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• Fastener Fair Global 2023: record-breaking event edition testifies the importance for the international fastener and fixing sector

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Fastener distribution, Fasteners manufacturers on Mar 03, 2023

  With less than a month before Fastener Fair Global opens its doors from 21-23 March 2023 at Messe Stuttgart in Germany, the exhibition is shaping up to be a record-breaking 9th edition. The show has grown since the last event in 2019: now covering a net exhibition space of over 23,000 sqm, a 1,000 sqm more compared to the previous event, Fastener Fair Global 2023 allocates an additional hall to the exhibition ground and occupies four halls for the first time ever. Thus, the exhibition reconfirms itself as an international marketplace for the fastener and fixing industry to find new business contacts, exchange expertise and build targeted business partnerships.

  Taking place across halls 1, 3, 5 and 7, over 980 exhibitors have joined the event to showcase a comprehensive portfolio of fastener and fixings products, machines, equipment, tools and related services. Exhibiting companies come from 43 different countries, reconfirming the international reach of the event. Representing global firms, from SMEs to large multinational corporations, exhibitors mainly come from Germany, Italy, China, Taiwan, India, Turkey, the Netherlands, the UK, Spain and France. Exhibitors include: Albert Pasvahl (GmbH & Co.), Alexander P A A L GmbH, Ambrovit S.p.A., Böllhoff GmbH, CHAVESBAO, Eurobolt BV, F. REYHER Nchfg. GmbH & Co. KG, Fastbolt Schraubengroßhandels GmbH, INDEX Fixing Systems, INOXMARE SRL, Lederer GmbH, Norm Fasteners, Obel Civata San. ve Tic. A.S, SACMA LIMBIATE SPA, Schäfer + Peters GmbH, Tecfi Spa, WASI GmbH, Würth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG and many more.

  Commenting on the event build-up, Nicola Hamann, Managing Director at RX, organiser of the event, states: "The strong exhibitor participation in Fastener Fair Global 2023 testifies to the importance of the event as a milestone for the Fastener and fixing sector internationally and serves as an economic indicator of the growth of this industry. Benefitting from high investment in the construction sector, rising demand for industrial fasteners in the automotive and aerospace industries and continued growth predictions at a steady rate from 2022 to 2030, Fastener Fair Global 2023 is well-placed to showcase the innovations of companies at the forefront of this fast-moving industry".

  What's on at the show

  For manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and suppliers, Fastener Fair Global is the ideal marketplace to source and trade products and solutions across all areas of fastener and fixing technology. Fastener Fair Global welcomes distributors, suppliers, engineers and other industry professionals from a broad range of industries, such as construction, automotive, transport, electronic and electrical goods, energy and power generation and many more.

  To explore the wide variety of innovations, technologies and systems presented at the exhibition ahead of the event, attendees can access the Online Show Preview, which showcases the highlights of this year's event, and select in advance products and services they are interested in. The Online Show Preview is available here.

  A first-hand opportunity to assess new products and services introduced by exhibitors to the market within the last 24 months will be through the Route to Fastener Innovation competition, organised by the media partner Fastener + Fixing Magazine. On the second day of the event at 2:00 pm, its editorial team will present the top three winners with the accolade of being Fastener Technology Innovators. The award will take place at the Fastener + Fixing Magazine stand, 3874, in hall 7.

  Key Visitor Information

  Visitors can purchase tickets online now at www.fastenerfairglobal.com at a discounted rate of €39 before the price increases to €55 for ticket purchases on-site. All entrance tickets are valid for all three show days.

  International visitors requiring a visa for travel can download an invitation letter for visa application directly from the ticket purchase confirmation email.

  The exhibition grounds in Stuttgart are easily accessed via car or public transport and are within walking distance of Stuttgart airport. The opening times are from 09:00 to 18:00 on Tuesday and Wednesday and from 09:00 to 16:00 on Thursday.

  For more information on Fastener Fair Global 2023, visit https://www.fastenerfairglobal.com/

  Fastener Fairs – connecting fastener professionals worldwide

  Fastener Fair Global is organised by RX Global. It belongs to the highly successful worldwide series of Fastener Fair exhibitions for the fastener and fixings industry. Fastener Fair Global is the portfolio flagship event. The portfolio also contains regionally focused events such as Fastener Fair Italy, Fastener Fair India, Fastener Fair Mexico and Fastener Fair USA.

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  Author: Gloria Vezzoli PR & Marketing Manager

  Author: Cameron Ross PR & Marketing Executive

• PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN EDRA/GHIN AND INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR ITALY IS CONFIRMED

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Fastener distribution, Fastener suppliers, Fasteners manufacturers, Hardware on Jan 26, 2023

  The new Koelnmesse project has signed the collaboration with the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA) and Global Home improvement Network (GHIN).

