M A G A Z I N E 25 YEARS OF ADVANCING DESIGN Celebrating our anchoring and rebar application solutions FIRESTOP MEETS VIRTUAL REALITY How we amplify training virtually BEST PARTNER FOR SUSTAINABILITY Making Construction Better with sustainable installation systems 12 | 2023 Hilti employee magazine

CONTENTS HIGHLIGHT 04 Future Forward Battery-Powered Cut-off Saw Take a peek behind the scenes INTERVIEW 10 Sustainable Installation Systems Making Construction Better with sustainable solutions SPOTLIGHT 14 Firestop Meets Virtual Reality How we amplify training virtually 20 Innovations Made by Hilti Learn about the latest innovations 22 25 Years of Advancing Design Celebrating our anchoring and rebar application solutions 30 Team Success The “R4 North Prešov/Bikoš” project 32 Cooling Down in Vadodara New cooling technology for our plant in India 34 5 Questions for Eivind Slaaen, Head of People & Culture Development HILTI FOUNDATION 18 A Place to Grow and Learn The new campus of the International School Rheintal EMPLOYEES 26 A Day With Martin Mahlfleisch, Hilti Austria Industrie GmbH 28 Families at Hilti team M AG A Z I N Our magazine is available in an e-zine version or as a PDF on REDi under: Company/Group 04 Cut-off Saw Driving the future of sustainable solutions for our customers 14 Firestop Meets VR Training with the latest technology in mind 22 25 Years of Advancing Design Celebrating our anchoring and rebar application solutions 26 Martin Mahlfleisch A Day With

i With the introduction of the heavy-duty, battery-powered cut-off saw, Hilti has set a new standard. Combining Hilti’s pioneering spirit with its ground- breaking features, we illustrate how this innovation addresses specific application challenges. This innovation gets the same work done as a 60cc petrol cut- off saw, but without the fumes, noise, extra maintenance and fuel mix issues and thereby empowers users to increase productivity and safety more than ever before. HIGHLIGHT 4 – 5

“It not only combines high performance and a low environmental footprint, but also exceeds expectations as compared to its gas-actuated counterpart tool, while producing zero emissions and adding safety for the user. Stelios Gasnakis Head of Marketing Diamond BU After many deliberations and technical checks, the team decided to embrace a 72V battery, with an external electronic drive system, and a special in-house diamond blade from our manufacturing plant in India. This would serve as the foundation for maximizing efficiency. Within a year of starting the technology project in 2017, the team developed its first prototype. Now, the team was excited to convert their theoretical idea to reality by aligning with the Power Tools & Accessories Business Unit. At that time, Nuron was a top-secret project, so the team was not yet aware that a groundbreaking platform was already in the making that would change the course of development of this highly ambitious cut-off saw project. Developing a Hilti tool with two batteries, and a power rating above three kilowatts to compete with the 60 cubic-centimeter fuel-driven cut-off saw in a short period of time for the first wave of the Nuron launch, was a huge challenge for the team when they started the time-to-market (TTM) project in 2018. “So far, the technical basics for this new cut-off saw were clear for the TP. However, industrializing completely new components such as motor, electronics, tool software and a dedicated cutting blade for a battery-driven cut-off saw system in this power range was a huge challenge. So, it was clear to us that acting fast would be the key for a successful TTM associated with the Nuron project timeline,” recalls Ralf. Unforeseen challenges ahead The development journey of this cut-off saw was fraught with myriad challenges and limitations, particularly since Nuron was just in the transition phase from a well-thought-out concept to realization. The team’s vision was ambitious, but at this stage clarity of vision was elusive, leading to apprehension and uncertainty. After intense alignment, especially with the team developing the Nuron battery under the leadership of Bernd Ziegler, it became clear that the only way to fulfill the high power demand of a battery cut-off saw was to use two 22V batteries of the upcoming Nuron platform simultaneously and thus fully lever- age the platform’s power. Achieving the vision A very strong effort in the drive development team in Kaufering was crucial to bringing the performance of this innovation to life. “From developing the motor to spinning effect trials, each aspect was meticulously examined and improved,” says Markus Schneider, Technical Project Leader for the DSH drive in Kaufering. The team’s dedication to perfection pushed them to overcome the obstacles and achieve the highest efficiency. Ultimately, the collaboration with the Nuron team resulted in the DSH 600-22/DSH 700-22, the first twin-battery tools in the Nuron portfolio. HIGHLIGHT 6 – 7

