Decorative Panels at ZOW

British paper foil laminator Decorative Panels Ltd is attending ZOW at Bad Salzuflen, February 20-23, 2006 for the first time. In fact, says sales manager Stephen Cadwell: ‘This is the first time in our 90+ year history, that we have attended an offshore exhibition - and I think that what we have to offer European board manufacturers and processors will go down very well’.

New foils for the Euro marketplace will be launched at ZOW, many developed as part of DP's Synergy initiative for continuity with existing PVC membrane pressing foils by some of the world's big producers. Continuity, according to Steve Cadwell, is the key to marrying the use of well printed and inexpensive paper foils with alternative board facing materials such as PVCs and laminates.

Another first will be the launch of new CPL and LiteCore ranges from Decorative Panels. CPL is a durable, cost effective 0.2mm laminate which offers significant cost savings over more traditional HPLs. And LiteCore is a chunky but lightweight new board alternative which also offers substantial cost savings as well as flexibility compared with better established thicker board alternatives.

Tough, hard wearing new UltraFoils from DP will be a strong presence on the 2006 stand at ZOW. UltraFoil meets demanding British standards including FIRA 6250 for severe horizontal use and BS6222 and makes the superior print quality of paper foils viable for use in conjunction with contract furniture, kitchens and office environments.

A portfolio of more than 100 alternative foil prints includes a broad selection of wood grain patterns and many complementary unicolours. Decorative Panels has plans to introduce new foil print designs on a continuous basis with complementary single colours in response to wide ranging customer needs and industry trends.

The company says that as the European Union's largest paper foil trade laminator, Decorative Panels pioneered the technology in the UK and has recorded rapid and consistent growth during the past 30 years. Supplying decorative paper foil laminated furniture board in full sheet form and also wide ranging panel based components, the Yorkshire company has achieved an annual trading revenue of approaching Euros 60M.

With two lamination lines - one the world's largest at 90mtrs in length - running 24/7 in a newly custom built 12,000 sq metre factory plus a thin board line for matching cabinet backs and drawer base panels into the carcassing equation, Decorative Panels has an overall lamination output potential of more than half a million square metres of board per week. And three additional Huddersfield factories are devoted to the contract manufacture of paper foil laminated panel components supporting Decorative Panels claim to be: 'Europe's leading paper foil trade lamination house'.

Decorative Panels: Stand B4, Hall 22, ZOW 2006.

Tel: 01484 658341
Email: sales@decorativepanels.co.uk

http://www.zow.de/en/

Enter Through Poggenpohl at KBB

KBB incorporating Expotile 2006 has announced the involvement of Poggenpohl at the event next year. Poggenpohl will be exhibiting in the exclusive Kitchen Gallery area, a section within the show that will display a host of high-end kitchen manufacture.

Poggenpohl will not only feature within the Kitchen Gallery along with other kitchen manufacturers such as Bau-for-mat, Brookmans and Alno, but will also feature in one of the entrances to the event. Visitors will be able to walk through a Poggenpohl kitchen and discover its beauty before being launched into the kitchen and bathroom industry event.

Martin Gill, Managing Director, comments, ‘The event has been revamped and revitalised for 2006 to attract a more sophisticated audience, both in terms of visitors and exhibitors. On that basis, we have not only booked a stand in the VIP area but will also be displaying our latest innovation, PLUSMODO by Jorge Pensi, in the main entrance to the Kitchen Gallery to welcome guests as they arrive.

‘We are delighted that our designs will be visible to architects, specifiers and developers, the vast majority of whom will be looking for high quality living solutions from reputable sources. It has the potential to become one of the most significant events on our exhibition calendar.’

The Poggenpohl Champagne and Sushi Bar within the Kitchen Gallery will also be tempting you with some stylish offerings.

KBB incorporating Expotile 2006 will take place from 22-25 January 2006 at the NEC, Birmingham. KBB incorporating Expotile is an integral part of The Interiors Event that also comprises The Furniture Show, Furnishing Accessories, Collection, The Lighting Show, Design Interiors and Soft.

