
Standard solutions
We took our long-standing expertise in industrial design and created off-the-shelf solutions that can be applied to common applications. The offering includes plug & play remote controls with some customization options, such as the number of keys, shape of keys, and marking; and various keyboards, including metal, rubber, and membrane keypads.
Find your next quick fix in our range of standard panel solutions.
The EM series is a 3-key enhanced membrane keypad. This product is easy to integrate and its digitally-printed graphic overlay can be customized on request. The EM series can be surface mounted on an equipment or mounted on a wall and used as a remote control. A specific design, the use of resistant materials and the integration in a housing give this product a high sealing level (IP67, IP69K on request). Featuring an IK10 impact resistance, the EM keypad is more robust than standard model keypads and can be used in harsh environments.
MC2 series is a simple and cost-effective way to provide basic driving functionalities to a small vehicle, like a tractor, a lawn mower or a quad bike.
This plug & play solution is compact, easy-to-install and easy-to-use.
MC2 was designed to make your life easier, so don’t hesitate to ask for special customizations to fit your specific need.
Designed for aesthetics and functionality, like the CANbus version launched a few months ago, this new model with point-to-point connection complements the range to effectively meet our customer needs.
This stainless steel keypad is available in 4, 12 or 16-key configurations, with 2 key sizes, to meet specific customer requirements. LED backlighting can optionally be intensified for better visibility (up to 4 LEDs by key). LED voltage and backlighting color can also be customized. Moreover, the inalterable laser-etched marking is perfectly suitable for intensive use.
Datasheet and 3D files on request.
APEM’s new PR series stainless steel keypads offer a compact and economical solution in control panel applications, with a frameless selection and easy installation.
Available with 1, 4, 12 or 16 round keys and with or without illumination, the PR series keypads (formerly the 82 series) can be customized to meet exact customer requirements. The different mounting options offered – rear or front mounting, with or without frame – allow for easy control panel integration and the inalterable laser-etched marking is perfectly suitable for intensive use.
Datasheet and 3D files on request.
With a 10 million cycle life due to movement free activation, the PZ series, a piezoelectric keypad is intended for applications requiring high reliability. Due to its closed surface, the PZ series keypad is sealed up to IP68, preventing the ingress of liquids and other contaminants. It can be installed on a washable surface and is ideally suited for medical or food industry equipment.The PZ series can be front or rear mounted and its flush keys and aluminum face provide a neat smooth surface and sleek aesthetic. Standard marking from 0 to 9 and */# is available and can also be customized on request.
The V series is the toughest keypad of the APEM stainless steel range.
Based on 20 years’ experience acquired with our 9 series keypads, the V series features extreme resistance to the harshest environments: dust, salt spray, vandalism, abrasion, corrosion, etc. while remaining a customizable product.
Datasheet and 3D files on request.
APEM introduces the first standard CANbus keypad highlighting APEM’s technical expertise. Designed for aesthetics and functionality, the KP6 series is a customizable pre-programmed solution.
Keypad with 3-in-1 multifunction control knob.
The PKD series brings together joystick, rotary encoder, and pushbutton functions in a single compact and ergonomic HMI. Designed for operators who require quick access to multiple commands via a central interface, it is ideal for controlling PRND functions, touchscreens, or machine displays in confined spaces.
Embedded CANopen and J1939 protocols ensure seamless communication with vehicle systems. The PKD’s high level of sealing and UV resistance make it suited for outdoor or off-road use in construction equipment, defense vehicles, or e-mobility platforms.
Its customizable LED ring, anodized knob options, and laser-etched icons enhance both functionality and aesthetics.
General specifications:
- Configurable RGB backlight and LED indicators
- Mounting: Vertical, horizontal, or symmetrical for modular installation
- Actuation life: 3 million operations
- Sealing: IP67 / IP69K
- UV Resistance: UVB 400 hrs
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Supply voltage: 12–24V DC nominal (8–32V DC range)
Modular CANbus keypad with last-minute snappable inserts.
The PKI series is a highly modular keypad solution designed for rugged environments and applications requiring flexibility, clear feedback, and fast reconfiguration. With replaceable laser-etched icon inserts available in two sizes (15 mm and 24 mm), the PKI allows full customization to suit changing user needs or evolving machine functionalities.
Integrated CANopen and J1939 protocols make it easy to embed into modern vehicle systems, while high IP protection ensures reliable performance in outdoor and high-vibration environments.
Its tactile, glove-friendly buttons, RGB LED rings, and multiple layout options, from 1 to 15 keys, make the PKI Series a go-to HMI for construction, agriculture, defense, and e-transport machinery.
General specifications:
- RGB rings and icon backlighting
- Actuation life: 3 million operations
- Sealing: IP67 / IP69K
- UV Resistance: UVB 400 hrs
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Supply voltage: 12–24V DC nominal (8–32V DC range)
Ultra-compact rubber keypad with high density and LED feedback.
The PKR Series is a space-saving, rubberized keypad offering high button density and advanced LED feedback options. Each button can be configured with up to 3 RGB LED indicators and custom laser-etched icons.
The PKR is optimized for confined and demanding operating environments. Its tactile feedback and ergonomic design make it ideal for use in defense, marine, off-highway, and electric vehicles.
With integrated CANopen and J1939 protocols, the keypad seamlessly integrates into modern vehicle systems, while its high IP rating guarantees dependable operation in outdoor conditions.
General specifications:
- RGB backlighting for icons + up to 3 RGB status LEDs per key
- Actuation life: 3 million operations
- Sealing: IP67 / IP69K
- UV Resistance: UVB 400 hrs
- Operating Temperature: -40°C to +70°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Supply voltage: 12–24V DC nominal (8–32V DC range)