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The new protective case line PROTECT by PARAT
PARAT expands its protective cases portfolio with ten extremely robust products. Never has it been
safer to neatly store and transport valuable tools.
Protecting, organizing and transporting: these are the strongest suits of the PROTEC-LINE, the new
protective case series by PARAT. The well thought-out and enormous robust case body is made from
polypropylene and reliably defies shocks, dust and water. Your devices and tools are well protected
from any external conditions, whether heat, cold, rain, snow or hail. Received certifications according
to IP67, STANAG 4280, DEF STAN 81-41 as well as NATO codification (NSN) are proof of this. In
addition, the case interior can be exactly tailored to your specific needs – choose from individual
interior fittings such as pre-cut foam inserts to create your very specific storage design or sewn
separators for easy arrangement of your tools. With everything properly stowed away, the protective
cases will be sent out on their journey – without great effort on wheels, with telescopic handle and
comfortable carrying handles.
PARAT shines at the CARAVAN SALON in Düsseldorf
From 28 August to 5 September, the PARAT plastics experts proudly welcomed customers again for the first time after a long break without exhibitions – the booth invited visitors to stay and marvel! The impressive exhibits were showcased in a modern design and representative appearance.
At long last, the experts could use this time to meet existing and potential customers face-to-face again. Center of attraction were the new fully-functional pop-top roof with its skin incorporating PARAT’s pooled LFI expertise, its bellow as a result of decades of know-how in the textile industry and, moreover, the company’s constantly growing experience in developing and producing complete assemblies and systems – quality and innovation à la PARAT.In addition, a complete front of a motor home and the latest particle foam technology by PARAT were presented live at the stand – winning over both customers, partners and interested parties.Particle foam has been and remains the key to future success. Significant weight savings at continuing attractive costs are of crucial importance, particularly for the caravan markets. But also the advantages with regard to sustainability gained by pure thermoplastic composite materials will help us to further strengthen our competitiveness.
The success of this approach was confirmed by the high level of acceptance among PARAT customers at this year’s Caravan Salon.
PARAT welcomes its 1,000th employee!
PARAT WELCOMES ITS 1,000TH EMPLOYEE.
Facing the future together
Along with economic success, also the number of staff members working at PARAT Group has grown rapidly over the past decades: In 2015, the company had a total workforce of not more than 600. Now, PARAT Group is proud to welcome its 1,000 employee on board.
It was only last year that the internationally aligned company celebrated its 75th anniversary. And now it’s time again to celebrate. On a production area of roughly 50,000 m2 at four sites, the company manufactures with a total of 1,000 committed staff members highly functional plastic trim parts as well as premium storage and transport solutions for hand tools and IT equipment for customers from the most different industries. With a staff of currently around 500 at the Neureichenau site, PARAT is one of the top employers and largest company training centers in the county of Freyung-Grafenau.
IT-Novelties
THE PARAPROJECT® SERIES IS GETTING AN UPDATE – FEATURES AND PRODUCTS, ALL TAILORED TO MEET THE CHALLENGES FACING EDUCATION AND TRAINING.
However difficult matters may have been in the recent months for all of us – we’ve definitely realized something very important: multimedia-supported learning makes us less dependent from external influences. And while demands on teaching material and work resources are changing at breakneck speed, also PARAT is consistently keeping pace with the “DigitalPakt”, a German funding program for future-oriented educational concepts, and even goes a step further. Based on more than 25 years of experience in mobile computing and more than 15 years in education and training, the Neureichenaubased innovation leader focuses on continuous on-going development of its products – all tailored to the users’ wishes and needs! In order to remain a reliable partner for schools, from primary to vocational training centers, universities and CPDL facilities, the PARAPROJECT® product line receives a comprehensive update. This includes: new and optimized storage solutions for the successful future of education and training.
2020 is an exceptional year for PARAT!
PARAT celebrates its anniversary – 75 years of tool cases.
