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Predictability, legal certainty, and a strong voice for the industry: VDMA Valves provides concrete assistance and position papers and maintains close contact with politicians, authorities, and European partner associations.
Monthly tracking of the market development of valve-relevant raw materials with a focus on non-ferrous metals
At the VDMA TechTalk in Berlin, politicians, industry and associations discussed how building technology and reliable framework conditions can jointly pave the way to climate-neutral buildings. Practical examples showed that the technology is ready.
The reform of the GEG is currently the subject of intense debate. A new publication from the VDMA Building Technology Forum shows that the GEG amendment can meaningfully combine energy efficiency, comfort, health and resilience in building operation.
The EU's Digital Product Passport promotes sustainability, transparency, and digitization in product policy. Manufacturers of building valves and sanitary products must also adapt to new regulatory requirements.
The EU Product Safety Regulation has been in force since the end of 2024 and also brings changes for manufacturers of sanitary products. New information from the VDMA clarifies who is affected.
The EU has launched a consultation process on the proposed restriction of Chromiumtrioxide. VDMA Valves has drawn up guidelines for members from the sanitary sector
The VDMA Building Technology Forum warns against rushed GEG changes. Instead of hasty decisions, clear, reliable, and practical rules are needed to preserve proven standards and develop them sustainably - turning reform into an industry opportunity.
The EU's plans to restrict chromium trioxide pose major challenges, particularly for the sanitary sector. Against this backdrop, the CEIR association and VDMA Valves have jointly commissioned a white paper.
The 5th meeting of the VDMA Valves PCR project took place recently - this time at VDMA member company KSB in Frankenthal. Thanks to the assembled experts, great progress was made.
The building valves industry saw only modest growth in the first half of 2025. Neither the government change nor the “construction turbo” spurred lasting recovery. For 2025, VDMA forecasts just 3 percent revenue growth.
After weaker previous months, the domestic business of building fittings manufacturers increased significantly in September.
The industry's key figures at a glance.
The building technology sector offers key solutions for the energy transition – yet it shrank by 4 percent in 2024. The issue isn’t a lack of innovative technology, but rather a lack of political reliability in increasingly uncertain timeson
Monthly tracking of the market development of raw materials relevant to valves with a focus on steel and cast iron.
Federal Environment Agency updates FAQ document I new answer brings advantages
Market information forms the basis for many business decisions. With directly collected data and a wealth of secondary information, the Valves Association offers comprehensive know-how on industry and market developments.
Europe's construction industry is recovering - thanks to stable prices, better financing and EU funding. Residential construction will be the most important driver in future, with significant growth. In Germany, however, this will not become a reality until 2027 at the earliest.
The new EU packaging regulation is part of the Green Deal and came into force on February 11, 2025. From August 12, 2026, most of the regulations will be binding in all EU member states. This also puts pressure on the valves industry.
For years, the VDMA has ensured that the German sanitary industry has an ideal stage at Kitchen & Bath China. In 2025, the German Pavilion was once again the focal point for German brand manufacturers - even with a diplomatic visit.
• EU strategy puts water in the political spotlight • Building sector considered as a key field of action • Sanitary and installation technology as a technology path for water and energy efficiency in buildings
-VDMA: Extending the deadline for implementing the European Buildings Directive would send the wrong signal -EPBD is a guarantee for energy efficiency, drinking water and indoor air quality - Building services industry needs planning security
• Majority of companies rate current business situation as “satisfactory” • 72 percent of members expect sales growth in 2025 • Neoperl joins VDMA Sanitary Technology and Design
• ISH keeps position as a world’s leading trade fair • 6.2 percent more visitors compared to 2023 • Sanitary industry commits to the trade fair format
Which companies from the valves industry will be exhibiting at the ISH? And where exactly can they be found? In this directory you will find all VDMA Valves member companies exhibiting at ISH 2025.
Dallmer stands for innovative sanitary technology that makes drainage in the home and on the property more effective, safer and more convenient. We ask Managing Director Yvonne Dallmer which industry trends will be the focus of ISH 2025.
Franz Joseph Schütte GmbH produces fittings, showers and sanitary products under the umbrella of the SCHÜTTE GROUP. Innovative technologies will take center stage at the ISH. Managing Director Björn Schütte reveals which new products will be presented.
For more than 150 years, Geberit has been committed to a sanitary industry that takes a holistic view of the life cycle of its products. How does Geberit present its innovations at the ISH? We ask Managing Director Cyril Stutz.
Metals in contact with drinking water I Four new materials planned for positive list
Under the motto "Life full of energy", the Central Hessian company Roth develops and sells energy and sanitary systems worldwide. Managing Director Dr. Anne-Kathrin Roth explains what role the ISH plays for the company.
