Blum on Interzum Blum NZ Manager Mike Hawkins reports on his company’s presence at interzum
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e have been very happy with the show; with a very good turnout, the visitor numbers have been higher and more international than we anticipated. For New Zealand, we saw a number of visitors; some coming specifically for Interzum, and others combining their visit with Ligna.
antaro drawer and the TANDEMBOX intivo drawer released in New Zealand in 2010. The common use of the drawer sides mean the manufacturer has the ability to combine both drawer programs in one kitchen if they desire and they will not need to stock two different types of drawer sides.
From a global point of view the market is still difficult, but we are pleased overall and expect to again show growth in the 2012-2013 financial year. While the European market and economy remains reasonably buoyant, there is the feeling it is balanced right now at a point where it could tip at any time back into recession, or into a phase of strong growth.
From a Blum New Zealand perspective: I was very pleased with the new products which continue to be developed and released by Blum. Our strategy of continued innovation even in these tough economic conditions will see a steady release of exciting new products each year into our market.
Tandembox antaro
Highlights of the show included: Of particular interest for the New Zealand market was Blum’s new award winning TANDEMBOX antaro drawer system, which we will be releasing in New Zealand in August. It won the “2013 Interzum interior innovation award”
Tandembox antaro, the minimalist pull-out system with a rectangular gallery or also available as an enclosed drawer with gallery and design elements of various materials such as glass, metal, wood, etc.
This drawer system is based on the well known and proven TANDEMBOX plus drawer, which has been on the market in New Zealand now for 14 years. The new TANDEMBOX antaro drawer from a manufacturing point of view; is identical to the current TANDEMBOX drawer, with no changes required for the manufacturer. All drilling and cutting dimensions remain the same.
Legrabox, Blum’s new box system with slim and straight side walls, had two models on show, both with the matching Ambia-Line inner dividing system. The first is Legrabox pure with matte, metallic side walls and the second Legrabox free with large design elements of, for example, glass. Legrabox’s runner system boasts a synchronised feather-light glide, low sag values, and lots more.
However from a design perspective the antaro drawer is completely new. Its characterised by a rectangular gallery and colour coordinated components. These new colour coordinated components and clean lines meet the latest developments in kitchen design, and link beautifully with the modern minimalist look. An additional benefit to the manufacturer is the synergy between the new TANDEMBOX
First presented in 2011, Blum’s Movento runner system for wooden furniture is available in a wide product range and has outstanding running characteristics. The concealed solution is designed for dynamic loads of 40 and 60 kg. Its high stability and very low sag values are impressive.
JOINERS Magazine June 2013 page 30
Legrabox
Movento runner system