The DIY stores and their ranges are being targeted even by players outside the sector. In Germany, a particularly fierce battle is being waged for customers
Storetour
Clear differences
The storetour, the day before the congress in London, showed how different the leading British DIY retailers do business
3rd Global DIY-Summit
Superlative London
The 3rd Global DIY-Summit offered information, stimulation and even sharp comments on stage. But above all: It was a first class networking event
Bosch
Strong growth through innovation
While the overall market for power tools has grown by four per cent, Bosch has increased its sales by six per cent
Marmox
Insulation material from the desert
The Egyptian manufacturer Marmox of the CMB Group presents a construction panel that is setting records for thermal insulation
Neuhofer Holz
Impressive figures
The profile specialist, Neuhofer Holz presents its vision for 2020. It is investing an enormous amount in new production technologies, product innovation and …
EPLF
Laminate sales slightly up
Global sales of laminate have increased slightly, but significant variations exist between individual regions
3rd Global DIY Summit
The bosses take the floor
Prominent speakers and CEOs from the biggest industry players are speaking at the international congress in London
ISO 9001
Standard under review
The ISO 9001 standard has been applied around 52 000 times in Germany. Now it is being reviewed
Katoen Natie
Hidden giant
The Belgian logistics company Katoen Natie works for major chains and suppliers in the DIY and garden sector as well as online retailers
Win Features
Making steady progress
Win Features, a relative newcomer to the Taiwanese manufacturing scene, aims to expand into new markets with high-calibre products
Fischerwerke
Potential far from exhausted
Chemical fastening systems are a growth area. Known mainly for its plug fasteners, the Fischerwerke company has a central production plant for these …
3rd Global DIY-Summit
Revolutionary ideas
The motto of the 3rd Global DIY-Summit, that will be organised by Edra and Fediyma in June 2015 in London, is “Retail revolution – the future of home …
Marmite
An alternative to ceramic
At its plant in Poland, Marmite manufactures an extensive range of sanitary ware from cast marble. The production process also enables individual lines to…
Cash register
The face of retailing
The cash register is one of the central interfaces between retailers and customers. Its functionality will change noticeably in the next few years. …