Shoptalk Members bid Lawrence Cutler a fond farewell

‘Thank you for all your hard work and Shop and Display Equipment Association enjoy your well earned retirement’ was 24 Croydon Road the resounding sentiment as almost 30 Caterham members and associates from past and CR3 6YR present joined together at Bluebird T: 01883 348911 Restaurant, London to say farewell to Lawrence Cutler and celebrate his F: 01883 343435 enduring and rich history at the helm of E: [email protected] the Association. www.shopdisplay.org

During the lunch SDEA President, Alan Editor: Antony Behiels Pegram paid tribute to Cutler and August 2016 thanked him for his 49 years’ service to the Association. He was presented with a mounted collage of the many Contents: Directories that he had published over the years, as well as vouchers for his favourite department store. The Lawrence Cutler farewell 1 attendees also heard from long-standing member Ron Cohen, of Foxbarn Ltd, who Retail Display Directory 1 credited Cutler’s perseverance and passion for the Association. In reply, New members 2 Cutler said, “I feel privileged to have been allowed to lead the Association for Retail Display Summit | EuroShop | Viscom 2 all these years. SDEA has been a large SDEA President Alan Pegram (left) presents Lawrence Cutler (right) with a specially Tips for using finance | UKTI UAE Briefing 3 part of my life, but I leave knowing it is in commissioned SDEA Directory collage detailing SDEA through the years. good hands with a new Director, Antony Retail Design Expo steering panel 4 Behiels, at the helm. He continued, “I want to thank every one of you for your F&G Smart re-brand | Elements Exhibition 4 support of SDEA, and me personally over the years.” New website for The Display Centre 5

Stylographics unveil new 3D print service 6

Retail Display Directory launched W&Co illuminate Flutterbyes 6

The highlight of the SDEA year, the Retail Display Directory Unibox help Superdry launch new store 7 has been launched and sent to thousands of recipients. Joalpe ‘Genplus 360’ wheeled basket 7

Loaded with members’ creative concepts, innovative ideas Microslat launch Triangular Spinner 8 and compelling content, this essential buyers’ guide is the must read handbook for 8,000 retailers, designers and arken POP intelligent counter display for Intel 8 specifiers. Fossil turn to Global Display 8 This Directory will also be available at a number of key European exhibitions over the next 12 months including Movetech at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 9 Equipmag, Paris in September and EuroShop, Düsseldorf in March next year. Display By Design expand 9

The striking new Directory showcases literally thousands Formica turns Goes gold 10 of products and services for retail interiors. Mid West Displays launch Encore range 10

A great deal of publicity and promotion has already been New concept kits from Shopfitting Warehouse 11 undertaken and will continue over the coming months. Stock Displays new Maxi Banner 11 The Retail Display Directory also features a selection of ‘truly great’ store design concepts to give readers Diary Dates | Citation number change 12 inspiration. From the state of the art Primark flagship in Madrid to the beautifully crafted, compact Jigsaw in Free copies for members and their customers Fairfield Displays launch Nimbus stands 12 Westfield White City, London, SDEA delves into some are available. Please contact Paula Morgan at Deflecto design ‘next-gen’ tilt bin 12 dynamic and diverse retail interiors. [email protected] with quantities required. - 1 -

New members Retail Shopfitting & Display Summit 2017- SDEA members receive Exclusive Discount!

Welcome to the new members who In today’s day and age, the prevalence of online shopping has created a new have joined the Association since our generation of shoppers with higher expectations for retail and high street last edition. environments. Now more than ever, retailers need to think more creatively to design exciting shopping environments where customers can experience and interact with products to gain a competitive edge over lucrative etailing firms. Illuma Lighting t: 01332 818200 With this in mind, the Retail Shopfitting & Display Summit returns in 2017 with its e: [email protected] most anticipated event so far. Taking centre stage at the Radisson Blu Hotel, w: www.illuma.co.uk London Stansted on the 6-7 February; the event showcases ground-breaking products and services in a shared mission to connect innovators and retailers to revolutionise shopping Illuma Lighting is part of a £35m+ UK experiences. specialist lighting group established in 1945 with over 150 employees in Designed to draw on the combined skills, knowledge and expertise of the the UK. Based out of its centrally retail community; the event offers invaluable insight to retail professionals located East Midlands manufacturing with an expansive seminar programme introducing cost-cutting measures, facility, Illuma serves the domestic areas of improvement and the latest trends and techniques in the industry. and export markets for retail, commercial and leisure lighting. Join the likes of B&Q, The Body Shop, Go Outdoors, L’Oréal, Three, Uniqlo and more to discover the latest products and services from suppliers Joalpe International UK Ltd including Arno GB, Global Display Projects, Modern Expo and more t: 01924 468940 throughout the two-day event. e: [email protected] w: www.joalpe.co.uk SDEA has negotiated with the organisers an exclusive members only discount, saving £1,200 off the standard

