BUDMA 2024, Poznań | 30 Jan-2 Feb | International Construction and Architecture Fair

BUDMA, also known as the International Construction and Architecture Fair, is one of the most significant gatherings for manufacturers and distributors of cutting-edge technologies and building materials with trade representatives, architects, contractors, and investors in Europe. Nearly a thousand enterprises from Poland and beyond exhibit their newest products, technologies, and services at this construction expo. The Poznań construction fair’s four days are jam-packed with presentations, contests, and championships as well as market debuts, product news, and important events addressing the most pressing challenges faced by the sector. The BUDMA fair will take place at the Poznań Congress Centre in Poznań, Poland from January 30 to February 2, 2024.

Timing:

• Tuesday, 30 January: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday, 31 January:  10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday, 1 February: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday, 2 February: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

BUDMA 2023 Statistics

• Number of visitors: 21667
• Number of exhibitors: 611
• Total exhibitor countries: 26

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BUDMA – Product Categories

Groundwork

• Geotechnical designing
• Geodetic measuring devices
• Soil reinforcement, ground stabilization
• Geosynthetics
• Special foundations
• Others

Structural Elements, Walls, and Elevations at BUDMA

• Steel constructions
• Reinforced-concrete construction elements (pillars, beams, lintels)
• Wooden constructions
• Binding materials (cement, lime, gypsum)
• Wood-derivative boards
• Wall elements
• Chimney systems
• Elevations
• Heat insulating and refurbishment systems
• Waterproof systems

Ready Assembly Systems

• Containers
• Garages, sheds
• Halls
• Sports halls, swimming pools
• Car parks
• Specialized buildings
• Wooden houses
• Other construction systems

Prefabricated Elements and Systems at BUDMA

• Prefabricated building elements
• Prefabricated and modular building systems

Beams and Floors

• Beams
• Floors
• Concrete (plaster) spreading equipment
• Admixtures for cement, concrete, and plaster

Glass Building Materials

• Decorative glass
• Ready glassware
• Others

Joinery

• Windows
• Winter gardens, patios
• Windowsills
• Window shields
• Doors
• Window and door hardware
• Gates and fencings
• Automatics for windows, window shields, gates, and fencings
• Elevators, escalators, moving walks

Roofs

• Sawn timber (laths, boards, beams, squares, battens)
• Roofing
• Roofing accessories
• Roof insulation systems
• Drainage systems
• Solar techniques
• Roofer fixtures
• Metal sheet working machines
• Metal products and fixings/fasteners

Finishing Systems

• Dry construction systems
• Decorative elements and finishing systems
• Walls
• Ceilings
• Decorative foil
• Wall cladding
• Lighting systems
• Stairs
• Balustrades
• Floors
• Chemicals for floors
• Machines and tools for floor processing

Bathroom and Wellness

• Bathroom fixtures and ceramics
• Sanitary ware
• Bathroom furniture and accessories
• Wellness

Building Chemicals

• Plasters, varnishes, paints
• Glues
• Putties, silicones
• Jointing compounds, sealing compounds
• Impregnates, resins, solvents
• Auxiliary agents
• Protective agents for building and structures
• Anti-corrosive agents
• Detergents
• Painting tapes
• Others

Urban Architecture

• Urban architecture elements, street furniture
• Playgrounds
• Architectural lighting

Surfaces

• Cobblestones
• Concrete surfaces
• Stone surfaces
• Pavement slabs
• Concrete cobble elements
• Machines and equipment for surface construction
• Machines for producing cobblestones and precast concrete elements

Energy and Eco Trends at BUDMA

• Building energy-efficient and passive
• Photovoltaics and heat pump
• Shading technique
• Ventilation and air conditioning systems
• Building thermal insulation devices

Smart Home/Smart City

• House managing systems
• Access control systems
• Parking systems

Designing & IT

• Designing
• Software

Construction Equipment

• Construction tools
• Auxiliary construction equipment
• Formworks and scaffoldings

Health and Safety

• Working clothes
• Ears and eyes protective equipment, protective helmets
• Safety nets, safety belts
• Others

Services

• Financial consulting
• Unions, chambers, associations
• Professional publications
• Business information and promotion

BUDMA- Awards 2024

Architectural sketches at BUDMA

Architectural sketches is a competition for students organised at the construction expo. It involves the presentation of the workshop skills of high school and university students who employ traditional techniques and belong to architectural faculties.

Acanthus aureus competition at BUDMA

The prize given by the MTP Group seeks to recognise the best architectural and graphic solutions that encourage direct client engagement and highlight the positive image of the company showcasing its product at individual fairs. The Golden Acanthus statuette is given to the stands that are best constructed and ready to carry out the company’s marketing plan during the fair.

Gold medal – experts’ award at BUDMA

The MTP Gold Medal is one of the best-recognized awards in the Polish market, which is awarded to the highest quality innovative products after a thorough evaluation by experts. Each year, almost 500 products enter the competition but only the ones that meet the statutory criteria and obtain positive recommendations from the professional jury receive this prestigious award.

Gold medal- consumer’s choice at BUDMA

The verdict of the Jury and the granting of Gold Medals to the winning products are followed by the next competition. The representatives of the industry and consumers, in this competition, cast their votes for the best product at the international architecture and construction fair. It brings significant promotional benefits as it highlights the uniqueness, high quality, and innovative nature of a product or service.

BUDMA, the International Construction and Architecture Fair, is a meeting place for manufacturers and distributors of building materials and modern technology with trade professionals, architects, contractors, and investors from all around Europe. So, register now!