There’s a Name for Door Systems. Bode.

There’s a Name for Door Systems. Bode.

www.bode-kassel.com
© Gebr. Bode, Kassel

TABLE OF CONTENTS 4|5
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Our innovative energy 8|9
means your project is fit for the future. 10 |11
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State-of-the-Art
is our trademark at Bode. 14 | 15

Bode quality management. 16 | 17
You can rely on it.
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Our service is constructive. 20 | 21
We will always find the right solution for you.

A smart move.
Door systems by Bode.
Rail Division

Busses have a future.
Thanks to Bode, progress won’t pass them by.
Bus Division

The automotive business can forge ahead.
The key is precision in every sector.
Automotive Division

The history of Bode.
Bode has left its mark on the entire industry.

Door systems by Bode
are opening and closing all over the world.

Dr. Ernst Raphael,
Chief Executive Officer
“We set standards that give our customers
a technical edge.”

Our innovative energy
means your project is fit for the future

Our customers know that Bode is the right choice A strong group is your guarantee for progress and
Door systems require expertise, and no company offers such sustainability
a broad array of innovative products and services as Bode. Bode is a member of the Schaltbau Group, a leading provider
You can count on Bode to be in the technical forefront, now of technical components and systems for the transportation
and in the future. industry. We leverage the financial strength of Schaltbau
Holding AG in our strategy. That, in turn, benefits our
That’s why we maintain good long-term business customers by increasing the value and the longevity of their
relationships vehicles.
Lots of major companies that require door systems are Bode
customers. They remain loyal to us because we guarantee 4|5
that our products are of the highest quality and durability.
The human factor also plays an important role here. Our
team is thoughtful, passionate and pleasant to work with.

We welcome the challenge of meeting your highest
expectations
All of our development work and a large part of our manu-
facturing is made in Germany. This way, we can ensure
the extremely high quality of Bode solutions.

Andreas Pellegrini,
Head of Development & Testing
“We’re the only ones to cover every vehicle segment:
rail, busses and automobiles.
The synergies we generate make us highly efficient”.

State-of-the-Art
is our trademark at Bode

We’re ahead because we learn from each other Bode’s customers can rest assured that they’re getting
Lots of people talk about synergies. Our customers benefit State-of-the-Art technology
from them. Bode is the only company to be certified in every We have over 150 patents or pending patents to our name,
type of vehicle door system. The synergies between rail, bus and more are on the way. That puts our door systems at the
and automobile mean that our development work proceeds head of the class. One decisive factor is that we do our
a lot more quickly than at other companies. Our customers, development work in Germany - it’s your guarantee for
in turn, benefit from this efficiency. excellence. Our sizable development department is organized
and equipped so that it can always come up with new and
We’ve been setting the standard – for decades better ideas. In fact, the German state of Hessen has awarded
Bode’s technology dominates our field of business. One Bode its Hessian Champion prize for innovation.
example is an invention from 1968 that‘s so good that it is
still in use today all over the world in nearly its original form – 6|7
the tried-and-true pneumatic jackscrew for bus doors. Or the
pressurized doors that we know from the German high-speed
train, the ICE. Bode designed them in the 1980’s for the
German railway system, Deutsche Bahn. But the innovation
doesn’t stop there: recent inventions include BIDS (the Bode
Innovative Door System) for trains and CADS (Compact
All-round Drive System) for bus doors.

Hans-Joachim Kruss, Heinz-Peter Resch,
Head of Quality Management Plant Manager

„We work together efficiently. That allows us to assure high quality
and offers our customers added value”.

Bode quality management.
You can rely on it.

Our customers can testify to the high standard The best prerequisites for manufacturing high-quality,
of Bode door systems long-lived products
It goes without saying that we adhere to German and inter- We practice pre-emptive quality assurance, whether it’s
national standards and regulations, and we’ve got the reliability forecasts or promoting the health and safety of our
certifications to prove it. Since regular feedback is an integral workers. Still other factors are ultra-modern control methods,
part of quality assurance, we involve our customers. Their self-guided systems and lean production processes. We don’t
system, process and product audits confirm, time and again, buy improvements; we think them out ourselves. Day in, day
our superior standard of quality. out. Our efficiency gains benefit our customers again and
again.
Excellent quality thanks to excellent people
We’re proud of our team of more than 1,100 associates It is essential that our door systems are convenient
worldwide. In fact, they are best in class. Our trainees score and safe
better on tests, Bode employees benefit from excellent We are very picky when it comes to selecting our suppliers.
opportunities for continuing education, and everyone contri- We insist on individual quality-assurance agreements. We
butes to the improvement process. Experts from different employ the latest testing technology, from 3D measuring
areas complement each other perfectly. At Bode, we work machines to continuous-operation test benches to assure the
in an atmosphere of trust and respect that enhances all- dependability and quality of our entry systems.
around performance.

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Uwe Müller,
Head of the Service Centre
“Not only are we proficient. Our customers tell us
that they enjoy doing business with us”.

