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Experience – Greenlyte

Pioneering spirit based on a system

The start-up Greenlyte Carbon Technologies is driving forward the energy transition with its innovative Power-to-X pilot plants. And the RiLineX multifunctional power distribution system from Rittal is a core element. It’s a project that’s sending out a clear signal.

Experience – Voltfang

A second lease of life – in energy storage

Using a battery storage system to help cap load peaks and charge electric cars with electricity generated on site is a prime example of how systemic energy storage solutions can work on a day-to-day basis. This particular full-service solution is in use at disposal company AWA and was created by Voltfang, a start-up based in the German city of Aachen, which uses batteries from the e-mobility sector for its systems. What about the outdoor enclosure for the solution? Well, that comes from Rittal.

Innovation – World-class industry and a top university

From campus to the shopfloor

Plant engineering in the USA is on the brink of a massive automation push. The renowned Purdue University is working with industrial partners in Germany to train the skilled workers who are urgently needed for this. Software from Eplan, together with hardware and automation solutions from Rittal, are being used to prepare budding electrical engineers for their future tasks.

Experience – Rittal HD enclosures at Liquats Vegetals

Naturally clean production

Soya milk, almond milk, oat milk – it’s not just coffee drinkers who are increasingly opting for plant-based alternatives. One of the leading manufacturers of these plant-based drinks is the Spanish company Liquats Vegetals in Viladrau, Catalunya. To meet high EHEDG hygiene standards and make production sustainable, the beverage manufacturer uses HD enclosures and ePocket from Rittal.

Experience – SIDE

"We are highly competitive"

When Judit Birosta steps onto the factory floor, even the enclosures seem to spring to life. What this charismatic Spaniard is achieving at SIDE is making people sit up and take notice. The digital transformation arrived here some time ago. As an industrial automation specialist, the company combines Mediterranean passion with German precision, bringing a breath of fresh air to plant engineering throughout Europe.

Experience – Factory of the year 2025

24-hour fully automated operation in the heart of Europe

Products need to have more than just impressive technology these days – customers also expect rapid availability, bespoke solutions and global delivery. Digital end-to-end processes throughout production make all this possible. Rittal was an early adopter of this approach. The Haiger factory’s strong customer focus and high level of automation and digitalisation won it the title “Factory of the Year 2025” – the most prestigious award a factory in Europe can receive.

Innovation – New rules of play for refrigerants

Expert know-how Climate control

In 2027, new rules covering the use of refrigerants in climate control equipment come into force in the EU – with implications for the mechanical and plant engineering sector. To futureproof themselves, companies need to rethink their approach now. Rittal is showing how to switch successfully to modern refrigerants – with no need for complex system changes.

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Innovation – Rittal Wire Handling System

Wire production on demand

s it possible for preassembled wires to wing their way to the right workstation just in time as if by magic? It is with the new Rittal Wire Handling System. Tim Kramer, Head of Product Marketing at Rittal Automation Systems, explains how this is achieved and just how much time it saves equipment manufacturers.

Experience – International projects

Worldwide

Solutions from the Friedhelm Loh Group are used in fast food restaurants, on the rail network and even in the service of British royalty. After all, the requirements of such applications include fail-safe IT and weather-resistant, robust enclosures.

Experience – RWE

Licence costs under control!

RWE has made use of a Autodesk licensing change to strategically modernise its own software landscape. In collaboration with Cideon, it has created a transparent, flexible and cost-efficient licence management system.

Experience – One question:

How can we turn things around in industry, Mr. Jetter?

A guest article by Martin Jetter, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the SCION Association and Member of the Friedhelm Loh Group Foundation Council

Hahn Automation Group
Information technology

Routing with centimetre accuracy

Experience
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Viega

"No unnecessary frills – the MDCs have everything we need."

Experience – KlöMö

Automatic benefits for every enclosure

Experience – OREX ROTOMOULDING

Rack & Roll in the carousel

Teamwork – SchulePlus

From an idea to a movement

Experience – BORA

Sustainably cool

BORA, the innovative manufacturer of premium integrated kitchen appliances, needed a new data centre. It was looking for a sustainable, resource-friendly solution that naturally also combined excellent reliability and security with high availability and was expandable – all aesthetically incorporated into the Austrian company’s Niederndorf site. How did BORA square this circle? By turning to Rittal and its partners!

Experience – Mosaico Group

CIAO! Automation

The Mosaico Group in Italy is looking to the future and investing in systematic automation. Solutions from Eplan, Rittal and Rittal Automation Systems have helped the systems integrator become more efficient and competitive, which has also made it a more attractive employer in the battle for young talent.

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„Battery storage systems are the key to the energy transition“

Naturally clean production

SIDE – „We are highly competitive“

Rack & Roll in the carousel

Werk Haiger - Factory of the year 2025

Powering on in a Blackout – Interview with Simon Bartoschewski

Interview with TRIPS Lukasz Kowalski

Setting the pace for stacking cranes

Sustainably Cool - BORA Data Center

Rittal reportage naturenergie netze

DNV test in the Phoenix Testlab

Engineering in the cloud - Interview with Andree Rülander, Head of Electrical Design, Enercon

Keeping tunnels lit in an emergency - Interview with Robert Berndt, HERMOS Authorised Representative and Project Leader

Cool when the heat is on - Interview with Björn von Frieling

Automated driving - IT infrastructure for BMW vehicle tests

Innovation
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LKH

“We love the challenge!”

Innovation
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Eplan Platform 2026

“The added value is significant”

Innovation
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Partnership between Salzgitter AG and Stahlo

Green Steel – What are the next steps?

Innovation
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Interview

“Direct current – direct benefits!”

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