Most successful

The FIT Show was Haffner Murat’s “best show ever” in terms of interest and orders taken, according to managing director Dave Thomas.

Its “star of the show” was the Opti-Weld quad welding machine, which can be used for PVCU, aluminium and wooden profiles.

“Fabricators could instantly see the benefits it brings,” Dave said. “Not only can it be used as a conventional welder, it can also weld a square without the need for pre or post cleaning of the profile.”

Dave also said the increasing trend for fabricators to turn to aluminium as an alternative to PVCU was reflected in interest on the stand.

“We have the machines fabricators need to cater for this market,” he said. “Machines attracting the most attention were the Spring CNC Machining Centre and the TT405 Automatic Double Mitre Saw. They are perfect examples of how automation delivers increased quality, increased efficiency and reduced fabrication costs.”

The trend towards high value, specialist products was reflected in interest in Haffner Murat’s heritage machinery package.

“Flush sash and heritage welding are certainly being talked about and promoted throughout the industry,” Dave said. “We will be looking to add more machinery in our range to make this even quicker and easier for manufacturers to fabricate, so watch this space.

“We’re delighted with the way the show went. We’ll be following up on leads over the coming weeks.”