Joalpe International designs, package price. To obtain the discount code, please contact Paula Morgan on 01883 348911 or email manufactures and supplies a wide [email protected]. SDEA Retail Group members can apply for free access to the event as a delegate. range of retail display solutions, providing "off-the-shelf" and customised products. SDEA Members (Supplier contact): SDEA Retail Group (Delegate contact): Courtney Saggers Victoria Petch E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: 01992 374088 T: 01992 374082

AA Breakdown EuroShop 2017 - Grants available to UK Exporters

Cover – Join the SDEA have secured 30 Grants of £1,500 each for UK exporters considering exhibiting at EuroShop in Düsseldorf from 5-9 March. SDEA Fleet EuroShop is the world's biggest exhibition of shopfittings, display, scheme and visual merchandising, exhibition systems, PoP, signage, lighting and retail technology. If you are developing your business save up to 46 overseas, or thinking of doing so, EuroShop is a must. And with grants of £1,500 available to a wide range of UK companies, now is the time to consider it seriously. per cent More information on EuroShop is available on the Show's website www.euroshop-tradefair.com. For more information on exhibiting, As a member of SDEA you are please contact Brigitte Shepherd of ITSL (the British Agents for the entitled to substantially reduced Fair) on 01442 230033 or email: [email protected] rates for AA Breakdown Cover in both the UK and Europe. You can cover as For further information on grants please contact SDEA on 01883 348911 or [email protected] many of your company's vehicles as you wish under the SDEA Fleet scheme, saving up to 46%.

Free entry tickets to Viscom, Frankfurt

Free entry to Viscom, taking place in Frankfurt from 2-4 November, can be had by SDEA members using a unique code.

Complex markets require clear structures - which is exactly what you will now find at two trade fairs under the same roof: Contact Paula Morgan on 01883 viscom SIGN – is the specialist trade fair for advertising and digital printing technologies: materials, 348911 or [email protected] for procedures and technologies more details, or go to the members viscom POS – is the specialist trade fair for communication and digitalisation at POS: printing and finishing only area on the website - applications, marketing for POS, premium packaging products, brand and interior design www.shopdisplay.org Members must register for tickets in advance on the website.

Please visit: www.viscom-messe.com/voucher Click on the option ‘Voucher redemption’ Input the following Voucher redemption code: 5nta-tb34-zf5b-b9n9

- 2 - Tips for using finance to help with import and export

Manufacturing or distributing the myriad of products that are used within the shop display and equipment industry can often be international work. But running an import-export business can be complicated and laced with risks, especially if yours is a small company. Katherine Herbert, Head of Partnership at global online early payments network URICA gives her top tips for managing those risks and keeping your international trade thriving. Funded by the UK government, URICA (appropriately pronounced eureka) provides advance payments between businesses and their clients.

1. Stay Organised – When dealing with trading partners in multiple regions, efficient organisation and administration are key. Online tools can be excellent for this, from simple to-do list apps such as Wunderlist and Things, to online invoicing platforms. Sending and receiving invoices over email can be onerous when you use your email accounts for multiple purposes. Using an online payments network keeps all of your payments administration and communication in one separate place, with the added benefit of working seamlessly across borders.

2. …But Flexible – Working with numerous clients and suppliers internationally can also mean encountering and managing different cultures and preferences in doing business and completing transactions. It’s important to stay adaptable, and to work with clients regarding their preferred methods of delivery and payment, in order to avoid damaging relationships that are important to your company’s success.

3. Minimise Currency Risks – There are many organizations that support selling services, products or talent overseas, and you needn’t be at the mercy of currency exchange rates when handling the many moving parts involved with your import-export business. With payment platforms such as URICA, you can choose the currency you would like each invoice to be paid in, and also the timing of your payment, managing the risk that exchange rates may swing out of your favour.

