ATM

ATM ComputerSysteme is a system house for advanced military communication and information technology headquartered in Konstanz.

As a market leader in the field of computer technology for reconnaissance, command and weapons systems and a specialist in qualified IT system components for the military market, ATM has guaranteed quality and reliability for more than 25 years. ATM plans, develops and implements entire concepts and system solutions in close collaboration with its customers. A primary goal is to ensure interoperability between different subsystems and branches of military services, as well as long-term availability and product care.

System expertise for the army, air force and navy Significant references include national and multinational programs such as the COBRA or MLRS. Furthermore, ATM offers communications, system and product solutions for weapons systems and for the battalion-level tactical data network of the Bundeswehr, GeFüSys. In addition, the networking of the mobile arms of air defense, SAMOC, FGR-Roland or GEHOC, has for years been based on ATM computers and communication systems as well as multi-processor systems for radar systems of the F122 frigate and control units.

» www.atm-computer.de

KMW welding technology

KMW Schweisstechnik GmbH (KMWS) is a 100% subsidiary of Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH & Co. KG (KMW), and has been an internationally recognised partner for the manufacture of welded wheeled and tracklaying vehicles for approximately 50 years.

The core expertise of KMWS is the welding of assemblies made from high-strength steel with extremely high tensile strength. The company manufactures casings made from hardened and tempered special steels for ballistic protection (”armoured steel”) and supporting structures made from fine-grained structural steel using its highly-qualified employees and in-depth technical welding know-how.

Over the last few decades, the company has manufactured more than 10,000 casings for domestic and foreign customers for the KMW Leopard 1 and Leopard 2 combat tank series, for example.

KMWS therefore combines well-tried expertise in the manufacture of casings using thick sheet metal for heavy combat vehicles and state-of-the-art manufacture of lightweight construction casings using cold-formed precision blanks made from thin sheet metal for the latest air-portable vehicles. The company is involved in the majority of the KMW group’s vehicle projects, for which it manufactures casings made from armoured steel.

HDVS

Greek subsidiary
Hellenic Defense Vehicle Systems (HDVS) is a 100% subsidiary of Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH with corporate headquarters in Volos, Greece. It provides essential support services for the successful implementation of the Greek series production order for 170 LEOPARD 2 battle tanks. Its key areas of expertise include the manufacture of components and protective equipment, engine testing, CNC machining and complex assembly and welding tasks.

Extensive system expertise in every field
HDVS was founded in 2001 under the rubric of conventional international coproduction agreements. After the construction of a modern and completely new production facility, the successful series launch of the LEOPARD 2 HEL was initiated. The delivery of 170 battle tanks over 2005 – 2009 to the Greek armed forces is planned. Since 2005, HDVS has been certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2000.

» www.hdvs.gr

Wegmann USA

Recognized supplier to the U.S. market
Through Wegmann USA Inc., Krauss-Maffei Wegmann GmbH possesses an important access to the American market. In Lynchburg, Virginia, Wegmann USA manufactures and markets numerous tank components for products of the American armed forces as a recognized supplier.

» www.wegmannusa.com

DDVS

German-Dutch core competence
Dutch Defense Vehicle Systems is a 100% subsidiary of KMW with its headquarters in Helmond near Eindhoven, Holland. Its corporate activities include the mass production of 435 FENNEK spy planes, a joint development and procurement project for the German and Dutch armed forces.

Strong position
Other fields of expertise are complex system integration processes, product-specific developments, and comprehensive customer support. In addition, DDVS is the sole manufacturer of important assemblies and components for the entire FENNEK program in Holland and Germany. With its in-depth knowledge of industrial systems, DDVS is uniquely positioned in the Dutch market.

www.ddvs.nl

ARTEC

For information, see 

» www.artec-boxer.com

PSM

For information, see 

» www.psm-spz.com/

HIL

For information, see 

» www.hilgmbh.de/