For a complimentary ticket to KBB incorporating Expotile, please visit http://www.kbb.co.uk or call +44 (0)870 429 4636.

Grand plans for Grand Designs Live 2006, 2-4 June 2006, ExCeL London

Following the hugely successful launch of Grand Designs Live earlier this year, publishing group Media 10 and FremantleMedia Licensing Worldwide, have announced Grand Designs Live 2006.

Attracting an incredible 43,451 visitors in three days, Grand Designs Live 2005 was recognised as, 'the most spectacular launch show I have witnessed in this industry in the last two decades' (Kevin Murphy, ExCeL's Deputy CEO and MD Exhibitions).

The record-breaking launch show at ExCeL London is set to increase 25% in size in 2006, with the number of exhibitors increasing to over 500.

Grand Designs Live is based on the hugely successful talkbackTHAMES series for Channel 4, which is presented by design guru Kevin McCloud. The event, which has evolved into a spectacularly vibrant show and changed the face of the interiors exhibition industry forever, aims to inform, excite and inspire visitors to create their own 'Grand Design' - with everything they need from around the world available to purchase under one-roof.

Keen to reflect current trends in design and modern living, the organisers are busy working with exhibitors, sponsors and set designers to create an environment packed with creative displays and show-stopping features, devised to spark creativity, enthusiasm and ingenuity.

The celebrity line-up for 2005 spanned the cream of the industry and included guest speakers Sarah Beeny, Antony Worrall Thompson, Diarmuid Gavin and Naomi Cleaver. Headed by Kevin McCloud for the second time, the 2006 exhibition promises even greater celebrity attractions.

Grand Designs Live is a broad-based show, containing five distinct but closely related sections. Each hall will contain themed clinics with experts on hand to offer visitors advice on their own design projects, however large or small.

GRANDInteriors - a popular section of the show, which will encompass everything required to furnish a home from flooring, furniture and furnishings to storage systems, lighting, heating, sound and entertainment systems.

GRANDBuild - a must-see for those taking on a self-build project, GRANDBuild will provide access to experts and suppliers, as well as a chance to review products and materials up close. GRANDBuild will include companies specialising in build kits and frames, doors and windows, loft conversions, roofing, heating and electrical products.

GRANDGardens - this section will provide inspirational ideas to make the most of outside space from decking and furniture to water features, conservatories, outdoor buildings, tree houses and lots of living and architectural plants.

GRANDKitchens+Bathrooms - this area of the show will provide everything (including the kitchen sink) to inspire two of the key rooms in any house. GRANDKitchens+Bathrooms will include companies specialising in kitchen appliances, storage, lighting, whirl pools, showers and furniture.

GRANDShopping Arcade - to complete the look of a home, visitors will have the unique opportunity to buy furnishing accessories usually unavailable on the high street including artwork, cushions, candles, picture frames and vases.

All the favourites from the TV series and last year's show will be bought to life, with more demonstrations, more experts and more information on hand.

An extensive seminar programme and numerous live demonstrations will run throughout the three-day event for those seeking advice or conducting fact-finding research.

All Grand Designs Live visitors will have the chance to:
*Purchase products and materials on the day from exhibiting companies
*Attend the FREE seminar programme of top industry speakers
*Watch LIVE demonstrations
*Be inspired by the interactive features, displays and range of companies
*Get access to industry experts for advice

'This is the exhibition that the country has been yearning for. It is the home show for the twenty-first century instead of the nineteenth' (Poggenpohl - kitchen & bathroom specialists, with 110 years' experience).

Kevin McCloud, comments: 'Grand Designs Live isn't just another homes exhibition. Like the programme it's definitive, authoritative, creative and original. You want to know how to build your dream? How to get a project right? How to employ an architect? What to prioritise? Where to find the most beautiful things for your home? Come to Grand Designs Live 2006. I'll be there every day.'

Lee Newton, managing director of Media 10, comments: 'Grand Designs Live is a great day out for everyone to enjoy. Some of the biggest names in the industry will be on hand to provide visitors with on-the-spot advice, the seminars and demos will be packed with information and inspiration, and there's also a chance to see and buy exclusive products you can't get on the high street.'

