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ECHLE -PROTECTOR E4

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PROTECTOR E4 – maximum cab protection for construction machinery

ECHLE and BUSSE have collaborated to develop a completely new concept in cab protection for construction machinery.

The PROTECTOR E4 is the most promising generation of FOPS protective structures to date. FOPS stands for Falling Object Protective Structure, which is specific to this industry. The advantages are more than convincing: the basis of any protection is safety, which has been tested and certified according to ISO 10262 Category 2 for the patented PROTECTOR E4. The grille is mounted on existing screw-on points on the cab and can therefore be installed without additional preparation or great effort. A hinged grille on the roof allows unrestricted cleaning of the roof window, which provides more light in the cab.

But that's not the only innovation that has a positive effect on visibility: each individual grille bar is aligned with the line of sight, enabling optimum all-round visibility. Thanks to the customised shape of the protective structure for each cab, the height of the PROTECTOR E4 can be reduced to a minimum of 40 mm. Where strength and skill were previously required, gas pressure springs now ensure effortless and assisted swivelling of the front grille from the ground or the cab.

The involvement of BUSSE allowed further perspectives such as industrial design, ergonomics and user-centred considerations to be incorporated into the development process in the form of workshops. This resulted in a significant leap forward in terms of added value for the user.

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The side view of the Echle Protector.
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The echle protector from the front.

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Our expertise is not only proven by 400+ awards, but also by the enthusiasm of our customers.

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Calistair

"We were particularly impressed by the enthusiasm and technical creativity of the Busse employees. The atmosphere in the project was characterized by professional looseness and great agility. We turned an idea into a finished product in 4 months!"

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Thyssenkrupp

"As an experienced design partner, BUSSE offers everything from a single source. Creative design solutions, prototyping through to small series production and UX design for software. The solution approaches and methods through to implementation always lead to a result that perfectly meets the requirements."

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Sigel

„The collaboration with the entire project team was always goal-oriented, constructive and pleasant in terms of communication. Mr. Timm and his project team always kept the functional and safety requirements in mind and understood what is also important to us in product development: can-do mentality, agile mindset as well as flexibility and efficiency in all project situations."

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Prinoth

„BUSSE is our design game-changer for snow groomers! Their UI/UX team elevates not only icons and layout but the entire user experience to a new level. Clear operation turns every ride into a pleasure. Reliable from development to series production, BUSSE is by our side. Their interface, based on precise product research, simplifies operation. Flexible, forward-thinking, and reliable – BUSSE is our satisfaction guarantee!"

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Mikron

"With BUSSE as a sparring partner, we were able to successfully work out a brand-defining design for our latest products that was appropriate for the target group. BUSSE understood our internal company processes very well and was therefore able to deliver optimal results. Deadlines were always met, you can rely on BUSSE. Anytime again!"

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Keller

"We were positively surprised by the collaboration with BUSSE in that the focus was not solely on the appearance of our product, but rather on the interplay of economical manufacturing solutions, optimized ergonomics and a functional design. The result now impresses with a coherent, unprecedented design concept."

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Britax Römer

„Child seats are not only visually complex but also technically demanding. Our longstanding partnership with BUSSE turns development into a creative experience. Design sprints and a versatile selection matrix relieve engineers, minimize time-consuming iterations. We appreciate BUSSE for their timely implementations despite limited resources. The collaboration is not only effective but also truly enjoyable!"

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Infinite Running

„What impressed me right from the start was the incorporation of many innovative ideas that led to a result that is now ready for the market. Despite patented hurdles, design concepts were fine-tuned and refined until a turnkey concept for prototypes and a near-series maturity was achieved."

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Hammer

"BUSSE has been the perfect partner for us to develop new and innovative ideas for over fifteen years. BUSSE offers a very high level of professionalism and a first-class understanding of the brand. The team has completely internalized the high standards of our projects and with exceptional creativity, as well as full dedication, has helped us to set new trends. Many of our bestsellers bear BUSSE hallmarks."

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Darda

„From the outset, BUSSE embraced our technical wishes and constraints, weaving them into a cohesive product. Their craftsmanship is impressive, making the collaboration not only enjoyable but also an inspiring process due to their expertise. It's a partnership that seamlessly blends creativity with professionalism."

Das moderne BUSSE DESIGN+ENGINEERING Headquarter mit großen Glasfenstern wird von innen beleuchtet und hebt sich vom dunkler werdenden Himmel während der Dämmerung ab. Das Bild zeigt architektonisches Design und natürliche Beleuchtungseffekte.