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Founded in in 1951, Heinrich Eibach laid Eibach enjoys a worldwide reputation as a leading the basis for the Eibach Group which is now active manufacturer of high-performance suspension springs, around the world. After Heinrich passed away in -components and -systems as well as hi-tech industrial 1967, his son Wilfried took charge and grew the springs – specially for demanding applications. company to its current market-leading position. For several years, Wilfried's son Ralph and daughter Eibach combines highest quality with the highest Swantje have taken an active role in the daily level of flexibility and efficiency, from small business and success of the company. Wilfried, Ralph production batches to midsize series runs. and Swantje are also the only shareholders of Eibach Holding AG.

Today, Eibach is represented in Germany, the USA, UK, , , and with its own production plants and | or engineering- and distribution companies. In addition, we are represented in more than 80 countries worldwide by exclusive importers, distributors and local partners. 3

About Us 2 The Eibach Group 4 Company Profi le 5 Helical Compression Springs 6 Stabilizers | Anti-Roll-Bars 7 Suspension Modules 8 Secondary Springs | Bump Stops 9 OEM Capability 10 Motorsport as Proving Ground 11 Quality Management 12 Research and Development 13 Suspension Harmonies 14 Flexibility and Process Reliability 15 Production 16, 17 Testing and Checking 18 Corrosion Protection 19 Special Vehicles | Armored, Light Tactical 20 Powersports | Motorcycles, ATVs, Snowmobiles 21 Hi-Tech Industrial Springs 22 Team Eibach 23 4

EIBACH AG EIBACH FAR EAST LTD.

Finnentrop, Germany Hong Kong

Holding Company Asia Holding

HEINRICH EIBACH GMBH EIBACH SPRINGS, INC. EIBACH SPRINGS TAICANG LTD.

Finnentrop, Germany Corona (Los Angeles), California, USA Taicang, Jiangsu, China

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EIBACH UK EIBACH JAPAN CO., LTD. EST P.T.Y. LTD. EIBACH SOUTH AFRICA P.T.Y. LTD. Broughton Astley, Kamakura-City, Japan Warriewood Port Elizabeth, South Africa Leicestershire, UK (Sydney, NSW), Australia

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Affi liated companies: EPUS | Eibach Partnership US EPI | Eibach Property Investment Australia EOT | Eibach Oberfl ächentechnik 5

Medium size - with above 400 employees Innovative engineering in developing Above average equity ratio groundbreaking production technologies Targeted risk management through industrial State-of-the-art CAD systems diversity and process reliability in develop- (CATIA V 5, SolidWorks, AutoCad) ment and production Complete involvement in fundamental Ahead of the curve with investment into research | R&D state-of-the-art production technologies and Decades of an integrated QM system, certifi ed infrastructure according to international standards Decades of nationally accredited apprentice- Over 60 years of experience ship within a dual system Strong commitment and loyalty between staff, management and the owner family – “Team Eibach" 6

Springs are the heart of suspension systems and We manufacture all kind of spring shapes as well as next to stabilizers our most important product line. types: linear, progressive, super progressive, conical, Today’s super high tensile spring materials provide barrel-shape and special spring shapes for minimized new engineering possibilities, such as smaller cross- side-loads. sections and reduced weights, resulting in minimized unsprung mass whilst maintaining requested suspension travel.

Our suspension spring division is characterized by outstanding quality and performance in combination with highest fl exibility. In compliance with these requirements, we use the most sophisticated CNC winding machines followed by a fl exible production approach. The entire operation is supported by a massive raw material inventory, with wire sizes in refi ned increments. 7

Stabilizers, next to springs and dampers, are Production structures following the CNC bending important functional suspension components, also are engineered to support our principle of fl exibility being part of the unsprung mass. and affordable costs. Therefore our end forming department is assisted by robotics. Our proprietary Following our company philosophy “highest equipment for the adhering of rubber bearings – so fl exibility” we have developed our proprietary called ‘Vulka-Bonding Technology’ – supplements stabilizer CNC production technology. This provides our overall multiplicity in this product division. This enormous advantages, especially in smaller to fl exibility is also supported by a comprehensive raw medium production lots for prototypes and pre- material inventory, in solid as well as tubular bars. production series as well as OEM manufacturers in the premium or sports car segments. The benefi ts are effi cient lead-times and reduced costs, as special tools (in most cases) are not necessary. 8

The function of a suspension spring must be controlled, Engineering, including the fi ne-tuning of all thus the damper (also known as shock absorber) is components, will be completed with simultaneous an essential component of each suspension system. engineering between Eibach, the customer and our Both components need to function in harmony. damper partner.

