Böllhoff - Fasteners and C-Parts

Böllhoff is a leading system supplier and international service provider for fastening and assembly technology. Böllhoff do their own production and development; and are a recognised partner to railcar manufactures and their suppliers. Be it fasteners, C-parts management or technical application consultancy, the Böllhoff name stands for innovative and reliable solutions.

The headquarters of this family business, with four generations of history, is in Bielefeld. Böllhoff is a company which operates worldwide, with over 2,000 employees.

SCREW FASTENERS, RIVETS… PRODUCTS FROM A-Z

Variety is our aim. Our products include more than 100,000 articles, from the standard screw according to DIN/ISO up to individual customer applications. Our comprehensive catalogue includes products from other leading producers. Products from EJOT, NORDLOCK, Fischer/UPAT etc. provide the necessary security, in the area between design and application conditions.

Whether it is screws, fasteners or rivets, we offer custom solutions of the highest quality. We are supported by a close-knit distribution network, which ensures close proximity to customers. This enables us to offer a particularly attractive ratio of price, availability and quality.

Customer benefits at a glance:

• Quality management certified to IRIS (International Railway Industry Standard)
• Q1 supplier to Deutsche Bahn AG
• Acceptance tests as per 3.1 EN 10204 and 3.2 EN 10204
• Quality management certified to ISO/TS 16949:2002
• Environmental management certified to DIN EN ISO 14001
• Successful cooperation with leading railway manufacturers
• Cross-national presence

ECOSIT® - LOGISTICS SERVICES

Under the name ECOSIT® (Economic Supply in Time) Böllhoff has established a supply and stocking system, for added efficiency and cost effectiveness. Böllhoff manages the entire supply chain for its customers: material planning, buying, quality assurance, storage and the internal distribution of goods, right through to the production and maintenance area.

ECOSIT® makes processes in the railway industry permanently more reliable and simple, by reducing the number of suppliers and ensuring 100% supply capability.

Customer benefits at a glance:

• Reduction in supplier diversity
• Improvement of internal processes
• Re-assignment of planning, scheduling and procurement
• Reduction in administrative effort
• Reduction in stocks, storage space and capital commitment
• 100% supply capability
• Standardisation and optimisation of C-parts

ECOTECH - TECHNICAL APPLICATION CONSULTANCY

The ECOTECH service (Economic Technical Engineering) allows railcar manufacturers and suppliers to benefit from technical advice from Böllhoff engineers. Their industrial know-how and advice covers all areas of fastener technology, corrosion protection and screw retention.

The simultaneous standardisation and optimisation of fasteners in the development stage simplifies assembly and reduces tool costs. In view of the ever faster technological development and the increased competitive pressure, this service is a crucial advantage in the railway industry.

Customer benefits at a glance:

• Innovation management thanks to in-house research and development
• Individual application-based advice
• In-house prototype construction and testing grounds
• In-house test laboratory accredited to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025
• Development partnerships with companies and research institutes
• Awareness of future trends

ECOLINE® - ONLINE SUPPLY CHAIN

Global markets demand a fast and integrated flow of information. With the ECOLINE® e-business solution, we have established an online platform for efficient supply chains. A customer-specific EDI connection, electronic catalogues and the online shop are some of the key components of efficient electronic communication.

BOLLHOFF INTERNATIONAL

Böllhoff International has companies in Austria, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Poland, Romania, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United Kingdom and the USA.

In addition to these 22 countries, Böllhoff supports its international customers in other important industrial markets in close partnership with agents and dealers.