4. Manage Credit Risks – Effective credit management can help your company stay competitive. With four banks responsible for 80% of lending to SMEs, U.K. businesses have had few financing options. But when the government set up the British Business Bank in 2013 it fired up some new players like us to break the banks’ stranglehold on business finance. We don’t require any personal guarantees or assets to be put up as security when we give our credit terms, we simply check that the company making the payments is credit-worthy, and charge a fee for using the platform that is in most cases between 1 and 2% of any given invoice value.

5. Keep the Cash Flowing – Cash is king, goes the adage. Indeed, it has been estimated that around 39 billion pounds is tied up in late payments of invoices between businesses at any time in the U.K. You may be perfectly profitable and have a number of payments pending and new clients in the pipeline, but having a solid pool of working capital at hand will always help a small business manage costs when payments get delayed for any reason. If you’re exporting, you may wish to receive payment before parting with a lot of valuable product. When we facilitate the payment of an invoice, we take on all the risk of late- or non-payment on that transaction.

In the years since the financial crisis, access to credit for small businesses has been plagued by the risk-adverse lending environment, leading to the need for the applicant to put up security and lengthy bureaucratic processes; businesses being told to wait eight weeks for credit – when they have 12 to fulfil a big export order. The chronic nature of the problem is thought to be causing a growing number of firms to become “permanent non- borrowers”, with the SME Finance Monitor from BDRC Continental showing that 48% of SMEs are classed as PNBs. When the banks created invoice financing offerings to help companies release capital tied up in late payments without having to borrow, their services were expensive at best, and damaging at worst. What with sky-high costs and insensitive chasing of unpaid invoices, third party invoice financing become something of a dirty word. In a 2009 survey, 63% of business owners said they would not consider going to a bank for help with invoice payment. But the new networks springing up are a different, more efficient and risk-taking breed. So before you go to a bank to help improve your import-export business, consider the other options, which may not only save you money, but have added administrative benefits too.

For more information: info.urica.com/sdea (*note no www.) or call 020 7193 7616 quoting SDEA

UKTI network briefing on export opportunities in SDEA Retail UAE and Dubai 2020 Group continues to expand SDEA members were given the multi-billion opportunity to learn more about the dollar project. huge investment currently being We are pleased to welcome the VM made in UAE and the preparation Alongside this & Display Director of high end for Dubai hosting the World Expo investment, fashion retailer Browns to our 2020. Held at the BIS Conference the country is SDEA Retail Group, joining the list Centre, London, the UKTI Creative also hosting of multiple retailers, large Services team and Business the next independents and department Specialists explained how UK World Expo in stores who already benefit from companies offer quality and 2020, which membership. innovation, of which the Dubai will be first constructors are well aware and are time such an The Retail Group aims to actively looking for. event is strengthen the collaboration hosted in the between retailers and their display Members learned that retail (MENA) suppliers both in the development spending in UAE is forecast to region. Nikki Talbot, Creative Director at of industry products and services, increase by 7% this year to $54bn, Unibox, observed ‘It’s fascinating and steer the future of retail with a staggering 95 mega malls, There will be a $9 billion investment how much money is being ploughed display with sustainability at the shopping malls & traditional souks creating a huge site of almost five into these developments and it was forefront. currently in UAE. square kilometres. The event will good to meet the UKTI run from 20th October 2020 to representatives, so we have a point If any member wishes to introduce There are now 627,000 square 10th April 2021 forming part of the of contact now and they seemed a retailer to the group whom they metres of retail space under country’s “Golden Jubilee very keen to put us in touch.’ think could benefit from it, please construction (11% up from last celebration”, with some 25 million pass their information to Paula year), including Dubai World visitors expected (70% from Look out for more joint SDEA and Morgan at [email protected] or by Central, formerly known as Mall of overseas). UKTI events in the future. calling 01883 348911. the World, being a hugely ambitious

