Hartridge
Hartridge Ltd., a UK-based designer and manufacturer of diesel fuel injection test equipment founded in 1930, supplies four test bench platforms plus proprietary magmahTouch/magmahPlus software to OE manufacturers, franchised workshops, independent aftermarket repair shops, and defence/rail/maritime operators worldwide via approximately 85 distributors.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1930
- HeadquartersBuckingham, United Kingdom
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Hartridge does
Hartridge Ltd. is a UK-based designer and manufacturer of diesel fuel injection test equipment, founded in 1930 in London and headquartered in Buckingham since 1939, where it operates a purpose-built 2,500 m² R&D and manufacturing facility. The company produces four core test bench platforms — the CRi-Pro (4-line common rail, launched 2022), the Sabre CRi Expert (single-line all-makes common rail), the Toledo HEUI Master (heavy-duty HEUi injectors), and the AVM2-PC (multi-technology pump and injector bench). Hartridge holds OE authorisations from Delphi, Denso and Continental, has a patented closed-loop control system enabling high-pressure flow from single-phase power, and proprietary Full Event Response Time (FERT) testing methodology protected by patents and supported by ISO 9001:2015 quality certification.
The portfolio is powered by two proprietary software platforms — magmahTouch for the Sabre and CRi-Pro platforms and magmahPlus for the AVM2-PC — both offering perpetual and annual licensing and a pay-as-you-go Hartridge Credit Pack model for feature unlocking, with free software updates and cloud backup. Complementary accessories and consumables (HK1500 cambox, HB401 auto-pressure control upgrade, ZBLN alignment tooling, fume extraction hoods, calibration fluids) and a Special Projects division for custom test benches and bespoke solutions round out the catalogue.
Hartridge monetises primarily through hardware sales and recurring software/license/credit revenue, distributed via approximately 85 global distributors — which it treats as extensions of the company — and direct website/software-portal sales for licenses and credit packs. Its customers span OE manufacturers and franchised workshops (authorised warranty repair), independent aftermarket repair shops (all-makes diagnostic services), engine and fuel system R&D labs, and specialised sectors including defence, plant, rail and maritime. Since 2023, Hartridge has operated as a wholly owned subsidiary of NYSE-listed PHINIA Inc. following its prior ownership by Delphi (2011) and a 2004 management buyout from DT Industries.
Hartridge firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Hartridge
- Legal name
- Hartridge Ltd.
- Website
- https://hartridge.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1930
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Hartridge Ltd., a UK-based designer and manufacturer of diesel fuel injection test equipment founded in 1930, supplies four test bench platforms plus proprietary magmahTouch/magmahPlus software to OE manufacturers, franchised workshops, independent aftermarket repair shops, and defence/rail/maritime operators worldwide via approximately 85 distributors.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Hartridge industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Diesel Fuel Injection Test Equipment
- NAICS
- Engine, Turbine, and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing (3336), Pump and Compressor Manufacturing (33391)
- SIC
- Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Powertrain Test, Dyno & Validation Services (Post-rebuild/Reman QA) (TLAKALAN)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Controls, Monitoring & Condition Management (for Pumps/Compressors) (IMAHANAI)
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Where Hartridge is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Buckingham
- HQ country
- United Kingdom
- HQ region
- Europe
Offices1 record
Markets served
Hartridge business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Sales - Test Benches: Sale of fuel injection test equipment including CRi-Pro, Sabre CRi Expert, Toledo HEUI Master, and AVM2-PC test benches. Hardware is sold directly and through distributor network to workshops and OE facilities.
- Software Licenses: Perpetual and annual (12-month) software licenses for magmahTouch and magmahPlus operating software. Licenses unlock software functionality and provide access to software updates.
- Hartridge Credit Packs: Pay-as-you-go credit packs allowing workshops to unlock specific testing features and functions on test machines running magmahTouch software.
- Accessories and Consumables: Sale of accessories including fume extraction hood kits, calibration fluids, trolley units, and nozzle alignment tooling.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Software Licenses - Perpetual |
| Subscription | Annual | Software Licenses - Annual (12-month) |
| Usage-based | Pay-as-you-go | Hartridge Credit Packs |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels6 records
Hartridge product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Hartridge designs, manufactures, and supplies diesel fuel injection test equipment, including common rail injector test benches (CRi-Pro, Sabre CRi Expert), HEUI injector test benches (Toledo HEUI Master), and pump/injector test benches (AVM2-PC). The equipment is powered by proprietary magmahTouch and magmahPlus software and is sold with perpetual and subscription licenses, pay-as-you-go credit packs, accessories, and consumables. The company serves OE manufacturers, franchised workshops, independent aftermarket repair shops, and specialised sectors including defence, plant, rail, and maritime.
