Innovation and Advancement
KONI products continue to set benchmarks in durability, longevity and comfort and handling. By using highest quality materials, continuing to develop vehicle specific applications, and working closely with partners in the industry, KONI remains in touch and at the front of suspension advancements.
Innovations continue to drive the company forward with the patented mechanical technology, the FSD (Frequency Selective Damping) valve remaining an innovation which leads all competitors for the ultimate driving experience in comfort and roadholding.
Innovation and Advancement
Contribution to the development of the TGV, the French high-speed intercity rail service. Establishment of the KONI name in the railway industry.
Development of KONI double-acting hydraulic dampers for the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam, Netherlands, to dampen cable vibrations. KONI solves numerous industrial and architectural suspension problems.
Introduction of the patented Frequency Selective Damping (FSD) valve. A radical change in suspension technology that has since been used in over 10 million shock absorbers, for both OEM and AM applications.
KONI's latest rebranding introduces a KONI "Boomerang" logo that incorporates the triangle of the past while pointing and moving the brand into the future.
Innovation and Advancement
KONI becomes a subsidiary of ITT (ITT: NYSE), a diversified global industrial company.
ITT is a leading manufacturer of customized, high-tech solutions for the energy, transportation, and industrial markets.
Innovation and Advancement
KONI officially participates in its first Grand Prix.
The beginning of a golden era of success on and off the track, with KONI being recognized worldwide as a leader in shock absorber technology and development
first adjustable hydraulic telescopic shock absorber
KONI begins development of the world's first adjustable hydraulic telescopic shock absorber.
With the introduction of the adjustable function, the KONI shock absorber is unique and revolutionary.
Innovation and Advancement
The company name "KONI" was created. KONI diversified from an upholstery business to a specialist in automotive parts, developing spring covers for leaf springs.
In 1932, KONI manufactured its
first shock absorber, a friction shock absorber.
Innovation and Advancement
KONI was founded by A. de Koning in Oud-Beijerland, the Netherlands. The company began as a saddlery, manufacturing leather equipment for horses.
The company achieved success thanks to clever ideas, hard work, and high-quality products.
