Materials & Components

SHERIDAN, WYOMING -- June 7, 2026 -- APEM, an IDEC company and a global manufacturer of human-machine interface components since 1952, covers panel switches, PCB switches, LED indicators, joysticks and complete panel solutions across a catalog of more than 50,000 part numbers. The company runs a vertically integrated production model that handles raw material processing, tooling, molding, electroplating, testing, assembly and logistics entirely within its own facilities. Custom products account for 75 percent of APEM's total turnover, supported by a base of more than 300 standard series available for tailored adaptation. APEM employs 1,400 people worldwide and serves customers through more than 130 distributors.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - May 10, 2026 - SCHÜTZ has officially launched CircularOne, a comprehensive digital platform designed to manage the entire lifecycle of industrial packaging, at the interpack 2026 exhibition. The new system centralizes the collection, reconditioning, and supply of intermediate bulk containers (IBCs), steel drums, and plastic jerrycans. By shifting toward an integrated service model, the packaging manufacturer helps industrial plant operators meet strict European recycling regulations while securing their supply chains against material shortages. The exhibition also serves as the global rollout for several hardware upgrades, including automated steel pallets, double-walled hazardous material containers, and fully integrated mixing systems.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - November 10, 2025 - Italian materials innovator Saviola has unveiled a new generation of its Saviola Ecological Panel®, featuring an ultra-thin nanotechnology coating designed to elevate durability, aesthetics, and environmental performance. The development reinforces Saviola's leadership in sustainable engineered wood products, delivering a new surface solution that combines tactile appeal with high technical resistance for industrial furniture manufacturers and interior design applications.

Nanotechnology Brings Functional and Visual Advancement

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – June 18, 2025 – BekaertDeslee has officially introduced DREAM, a digital innovation platform designed to revolutionize the way mattresses are visualized, customized, and brought to market. Built for manufacturers and retailers seeking operational efficiency and market responsiveness, DREAM aligns with key industry shifts toward personalization, digital production, and sustainable development.

Real-Time Customization Meets Strategic Agility

DREAM is not just a simulation tool—it functions as a fully integrated digital development environment, offering real-time 3D design, configuration, and control over every element of mattress aesthetics. Through DREAM’s embedded digital printing and modeling capabilities, manufacturers can rapidly generate visual mock-ups and preview new collections without relying on physical samples.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – June 18, 2025 – The KHS Group is set to present a broad portfolio of forward-looking technologies, digital tools, and system innovations at drinktec 2025, emphasizing its holistic approach to beverage production line efficiency. With targeted solutions for PET, glass, and cans, KHS underlines its strategic direction toward integrated systems, resource savings, and performance-oriented customer services.

Line Efficiency Elevated through Digitalization and Coaching

KHS will highlight its comprehensive line management and digital services, including established and enhanced solutions such as Innoline Basic Line Monitoring, Innoline Flex Control, and the KHS ConnectApp Guide. These offerings are part of a broader connectivity suite that includes cloud integration and secure OT network architectures for real-time access.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Hettich is redefining the digital landscape of furniture manufacturing with the introduction of intuitive assembly technologies showcased at interzum 2025. The fittings specialist is highlighting its latest advancements in user-friendly digital tools—from augmented reality and QR code guidance to a debut 3D printing portal—designed to streamline operations and enhance productivity across workshops and production facilities.

Empowering Workflows Through Digital Innovation

Hettich’s interzum 2025 presence is centered on supporting modern fabricators with practical, mobile-enabled digital services. Built on a “Bring your own device” model, these tools grant instant access to step-by-step instructions, adjustment aids, and training videos through smartphones or tablets.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Hettich is reaffirming its role as a global innovation leader in furniture fittings at interzum 2025, unveiling a strategically aligned portfolio that meets the evolving demands of trade professionals, furniture retailers, and manufacturers. The new offerings reflect a forward-looking vision centered on user convenience, functional performance, and market adaptability—spanning living, kitchen, workspace, and outdoor applications.

Elegant Innovation: Avosys Glass and Mirror Door Hinge

Designed for premium aesthetic integration, the new Avosys hinge delivers a discreet, high-performance solution for glass and mirror cabinets. With its sleek, compact design and narrow linear mounting plate, Avosys prioritizes interior space without compromising strength.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Hettich, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of furniture fittings, is poised to reshape the future of interiors with its cutting-edge innovations and sustainability-driven initiatives showcased at interzum 2025. Under the visionary theme “Transforming Spaces – with innovative motion,” the company brings forward a portfolio that highlights its commitment to customer-centric design, strategic industry collaboration, and environmentally responsible business practices.

Expanding Innovation with Strategic Product Highlights

At the forefront of Hettich’s interzum 2025 presentation are several groundbreaking product introductions designed to enhance user experience, optimize space utilization, and support evolving industry demands:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Ninkaplast GmbH (Ninka), a leading German supplier of injection-molded components for kitchen furniture, unveiled key product innovations at Interzum 2025 with the expansion of its modular waste bin systems, designed for under-sink installation and seamless integration into modern kitchen drawers.

With the debut of expanded variants in the “one2seven,” “one2eight,” and “one2nine” product lines, Ninka strengthens its value proposition for kitchen manufacturers seeking differentiation, operational flexibility, and improved consumer convenience. These developments highlight Ninka’s commitment to intelligent system design and compatibility across multiple drawer platforms.

Strategic Differentiation Through Flexible System Architecture

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – At Interzum 2025, Ninkaplast GmbH (Ninka) presented a bold redefinition of corner storage functionality, blending advanced plastic moulding with rising market demands for individualization and sustainability. With its two flagship solutions, Trigon 2.0 and Qanto, the German-based family enterprise underscored its commitment to functional excellence and environmental accountability in kitchen design and beyond.

Transforming Corner Units into Efficient, Accessible Storage

Traditionally underutilized, corner cabinets are being reimagined by Ninka as high-performance, user-centric zones within the kitchen landscape. The Trigon system, long known for its turn-and-slide shelving mechanism, has been newly optimized for Interzum 2025. It supports up to 25 kg per shelf and integrates seamlessly into various cabinet sizes, including end units.

Key upgrades to Trigon 2.0 include: