Hannover Fair 2005 Wednesday May 13, another train arrives at 'Messe Stadt' Hannover. From here all arrows are pointing towards to the venue of the five-day HANNOVER FAIR 2005. http://www.hannoverfair.deArnold 1 of 60
Material Trends 2005 Don't even think about seeing all its 24 halls full of exhibitors with over 205.000 visitors. We're better off with a close look at the 'material trends 2005' in Hall five. http://www.hannoverfair.deArnold 2 of 60
Russia My favourite material? Check out this great dress on Olga, hostess of guest nation Russia :) http://www.hannovermesse.deArnold 3 of 60
BrainLight Brainlight took care of the 'immaterial' part of the materials fair with a meditation oasis. http://www.brainlight.deArnold 4 of 60
Reholz Wood veneer is normally not 3D malleable. Reholz enhances these capabilities with a special pre-treatment providing more design freedom. http://www.reholz.deArnold 5 of 60
Foam Glass Modulor's representative noted to be fascinated by this foam glass for its special characteristics. Here a traditionally used for insulation with great lightweight, environmental and fire resistance properties. http://www.foamglas.deArnold 6 of 60
Vectogramm A computer-based method, providing milling commands to a CNC milling machine allows any image data to be mapped onto sheet materials. Here 'Monroe in aluminium'. http://www.vectogramm.deArnold 7 of 60
Space Dividers A special combination of a cardboard honeycomb core with plasterboard covers. Can be easily cut and sized on site. http://www.knauf.deArnold 8 of 60
Smile Plastics Mobile phones reincarnated. Sheets are made from nothing else but old mobiles, no additives, no resins, just plastic phone cases. Great answer to wasted mobiles. http://www.smile-plastics.co.ukArnold 9 of 60
3D-TEX This version includes renewable sources such as kenaf, hemp and flax. http://www.mayser.deArnold 10 of 60
3D-TEX 3D-TEX are three-dimensional formed fabrics which have been impregnated with a stabilizing resin system. This one is made of polyester. http://www.mayser.deArnold 11 of 60
Honeycomb Aluminium A honeycomb aluminium panel traditionally applied in ship and automotive production. Great stuff for strong plus lightweight applications. http://www.euro-composites.comArnold 12 of 60
Modulor I stopped counting... and took out some highlights. http://www.modulor.deArnold 13 of 60
Modulor Berlin based Modulor is a special supplier of materials for architectural model making. At Material Trends they present their new catalogue and samplebox with small materials. http://www.modulor.deArnold 14 of 60
Santoprene Santoprene's plastics ask for interaction with 'bend', 'grip', 'play', 'push'. Unfortunately the glass cover stops us from acting :-( lets order some samples. http://www.santoprene.comArnold 15 of 60
Berlac Berlac shows several surface finishing that go more than visual such as this softcolor 'Alcantara effect'. http://www.berlac.comArnold 17 of 60
Merck Pigments Merck demonstrates some of its wide range of pigments including this multicolor effects in its Colorstream line. http://www.merck-pigmente.deArnold 18 of 60
LG HI-MACS Hi-MACS Acrylic Solid Surface is a solid homogeneous sheet or slab resistant to stains. Think of surface applications that are subject to moisture and heavy wear. http://www.lghi-macs.comArnold 19 of 60
DesignAfairs Headquartered in Munich (Germany) Design Afairs attends the Materials Trends section with a selection of their Color & Material Lab's partners. http://www.designafairs.deArnold 20 of 60
BUFO BOARD Surfboards that are up to two times lighter, faster and more responsive to waves. Hard work by the Brauers brothers and a new Epoxy-Resin-System did the trick and also seems to be a more environmental friendly technology. Designed by: Sven Brauers, Rouven Brauers http://www.bufoboards.comArnold 21 of 60
INNOVAN A newly developed ceramic demonstrates a great versatility. Not requiring the usual glazing phase saves costs and creates a new sophisticated surface type. Designed by: Stefan Diez http://www.rosenthal.deArnold 22 of 60