- 3 - Retail Design Expo announces top F&G Smart re-brand and launch new new names for 2017 steering panel e-commerce website

additions joining the 30-plus F&G Smart members to ensure the event (Shopfittings) Ltd reflects the trends and innovations began trading in 1870 that are most important to brands and have been and retailers. through many changes in their 146 ‘To have so many leading retailers, year history with some brands and designers all wanting to of the biggest taking play an active part is a true place over the last 12 testimony to the position that months. Retail Design Expo now holds in the Industry. A good number have been F&G Smart have with us right from the outset recently overseen a Retail Design Expo, Europe’s balanced with new blood bringing company rebrand and leading annual event for innovation fresh ideas and advice’, says Retail the launch of a new and inspiration in retail design, Design Expo event director Annie fully ecommerce marketing, visual merchandising, Swift. website. architecture and shopfitting, has announced the Steering Panel for The new members join a number of As well as being a its 2017 event. top names who had already been large Tegometall advising Retail Design Expo, service centre their New members this year include including Selfridges creative range has continued both national and international director Linda Hewson, Liberty to expand to suit the players including Adidas, Thomas head of visual identity Liz Silvester ever changing needs Cook, Benetton, Space NK, and John Lewis head of store of the retail industry Samsung, Camelot Group, design Kim Morris. and now includes a Halfords, Pets at Home, Beiersdorf, very extensive Clarks, Luxottica, Red or Dead and SDEA members receive 5% selection of bespoke Office. The panel advises on all discount off their stand prices at products which have aspects of Retail Design Expo, from Retail Design Expo. all been designed in which companies should be Contact: house at their Birmingham Contact: speaking and exhibiting to what t: 020 8874 2728 warehouse & showroom. t: 0121 772 5634 special features should be e: [email protected] e: [email protected] included. There are 15 new w: www.retaildesignexpo.com w: www.smartshopfittings.co.uk

Elements: The UK’s Only Dedicated Furniture Components Show

Have you heard about the UK’s newest trade fair for the furniture design industry? Brought to you by the organisers of the Surface Design Show, Elements is a brand new furniture components show taking place at the Birmingham NEC from 2–5 October 2016.

As the only dedicated furniture components show in the UK, Elements will feature a wide range of finishing products for the KBB, furniture production and interior design market and offers you an unmissable opportunity to see the latest innovations and design-led prototypes before anybody else. products will be judged in advance by a panel of industry experts to be crowned the 2016 winner. A crucial link between the UK’s design and manufacturing sector, the four- day event will showcase new and unique décors and edgings, surface The Best Practice Zone will offer visitors trends, hardware and materials, while offering visitors an exclusive savvy business advice. Specialist opportunity to talk to some of the leading experts in the industry. recruitment agencies, business finance gurus and marketing experts will be on The eagerly anticipated line- hand throughout the event to offer up will include over 45 information and guidance. exhibitors, including BA Clic Components, leading décor The W Challenge will feature a live, specialists David Clouting interactive competition that will see and Swiss Krono Group, college students from across the UK renowned veneer suppliers compete to win valuable work experience with one of the biggest names in Mundy Veneer and Merena, the industry. and edging experts Warwick Edging, Hranipex, Ostermann Lisa Campagnola, Events Director, adds, “The UK market has relied and Doellken. Crofts & Assinder and Finesse Design will be among the heavily on European component shows to provide design innovation and decorative hardware exhibitors, whilst Symphony Coatings and Movac inspiration. Thanks to the introduction of Elements, we’re confident that Group will be displaying its latest paints, coatings and finishes. its solid exhibitor line-up will prove invaluable to the sector and become an unmissable event in the industry’s diary." If that wasn’t enough to make you register your attendance at the very first Elements exhibition, the addition of three interactive zones will give Registration for Elements and its co-located woodworking machinery and visitors a chance to get ‘up close’ with the latest product launches and materials exhibition, W16, has now opened. To register for your free ticket novelties to enter the UK market. please visit www.wexhibition.co.uk or follow @W_Exhibition and @Elements_Expo on Twitter for the latest news. Elements of Innovation, sponsored by Ney, will showcase the latest design trends and promote newly launched products. Open to all exhibitors,

- 4 - New Display Centre website for savvy retailers

The Display Centre have created a The new Display brand new website that supplies Centre website: all the display essentials a retailer could need.

The new easy to navigate interface, fresh look and information pages make it quick and easy for visual merchandisers and retail-passionates to find exactly what they need. Even better, The Display Centre offers a Contact: bespoke service which allows t: 01329 842000 retailers to request and customise e: [email protected] products. w: www.displaycentre.co.uk

Whether you need branded hangers, bespoke price cubes or 200 shop counters; you’ll find it online at www.displaycentre.co.uk. But that’s not all, The Display Centre’s experts are offering free advice over several channels, so you can order exactly what you need for your business. Whether you prefer to phone, email, webchat or even talk on social media, The Display Centre experts are on hand to help.

