Manufacturing & Industry

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Häfele America Co., a key player in the architectural and furniture hardware industry, continues to reinforce its position in the North American market through a robust commitment to innovation, strategic distribution infrastructure, and customer-centric solutions. As a subsidiary of Germany-based Häfele Group, the company combines nearly a century of global expertise with localized operations tailored to the needs of U.S.-based manufacturers, designers, and construction professionals.

A Trusted Partner in Architectural and Furniture Hardware

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings manufacturer Blum has unveiled a new service initiative, Beyond Components, designed to help furniture manufacturers address rising cost pressures, increasing complexity, and a persistent shortage of skilled labor. First introduced at interzum in Cologne, the new offering represents a strategic expansion of Blum’s capabilities beyond hardware, delivering turnkey value-added solutions to support greater operational efficiency across the entire production lifecycle.

End-to-End Solutions for Streamlined Operations

Beyond Components provides a comprehensive suite of pre-assembled and flat-pack drawer systems that enable manufacturers to accelerate production timelines, simplify logistics, and reduce inventory costs. Underpinned by Blum’s long-standing development principle of “global customer benefits,” the initiative includes:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Global fittings manufacturer Blum has unveiled two new hinges designed to meet evolving production and assembly needs across the furniture manufacturing sector. The additions—M BLUMOTION 105° and CLIP top BLUMOTION 105°—reinforce Blum's commitment to offering universal, high-quality solutions that align with industry demands for flexibility, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Engineered for both flat-pack construction and modular furniture production, the new hinges bring together compact design, seamless integration, and streamlined assembly. Each product is equipped with Blum’s renowned BLUMOTION soft-close technology and tailored to support high-volume manufacturing processes without compromising on performance or aesthetic.

Tailored Solutions for Modern Furniture Manufacturing

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings specialist Blum brought a global perspective to interzum 2025, captivating trade fair attendees with a visionary showcase of future-forward furniture solutions designed “For Everyone, Everywhere.” Inspired by Jules Verne’s famous journey, the company led visitors on a whirlwind global tour of innovative living spaces in just 80 minutes—highlighting its latest product developments, services, and international trends for the furniture manufacturing sector.

The exhibition marks a strategic evolution from Blum’s 2023 “FOR EVERYONE” concept, which focused on practical, accessible furniture ideas. At interzum 2025, the theme was elevated to include “EVERYWHERE,” emphasizing the company’s global reach and adaptability across diverse markets and living environments.

Global Reach Meets Local Insight

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Austrian fittings specialist Blum has introduced a significantly enhanced version of its REVEGO slide-in door system, delivering increased design flexibility, improved functionality, and streamlined logistics. This latest upgrade reflects Blum’s continued commitment to optimizing space management solutions for modern, multifunctional living and working environments—especially relevant in today’s compact urban settings.

Strategic Enhancements Support Evolving Interior Design Needs

Originally launched in 2021, REVEGO enables single or double doors to slide seamlessly into narrow pockets within furniture, allowing entire living or working zones to be elegantly concealed and revealed as needed. With the 2025 upgrade, Blum has widened the scope of application to meet the changing demands of interior designers, architects, and furniture manufacturers.

The newly upgraded system features:

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Vauth-Sagel, a leader in engineered storage systems, has announced the introduction of the VS COR® Wheel Pro – a transformative corner cabinet solution that redefines kitchen organization. Designed to unlock the full potential of traditionally underutilized spaces, this advanced Lazy Susan system delivers both elevated functionality and a refined aesthetic, offering up to 20% more storage capacity compared to standard designs.

Maximizing Efficiency in Modern Kitchens

At the heart of the VS COR® Wheel Pro lies a cross-traverse mechanism that eliminates the need for the cumbersome central pole found in conventional Lazy Susans. This not only expands usable space but also provides uninterrupted access to the entire shelving surface. Each shelf is height-adjustable, supporting up to 60 pounds, and tailored to accommodate a broad range of kitchen items—from heavy cookware to delicate glassware.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – VAUTH-SAGEL, a global leader in innovative storage solutions, has launched its latest design line, "Ligano," specifically developed to cater to the structural and aesthetic preferences of the North American kitchen market. Unveiled at KBIS 2025 in Las Vegas, Ligano represents a strategic blend of traditional materials and contemporary design, tailored to both face frame and frameless cabinetry construction prevalent across the U.S.

The Ligano line marks a new chapter in VAUTH-SAGEL’s commitment to market-responsive product innovation. By integrating classic wood elements with modern metallic accents, Ligano offers a compelling solution for American kitchen designers, cabinetmakers, and OEMs seeking both style and functional precision.

Strategic Design for a Targeted Market

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Vauth-Sagel has unveiled its latest innovation in kitchen storage at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2025: the VS SUB® Pantry Flex, a modular pull-out base cabinet system designed to redefine functional storage in modern kitchens. With its flexible configuration and seamless design integration, the new system supports efficient, user-centric kitchen workflows and enhances long-term operational value for kitchen designers, manufacturers, and property developers alike.

Modular System Addresses Modern Kitchen Demands

The VS SUB® Pantry Flex is strategically engineered to optimize the often-underutilized space around ovens, stoves, and washing machines. By transforming base cabinets into high-functioning storage units, Vauth-Sagel is addressing growing industry demands for smarter, space-saving kitchen solutions—especially in compact urban living environments.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Vauth-Sagel, a global leader in innovative storage solutions for modern living, has announced the launch of its new VS WASH® series, an elegant and space-optimizing laundry system designed to bring style and structure to residential laundry routines. With this strategic expansion beyond the kitchen, Vauth-Sagel continues its mission of creating high-quality system solutions that merge convenience, durability, and design.

Transforming Laundry Management with Intelligent Design

The VS WASH® series answers a growing demand in the home and furniture industry for practical yet visually integrated laundry storage. Whether the laundry area is in the basement, bathroom, or utility room, the system ensures that even dirty laundry contributes to a home's overall aesthetic harmony.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 19, 2025 – Schattdecor has significantly expanded its production capabilities in Tarnowo Podgórne, Poland, with the commissioning of its newest state-of-the-art PMDL55 printing and coating machine, positioning the facility as a global leader in finish foil manufacturing.

This strategic investment marks a pivotal step for Schattdecor Poland, which now operates the world’s most advanced machinery setup for producing finish foils. With the addition of the PMDL55 and the earlier PML12—installed two years ago—the company is doubling down on operational efficiency, premium surface quality, and heightened competitiveness in a fast-evolving decorative surfaces market.

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