Product overview
Hartridge is a global leader in fuel injection test equipment offering a portfolio of test benches and solutions for diesel fuel systems. The core product line includes four main test bench platforms: CRi-Pro (4-line common rail, launched 2022), Sabre CRi Expert (single-line common rail for all makes, upgraded 2018), Toledo HEUI Master (heavy-duty HEUi injector tester), and AVM2-PC (original advanced diesel pump/injector tester). These are powered by proprietary magmahTouch and magmahPlus software featuring flexible credit-based licensing. The portfolio includes accessories (HK1500 Cambox, HB401 Auto Pressure Control, ZBLN Alignment Tooling, HJ100 Fume Extraction, HM180 Trolley), consumables (HEUi Calibration Fluid, ISO4113 Calibration Fluid), and credit/license packs for feature unlocking. The company serves both OE-authorised workshops and independent aftermarket through a global distributor network of approximately 85 distributors, with R&D and manufacturing based in Buckingham, UK.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- CRi-Pro Common Rail Injector Test Bench Expert off-vehicle diagnostic test bench for the latest generation of common rail injectors, featuring a 4-line common rail diesel platform designed to meet Delphi EURO 6 injector testing requirements. Serves franchised and independent workshops and OE facilities needing authorised and all-makes testing capabilities.
- Sabre CRi Expert Test Bench Advanced single-line common rail injector tester for all makes, capable of testing up to 2700 bar pressure with higher flow. Compact, cost-effective solution targeted at workshops requiring heavy-duty injector testing.
- Toledo HEUI Master Injector Test Bench Highly sophisticated and compact hydraulic electronic unit injector tester primarily for heavy-duty HEUi injectors. Covers the vast majority of HEUi injector parc with a comprehensive test plan database down to part number level. Requires only domestic power supply.
- AVM2-PC Diesel Fuel Injection Pump Test Bench Original advanced diesel fuel injector, cam box and pump testing platform accommodating common rail, EUI technologies, cam boxes, rotary pumps and inline pumps. Authorised by Delphi, Denso and Continental OEMs. Targets specialist repair workshops needing to maximise revenue.
- Hartridge Credit Packs Pay-as-you-go credit system for Hartridge Common Rail Injector test machines running magmahTouch software, enabling users to unlock specific testing features on demand. Sold through the company's software portal.
- Hartridge Licenses (magmahTouch & magmahPlus) License renewals and activation for Hartridge machines running magmahTouch and magmahPlus software, including functionality licenses for specific features and maintenance contracts. Available as perpetual or annual subscriptions.
- HK1500 EUI Injector Testing Cambox Solution OE-level equipment enabling testing of the full range of EUi/EUp applications in tandem with AVM2-PC. Authorised for Delphi EUI and EUP ranges and supports all-makes mode testing for Bosch, Caterpillar and other EUIs/EUPs.
- HB401 Auto Pressure Control Upgrade Auto Pressure Control upgrade kit for AVM2-PC enabling automatic, unattended testing of CR pumps in All Makes mode. Comprises high pressure filtration, control valve block, flow meter, additional cooling, and software upgrade. Delivers 10-20% pump test time savings and 30-50% operator productive time increases.
- Special Projects (Customer Projects Division) Bespoke engineering service offering Special Applications, Custom Test Benches, and Bespoke Solutions tailored to diverse customer goals and requirements, including defence, plant, rail and maritime industries.
- HEUi Calibration Fluid (8802010-19)
Quantifiable outcome
- 10 to 20% saving in pump test time with HB401 Auto Pressure Control
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Hartridge
Customer profileSegments4 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Hartridge technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
Hartridge partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- PHINIA Inc.corePHINIA Inc. acquired Hartridge in 2023 as part of its strategic expansion. Hartridge operates as a wholly owned subsidiary within the PHINIA group. PHINIA Inc. (NYSE listed, Auburn Hills, MI) is the ultimate parent company with subsidiaries including PHINIA Holdings UK Limited, PHINIA Delphi UK Limited, and others to which tax strategy applies.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves10 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Hartridge competitors and assessment
Company assessmentMarket position
Strengths4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Hartridge social profiles
Digital presenceHartridge compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance1 record
Hartridge financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Hartridge leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles7 records
Hartridge funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Hartridge M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Hartridge
What does Hartridge do?
Hartridge designs, manufactures, and supplies diesel fuel injection test equipment, including common rail injector test benches (CRi-Pro, Sabre CRi Expert), HEUI injector test benches (Toledo HEUI Master), and pump/injector test benches (AVM2-PC). The equipment is powered by proprietary magmahTouch and magmahPlus software and is sold with perpetual and subscription licenses, pay-as-you-go credit packs, accessories, and consumables. The company serves OE manufacturers, franchised workshops, independent aftermarket repair shops, and specialised sectors including defence, plant, rail, and maritime.
Is Hartridge a public or private company?
Hartridge is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Hartridge founded?
Hartridge was founded in 1930. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Hartridge based?
Hartridge is headquartered in Buckingham, United Kingdom, in the Europe region.
How does Hartridge make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Hardware Sales - Test Benches are the primary driver. The others are software Licenses, hartridge Credit Packs and accessories and Consumables.
Does Hartridge have an API?
No public API is recorded for Hartridge.
What industry is Hartridge in?
Hartridge's product category is Diesel Fuel Injection Test Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAKALAN, Powertrain Test, Dyno & Validation Services (Post-rebuild/Reman QA), with a secondary code of IMAHANAI, Controls, Monitoring & Condition Management (for Pumps/Compressors). Its NAICS code is 3336 and its SIC code is 8734.