System integration Rittal IT solutions a broad spectrum of services for individual, complete packages. Because of modular, mass-produced system components, Rittal is able to achieve the optimum individual solution for every client, quickly and cost-effectively. Complete solutions, without compromises. The extensive Rittal product range, including climate control components, control and monitoring technology, system accessories and hardware components such as monitors and keyboards, is available for the configuration of your individual solutions. The benefits of system integration include: Only one project partner, significantly reduced planning and assembly work, and minimal logistics and procurement input. Rittal IT solutions simple and complete. Rittal system integration up to Level 4 This is the cumulative result of extensive in-depth consultations and precise planning. For example, with climate control, power supply and security management to Level 4 system integration. 5 4 Level 5: Level 4 with I/O and application software, tested Level 4: Level 3 with integral boards, tested 3 2 Level 3: Integration, wiring of various components (e.g. MPS systems including backplane, power pack) Level 2: Pre-configuration, population (e.g. subracks, backplanes, front panels) Level : Components (e.g. guide rails, connectors, etc.) The complete Rittal IT solutions for products and services is a coordinated, integrative system. It includes technical expertise, planning, prototype construction, individual production and assembly, and distribution tailored to customer requirements. 064
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To suit your applications Rittal views every customer requirement as a challenge. The extensive product portfolio with the matching system accessories and the comprehensive range of services ensures that your requirements are met. 2 3 4 Top quality off the shelf Rittal combines mass production with customization in a variety of ways, to your benefit. 2 Mass-produced individuality Cutouts and holes are made in the factory, prior to surface coating. The advantage: Unrestricted corrosion resistance. Modified dimensions With the Optipanel command panel, individual sizes are standard. Special sizes can also be produced for our other product series. Mounting of accessories The comprehensive range of Rittal system accessories and assembly off the shelf offer cost advantages. Project-specific production...such as this rack for mobile railway technology. 066 Rittal Handbook 3 3 4
Your requirements can also be resolved on site We put our product expertise into practice. Impressive solutions, achieved with partners in your proximity. Availability and service combine to create superb results. Fast and cost-effective. 5 5 6 Technical support, tradeshows, training Get your product information hands-on. Discover new routes to practical, cost effective solutions. Preparing cutouts Cutouts and drilled holes for climate control components, switches, instruments and monitors. Take the easy option. 7 Plug and play with system accessories Opt for the ready-made solution. Choose to install base/plinths, side walls, filter-fan units, lights, system chassis and bars, grounding rails, CMC monitoring systems and many other modules from our extensive program range of accessories. This service offers substantial time and money savings. 6 7 067
Herborn is the central location for outstanding ideas from all the world s markets, and is our research and development site. Herborn is also the largest production site for our compact enclosures. 2 Rittershausen Rittal s birthplace, and the production site for all large enclosure systems. New techniques have been developed here for manufacturing the ri-volutionary profile of the new TS8 modular enclosure system, the platform for a broad, future-oriented application range. 3 The factory in Burbach concentrates on the production of large enclosures (free-standing enclosures and bayed modular systems) and accessory components. 3 2 068
Rittal in Germany Rittal draws on the technological expertise of entire regions. At the heart of Rittal s success are innovations consistently tailored to market requirements, embracing the product range, the production techniques and our services. Specialist expertise is concentrated at each of our sites, using state-of-theart production techniques. Each day, we produce thousands of products whose quality and perfection are a constant source of satisfaction and delight to our customers worldwide. 4 Climate control is a decisive safety factor in modern factory automation. In order to meet these growing requirements, the Rittal climate control factory in Rennerod has been fitted in accordance with the latest criteria. 5 Rittal Wissenbach specializes in the production of stainless steel enclosures and cases. Corrosion protection and hygiene particularly for the chemical and food production industries are the focus in Wissenbach. 6 Rittal Bad Köstritz utilizes its knowledge of steel processing for the versatile components of enclosure interior installation. Customerspecific solutions are also realized here. 4 5 6 7 7 The new Rittal logistics center in Haiger is an ideal location, with excellent highway routes and rail links. CS Outdoor enclosures, with an emphasis on mobile communications applications, are developed and produced here. 069
Rittal in Asia and Australia China is a key market for Rittal. The domestic market is booming, the regional proximity to Japan also offers a host of benefits, and the presence of multinational companies is constantly growing. For this reason, we also manufacture in China according to popular international standards, in one of the most modern enclosure and case production plants in the world. The Indian economy is also showing impressive growth rates. In order to ensure that products are available within the shortest possible time, we have been producing enclosures and climate control components to international standards in India since 997, for distribution throughout Asia and Australia. 070
2 3 4 Since 998, a Rittal subsidiary in Japan has been offering customized solution diversity. The modification center with state-ofthe-art machinery and a flexible assembly team achieves customized requirements with speed and perfection, as well as offering integration of system accessories. Four locations with more than 6000 m 2 (65,000 ft 2 or.5 acres) of storage space ensure market proximity and availability. At the modification center in Rittal Australia, mechanical modifications are carried out, and special panels and paints are produced. These services are a perfect representation of the Rittal concept, individual solutions on the basis of standard modules. 2 Since November 2000, Rittal Shanghai, China has supplied the Chinese market, which already has a successfully established distribution network. Apart from industrial enclosures and cases, the focus is also on products for the IT market. At the Rittal production site in Doddaballapur, India standardized enclosures and cases are mass-produced for the large Asian market. Here too, Rittal offers its renowned international customer service, as well as local advice and expertise. Rittal Handbook 3 3 4
Rittal in Europe and the USA Europe: In Plymouth, England, the main focus is on enclosure technologies for electronics. Effective cooling is the theme of our plant in Valeggio, Italy. There, chiller systems with cooling outputs of up to 72 kw (587,4 BTU) leave the factory, either as standard products or manufactured to individual specifications. With its favorable location, the Ertop plant in France supplies high-tech application sectors with packaging products. Meanwhile, in the USA: State-of-the-art, the sales-oriented production plant in Urbana, Ohio serves the markets on the American continent. Here, the emphasis is on speed and meeting customer-specific requirements. 2 Rittal products for modern electronic packaging leave the Rittal plant in Plymouth, England for distribution around the world. System climate control is the theme of the Rittal plant in Valeggio, Italy. In 2003 a brand new production line commenced operation, producing chiller systems, air conditioners, heat exchangers and filter-fan units on an area of 9500 m 2. One particular strength is the production of customized chiller systems. 3 On a production and administration site of 8700 m 2 (2 acres), products for discerning applications are manufactured, as well as providing a comprehensive customer service. Integrated 482.6 mm (9 ) solutions and enclosures for the aviation and aerospace industries are just some of the specialities of the Rittal plant in Ertop, France. 4 The Rittal production and distribution center at Urbana, OH, USA serves the entire American market with modern, salesoriented production and distribution control. Here, predominantly large enclosures, PC enclosure systems and TopTherm cooling units are produced on an approximately 20000 m 2 (5 acres) site. The connected logistics center serves the entire US market. 2 3 072
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