Blinds & Shutters - Issue 4/2023
As we reach the end of summer which has not been the greatest in terms of weather it will be interesting to see which way the wind is blowing in regard to the environment as the next general election approaches. I live close to London and the ULEZ extension has been on top of the agenda for many people. The statistics on London’s air quality are extremely worrying with the WHO saying that air pollution far exceeds limits. Do we ignore the evidence and continue to put lives at risk? I would imagine we would not like a polluting business near our home or place of work and it is impressive that blinds companies are stepping up and taking on board their environmental responsibilities. We are all aware that there is a cost involved, but it seems a small price to pay for a healthy future. John Hatcher editor
As we reach the end of summer which has not been the greatest in terms of weather it will be interesting to see which way the wind is blowing in regard to the environment as the next general election approaches.
I live close to London and the ULEZ extension has been on top of the agenda for many people. The statistics on London’s air quality are extremely worrying with the WHO saying that air pollution far exceeds limits. Do we ignore the evidence and continue to put lives at risk? I would imagine we would not like a polluting business near our home or place of work and it is impressive that blinds companies are stepping up and taking on board their environmental responsibilities.
We are all aware that there is a cost involved, but it seems a small price to pay for a healthy future.
John Hatcher
editor
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MARKETING<br />
Outdoor solutions<br />
New edition of<br />
OUTDOOR.<br />
AMBIENTE.<br />
LIVING. in 2024<br />
will feature<br />
innovative outdoor<br />
solutions<br />
The special show OUTDOOR. AMBIENTE.<br />
LIVING. is set to enter the next stage: from<br />
3 to 7 February 2024, manufacturers of<br />
sun shading and weather protection systems will<br />
present their outdoor products at<br />
INTERGASTRA – leading trade fair for the hotel<br />
and gastronomy business – in the Rothaus Park at<br />
Messe Stuttgart in line with the motto "Outdoor<br />
enjoyment 365 days a year". OUTDOOR.<br />
AMBIENTE. LIVING. will also be held during the<br />
subsequent R+T – world's leading trade fair for<br />
roller shutters, doors/gates and sun shading<br />
systems – from 19 to 23 February 2024 and will<br />
remain accessible for other interested visitors<br />
from the industry. Well-known manufacturers such<br />
as Bahama, Caravita, Corradi, Erhardt Markisen,<br />
Euromarkisen, Leiner, Lucas Outdoor, Markilux,<br />
ParaPro, Reflexa, Shadesign and Warema have<br />
already confirmed their attendance and will<br />
present on-site everything that outdoor<br />
gastronomy and hotels can use to make a stay<br />
comfortable during all weather conditions – from<br />
awnings, sunshades and sun sails through to<br />
terrace roofs or slatted roofs and various<br />
accessories.<br />
Special show during two<br />
trade fairs<br />
"Sun shading products for commercial use have<br />
special requirements in the majority of cases:<br />
larger areas, which should offer special weather<br />
protection, must often be shaded. There is also<br />
demand for additional equipment and individual<br />
technical solutions. It's all about designing outdoor<br />
areas for a wide range of target groups," said<br />
Christiane Berning, Head of Marketing & Business<br />
Development at markilux GmbH + Co. KG.<br />
OUTDOOR. AMBIENTE. LIVING. will provide<br />
an opportunity to show how these products are<br />
used outdoors. This represents a very important<br />
aspect, especially for the target group of<br />
commercial users. "The combination of<br />
INTERGASTRA and R+T is a very good platform<br />
in this respect and is aimed at an extensive target<br />
group which can obtain information on the<br />
various potential solutions. A good presentation<br />
34 <strong>Blinds</strong> & <strong>Shutters</strong> • ISSUE FOUR <strong>2023</strong><br />
continues on page 36
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