From a small sewing workshop in a garage to the premium manufacturer for tool bags and cases as well as provider for certified light solutions and IT system case: Over the past 75 years, the PARAT brand has undergone a remarkable evolution – and has always set and defined new standards in the hardware industry for more than three quarters of a century. For generations, customers have been enthusiastic about the innovative products and excellent service from Neureichenau. The best example of this is the PARAT tool case, a reliable companion for professional craftsmen and an outstanding storage solution for high-class equipment. Added to this are various other tried-and-tested organizer systems made from robust leather or nylon material, which can be exactly tailored to the customers’ specific needs by maintaining close contact with users from the most different industries. For generations, the tool cases have been the ‘benchmark‘ when it comes to sustainability. Wear parts* can be replaced free of charge contacting the PARAT Service Team – an absolutely unique selling point of the Group. (*valid for hinges, handles, locks). klick here for more Information.
NEW PRODUCT AT PARAT!
NEW LAMP HIGHLIGHT AT PARAT:
ALL EYES ON PARALUX® PX1 SHORTY
With a length of just 110 mm and 41 mm IN WIDTH, the new, compact PARALUX® PX1 Shorty creates an incredible beam distance of a full 120 meters – a real power pack that will be launched on the market from December.
Moreover, the PARALUX® PX1 SHORTY wows users with proven and unrivalled PARAT quality. In addition, it fits into any pocket due to its handy size and feather-light weight of just 114g – without batteries, it weighs only 64g.
INNOVATIVE, HANDY AND ABSOLUTELY SAFE:
THE CERTIFIED LAMP MOUNTING SYSTEM PARASNAP® ULTRALUX
Now also available for Schuberth F220 and F300 firefighter helmets!BRAND NEW and EXCLUSIVE by PARAT: PARASNAP® ULTRALUX BASE for F220 and F300 firefighter helmets. Accessories for the multi-function adapter (MFA-Fire) integrated in the F220/F300 firefighter helmets will be available from the end of the year. The adapters have been specifically developed for those helmet types and are available exclusively from PARAT.
PARAT expands management team
Since March 1st, 2019, Frank Peters CEO (Chief Executive Officer) and Martin Kremsreiter COO (Chief Operative Officer) have received active support in the top leadership by Stephan Hoffmann, who was appointed CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of the PARAT Group. As a management team, they will steer the fortunes of the globally active plastics expert and market leader in the field of tool cases, safety lamps and portable IT system solutions with its headquarters in Neureichenau in the future.
Within the scope of his previous activities, Stephan Hoffmann will continue to be responsible for Finance, Controlling, HR and IT as a Board member of the PARAT Group. “The innovative drive and expertise of our employees are the prerequisite for our company’s long-term success. In a challenging market and financial environment, yet which at the same time offers great opportunities to enter new market segments such as New Mobility and internationalization, Stephan Hoffmann is the perfect addition to our team and brings a wealth of international financial experience to strengthen our business. We are very much looking forward to our future collaboration in the spirit of strategic partnership.“, states Frank Peters, Chairman of the Board of PARAT Group. Martin Kremsreiter confirms the statement: “With Stephan Hoffmann, we have been able to gain an experienced financial expert, who is, in addition, also a perfect fit for our team, both personally and professionally“.
The new management trio of PARAT Group:
From left to right: Stephan Hoffmann CFO (Chief Financial Officer), Frank Peters CEO (Chief Executive Officer) and Martin Kremsreiter COO (Chief Operative Officer).
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START OF APPRENTICESHIPS 2018 AT PARAT
On September 3, 2018, members of the management team at PARAT were pleased to welcome roughly 14 young talented apprentices, accompanied by their trainers, at the beginning of their apprenticeship programs and, at the same time, on their first working day. As one of the biggest industrial groups in the region, PARAT is one of the top providers of vocational training in the county of Freyung-Grafenau. Besides the traditional commercial professions, PARAT also covers a large spectrum of industrial careers such as process engineer for rubber and polymer technology as well as industrial mechanic (speciality: maintenance), electronics technician for industrial systems and many other apprenticeships (see www.parat-kunststoff.com/karriere).
’It is important to us to identify the young people’s talents and to support their future development. By providing excellent training and showing a certain degree of commitment, our apprentices of today will be the specialists and experts of tomorrow.’,
says CEO Martin Kremsreiter.
