heroal offers holistic solutions for the building envelope as well as for the interior and exterior areas with a perfectly coordinated system portfolio of windows, curtain walls, doors and blinds. For the economical and future-oriented realization of residential and commercial buildings, heroal relies on the highest process and processing efficiency of its system solutions as well as a comprehensive 360° service offer along the entire value chain. This offering is complemented by an extensive and continuously growing portfolio of digital solutions. From quick and reliable information retrieval via the digital product passport to smart product solutions, heroal promotes digitalization to provide processors and designers with noticeable and measurable added value at all project stages.
The heroal Communicator is the central online working environment for heroal partners and architects, bundling a variety of tools for efficient and connected working. From quick searches for information and documents to planning tools, specification texts, product configurations and orders, the platform provides comprehensive support across the entire process chain.
With the new, optimized document search function, technical data and marketing material can be found even more targeted and easily. New features such as a history overview, a structured result view and an integrated PDF reader with extensive functions make obtaining information accurate and fast. Useful tools such as bookmarks, notes and the preview of results within documents make using the heroal Communicator intuitive and time-saving - a real support for subject specialists in their daily work.
For optimized order entry and planning efficiency, trade customers can use the Business Configurator in the heroal Communicator quickly and accurately configure customized products, create quotes for customers and place orders. By integrating the Business Configurator into leading industry software, such as LogiKal of Orgadata and Klaes Fensterbau Software, the entire process from planning and calculation to ordering for processors will be further simplified in the future. Automated workflows minimize errors and speed up the progress of projects, such as in the planning and ordering of the partially integrated shading solution VS Z CS or in the configuration of customized shutter and sun protection systems. Processors benefit from seamless and efficient processes, which increases productivity.
picos ID offers an innovative solution that makes the digital product pass the central link between processors, assemblers and end customers. With a smart QR code system, all relevant data of a building component are transparently and digitally linked throughout its life cycle - from production and completion to assembly and maintenance. Product information, such as CE documents, are available in real time, ensuring an uninterrupted flow of information. A major advantage of picos ID is its manufacturer independence: the platform is open and can be applied flexibly, without requiring other picos products. This enables companies to seamlessly integrate picos ID into existing processes and systems while maintaining maximum flexibility. The optional link with picos IFS enables efficient assembly planning, accurate quality control, structured approvals and central control of all service processes. This leads to significant savings in time and costs, which both optimizes the efficiency of work processes and increases the satisfaction of all involved.
The new smartScan function of the heroal Communicator simplifies the checking of incoming goods and provides more overview in the warehouse. With Datamatrix codes, QR and barcodes, subject specialists can quickly and easily retrieve information, such as packing slips and order pick lists, for delivered heroal products directly in the warehouse. heroal smartScan also offers flexible export options and, thanks to an API, can be easily integrated into existing ERP systems. This makes it possible to organize warehouse processes more efficiently and connect digital workflows effortlessly. With heroal smartScan, heroal supports its customers in digitizing their warehouse management, provides more transparency and helps make work processes simpler and more efficient.
Smart buildings are attracting increasing attention, as they play a crucial role in energy efficiency by intelligently and farsightedly controlling the building envelope. heroal, as a supplier of innovative system solutions for windows, doors, facades and blinds, stands at the interface with building automation. With a comprehensive full-service offering, heroal supports subject matter experts in realizing smart façade solutions that meet the highest demands for energy efficiency, comfort and safety. For projects, heroal relies on strong partnerships with Beckhoff Automation and Elektro Beckhoff to offer an unparalleled solution portfolio to investors, architects, planners and processors. Specifically tailored to project construction, the offer enables the flexible integration of heroal products into building technology. This offer supports modern construction projects in all phases - from consulting and tendering to implementation, commissioning and maintenance. This ensures that all components are perfectly matched and that maximum functionality and efficiency are achieved. The full-service offering includes both quick plug-and-play solutions for solar shading and customized complete solutions for seamless integration into building automation.