Dom Wheeler, Vice President, Licensing, UK, FremantleMedia Licensing Worldwide, licensor of Grand Designs, adds: 'Grand Designs is one of TV's most popular home design shows and we're delighted to be working with Media 10 to bring the series to life. I have no doubt that the show will be the ultimate all-in-one destination for people who are passionate about their homes'.

Grand Designs is produced by talkbackTHAMES, one of the leading UK production companies, owned by FremantleMedia.

WHAT: GRAND DESIGNS LIVE - From paint-pots to palaces, an inspirational event for everyone's Grand Design, no matter how large or small

Grand Designs Live is made up of five sections: GRANDBuild, GRANDGardens, GRANDInteriors, GRANDKitchens+Bathrooms and GRANDShopping Arcade - catering for a broad spectrum of visitor requirements.

WHERE: ExCeL London, Victoria Docks

WHEN:
Friday 2 June 2006 - 10am-7pm
Saturday 3 June 2006 - 10am - 7pm
Sunday 4 June 2006 - 10am - 6pm

For further information visit http://www.granddesignslive.com

Britannia Proves Hot Hit at BBC Good Food Show

Range cooker specialist Britannia was extremely pleased with the results from the BBC Good Food Show held at Birmingham's NEC last month, which far exceeded the company’s expectations for brochure requests.

A number of top celebrity chefs also showed interest in the Britannia products. Jean-Christophe Novelli (pictured) is already a fan and has a 150cm Britannia Classic cream range cooker in his own kitchen, which he uses throughout his cookery academy schedule.

Britannia also sponsored the British Food Theatre at the show, providing all the appliances for the theatre at the event. The theatre was used for demonstrations throughout the show and a number of celebrity chefs - including Thane Prince - cooked on the Britannia products.

Britannia's latest range cooker model, the XG which offers three grilling facilities, was among the appliances within the theatre and drew lots of attention throughout the show.

Visitors to Britannia's stand had the opportunity to enter a draw to win tickets to Jean-Christophe Novelli's cookery academy, held at his home in Hertfordshire.

‘We were delighted to be able to support the BBC Good Food Show, it's an excellent event and one which provides the perfect showcase for our appliances,’ said Britannia marketing manager Henneke Duistermaat.

‘The Good Food Show provides the opportunity for consumers to see and feel the quality of our products and is a fantastic occasion for brand promotion.’ Henneke continued.

The BBC Good Food Show is the UK's largest consumer food and drink show. Now in its 15th year, it is expected to have attracted more than 130,000 consumers.

KBB incorporating Expotile, 22-25 January 2005

KBB incorporating Expotile, the biennial event for the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and tile industry is all set to make a big splash in January at the NEC, Birmingham.

From 22-25 January 2006, five halls of the NEC will be the home of the biggest and best industry event to date. With so much growth in the industry and so many beautiful contemporary products currently on the market, KBB 2006 will not only provide a launchpad for new and innovative products, but will also look aesthetically stunning, with exhibitors already planning their stands with meticulous care.

In 2006, KBB will incorporate Expotile, the UK's only dedicated tiling industry event. With Expotile located within KBB, visitors can view the whole range of products and accessories, allowing them to create their own unique experience throughout the event. From kitchen and bathroom furniture, kitchen appliances, worktops, showers and enclosures to taps, cabinets, doors, sanitary-ware, sinks and accessories, alongside stone, ceramic, glass and other tiling materials - KBB is definitely one not to miss.

Opening Times
Sunday 22 January 0900 - 1800
Monday 23 January 0900 - 1800
Tuesday 24 January 0900 - 1800
Wednesday 25 January 0900 - 1700

How to register
To pre-register for FREE to attend KBB, visit the website http://www.kbb.co.uk where all the latest show news is available. A personalised badge and show preview will be sent to you before the show, giving you fast-track entry to the show.

Alternatively, call the ticket hotline on +44 (0) 870 429 4636

KBB is a trade only exhibition.