Eibach, working in close collaboration with leading With the assembly of spring and damper supplied by damper manufacturers, can provide a supply service one source, Eibach takes the role as Tier 1 supplier. combining both components in a sub-assembly. This This can be upgraded to include stabilizers—also also ensures that the damper setting is tuned to engineered to operate in harmony within the system. match the spring characteristic. 9

Also known as elastomer springs, secondary We carry a comprehensive line of secondary springs springs provide a steep progressive load-defl ection in various dimensions and characteristics in our characteristic, primarily towards the end of the extensive inventory. Together with our supply suspension travel. partner, we offer custom-made solutions, of course also in OE quality. 10

Eibach is an established supplier to the OE automotive Our infrastructure allows complete synchronization industry, mainly focusing on market segments to the various customer systems: development outside of mass volume. We can operate as Tier planning, production planning and | or control 2 as part of an OE system or as Tier 1 for single systems—including EDI-processing using our SAP-ERP components (springs and | or stabilizers) as well as platform. Therefore, we support processes such as for pre-assembled suspension systems. PPAP and PPF. 11

For decades Eibach has been a leading supplier and Tighter tolerances, lighter weights, compact design respected partner in the global motorsport industry. with smaller cross-sections while maintaining the Motorsports is the ideal proving ground as required travel—all combined with the highest requirements and requests for special characteristics reliability under the most grueling conditions. And and performance parameters are constant this is paired with the request of extreme fl exibility. challenges and have driven us to explore superior materials and new cutting edge technologies. Many of these experiences have driven our OEM technology to the current levels. 12

Our quality management system has been growing In addition to all our certifi cations, such as continuously with the requirements of the market. ISO | TS 16949, stands the permanent will, the drive This stringent quality policy has resulted in many in our team, to live this quality ideal—which is a approvals and homologation by multiple industries very important part of our company philosophy. and customers. Eibach Germany certifi ed according to ISO | TS 16949 Eibach USA certifi ed according to QS 9000 Eibach UK certifi ed according to ISO 9001:2000 13

We design new and improve existing products Supportive Methods: by continual dialogue with our customers and Metallographic analysis suppliers, as well by collaborating with well- Mechanical | technological material tests known universities and research institutions. Durability tests with or without the infl uence We also develop state-of-the-art manufacturing of corrosion technologies and optimized manufacturing Transverse force- and load axle inspections processes, implement concepts for improved Relaxation tests energy effi ciency and contribute our share for the conservation of the environment.

Our research and development activities ensure our essential competitive edge in technology and form the basis for our qualifi ed technical customer service program. 14

Eibach’s comprehensive expertise in all areas of Eibach coordinates all these components with suspension design and precision engineering competence to engineer a custom-made suspension produces a suspension system that performs in assembly. This may also require intensive driving perfect harmony. This makes Eibach your one-stop tests on specially assigned proving grounds. suspension partner.

Springs and stabilizers - engineering and manufacturing in-house Dampers (shock absorbers), secondary springs and leaf-springs with engineering in-house, manufacturing outsourced to strategic partners, each leading in their fi eld. For these outsourced components we usually keep a wide inventory of various calibrations and characteristics in stock. 15

Our production processes and -strategies are focused Flexibility & process reliability, from prototype- to combine the highest quality with the greatest engineering to series-production readiness. level of fl exibility and effi ciency from small to This special company strategy qualifi es us as a medium production runs (including prototypes and competent partner of the automotive industry, pre-production). especially for smaller and medium production volumes, for example in the premium- and sports car Supported by our quality management system, segment. our quality meets or exceeds the most stringent demands. This competence applies also for special and | or limited editions and the performance divisions of all OEM manufacturers. 16

