ibench®
The smart Solar bench for the information age
Innovative urban street furniture for communities and companies
Integrated solar panels
Renewable and independent power supply.
Device charging station
Smartphones, tablets, e-bikes and electric scooters
Multi-connectivity
WLAN hotspot, visualisation
Environmental data
Temperature, air humidity and much more* (*opt.)
ibench®, the smart Solar bench
or “digitalisation made easy”
Naturally the ibench® is ideal for sitting on, but this innovative outdoor furniture can do a lot more. The variable design/concept developed in Germany enables customisation and configuration with many technical, acoustic and visual refinements. The ibench® offers quick and uncomplicated entry into the long overdue digitalisation of cities and communities.
- Elegant, timeless design: Comfortable look and feel, high-quality workmanship and available in all RAL colours. Custom colours available on request.
- Smart features: WLAN hotspot, smartphone charging and much more. The ibench® will become the new favourite spot for your target group.
- Robust and easy to service: The ibench® is designed for durability and to withstand environmental influences and daily use.
- Sustainable and renewable: Many ibench® features can be operated with the integrated solar panels - visible for all to see. Showing the way!
- Versatile with many variants: Customise the ibench® precisely to your requests.
- Individual inscription or displays:: Make use of theibench® as advertising media and activate sponsors.
Here you will find all information in the smart flip catalogue.
Set up easily
Self-sufficient power supply with efficient solar panels
With the ibench® you don’t have to worry about development of the installation site. Through efficient solar panels integrated in the seat, the bench supplies itself with power. Simply place the ibench® in a sunny position where you want seating with downlight and a mobile charging station; the ibench® will do the rest.
Solar panels integrated in the seat
Three monocrystalline solar panels each with 45 Wp produce enough energy for lighting, mobile charging function and LTE router, and therefore enable easy installation and virtually uninterrupted operation of the ibench® throughout the year, without additional power supply. Long-life, maintenance-free AGM batteries are fitted in the seat for buffering the solar energy, which are optimally charged with the aid of sophisticated electronics.
The solar panels are visible for all to see and provide the ibench® with renewable energy, and therefore sustainably charge mobile devices. A shatter-proof Perspex screen protects the technology against humidity and external mechanical influences.
Additional electricity (hybrid version) for even more power
For fuel-intensive tasks such as charging e-bikes or electric scooters, the ibench® requires additional power supplied by an external power connection. This is only used when the energy of internal batteries is no longer sufficient. The operation of displays requires this additional power supply (hybrid version).
Multi device charging station
Smartphones, tablets, e-bikes, electric scooters
With the ibench® you enable users to charge their electronic devices easily and conveniently. Two USB charging ports are available as well as two Qi charging pads for wireless charging. Simply place your device on this.
Also the ibench® offers perfect charging options for the new mobility with e-bikes and electric scooters, while the user is invited to have a short break.
Charging smartphones on the go
Via a USB port on the front of the ibench® and two Qi charging pads on the bench seat, you offer users the possibility to charge up their electronic devices easily and conveniently. Up to 4 mobile devices can be charged on the ibench® simultaneously. The USB connections are only for charging mobile devices; no data is downloaded or collected. This is GDPR compliant.
E-bikes and electric scooters
E-bikes are charged with bike energy via an integrated DC fast charger. There is no need to handle dangerous voltage, the battery does not need to be removed, and charging is approximately twice as quick as with a wall charger. The innovative magnet coupling also prevents damage to the bike or charging point.
"The multifunctional bench is a real asset for the city. Free Wi-Fi in public spaces is a topical issue - for every generation"
Marlene Hunte-Grüne
Deputy Mayor of Barsinghausen
Strong connections
WLAN, Bluetooth and much more
Your new ibench® is a true connectivity marvel. Provide your visitors with internet via WLAN hotspot* free of charge. Enable music playback* via 2 integrated sound pressure transducers by Bluetooth in stereo quality* or collect environmental data* that they always wanted to have. (*optional)
As a manufacturer we can adapt the ibench® exactly to your requests and requirements. And what's more, any integration not mentioned here can be implemented at little expense. Feel free to contact us.
WLAN-Hotspot
A WLAN hotspot supplies anyone in the immediate vicinity with high-speed Internet. Free, high-speed internet access is quickly gaining in popularity and becoming an attraction, especially for users with low data volumes or in locations with poor network coverage. Make use of this effect for targeted controlling of visitors and guests in your community, on your campus or in your company.
LTE routers, repeaters and wired routers (e.g. fibreglass) can be installed in the ibench® as an option.
Bluetooth stereo sound
Optionally, a Bluetooth sound system can be integrated into ibench® to turn your new bench into a favourite meeting point. Enable every visitor to connect to the ibench® via Bluetooth and play their music. Naturally, you determine the maximum volume and availability of service.