“This type of significant innovation makes me really proud and demonstrates our commitment to industry- leading innovations for our customers. This was only possible through excellent teamwork across many different units within our organization, which I believe is our true sustainable differentiation versus the competition. Johannes-Wilfried Huber Head of Diamond Systems BU Click here to watch the video.

i Recently Hilti committed to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as a part of our long-term ambition to achieve net zero emissions. Over the past months, all business units received CO2 reduction targets for Scope 3 emissions. Let’s take a look at how the Installation Busi- ness Unit approaches this exciting journey. INTER VIEW with Matthias Lodes, Head of Development Installation Systems BU Matthias, you are the project sponsor of this newly launched project team that focuses cross-functionally on sustain- ability in the Installation Systems Business Unit (BU). How is this project team organized and what is your goal? We formed this cross-functional sustainability project team to bring together expertise from different areas within the business unit, including marketing, pro- curement, data experts, sustainability experts and development. We have defined five workstreams for this year around sustainability: bringing transparency to our product carbon footprint and circularity for our full future portfolio, setting a clear pathway for CO2 reduction to achieve the SBTi targets, investigating both technical qualification and commercialization concepts for low-CO2 steel, and integrating sustainability principles into our new product development. We believe these topics can be properly addressed only by having a 360-degree view of our business. It was therefore vital to set up this dedicated, cross-functional team to detail our approach and way forward. Why does the Installation Systems BU have this strong focus on sustainability? The Installation Systems BU has the biggest Scope 3 CO2 footprint within Hilti, in the category of purchased materials, with more than 90% coming from purchased steel. We see the challenge of reducing these emissions as a big opportunity to significantly contribute to the entire Hilti Group becoming greener. At the same time, decarbonizing our portfolio will help our customers reduce their Scope 3 emissions in the embod- ied carbon of a building project through leaner product designs, alternative lower-carbon raw materials and value-engineered solutions. We are fully aware of the size of the challenge ahead and we approach it with great commitment – we see and feel that spirit every day when we talk to our teams in the BU. INTERVIEW 10 – 11

In 2024 we will relaunch the SPX line with an enhanced value proposition that will reduce the product’s CO2 footprint by 70 percent. Most mainstream customers using traditional straight barrel core bits replace the entire core bit when the segments wear out. By considering sustainability aspects as early as possible in the product design phase, we were able to split the core bit into two sections, the barrel and the module. These new core bits now come with a single barrel and five interchangeable modules which offer additional advantages to customers and, at the same time, have a positive environmental impact. Compared to traditional bits, we have reduced metal consumption by 80 percent while significantly saving space and weight. It is great to see that sustainability can be part of a product’s life at such an early stage in the creation process. Artem Danilov Global Product Manager Diamond BU In July we held a workshop that brought together all stakeholders who focus on sustainability in the Fire Protection BU to jointly work on the topic of sustainability for the first time. We took this opportunity to discuss what sustainability means to us across all functions. It was great to bring together all the ideas and topics that everyone is working on. At the workshop, we came up with a definition for sustainability for firestop products. In a next step we will develop a road map for how we want to achieve our sustainability goals by 2030. My “eureka” moment was realizing that we were all working on sustainability- related topics but had never talked to each other on this level before. There is so much potential in working together, and it is great to see that this workshop was the first step on the journey. Emily-Alexandra Hooper Greenbuilding & Sustainability Manager Fire Protection BU INTERVIEW 12 – 13

