Discover novelties again with your own eyes and network at Polyclose 2022

20^e edition Polyclose on Jan. 19, 20 and 21, 2022 at Flanders Expo Ghent
European trade fair for window, door, sun protection, facade and access technology

Edition 2022 of Polyclose will be a special edition. Not only because the trade fair for window, door, sun protection, façade and access technology is taking place for the 20th time, but also because it is the first major trade meeting after the covid pandemic. For the first time in a long time, sector colleagues can - in complete safety - discover innovations with their own eyes again and meet, network and make deals with professionals from all over Europe. And all in one place: on January 19, 20 and 21, 2022 at Flanders Expo Ghent. Admission is free if you pre-register online with code PP92252261 and exclusive to professional visitors.

Now in its 20th year, leading European market players will demonstrate their latest innovations over three days to some 14,000 professionals - about a quarter of them from the Netherlands. This makes Polyclose the unmissable appointment for colleagues to keep abreast of developments and innovations, and to make new contacts in the world of window, door, sun protection, façade and access technology.

Fair organizer Guy Martens: "Already by early September 2021, 90% of the available booth space had been filled. Covid has made people desire face-to-face meetings even more. Virtual trade shows have proven that they cannot replace physical trade shows. The numerous and enthusiastic turnout of exhibitors shows that the industry needs the fair."

New trends, new materials, new designs

Despite the corona crisis, the fair proves that the market for windows, doors, blinds, facade systems and access technologies has been anything but idle. Here are some of the numerous developments you can discover at Polyclose 2022.

Just through lockdowns and the staycation effect, consumers have begun to invest heavily in increased home comforts and expanded outdoor spaces. More and more people are opting for a patio canopy to increase living space. But also for the hospitality industry, the demand for canopies has never been greater.
The facade remains a building's calling card. Buildings with huge glass surfaces is a trend. Therein lies a challenge for awning. High-quality film cladding is becoming increasingly popular.
Because of rising energy prices and a growing climate problem, more attention is being paid to sustainable solutions and high insulation values. Thus, airtight (re)construction with a thorough insulation today the norm, but (natural) ventilation is important for a healthy indoor environment.
In terms of digitization and automation, further great strides are being made. Software manufacturers continue to optimize and expand their programs. With new features, window manufacturers, door manufacturers and facade builders can calculate, engineer and produce their products ever more easily, quickly and reliably.
Also, the market of access technology continues to grow. Consider, for example, the ever-growing group of elderly people who want to live independently at home for as long as possible, with a flexible and secure access control system for caregivers and those in need of care.

Polyclose in brief

Polyclose stands for everything that opens and closes in a building. The trade fair offers a complete overview of all moving elements, including gates and fences. Exhibitors are mainly active in: alu-profiles, alu-systems, automation, biometric systems, building hardware, coating, door systems, seals, tools, facades, glass and accessories, plastic profiles, plastic systems, machinery, gates, roller shutters, locks, software, steel systems, access control, ventilation systems, fly screens and sun blinds.

Visitors to Polyclose are mainly professionally active in the following sectors: aluminum and plastic machining, architecture and engineering offices, automation and access control, construction, security, glass, windows and doors, joinery, ventilation, blinds and shutters.

Safety is the priority

Of course, Polyclose guarantees a professional and safe exhibition in accordance with the corona measures in force.

Practical

• Location: Flanders Expo Ghent (Belgium) - Hall 1, 4 and 6
• Dates: Wednesday, Jan. 19, Thursday, Jan. 20 and Friday, Jan. 21, 2022
• Opening hours: from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with evening opening until 8 p.m. on Thursdays
• Free admission for professionals: register in advance at www.polyclose.be by code PP92252261
• Exhibitor list: see www.polyclose.be
• Interested exhibitors can register at info@polyclose.be

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