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Glass Goes BIG at FIT Show 2019

Visit Glass, the dedicated flat glass showcase set to debut at FIT Show 2019, has seen a number of high profile brands sign up to exhibit at the NEC this May (21st to 23rd).

The lineup has grown considerably in recent months to include the likes of Lisec, GGR Group, Flat Glass Solutions, Edgetech and Saint-Gobain. Visitors can expect an impressive display of the latest processing machinery, products and equipment.

Experts from a number of Visit Glass’ exhibiting brands are scheduled to deliver key notes as part of the main FIT Show learning programme. Topics that will be covered include ‘the evolution of glass’, ‘flat glass technology’, ‘automation’, ‘pushing the boundaries of glass design to meet creative trends in large scale commercial architecture’, as well as ‘the comfort and health benefits of glass’.

Flat Glass Solutions will be showcasing a water treatment centrifuge, a new and innovative eco-friendly polishing wheel for processors, a rotary table and snip saw for IG manufacturing, along with a vacuum lifter for glass. Speaking about their decision to exhibit, Managing Director David Cahill said: “As a brand that is still in its infancy we want to expose our new products and ideas to the industry. Visit Glass will allow us to do just that.

“We’re looking forward to meeting with prospective customers, with the potential to rapidly expand our customer base, speaking directly to our target market. It’s such a long time since we had a glass show in the UK, I’m excited to see how the glass industry responds to Visit Glass.”

Edgetech Managing Director Chris Alderson comments: “We always look forward to the FIT Show, but this one is shaping up to be particularly special. We’ll be taking the opportunity to celebrate Super Spacer’s astounding success over three decades with friends throughout the industry. We’ll be introducing customers to our new e-commerce system. And, after a lot of intensive research and development behind the scenes, we’ll be unveiling our cutting-edge new spacer product.

“I’m also delighted that Joe Erb, one of Edgetech’s most senior and long-serving employees, will be making the journey to share his wisdom with us!”

Recent preregistration data has reinforced the quality audience that is being driven to this year’s FIT Show. As well as registration being significantly higher than the same period in previous campaigns, 45% of those registered for FIT Show 2019 have a turnover of over £1m, with more than half of those registered being C-suite decision makers or higher.

FIT Show Event Director, Nickie West added: “We’re delighted with the support that has been shown for the inaugural Visit Glass. We knew that there was a gap in the market to create a dedicated showcase for flat glass, and Visit Glass will do just that.

“This new feature has broadened our appeal to architects, specifiers and commercial installers too. We look forward to welcoming faces old and new to the NEC this May.”

For more information www.fitshow.co.uk/visit-glass
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Showstopping Learning Programme Announced for FIT Show 2019

FIT Show, the UK’s only dedicated event for the glass and glazing industry, has announced the launch of its free three-day learning programme for its 2019 show (Birmingham NEC, May 21st – 23rd).

The showstopping programme is made up of over 20 hours of learning content, with 50 sessions that have been developed to reflect the wants and needs of the industry, as well as FIT Show’s broadened audience.

Sessions will tackle key industry issues such as the skills gap, and bring expert content in the form of CPD certified seminars. Alongside this, the programme will deliver practical advice through workshops, business clinics and practical product demonstrations.

The full schedule, which will kick start at 10.30am on the opening day of the show (Tuesday 21st May) can be accessed via the FIT Show website. Visitors can choose from two theatres, the ‘Insight Theatre’ and ‘Discovery Theatre’, with sessions running concurrently across the three days.

FIT Show 2019 visitors can expect a diverse mix of topics, including tackling mental health in construction, driving leads and making your business more profitable, guidance on legislative changes, upskilling, automation, flat glass processing, smart home technology and much more.

Practical product and tool demonstrations will be delivered by the likes of BBC Young Carpenter of the Year and multi-award-winning tradesman, Tibby Singh. Business clinics will be delivered by various exhibitors on their stands.

A special marketing village will be hosted across the three days by Insight Data and Purplex Marketing. Visitors will be able to access firsthand information about how to better market their business, generate more sales leads, how to maximise data, and receive support and practical guidance about on and offline marketing channels such as social media.