Raw material availability: In our warehouses Some signifi cant production features: we stock coils and bars in approximately 4000 State-of-the-art CNC cold forming of springs, different types, differing in specifi cations, using very high tensile strength, alloyed, oil- dimensions, surface grades and similar. This tempered spring materials up to 19 mm wire extensive stock of raw materials ensures a diameter; above 19 mm and up to 25 mm wire rapid turnaround for prototypes and single diameter, using our pre-hardened patented pieces as well as for small, medium and large cold-drawn wire production runs. CNC Cold forming of springs up to 32 mm wire Quality and fl exibility: It is our top priority to diameter, using annealed materials combine highest quality with maximum (for example 50 CrV4) in coils, heat-treated fl exibility. after winding CNC manufacturing technology: the use of Hot forming of coil springs up to 55 mm bar state-of-the-art CNC technology in the entire diameter (bar length max. 8.30 m) production process allows minimal set-up State-of-the-art grinding- and production times, ensuring the highest precision, smallest machinery through implementation of our own tolerances and optimum surface quality. production knowledge Chamfering of spring ends (in- and outside) by robots and especially developed handling systems Internal tool- and gauge shop 17

Improvement of dynamic durability through Zinc phosphating with subsequent powder state-of-the-art shot peening techniques coating (polyester | epoxy resin) or EPD as including thermal and stress peening alternative Relaxation minimization through controlled Extensive range of colors available including heat-setting processes UV-resistant powders Economic in-house developed CNC bending Product identifi cation through pad-, ink-jet technologies for stabilizer bars, made of pre- printing or laser marking hardened solid or tubular material for small batch sizes and series, mostly used without For just-in-time | just-in-sequence deliveries, additional tools compliance with call-off- and delivery plans as well Stabilizer end processing, using in house deve- as for the implementation of economical production loped robot-supported systems batches, we offer an extensive, barcode-controlled Vulca-bonding process: especially designed by warehouse for fi nished goods. This includes Eibach our engineers for the fi xation of rubber standard suspension- and industrial products as bus hings on stabilizer bars well as custom-made springs for call-off orders. 18

Next to all the well-known test procedures for Dynamic testing of engine valve springs dimensions, load-defl ection characteristic and more, (Spintron, Bosch) Eibach commands leading state-of-the art testing Shock absorber dyno-testing facilities, many of which have been developed Metallographic analysis in-house: In collaboration with laboratories, test institutes and Testing under the infl uence of climate change technical universities we also offer Dynamic durability testing of coilsprings, Residual stress analysis secondary springs and stabilizers under normal REM analysis (scanning electron microscopy) corrosion (wet) Finite Element Analysis Sideload testing Relaxation tests Triple coordinates axis measuring equipment (max dimensions 1,600 x 1,600 x 1,600 mm) 19

In-house electrostatic powder-coating Application methods are dip-, dip-spin-, centri- (polyester | epoxy resin) fuging- or spraying processes without the risk Zinc phosphating as pre-treatment and to of hydrogen embrittlement. prevent infi ltration of corrosion Best corrosion protection Extensive range of colors, including UV- High temperature resistance resistant powders Marginal coating strength Durability tests (static | dynamic), Choice of different colors by using organic top also under corrosion infl uence coats as well as selectable friction characteristics, if PTFE is added Via Eibach Oberflächentechnik GmbH we Tests of corrosion resistance (Kesternich | salt provide the micro layer corrosion protection spray | climate change) with or without premature system “Microcor”, based on components like damage for example through stone chip Deltatone, Deltaseal and Magni. simulation

More information is available at www.eot-gmbh.de. 20

Special duties vehicles require duty-spec suspension For a one-stop strategy to our key customers, we solutions - like border control vehicles, ambulances, have brought together a team of leading partner limousines, police cars, armored, light tactical and companies, which enables us to engineer and military vehicles. provide complete suspension systems, including coil-springs, stabilizers (tubular or solid), dampers Each vehicle presents a unique challenge to the (shock absorbers), coil-over systems, secondary integrity of the suspension system. springs, suspension bushings, leaf springs and axle For precision performance handling and control, it's geometries components. essential to make sure that heavy vehicles don't bottom out in rugged terrain or under full load, while We also offer intensive testing on special proving ensuring optimized handling for evasive driving. grounds. The pro-active preparation to avoid a potential perilous situation is the very best solution of all. Depending on the various market regions Eibach operates as Tier 1 supplier, or as a Tier 2 solution to a Over the decades Eibach has gained extensive Tier 1 partner. In either case we can provide project knowledge and data about many existing platforms management, custom-made product development, within the automotive industry. prototypes, testing on proving grounds, manufacturing and supply in the requested quantities - all from a single source. 21