Trade visitors to KBB will also have complimentary access to the other shows across the Interiors Event including:

The Furniture Show - Arena, Pavilion, Halls 1-5
Furnishing Accessories - Hall 3
Collection - Hall 9
The Lighting Show - Halls 7 & 8
Design Interiors - Halls 10 & 11
Soft - Hall 12

Website
Not only can you pre-register online, the website also features up to date show information, exhibitor listings, travel and accommodation details and a whole host more....all updated on a regular basis! So take time out to visit http://www.kbb.co.uk and http://www.expotile.co.uk to find out more!

Who's There?
Key exhibitors at the KBB include Masco, Jacuzzi, Grohe, PJH Group, Pogenpohl, Blanco, J&J Ormerod, Utopia Furniture and Franke.

There are 50 international companies at the event from countries including Italy, Spain, France, Slovenia, Germany, Denmark, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden, UAE, Portugal and Czech Republic.

There are 117 new exhibitors at the event.

What's on at the show?

The Kitchen Gallery
The Kitchen Gallery will be an area of the show focusing on the top-end kitchen manufacturers. This VIP area will have its own theme and café bar, promoting the high quality of the companies. Currently signed up for the Kitchen Gallery are: Bauformat, Edwin Loxley, Alno, Poggenpohl, Waterford Kitchens and Synergy.

The Poggenpohl Champagne and Sushi Bar will provide you with a range of sophisticated offerings.

Seminars
KBB will host two seminar theatres focused on kitchens and bathrooms. Working in association with the Bathroom Manufacturers Association, The Kitchen & Bathroom Specialists Association and the National Training Group, the seminars are designed to give you practical advice and develop your industry knowledge.

R & R
Take a well deserved break at any of the three cafés within KBB. Offering light refreshments, the cafés will keep you going while you continue your journey through KBB and The Interiors Event.

Ask Me Staff
The Ask Me staff wander around the show, helping visitors find the right stand or point them in the right direction. They are easily spotted in their black jumpers with bright blue lettering emblazoned on the back.

Inside - The Interiors Party and Awards
Taking place on the evening of Tuesday 24th January Inside will be held in The Forum at the NEC and both exhibitors and visitors to The Interiors Event will be able to attend - ticket prices will be confirmed shortly.

Award categories will cover all interiors sectors and target both traditional and contemporary products at the show.

The evening will take on a 'carnival' theme with a selection of entertainment zones incorporating a DJ and dance floor, a chill zone with low lighting and sofas and a bar and games area. A high quality buffet will be served throughout the evening with welcome drinks and competitively priced alcohol on offer to all guests.

Visit http://www.insideparty.co.uk for more details on how to enter an award and how you can purchase a ticket for the evening.

Travel Information
Whether you are travelling by road, rail or air the NEC is easily accessible:

BY CAR - From your nearest motorway link join the M42. Leave at Junction 6 and follow the signs to the NEC. There's free car parking for 21,000 vehicles and regular complimentary shuttle buses to and from the main entrances.

Hall 6 is most easily accessed via the Atrium entrance, for which the North Car Park is the most convenient. However you can still easily access all parts of the show from anywhere within the site.

BY COACH - National Express provides a network of coaches across the UK, including direct routes to Birmingham International. You can visit their website at http://www.gobycoach.com or you can call them on 08705 808080.

BY RAIL - The rail network goes straight to Birmingham International station at the NEC - just a short walk from the halls. For timetable details and/or advance ticket bookings visit http://www.thetrainline.com; http://www.a2btravel.com; http://www.virgintrains.co.uk alternatively, call National Rail Enquiries on 08457 48 49 50 or Virgin Trains on 08457 222 333.

BY AIR - Birmingham International Airport is directly accessible from over 40 European cities. A newly set up SkyRail service, taking just 90 seconds, links the main terminal and Eurohub to Birmingham International railway station, situated within the NEC complex.

KBSA Corporate Members Networking Forum

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association corporate members networking forum was well attended by more than 50 corporate members, publishers and journalists who where welcomed with a welcoming glass of warm punch at Ansty Hall in Coventry on November 10th.