After a comprehensive company presentation, this first day of training served the purpose of getting acquainted with each other.
Apprentices starting at PARAT:
From left: Martin Kremsreiter (CEO), Horst Fenzl (trainer), Simon Grinninger, Jeremias Art, Johannes Brunner, Matthias Zillner, Sandro Jarosch, Florian Ascher, Adrian Zillner, Laura Wagner, Fabian Guist, Eva Seibold, Stephan Gottinger, Fabian Stadler, Julian Lang, Nico Stehle, Tobias Kurz (trainer), Florian Grimbs (trainer) Stefanie Vaterl (trainer).
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Girls’ Day at PARAT
Girls’ Day at PARAT
With a variety of training actions, this year’s Girls‘ Day campaign sheds new light on career choices for young girls beyond traditional gender stereotypes. As a plastics expert and manufacturer of premium tool cases with operations around the globe, PARAT Group opened its doors again to interested young students and presented itself as a regional company that provides vocational training.
Viola Braumandl (intern), Armin Blöchl, Vanessa Holzinger, Johannes Nigl, Daniel Blöchl, Michael Stadler, Julian Bogner, Philip Mayr, Veit Wagner (apprentices), Florian Grimbs (training supervisor), Marie Malke (apprentice), Horst Fenzl and Stefanie Vaterl (training supervisors).
Obituary Heinz Schönenbach
Community of Neureichenau and PARAT Group mourn the passing of Heinz Schönenbach
’Entrepreneurs are true heroes who bring new ideas and values to the world and give liberty and trust to their employees.’ Surely there is no better description of businessman and PARAT founding father Heinz Schönenbach, who died on 28th March 2018, aged 94.
Certified light by PARAT
LIGHT POWER WITH A SYSTEM:
CERTIFIED LIGHT BY PARAT
Powerful safety lamps, focused spotlights or far-reaching light beams: PARAT provides the perfect product for any requirement – of course, certification included.
PARASNAP Ultralux Pro
PARASNAP® – THE INNOVATIVE LAMP MOUNTING SYSTEM BY PARAT.
Innovative, practical and absolutely safe: the certified PARASNAP® Ultralux Pro lamp mounting system – for easy attachment of any PARAT lamp to your safety helmet.
Something only PARAT offers: the exclusive lamp mounting system is a reliable companion in demanding jobs. You have both hands free, whereas the lamp attaches firmly to the helmet and provides light exactly where it is needed and at any desired angle. The PARASNAP® Ultralux Pro mount is DGUV-certified according to DIN EN 433:2008 – and is extremely reliable and safe to use.
PARACURV Multifunctional
THE SMALL ONE WITH WOW FACTOR!
Practical, compact, yet lots of storage space: the PARACURV® Multifunctional tool bag impresses as a real space miracle with integrated lamp holder.
The ideal tool bag has to be one thing: perfectly tailored to the customer’s needs. And that’s why PARAT, as a market leader in tool cases, combines the most different features for one particular use to suit any individual requirement. That way, unique products such as the PARACURV® Multifunctional shoulder bag evolve.
New lighting website
PARAT LIGHTING WEBSITE HAS A SHINY NEW LOOK
PARAT’s special trademark is its wide range of professional and certified safety lamps with a system. They feature the perfect combination of maximum brightness and certified explosion protection. The pooling of technical product properties as well as ATEX- und STAUBEX certifications make any PARAT safety lamp and related system components a perfect tool for extreme demanding areas of applications – for firefighters, disaster control, military and industry.
From now on, the newly designed PARAT Lighting webpages presents all product highlights in their best light: detailed product descriptions and images with zoom effect guide the customer to the matching lamps that best suit its specific needs. Easy-to-understand and easy-to-follow tutorial videos explain the features and handling of the safety lamps and the PARASNAP® mounting system.