275% more confident in applying the knowledge gained Study shows VR training’s benefits learn four times faster than in a classroom four times more focused than if they were in an e-learning module Imagine a firestop designer is sitting at his desk in his office. Suddenly, he finds himself on a construction site – without physically being there. It sounds impossible, but it’s not. Behind every innovation lies a team of dedicated individuals who bring their passion and expertise to the table. This story is about one such Hilti team that pushed the boundaries of what’s possible in firestop training through virtual reality. Tackling a big question Firestop engineering training is crucial for spec- ifiers as it equips them with the knowledge and skills to ensure buildings are properly protect- ed against the spread of fire. With proper train- ing, specifiers can make informed decisions about firestop systems, materials and instal- lation methods, helping to prevent fire-related disasters and saving lives. Educating specifiers through technical product training has been one of the ways to achieve this so far, but it is not as effective as it could be due to the complexity of topic. An interactive training session could prove more engaging. Many tried to make it interactive but, overall, it failed to evolve much. At the same time, creating a professional training session that is both engaging and informative isn’t as simple as it sounds. An innovative idea Just ask Nikoleta Georgieva, the Global Service Owner for firestop training who came up with the idea of a new virtual reality (VR) Firestop Engineering Training and has developed it for more than two years with a passionate and committed core team of seven members. “With the idea of developing an insightful yet inter- active training in mind, we started exploring options. The team’s initial thoughts were around ‘gamification’ to make the training as engaging as possible. Soon, it evolved into a strategic process including research, evaluation collab- oration and alignment of goals. We needed a partner who could bring fresh and creative ideas. Creating a virtual experience featuring real life scenarios was the key to creating a memorable and effective gamified experience. We knew that a gamification partner could play a significant role in making this a reality. So, we researched potential partners with the expertise in both gamification and VR and finally brought a technology partner, NMY, onboard. “In 2021, when we started the project, we had countless discussions. We had numerous ques- tions in mind: How should the experience look? What exactly could we show in the VR simu- lation? How long should the training be? Should people be seated or move around with the headset? Which use cases should we include? There were many others. The team found the answers through sheer determination and by working together with customers and a team of experts from NMY.” SPOTLIGHT 14 – 15

Pioneering the path forward Hilti has always led the way as a pioneer. Now with the virtual reality training for firestop, we are leading the way in digitalizing training in the construction industry. “We strongly believe that virtual reality training for firestop will enable us to simplify the com- plexity of the topic, which is critical to safety, to reducing the gap in the knowledge of firestop solutions and to making it easier for specifiers and architects to replicate the knowledge on jobsite. This will ultimately help us increase safety for the end users,” said Nikoleta. Being among the first to utilize VR in the area of firestop training, we are again pushing bound- aries to Making Construction Better. “Our new firestop engineering training with VR not only brings the construction site into the customer’s office, it also brings a huge smile to everyone’s face who enters the virtual Hilti world! It is a powerful tool to keep our specifiers engaged and to trigger the firestop specification business through professional education. Lena Holstein-Eickelberg, Service Manager Trainings, Germany MO i Firestop training equips specifiers with the knowledge and skills to ensure the safety of a building in case of fire. Proper training empowers them to make informed decisions about firestop solutions, mate- rials and installation methods and thus reducing risks and enhancing building safety. This year Hilti introduced an innova- tive vir tual realit y training, Firestop Engineering Training. By merging technology with training, Hilti revolutionized the way specifiers learn and apply firestop principles and ultimately contribute to safer building and end-user safety. Want to know more? Click on the link to learn more about it: VR Firestop Training SPOTLIGHT 16 – 17