Attendees listened to presentations from KBSA corporate chair Barbara Leech on KBSA Corporate Member Benefits and Opportunities, KBSA managing director Graham Hayden spoke about the importance of Three-Way Insurance, Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom National Training Group Training Manager Renee Mascari provided an update on progress of the KBB NTG and KBSA public relations consultant Carol Downing gave a PR review of 2005.

Corporate forum speakers, Renee Mascari, Lucinda Kenny, Barbara Leech, Carol Downing and Graham Hayden

‘We are delighted that so many members took time out to join us at this important networking event,’ said KBSA Corporate Chair, Barbara Leech.

‘The KBSA offers unrivalled opportunities for people to network with others in the industry and to build and nurture important business relationships that will benefit them and their businesses.

‘It was also an ideal opportunity for me to share with the corporate members the objectives and aims that the KBSA corporate committee strives to achieve and the many benefits that KBSA membership brings.’

The presentations were followed by an open forum discussion and then dinner. After dinner entertainment took the form of a whisky tasting presented by connoisseur Barry King. This proved to be a lively session as guests learnt how to taste and savour different whiskeys from around the world.

EDP at ZOW 2006

Components and materials supplier to the KBB sector, European Decorative Products, will have a strong presence at ZOW 2006 in Bad Salzuflen next February.

EDP's main European principals will exhibit the latest trend setting products and concepts in their respective fields.

Decorative surface manufacturer Pentadecor will show the latest colours, finishes and patterns across a range of high performance vinyl foils. From woodgrains like the new Plum hues, to mono-colour designs in high gloss rigid PVC and PET.

Pentadecor's new facilities allow EDP to supply UK customers with a sampling and colour matching service and ZOW will be a good forum to meet and discuss future ranges.

Italian decorative handle house Cosma will once again demonstrate its expertise in pure design and the ability to creatively use new finishes and materials to not only enhance tomorrow's furniture designs, but actually become the focal point in some cases.

Probos will show the latest colours, patterns, styles and trends from the company’s Proadec range of edgebanding tapes. Probos always uses the occasion of specialist exhibitions like ZOW to not only showcase products and concepts, but to show customers how the company’s service works when it comes to colour matching, working directly on new designs and the super-fast delivery of both small and large orders including sampling.For all of these services the company relies heavily on EDP's logistics centre at Southend-on-Sea.

EDP's Terry Willett says that ZOW is a very important showcase for all of the company’s principals and essential for UK visitors planning 2006 and beyond. He looks forward to welcoming many of them in February.

Tel: 01702 618877
Email: edpgroup@btconnect.com
Web: http://www.edpgroup.co.uk

Homag Open House

Homag U.K. says that its recent October open house exhibition once again broke new ground in visitor numbers and successful business concluded.

The invitation was circulated with the first issue of Homag U.K.’s 8-page newsletter and provided details of a wide range of machines that were on display for full demonstration.

By the end of the 3-day event 136 visitors from 88 companies were shown the latest technology from different machine disciplines and each had the opportunity to become familiar with the facilities at the Castle Donington headquarters, including the aftersales and engineering back-up infrastructure and the training facilities.

Visitors were shown edgebanding technology from Brandt and Homag, beam saw technology from Holzma and the latest sliding table saw from Martin. Also CNC machining centre and drilling systems from Weeke, 5-axis CNC routing from Homag, wide belt sanding technology from Bütfering and the recently launched Martin multi-spindle throughfeed moulder.

They were also able to discuss tooling with representatives from 3 leading companies and finance requirements with members of The Bank of Scotland.

Homag U.K.’s hospitality and catering made discussions and business all the more convivial.

Homag U.K. Managing Director Paul Cooper says that the feed back from customers is unanimously positive about this type of event and its usefulness. Open house exhibitions are planned for regular intervals in the future.

Tel: 01332 856500
Email: mailto:info@homag-uk.co.uk
Web: http://www.homag-uk.co.uk

Trade Mouldings at ZOW

British manufacturer of cabinet doors and wrapped furniture components, Trade Mouldings, will exhibit for the first time at the ZOW furniture suppliers exhibition at Bad Salzuflen in Germany from February 20 - 23, 2006.

