Events

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:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – Ninkaplast GmbH, a leading German manufacturer of injection-molded plastic components for the kitchen and furniture industry, has marked a strategic milestone at Interzum 2025 by relaunching its iconic kitchen scoop under the new name "Konda" and unveiling an expanded line-up of its highly popular “cuisio” drawer organizers.

These launches underscore Ninka’s continued investment in ergonomic design, modularity, and functional aesthetics, all while meeting growing global demand for space-saving and sustainable kitchen solutions.

‘Konda’: A Smart Return to Functional Roots

Seventy years after introducing the original kitchen scoop, Ninka returns to its heritage with a completely redesigned product that reflects the evolving needs of today’s households. "Konda" is more than a storage container — it is a compact, ergonomic, and sustainable solution tailored to the rhythm of modern kitchens.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 27, 2025 – At Interzum 2025 in Cologne, Ninka underscored its position as a strategic partner for kitchen furniture manufacturers and hardware wholesalers by showcasing its flexible, customer-centric cabinet interior solutions under the brand message “My Ninka.” With a clear focus on product personalization, the company delivered a compelling demonstration of how design, function, and individuality can converge to create added value across the kitchen furniture supply chain.

Strategic Emphasis on Tailored Simplicity

Ninka, officially known as Ninkaplast GmbH, is leveraging nearly a century of expertise in plastic molding and surface finishing to address the growing demand for customization in kitchen cabinet interiors. At its Interzum booth (B038 in Hall 7.1), Ninka structured its presentation around three key product segments:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 23, 2025 – LAMILUX Heinrich Strunz GmbH, a European leader in daylight systems and composite solutions, has received the prestigious intermedia-globe Silver Award at the 26th WorldMediaFestival in Berlin for its cinematic brand film “Wir leben Tageslicht.” This international recognition underscores LAMILUX’s strategic emphasis on brand storytelling, innovation, and emotional connectivity in corporate communications.

Award-Winning Communication Strategy

The award was presented in the highly competitive “Corporate Communications – Corporate Image” category, honoring LAMILUX’s outstanding visual and emotional portrayal of its brand philosophy. Among 764 global submissions spanning 29 countries, the jury praised the film as an exemplary case of emotionally resonant storytelling and architectural clarity.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 23, 2025 – In the heart of Germany’s Breisgau region, a pioneering business facility is setting new standards in architectural efficiency, work environment quality, and natural lighting integration. The newly inaugurated Kompetenzzentrum Breisgau in Eschbach features the advanced LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60, placing both aesthetic and functional innovation at the center of a transformative workspace concept.

Strategic Location Meets Forward-Thinking Design

Located near Freiburg and bordering Switzerland and the Alsace region, the Breisgau Competence Center is strategically positioned to attract both regional enterprises and international collaborators. The facility spans approximately 4,000 square meters and includes:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – EGGER, a global leader in wood-based materials, will showcase its latest product innovations, design surfaces, and sustainability initiatives under the theme “Inspire. Grow. Create.” at interzum 2025 in Cologne, Germany. The event, taking place from May 20 to 23, marks a strategic opportunity for the company to highlight its role in shaping the future of interior design and furniture manufacturing.

A Strategic Platform for Innovation and Growth

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Leading international wood-based materials manufacturer EGGER is set to unveil its new 2025+ Flooring Collection at the Flanders Flooring Days in Kortrijk, Belgium, underscoring a strategic pivot toward greater design flexibility, affordability, and sustainability to meet shifting customer needs in an evolving B2B landscape.

From June 2 to 5, EGGER will showcase its latest flooring innovations at “The Hub” in Hall 1, Stand 107 of the Kortrijk Xpo. Returning to the Flanders Flooring Days for the second time, EGGER’s presence this year reflects its growing investment in B2B industry engagement and solution-driven product development tailored for construction, renovation, and retail professionals.