“It feels like we are in a tree. It’s all green and it smells of wood. My classroom can be opened with a smart card, and our electricity comes from the sun. Adam, age 6, ISR student In addition to technical skills, the IB training program teaches important soft skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, communi- cation and intercultural competence. The doors to the most renowned universities in the world are open to graduates of the IB program – making the ISR particularly attractive for families from the region. Exploring the new school In August 2023, six-year-old Adam had his very first day at the new school and was able to explore the new building, which is exemplary in every way: All learning areas are tailored to the needs of the students and their different age groups. The new campus features more than 40 rooms with vaulted ceilings, light-filled class- rooms and learning spaces, including science labs, art studios, music rooms and free study areas. At the same time, direct access to nature on all floors creates an inspiring interplay between indoor and outdoor spaces. In addition, important measures have been taken to pro- mote biodiversity: Outdoor areas are planted with native species. One of the things, Adam likes most about his new learning environment, is the connection to nature. What Adam is referring to when he explains that electricity comes from the sun is part of the new campus’ sophisticated energy plan. It is connected to the local district heating network and has a compound ventilation system and its own photovoltaic system to meet the school’s electricity needs. The new school building provides an ideal learning environment for up to 300 students, ages 3-19, who receive a truly international education at ISR from kindergarten through high school. 173 students 30 nationalities 42 teachers and staff 31 nationalities Individual care and specially trained instructors After-school care until 6 p.m. HILTI FOUNDATION 18 – 19 Get to know the new ISR Campus: Link to the video

TIONS In line with our Lead 2030 strategy, we strive to make construction better. Get to know some of the latest Hilti innovations which make us the best partner for productivity and safety for our customers. POWER TOOLS Multi-tool The cordless oscillating SMT 6-22 multi-tool covers a variety of appli- cations on a jobsite. It can plunge cuts in drywall, plasterboard and wood, cut metal and PVC pipes, remove nails and screws and also sand wood. Due to its brushless motor and Nuron battery, the SMT 6-22 multi- tool has more durability and higher performance. Its Starlock Max in- terface is compatible with Starlock inserts, which enables safer and convenient tool-free insert changes on the construction site. Its decoupled head with AVR reduc- es vibration and increases user comfort and safety. The optional dust removal adapter ensures reli- able safety for a dust-free jobsite. MEASURING BIM 3D layout module With the new BIM 3D layout module, it is now possible to transfer the building information modeling (BIM) model to the tablet of a Hilti con- struction layout tool (PLT 300/400) and to directly position the construc- tion elements (walls, corners, holes) without the need to create a 2D model and to extract points and lines. This is one of the fastest ways to turn the BIM 3D model into reality and avoid errors during file conversion. FIRESTOP First modular firestop pathway device Low-to-medium voltage cabling is an ever-changing aspect of any building, especially in facilities like hospitals and data centers. The addition of new equipment, daily maintenance operations, building expansions or even complete ren- ovations require adjustments in the cabling infrastructure over time. This calls for a fire protection solution that can quickly adapt. The CFS- MSL (Modular Sleeve) provides exactly this flexibility. The Hilti Modular Sleeve comes in different sizes that can be combined to fit any openings in a manner that gives specifiers and contractors the peace of mind to achieve the design that they need today, while also easily planning for future cable ad- ditions. Modularity combined with best-in-class retrofit capabilities and broad application coverage make CFS-MSL a highly dependable option to help save lives and avoid business interruptions. SPOTLIGHT 20 – 21