  International Hardware Fair Italy, the new international project dedicated to the European hardware, building, DIY, garden & outdoor, safety, colour, electrical and industrial supplies market, keeps growing and will debut on 5-6 May 2023 in Bergamo. The strong synergy with EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair Cologne, the world's largest trade fair for the sector, whose successful format will be transferred to the Italian event, is the basis for the future development and consolidation of the new show at an Italian and international level.

  The partnership signed with EDRA/GHIN is an important step towards the affirmation of the event on an international level. EDRA/GHIN represents the DIY and Home improvement sectors on a global level, thanks to its wide members range: from local shops (more than 33,000 stores in 76 countries) to resellers and digital platforms.

  The choice of the new location, Bergamo, meets the development and internationality requirements of the new event. It is easily accessible, in a strategic position in northern Italy and well connected to all of Europe.

  This strategic collaboration will lead to the full support of EDRA/GHIN to the new venture from Koelnmesse.

  The association will attend the show and support in the activities of the corresponding programme. EDRA/GHIN General Secretary, John W. Herbert, will participate as a speaker in the conference, presenting a preview of the European and Global DIY scenario of the next few years. Moreover, key European members will take part in the matchmaking, the on-site business meetings programme.

  John W. Herbert, EDRA/GHIN General Secretary, shared his thoughts on the partnership, saying – “I am very much looking forward to my visit to Bergamo and to the first edition of International Hardware Fair Italy. That this is being organized by the Koelnmesse is for me a guarantee that this trade fair will be most professional and of interest to our international membership”

  Thomas Rosolia, CEO of Koelnmesse Italy, commented “Thanks to the support of EDRA/GHIN we will continue to pursue our goal of establishing International Hardware Fair Italy as the most representative platform for the European hardware, DIY, garden & outdoor and building sectors in Italy.”

  See you at International Hardware Fair Italy, 5-6 May 2023 Bergamo

  Koelnmesse – Hardware worldwide

  As an international top organiser of trade fairs, Koelnmesse is the global market leader for the product sections hardware/ironware divided up into the segments Tools, Industrial Supplies, Fasteners and Fixings, Fittings, Home Improvement as well as for the innovations of these industries. The leading trade fair EISENWARENMESSE - International Hardware Fair Cologne - as well as Asia-Pacific Sourcing in Cologne, the International Hardware Fair Italy in Milan and CIHS - China International Hardware Show in Shanghai/China - are exemplary for this. www.hardware-worldwide.com

  Available on Instagram, Linkedin, Facebook and of course on its website: www.hardwarefair-italy.com

  Next events:

  APS, Cologne, Germany, 28 February – 02 March 2023 China International Hardware Show, Shanghai,19-21 September 2023 International Hardware Fair India, New Delhi, India, 02–04 December 2023 EISENWARENMESSE, Cologne, Germany, 03-06 March 2024

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  Author:Alessandra Fraschini

  Communication Manager

• VALVE WORLD EXPO finally returns - successful restart for the international industrial valves and fittings summit in Düsseldorf

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Fasteners manufacturers on Dec 16, 2022

  Whether LNG terminals, gas storage facilities, wind turbines, pipelines or water pipelines - no industrial sector functions without the use of industrial valves and fittings.

  Therefore, after a four-year absence, the international players of these key technologies were looking forward to their VALVE WORLD EXPO 2022 at Düsseldorf Fairgrounds again.

  388 exhibitors from 29 countries presented concentrated technological power over three days in exhibition halls 1 and 3. Innovative machines, plants, components, systems and pumps were shown on a net area of 12,000 square metres.

  "After two years of online meetings, we are just happy to have direct contact with customers and interested parties again. A generally positive mood was noticeable and many discussion partners are very happy that the valve family was finally able to meet again in person”, said a pleased Peter Wegjan, Sales Manager Special Ball Valves (Petro-) Chemical, Plant Engineering at Hartmann Valves .

  Many premieres such as Messe Düsseldorf's sustainability campaign with its ecoMetals Trails, the EXPO Forum as a jampacked, two-day conference format, the presentation of the Valve Stars Awards and a rousing exhibitor party complemented the lively events in the exhibition halls.

  The parallel international Valve World Conference, which was again organised by KCI in 2022 with around 70 lectures, seminars and workshops, attracted around 400 delegates to the conference rooms in Hall 1. In 2022, VALVE WORLD EXPO again fulfilled its role as an impulse generator and international meeting platform for an entire industry. 2 50% of respondents stated they had found current trends and information here.

  "From metre-high ball valves to tiny microvalves - everything the industry has to offer in terms of innovations for current challenges could be seen and experienced in our exhibition halls”, said a delighted Bernd Jablonowski, Executive Director of Messe Düsseldorf.

  After a four-year break, well-attended exhibition halls demonstrated just how important personal exchange is to players in the industry. Experts from the oil and gas, chemical and petrochemical, power plant technology, marine and offshore, water and wastewater management, automotive, mechanical engineering, pharmaceutical and medical industries all gathered information in Düsseldorf, proving that both the trade fair offering and demand for it have struck a chord in the current climate.

