4601 121st Street | Urbandale, IA 50323 | United States
Precision Airflow and Thermal Management Solutions
Gits Mfg., Product Innovation Center located in Urbandale, Iowa is part of CentroMotion’s family of global brands. Founded in 1910 as a designer of lubrication devices, the company specializes in three key product lines: thermal management solutions, turbocharger solutions, and lubrication and venting products. Gits’ thermal management solutions are designed to comply with the latest emissions standards and contribute to a global emissions-free future.
We serve global on-highway and off-highway OEMs and engine manufacturers, providing thermal management solutions for applications such as diesel, natural gas and hydrogen engines as well as turbocharger control devices. Our lubrication and venting solutions can be found on mobile IBCs, pumps, and gearboxes.
Our product offerings include options and sizing for 3L-60L combustion engine applications as well as fuel cell / electric powertrains:
- Intake Throttle Valves: Control strategies with CAN and PWM, optimizing engine performance.
- Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valves, including EGR Bypass Valves: Pre- and post-cooler applications with CAN and PWM control. Hot- and Cold-Side Exhaust Recirculation Valves reducing NOx emissions.
- Exhaust Back-Pressure / Engine Braking Valves: Designed for pre- and post-turbo applications, using electrical actuation via CAN and PWM, as well as pneumatic control. Tailor-made for diesel, gas, and hydrogen internal combustion engines.
- Wastegate Valves and Actuation: Turbo control products for light-duty (LD) and heavy-duty (HD) applications.
Customer-Centric Innovation
At Gits, we not only deliver products but also build lasting partnerships with our customers, supporting them throughout their journey. Our engineering team thrives on collaboration and teamwork. We engage with our customers long before series production begins, ensuring that their needs and expectations are at the forefront of our design process. Our success rests on our commitment to customer satisfaction. We actively listen, adapt, and innovate to meet specific requirements.
Driving Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement
We are committed to innovation and operational excellence. Our expertise in thermal management solutions empowers us to create cutting-edge solutions that address real-world challenges. Our engineering team deploys key elements to successfully deliver industry-leading solutions.
Development Practices: We adhere rigorously to APQP automotive standards, ensuring quality, reliability, and compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Our commitment to operational excellence drives us to follow robust development processes that result in high-quality products.
Analysis-Driven Design:
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA): We simulate and analyze structural behavior to optimize designs for strength and durability.
- Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD): Our simulations model fluid flow and heat transfer, enabling us to create efficient and effective thermal management solutions.
- Material Analysis: We carefully select materials based on performance, durability, and environmental impact.
- Design for Six Sigma: Our dedication to continuous improvement ensures that our solutions meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. By applying Six Sigma principles, we minimize defects, enhance processes, and deliver exceptional value to our customers.
From Prototypes to Cutting-Edge Solutions
From high-precision CNC prototype machining to rapid prototyping, our engineering team develops tailored solutions for our customers. Our extensive in-house validation covers critical factors, ensuring that our solutions meet the highest standards. Whether it’s rapid prototyping, production line design, or manufacturability and assembly, our commitment to excellence drives us forward.
Our in-house validation capabilities include:
Environmental Temperature and Humidity Extremes: We test our solutions under extreme conditions to ensure they withstand harsh environments.
Vibration, Resonance, and Shock Testing: Crucial for automotive and industrial applications, this test assesses how well our products handle mechanical stress.
Hot and Cold Gas Flow Testing: By understanding our product performance in gas flow at varying temperatures, we optimize efficiency and reliability. This enables us to validate components in high temperature environments before use on the engine.
Accelerated High-Temperature Wear Testing: Simulating wear due to high temperatures ensures material durability, allowing us to develop the best solutions for specific applications.
Ingress Protection (IP) Testing: This evaluates resistance to dust, water, and foreign particles—critical for harsh environments and demanding applications.
Thermal Shock Testing: Identifies weaknesses and ensures robustness against rapid temperature changes.
EMC/ESD Testing: Assesses interaction with electromagnetic fields and electrostatic discharges, especially important for electronic devices.
ISO 9001
IATF 16949
World-class excellence in product and process designs
In support of our Design for 6 Sigma Methodology, detailed component dimensional analysis is performed in our Metrology Lab. We operate with state-of-the-art Mitutoyo and Mahr equipment, all within a temperature and humidity-controlled Metrology laboratory. At Gits, the process approach, risk mitigation, and PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) are embedded in everything we do. With a ‘can-do’ attitude, founded on integrity, teamwork, and customer focus, we deliver world-class designs.
