Interbrush Officially Moves to May 2022

In response to the rising number of cases of persons infected with the new coronavirus (COVID-19) in Europe and worldwide, Messe Freiburg has decided to postpone Interbrush to May 0f 2022. Interbrush is the leading international trade fair for the brush and broom industry and was originally set to take place from May 6-8, 2020.

From the official announcement:

Tai Hing Nylon Launches New Logo

Tai Hing Nylon Filament Products Co., Ltd. is pleased to announce the launch of a new logo that  is part of a strategy to greatly enhance the recognition of the products and build the international brand image of Tai Hing in the monofilament industry. The new logo utilizes different monofilament patterns, circles and red elements to symbolize our multiple products and subtly forms the word “NYLON.” 

ABMA 2020 Update: Interbrush Decision in 10 Days

The 2020 ABMA Convention concluded last night with a game-filled reception that moved indoor due to unseasonably cool weather in St. Petersburg, Fla. The reception featured dartboards, shuffleboard, virtual reality head sets, giant beer pong, beer tasting and a caricature artist.

While the reception provided a great way to celebrate the end of a busy week, discussions still centered around the Coronavirus and the impact on Interbrush 2020. During the Thursday morning session, Daniel Strowitzki of Messe Freiburg announced that a decision on whether or not to postpone would be made in 10 days. That means all Interbrush attendees and exhibitors should expect a final announcement by March 15, 2020.

Inspired Home Show 2020 Cancelled

After careful consideration regarding the ongoing spread of Covid-19 (Coronavirus) overseas and recent cases in the United States, the International Housewares Association’s Board of Directors has decided not to hold The Inspired Home Show 2020, scheduled to take place March 14-17, 2020 at McCormick Place in Chicago.

“For the last several weeks, we have been watching this situation very carefully, with our primary concern being the safety and well-being of the home + housewares industry,” says Derek Miller, IHA president. “The IHA Board of Directors made this decision after consulting with industry constituents including exhibitors and retailers.  In the end, the global nature of our event, combined with the worldwide concern regarding the coronavirus outbreak and ongoing travel restrictions make it impossible for us to hold The Inspired Home Show next week.”

wire and Tube Düsseldorf 2020 Postponed

Messe Düsseldorf GmbH is postponing wire and Tube Düsseldorf. Thea global trade fair for the wire, cable, tube and pipe industries had been scheduled for March 30 to April 3. In close coordination with all partners involved, the company is now exploring alternative trade fair dates in order to guarantee planning can reliably proceed.