www.stadia-magazine.com September 2019 14EVENT HUB
Stadia’s guide to global industry events
FSB
Location: Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany
Date: November 5-8, 2019
Website: www.fsb-cologne.com
Held every two years, FSB welcomes industry key players to Cologne’s Koelnmesse for its leading
tradefair for urban living environments, public spaces, sports and leisure facilities. This must-attend event for
decision makers from associations, international buyers, investors, planning agencies, architects and operators of stadia,
event locations and arenas will see the key trends, discover innovations, exchange ideas with industry partners and find
the right solutions for their current projects.
Experts from around the globe assemble at FSB to jointly discuss current topics and the latest research in sports
development planning, architectural projects, innovative materials, facility management concepts, management
strategies and the latest industry issues, and to debate new solutions for tomorrow’s urban living environments.
Supporting the event will be the 26th IAKS Congress, as well as a special show and a forum on the recycling of plastic
flooring such as artificial turf, running tracks and other sports surfaces.
Companies to see
Unitech System
1 Unitech System, founded in 2002, designs and manufactures its Telescopic Seating System, Modular Grandstand
and other spectator seats with specialized technology and design. Unitech System has built its reputation by
providing seats and system to numerous international sporting and entertainment events. Some of the biggest projects
the company has worked on, and is currently involved with, include the 2014 Asian Games, 2017 Universiade Games,
2018 Winter Olympics and 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Hall 9.1, Stand E068
Midstream Lighting
2 Midstream Lighting is a leading global designer, manufacturer and solution architect for advanced LED
floodlighting for the sport stadium, marine port, aviation, and horticulture industries. Established in the UK, it
has a global footprint with clients and projects all over the world. Its products and solutions feature cutting edge LED
technology and its proprietary optic lens system delivers bespoke light distributions for spectator experiences. Expert
designs, advice and technology is provided for innovative and integrated designs solutions to transform venues.
Hall 10.2, Stand G012
Schmitz Foam Products
3 The ProPlay shock pad, produced by Schmitz Foam Products, provides safety to players of all ages, contributes
to the experience and quality of the game, and prolongs the lifespan of a synthetic grass surface. The international
company that has been known for its engineering, innovation and quality since 1935. For three decades, this fourthgeneration
family-owned business provides shock absorbing and drainage solutions to the highest standards. These
solutions set the trends in sports and playgrounds as well as in the equestrian and construction industries.
Hall 10.2, Stand C061
GSM Sella
4 First established in 1991 as Gößnitzer Stahlrohrmöbel, GSM Sella produces sports seats, furniture, and other quality
products 100% made in Germany. The modern, fast growing company offers a number of flexible solutions to meet
the needs of its customers and since January 2018 it has welcomed a new investor group to boost its production.
Hall 9.1, Stand A068
SMG
5 Since 1975, SMG has been dealing with the development of modern machinery for the installation of synthetic
surfaces in the sports industry. For the maintenance of artificial turf or carpets with granule infilling, SMG has
developed the turf industry’s first breakthrough innovations since the 1980s. For approximately 40 years, the company
has been offering a unique range of machinery. As a pioneer in the specialized sector of synthetic sports surfaces and
artificial turf, it has been pushing the boundaries and redefining recognized competence and experience for decades.
Hall 10.2, Stand E010 /F011
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