Environmental sensors
As standard, your new bench will enable you to collect environmental data, such as temperature and air humidity. This data is necessary for the reliable function of the ibench® and helps to assess the general condition of the bench.
You can define other optional measurements and as a result build up an interesting pool of information. All this information will be provided to you via an intuitive web interface, meaning that you can access the relevant info at any workplace.
Individual integration possibilities
Do you have any other ideas which features you want to integrate into the ibench®? We look forward to receiving your message - as a manufacturer we are in the position to implement most requests and welcome your suggestions.
Lighting & digital signage
Integrated LED lighting and/or monitors
Utilise your new street furniture multifunctionally. With the ibench® you get a bench that not only looks modern, but with sophisticated features such as LED downlight and side monitors, emphasis is placed on the perception of your public space. Illuminated street furniture gives visitors a feeling of safety, while at the same time highlighting relaxation spots by using lighting elements.
Optionally integrated monitors can be used for digital signage or renting to advertising partners.
LED downlight
The downlight is an LED-based, energy-saving ambient lighting which is attached underneath the bench. This indirectly lights the space surrounding the bench. A “light space” is generated, which also gives a safe feeling in the dark and invites you to take a break and rest. As the battery capacity decreases, the lighting power is automatically reduced in stages.
Advertising space
The ibench® can be powder-coated in all RAL colours and designed freely by us (or you) using conventional advertising technology. Make use of the lateral advertising space to convey your message or sponsor the bench via cooperation partners.
Screens
Information, entertainment and advertising: Depending on the screen and use, the robust and outdoor displays can be integrated both in the side panels and in the benches. You can use these for your own messages or for your advertising partner.
Your content can be transferred via online stream or online data transfer.
Curious?
If you have any questions, we will also be happy to advise you by telephone
All colours, many sizes
This bench can be customised in your preferred colour
The ibench® lives up to all the features required functionally and visually for modern street furniture. Here we also make no exceptions in the delivery options: Decide for yourself how big your ibench® should be and which colours best match your open space concept.
Models
- ibench® basic:
Top features, appealing designs, durability and much more make the ibench® basic the future-proof bench in today's information age.
Find out more about ibench® basic - ibench®plank:
Transform walls or simple "concrete blocks" into attractive seating!
Find out more about ibench® plank - ibench® classic:
The classic form of a bench as you know it and of course with a backrest! and much more!
Find out more about ibench® classic
Free colour selection
We deliver the ibench® in all available RAL colours. Custom colours are also available on request. The powder coating used is robust and durable, which is easy to clean using more aggressive agents in the case of course contamination or graffiti.
ibench® basic
Combination of modern design and smart function
Top-Features, appealing designs, durability and much more make the ibench® basic the future-proof bench in today's information age. A large number of cities, municipalities and companies are already using the ibench® basic as a highly visible and innovative part of their digitization concept.
ibench® plank
The smart bench seat without feet
Like the ibench® basic, the ibench® plank impresses with its alim design and innovative functions. Whether in public places, schools, kindergartens or playgrounds: Walls often adorn our cityscape. In order to use these as efficiently as possible and to increase the attractiveness of the surroundings, an ibench® plank is suitable as a wall support.
Discover the numerous design options and transform walls or simple "concrete blocks" into attractive seating! The ibench® plank can be used in a variety of ways, making the smart bench an important part of the cityscape.
ibench® classic
Maximum comfort and flexibility
The ibench ® classic not only presents itself in its classic version, but also with a backrest that offers maximum comfort and support for a pleasant sitting experience.
This additional function extends the versatility of the ibench ® classic and allows users to feel even more relaxed, whether they are sitting alone or in company.
Even more individual with your advertising message
Spread your message with the right sticker on your bench
To ensure that the ibench® not only meets your expectations functionally but also visually, you can also customize your bench using classic stickers while at the same time strengthening your brand and spreading your message in a recognizable way. From a personal slogan to an explanation of the bench's functions, there are no limits.
Examples for your bench stickers
Technical details
| Dimensions (ibench-Basic) |
Length: 1850 mm Width: 475 mm Height: 555 mm |
| Solar panels | Monocrystalline, 3 x 45 Wp |
| Energy storage | AGM batteries, 12 V DC |
| Timer | 6 programmable switching times |
| USB charging | 2 x USB illuminated |
| Inductive charging | 2 x QI standard, certified |
| Lighting | LEDs, warm-white, blue, yellow, green (other colours on request) |
Optional additional features
| Router / WLAN |
| Sensor technology |
| Online monitoring |
| Customised colours |
| Service solutions |
Possible uses for the smart bench seat
The ibench® is much more than just a bench. Innovative and contemporary functions interact to create completely new visitor concepts.
Curious?
If you have any questions, we will also be happy to advise you by telephone