time .

At this stage , I simply cannot confirm what the entry requirements will be . We will continue to keep a close eye on the government guidelines , as well as those of our industry trade bodies such as the Association for Events Organisers . The NEC has its own Covid rules and regulations so we will of course be working closely and guided by the venue at the time . So much can change between now and May but we are confident that the spring climate , excellent vaccine and booster rollout and the resilience of our industry all point to a very successful return next May .

2 . Why should installers take time out from their busy schedules to visit ?

Where else can you find all of the latest products on the market under one roof ? Where else can you speak directly to manufacturers en masse ? FIT Show delivers all of this .

When FIT Show opens in May , we ’ ll be bringing every link in the fenestration industry back together for the first time in three years . There will be new products , new seminars and sessions to help installers become more profitable , and more reasons to celebrate after an extended period of restricted face-to-face interaction . A trip to FIT will help them to do better business .

What I would say is that people have been registering earlier than ever to visit the show - people are ready to get back to FIT . Our visitor registration is up by 50 % compared to the same point in the campaign for 2019 . And we ’ ve got some really exciting new and returning brands that installers will be able to see .

Without naming all 200 of them , returning brands they can expect to see include the likes of Doorco , Emmegi , Glazpart , Haffner Murat , Hormann UK ,

Kommerling , composite decking supplier , Ronjack , Roseview Windows , Made For Trade , Morley Glass , Ultraframe , VEKA and Victorian Sliders .

And in terms of FIT Show first timers , they will be able to see Adminbase , Checkatrade , Exlabesa , Fentrade , International

Timber , Rockdoor , Solar Calibre Doors , STORM Building Products and UK Doors Online . Other exhibitors who have signed up in recent weeks include bespoke metal door manufacturer , Strongdor and modular steel outbuildings manufacturer , Telluria and ICB Fabrication .

3 . What is one thing installers visiting the FIT Show should not miss ?

My biggest tip for installers would be to plan their visits . Registering early will ensure that they are on our visitor lineup which will mean that they will be the first in line to hear about exclusive show offers and discounts . We ’ ll also keep in touch with the latest news and updates in the run up to the show and send hints and tips on maximising their time at the show .

Secondly , I would urge them to look out for our ‘ Installer Trail ’ once they ’ re at the show . This will guide them to the exhibitors that have new products and installer specific offers . We ’ ll also have a trail for ‘ new products ’ and our brand new ‘ outdoor living ’ feature with complementary products to add to their core portfolios .

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