Mobile beer crate with standard parts from norelem
   
As part of a student project, graduates of the mechanical engineering/production technology specialisation course at the DHBW Stuttgart designed a very special vehicle: a mobile ‘beer crate’. In order to save costs, custom parts were largely dispensed with and standardised components were used instead. While searching for the necessary standardised parts, the team came across norelem. At the AMB show, the head of the norelem Academy, Martin Ahner, then pointed out the possibility of sponsorship, and eventually a variety of norelem components were used in the project.

The motor drives a shaft via a chain. This shaft transmits its force to the wheels and the hub of the belt brake with the help of keyless locking couplings. Deep groove ball bearings ensure that the shaft is guided stably and that the radial and axial forces are well absorbed. The thrust bearing blocks hold everything in the correct position.

The steering column can be easily turned using the handlebars. This movement is then transferred to the angle joints, which activate the steering system. The shoulder screws, which are connected with a nut and washer, enable precise and play-free steering. Because the fitting bolts are inclined backwards by 15°, angle joints are used to compensate for any angular displacements. This means that steering remains comfortable and reliable - all that is missing is the matching beer crate panelling with cover and this original vehicle is ready for use.