SYR stands for solutions in water management and heating protection and combines fittings and applications for added value in the HVAC industry. What trends are the focus of ISH 2025? We ask SYR Managing Director Elisa Sasserath-Kentsch.
Hygiene, water efficiency and reliability requirements are increasing in sanitary facilities around the world. VDMA member SCHELL aims to provide answers with its fittings and angle valves. An interview at the ISH with Managing Director Andrea Bußmann.
As an important service, VDMA Armaturen offers member companies regular updates on key industry facts relating to the building and industrial valves industry.
The pure joy of water: this is the motto according to which the long-established company Grohe develops fittings and sanitary products that redefine the water experience while conserving resources. An interview with Managing Director Marc Dobro on the ISH trends.
At ISH 2025, KWC Professional will be presenting systems that solve many challenges in commercial and public sanitary facilities. What impetus can be expected at the ISH? We ask KWC Professional CEO Marten van der Mei.
Together with VDMA Valves in Hall 3.1 at Stand D73 | Design Plaza: Presentations on the industry's top topics | Guided tours to the exhibition stands of the innovation leaders
Turnover in the building valves industry will stagnate in 2024, and foreign business will also remain weak. A slight recovery is expected in 2025. But above all, the industry needs better location conditions.
Easy-to-install products and technologies that are easy to explain are the trend for Grünbeck at ISH 2025. We talk to Grünbeck board member Matthias Wunn about his expectations of the industry event of the year.
On its way to becoming a holistic provider of bathroom concepts, Kludi is focusing on intensive and international industry exchange under the umbrella of RAK Ceramics. We talk to Kludi Managing Director Harald Hotop about his expectations of the ISH.
'Cradle-to-cradle' certification for more than 600 products and greater installation efficiency and ease of assembly for the trade: we talk to Kaldewei Managing Director Roberto Martinez about the highlights of the ISH.
Future-proof water technologies for sustainable and holistic bathroom experiences: We talk to Frank Wiehmeier, Managing Director of Hansgrohe Deutschland Vertriebs GmbH and Board Member of VDMA Sanitary Technology and Design, about the trends at ISH.
Kemper stands for innovation in building technology and has been focusing on sustainability and climate protection for many years. What will be the trends at ISH 2025? We ask Kemper Managing Director Dr. Michael Rehse.
In view of the increasing Europeanization of the valve market and stricter legislation, VDMA Valves is focusing on stronger networking and a bundled representation of interests at European level.
Pioneer of "universal design": Since its foundation in 1929, HEWI has developed into a system provider for sanitary accessories and barrier-free bathrooms. What impulses can be expected at the ISH? We ask HEWI Managing Director Thorsten Stute.
Bette has been manufacturing bathroom elements made of titanium steel since 1952: bathtubs, washbasins and shower surfaces. Managing Partner Thilo C. Pahl, who is also Chairman of the Board of VDMA Sanitary Technology and Design, describes his expectations of ISH 2025.
The new steering committee of the VDMA Building Technology Forum aims to play a more active role in the transformation of the building sector through innovative solutions and close cooperation between politics, industry and associations.
Which companies from the sanitary industry will be exhibiting at the ISH? And where exactly can they be found? In this directory you will find all VDMA Sanitary Engineering and Design member companies exhibiting at ISH 2025.
Implementation of the European Drinking Water Directive - Guidance documents provide information on positive lists
On behalf of the VDMA Germany Trade and Invest (gtai) publishes reports on the construction industry of selected markets.
The trade association continuously reports on new standards or draft standards that may be of relevance to valve manufacturers.
With the impending ban on around 10,000 PFAS industrial chemicals in one fell swoop, the EU is overshooting the mark by a long way. Indispensable components such as seals would be affected - and consequently many products for people's everyday lives. The VDMA is calling for exemptions for PFAS substances that are in machinery and do not come into contact with the environment.
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The trends towards individualisation and the increasing demand for hygiene require innovative and holistic bathroom concepts. The German sanitary fittings industry offers sustainable product solutions.
The Standardization Committee for Valves (NAA) is the central platform in the German Institute for Standardization (DIN) for the standardization of industrial and building valves.
Intelligent leakage protection, hygienic flushing and excellent materials. Brand manufacturers set standards in the industry with their products. The drivers and the claim are innovation, quality and responsibility. Immerse yourself in the world of building fittings....
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Innovation, quality, comfort and responsibility. Brand manufacturers set trends and provide orientation in the evolution of the industry. What this means in concrete terms is described briefly and concisely in a video by the trade association.
