Dalekit is moving from its humble beginnings as a quality awning manufacturer on the outskirts of western Sydney, to a supplier of internal roller blinds and shutters, with a new division offering a cut length service.
The impetus for the new direction came from a visit to R+T Stuttgart in 2018... READ MORE
While 2021 was the year that most people will remember as the year of Covid-19, masks, lockdowns, and stress, for the team at BM Blinds it was also a chance to finalise its new website.
Michelle Macready, BM Blinds Sales Manager, told WFA the company wanted the website to showcase... READ MORE
Robert Mayer, Chair of the WincovER committee, gave an update to BMAA members on what had been achieved in 2021, both the Technical Process and Marketing perspective at the BMAA Special Meeting held in December 2021.
The committee oversaw the completed testing and WincovER rating of 62 products across wide range... READ MORE
Announced on New Year’s Eve, Ralph Sonnenberg, the controlling shareholder of Hunter Douglas Group, has entered into a definitive agreement to transfer a controlling interest in the company to 3G Capital, a global investment firm and private partnership.
The Sonnenberg family will continue to hold a 25% interest in Hunter Douglas, pro forma... READ MORE
Final submissions have been made by the Blind Manufacturers Association of Australia (BMAA) on behalf of the industry to address what it sees as flaws in the latest version of the National Construction Code (NCC).
The changes made in 2018 mean that technically any blind or awning fitted to any... READ MORE
Two major trade fairs for the window coverings industry have been cancelled as the coronavirus pandemic restrictions and tightened borders made the shows untenable.
Messe Stuttgart said in a release that it was postponing R+T Stuttgart until 2024, however... READ MORE
The Blind Manufacturers’ Association of Australia’s Annual General Meeting and Members General Meeting were held on 19th November. As with most meetings in the past 18 months, members were not able to meet in person as our meetings have been impacted by Covid-19 restrictions and border closures. Fortunately we have access to technology platforms and we have embraced Zoom, although missing the camaraderie and networking that was a feature of face-to-face meetings in the past.
A number of presentations were made at the meeting highlighting the issues that are being... READ MORE
Luxaflex Window Fashion dealers around Australia gathered online for the 2021 Annual Alliance Conference on Thursday 7 October. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the live event was held virtually with the stage set-up against a beautiful Harbour backdrop at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney. Hosted by Damon Gardner, General Manager - AWF Blindmaker and Vera Meharg - Marketing Communications Manager, the event delivered a seamless balance of live and pre-recorded video content, including live question and answer sessions throughout.
The conference focused on current interior and textile trends that have influenced recent consumer experiences... READ MORE