  "In our industry, people value the direct discussion about innovations, new products and processes that only an in-person trade fair can offer. In my opinion, presence trade fairs will continue to maintain their fixed place in the mix of B2B communication," explained Thomas Weisschuh, Head of Product Management and Innovations AS-Schneider Group confirming the successful course of the trade fair and added: "For the European region, VALVE WORLD EXPO is an important leading trade fair for industrial valves. This is where our industry meets all the important decisionmakers under one roof to find out about the technologies of the future."

  On three days of the fair, international trade visitors from over 80 countries came to Düsseldorf - at 79%, the proportion of decisionmakers was very high. In addition to users of valves and fittings, fittings manufacturers and the fittings trade, energy supply companies also gathered information at the trade fair.

  A high visitor presence from overseas, in particular from India, the USA, Canada, Japan, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and 3 from some North African states, shaped the events in the exhibition halls alongside many European visitors. 94% of the respondents plan to come to Düsseldorf again in two years. VALVE WORLD EXPO and the accompanying conference will then take place from 3 to 5 December 2024.

  Press Contact

  Petra Hartmann-Bresgen

  Tel.: +49 (0)211 4560-541

  Fax: +49 (0)211 4560-87541

  HartmannP@messe-duesseldorf.de

  Ulrike Osahon

  Tel.: +49 (0)211 4560-992

  Fax: +49 (0)211 4560-87992

  OsahonU@messe-duesseldorf.de

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• fischer launches a world first in construction monitoring

  Posted in Fasteners manufacturers, Industry 4.0, Innovation, Sustainability on Nov 22, 2022

  Intelligent safety monitoring

  fischer is the world’s first company in fastening technology to offer an intelligent and integrated monitoring solution for constructions and facilities. The solution increases the overall flow of information, service life, sustainability and safety of constructions and facilities while ensuring higher maintenance efficiency.

  The sensor-integrated fixing products SensorAnchor and SensorDisc provide users with a time and resource-saving method to identify current acting forces in fastenings. The products transfer the wireless data to the Construction Monitoring module of the myfischer portal, allowing the information to be accessed via web applications on a tablet, PC or laptop or on a smartphone with the construction site-friendly fischer PRO ap.

  Secure connections, intelligent interconnection Thanks to intelligent force monitoring of fastenings, threshold violations and problems can be identified early on in order to take measures, significantly increasing the level of safety. The flow of information reduces the level of complexity, increasing the efficiency of maintaining constructions and facilities. Maintenance intervals are either extended or avoided entirely. The service life of constructions and facilities is extended, which simultaneously increases sustainability.

  SensorAnchor: Monitor forces from a distance A secure anchorage must be guaranteed for countless applications, including rollercoaster support legs, scaffolds and other steel structures, industrial robots anchored to the floor or suspended ventilation systems and other installations in tunnel construction. Additional applications include noise barriers, climbing formwork on high-rise constructions, seismic bracing, high-voltage power line fixings and much more. fischer’s new SensorAnchor enables the permanent and intelligent monitoring of the absolute values of a fixing’s preload and operational forces.

  The product consists of an anchor rod with an integrated sensor that allows forces to be measured directly in the fastening (flux). In order to read the measured values, the SensorAnchor is continuously connected to the battery or mains-powered SensorGateway, which transfers the encrypted data to the fischer cloud in a defined cycle through a wireless standard developed specifically for the Internet of Things (NB-IoT).

  Preload and operational forces are continuously monitored in real time and sent to the Construction Monitoring software application. In order to read the current measurement, the SensorGateway that requires checking is simply accessed via the app before the connected anchor is selected. If the defined force exceeds or falls below the threshold values, a push notification is immediately sent to the smartphone or browser.

  The SensorAnchor is made of highly corrosion-resistant stainless steel and is available in all sizes of M16 and above. Up to four anchors can be monitored per gateway. IP67 protection for the electronics in addition to the shock and impact-resistant Gateway housing provide additional safety during construction and industrial applications.

  SensorDisc: Scan forces with a smartphone In addition to the SensorAnchor, fischer is also launching its SensorDisc, a washer for the long-term monitoring of preload force levels of standard screw connections. The measurement is provided at the time of the reading. In order to enable monitoring, the product made of highly corrosion-resistant stainless steel is equipped with a measurement and readout sensor as well as an antenna. No additional hardware is required. The measured value is the preload level percentage in relation to the installation state.

  Data is transferred using contactless technology and can be accessed via the fischer PRO app using a standard smartphone. The SensorDisc can be used for years thanks to its battery-free, fully passive electronics. Energy is generated via the electric field produced by the reading device and is used to supply the system. If the SensorDisc is touched with a smartphone, this transfers the energy field to the disc, which is then used to measure the current force in the screw connection and report the measured value back to the mobile device. In order to see the remaining percentage of the original preload force, the SensorDisc simply has to be selected and scanned using the PRO app. The disc only needs to be tapped with a standard smartphone to be scanned and can be repeatedly loosened, disassembled and reused in another location.