Customer-Centric Innovation for Evolving Market Demands

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Titus, a global leader in precision engineering for cabinet hardware and furniture solutions, will unveil its latest innovations at interzum 2025, held in Cologne from May 20 to 23, under the theme Simply Titus – Engineering Made Effortless. This strategic showcase reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to Consumer Assembly Friendliness (CAF), emphasizing intuitive design, high performance, and production efficiency.

By integrating user-centric features with advanced engineering, Titus aims to deliver significant value for manufacturers, retailers, and end users alike. The product lineup at Hall 10.2, Stand H069, highlights Titus’ focus on simplifying cabinet assembly, improving functionality, and ensuring long-term durability — all key drivers of ROI in today’s competitive furniture and interior solutions market.

Advancing Assembly Simplicity with Strategic Innovation

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Salice, a global leader in innovative furniture hardware systems, has introduced the FOLDER system, a highly functional solution engineered to maximize cabinet accessibility and interior space optimization in modern furniture design. Developed to meet the growing B2B demand for efficient, user-friendly, and aesthetically refined cabinet systems, FOLDER marks a strategic enhancement for furniture manufacturers, designers, and interior solutions providers targeting residential and commercial applications.

Maximized Access and Functional Design Integration

The FOLDER system is designed to deliver complete and unobstructed access to internal drawers by allowing cabinet doors to be fully retracted into the structure. This seamless access capability is critical in kitchens, bathrooms, and other high-use environments where space management and ergonomic access are paramount.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Homeowners and interior design lovers have something new to celebrate: the Conecta hinge from Salice is transforming the way we think about cabinetry. With its groundbreaking hidden design and seamless operation, this hinge is bringing a new level of elegance, functionality, and style to modern living spaces.

A Sleek Design Revolution That Hides in Plain Sight

If you've ever wished your kitchen, bathroom, or custom furniture could have cleaner lines and a more polished look, Conecta may be the upgrade you didn’t know you needed. This innovative hinge is completely invisible when the cabinet door is closed—and even when fully opened, it remains virtually undetectable.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Kesseböhmer is set to make a strong impression at interzum 2025 in Cologne, showcasing a broad spectrum of product innovations designed to redefine intelligent storage across residential spaces. With a focus on functionality, design, and sustainability, the German manufacturer will present its latest advancements developed to meet the evolving needs of customers and partners in the furniture and kitchen industries.

Next-Generation Storage Solutions Take Center Stage

Among the highlights at the Kesseböhmer booth are several breakthrough innovations, including:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Häfele is set to make a powerful statement at interzum 2025, unveiling a comprehensive portfolio of future-oriented solutions and services that emphasize co-creation, innovation, and spatial efficiency in furniture and interior design. With a strong focus on strategic value creation, Häfele's presence at the leading international trade fair for furniture production and interior design underscores the company's commitment to advancing the industry through collaborative engineering and cutting-edge technology.

Strategic Innovation Through Co-Creation Projects

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Häfele America Co., a key player in the architectural and furniture hardware industry, continues to reinforce its position in the North American market through a robust commitment to innovation, strategic distribution infrastructure, and customer-centric solutions. As a subsidiary of Germany-based Häfele Group, the company combines nearly a century of global expertise with localized operations tailored to the needs of U.S.-based manufacturers, designers, and construction professionals.

A Trusted Partner in Architectural and Furniture Hardware

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings manufacturer Blum has unveiled a new service initiative, Beyond Components, designed to help furniture manufacturers address rising cost pressures, increasing complexity, and a persistent shortage of skilled labor. First introduced at interzum in Cologne, the new offering represents a strategic expansion of Blum’s capabilities beyond hardware, delivering turnkey value-added solutions to support greater operational efficiency across the entire production lifecycle.

End-to-End Solutions for Streamlined Operations

Beyond Components provides a comprehensive suite of pre-assembled and flat-pack drawer systems that enable manufacturers to accelerate production timelines, simplify logistics, and reduce inventory costs. Underpinned by Blum’s long-standing development principle of “global customer benefits,” the initiative includes:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Global fittings manufacturer Blum has unveiled two new hinges designed to meet evolving production and assembly needs across the furniture manufacturing sector. The additions—M BLUMOTION 105° and CLIP top BLUMOTION 105°—reinforce Blum's commitment to offering universal, high-quality solutions that align with industry demands for flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Engineered for both flat-pack construction and modular furniture production, the new hinges bring together compact design, seamless integration, and streamlined assembly. Each product is equipped with Blum’s renowned BLUMOTION soft-close technology and tailored to support high-volume manufacturing processes without compromising on performance or aesthetic.