Our service is constructive.
We will always find the right solution for you.

Our service will contribute to the success Training insures that you get your money’s worth
of your project Vehicles and doors systems that are well maintained are
Our customers know, right from the start, that nothing less reliable; and, they have a long service life. That’s why we
than their complete satisfaction will do for us. Our team offer a training programme that will enable your maintenance
will service your vehicles anywhere in the world, throughout staff to keep your door systems operating for a long time to
the entire lifecycle, from installing door systems to come.
refurbishing entire fleets. If you need spare parts, be
assured that they will be available - in original quality - We enjoy working on projects
for decades to come. We believe in a fair partnership. Our customers sense that;
and they turn to us when they are facing a challenge, big
Our service provides added value for our customers or small. We will always be there to provide advice and we
Bode’s service staff will help you find the best solution on value your suggestions for improvement. This cooperation
site so that you can optimize your door systems. We offer helps us to refine our products to suit your needs.
this service anytime, anyplace.

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Thomas Giebisch,
Head of the Rail Division
“Being on time is a virtue, both for railways and for Bode.
That’s why we deliver our solutions on time”.

A smart move.
Door systems by Bode.

We’re at your service, and not just for high-speed trains High availability for rail transport the world over
As varied as the jobs are that we do, they all have one thing A special control unit controls and monitors Bode’s entry
in common: smooth operation is essential for any project to systems so that they work flawlessly. The control unit
succeed. That’s why Bode doesn‘t just offer top quality. We connects to data-bus systems in the train, creating a clear
also provide on-time delivery and ease of installation, thanks interface for the entire entry system. What’s more, Bode
to pre-assembled components. offers you a diagnostic system in the language of your end
users. All in all, these features help our customers keep their
A single source for whatever our customers want systems up and running.
Bode designs and delivers entry systems for practically any
kind of train, be it single or double-panel swinging-sliding
doors (Bode Innovative Door System) for streetcars, under-
ground, commuter and high-speed trains; or sliding-door
systems (Bode Metro System) for local train service.
If needed, they can be equipped with assisted entry (BISS)
in the form of sliding or folding steps and ramps for the
handicapped.

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Alfons Harding,
Head of the Bus Division
“Bode’s entry systems are king of the road in many different countries.
Why’s that? Quite simply: they’re convenient and they’re safe“.

Busses have a future.
Thanks to Bode, progress won’t pass them by.

Bode systems make it easy right from the start You’ve already had plenty of good experience
Our customers' projects are often quite complex. Bode facili- with Bode
tates the solutions. We will support you from the initial Just about any time you’ve boarded a coach, you will have
concept, through mass production, all the way to spare-parts encountered a Bode patent – anywhere in the world. We’re
service. We actively simplify your job, which is why we are not content to rest on our laurels, though. We have developed
the development partner of every leading bus manufacturer the next generation of door-drive technology for busses -
in Europe. the all electric Compact All-round Drive System (CADS).

Bode bus doors save money. We show bus manufacturers a better way
It’s built into the system. A better use of space, enhanced safety, and a more efficient
We know our customers’ needs in detail because we work use of energy – the revolutionary CADS (Compact All-round
closely with them. We will always come up with the ideal Drive System) is integrated entirely into the pivot post of the
solution for you. Our approach involves the consistent door system, giving you more design possibilities. The system
application of standardization and our customers can count is extremely robust and needs low maintenance. An optional
on their systems to work lastingly and reliably. anti-vandalism feature allows you to avoid long downtimes
and high repair costs. The complete electrical drive system
makes energy-intensive compressed air unnecessary.

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Klaus Missing,
Head of the Automotive Division
“Our customers’ competitiveness also depends on how good
their suppliers are. That’s what makes Bode so successful“.

The automotive business can forge ahead.
The key is precision in every sector.

Use Bode’s top technology to enhance the appeal We’re easy to work with and we deliver on time
of your automobiles You can schedule production with confidence because Bode
A first-class concept is fine, but it isn’t worth much unless it works rapidly and reliably. Our superior logistics and flexible
is also implemented in first-class performance. That’s why assembly-line manufacturing allow us to deliver precisely
customers love working with Bode on sliding doors. We don’t when you need our components. At no extra cost.
just come up with innovations; we implement them as well.
Bode sliding doors will help make your car a success, thanks
to ultra-precise manufacturing and ease of operation.

Our gear systems give you total flexibility
Bode has been an innovative partner of the automotive
industry for over 50 years. Our experience allows us to provide
exactly what our customers need. Require a special solution?
Got some exacting specifications? Want to anticipate future
developments to ensure that your doors remain state of the
art? Bode is ideally equipped to meet all those needs.

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Ortwin Ewig,
Head of Training
37 years at Bode

“One of our strengths is that our roots run deep.
It allows us to come up with the greatest ideas”.

The history of Bode.
Bode has left its mark on the entire industry.

