NMBS EXHIBITION 2026
consistent ties while lowering cost per tie. Key highlights include single-wire tying (Ø 1.3 mm) with pull-back feature, strong, tight knots – fully embedded in the concrete and up to 44 mm rebar thickness capacity. Marsh Industries takes over stand 250 to focus on its drainage and wastewater treatment solutions, which deliver reliable, compliant systems for domestic and commercial projects, backed by expert support, innovation, and nationwide coverage. On the workwear front, Regatta will be using stand 251 to show merchants its new Trade Hoody and T-shirt. Just 1 Source & Supply will feature Watersafe Pred Congo (WS6) on stand 245, along with the new display and merchandising stands.
Stand 86 will feature Buckler Boots’ WIZARDZ Lace boot in Stone Leather finish, with a £55 retail price point. BMJ
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how fast-moving lines can be presented clearly and effectively on the trade counter or shop floor. Available in three sizes, the free-standing illuminated units are designed to help products stand out, even in low-light areas, driving visibility and impulse sales. SHOWA MFT PRO Glove Range will be on show on stand 359 from the pioneers of modern hand protection, SHOWA and Globus. Engineered with innovative Microfibre Technology, the MFT PRO range combines moisture-wicking performance, exceptional fit and feel, and enhanced grip at the palm and fingertips, without compromising breathability. With a DPF of just 0.52, MFT PRO delivers exceptional fineness, protection, and breathability.
Designed to provide an effortless alternative to traditional tiling, SolidStyle wall panels and tiles from Boniplas are crafted from solid core materials that promise durability and provide 100% water resistance, this range is also ideal for wet environments like bathrooms and shower areas. It comes in a range of modern designs, no matter what the interior styling preferences. Stand 133. Aspro Tools’ offer of its new range of Grettz Precision rotary & line lasers will include the Grettz G4D - Grettz 4 Line Green Beam Laser and the Grettz G70 - Grettz Red Beam Rotary Laser Kit. Stand 224 ProWarm Underfloor Heating will be on stand 189 exhibiting its market leading range of easy-to-use smart WiFi thermostats for all types of domestic heating and hot water. Luxurious and high performance extractor fans in glass/aluminium finishes on the ABM Electrical Distributors Ltd stand 40, are unique to the UK market. They are designed to offer a high end finish matching existing décor, and completely different product to the
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standard white finish residential extractor fans. The Turbo Edge Quantum Syphon, Thomas Dudley’s most advanced syphon yet, is ideal as a leak free, push-button replacement for valve- operated systems. It’s being shown on stand 162.
Over on stand 296 Beeswift will be highlighting the JCB 2.0 Workwear and Footwear ranges. From Precon Products Ltd on stand 118 comes the Dual Cast UPVC Screed Rails, which offer a lightweight, durable, and recycled alternative to steel and timber formwork. Engineered for versatility, Dual Cast rails are compatible with all types of screeds, including twin beams, Roller Strikers, and Vibro Strikers. The patented design includes a removable top strip for joint sealing, while unique end clips enable fast and seamless installation. Dual Cast screed rails provide a hassle-free, high-performance solution for forming reliable, long-lasting concrete joints. Dacatie, the cavity closer expert at Stand 47, will be offering 5% off all packs when ordering full pallets of 30 packs or more, with the added benefit of a 2% additional NMBS show rebate. Products can be mixed and matched across the range, and the promotion applies to a wide selection of systems, including Supafix, Multicloser and fire rated options, all manufactured with a ZERO Global Warming Potential (GWP) and Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP) materials.
Kyocera Fastening Solutions UK Ltd on stand 310 will be introducing the new TJEP Compact Rebar Tier 40, its latest rebar binder, designed to boost productivity on site without compromising on strength or precision. With an extremely fast tying speed of just 0.5 seconds per tie, low-profile knots without a tail, and reduced wire consumption, it delivers strong,
The NMBS Exhibition will return to the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry on 15 and 16 April 2026. BMJ looks at a few of the many suppliers attending.
In 2025, the NMBS Exhibition welcomed over 280 exhibitors and 1,125 visitors over two days, at the Coventry Building Society Arena in Coventry.
More than 15,000 interactions were recorded between members and exhibitors, the highest figure in the event’s history. With a strong line-up of exhibitors booked for the 2026 dates – 15th and 16th April - NMBS suppliers will offer substantial exhibition rebates, discounts and promotions only available to NMBS members who attend, visit supplier stands and place orders during the week of the event.
Kevin Williams, CEO at NMBS, said: “Building on the momentum and record engagement we saw in 2025, this year’s event will once again allow merchants to do business, strengthen supplier relationships and discover new products and services that can make a real difference for their customer relationships and branch performance. As a buying society, our role is to help members stay competitive and resilient in a market as it continues to evolve. We are looking forward to welcoming members and suppliers back to Coventry in April and making 2026 another standout event for the merchant community.”
NMBS will also host its annual Gala Dinner after the first day of the NMBS Exhibition, providing an evening of networking and entertainment for the attendees.
www.buildersmerchantsjournal.net March 2026
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