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Registration for the FIT Show 2023 is now live. This is the UK’s number one event for the windows, doors, glass, hardware and components industry. It...
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FIT Files Fantastic Figures
The organisers of the FIT Show 2025 have said an early look at the figures from the event at Birmingham’s NEC, spanning four halls, set a new record for attendance.
Director Nickie West says: “FIT Show 2025 performed strongly compared to 2023, with pre and onsite registrations increasing by 7% - no mean feat given the economic backdrop. Overall attendance grew by 7.5%, with day one showing the most significant improvement at 13% more visitors than in 2023. We also experienced a notable rise in repeat visits on days two and three, reflecting that there’s now so much more to explore at the show. It’s clear that one day simply isn’t enough to take in everything FIT Show has to offer.”
International
With close to 300 brands and a significant number of first-time exhibitors from more than 20 countries, FIT Show 2025 also offered an international showcase.
The event’s expanded footprint meant professionals from every corner of the supply chain could see, touch, and compare thousands of products and solutions under one roof.
West adds: “We worked incredibly hard to expand both the footprint of the show, as well as broadening out the show proposition. This included an increased representation of machinery, with the Haffner Machinery Village occupying a significant footprint, as well as securing support from more glass brands than 2023 including the likes of Pilkington Glass and Clayton Glass to strengthen our offering for IGUs and fabricators.
“The introduction of the timber trail, led by FIT Show newcomer, the Timber Joinery Network, saw 50 of its members put on a fantastic display for both fabricators and installers looking to broaden their portfolios by incorporating this material.
“Similarly, a huge objective for 2025 was to meet the demand from 2023 visitors to see more systems houses represented on the show floor. We took this number from three in 2023 to seven for this edition, which included Selecta Systems, AluK, Cortizo, Residence Collection, Aluplast, Smart Systems and Exlabesa.”
Launches
The show floor was alive with product launches, from new door and window systems to the latest in software, hardware and service innovations. Many brands timed their launches to coincide with FIT Show, giving visitors exclusive first access. The Installer Demo Zone, sponsored by Smart Systems and back by popular demand, provided hands-on demonstrations of machinery and installation techniques, allowing attendees to experience products in action and gain practical insights from participating brands including AluK, Soudal, Bereco, Brett Martin, Kenricks, Keylite Roof Windows and the Timber Joinery Network.
West says: “Attracting roofing and construction professionals was a big objective for our 2025 campaign. Features such as the Installer Demo Zone and Marketplace allowed us to incorporate new brands and product offerings, with the likes of Gutterplus delivering hands-on demonstrations for people looking for new ways to not only install roof lights and lanterns but the ancillary products to support these.”
Tools of the trade
A standout new feature for 2025 was the Marketplace, where visitors could purchase tools, services and ancillaries directly on the show floor, making FIT Show not just a place to discover but also to equip and upgrade in real time. Participants included Blakeley Construction, ER Certification, CT1, Camel Clamp and Xpert Tools who created a starter bundle for glaziers.
A CPD-accredited seminar programme, delivered in partnership with GGF & FENSA, drew crowds with sessions covering everything from new building regulations and sustainability to AI, security and standards. This content was free to all visitors and designed to keep the industry up to speed with the latest technical and legislative developments.
Ben Wallace, GGF managing director says: “I’ve attended many FIT Shows during my time at the GGF, and this one was by far the best for us. The GGF stand was absolutely packed for the majority of the show. It gave me a moment to step back and appreciate the progress we’ve made. We were able to showcase a lot of the hard work and various workstreams the team has been focused on over the past couple of years, and we received some really strong feedback.”
Looking ahead
FIT Show returns to the NEC, occupying the same four halls, from Tuesday 18 to Thursday 20 May, 2027.
Picture: New products were admired all over the four halls of the FIT Show.
Article written by Cathryn Ellis
12th May 2025