Abstract: Lateral elements for use in a roller shutter useful for screening an opening, the roller shutter includes a plurality of lateral elements which together form shutter wherein the plurality of lateral elements are able to pivot with respect to one another without disengaging to allow the shutter to bend around a corner to expose the opening.

Abstract: A seal protection assembly for protecting an axle, wheel, gasket, and seal for a wheel attached to an axle on a vehicle. The assembly includes a body housing, a rim edge, and a mounting bracket. The assembly is mounted to the vehicle to protect the wheel axle, gasket, and seal from harmful contact with extraneous material from the operating environment of the vehicle, while allowing for maintenance access to the axle components. Multiple assembly sets for protecting all of the wheel seals on a vehicle are also disclosed along with a method for manufacturing the assembly.