If there were a theme song for this year’s International Builders Show (IBS), it might be Bruce Springsteen’s “Glory Days.” Except in this case, they aren’t passing by so much as they appear to be returning. After a tumultuous experience with a virtual format in 2021 and a subdued in-person turnout in 2022, the show […]

Officials for NürnbergMesse announced this morning the postponement of Fensterbau Frontale, citing concerns over the current outbreak of the coronavirus. The decision follows feedback from customers and industry representatives, a press release explained. As a result, the event will not take place as planned, from March 18-21, in Nuremberg, Germany, instead postponed to “a date […]

The second day of Fensterbau Frontale in Nuremberg, Germany, featured even bigger crowds and a palpable buzz through the crowded exhibition halls. “The traffic is extreme,” said Zaynip Temiz of machinery maker Elumatec.  “On the first day we had over 130 leads, but today I’d guess it’s double.” “The show here is very special,” said […]

SIMONSWERK, a manufacturer of adjustable door hinges, is continuing its international expansion by establishing a new subsidiary in Whitewater, Wis. The German company has manufactured hinge systems for 120 years, and serves more than 60 international markets and has representation in 19 countries. The company says it generates annual sales of approximately $100 million with […]