With one of the most advanced factories of its type at Cookstown, Northern Ireland, which includes a distribution centre and new design centre, Trade Mouldings also has major stockholding and distribution centres in Dublin and Greater Manchester.
At ZOW the company will exhibit its extensive ranges of precision wrapped PVC kitchen and bedroom doors along with the entire spectrum of matched mouldings and accessories.

Also on display will be the new collection of quality 5-piece PVC wrapped doors (including a PVC centre panel) which have now been added to the Trade Mouldings portfolio as a result of the installation of a new, state-of-the-art production line at the Northern Ireland factory.

Trade Mouldings will exhibit the company’s versatility of design and manufacture with doors ranging from contemporary high gloss through to more traditional woodprints and shaker styles.

Trade Mouldings will be on Stand C20 in Hall 20 at ZOW.

Tel: 01706 753600
Web: http://www.trademouldings.com

, the international manufacturer of high quality designer fittings, accessories and interiors, launched a number of product innovations at Küchenmeile from 17 – 25 September 2005. In doing so, Dornbracht chose a platform for the premiere of these new products that has over the years become one of the leading national exhibitions for kitchen specialists. In 2004 there were some 15,000 visitors to it, one-quarter of whom came from abroad.

'We are presenting fittings that are appropriate to the kitchen as a room for rituals, that are like the kitchen itself: a combination of function and emotion,' explains managing director Andreas Dornbracht. 'The preparation of dishes, eating together with family and friends - our fittings are aimed specifically at the most diverse needs and at everyday life in the kitchen.'

Along with the classic kitchen fittings Tara, Tara Classic, Meta.02, Madison and Madison Flair, Dornbracht showed for the first time its new series Elio, Maro and Lot, and a number of additions to the successful Meta.02 range. All new kitchen ranges have been designed by Sieger Design.

With its round, harmonious shapes, Elio (pictured right) imparts a feeling of comfort that the company says brings to mind uncomplicated, everyday moments. And working with Elio is just the same, because the functions of this fitting have been designed specifically with every possible requirement in mind, from washing vegetables to washing up: with an extending spray that comfortably reaches every area of the sink unit.

Elio is available in a version for hot water heaters, single-lever mixers and two-hole mixers with rosettes or a cover panel. There are also versions for left-handed users, and versions with a raised base.

The most striking thing about Maro is the square head, which flows smoothly from the spout. This avant-garde aesthetic is Dornbracht's response to the requirement for more angular, more expressive shapes - even in the kitchen. The functionality remains smooth and efficient - the aerator is integrated flush-fit with the head of the fitting, and is therefore almost invisible.

Maro is available as a single-lever mixer and as a two-hole mixer with rosettes. Both Elio and Maro have a pivoting spout to make life easier and more ergonomic.

Lot (pictured left) is sculptural in appearance; an architectural fitting with an ultra flat one-piece spout. 'It focuses on function, draws back - and that is just what makes it so striking.' says the company. 'Combined with the surface in matt platinum, its character oscillates between the severity of the form and the warmth of the material. Lot is uncompromising, pared down and yet functional - a fitting for modern, discerning architectural kitchens. Pure, clean and elegant.'

Lot has a pivoting spout; the wall mixer has a cover plate, and the two-hole mixer is available with rosettes or a cover panel.

The high-base version of Meta.02 has been specially adapted for working in the kitchen. It represents a factual, geometric design language. The proportions have been optimised for use in the kitchen. The spout is higher and pivots over the shaft of the fitting. Washing large items is easy, and there's plenty of room for cleaning and washing vegetables and fruit and filling pots. The lever has been extended for easier use.

The Meta.02 is available as a single-lever mixer with a base, and there is also a version for hot water heaters.