Motorsport - and especially Motocross - has always Linear or progressive characteristics been and will always be the ideal proving ground (load | defl ection curve), according to for the performance parameters of Eibach springs. application or customer The weight balance of a motorcycle with the Minimal tolerances, especially important for sensitive relation between the weight of the characteristic and loads motorcycle and the weights of different riders is of Optimized weights for reduced unsprung masses ultimate importance. Maximum travel in combination with smallest block height Eibach’s position as market leader presents a most Minimized cross-sections comprehensive line of high performance springs for Precise plan parallelism of ground springs ends, motocross. For the perfect balance between front unloaded as well as loaded (the latter being fork- and rear shock springs, the set-up has to be more important) fi ne-tuned to match the rider's weight, riding style, Minimized side loads with optimized position preferences, capabilities and track conditions. of the load axis to the spring axis Highest dynamic durability in combination This also applies to ATVs and snowmobiles. with pre-manufactured block resistance, resulting in extremely reliable performance The experience gained in motorsports is continuously Phosphate- and epoxy powder coated for implemented into the engineering and manufacturing. excellent corrosion protection Thus, all our powersport products are distinguished with the following parameters: All these attributes play an important role in the engineering and manufacturing front fork and rear shock springs for the OE motorcycle industry. 22

Eibach has earned a worldwide reputation for Our manufacturing capabilities range from premium suspension components | systems and 0.2 mm wire diameter to 55 mm bar diameter. hi-tech industrial springs, mostly for demanding and critical applications. The span of applications More specifi c information is available online and in is multifaceted and encompasses nearly all the our brochure "Hi-Tech Industrial Springs". demanding segments of both industrial and automotive markets.

We engineer, co-engineer and manufacture at every level: from prototypes and single pieces, to smaller batches and up to medium or larger production series. 23

People are our top priority - our customers, suppliers, Our high level of education is often confi rmed by business partners and above all our employees – offi cial awards assigned to apprentices of Eibach. this is what we call "Team Eibach". Enjoyment to work, We promote training on-the-job and further motivation and excellent apprenticeship combined qualifi cation as well as training in foreign languages with experience and craftsmanship are the key and support our junior staff in their continual studies. factors for success and outstanding performance. Hereby we create a cooperative relationship that We put a lot of emphasis on a balanced team, which ensures the future of our company as well as the consists of young, well-trained junior staff as well as future of our employees. At the same time we see colleagues with years of experience. For decades we our intensive and successful training program as an have successfully committed ourselves to educate important service to the community. young people. As a result, more than a third of the Eibach Team at our location in Finnentrop, Germany are either former or current trainees. Germany Heinrich Eibach GmbH Am Lennedamm 1 57413 Finnentrop Phone: +49 27 21 - 5 11-342 Fax: +49 27 21 - 5 11-111 eMail: [email protected]

USA Eibach Springs, Inc. 264, Mariah Circle Corona, CA 92879-1751 Phone: +1 951 256 - 83 00 Fax: +1 951 256 - 83 33 eMail: [email protected]

China Eibach Springs (Taicang) Ltd. Room 306, 3rd Floor, No. 60 Yangzhou Road, East Taicang, Jiangsu Province, China, 215400 Phone: +86 512 53 59 23 88 Fax: +86 512 53 59 23 89 eMail: [email protected]

United Kingdom Eibach UK 25, Swannington Road Broughton Astley Leicestershire LE9 6TU Phone: +44 14 55 - 28 65 24 Fax: +44 14 55 - 28 58 53 eMail: [email protected]

Japan Eibach Japan Co., Ltd. No. 3-9-36 Yuigahama Kanagawa-Pref. Kamakura-City 248-0014 Phone: +81 4 67 61 - 36 10 Fax: +81 4 67 61 - 36 15 eMail: [email protected]

Australia Eibach Suspension Technology P.T.Y. Ltd. 3 | 4 Prosperity Parade Warriewood NSW 2102 Phone: +61 2-99 99-36 55 Fax: +61 2-99 99-38 55 eMail: [email protected]

South Africa Eibach South Africa P.T.Y. Ltd. P.O. Box 2495 North End 6045 Port Elizabeth Phone: +27 41 - 4 51 53 11 Fax: +27 41 -4 53 42 74 eMail: [email protected]

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