SECTOR INSIGHT
Industry is Ready to Get Back to FIT
When FIT Show opens its doors at the NEC next May , organisers are anticipating record levels of visitor numbers as it brings the industry back together for the first time since 2019 . Over 80 % of space has already been allocated to exhibiting brands . Visitor pre-registration figures continue to track well above the numbers for the same point in the campaign for 2019 , reinforcing the appetite to get back to live events .
» INSTALLERS ( OVER 25 %) top the main company activity for those who have pre-registered to visit FIT Show in May , closely followed by fabricators ( 12 %), glaziers ( 11 %) and builders / property developers ( 9 %). The broad mixture of categories spans right through to merchants , architects and local authorities .
Doors remain the number one product that visitors will be attending FIT Show to see , compare and purchase . Bi-fold doors just top the list ( 5 %) with an even spread of appetite for aluminium doors , windows , composite products , hardware and furniture . Garden accessories feature more prominently than previous years at 2 % reflecting the growing trend for outdoor living .
FIT Show typically attracts 10,000 visitors across the three days of the show . A large proportion of those who have registered early to visit are C-suite level , with company director ( 22.5 %), business owner ( 17 %) and MD ( 12 %) all featuring as the primary visitor job title .
Reinforcing the importance of face-to-face business and the appetite to get back to live events , the main reasons that preregistrants have highlighted as their reasons for visiting include ; to see new products and equipment ( 24 %) and to meet suppliers , customers and network ( 23 %.)
There is also a clear appetite for FIT Show ’ s learning programme with 21 % of pre-registrants wanting to keep abreast of changes in the industry ( 21 %), as well as specifically wanting to attend seminars ( 7 %).
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Setting the standard for nightlatch security
» LEADING HOME security provider , ERA , is celebrating the 15 year anniversary of its British Standard high security nightlatch , having sold over 500,000 units since its launch in 2006 .
The significant milestone demonstrates ERA ’ s longstanding commitment to providing security professionals with high quality , reliable products that deliver first class performance , safety and durability .
Available with a 40mm and 60mm backset , the high security nightlatch is suitable for replacing most existing door locks , with the classic and robust design delivering unrivalled protection .
For additional security and peace of mind , the ergonomic internal locking handle can be deadlocked with an anticlockwise turn of the key from the inside , whilst the high security integral cylinder pull protects the cylinder from being drilled .
Kerry Blackford , Head of Product at ERA , commented : “ For over 180 years , ERA has been providing window fabricators , installers , locksmiths and security professionals with high quality security solutions that offer exceptional levels of protection for homeowners .
“ The 15 year anniversary of our British Standard Nightlatch is testament to our commitment to a continually evolving and enhanced product range that sets the standard for quality , functionality and longevity . As a business at the very forefront of the industry , we are committed to building
upon our extensive knowledge to continuously develop innovative security solutions that align with modern standards and meet customer demands .”
Suitable for inward opening interior and exterior timber doors , the British Standard high security nightlatch is available in a range of finishes , including brass , satin chrome , polished chrome , satin nickel and black , with matching brass effect and satin cylinders .
The nightlatch is supplied with a 10 year function , finish and security guarantee , and conforms to British Standard 3621:2007 .
For further information on ERA ’ s diverse portfolio of security products , visit www . eraeverywhere . com or contact the sales team on 01922 490 000 or email info @ eraeverywhere . com
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