The Locksmith Journal Sep-Oct 2016 - Issue 46 | Page 51

51 SHOWREVIEW FIT Show makes plenty of new friends at Lockex Appearing at the invitation of the organisers, with whom the FIT Show team enjoys an excellent relationship through their window and door industry publications, The FIT Show took a prime stand at Lockex. »»WITH THE LOCKS AND security markets enjoying a clear crossover into the window and door industry the FIT team that took care of its Lockex stand reported ‘mission accomplished’, despite the event being a little quiet at times: “Coventry, Ricoh Arena was an excellent venue and exhibitors made a terrific effort with their stands; it all looked very professional,” said FIT Show Sales Manager Freya Humphries, who worked the stand with fellow sales team member Rik Henderson. “So many of the best known brands from the lock industry ‘So many of the best known brands from the lock industry were there so it was an excellent opportunity to meet them’ were there so it was an excellent opportunity to meet them.” Freya and Rik discussed the options for exhibitors and visitors to Lockex for them to consider participating in The FIT Show, which takes place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) from 23rd to 25th May 2017. In fact in addition to meeting people a number actually reserved exhibition stands as well as discussing options within the 20% of floorspace that remains available: “It was a good opportunity to discuss the stands that remain,” explained Rik. “At the last FIT Show more than 8,500 visitors turned up, an increase of 45% over the previous show, so we have a great deal to offer exhibitors and visitors. The next event is already 40% bigger than the last!” To book a stand at The FIT Show 2017 please contact Freya Humphries on 07572 623457, or email [email protected] Double Debut as Apecs Premieres at Inaugural Lockex 2016 »»THE FIRST LOCKEX exhibition from The Locksmith Journal was also the first time Apecs has exhibited under its own brand in the UK. Months of preparation manifested into