The Green Way

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We strive to contribute to a cleaner environment through innovative products and technological solutions.

We focus on the development and production of components and systems to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust gases from combustion engines as well as on future technologies such as e-mobility and thermal management.

Our extensive experience and broad expertise in innovative products in the engine and transmission sectors make us a reliable partner for our customers.

Hilite – The green way for the automotive industry

Our mission

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The story of our success

Heller Hydraulik

1930 1989

1967 1999

1997 1999 2005 2007

1994 20082002 2005Hydraulik-Ring GmbHNürtingen, Germany

Integreation of Rexroth Fahrzeugtechnik

Lohr am Main and Sackach, Germany Hilite Whitehall and Dallas, USA

AMT (Ferrari) Vanecam® (VW)Aluminum

Camphaser (BMW)FastPhaser®(Chrysler)

Smart TensionerVario Cam (Porsche)

DCT Dry Clutch (VW)Moving from Lohr am Main to Marktheidenfeld, Germany Hydraulik-Ring becomes Hilite

Hilite Officein Shanghai, China

ASD/4matic (Daimler)

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1st plant in Changshu,China

Plant in Ostrava, Czech Republic

2011 20192013 2016 2017 2018

2014 2016 20192012 2018

DCT Wet Clutch (Audi) Vanecam® (Audi)Fastphaser®

Dry Belt (VW)DCT Plug-in-Hybrid

(Audi)

DCT PHEV (VW) DCT Wet Clutch (VW) 8AT (Shengrui)Tech Center in Orion, USA 2nd plant in Changshu, China

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Innovative for our customers

Are you looking for functional, high-quality and reliable technical solution for the complex challenges of the automotive industry?

If so, you have found your ideal engineering partner in Hilite. Our specialized departments and expert teams are happy to advise you. The Hilite Engineering Systems (HES) guarantees a systematic and structured development based on defined principles, standards, processes, and procedures.

DesignDesign lays the foundation for efficient and systematic development of our products.

TestingOur testing departments are equipped with state-of-the-art system-specific test rigs and the necessary analysis tools. They support the customer projects from individual production for A-samples up to continuous testing for series applications.

SimulationBy using innovative simulation tools we can guarantee optimal, targeted product development right from the start.

Advanced EngineeringThe advanced engineering department combines our specific know-how with the exciting challenges of new products and markets, particularly in regard to the e-mobility of the future.

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Our products meet the highest quality standards. We achieve this through stable and standardized processes and the continuous safeguarding with the most modern measuring technology.

With the Hilite Operations System (HOS) we focus on our Customer’s requirements . We deliver what the customer wants and when he wants it in best quality.

Our management system is certified by independent institutes. We continuously develop all our processes and adapt them to the challenges of the market.

Always reliable products

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Vanecam systems control the intake and exhaust camshafts, thereby generating the optimal valve timings for all operational states of the engine.

Idling quality, transient response, high torque at low speeds, maximum engine power as well as internal engine exhaust gas recirculation are actively optimized by the use of Vanecam camphasers.

The high-performance functionality of the Vanecam phasing systems is further enhanced by the FastPhaser® system:

higher adjustment speed

lower oil consumption

more compact design

larger functional range

Lower emissions, less CO2 and even greater performance

Engine applications

VanecamCamphaser

FastPhaser®System

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StepCom® - the length variable Hilite connection rod for highly effecient combustion engines

Engine applications

Our StepCom® system, also known as VCR (Variable Compression Ratio), enables engine operation with different compression ratios for optimal efficiency and high specific performance while complying with all legal requirements.

A connecting rod is essential for the power transmission as a connecting element between the piston and the crankshaft in the engine. In modern engines, the length of the connecting rod and thus the compression ratio are invariable which makes the engine design a compromise. StepCom®, on the other hand, enables engine operation with two different connecting rod length settings and thus two different compression ratios.

Depending on the speed and load, a high compression ratio is selected so that the engine can be operated in the highest efficiency range and thus with the lowest CO2 emissions. However, component protection must be ensured at high outputs and the legal requirements relating to Lambda = 1 must be satisfied, so that the motor can be operated with a lower compression using StepCom®.

