Archetech Issue 38 2018 | Page 33

DAZZLING PRODUCTS Those daring to be different will be inspired by this year’s exhibitors including: BLFA, Bruag, Formica and Pfleiderer. The latest products and launches will be unleashed, including International Decorative Surfaces’ new Malmo Rigid vinyl flooring collection. Combining design, easy fitting, high-performance and the choice of 17 tile and woodgrain designs. Those eager to create striking and unique spaces will want to visit printable flooring expert Soyang, with its new short-term and long-lasting flooring options. The Future of Construction Hub, in partnership with Birmingham City University, provides an immersive opportunity to discover digital construction, 3D printing, robotics, AI and AR and modern methods of construction, as well as the state of the art construction simulator from Coventry University. Nathan Garnett, UKCW event director, said: “We’ve packed this year’s show with product launches and creative ideas that will inspire. From colour forecasts to bionic buildings, there will be topics that anticipate the major technological, cultural and societal trends. Looking above the ground, Fibo will be on hand to talk about its high-performing wall panels, which are a quick, affordable and stylish alternative to tiles. Bushboard will be showcasing its new bathroom panels, work surfaces and solid core range. ANS Global will be inviting visitors to experience its living walls in person and find out why they are at the forefront of sustainable architecture. Other exhibitors include: Caithness Flagstone Limited, Ecodek, Impress, Landolt, Nerostein and Ribadao. THE ‘FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION’ An Innovation Trail will showcase the latest innovative ideas, products and systems, connecting visitors with companies including William Smith, whose new 3M advanced insulation window film and 200 design options will ignite anyone’s imagination, and Morland who will introduce its new water vapour barrier alongside other timber fit-out products. THOSE EAGER TO CREATE STRIKING AND UNIQUE SPACES WILL WANT TO VISIT PRINTABLE FLOORING EXPERT SOYANG, WITH ITS NEW SHORT-TERM AND LONG- LASTING FLOORING OPTIONS.