Forget call centres and being lost in a system; The Display Centre experts pride themselves on their personal service and capacity to deliver nationwide bespoke product roll outs, as well as smaller projects for boutiques. The new website makes it even easier to buy shop fittings online and the experts are on hand to walk you through anything you need.

Director, Lin Jones commented “Our customers need displays to drive their sales. With the latest developments in the UK economy and high street trends, it is even more pertinent for retailers to draw in their customers. By creating a more absorbing experience, retailers can draw their customers back to the high street. We have designed our new website with this in mind. Our intention is to make it as easy as possible for our customers to find exactly what they need and to enjoy the luxury of creating and sourcing bespoke display products, without the hassle.”

To give retailers the best experience, The Display Centre is driving forward their online advances. This doesn’t end with the website; The Display Centre’s social media sites are being used to provide display information, informative blogs and the latest visual merchandising research. The story wouldn’t be complete without brand new, exclusive display products which are designed to be simple to install and a fantastic way to effectively drive sales.

- 5 - Stylographics unveil new 3D print service

We all think we know a little about 3D printing right? Those desktop machines that can make a handgun or parts for aeroplanes. We’ve heard those stories too, but what about a 3D printer that can produce superb results up to 1.8 metres high by 1.5 metres wide. What can you create with that?

Watford based printer Stylographics have the answer. They’re the first to bring this technology to the UK and they can produce fantastic, impactful displays that will increase footfall and add dwell time. They have already created a number of superb installations for their clients and this new investment will no doubt open the doors to many exciting projects in the future. Take a look at what they can do…

Contact: t: 01923 800666 e: [email protected] w: www.stylographics.co.uk

W&Co illuminate Flutterbyes

W&Co has been chosen by retail chain Flutterbyes to supply custom illuminated signage for their newest stores which have opened at The Mall Bexleyheath and The Mall as part of their continual growth throughout the South East.

Using the same style of custom illuminated signage previously installed at the Lakeside and Bluewater stores, the illumination was vital for the Bexleyheath fascia sign as this would be Flutterbyes’ first outdoor store. The highest quality bright white LEDs were used to create the glowing halo effect on the fascia sign to ensure the sign can be seen during all hours of the day and to grab the attention of pedestrians on the Broadway.

The Mall in Maidstone, which was purchased in 2006 by has been undergoing complete modernisation of the centre's inside appearance including new independent retailers such as Flutterbyes which opened on May 26th. W&Co is set to continue supplying high quality illuminated signage to Flutterbyes as they continue to expand by opening their next store in Ashford.

This bespoke sign project was made particularly difficult by having to deal with an old building structure with uneven surfaces and minimal fixing locations for such a large custom built sign. W&Co overcame these issues and carried out an accurate site survey to ensure the sign was manufactured to slot neatly over the centralised pillar so that the design Contact: didn’t have to be split into two separate signs which would have t: 01708 863260 compromised the Flutterbyes logo design which was originally developed by e: [email protected] W&Co. w: www.w-co.co.uk

- 6 - Unibox helps launch Superdry’s ‘store of the future’

Manchester-based retail display specialist Unibox, has helped Superdry to The result is an engaging retail space that combines lighting and graphic introduce a new ‘Store of the Future’ concept, in the Manchester Arndale. displays in key areas, and which provides a clear path throughout the store, highlighting new products and promotions. Superdry, a fashion chain for men and women blends vintage Americana with Japanese and British inspirations. Superdry Group - the parent Commenting on the collaboration, Unibox MD, Nick Wraith said “Renowned company of the fashion retailer - has recently posted a 21.3% increase in for its contemporary retail designs as well as its innovative fashions, revenue in its annual report, with like-for-like sales up 15.4% in the last Superdry appointed Unibox due to our proven expertise in LED lighting and quarter. graphic display.

With Superdry’s growth on the British high street going from strength to strength, the retailer turned to Unibox after being impressed by the display manufacturer’s stand at the Retail Design Expo.

Superdry’s traditional aesthetic incorporates low-level illumination. In response, Unibox installed lighting that reflects the retailer’s brand style, while ensuring the visibility of key locations such as till points. Helping to do this, innovative new Ledge 46 lightboxes - which seamlessly wrap around corners - were used strategically throughout the store.

