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équipbaie métalexpo 2010

The show for new trends in openings and metal fittings

salon baie métal Every other year in Paris, équipbaie métalexpo is the show the trade cannot afford to miss that is totally dedicated to openings in buildings and their fittings (joinery, closing fixtures, glazing, solar protection) as well as the metal fittings used in construction (Metal millwork, Fittings - Decoration , Metalwork – Fire, Ironmongery).

Serving one of the most innovative sectors of the construction industry and one that is central to achieving the objectives for improving energy efficiency, safety and security and comfort, this show has become the meeting place for the trade (project managers, contract owners, contractors and distributors), the manufacturers of products and their machinery and component suppliers.

Acknowledged for the quality of the contacts it generates and highly rated by the industry, équipbaie métalexpo brings together all the sector’s specialities in one place and at one time for an event where each individual takes the time to learn, to discuss and to enjoy the company of fellow professionals.

Our undertakings

  • To establish the show as the reference show for building openings and the metal fittings used in construction.
  • To highlight the innovation and diversity of the various trades.
  • To serve as a forum for meetings and discussions between all the professionals involved in the sector.
  • To develop new marketing solutions tailored to your expectations to enable you to increase your return on investment.

The 2008 show in figures

Occupying 46,829 sqm of gross exhibition space :
équipbaie attracted 386 exhibitors, 36% of whom were non-French
métalexpo attracted 60 exhibitors, 16% of whom were non-French
24,420 visitors, including 10% from 81 countries outside France

Sector breakdown


A show totally geared to Sustainable Development

The show for Energy Efficiency, Safety and Security, Accessibility, Comfort

A host of events reflecting current key concerns will
be staged. These will include special events, visitor
trails, conferences and round tables and
demonstrations such as:
• Photovoltaic solutions for building openings
• Metal in all its forms
• Technical solutions for accessibility
• New themed villages for decorative glass, ironmongery, wood…

The show for Innovation

The second Innovation Awards will provide recognition for the most effective technical innovations for every aspect of openings and their fittings, as well as the various uses of metal in construction.

Located at the heart of the show, the Innovation Space will present all the shortlisted products together with the winners from 17th November 2010 onwards.

The show for exchanges and meetings that matter


The show will strengthen its position as a platform for the exchange of ideas and meetings
between professionals through:
• New marketing tools to bring exhibitors and visitors into contact with each other as far upstream as possible
• A programme of conferences and round tables staged in the forum, which will take on a new dimension.