“We were not only the first in the industry, but we also embodied a commitment to research and development and a drive for safety and efficiency. It was a milestone that kick-started an exciting era of innovation. Lars Taenzer Head of Anchors BU products. Hilti played a significant role in the development of ETA guidelines by contributing extensive research and technical support. In 1998, our HST and HST-R stud anchors became the first anchors ever to have Euro- pean Technical Approval. Remarkable breakthroughs In 2011, the CPD was repealed and replaced with the Construction Product Regulation (CPR). The CPR allowed manufacturers to declare the essential characteristics of a construction product which were not yet covered by a har- monized product standard in a European Tech- nical Assessment (ETA). Harmonized Europe- an standards provide a technical basis to assess the performance of construction prod- ucts and elevated the transparency and effi- ciency of anchors. With this change, a simple glance at the ETA provides specifiers with the information needed to decide which anchoring solution is best suited for a specific connection. As of today, Hilti has over 120 ETAs for anchor products, making Hilti number one in the indus- try in terms of product and customer safety. The journey of anchor design and assessment at Hilti has seen several remarkable break- throughs which have transformed the con- struction industry. Over two decades of innovation in anchor design From the birth of the industry’s first anchor products to the rise of environment-friendly solutions, anchor technology at Hilti has be- come an integral part of the construction in- dustry’s success story. Hilti’s revolutionary anchor design innovations over two decades are the result of revolutionary ideas and cut- ting-edge research. 2010s Hilti HIT-CT 1: First Hilti product not required to have hazard symbols in the market (2011) 2013 HST Hilti SafeSet Hilti HIT-HY 200 with HIT-Z rods First mechanical anchors with high Simplified design and no cleaning performance in required to set First product qualified under the new wide cracks and anchors and European cyclic loads rebar reliably. according to new seismic qualification requirements in Europe. seismic design and qualification requirements. 2015 Hilti TE-CD / TE-YD hollow drill bit Drilling and cleaning of the drilled hole in one step. Adhesive anchor system for post- installed rebar The industry’s first solution for post-installed 2017 Profis Engineering (PE) Suites 2018 Adaptive Torque (AT) Systems 2019 Smart Fasteners Smart design Switch from First anchor with of anchorages manual torque QR codes to and baseplates wrench to an track anchors rebar using as per various intelligent on jobsites. chemical anchors. applications. adaptive torque module with setting control. SPOTLIGHT 22 –23 2

“Hilti has always been at the forefront of research and code writing to advance designs. A very prominent example is the development of seismic qualifications and the design of anchors in Europe based on intensive, years-long research together with industry partners and universities. We are proud to continuously contribute to making construction safer and more sustainable. Philipp Grosser Head of Regulations & Approvals Anchors BU Looking to the future Over the years, we have extended our traditional playing field from product leadership to application leadership. “With this advanced approach, we not only focus on the design aspect of the structural connection, but also consider how the struc- tural connection impacts the structure itself,” said Marien Adema, Head of Marketing, Anchors Business Unit. He also illustrated an example and mentioned that we already do this with the FP700-R. With its superior performance in the event of fire, it requires less insulating concrete cover than traditional systems, leading to a lower cost and smaller carbon footprint for the structure itself. And this is only the beginning. We will continue to innovate steel-to-concrete, concrete-to-concrete and timber connections, ensuring superior safety, productivity and sus- tainability in structural connections. Over the years, the commitment of Hilti in research and development has not only trans- formed the way we build structures but has also contributed to a safer and more sustain- able construction world. As we look ahead, one certainty remains – Hilti will continue to drive innovation within this ever-evolving in- dustry, leaving a lasting mark with enhanced anchor designs to make construction better. SPOTLIGHT 24 – 25