A new spray has been developed specifically as an addition to the series Elio and Meta.02, the design of the professional spray fitting in the current range adapted. A switch has been integrated seamlessly in the head of the spray; a touch of a button is all it takes to switch between aerator and spray. The professional spray fitting is operated by means of the lever handle. The existing sprays for the series Tara and Tara Classic have been given an improved anti-limescale system. A detergent dispenser is available to go with any of these series. The new products are all available with surfaces in chrome or matt platinum.

Web: http://www.dornbracht.com

KBSA Lightens up Part P at its Regional Meetings with ELECSA

Have you got a date ear marked in your diary to attend a KBSA regional meeting? If not, you may want to because ELECSA has teamed up with KBSA to offer information and advice on Part P at the following KBSA regional meetings:

• Thursday 3 November – Leamington Spa
• Thursday 17 November – Durham
• Thursday 24 November – Wimbledon
• Thursday 8 December – Bristol
• Thursday 15 December – Peterborough

As Julian Carter, General Manager, ELECSA said ‘These KBSA regional meetings are an excellent way to find out how Part P affects the kitchen and bathroom industry and how to comply. ELECSA assessors will be on hand to answer your questions on Part P such as the on-site assessments.’

Commenting on the seminars, Graham Hayden, KBSA Chief Executive said ‘We are delighted to welcome ELESCA to our regional meetings. We have been working with our members since the introduction of Part P in January this year to help them deal with the accreditation process and I am sure that the presentation from ELESCA will prove invaluable.’

The KBSA are located at http://www.kbsa.co.uk. Further information on ELECSA and Part P can be found at http://www.elecsa.org.uk.

Maytag's Grand Designs

Maytag UK exhibited at the first-ever Grand Design Show at the Excel Centre in London and graced the stand of the Kitchen Bedrooms & Bathrooms Magazine.

Visitors to the stand had the opportunity to win a genuine American Maytag fridge freezer, which was won by Mrs. Helen Davis of Shropshire.

Pictured here with her new 22 series Maytag fridge freezer Helen remarks,

‘We are absolutely thrilled with our Maytag and it is ideal for our family. It is difficult to say which of the features we like the most.

'For my husband it is the drinks chiller cabinet; for my sons it is the cold water dispenser and especially the crushed ice. For me, it is the superior way it keeps the food fresh, even the lettuce, very impressive.’

Sabarah Hanif, Product Manager Maytag explains,

‘This was the first ever show of its type in the UK and it lived up to its TV reputation bringing an extremely enthusiastic audience and satisfying everyone's style from the young avant-garde to the country house. As a communication platform for Maytag the event provided a super opportunity to reach an extensive audience.

'For the consumer it was a floorshow of excellent innovative content and idea, endless design variety and an insight into the best products available, and as well, of course, a chance to view, see and touch Maytag's stunning exhibits.’

For more information on the Maytag's latest appliances call your Area Sales Manager or Maytag UK on 01737 231 000 or visit the website at http://www.maytag.co.uk.

Idéo Bain 2006

Idéo Bain is being staged at the same time as Interclima+Elec-Home&Building: as a result, between 17th and 20th January 2006 Porte de Versailles will welcome over 100,000 trade visitors: installers, distributors, showroom sales staff, specifiers, public and private contractors.

Sanitaryware manufacturers have signed up in force (as of 15th September more than 85% of the show had been sold, with the sector's major groups returning) for this biennial Fédération des Industries de la Salle de Bains (FISB) event, seeing it as an opportunity to meet their core customer base in a short space of time and a unique opportunity to promote their brands and know how.

Idéo Bain and Interclima+Elec home&Building are combining their efforts through an extensive joint promotional drive aimed at their shared target markets: French and international specifiers and installers.

In 2006, Idéo Bain will be making a fuss of showroom sales staff and providing them with a special reception at the show: private entrance, cloakroom, relaxation area, guided tours of the ModesDeBains space. This operation will be supported at the show by the exhibitors' own sales forces and Idéo Bain will make a contribution towards the travelling expenses of certain showroom sales staff from the provinces.

In order to encourage meetings between exhibitors and visitors, Idéo Bain is introducing new services for its exhibitors to optimise contacts: business meetings, targeted sponsorship operations and the availability of private spaces.

