Italy was one of the countries in Europe most affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. We asked the association of manufacturers Made4DIY for an assessment of the current situation which remains difficult for the home …
Bosch and Gardena
Another battery alliance
Instigated by Bosch and Gardena, another cross-vendor battery system, the Power for All Alliance, has appeared on the scene. It has been deemed a good move…
Orthex Group
Scandinavian pioneer
The Orthex Group produces plastic home and garden products in Sweden and Finland. It has been using recycled material for some considerable time. Under its …
Global DIY-Summit 2020
The continuous conference
The Global DIY-Summit 2020 could not take place. So that the global sector can nevertheless stay connected, organisers Edra/Ghin and Hima have now …
Benelux - The Netherlands
A Dutch brand
The international tool brand Batavia bears its name with pride. It is the historical name of the Netherlands, although "Batavians" were later regarded as rebels. It …
Taiwan - hardware industry
Taiwan presents itself online
The strongly export-orientated hardware industry in the country maintains contact to its international customers via Internet and invites them to …
Living and design trends - Koczwara
Floorings for every requirement
The German manufacturer Koczwara works for an international customer base. With its fundamental values of partnership, reliability and flexibility, …
Living and design trends -Classen
Low-emission range throughout
The German flooring manufacturer Classen has gained the "Blue Angel" eco-certification for its entire production - also for vinyl floorings
Living and design trends
The rise of the ecosystem brand
DIY brand owners should be investigating where the synergies lie in the outdoor living ecosystem, says Erika Sirimanne, Head of Home and Garden, …
Africa
To Libya and in the Sudan
The Egyptian CMB Group doesn't only supply markets in Africa with its building products, it exports throughout the whole of the world. It is now also …
Understanding how customers are changing
Michael Schneider is managing director at Bunnings. At the Global DIY Summit in Amsterdam, he will give an insight into the way the DIY …
Global DIY Summit
Preparing for “a rapidly changing world”
Organisers expect a record number of retailers attending the 8th Global DIY Summit 2020 in Amsterdam
France - Resinence
Resinence expands abroad
If it’s change you want, you’re just right at Resinence. With innovative and, at the same time, user-friendly products, the renovation of interiors and …
Fischer
Success lies in your own hands
Fischer is now focusing more strongly on the international roll-out of its “No Tools Just Hands” range
Wall design - Meffert AG Farbwerke
Following German standards
Paints, plasters, varnishes and more: the manufacturer Meffert AG Farbwerke is a family-run company with short decision-making routes