Unibox also created standalone displays within the redesigned store, including ‘The Cage’, which features an exterior mesh panel system and exterior illuminated graphic displays to showcase Superdry’s latest collection created in collaboration with Hollywood A-lister Idris Elba.

“Recognising the effect the illumination would have on the brand aesthetic and customer journey was crucial, and specifying the correct LED lighting setup was paramount to the success of this project. To ensure we got this just right we tested various methods before agreeing on the end result.

“Powered by Lumenal – a leading manufacturer of modular LED lighting solutions and part of the Unibox family – we were able to offer an unrivalled level of insight and expertise on how best to bring illumination into the new store concept".

The glitzy new store concept is proving to be a tremendous success, and the retailer attracted several high-profile celebrities to its exclusive relaunch party. It is expected that the new store design will now be rolled-out across a number of Superdry stores.

The redesigned space also boasts a Superdry Sport pop-up container. In Contact: addition, a huge ceiling hung lightbox was wrapped around a concrete t: 0845 277 6000 finish pillar, combining the latest fabric print technology and UV treatments e: [email protected] for fluorescent-style text and vivid graphics. w: www.unibox.co.uk

Joalpe launches ‘Genplus 360°’ wheeled basket

Joalpe International has built a strong The Genplus 360° has a wide base and reputation and grown its customer base in low centre of gravity for maximum stability the UK through its quality products, and has built-in spaces for retailer logos or manufactured at its own factory. advertising.

Joalpe now has a significant share of the market for shopping baskets, supplying Contact: products to major UK-based and t: 01924 468940 international retailers. Requests from e: [email protected] customers have resulted in the launch this w: www.joalpe.co.uk summer of a new addition to the Joalpe range.

The ‘Genplus 360°’ is a new, large, wheeled basket with a massive 68 litre capacity, which equates to that of a conventional small trolley – but at a considerably lower cost. It is ideal for retailers whose products are bulky or sell in high volume.

- 7 - MicroSlat unveil Triangular Spinner arken POP creates intelligent counter display for Intel MicroSlat is a world leading designer of fine pitched aluminium slatwall Newmarket based arken POP have This innovative display features an display solutions. recently rolled out a new retail POS ‘energy recovery’ solution that display for Intel, going into 230 powers the integrated LED lighting Along with an extensive range of supermarket stores of one of the from the device on display, trims and associated components, UK’s leading retailers, to help negating the need for a dedicated they are able to meet the demands support their own brand window- power socket. of virtually any retail display based tablet requirement. product.

They have recently introduced a new This 60 degree aluminium corner trim to countertop their range. This enables the unit, which manufacture of a wide range of was previously triangular floor and counter display developed for units/spinners, in colours and Intel to finishes to meet individual support 2-in-1 requirements. tablet displays in stores MicroSlat also accommodates all throughout standard slatwall accessories for Europe, brings complete peace of mind. great brand awareness and provides opportunity to Contact: educate customers on the product Contact: t: 01325 351276 technology of tablets which have t: 01638 565656 e: [email protected] ‘Intel Inside,’ i.e. the Intel microchip e: [email protected] w: www.microslat.com technology. w: www.arken-pop.com

Fossil turns to Global Display for their concession spaces

Fossil, the internationally recognised retail group, appointed Global Display digital POS displays ensures the concept can house multiple brands and to conceive, design, manufacture and implement a new concept for their provide flexibility of both layout and display. jewellery display concession spaces. Benefiting from the combined Global Display in-house creative and Showcasing a number of brands the brief was to create a concept with a technical design teams, this service facilitated the efficient development of clear aesthetic style, whilst providing the ideal backdrop for displaying a the initial concept through to production. range of jewellery styles. A modular kit of furniture was conceived, with key elements shared to minimise manufacture and installation time. Storage was a priority, with every unit including drawers and shelves to increase capacity.