Maximum efficiency for combustion

engines

The advantages of the StepCom® system at a glance:

Reduction of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions

Increase in engine performance potential

Fulfill future emissions legislation

Integrability into existing engine architectures

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Flowtronic® Valves

Clutch applications

Our control valves are developed for specific applications based on our valve modular systems. That allows taking the requirements regarding feed medium, installation space and electrical, hydraulic and mechanical interfaces into account. The valve functions are adapted to the specific requirements of our customers with regard to inlet pressures, hysteresis, leakage and dynamic requirements, such as reaction speed and control stability.

We find the optimum in function, efficiency, dynamics, robustness and costs for every application

Hilite develops and produces extremely precise electromagnetic components for clutches that are used in four-wheel drives and power distribution systems.

They provide a precise and intelligent control of dynamic powertrains in vehicles, regardless of whether it is an electric motor, a hybrid or a combustion engine.

To do this, we use electromagnetic coils and armatures to operate the required clutch packs.

Our dynamic proportional valves are used in high-precision dual-clutch transmissions, thereby helping to combine the comfort of an automatic gearbox with the efficency and dynamism of a manual transmission.

The advantages:

Reduction of CO2 emissions

Reduction of fuel consumption

Increased efficiency

Gear changes without noticeable interruption of traction

100% effectiveness and great comfort

Transmission applications

Components for dual clutch-transmission

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Efficiency and dosage

Thermal management applications

Efficient thermal management is a key enabler for battery electric vehicle technology.

The advantages of our electronic expansion valves eXV:

Electronic expansion valve technology for high performance battery systems in automotive applications

Precise thermal system control during fast charging or in dynamic driving

LIN interface for optimal valve application, control and diagnostics

With our precision valve technology, we are shaping the future of thermal management - not only with eXV, but also with other valve and module solutions for electric vehicles. We apply our many years of experience in producing reliable valve technology for automotive applications in difficult environmental conditions.

The use of the eXV valve allows accurate and energy-saving use of the coolant for active cooling of battery systems, resulting in more efficient operation of the system and thus increased range.

eXV - Elektronisches Expansionsventil

Thermal management on

highest level

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Tech CenterHilite Germany GmbHWeberstraße 1772622 Nürtingen

PlantHilite Germany GmbHIn der Au 1074743 Seckach

Whitehall DivisionHilite International - Acutex, Inc.2001 Peach StreetWhitehall, MICHIGAN 49461

HeadquartersHilite Germany GmbHAm Schlossfeld 597828 Marktheidenfeld

Germany

Germany Germany

USA

PlantHilite Czech s.r.o. K Zyfu 1088720 00 Ostrava – Hrabová

Czech Republic

Locations

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Plant Changshu IHilite Automotive Systems (Changshu) Co. Ltd.No. 33 Jinmen RoadNew & Hi-tech Industrial Development ZoneChangshu, Jiangsu 215500 China

Ten locations, three continents, one strong company. With offices and production sites in Europe, North America and Asia, we are wherever our customers need us.

NA Sales and R&D CenterHilite International - Acutex, Inc.250 Kay Industrial DriveOrion, MICHIGAN 48359

Headquarters Hilite AsiaHilite Automotive Systems (Changshu) Co. Ltd. Shanghai BranchRoom A703 & 705Hongqiao SunnyWorld CenterNo. 1226 South Shenbin RoadMinhang District, Shanghai 201106

China

Dallas DivisionHilite Indutries - Automotive LLC1671 S BroadwayCarrollton TEXAS 75006 USA

USA

USA

Plant Changshu IIHilite Automotive Technology Co. Ltd.Xiangyuan RoadNew & Hi-tech Industrial Development ZoneChangshu, Jiangsu 215500 China

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AccountabilityWe take ownership of our business processes, decisions, and quality of work, as well as responsibility for meeting all targets. Managers at all levels are committed to leading by example.

Innovation We strive to be innovative daily in all facets of our business activities for long-term business growth and to stay ahead in a competitive business environment.

CollaborationTogether, we build and maintain an environment of trust for ef-fective teamwork among all functions, locations, and regions. We strive for strong win-win partnerships with all of our stakeholders to continuously improve our business performance.

IntegrityHilite operates with a strong code of ethics that guides our professional decisions and actions at all levels. We act with honesty, respect, commitment and trust and comply to all applicable legal regulations.

Our One Hilite core values of Accountability, Integrity, Innovation, and Collaboration, guide all of our international talents, regardless of gender, race, religion, culture and nationality to work successfully together.

Hilite corporate valuesThe foundation for our joint success

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We are Hilite

Headquarters:Hilite Germany GmbHAm Schlossfeld 597828 Marktheidenfeld, Germany

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