AY WITH “I never imagined being here at Hilti for 17 years. But the transformation in the company and my ever-evolving role kept me challenged every day. Martin Mahlfleisch Martin is known among colleagues as someone who is always there to help wherever and whenever needed, trustworthy and going the extra mile whenever an occasion presents itself. In his free time, Martin likes to listen to music. He enjoys travelling to different locations and loves hiking. 12:00 to 13:45 Maintaining permanent inventory / Every two weeks, my team leader provides me with a randomly generated list of items. Upon checking, I enter corrections right away into our ERP system, if required. Previously, we used to carry out a yearly inventory check, which used to take two to three days and required us to stop production. I appreciate this positive change of having frequent inventory checks, as it allows us to distribute the work better and doesn’t affect the operations. 12:00 to 13:45 My special time / We also receive goods for the various office departments and I distribute them to my colleagues. This is a nice opportunity for me to see my office based colleagues from time to time and catch up occasionally. 13:45 Daily logistics shop floor meeting / Our entire team meets daily to coordinate schedules and shifts. My shift ends by 3:00 p.m. So, after the team meeting, I hand over my open tasks from the morning shift to my colleague for the afternoon shift. It helps me to ensure that the shift change goes smoothly and open tasks can be completed. i Hilti Austria Industrie GmbH (formerly known as Eurofox) is one of the biggest substructure suppliers worldwide. The Hilti Group acquired the company in July 2011 and expanded the facilities in 2015. Today, the facility hosts the manufacturing of Hilti’s innovative range of substructure systems for ventilated façades. It is also home to our development teams for ventilated façades, allowing us to test new solutions and ideas in constant alignment with production and supply. We further operate our own engineering office, which develops specific project designs for end customers around the globe. Hilti ventilated façade substructure systems have been used in many leading construction projects, such as the Corniche tow- ers in London, the 264-meter-high Triumph Tower in Moscow and the Audi Campus in Germany. The facility employs approx- imately 138 team members, of which 12 team members are in shared services like HR and Finance, 24 are in the Installation division, 37 are in production and 65 are in ventilated façade functions. Learn more about it here. 14:30 The last hour of my shift / Based on our schedule, I wait for the arrival of the truck that picks up finished goods and transports them to our Headquarters ware- house at Nendeln in Liechtenstein or ware- houses in our market organizations, such as Nuremberg (Germany), Carpiano (Italy) or Leopoldsdorf (Austria). I know most of our truck drivers well and have a good working relationship with them. I ensure that everything is done before the pickup – I check the delivery schedule, arrange hardware, pick the pallets, wrap them in plastic and place them in the pick-up zone as per the target location. The truck drivers often tell me that we do our job very efficiently, which makes me feel elated. Beyond work / After work, I like to hike or take a walk. I am an avid hiker and have visited many interesting mountains. My preferred areas are around Rax or Schneeberg mountain. EMPLOYEES 26 – 27

GENERATIONS AT HILTI Hilti has pioneered the manufacturing of construction industry solutions for generations. Over the decades, Hilti has fostered not only an outstanding company culture, but continues to develop new technologies and improved services, ensuring success through the years. Founded by brothers Martin and Eugene Hilti in 1941, strong family ties continued when Martin’s son Michael joined his father in the 1970s. Today, Michael Hilti serves as the Honorary Chairman of the Board of Directors, while his daughter, Michèle Frey-Hilti, manages the Hilti Family Foundation. Generations and family ties have been highlighted in the past by various market organizations. Click the icon above. Do you have a family story relating to Hilti? Write us: media@hilti.com The Pfitscher Family G1Generation 1: Alfred Pfitscher and his brothers immigrated G2Generation 2: Alfred’s son, Stefan, spent his whole professional from the Italian province of South Tyrol to Austria after World War II to find work. Like one of his siblings, Alfred worked at life working for Hilti. He started as a mechanical apprentice in 1978 and finished his education in 1982. After that, he worked Hilti Thüringen in the tool manufacturing plant from 1974 until 1984. in Thüringen and Schaan in different positions. He retired at the end of 2022 after working at Hilti for 45 years. In addition to Stefan, his brother Alfred Josef and their cousin Siegfried Pfitscher also worked at Hilti Thüringen for some time. G3Generation 3: One of Stefan’s daughters, Katharina Pfitscher, apprenticeship at Hilti Thüringen. Currently, she is working followed in her dad’s footsteps and did her mechanical in the P4X2 Machining DF& DIA department. Katharina mentioned an administrative job opening to her sister, Patricia Pritz, in 2018. Since then, Patricia has been working part-time and is responsible for visitors and anniversary jubilees at Hilti Thüringen. EMPLOYEES 28 – 29