Inspired by vintage jewellery and classic furniture, but with a modern and contemporary style the Completing the end to end service the implementation team installed the new concept has an initial concept into House of Fraser’s London and Gateshead flagship eclectic personality. stores, completing the design with a textured wall covering to define the concession space. Rather than a generic family of display fixtures, The new concession will be rolled out across multiple stores across the UK a complementary showcasing the latest jewellery collections of major brands such as Ted collection of furniture Baker, Lola Rose and Michael Kors. pieces echoes the collectable ethos of both vintage furniture and jewellery. Contact: t: 01582 676350 Using brass detailing and retro inspired forms alongside curved detailing e: [email protected] softens the appearance, whilst the clean white lines and incorporation of w: www.global-display.co

- 8 - Movetech flourish at the Display By Design expand to second RHS Chelsea Flower Show factory

Innovative Maxi Carousel turntables from Movetech UK's retail display Display By Design are delighted to share the news that they have a brand range proved to be an outstanding success at this year's RHS Chelsea new factory with cutting edge machinery. For the last two years the new Flower Show, where Guernsey Clematis Nursery won their 28th successive 40,000sq.ft. building has been under development on site in Wigston, Gold award, an incredible achievement at such a prestigious event in the Leicester. gardening calendar.

Raymond Evison, founder of Guernsey Clematis Nursery Ltd was a teenager when he first exhibited at RHS Chelsea Flower Show. That was over half a century ago and in that time his exhibits of Clematis have amassed 28 Chelsea Flower Show Gold medals. In recent years, 14 consecutive Gold awards running from 2003 to 2016. In the last 15 years his stands have moved from the 'wall of colour' type displays to a ground-breaking 'Clematis Archway' and in the last three years very contemporary displays that strongly feature specimen container displays in individual settings. At this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Raymond's 2016 stand went one step further, implementing two large 3m diameter revolving Maxi Carousel turntables from Movetech UK's retail display range. The revolving platforms added an imperative yet subtle motion to the magnificent The £800,000 project was given the go ahead by managing director, Ben array of contained clematis, Winfield in 2014 as part of an expansion plan. Display By Design have making it another huge innovation increased in size due to a rise in demand for their creative practices. in clematis displays, contributing to a well deserved 14th The new factory will play host to numerous services that they offer such as consecutive gold award. acrylic fabrication, modern joinery, laser cutting, membrane pressing and vinyl wrapping. The exhibit featured over 1000 clematis imaginatively arranged in both booth and container settings. The first of the carousel turntables was set up to revolve and display an arrangement of Clematis planted in containers within individual booths to show off their exquisite individuality, whilst the second carousel turntable featured a large planter type display to exhibit a cluster of beautifully hand crafted Clematis.

Chris Ozanne from Raymond Evison Clematis said: "The carousels were a real innovation this year allowing us to extend further the display of clematis planted in a contemporary way. We wanted to achieve a 'wow' factor for visitors approaching our exhibit, but in a subtle modern way". He added, "with the combination of the clematis gracefully rotating on the revolving platforms plus the added effect of lighting, it's unquestionable that this year's exhibit was joyful to look at and in turn making it a remarkable success." Kamil Winogrodzki, Movetech UK's Internal Sales Co-ordinator said, "As a movement solution company we were exceptionally honoured to be part of the success achieved by Raymond Evison Clematis at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The revolves we supplied were a brilliant feature and by adding an animated element it gave the displays a modern and fashionable feel, which I think looked very impressive."

"There is no doubt who the stars of the show were" added Kamil, "the collection of vibrant and high quality Clematis flowers stole the show and it wouldn't have been achievable without the extremely talented team at Raymond Evison Clematis who put the fantastic hand crafted exhibit As with their other factory, all of the waste created is to be re-cycled and together." Kamil continued, "The exhibit together with the revolving used to heat the factory to aid their environmental responsibilities. carousels were also featured in the BBC's daily television programme, which just goes to show what a success the exhibit was, in turn resulting in a well deserved 28th Chelsea Flower Show gold medal award."

Contact: Contact: t: 01204 525626 t: 0116 288 0051 e: [email protected] e: [email protected] w: www.movetechuk.com w: www.displaybydesign.co.uk

- 9 - Formica turns Goes gold

Studio Bonjoch has refurbished the interior of Goes, the new high-end fur store covering 120m2, in the La Roca Village Shopping Centre (Barcelona).

DecoMetal® Laminates by Formica Group with a spectacular brushed-gold finish have been used intensively to bring a feeling of sophistication to the space. This is especially enhanced by the series of connecting polyhedral and irregular shapes, which reach a height of 19 feet (6 meters), creating an attractive visual effect.

