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Bernard Walsh, head of DMG World Media, talks to about this year's Big 5.
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You could tell a lot about the construction machinery industry from a stroll around the stands at last month’s Big 5 PMV show.
Abu Dhabi's desire to become the Middle East's main attraction was clearly illustrated with the announcement of a number of high-profile developments earlier this year.
French company can bring designs to life
BIG 5: French company Vectuel debuted at the Big 5 with its new modeling service that will help urban planners and architects.
XCMG enjoys big success in region
BIG 5: Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group (XCMG), a Chinese company now headquartered in Dubai, claims to have enjoyed enormous success since making its way into the region's booming construction market.
BIG 5: Company's air conditioning technology allows for different temperatures in different rooms of a home or office.
Getzner makes Big 5 vibrations
BIG 5: The use of vibration solutions such as tuned mass dampers is essential in tower construction.
Chinese companies don’t know UK Cares
BIG 5: China-based company already has certification from CE and British Standard.
Water ‘more valuable than oil’
BIG 5: United Arab Emirates should now be looking at conserving ‘blue gold' as a priority.
Snowkey aims for recognition in Middle East
BIG 5: China's Snowman Refrigeration Equipment Company has introduced a new flake ice machine to the market, producing ice for supermarkets and a variety of other applications across the UAE and Middle East.
BIG 5: Energy wastage warning from Elematic, precast concrete machinery production specialists.
BIG 5: Possibly the most successful year in the event's history, reports organisers of the industry event.
Kaltronix touts benefits of its pressure washer lineup
BIG 5: Dubai-based distribution company Kaltronix made its debut at the Big 5 this year.
Midea expands into commercial sector
BIG 5: Air conditioning manufacturer Midea has announced plans to enter the commercial AC sector in the Middle Eastern region.
Mekar offers fan coil & air handling units
BIG 5: Mekar, the Italian manufacture of air handling units (AHU) and fan coil units (FCU) has opened its regional office and warehousing facility in the UAE.
BIG 5: Big 5 provides platform for UAE's leading free trade zone to address companies serving the construction sector.
Developers told to consult more
BIG 5: Atlantis says water management firms should be involved in planning a building at the design stage.
Real estate expert: boom to continue
BIG 5: The oil boom and petrodollar recycling are creating a strong basis for a new Gulf real estate renaissance capable of withstanding future cyclical downturns, according to Khalid Esbaitah, executive manager and CEO of Al Mazaya Holding.
BIG 5: Growing awareness, legislation and increasing oversight mean fire safety technology is currently in big demand.
Axyz panel software helps reduce waste
BIG 5: Axyz Automation is showcasing its panel building software and machinery at the Big 5 show.
Facades boast ease of cleaning
BIG 5: Latest PVD product could make cleaning buildings simpler.
BIG 5: Power buggies and lifting kit on display.
Shift towards offsite production prediction
BIG 5: Labour shortages ‘could be alleviated by prefabricated construction methods'.
Peikko: large potential for pre-cast concrete products
BIG 5: Finland-based Peikko Group, a provider of pre-cast concrete structures, has entered the Middle Eastern via a number of local partners.
Liebherr plans large investment in region
BIG 5: Liebherr, a German construction equipment company, is investing in the Middle Eastern market.
BIG 5: Chiller manufacturer LS has won a contract to provide centrifugal chillers to the Motor City development in Dubai.
BIG 5: ADSF's fluorescent scaffolding system is designed to aid safety on construction sites.
BIG 5: German ice water plant provides higher strength concrete for building projects.
Heavy emphasis on crane training
BIG 5: Safety precautions central to HanKook and Modern Emirates Heavy Cranes, as their team-up aims for success.
BIG 5: The Middle East will see a massive increase in demand for high-capacity modular crushers over the next year.
Chamber offers sector a service
BIG 5: Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry is using the Big 5 to highlight its services and support to those involved in the emirate's construction sector.
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