Tailored Solutions for Modern Furniture Manufacturing

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings specialist Blum brought a global perspective to interzum 2025, captivating trade fair attendees with a visionary showcase of future-forward furniture solutions designed “For Everyone, Everywhere.” Inspired by Jules Verne’s famous journey, the company led visitors on a whirlwind global tour of innovative living spaces in just 80 minutes—highlighting its latest product developments, services, and international trends for the furniture manufacturing sector.

The exhibition marks a strategic evolution from Blum’s 2023 “FOR EVERYONE” concept, which focused on practical, accessible furniture ideas. At interzum 2025, the theme was elevated to include “EVERYWHERE,” emphasizing the company’s global reach and adaptability across diverse markets and living environments.

Global Reach Meets Local Insight

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings manufacturer Julius Blum GmbH has underscored its strategic commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency with an interactive, circular economy-focused exhibition at interzum Boulevard 2025. Aligned with the trade fair’s central theme, “Rethinking Resources,” Blum demonstrated how closed material cycles can deliver tangible environmental and economic benefits in B2B manufacturing.

Steel Recycling as a Strategic Sustainability Driver

Blum placed a strong emphasis on the steel cycle, the backbone of its material reuse strategy. Through a fully automated materials logistics system, the company recovers more than 47,000 tonnes of steel scrap annually. This meticulous sorting process not only supports raw material conservation but delivers significant carbon savings—equivalent to avoiding approximately 70,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Blum, the Austrian leader in fittings technology, has officially launched PLICOBOX at interzum 2025, marking a significant expansion into the living space segment with a focus on efficiency, design versatility, and user-friendly assembly. Developed in close cooperation with EGGER, a renowned international wood-based materials manufacturer, PLICOBOX introduces a foldable base mechanism that redefines ease of installation and logistics for furniture manufacturers.

Strategic Collaboration Drives Innovation

PLICOBOX represents a breakthrough born from the strategic partnership between Blum and EGGER. The folding base—central to the system’s innovation—combines the drawer bottom and back into one streamlined component. This new design significantly simplifies both manufacturing and assembly, eliminating the need for tools and enabling quick, intuitive setup.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings specialist Blum has introduced a significantly enhanced version of its REVEGO slide-in door system, delivering increased design flexibility, improved functionality, and streamlined logistics. This latest upgrade reflects Blum’s continued commitment to optimizing space management solutions for modern, multifunctional living and working environments—especially relevant in today’s compact urban settings.

Strategic Enhancements Support Evolving Interior Design Needs

Originally launched in 2021, REVEGO enables single or double doors to slide seamlessly into narrow pockets within furniture, allowing entire living or working zones to be elegantly concealed and revealed as needed. With the 2025 upgrade, Blum has widened the scope of application to meet the changing demands of interior designers, architects, and furniture manufacturers.

The newly upgraded system features:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – In a bold move to spotlight creativity and individualization in the baking industry, IREKS GmbH has announced its extensive showcase at iba 2025 under the theme “It’s YOUR choice.” From artisan bakeries to large-scale industrial producers, IREKS invites visitors to explore tailored solutions and trend-driven innovations at stand A11 and the Food Trends Area in hall 15.

The global baking ingredients leader is leveraging the prestigious trade fair to present a forward-thinking portfolio aligned with shifting consumer expectations for individuality, plant-based nutrition, cultural diversity, and social media appeal. With a strong emphasis on operational flexibility, product differentiation, and future-focused applications, IREKS aims to equip bakery businesses with the tools to lead in a competitive, evolving market.

Empowering Innovation Through Ingredient Versatility