  The washer is available in sizes M16 and above with no upper limit. SensorDisc applications include wind turbines, crane runways, concrete formwork and flange joints on pipe systems, such as on process engineering or petrochemical production plants.

  Further information can be found at: www.fischer.de/construction-monitoring

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  The Internet of Things is advancing into fixing technology: The fischer Group of Companies is pushing construction monitoring forward with intelligent, connected fastening products and the fischer Construction Monitoring software solution.

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  fischer is connecting fastening technology with intelligent measuring systems with a world first, made possible thanks to the SensorAnchor and SensorDisc combined with fischer Construction Monitoring.

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  fischer is connecting fastening technology with intelligent measuring systems with a world first, made possible thanks to the SensorAnchor and SensorDisc combined with fischer Construction Monitoring.

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  Sensor-integrated fischer fixing products and fischer Construction Monitoring allow fixings to be efficiently monitored, make acting forces in constructions and facilities transparent, improve safety through early damage detection and result in minimal maintenance requirements thanks to planning. Applications include wind turbine facilities and much more.

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  Sensor-integrated fischer fixing products and fischer Construction Monitoring allow fixings to be efficiently monitored, make acting forces in constructions and facilities transparent, improve safety through early damage detection and result in minimal maintenance requirements thanks to planning. Applications include wind turbine facilities and much more.

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  SensorAnchor: The innovation enables precise measurement and monitoring from a distance.

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  SensorDisc: The SensorDisc simply has to be selected and scanned using the fischer PRO app in order to check the acting forces in a fastening.

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  QR code for the fischer Construction Monitoring landing page.

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  Author: Katharina Maria Siegel-Rieck

  Press Relations Office fischer fixing systems

  Telephone: +49 7443 12 – 4217

  Email: KatharinaMaria.Siegel-Rieck@fischer.de

• FASTENER FAIR ITALY 2022

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Fastener distribution, Fastener suppliers, Fasteners manufacturers on Nov 08, 2022

  ITALY’S LEADING INTERNATIONAL FASTENER AND FIXING EXHIBITION CONFIRMS ITS ROLE AS A MEETING POINT FOR PROFESSIONALS IN THE SECTOR

  Milan, 3 November 2022 – In less than a month, Fastener Fair Italy 2022 will open its door to the next edition of the international event dedicated to the fastener and fixing industry. On 30 November, the unmissable fastener and fixing technology event will kick off in Hall 3 at Fiera Milano City, in Milan, where national and international producers and distributors will be able to showcase their products and services, as well as present the latest innovations and technological advancement.

  To date, there are around 200 exhibitors from 16 countries representing the sector, including Ambrovit S.p.A., Berardi Bullonerie Srl, Bonfatti Filettature Srl, Bontempi V.I.B.O. S.p.A., Bralo Italia, Carlo Salvi S.p.A., CHAVESBAO (CHAVES BILBAO S.A.), Di Costa Guiseppe Srl, Dimac Srl, Fastbolt Schraubengroßhandels GmbH, Lederer GmbH, MEVI ITALIA Srl, Piloni Srl, SOM FASTENERS, The-ma S.p.A, VIPA S.p.A., VISION Srl, VITAL S.p.A., Zincoplating S.r.l. and many more. Fastener Fair Italy offers a meeting point for market professionals to share new trends, launch new products, encourage corporate marketing activities, and personally meet customers, suppliers and business partners, all gathered under the same roof in one of the major European industrial economies.

  "The strong exhibitor participation in Fastener Fair Italy 2022 is a positive signal indicating an industry's need to return to in-person events to facilitate business networking and trade and enable new sales opportunities”, comments Liljana Goszdziewski, Portfolio Director for the European Fastener Fairs. “We can safely say that there is a keen interest in the event among the sector's key players, and we look forward to welcoming exhibitors, visitors and partners to Fastener Fair Italy 2022".

  The event will include a programme of seminars, workshops and exhibitor presentations, which will enhance the visitor experience with relevant discussions aimed at the entire industrial supply chain. In particular, on Wednesday, 30 November, the conference organised by ECAP - European Consortium of Anchors Producers, "Revision of the Construction Products Regulation, based on the Commission proposal presented in March 2022", will be held. On 1 December, the workshop "Finishes and surface treatments for fastening elements: trends and perspectives", organised by AIFM - The Italian Association of Metal Finishing, focused on innovations regarding surface coatings of fastening systems. Organised by Mack-Brooks Exhibitions – Part of RX, the event organiser, and in collaboration with partners, the seminars will be open to both exhibitors and visitors.

  Fastener Fair Italy is supported by the following Media Partners: AIFM - Italian Association of Metal Finishing, Assemblaggio e Meccatronica, Deformazione, Expometals, Fasten.it, Fastener+Fixing Magazine, Fastener Eurasia, Fastener Magazine from Poland, Fastener Technology International, Fastener World, ICT - Industrial Cleaning Technologies, IPCM - International Paint&Coating Magazine, Italy Export, La Rivista del Colore, L’Ammonitore, L'industriale, Meccanica & Automazione, Meccanica & Meccatronica, Metal Week, MTM - Machine Tool Market, MTM - Subfornitura, MTM - Tornitura, NewsMec, Rivista di Meccanica Oggi, Subfornitura & Eco-Industria and Tecn’è.

