Aerospace and defence – solutions for intralogistics and production

Enjoy maximum flexibility and reliability in defence production and the aerospace industry. With item, your material supply and production operations are equipped for all challenges. Benefit from the expertise of the pioneer in building kit systems for industrial applications. 

Modular factory equipment engineering for the defense industry and aerospace

We have been offering high-quality, modular aluminium profile technology since 1976. Our modular building kit system now includes over 4500 mutually compatible components for building flexible factory equipment such as work benches, material trolleys and maintenance stairways. A wide range of services, free online tools and 12 branches located throughout Germany make item the ideal partner for the aerospace defense industry.

 

Aluminium vs. steel in the defence industry

Companies operating in the defence industry need flexible, scalable, robust and reliable solutions for intralogistics and production. Although steel offers excellent stability, steel frames cannot be modified at a later point in time. Aluminium is much lighter, but still very strong, and aluminium profiles also ensure maximum flexibility. Screws instead of welds – thanks to our modular fasteners, you can extend constructions at any time or dismantle them and reuse the profiles for your next project.

All steps involved in connecting together aluminium profiles can be carried out by a single mechanic with no specialist training. This reduces dependencies, speeds up changeover processes and cuts costs. 

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Building aerospace defence prototypes – rapid online design and delivery within 48 hours

Use the intuitive item Engineeringtool for free to save time and design your project in your browser. Our guarantee to give you planning certainty – no matter where you are in Germany, you will receive our standard products within 48 hours. 

Sample solutions for work benches

Explore our sample solutions for ergonomic workstations – such as heavy-duty work benches for the defence industry. Use the preconfigured sample applications as they are or as a starting point for your own designs.  

Sample solutions for stairways and platforms

From an assembly or work platform to a bridge comprising two stairways and a platform – discover inspiring examples for standard-compliant maintenance and assembly applications that are perfect for the aerospace industry. 

Sample solutions for transport trolleys

A sure way of reducing throughput times in aerospace defence – based on sample applications, you can find out about the many different options for using item products to build bespoke trolleys and transport racks. 

Aerospace and defence – delivery reliability and standard-compliant solutions from item

Over the decades, we have built up a portfolio of specific services to offer you targeted support with the challenges you face. In defence production and related sectors, you can rely on our proven 99 percent delivery rate and continuous availability promise. Thanks to the quality, flexibility and scalability of the item Building Kit System, you can adapt your standard-compliant solutions to new requirements or product variants in next to no time.

 
Stability: As an owner-operated business with a success story that stretches back decades, item is all about dependability and trusting partnerships. 
Delivery reliability: Forward-looking planning and a network of suppliers throughout Europe guarantee security of supply, even in times of crisis.
Future-proof solutions: You can be certain that the item products you are currently using will continue to be available and will also be compatible with future new item products.
Premium quality: The consistently high production quality of the pioneer in building kit systems for industrial applications provides an excellent basis for CE, AQAP and STANAG conformity.
Documentation and training: Our comprehensive catalogues, product data and project documentation and our free customer training meet official requirements.

Maximum flexibility and delivery reliability for the defense industry and high-tech manufacturing

Custom work benches to fit out areas of over 1000 m²

“item is always there for us and gives us the support we need. When challenges arise, they react quickly.”

Tiago Martins
Olympus Medical Products Portugal

Highly adaptable – an overview of our sample solutions

Our sample solutions are intended as a source of inspiration and a basis for your own projects. Thanks to complete CAD data and parts lists, you can use them exactly as they are. Alternatively, the designs can serve as a starting point for bespoke solutions.

What your procurement team can always rely on

As an item customer, ordering from our Online Shop isn’t your only option. You can also transfer electronic data directly from our shop to your ERP system or e-procurement platform.