Structural Components Five Innovations in the Field of Structural Components

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Heinrich Kipp GmbH

norelem Normelemente GmbH & Co. KG

EMKA Beschlagteile GmbH & Co. KG

Rose Systemtechnik GmbH & Co. KG

SIMTOS (Seoul International Machine Tool Show)

From electronic access control without permanent power supply, to modular fastening solutions for machine and plant engineering, to the first hygienic support arm system—the innovations in the field of structural components.

1. Electronic Access Control without Permanent Power Supply

Emka offers the Outdoor Swing Handle from the 1317 series, an electronic locking solution for outdoor enclosures, which can be opened via the "Smart Access Key" app, documents handle and door states, and requires no permanent power supply. Operators of outdoor enclosures increasingly need controlled and documented access, for example, to passive network components, distribution enclosures, control cabinets, or technical facilities in telecommunications, energy, and transport infrastructures. These locations are often decentralized and not continuously powered, but must remain accessible for authorized service operations. The swing handle from the 1317 series combines mobile access control with autonomous energy supply. It is opened using the "Smart Access Key" app, with the smartphone functioning as a digital key. Permissions are centrally assigned and managed via Emka's Smart Access technology, allowing operators to specify whether access is permanent, time-limited, or one-off. For service operations in locations without stable network coverage, time-limited offline permissions can also be set up, ensuring planned access even without a continuous online connection at the site. A key feature of the swing handle is its energy concept. The energy required for electronic unlocking is transferred inductively just before opening and stored in an integrated energy storage system. This eliminates the need for a permanent power supply and additional wiring on the enclosure. Regular battery replacement is also not necessary, reducing maintenance effort, especially at remote or widely distributed locations. At the same time, the system records not only opening and closing operations but also all handle and door states. This allows tracking of when an enclosure was opened or closed and whether the lock is properly secured.

2. Modular Fastening Solutions for Machine and Plant Engineering

Norelem has expanded its range with high-quality C-profile mounting rails and extensive accessories. The mounting rails are available in systems 28 (28 x 15 and 28 x 28 mm / approx. 1.1 x 0.6 in and 1.1 x 1.1 in) and 41 (41 x 22 and 41 x 41 mm / approx. 1.6 x 0.9 in and 1.6 x 1.6 in). Their robust C-profile construction ensures high bending and torsional strength and safely absorbs tensile and transverse forces perpendicular to the rail axis. System 41 additionally features prominent toothing. Threaded plates and toothed T-bolts securely hold in place—even under high transverse loads. Thanks to the numerous elongated holes in the mounting rails, components like profile feet, T-bolts, threaded plates, rail connectors, brackets, and beam clamps can be quickly and easily attached. With suitable accessories, universal installation solutions can be created. If needed, the rails can be individually shortened. The mounting rails are available in standard lengths of 1,000, 2,000, and 3,000 mm (approx. 3.3, 6.6, and 9.8 ft),, with custom lengths available upon request from Norelem. Manufactured from galvanized steel, the profiles are durable and corrosion-resistant, which is essential for harsh industrial environments. Typical applications include constructing machine and system frames, mounting motors, sensors, measurement systems, and actuators, as well as guiding lines and hoses for hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical connections. Additionally, the mounting rails can be used in electrical engineering (cable support systems, cable ducts, riser trays), sanitary, heating, climate, and ventilation technology, as well as for pipe and valve fastening.

3. Quick Setup Processes with Flexible Build Heights

Kipp has integrated the Solid-Bolt products into its clamping technology portfolio, introducing a mechanical zero-point clamping system with a new approach. The Solid-Bolt concept enables the adaptation of clamping devices, fixtures, and workpieces in seconds. The systems are used wherever clamping devices, fixtures, or workpieces need to be frequently changed. Typical application areas include tool and mold-making, machining, and automated production cells. The innovative approach of the Solid-Bolt series also proves effective in retrofitting existing machines. Instead of integrating zero-point plates across entire surfaces, machine tables are selectively equipped with zero-point bolts. This means that the actual zero-point technology is only added where needed, effectively reversing the interaction between the receiver and the bolt. The mechanics are shifted into the 5-axis risers, while the machine or base plates remain relatively simple in design. This reduces the design effort, saves costs, and lowers the setup height. At the same time, the system is compatible with all mounting grids and machines. The Solid-Bolt program at Kipp includes base plates and zero-point plates with receivers for Solid-Point 96/52 and Solid-Bolt. It is complemented by the Solid-Bolt Maxx variant. Simultaneously, Kipp is also expanding its screw vise clamping technology range with Solid-Grip 5-axis centering vises in various sizes.

4. First Hygienic and Certified Support Arm System 

With the GT-HD support arm system, Rose has expanded its stainless steel device carrier program with a hygienic design. The device carrier was designed in accordance with the requirements of the EHEDG (European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group) and the EN ISO 14159 standard. The support arm system is high-pressure cleaner resistant (IP69), capable of carrying loads of up to 60 kg (approx. 132 lbs) at 0.5 m (approx. 1.6 ft), and will be available with curved stainless steel tubes with a diameter of 48 mm (approx. 1.9 in). According to Rose's high-quality standards, the swivel joints pass a durability test of at least 60,000 motion cycles under maximum load. Additionally, the support arm system has been certified by the German Social Accident Insurance Association (DGUV) for use in hygiene-critical applications. Experts from the DGUV Testing and Certification Body for Food and Packaging subjected the GT-HD to a fluorescence test: the support arm system was completely contaminated with fluorescent riboflavin, moved several times, and then rinsed with spray water (IPX5). After cleaning, the testers used UV light to identify any remaining contamination. Since no riboflavin residues were detected, the stainless steel device carrier received the DGUV "Hygiene tested" certification.

5. Standard-compliant object door handles also for escape routes 

Door handles with a front-facing flat grip belong to the category of "classics" for functional doors. ECO Schulte has reinterpreted this design in all application-specific variants with a lightweight yet elegantly timeless stainless-steel design. What makes the products from Menden special: All fittings comply with the functional standard EN 1906, and two variants (D-380 and D-385) also meet EN 179, making them approved for escape routes. For these two models, the handles are closed-ended—reducing the risk of clothing snagging during building evacuations. The offset variants D-365 and D-385 optimally position fingers and hands closer to the center of the door, avoiding pinching risks at frame edges. The closed models D-380 and D-385 offer a secure, closed shape that minimizes injury risks and are approved for emergency exits in commercial buildings. Technical highlights: The flat functional door handles are available with maintenance-free OGL bearings and can be quickly and professionally installed using the tool-free ECO Click System. The variety of bearing options reflects the door's usage intensity seamlessly—they have been tested for between 200,000 and one million operating cycles—ensuring a long-lasting and durable life for the fittings. Round and oval roses (suitable for narrow-profile doors) are available equipped with these functional bearings.