  Visitor information, tickets and opening hours

  Fastener Fair Italy 2022, the 3rd International Exhibition for Fastener and Fixing Technology, will be held in Hall 3 at Fiera Milano City, Milan, Italy, from 30 November to 1 December 2022. The opening hours are from 10:00 to 18:00 for both exhibition days.

  Admission is free for visitors who pre-register online on the event's official website. The cost of the ticket purchased during the event days is € 35.

  For more information on the conference programme, the exhibitor list, and to register for free to attend the show, please visit the website https://www.fastenerfairitaly.com

  Fastener Fair Italy is part of a series of commercial events targeted at the fastener and fixing industry, including Fastener Fair Global, the flagship event of the Fastener Fair brand held in Germany, Fastener Fair India, Fastener Fair Mexico and Fastener Fair USA.

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  Author: Carolina Mailander Comunicazione

  Fastener Fair Italy Press Office Italy

  Federico Blandino - Tel 340 4792524 Mail federico.blandino@cmailander.it

  Martina Bruno - Mail martina.bruno@cmailander.it

  Mack-Brooks Exhibitions Ltd – Part of RX – Fastener Fair Italy International Press Office

  Gloria Vezzoli - Mail gloria.vezzoli@mackbrooks.co.uk

• Successful relaunch for the EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR in Cologne

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Fastener distribution, Fasteners manufacturers on Oct 14, 2022

  +++ Around 25,000 visitors from 125 countries +++ Industry celebrates the trade fair’s relaunch after pandemic-related cancellations +++ Over 70 per cent of trade visitors travelled from outside Germany +++ Exhibitors praise high-quality contacts +++ Event’s results exceeded expectations +++

  

  After more than four years, the EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR 2022 has celebrated a successful comeback in Cologne. Around 1,400 exhibitors from 50 countries took advantage of the opportunity to present their products and innovations to the entire hardware industry again. The spectrum of products presented ranged from tools and accessories to building and DIY supplies all the way through to fasteners, fixings and fittings.

  After four successful days of trade fair activity, the EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR 2022 has closed its doors in Cologne. With around 25,000 trade visitors from 125 countries, the event returned after a 4.5-year enforced break and immediately confirmed its importance as the number one trade fair for the international hardware industry.

  “The sense of relief at finally being able to meet face to face again after such a long time and do business in person could be clearly felt among all our exhibitors and trade visitors throughout the entire trade fair,” said Oliver Frese, Chief Operating Officer of Koelnmesse GmbH. “You had the feeling that a big family was getting together again after a long time apart.”

  “The trade fair was a success, especially in the context of the ongoing travel restrictions in Asia, the acute energy and raw materials crisis, and the geopolitical situation in many countries. The feedback from our exhibitors about the business contacts they’ve made is positive across the board. Clearly, companies made a strategic decision to attend the EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR – the decision makers were here,” commented Oliver Frese.

  EISEN Award 2022 powered by ZHH

  The coveted EISEN Award was presented once again at the first EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR after the pandemic. This time, Koelnmesse partnered with the German hardware trade association Zentralverband Hartwarenhandel (ZHH). From the more than 50 innovative products submitted, the expert jury selected the three prize winners of the EISEN Award 2022 powered by ZHH. The prize winners include the AluTec hammer by Picard. The carpenter’s hammer boasts a unique combination of aluminium and steel, which enables previously unachievable ergonomics. The second winning entry is the Go! SMART measuring tool by SOLA-Messwerkzeuge. At just 8 cm long, it brings the analogue and digital worlds together and fulfils the functions of a spirit level, an inclinometer and a protractor. Also among the EISEN Award winners for 2022 is ToughBuilt with its Scraper Utility Knife – the world’s first two-in-one. The patented knife allows users to switch between a utility knife and a scraper with the flick of a thumb.

  DIY Boulevard 2022

  In cooperation with the manufacturers’ association Haus & Garten, Koelnmesse presented its 56 DIY suppliers with an exhibition area covering a total length of 272 metres, which had been fully booked long before the opening of the event. The DIY Boulevard offered manufacturers the unique experience of being able to design the POS in line with their branding with an authentic display of their merchandise as well as the chance to make direct contact with end customers.

  eCommerce area

  The digital transformation does not stop at the hardware industry. The EISENWARENMESSE – INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR has followed this development closely. With the eCommerce area, it provided the ideal platform for both finding and showcasing digital solutions. The spectrum of products and services ranged from shop systems and electronic payment systems to data storage and processing all the way through to search engine optimisation. The content of the eCommerce area was curated by major names including eBay, OTTO, DHL, Facebook and Shopware.