On the third and final day of the show (Thursday 23rd May), the learning programme will commence at 10.00am with the focus shifting to skills under the badge of ‘Skills Thursday’. Skills Thursday will include content specifically designed to attract new talent into the fenestration industry in partnership with a number of key training and education provides, as well as Building Our Skills.

Employers will be able to receive advice about attracting the right talent, salary banding, unlocking funding for schemes such as apprenticeships and then how to retain that talent and upskills the workforce they have.

For college leavers, ex servicemen and career changers, there will be seminars and panel debates designed to showcase the length and breadth of opportunities that a career within fenestrations presents. Content will include CV writing advice, guidance on apprenticeships and training initiatives and real life success stories from people within the industry.

FIT Show Event Director, Nickie West commented: “We’re extremely proud of the content that has been curated for the FIT Show 2019 learning programme. We’ve been inundated with support from our exhibitors and experts from across the industry who have offered their guidance on the topics that need to be covered.

“Across the two theatres, we have compiled a showstopping programme which has been designed to bring the right people together to debate key industry issues, such as the skills gap, as well as delivering CPD approved content that will help our visitors do better business when they leave the show.

“There is less focus on brands, and a stronger emphasis on delivering rich and diverse advice, support, guidance and engaging content that we know will really add value to our visitors. And unlike previous years, much of the content will be one-off so if visitors miss it, then they run the risk of missing out!”

For a full breakdown of the programme, visit www.fitshow.co.uk/sessions-2019

 

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Official FIT Show 2019 Preview

FIT Show 2019 is set to deliver a record breaking industry showcase with more brands, products, materials and overseas exhibitors than ever before. With so much crammed into the 2019 schedule, here’s a preview of what visitors can expect when they descend on the NEC from May 21st to 23rd.

More Brands, More Products –

A showcase of everything you need to deliver the very best projects, all under one roof, across three days. 300 industry leading brands. 5,000 cutting edge products. Expect to see windows, internal and external doors, orangeries, conservatories, sky lights, hardware, tools, sealants and much more. From UPVC and timber, through to aluminium and more.

International Showcase –

Over 70 overseas companies will be making their FIT Show debut. Expect an unrivalled showcase from companies from countries including the USA, Turkey, China, Belgium, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Greece, Norway, India, Serbia and Morocco.

Exclusive Show Offers –

There will also be more competitions and exclusive show offers and incentives than previous years. FIT Show 2019 will see the launch of a brand new voucher scheme with huge discounts and savings on purchases made at the Show. Brands such as Makita, Korniche, Epwin and Eurocell have thousands of pounds worth of products and prizes to giveaway at the Show.

Time to Learn –

Over 20 hours of learning content. 50+ sessions that have been developed to reflect the wants and needs of the industry. Sessions will tackle key industry issues, such as the skills gap, and bring expert content in the form of CPD certified seminars. Alongside this, the programme will deliver practical advice through workshops, business clinics and practical product demonstrations.

Take the Trails –

FIT Show 2019 will see the introduction of a series of trails to help guide visitors around the show content which is most relevant for them. This includes a brand new installer trail, new product trail and Wood Window Alliance (WWA) backed timber trail.

Late Night –

Take advantage of ‘Late Night Tuesday’, when the show opens until 8pm on the second day of the event. Expect a real party night when this industry does what it does best connects, socialises, entertains and celebrates.

Glass Goes Big –

For the first time ever, get set to see glass on a large scale. Visit Glass is a dedicated flat glass showcase within the show that will see the very best in flat glass processing equipment, machinery and technology on the floor.

Gala Networking –

Join the industry’s biggest celebration. The FIT Show 2019 Gala Dinner is going back to its roots with an emphasis on networking. FIT Show is the main industry platform to get together with every link in the supply chain, build on existing relationships and make new connections. The gala dinner will focus very heavily on these connections, providing a real industry celebration as well as raising funds for GM Fundraising and Hope House Children’s Hospices in the process.

If you have yet to register for FIT Show, don’t miss out on your chance to be part of FIT. Register today: https://www.fitshow.co.uk/why-visit.
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