DecoMetal® by Formica Group has a real metal finish. It is simple to install and easy to maintain. A unique material designed as a metal and as resistant as a laminate.

Contact: The Project Manager, Interior Designer Ignasi Bonjoch, explained "We have t: 0191 259 3100 used irregular polyhedral shapes to create a covering that envelopes the e: [email protected] entire retail space. w: www.formica.com

Mid West Displays launches Encore Range ‘that offers more’

One of the UK’s leading manufacturer of LED light frames has introduced a new range that promises more. Mid West Display’s aptly named ‘Encore’ range features printed illuminated borders in a variety of styles.

The Encore range combines retail interior trends with the latest print technology to create a unique range of LED light panels for interior or window displays. Mid West Displays believe the panels can enhance any interior design scheme or be used to add colour and style to interior and windows displays.

The Encore range offers four ready printed border styles:  The ‘Modern’ panel features vibrant colours and straight lines  The ‘Vintage’ panel offers an elegant retro look  The ‘Wood’ panel provides an ultra-realistic wood effect print for a rustic look  The ‘Brick’ panel brings a loft-style exposed brick look to interiors and windows

If customers want ‘more’ choice Mid West Displays believe they can print any bespoke design and create the exact look that is required.

Sarah Neate, Design and Marketing Manager for the Shrewsbury-based company, said “We believe the Encore Range really does offer more for those looking to create stylish and eye-catching displays that complement current design trends. They offer the usual Mid West Displays excellence and value but with a contemporary twist that we believe will prove very popular.”

Contact: t: 01743 465531 e: [email protected] w: www.midwestdisplays.co.uk

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If you are looking to update your current display or have a storage project Tension Fabric in mind, these sleek new designs and concept kits will provide all you Systems are need to get the job completed quickly and easily. becoming an increasingly popular Hard-wearing and long-lasting, the timeless beauty of quality steel adds a alternative to the sophisticated touch along with a trusted durability for a robust widely used pop-up construction. stands.

Versatile chrome fixtures and fittings, this ever-popular display choice is The revolutionary, now available in a variety of nifty kits. high quality system is innovative, affordable and can be The Wall-Mounted Chrome Tube Kit assembled in includes a choice of a 1m, 2m or 3m, minutes! 25mm tubing, along with coordinating wall-fix arms and end caps. Functional It also dismantles and eye-catching wall display for any into a compact, fashion outlet, boutique store or lightweight carry case sportswear shop. Equally useful in the for easy kitchen for easy access to pans and transportation and accessories, or in the home for hanging storage, making it the clothes or personal artefacts. perfect display for all exhibitions and events.

So this month, Stock Displays are proud to unveil their very own Tension Fabric System… The Maxi Banner! Suspended Chrome Tube Kit – 1, 2 and 3m tube sets with support arms and The system comprises of a end support arms. Intended for robust, lightweight frame made attaching to ceilings, beams or bars in up of aluminium poles which order to drape items from a required provides tensioning support along height. A simple yet effective the stretch fabric graphic. suspended system which can be used for a host of practical applications. Using a dye-sublimation printer, artwork designs are printed onto one piece of 100% polyester stretch fabric which slides over the aluminium frame and zips up to leave a completely flat graphic without any creases or folds. Wardrobe/Alcove Chrome Tube Kit – Various tube lengths available, all come The Maxi Banner is an amazing with wall sockets, but with the option of addition to their exhibition a wall-fix or standard support arm, displays range and bolsters their depending on your preference and reputation as a leading UK suitability to your project in hand. As the supplier and manufacturer of name suggests if you are planning a displays. bespoke cupboard, hanging area or walk-in-wardrobe, these kits are the perfect solution.

Contact: Contact: t: 01258 859900 t: 01302 802255 e: [email protected] e: [email protected] w: www.shopfittingwarehouse.co.uk w: www.stockdisplays.co.uk

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12-14 September 2016 December 2016 5-9 March 2017 Equipmag SDEA Christmas Lunch EuroShop Paris, France London Düsseldorf, Germany www.equipmag.com www.shopdisplay.org www.euroshop-tradefair.com

2-5 October 2016 6-7 February 2017 8-9 May 2017 Elements Retail Shopfitting & Display Summit Retail Design Expo NEC, Birmingham Stansted, London Olympia, London www.wexhibition.co.uk/elements www.retailshopfittingsummit.co.uk www.retaildesignexpo.com

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