  What the industry’s saying about the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair 2022

  John W. Herbert, General Secretary of the European DIY Retail Association (EDRA) and the Global Home Improvement Network (GHIN)

  “The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair is the most important platform for our industry. It’s both a barometer of trends and a trendsetter. In other words, it’s the networking platform for the global hardware trade. I’m very happy to be in Cologne, meeting so many colleagues from all over the world.”

  Dr Peter Wüst, Managing Director of the German Retailers’ Association for Home Improvement, Building and Gardening (BHB e.V.)

  “I’m delighted to be at the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair. The event is absolutely vital for maintaining business relationships face-to-face in this period of crisis. Despite the difficult times we find ourselves in, I’m picking up a sense of optimism about the future from the people I’ve been talking to.”

  Wolfgang J. Kirchhoff, Chairman of the Advisory Board of the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair

  The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair Cologne is still the industry’s number-one event, where most of its innovations are presented. It’s the trade fair with the strongest international profile, even though many visitors and exhibitors from Asia have been unable to attend due to the pandemic.”

  Dietrich Alberts, Managing Director of GAH-Alberts

  “The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair has earned its reputation as the industry’s leading trade fair over many years. Exhibitors and visitors know they can expect high quality across the board when they come here.” Stefano Spillere, General Manager of Telwin SpA “Telwin has been coming to the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair for more than 30 years. For us, the trade fair is very important in terms of cultivating our network and maintaining contact with our international customers.

  Paul Samms, Director of Licensing at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

  “We’re over the moon to be back at the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair after a break of more than four years. Our international customers have told us that they travelled to Cologne for the trade fair especially because of us. The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair is the ideal place to tap into new areas of the market and find new retailers.”

  Ferdinand Munk, owner and Managing Director of MUNK Group

  “Of course, after the coronavirus pandemic, it’s great for the industry to get together again at the EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair. The number of contacts may not be as high as it used to be yet, but the quality is exceptional because the visitors are enthusiastic about returning to Cologne to maintain their business relationships in person.”

  Thomas Dammann, Managing Director of the Central Association of the Hardware Trade in Germany (ZHH e.V.)

  “The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair is particularly important for the specialised trade because it provides the opportunity to maintain relationships with international contacts and establish new ones. The trade fair is a chance to get an overview of all the innovations and to be inspired by the other manufacturers.”

  Sven Wilde, Head of Marketing Communications at Wiha Werkzeuge GmbH

  “The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair is the ideal opportunity for us to meet our international customers and show them our products and solutions. We’re very satisfied – even though the number of visitors to our stand was lower this year, we feel that the quality of the discussions has been even higher than usual.”

  Stefan Weigel, Executive Director/CMO at Wolfcraft

  “At Wolfcraft, we don’t just focus on the product. Instead, we look at the bigger picture in terms of sustainability and the customer journey as well as our products. The EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair is a great opportunity for me to explain this wide-ranging approach to visitors, so I’m very happy to be able to take advantage of this platform. It’s a source of potential that we, as suppliers of branded products, will continue to draw on in the future.”

  The next EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair Cologne will be held from 3 to 6 March 2024. Koelnmesse – industry trade fairs for the hardware sector:

  As a top international trade fair organiser, Koelnmesse is the global market leader in organising events for the hardware/ironware segment. It hosts the leading international event EISENWARENMESSE – International Hardware Fair Cologne at its trade fair grounds in Cologne, where Asia-Pacific Sourcing also showcases products, innovations and trends for homes and gardens from the Far East. In addition to the events at its Cologne headquarters, Koelnmesse is expanding its portfolio internationally in key markets: The China International Hardware Show in Shanghai, the International Hardware Fair Italy in Bergamo and the International Hardware Fair India in New Delhi are bespoke events and leading trade fairs for the region with international participation. They create the foundation for sustainable, international business for their participants and bring together supply and demand within the sector with a carefully targeted approach. Further information: https://www.eisenwarenmesse.com/trade-fair/industry-tradefairs/

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  Author: Judith Leyendecker

  Communications Manager

  Koelnmesse GmbH

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• 7th International Istanbul Hardware Fair to be held in August 24-27, 2023 in a larger space with additional features

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Hardware on Sep 22, 2022

  Organized by Voli Fuar, with the motto of “Growing Together” 6th International Istanbul Hardware held in the new venue with additional halls in 25,000 sqm, achieved a major success. The Istanbul Hardware Show once again prognosticated of being a milestone in the Turkish hardware industry and has achieved to entitle the internationality degree long time ago. International Istanbul Hardware Fair turned out to be a commercial arena participated by a total of 257 participants, and visited by 23,525 visitors domestic and international, as the only and unique event specialized in hardware and tools in Turkey. International Istanbul Hardware Fair opened the fair season of all international hardware fairs and become the first comprehensive exhibition of the year.