Idéo Bain is an outstanding show case for the latest functions and technical innovations introduced by bathroom manufacturers: spa tubs, tropical rain forest showers, smart storage, purified lines of taps, rediscovery of the basin top, interplays of mirrors and light, multi-function radiators....

Today's bathrooms call for the finest of floor and wall finishings, and in response to this the Materials Gallery has been launched to shine the spotlight on the products of the leading finishing manufacturers in a space specifically dedicated to them and their exclusive distributors. They will display the full variety of materials and a profusion of colours: marbles, tiles, mosaic, wood, wallpapers ... and the latest creations.

Both a necessity and eagerly awaited, Idéo Bain 2006 celebrates bathroom's designed for the user's pleasure by offering the professionals and the general public high quality products backed up by leading brands.

The Hotel Bathroom Prize 2006
From the dream bathroom to its realisation, is only one step: Idéo Bain has chosen to pay homage to those who have taken it.

Following the presentation to Andrée Putman in 2002 and then to Terence Conran in 2004 of the Hotel Bathroom Prize, in 2006 it will go to the architect India Mahdavi, who will create a hotel bathroom to be revealed at the show.

Web: http://www.ideobain.com

Ambiente 2006 is 'The World’s Choice'

The Organisers of Ambiente in Frankfurt am Main say that it is 'the world's biggest consumer-goods fair for the tabletop, kitchen, housewares, giftware, party goods and home furnishing segments' and 'is an essential date in the calendar for exhibitors and visitors from over 140 countries around the globe looking to make a successful start to the new business year'.

Next year's Ambiente, scheduled to take place from 10th to 14th February 2006, will again feature some 4,600 exhibitor companies from every continent. The event will combine three of the world's top fairs under one roof, i.e. Dining, Giving and Living.

Dining
Dining is not only the world of tabletop, kitchen and housewares but also the most important trading platform in these sectors, spanning both the high-end trade and high-volume business. The six product segments are: Tavola Select, Tavola Top Trade, Houseware, Kitchen, Kitchen Trends and Passage Table & Kitchen. Ambiente 2006 is set to see an expansion in the high-volume business segment, represented by the Tavola Top Trade product group, with an increase in the number of European glass exhibitors in Hall 9.3. In order to achieve this, exhibitors of china and porcelain will be relocated from Hall 9.3 to Hall 10.0, where they will be exhibiting alongside ceramic suppliers. Another highlight will be the exhibition area for small electrical appliances. All the small electrical appliances manufacturers, around 50 of them, who attended Ambiente 2005 are due to return next February. Growing exhibitor numbers in this segment is a priority, although this can only be achieved as and when space becomes available, as all the exhibition space is currently occupied.

Design, Design
Design plays a major role at Ambiente. Prizes and special shows underline the importance Messe Frankfurt places on this theme, as illustrated by the fact that the awards ceremony for the Design Prize of the Federal Republic of Germany will be taking place at the Ambiente launch party on 10th February. The Design Prize is Germany's official design award and is handed down every year by the German Design Council, on behalf of the Germany Ministry of Economics and Technology.
The Prize honours manufactured goods and communication design products of outstandingly high design quality. The Design Plus prize for innovation is all about sustainability in design. The competition honours products which impress due to their high design quality, functionality and technical/ecological value. All Ambiente exhibitors are eligible to take part. Design Plus is awarded by the 'Initiative Form und Leben'.

The Plagiarius awards ceremony has become something of an institution at Ambiente. The dwarf with the golden nose is awarded on the first day of the fair to companies with the distinction of having particularly audaciously plagiarised product concepts.

Embedded in the Loft product segment in Hall 6.1, is the special design location where Messe Frankfurt gives a helping hand to up-and-coming designers from around the world, by way of the 'Talents' exhibition area. 'Esine', a lounge designed not just for relaxation but also as a place for touching and commenting on the prototypes on show, is the brainchild of 21 designers from Finland. Another design highlight will be on display in the foyer between Halls 5.1 and 6.1 - 'Design from Sweden' is a showcase of innovative products by Swedish designers.

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