The cooperation for many years with ASTRÖ (Institute for Hydraulic Research) concentrating on the advancement of hydraulic components continued in 2004.  The development of top hydraulic components featuring efficiencies which are considerably superior to competitive equipment has essentially contributed to the successful sale of a new headbox pump.

Achievements in optimizing hydraulic equipment for turbines have been confirmed by several orders from different customers, most recently by the order for the Aschach power station.

A new test stand for Pelton equipment will soon be operational.  This investment was made in connection with a focus on Pelton turbine development initiated two years ago.

Other development activities focused on centrifugal pumps for the pulp and paper industry, a field which es expected to grow substantially.