All images courtesy of Messe Düsseldorf
The Safety & Security Trend Forum in Hall 11 will feature
simple, readily comprehensible talks on six focal areas,
giving insights into recent developments. The following
themes are planned so far:
• Avoidance of airborne dust
• Explosion safety
• Safe handling and storage of hazardous materials
• Fire protection and emergency management
• Fall protection
Correct PPE and workwear is essential as these protect
wearers from accidents. Wearing comfortable and attractive
designs considerably increases acceptance among users.
Because of this, PPE manufacturers are increasingly keen
to focus on incorporating aspects of fashion. Lively A+A
Fashion Shows will be presented daily, also in Hall 11, and
will showcase the diversity and fashionable character of
contemporary work clothes and PPE.
In Hall 6, the theme park entitled Fire Protection
and Emergency Management will feature informative
presentations and 4 live demonstrations daily, showing
what measures can be taken to prevent accidents, large-
scale disasters and how to conduct rescue operations. In a
special show entitled Safe Rescue Operations from Heights
and Depths, a diving pool and roofed-over climbing wall
will be used to demonstrate rescue operations in extreme
situations, both above and under water.
PARTNER COUNTRY: UK
The A+A 2017 support programme also includes
activities run by this year’s partner country - the UK -
with the aim of encouraging German-British dialogue
on industrial safety. The various events will be attended
by representatives of important industry associations,
institutions and politics. The trade fair, special shows,
presentations at the convention and the ILO Conference
will all involve the participation of the Health and Safety
Executive (HSE).
The partner country was chosen by the Advisory
Board at A+A 2015 before the Brexit referendum. Since
then, circumstances have of course changed, making an
international exchange of experience more important
than ever before. The current political situation throws
up numerous questions for everyone, including suppliers
of safety devices and personal protection equipment.
Being a major industry platform, A+A 2017 will give space
for intensive discussions on institutional and business
relations, with opportunities to learn more about the UK
market, which has nearly 32 million in gainful employment.
Traditionally, the number of exhibitors from the UK has
always been the biggest - 85 UK exhibitors came in 2015,
presenting their innovative products and services within a
space of over 3,700 square metres.
Whether you are looking for innovations and solutions
for every need or intensive dialogue with experts from
around the globe, A+A is the Number 1 event for the
international industry of Safety, Security and Health at
Work. No other trade fair attracts as many trade visitors
intent on researching potential investments.
A+A 2017 is open daily from 17 to 20 October, 09:00 to 18:00 hrs. Further
details are available online at www.AplusA-online.com
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