Man sits relaxed in the office next to his room air filter

AL-KO - Germ-free air flows out of the room sculpture

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Medical products, Consumer goods, Home automation

The filter system creates healthy air, the room sculpture attracts attention. What seems to have nothing to do with each other, BUSSE combines in the AL-KO PURE air purifier to a fascinating solution to the problem of air purification - fundamentally redefined in technology and design.

Because a room air filter works best freestanding, you can not simply hide it. However, if the design is right, then the filter system becomes a lifestyle product that decorates any room. BUSSE took up this challenge from AL-KO Therm when developing the PURE air purifier, whereby its function and effect were predetermined.

The result is convincing due to its functional elegance and neutral design, which can be adapted to different interior designs as well as to customer-specific wishes. Light effects at the head of the unit provide information about the operating status and turn it into a stylish design object. The round, transparent shape is reminiscent of air flowing through it; after all, the device cleans 130 m3 of air per hour in five stages from bacteria, viruses, VOCs, spores, dust and pollen, reduces the ozone content and frees it from unwanted odors.

Its unique and patented function produces an almost 100 percent germ-free air, as measurements prove. AL-KO Pure renders harmless volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that escape as odor gases hazardous to health, for example from carpets, furniture or textiles - a clear competitive advantage. Thus AL-KO Therm offers not only a chic lifestyle product but a technical novelty with demonstrably high benefits for health and well-being.

Throughout the development process, the BUSSE team worked closely with AL-KO's specialist departments, such as electronics development, test laboratory, marketing and assembly. BUSSE's services included the mechanical configuration of the sterilizer and the development of all components until they were ready for series production, the design from the initial idea to the CAD 3D draft, and the intuitive membrane keypad (user interface).

AL-KO also relied on BUSSE's experience in prototype construction. In addition, BUSSE provided valuable technical support for arrangements with suppliers and quality assurance, sometimes even in person in China.

AL-KO Luft- und Klimatechnik in Jettingen-Scheppach near Augsburg is a subsidiary of the international AL-KO Kober SE group of companies. With 50 locations and 4,200 employees worldwide, AL-KO Kober is one of the leading suppliers in the fields of vehicle technology, garden equipment and air technology. Founded in 1931, the medium-sized family-owned company is managed in the third generation by CEO Stefan Kober.

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Child and mother are in the nursery, with the room air filter behind them

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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.