As Central Europe's leading construction industry trade fair and policy forum, bautec serves as a key business barometer. Following the success of bautec 2006, the 2008 edition promises to be outstanding. Optimism in the building industry continues to gain momentum. Ideal conditions for exhibiting at bautec 2008.

Focus on energy

The bautec 2008 concept reflects the latest market developments. In line with the system link between building exterior construction and building services engineering, bautec 2008 will intensify its focus on energy-efficient construction for the future. Joint presentations by exhibitors from industry sectors ranging from building materials and systems, to energy, heating, and climate control makes visiting the trade show even more appealing for builders and industry specialists.

Urban development of the future

Cities and urban areas continue to gain popularity. As dynamic commercial and industrial centers, they concentrate supply and demand, innovations and information. Big cities offer people a modern and unique quality of life. Urban development of the future is a key issue for today's architects, sociologists, planners and designers. Along with renovation projects, the construction of new buildings is expected to gain momentum in 2008. The new "Urban Solution Berlin" segment at bautec will serve as a unique platform for these developments.

Index of exhibited products & services

• outdoor systems
• construction chemicals and protective agents
• construction machinery / construction site equipment / elevated access systems
• building materials
• fire protection
• roof building
• electrical technologies & equipment
• FAÇADE construction
• windows / doors / gates
• prefab buildings / construction systems
• Heating systems, chimneys
• Wood construction
• Interior construction & drywall
• Climate control & ventilation
• Building frame construction
• Sanitary systems
• Civil engineering
• Associations and consultants
• Tools, machinery, systems

CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY / EQUIPMENT

Preparing a construction site involves a variety of construction machines and vehicles. Since this is where it all begins, the entrance area to bautec 2008 will be set up as a construction site. State-of-the-art machinery along with groundcare and landscaping techniques, building chemicals and concrete construction systems will be presented in the outdoor area and in the heavy machinery hall — a very promising combination.

• Elevators/lifts
• Construction vehicles
• Construction machinery
• mounting systems
• preparation and application equipment
• Lifting trucks/platforms
• ladders/scaffolds
• formwork systems
• tools

GROUNDCARE / LANDSCAPING

Ensuring a balanced interaction between technology and nature is a for project planners, architects and the landscaping industry. Like the building itself, the surrounding area also needs to make a good impression on visitors and the general public. Attractively landscaped grounds convey a positive image and enhance the working environment and well-being of employees. At the same time, they serve an ecological purpose. The value of residential housing also depends on the quality of the surrounding area. A landscaped, green setting makes residential properties more attractive and enhances the tenants' sense of well-being. More and more homeowners and property management companies are investing in attractive landscaping, and modernizing courtyards and terraces. At bautec 2008, you will meet a variety of experts in the field.

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING
• BULIDING MATERIALS/SYSTEMS FOR ROADS AND PATHWAYS
• SEALING MATERIALS
• DRAINAGE/DE-WATERING SYSTEMS
• SUNPROTECTION
• CANOPIES
• FENCES/GATES/GATE DRIVES

Construction Technique Centers

The focus at bautec 2008 goes beyond building materials and equipment to encompass the entire building process. New Construction Technique Centers will be dedicated to the task of providing information about construction quality and hands-on applications. Building materials, professional workmanship, materials selection, noise and fire insulation, energy and climate control concepts: bautec brings together manufacturers, the building trade, planners, project engineers and builders to exchange ideas in a practice-oriented setting.