Sustainability begins at the planning stage and runs through every phase of production. We rely on reusable aluminum profiles, recyclable fabrics and carpets as well as rental furniture that is ideally available regionally. We prefer materials that are produced in a climate-friendly way or made from renewable raw materials. What does this look like in practice? For a recent trade fair project, we created a stand that consisted of 90% reusable materials. After the event, the stand was not disposed of, but adapted for another event and set up again. This sustainable planning not only saved resources, but also reduced costs for the customer — a win-win situation for both sides.
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For our exhibition stands we choose materials that are not only of high quality
but also particularly environmentally friendly.
These include, among others:
Durable, light and almost infinitely recyclable. Recycling aluminium requires only a fraction of the energy needed for primary production — that is where its environmental advantage lies. Its rust resistance, low weight and longevity make aluminium the load-bearing material in our system constructions, and because components can be dismantled they re-enter the material cycle at the end of their service life rather than going to waste.
Versatile, renewable and timeless. As one of the oldest materials known to man, wood is used in construction, furniture manufacturing and the paper industry. It absorbs CO2 as it grows and comes from a renewable source. How its climate balance works out in the end depends on origin, transport distance and processing — which is why we source wood through certified suppliers and use it where its properties genuinely suit the construction.
Innovative sustainability in textiles: A fabric made from 62% recycled ocean plastic sets an example of environmental protection. Using recycled plastic from the ocean reduces waste and reduces the impact of plastic waste on the environment. These fabrics are often made from synthetic fibers such as polyester, which can be made from recycled plastic. The proportion of recycled material varies from product to product and should be declared transparent. However, it is just as important to consider other environmental aspects such as energy consumption, water use and chemical additives when producing and using these textiles to ensure the actual sustainability of the product.
...our partners also play a decisive role. Wherever possible we work with suppliers who hold recognised certifications such as FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) for wood, Cradle to Cradle or ISO 14001. EXFAIR itself does not hold an environmental certification — what we can document for your project are the materials used and their origin, which you are welcome to use for your own sustainability reporting.