My Lamp
PARAT MY LAMP:
PROFESSIONAL LAMPS WITH CORPORATE DESIGN
Corporate Identity made easy: with the company’s logo on their safety lamp, users can now promote their company’s corporate design whenever they are on the job, so to speak ‘en passant’. PARAT creates safety lamps with an individual look: from the housing color to the logo or text printed as desired. This way, PARAT can bring to life customer requests to suit any need.
Newly launched Website
FRESH DESIGN, MORE CUSTOMER VALUE:
PARAT’S NEWLY LAUNCHED WEBSITE WITH SMART PRODUCT FINDER
PARAT has been operating throughout Europe for more than 70 years now as a professional manufacturer of premium tool case solutions for specialist dealers from the most different trades and is a recognized market leader in this field. In addition to traditional tool cases and bags as well as belt pouches, the company provides premium special-purpose cases for office environments – always tailored to the customer’s individual needs.
In order to provide its customers with the best services, the company has given the website for tool cases and bags a complete facelift: users will find an ultra-modern, clean design combined with lots of practical features. A special highlight is the new product finder: here, the customers can enter their individual requirements and wishes. The search works both in trade-specific and product-specific respect – e. g. product criteria appear as options to select size or organizing system. This leads the users quickly and easily to the PARAT tool case that perfectly matches their specific needs, with just a few clicks.
New Products
PARAT OFF TO A FLYING START:
NEW WEBSITE, NEW PRODUCTS, NEW CUSTOMER CONCEPT
PARAT Group is a worldwide technology leader for plastic premium solutions and runs production sites all over the world in a sustainable manner. As a recognized market leader for premium tool case systems, PARAT has been globally active for more than 70 years as a professional and reliable supplier for specialist dealers from the most common trades. On-going further development and process optimization are an inherent part of PARAT’s corporate philosophy. In keeping with this goal, the new year 2018 starts with a multitude of innovations.
The key product highlight is the latest handle generation by PARAT – it is integrated in almost any PARAT tool case and bag. Its ergonomic shape and anti-slip softtouch surface with handy dimples make the handle design unique on the market. In addition, the practical handle snaps into place at 90° and enables a back-friendly placing and lifting of the tool case. Oil, dirt and sweat simply run off the case surface thanks to its resistant material. Moreover, the handle design is a particular eye-catcher: entirely in the style of the PARAT logo with its red color, the red style line gives every tool case a polished look.
New handle Generation
NEW HANDLE GENERATION PROVIDES A UNIQUE DEGREE OF COMFORT
Products by PARAT have a proven track record for providing highest quality and precision: particular emphasis is placed here on perfection down to the last detail – this makes up the basis for high-quality end products to become faithful companions to their owners. As a market leader for premium tool cases, PARAT now presents a completely new generation of carrying handle – patented, exclusive and unique.
The equipment of a tool case is just as important for the user as comfortable transport in tough working conditions. That is why the new PARAT carrying handle has been designed to bring significant advantages to the user: First of all, the ergonomic shape guarantees easy transport of the case – this securely prevents any fatigue of the hand. Moreover, the handle surface comes with a moisture-resistant softtouch material. This material is extremely durable, sturdy and robust and withstands even oil, dirt and sweat – and makes the tool case a perfect companion for craftspeople to handle even the hardest jobs with ease. In order to keep a good grip on the handle, integrated dimples provide best non-slip quality. In addition, the practical handle lock ensures efficient and, above all, quick working: when placing the case on the floor, the handle securely remains in place in order to guarantee easy and back-friendly lifting of the case in any situation.
DONATIONS INSTEAD OF CHRISTMAS GIFTS
PARAT is a world-wide technology leader in the field of highly functional plastic trim parts and structural components and leads the market in tool cases, tablet carts and safety lamps. Traditionally in Advent, the company looks upon those in our society who are in particular need of our help and support. Therefore, PARAT Group as a global player sends very special Christmas cards to its customers instead of giving the usual Christmas gifts: with every atmospheric Christmas card, a donation goes directly into local charitable projects.
This year, all proceeds of this activity will support the people in the Neureichenau region – where PARAT ‘s headquarters and largest production site is located. Of course, in particular in the reflective pre-Christmas period, the significance of home is moving into the spotlight.