Since 40 years BRITA optimize the quality of water with its filter systems. The reduction of the carbon related hardness and heavy metals caused by household installation leads to untroubled enjoyment.

The development of the "PURITY C" was influenced by a high technical complexity and a precise requirement with regard to user handling. ahape defined in cooperation with BRITA new functions and characteristics for the new filter cartridge.

Project implementation: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH and Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

ahape has developed a modular and flexible docking station for Sirona Dental Systems, an international leader in dental equipment.
The SIROdoc keeps the handpieces and optical fiber take-up close at hand and securely held. The fiber take-up can be set up for right- and left-handed users and the SIROdoc can be fitted to any SIROLaser unit.

ahape supported Sirona Dental Systems with the idea, industrial design and engineering services. SIROdoc got off on the right foot at the IDS fair in Cologne.

Project management: Eckhard Ruoff, ahape GmbH and
Joachim Peuckert, Produktentwicklung Peuckert

The workstation includes as a unit the knife, the blades and the tools for changing the blades. Additionally, the workstation offers a storage container to dispose the blades securely. The workstation consists of a die casting part with plastic body. It can be tightly screwed at the workstation for secure handling. The workstation for MOZART AG was awarded with iF design award in 2007.

Project implementation: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH and Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

All components and assemblies of the new water filter jug were designed and constructed by the ahape partner bluequest Product Engineering.
The exact tolerance of the free-formed surfaces was particularly important to keep the demanded impermeability. At the same time the new water jug Maxtra was optimized, which led to a new patent. It is handled more simply and more securely and filter qualities improved around 20%.

Project management: Eckhard Ruoff, ahape GmbH and
Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

In the construction phase we optimized PocketStar and its component parts in all design aspects. It was particularly important to test how the striking opening mechanism and the ensuing trajectory of the keys actually functioned, as well as the material that we planned to use.

Project management: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH

The development of the deco knife is an innovative idea that uniquely combines the die-cast metal with a plastic coating.

The deco knife has a comfortable partly soft plastic coating that that shows a high-quality appearance. The pleasing ergonomic offers fatigue-free operations coupled with a safe and secure change of blades.

Project implementation: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH and Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

In the development of this 4th generation fin-box rail system for surfboards particular importance was placed on an easy-to-use fins. This includes integrated slide systems and, depending on the type of board, a dual axle rail system. The patented rail system has an intelligent, movable fulcrum to make handling easy: when beginning to unfold it has an energy-saving leverage, at the end a swift, high leverage.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

In addition to the design work we also conducted the pre-construction of the new cases. The material, surfaces, dimensions and construction features of the existing Systainer were transferred to the Maxi- and MiniSystainer. Stability and functionality were assessed on the basis of prototypes and stereo lithography templates.

Project management: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH

Development of a docking station for testing wafer samples in the computer industry. When the docking station is opened, various linear and rotary movements are conducted to guarantee optimum insertion and extraction of the test unit.

Project management: Michael Schmidt, SIC

A combined drinks holder for the interior of the Maybach limousine was developed for Firma Fischer Automotive Systems. A choice of receptacle to hold two beakers or two champagne flutes and a bottle of champagne can be extracted. The champagne flutes are easy to remove, but remain clicked in their position when the car brakes. For Seeber we developed the kinematics for the flaps and the glove box in the back of the car. We produced the prototypes for these ourselves.

Project management: Michael Schmidt, SIC

Design and construction of a protective cover for DVDs with a new mounting head for improved-handling. The generous, raised pressure point ensures that the DVD assumes a comfortable position for removal purposes.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

By means of the logical advancement of a 6th generation windsurf masthead there emerged a patented fast-attachment masthead with shock absorbing torsion bars. The adjustment unit for the mast is integrated in an ergonomically improved, large-surface clamping lever. To improve handling, the grip space was extended to the beam.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

Construction of a suspension set for the back wheel of a full-suspension mountain bike. The Excenter set with the wedge compression enables a stiffer frame as well as wheel distance and height of the crankshaft to be adjusted to suit the individual rider.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

Development of an adjustable mast base system for securing the rig on surfboards. For the first time ever the ergonomics were improved considerably by the use of an integrated 4-fold pulley system. A so-called quick release makes it easy for users to remove the rig from the surfboard. Particular importance was placed on making it resistant to dirt. The large grip enables simple adjustment and distributes the high loads during use equally over the board.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

We developed a new system to identify the exact valve position. You can see the switched armature position from far away and from all sides very well. Also switching positions of three-way armatures can be indicated. With only one bottom part (left, right, inside and outside) the signal box can be adapted to all standardized pinion projections (vertical adjustment) and mounting dimensions.

Project management: Michael Schmidt, SIC

Minimal weight and maximum sturdiness were important in the construction of all cutlery pieces. In order to achieve this, precise highly detailed work with regard to thickness, radius and handle design was required. Using stereo lithography templates it was possible to test stability, sturdiness and ergonomics.

Project management: Mark Namur, bluequest Product Engineering

Development of a foldbox for industrial usage, which should be simple to build up and fold again. The purpose should include the trend of door-to-door transports. Basis for the construction were the experiences with the existing foldbox generation with the size of 600 x 400 mm. Designing details were among other things the grasp construction and the locking mechanism.

Project management: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH and
Martin Topel, Topel and Pauser Industrial Design

Construction of an attachable hairdryer jet that enables the hair to be dried particularly gently by means of a new method of air distribution.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

In intensive co-operation with the company Stratec was developed a full automat for blood group serology. Strips with the patient’s blood test are inserted in the equipment. Automatically start several treatments such as vibrating, rotating, cooling, rinses and warming up. With a CCD camera the results are evaluated and stored together with the patient data in the system.

Project management: Michael Schmidt, SIC

Design and construction of a full-suspension torsion-proof and light mountain bike frame. So as to achieve optimum-weight sturdiness the frame’s geometry is based on a triangle. The triangular rear suspension set features a single axle over the crankshaft for low maintenance and boasts bounce-reducing characteristics during use.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

Based on the pre-defined pivotal points the existing immobilization brake was revamped in terms of design and construction. As a result, several metal parts were able to be replaced by better value plastic elements. The innovation: an integrated single-hand brake that functions by means of an optional Bowden control.

Project management: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH

Complete product design of fans for bath, WC or kitchen. A development of ahape’s partner bluequest Product Engeneering.

Project management: Marc Namur, bluequest Product Engineering GmbH

In addition to the entire design process we also conducted implementation of the project. This involved the CAD construction of the articles, technical drawings, important material and sturdiness tests as well as monitoring the mass production of all tableware pieces. Continuous functional tests using stereo lithography templates as well as a test flight from Frankfurt to Houston with pre-production pieces enabled the pieces to be optimized and go into mass production without a hitch.

Project management: Herbert Pauser, ahape GmbH

Long-time experience and extensive capabilities in the field of technical products are the basis for our developments. We construct complex geometries and components, adjust manufacturing process with suppliers and monitor your project to the start of production.

In view of optimal results we use ProE, Catia, SolidDesigner and SolidWorks and provide any data exchange format.