COMPANY HISTORY

From idea to global success

In the beginning, there was the idea to take charge and create something. Out of this inspirational spark, a plan evolved. Spiked with the necessary entrepreneurial courage, this led to the foundation of Hitega Präzisionsmechanik in Gangkofen nearly three decades ago.

Those who do not want to stand out due to their size, need to distinguish themselves by virtue of their particular capabilities and accomplishments. Today, this firm entrepreneurial belief becomes evident in our slogan «The Spirit of Precision».

The employees at PTF Hitega are proven experts in their field. Working in cooperative teams with our customers, they develop technical concepts and implement them with a great sense of responsibility and enthusiasm. Innovative, precise and efficient. We are convinced that the continuous improvement of processes and the permanent enhancement of our capabilities guarantee sustainable customer relationships and are a prerequisite for joint success.

 

2018
Start of operation of a full-vacuum hybrid cleaning system and a clean room (80 m²) for the assembly of sophisticated assemblies for the laser and optical industries as well as for medical technology.

2017
Adaptation of the quality management system to the new version of the DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 standard; first step into the world of turning technology through the acquisition of the first multi-axis lathes

2016
Investment into three new Hermle 5-axis machining centres to fulfil increasing customer requirements; acquisition of a new laser marking device

2014
Takeover of Hitega Präzisionstechnik by the PTF Group located in Stollberg; due to this acquisition, the total annual turnover of the Group with its German facilities in Stollberg and Hattersheim as well as Suzhou in China increases to about 25 million euros

2012/2013
Awarded «Supplier of the Year» in the field of milling technology by the renowned aerospace company Tesat-Spacecom (Backnang)

2011
Production and assembly of precision assemblies with electric, pneumatic and optical components for the dynamically growing analytical engineering industry

2010
Reorganisation and alignment of the company according to «lean» principles; creation of three functional units with a clearly defined mission; alignment of business processes to value streams

2009
Strategic repositioning as a specialist company; targeted communication of the new business orientation through a new web presence and a special image brochure

2007
Entry into the aerospace market

2005
Supply of precision parts to the automotive industry

2001
Systematic expansion into the medical technology market; development of the «implant production» business segment; first-time production of instruments and assemblies for analytical technology

1997
First-time production of complete special machines for IC handling; extension of assembly production

1996
Certification of the management system according to ISO 9001

1995
Expansion of the production portfolio by the assembly of precision mechanical assemblies; establishment of a purchasing department for the procurement of assembly parts

1993
Start of production of parts and assemblies for the semi-conductor industry

1991
Relocation to the present facilities in Gangkofen in Lower Bavaria

1990
With four employees, the Hitega Präzisionsmechanik GmbH is founded as a production facility for precision mechanical parts in a double garage