  

  Mr. Mustafa Varank, The Minister of Industry & Technology, visited the fair in the opening day. Having accompanied by Zülküf Karadayi, Project Director, Varank stopped by all the booths of the exhibitors and had discussions with the top management of the companies. Such, Mr. Şekip Avdagiç, President of the Executive Board, Istanbul Chamber of Commerce, also visited the exhibition on the last day, and he also listened the challenges of the participants about the industry along with Karadayi.

  

  Last, but not the least, the international purchasing delegations, conquered the fair. Delegations from GSP-2 and Gastroprom, two subsidiaries of Gazprom, the largest natural gas provider globally and top company of Russia, have marked 6th International Istanbul Hardware Fair on the 3rd and 4th days. Total hardware and tools purchase of these companies is estimated over 5 billion rubles globally. Following a brief presented by Yusuf Okçu, International Sales and Marketing Manager, International Istanbul Hardware Fair, the delegation visited all companies in their product range that they already have decided to supply.

  

  Committing their motto, International Istanbul Hardware Fair, keep growing. 7th edition of the International Istanbul Hardware Fair, which has a world-class dynamism in innovation, novelty and diversity, will be held in 24-27 August 2023. Organizer Voli Fuar decided to hold the exhibition in a larger space of about 45,000 sqm with the addition of Halls 4 and 8,. The organizers will dedicate Hall 8 to Occupational Health & Safety Industry on 8,450 sqm in the upcoming edition.

  The organizers recommend the visitors to arrange 4 days to visit the exhibition efficiently and to enjoy the beauty of Istanbul, where East meets West. We hope to see you next edition…

  

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  Author: Yusuf Okcu

  International Sales & Marketing Manager

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• Green plugs made of natural resources

  Posted in Fasteners manufacturers, Innovation, Sustainability on Aug 23, 2022

  fischer GreenLine

  Sustainability can also be practised in the field of fastenings, as demonstrated by an innovative product range by the fischer Group of Companies. fischer GreenLine plugs consist of at least 50 per cent renewable resources and are particularly low-emission. fischer GreenLine plugs are made of ecologically produced plastic and consist of at least 50 per cent renewable resources. This has been confirmed by the independent testing and certification body DIN CERTCO/TÜV Rhineland, which has classified the plugs in the BIOBASED 50-85% category. Castor oil made from the seed of the castor bean is used to produce the plastic components of fischer’s GreenLine fixing solutions. Tests examining the load level and long-term behaviour demonstrated that the green plug offers the same performance and load-bearing capacity as the grey classic. Six green plugs are currently available.

  With FIS GREEN, fischer offers an injection mortar with biobased components including materials with various functions: reactive resins, fillers, additives, plasticisers and thermoplastic polymers. Tests show that it achieves the same performance as the petrochemical-based original. DIN CERTCO confirms its composition of natural and renewable resources. The FIS GREEN has an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) from the Institute of Construction and Environment (IBU) as a data basis for an ecological building assessment. The increased environmental health and improved occupational protection through the reduced emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) certify the product’s classification in the French A+ “very low in emissions” emission class.

  fischer demonstrates further responsibility for people and planet. The fischer ProcessSystem, which prevents waste, makes a daily contribution to sustainability across the entire company. To honour its commitment in this field the fischer Group of Companies was presented with the German Sustainability Award 2020 in the large businesses category. In addition to its GreenLine, the fixing specialist offers additional sustainable fastening innovations such as its hazard-label free injection mortar FIS V Zero. The innovative formula of the label-free universal mortar guarantees user-friendly and secure use with environmentally friendly application and disposal. The FIS V Zero also fulfils the highest requirements in maintaining clean indoor air quality to the benefit of inhabitants and people using the building.

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  As the winner of the German Sustainability Award 2020, the fixing expert fischer offers low-emission and environmentally friendly fastening innovations such as the fischer GreenLine, which consists of at least 50 per cent renewable resources.

  

  Castor oil made from the seed of the castor bean is used to produce the plastic components of fischer’s GreenLine fixing solutions. These materials do not compete with food and fodder or their respective crop areas.

  

  Six green fischer plugs are currently available: UX Green for universal applications, SX Green with 4-way expansion, GK Green for plasterboard, the hammerfix N Green, GB Green for a particularly good hold in aerated concrete and FID Green for thermal bridge-free installation in insulation materials.

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  Author: Katharina Siegel-Rieck

  Press Relations Officer

• INTERNATIONAL HARDWARE FAIR ITALY MAKES ITS DEBUT

  Posted in Fairs and exhibitions, Hardware on Jul 18, 2022

  

  The International Hardware Fair Cologne launches satellite event

  The new event “powered by EISENWARENMESSE” will be held from 5-6 May 2023 at Fiera di Bergamo

  Koelnmesse brings the approved trade fair model of EISENWARENMESSE to Italy by launching International Hardware Fair Italy. The new international project for the European market will provide a "home" in odd years to the world of hardware, building, DIY, outdoor and gardening, safety, colour, electrical and industrial supplies. “Our decision to launch International Hardware Fair Italy is in line with our strategy to strengthen our global portfolio while responding to the growing demand in the Italian market” according to Gerald Böse, CEO of Koelnmesse GmbH.