Innovation and history go hand in hand at Bode

1882 1968 1981 1985 1995 1996
Casseler Waggonfabriken Gebr. Bode North America, New company headquarters Stake in BODO Bode Dogrusan, Certified
by Wegmann, Harkort & Co. Bode & Co. GmbH Spartanburg SC, in Ochshaeuser Str. 14, Bursa, Turkey according to
is established is established USA is established Kassel DIN EN ISO 9001
The Bode Group is acquired
by Schaltbau AG

1932 1955 1968 1986 1992
Supplies the Designs door Develops the pneumatic Develops pressurized Develops the first electric
doors for the mountings for jackscrew drive for bus doors for high-speed swinging-sliding plug door
Berlin S-Bahn delivery vans doors trains (ICE 1) for rail vehicles

We have a tradition at Bode of making good things better
In the early 1930’s, as Kassel was developing into a centre of the transportation industry, Casseler Waggonfabriken von Wegmann,
Harkort & Co. was one of the city’s pre-eminent enterprises. This was the predecessor to Gebr. Bode & Co. GmbH which,
beginning in 1968, specialised in vehicle doors. Our typical structure as a mid-sized enterprise makes us so flexible and efficient
that we are able to react to the ever-changing demands of our customers whenever necessary.

1997 2004 2005 2007 2011 Stake in RDS Rail Door Solutions 2012
Joint venture Certified Stake in RFWW Certified Bode Korea Co., Ltd., Seoul, Ltd., Milton Keynes, UK Bode Zustiegssysteme GmbH,
is established according to RAWAG Sp.z.o.o., according to South Korea is established Kassel is established
in China ISO TS 16949 Rawicka, Poland IRIS

Shenyang Bode Transportation Awarded the State of Hessen’s
Equipment Co., Ltd., Shenyang, “Hessen Champion 2011”
China is established prize for innovation

1998 2005 2008 2010 2012
Develops Development of Develops the CADS for Develops the BMS (Bode Metro System) Develops the BIDS-BHS
the electric the BIDS Sliding inward swinging and electrical sliding plug system Electrical sliding plug door
AL-Ramp Plug Door outward swinging doors
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Develops the Linear-
Sliding door for van
box-bodies

Dirk Löchner,
General Manager of Gebr. Bode & Co. Beteiligungsges. mbH
and member of the Board of the Schaltbau Holding AG
“Tell me where you are right now, and I’ll tell you that Bode people
and door systems are right nearby as well”.

Door systems by Bode
are opening and closing all over the world.

Headquarters Germany
Gebr. Bode GmbH & Co.KG
Ochshaeuser Str. 14
D-34123 Kassel
Phone +49 (0) 561/50 09-0
Fax +49 (0) 561/549 43
[email protected]
www.bode-kassel.com

Great Britian Poland China

Germany

Turkey
USA

Korea

Being in demand all over the globe demands a global presence
We service customers all over the world. That’s the only way that we can meet our high expectations as well as those of our
customers. Play it safe and entrust your projects to us. You’ll gain efficiency and you’ll benefit by our international network of local
manufacturing facilities as well as sales and service offices.

Subsidiaries and affiliates Sales representatives

■ Bode Korea Co., Ltd. (KR) ■ Austria ■ Japan
■ Bode North America, INC. (US) ■ Croatia ■ Malaysia
■ Bode Zustiegssysteme GmbH (D) ■ France ■ Portugal
■ BODO Bode Dogrusan Otomotiv Yan San ve TIC A.S. (TR) ■ Hong Kong ■ Singapore
■ Rail Door Solutions Ltd. (GB) ■ Hungary ■ Spain
■ Rawag Sp. z.o.o. (PL) ■ Israel ■ Sweden
■ Shenyang Bode Transportation Equipment Co., Ltd. (CN) ■ Italy ■ Czech Republic

The contact information of our subsidiaries, affiliates and Sales representatives is available
on our homepage: www.bode-kassel.com

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Ochshaeuser Str. 14
D-34123-Kassel

Picture Credits
With the kind approval and support of the

■ Bombardier Transportation GmbH, Berlin (Germany)
■ Deutsche Bahn AG (Germany)
■ EvoBus GmbH and Mercedes-Benz Minibus GmbH

Companies of the Daimler AG, Stuttgart (Germany)
■ Hyundai Rotem Company (South Korea)
■ MAN Nutzfahrzeuge AG, Munich (Germany)
■ Patentes Talgo S.L. (Spain)
■ Photographer Felix Wachsmuth, Berlin (Germany)
■ Photographer Jochen Tack, Essen (Germany)
■ SAXAS Nutzfahrzeuge Werdau AG, Werdau (Germany)
■ Siemens AG Transportation Systems, Erlangen (Germany)
■ Solaris Bus & Coach S.A. (Poland)
■ Stadler Rail AG (Switzerland)
■ Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg (Germany)

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Gebr. Bode GmbH & Co.KG
Ochshaeuser Str. 14
D-34123 Kassel
Phone +49 (0) 561/50 09-0
Fax +49 (0) 561/549 43
[email protected]
www.bode-kassel.com

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