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New challenges Manufacturing diamond tools when the external temperature is around 35°C, along with 75 percent humidity, requires a very powerful, robust, flexible and efficient cooling technology. This is true for both the production facility and the office complex. The new cooling system, including components that were being deployed in India for the first time, is designed to significantly reduce humidity in order to efficiently produce diamond systems in accordance with Hilti’s high quality standards. Plant 4, in Thuringia, Austria, already uses building materials that support low-energy heating and cooling, and the assembly hall is the first industrial building in Austria to be certified according to green building standards. The same systems that are to be used in India are also in use at Plant 4, monitoring control systems and energy. Eugen not only has many years of experience with energy-efficient building designs, but sustainable technologies are also his passion. “By working closely together, we can share experiences and the latest knowledge in this field. In the spirit of give and take, we can all learn and stay on the cutting edge of technology.” During this time, Eugen also learns about the lifestyles and culture of a foreign country. “They want to do great things!,” he told Plant 4 in late July, after returning from his first trip. “My usual way of working was turned upside down. Where we, in certain cases, will use prefabricated build- ing elements, many steps are taken directly on site without certain equipment or standards in India. I was very impressed by the attitude and confidence of the people I spoke to.” Besides having to learn certain technical matters, communication was the biggest challenge for Eugen. “My moderate English skills, coupled with the local Indian dialect and the technical termino- logy, often left me speechless. The AI translator on my smart- phone was a constant companion.” Then it was time, as is the case with many others, for Eugen’s summer vacation. His next trip is scheduled for fall 2023. At this time he’ll be present for the final commissioning of the plant. He is already looking forward to this and emphasizes that this cooperation is really a varied task full of the most dazzling colors. There is also the aspect of continuation training, in the form of specialist and technical training that provides great added value. Overall, it’s a unique life experience. “Thomas’s promise to me was not overstated. Sharing experiences and knowledge is a growth driver, for me as much as for the others.” i When the components are activated, the building’s mass is used to regulate the temperature. In this process, walls, ceilings or floors are fitted with water-bearing pipes, which are utilized for low-energy cooling and heating. The cooling and dehumidification technology in India consists of four large cooling machines, six cooling towers, several heat exchangers, two ventilation centers, over 150 ceiling cooling systems, including fans, and a large number of pumps. All of this is used to ensure that the diamond tools can be produced effi- ciently, and at Hilti’s high level of quality, in the prevailing climate. Plant 4 was founded in 1970 as Hilti’s first production site outside Liechtenstein. Now, approximately 500,000 Hilti tools, including power tools, diamond drilling and direct fastening tools, are assembled there every year. The plant also produces about 800 different machined parts that are used in the assembly process of the various tools. Plant 4 employs approximately 600 people. The groundbreaking ceremony for Plant 11 took place in January 2021 and operations started in August 2023. The ceremonial inauguration is planned for January 2024. The plant will manu- facture diamond saw blades, diamond cup wheels and diamond core bits. The plant is a global center of excellence for cutting, grinding, PU drill bits and SP wall saw blades. Approximately 260 people are employed in India. The plant is seeking the Gold level of certification from the German Sustainable Building Council for its buildings. This would be a first or India. SPOTLIGHT 32 – 33

“We want them to emotionally connect to this strategy, take ownership and then passionately imple- ment it. Eivind Slaaen Head of People & Culture Development currently in the company but also people who will be joining us in the years to come. So you need to simplify it with a common message that you can then share throughout the world, globally. You also really want to create a good learning experience, make it interactive, make it fun. And in the end, you need to come up with a comprehensive package which is easy to translate and can be implemented around the world. Do you have any advice for team colleagues who are joining Hilti now and taking their first steps with the company? Watch the full interview I would focus on two things. The first one is: Build a network. That’s how you get the most out of belonging to the company. That’s where you get support when you need it. And that’s not something that just happens by itself, so be in charge. And secondly, when you bring up solutions, focus on the idea behind the solutions. You’ll come here with different experiences than us. It’s easy for us to dismiss what you have as a solution because we’re different. If we take time to understand the idea behind the solution and we can combine that idea with our understanding of what Hilti is, then we can make a great solution out of it. SPOTLIGHT 34 – 35 5345