REINZ

Victor Reinz is a German brand founded in 1920, specializing in engine components. The core product range includes cylinder head gaskets, oil seals, valve stem seals, and sealants. The brand is part of the American corporation Dana Incorporated. Products are focused on ensuring the tightness of engine and transmission assemblies. Manufacturing facilities are concentrated on producing sealing materials for both the original equipment market and the aftermarket.

Country

Germany

Brand History

1. 1920: Hugo Reinz founds Reinz Dichtungs GmbH in Berlin. 2. 1993: Merger with the American company Victor Manufacturing, forming the Victor Reinz brand. 3. 1998: Acquisition by Dana Incorporated. 4. 2000s: Expansion of production for sealing systems designed for turbocharged engines and hybrid powertrains.

Key OEM Customers

BMW, Ford, Fiat, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo.

Type

Manufacturer, OEM

Ecology

The company implements asbestos-free technologies in gasket production and minimizes volatile organic compound emissions during the manufacturing of sealants.

Brand Authentication

Pay attention to the print quality of the packaging and the presence of clear laser marking with a batch number on metal gaskets. Original oil seals have clear size and material markings (e.g., FKM or NBR) on the rubber part. Avoid products with uneven edges or flash residue on rubber seals.

Certificates

ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001