  

  Briefly, this is the commitment that the new event intends to maintain by alternating with the International Hardware Fair Cologne. The Italian event will adopt contents, style, philosophy, objectives and quality of the largest trade fair in the sector worldwide. This new format underlines the great attention of one of the world's most important trade fair organisers for Italy, which, beyond being a leading market, is certainly one of the most attractive location for events of European importance.

  The choice of the new location, Bergamo, meets the development and internationality requirements of the new event. It is easily accessible, in a strategic position in northern Italy and well connected to all of Europe.

  "For some time now, we have been collecting precise signals from the Italian and European markets for an event that will provide the many sectors mentioned with the necessary continuity of relationship with the market", comments Thomas Rosolia, CEO of Koelnmesse's Italian subsidiary. "We have chosen to put all our experience as exhibition organisers into an international exhibition that meets the real needs of the technical hardware, building and DIY sector. We will achieve this goal with the collaboration of institutional partners and leading production and distribution companies", adds Mr. Rosolia.

  

  International Hardware Fair Italy will be targeting an extremely wide range of visitors: from traditional and professional hardware distributors to tool shops, from large-scale retailers and DIY brands to paint shops and building material retailers. Of course, manufacturers and importers, distributors and decision makers from the industry panel, the increasingly important e-commerce platforms, garden centres, buyers, industry and service companies, will all be present too. The exhibition is completed by a full calendar of side events: business meetings with major distributors, conferences, demo areas and training workshops to explore the topics and problems of fast-changing sectors.

  See you at International Hardware Fair Italy, 5-6 May 2023 Fiera di Bergamo

  www.hardwarefair-italy.com

  Author: Koelnmesse – Hardware worldwide

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  As an international top organiser of trade fairs, Koelnmesse is the global market leader for the product sections hardware/ironware divided up into the segments Tools, Industrial Supplies, Fasteners and Fixings, Fittings, Home Improvement as well as for the innovations of these industries. The leading trade fair EISENWARENMESSE - International Hardware Fair Cologne - as well as Asia-Pacific Sourcing in Cologne, the International Hardware Fair Italy in Milan and CIHS - China International Hardware Show in Shanghai/China - are exemplary for this.

  www.hardware-worldwide.com

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• fischer’s sustainability is honoured with Plus X Award

  Posted in Award, Fasteners manufacturers, Industry 4.0, Sustainability on Mar 22, 2022

  “You are new, eco -friendly, cool, alternative, sustainable and green” – it was with these words that the fischer Group of Companies was initially informed by email that it was being presented with the Plus X Award for sustainability. The award honours companies that stand for a sustainable future with their sense of responsibility and foresight. Christia n Ziegler, Head of Sustainability, Environment and Energy at fischer, is pleased about the award as it serves as confirmation of the company’s outstanding commitment once again.

  The Plus X Award is the world’s largest innovation award for technology, sports and lifestyle. Having existed for 19 years, the award honours companies such as the fischer Group of Companies for their leading edge in innovation. “Your company acts in a fut ure-oriented and sustainable manner with its exemplary commitment, foresight and sense of responsibility”, the statement said.

  “Our colleagues prevent waste on a daily basis through the continuous improvement process, also known as the fischer ProcessSystem, making a significant contribution to the sustainability of the fischer Group of Companies”, Christian Ziegler explains. Together with fischer’s cross-departmental sustainability team, he has been committed to showing all fischerwerke GmbH & Co. KG Corporate Communications Klaus-Fischer-Straße 1 72178 Waldachtal members of staff potential sus tainable actions for years. An ideas campaign on the subjects of sustainability and the environment was used to gather suggestions on how to be even more resource-efficient across the company.

  A mobile phone campaign gave members of staff the opportunity to donate their old smartphones which are used to collect rare earths before they are recycled. Another exchange with representatives of important stakeholder groups was held again this year with the stakeholder workshop, which allows fischer to define fi elds of action. The stakeholders included customers, suppliers, representatives from the communities surrounding company headquarters and the Freudenstadt district as well as NGOs, national associations, environmental groups and scientists.

  The Plus X Award is presented by a jury of international and independent jurors from over 80 industries. With 23 strategic partners and over 700 participating international brands, it is the world‘s largest innovation prize for technology, sport and lifestyle.

  fischer has previously won multiple awards for its comprehensive commitment to sustainability. The company was presented with the 2020 German Sustainability Award in the large businesses category, Europe’s biggest and most important award in the field of sustainability. Various projects at the Tumlingen site were furthermore honoured as part of the 100 Companies for Resource Efficiency projet.

  

  Image caption: fischer is being presented the Plus X Award for sustainability for its exemplary commitment, foresight and sense of responsibility.

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  Author: Wolfgang Pott

  Head of Corporate Communications

  Telephone: +49 7443 12 – 6622

  Email: Wolfgang.Pott@fischer.de

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