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Bjelin’s rigid core range has taken the US by storm after being debuted in collaboration with Revolution Mills, designating the flooring manufacturer as a national distribution partner for this line. Empowered by ground-breaking technologies, Bjelin’s rigid core range is the ultimate waterproof flooring solution and is more sustainable than traditional options.

Bjelin's Scandinavian-designed hardened wood 3.0 range has won an FCNnovation Award from industry authority Floor Covering News. The award recognises and showcases ground-breaking and industry-changing ideas and acknowledges those innovations that are ‘a cut above the rest’.

The Dutch family concern Condor Group and Betap are joining forces by moving forward as one.
Hasselt / Genemuiden, 28 December 2023 - Condor Group is acquiring 100% of the shares of sector and regional partner Betap. Joining together can allow us to respond better and more successfully to the expectations and needs of customers and dynamics on the market.
The integration of the experienced staff and innovations from Betap will also further strengthen Condor Group’s portfolio.

The EGGER Group, headquartered in St. Johann in Tirol (AT), closed the first half of its 2023/2024 financial year (reporting date 31 October 2023) with consolidated sales of EUR 2.1 billion (–7.0% as compared to the previous year). The business environment was challenging due to persistently high inflation, high interest rates, volatile raw material prices and geopolitical crises. In view of this situation, the wood-based material manufacturer is satisfied with its stable development in the first half of 2023/2024.

In 2024, the multi-layer modular flooring (MMF) industry is on track to achieve the synergy of sustainability, innovation and design diversity. These trends pave the way for a more environmentally conscious and versatile market, offering consumers a broader array of choices that meet their preferences.

Embracing the global call for environmental responsibility, our dedication to eco-friendly values extends throughout the life cycle of our engineered hardwood floors. Beyond delivering top-tier quality, we're contributing meaningfully to a healthier planet.

Bjelin has introduced its latest hardened wood flooring format: Large. Measuring 180 mm x 2000 mm, Large sits between a size Medium and the wide XL and XXL planks, creating more flexibility for residential and commercial projects.

"Make staircase renovation accessible to everyone." was the central mission behind the development of ICM20. ICM20 is a true revolution in staircase renovation. The system consists of only 3 elements: a set of markers, a smartphone with the ICM20 app and a direct link to production.

In today's world, environmental awareness is paramount, and Forestry Timber is at the forefront with its unwavering commitment to sustainability. Our ethos revolves around guaranteeing not only the high-end quality of European Oak engineered hardwood floors but also contributing to a healthier planet.

- i4F showcase located in Hall 020, Booth B38
- Featured in THE GREEN COLLECTION at DOMOTEX

i4F®, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry, today announced that it is exhibiting (hall 020, booth B38) at Domotex 2024 being held at the Hannover Messe in Germany from January 11-14. During the show, i4F will unveil three technologies underscoring its commitment to innovation and circular technologies. These include the official launch and rebranding of i4F’s outdoor cluster and new smart fixing decking installation technology, along with two board composition technologies that redefine the standards for sustainable, circularity focused flooring.

Bjelin’s hardened wood and rigid core collections, featuring patented technologies by Välinge Innovation, have been nominated for this year’s Green Collection Award. The award – presented by Domotex, one of the flooring industry’s most respected trade fairs – recognises exceptionally eco-friendly products, responsible production processes, and companies committed to sustainable practices.

Bjelin’s hardened wood 3.0 series has won Design Journal’s Best Product 2023 award, an honour given to remarkable home and interior design products. With over 30 years in the industry, Design Journal is a leading international trade resource for interior designers, architects, and facility managers.

Focus on technical innovations and new colored profiles at Domotex

Küberit is known for recognizing trends and the changing needs of craftsmen and builders at an early stage and developing profiles, systems and moldings that are not only technically mature and easy to install, but also durable without any loss of quality. At Domotex in Hanover, in Hall 22, Stand A20, the profile manufacturer will be demonstrating why it is rightly seen as a trendsetting company in the industry.

Välinge expands their extensive portfolio of market-leading flooring and furniture technologies with a brand-new floor locking system, 5G NXT™.

With 5G NXT, Välinge took their well-proven 5G® Fold Down technology to the next level without compromising any of its impressive and much-appreciated benefits. The innovative solution has a more sustainable insert, makes it easy to install, remove, and reinstall flooring and it is specially designed to further reduce the environmental impact of wood flooring.

From 11 to 14 January 2024, the global carpet and flooring industry will meet at the Hannover exhibition grounds to discuss new products and current industry trends. With 1,000 international exhibitors, DOMOTEX once again promises a comprehensive overview of the Flooring und Carpets & Rugs sectors.

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