HEATFORM Heat forming proves to be a promising process. This handgrip was pre bended, heated, placed into a die, here after air pressure up to 20-60 bar formed the tube. Designed by: Prof. Joergen Kastholm http://www.heatform.comArnold 23 of 60
MOD MOD is an extruded plastic woven into carpets. A glistening yarn and playful patterns create an expressive surface. MOD offers several colour nuances. Designed by: Casten Gollnick http://www.carpet-concept.deArnold 24 of 60
POLYMET Polymet is a high-tech polymer which can be covered with different metals. Think of a light textile with the characteristics of a metal. http://www.platingtech.atArnold 25 of 60
POLYMET Polymet is a high-tech polymer which can be covered with different metals. Think of a light textile with the characteristics of a metal. http://www.platingtech.atArnold 26 of 60
FRP Ergonomic and lightweight toolset by combining molded fibreglass with metal. Designed by: Duck Images Co. Ltd. Arnold 27 of 60
SCONCIGLI Inspired by a seashell the sensation of lying on a seashell beach has been translated into a carpet. No use of foam or filling material but interlaced wool pieces with a spring like elasticity. Designed by: Mary-Ann Williams http://www.illustration.de.ttArnold 28 of 60
SCONCIGLI Inspired by a seashell the sensation of lying on a seashell beach has been translated into a carpet. No use of foam or filling material but interlaced wool pieces with a spring like elasticity. Designed by: Mary-Ann Williams http://www.illustration.de.ttArnold 29 of 60
Macro Fiber Composite (MFC) Category smart materials. A tiny part with great potential. The package has sensing capabilities for e.g. health monitoring of structures or vibration control. Note it's 'licenced by NASA' tag. http://www.smart-material.comArnold 30 of 60
DEKODUR – BARK CLOTH A Barktex laminate is a combination of natural and synthetic material. Bark cloth is produced from bark of fig trees. Sew these individual cloth parts together and add DEKODUR for an elegant laminate. http://www.dekodur.comArnold 31 of 60
ALPICTO Alpicto's INK Jet process allows digital visuals to be printed onto flexible and rigid materials. Almost anything goes, high resolution, with great finishing. http://www.alpicto.comArnold 32 of 60
ARKADE Silicone goes fashion. Its tear resistance, lastingness and expandability features have been exploited and applied as transparent button, connecting golden bow elements of this necklace. Designed by: Susanne Winckler http://www.niessing.comArnold 33 of 60
TOUCH! Sounds like a material paradox but this is worlds first porcelain with a velvety-soft surface design. Its 3D surface is available in orange, red and black. Designed by: Thilo Schwer, Jens Pohlmann, Sybille Fleckenstein http://www.kahlaporzellan.comArnold 34 of 60
TITANIUM FABRIC A high-tech material in the form of a fabric also allows new non-tech applications such as products for clothing/fashion. Designed by: Duck Images Co. Ltd. Arnold 35 of 60
CARBON CONTAINER Carbon fibre in an unusual form. The combination of carbon fibre and polypropylene allows the material to be folded, cut or glued like paper. Designed by: Duck Images Co. Ltd. Arnold 36 of 60
CARBON CONTAINER Carbon fibre in an unusual form. The combination of carbon fibre and polypropylene allows the material to be folded, cut or glued like paper. Designed by: Duck Images Co. Ltd. Arnold 37 of 60
A/DESIGN SCHALE Technical innovation by an aluminium expert and designer creating an unusual materiality and aesthetic in the form of this aluminium bowl. Designed by: Christoph Boeninger, Eberhard Fielitz http://www.designafairs.deArnold 38 of 60
A/DESIGN SCHALE Technical innovation by an aluminium expert and designer creating an unusual materiality and aesthetic in the form of this aluminium bowl. Designed by: Christoph Boeninger, Eberhard Fielitz http://www.designafairs.deArnold 39 of 60
SCH-X869 Its not about a new ring tone, but about hygiene of an everyday product. Nano Silver applied as an antibacterial, non-hazardous, and environmental friendly coating. Designed by: Sungkwon Kim at Samsung http://www.samsung.comArnold 40 of 60
FABRIC INMOLDING (FIM) The fabric inmolding process can make our hard and unfriendly consumer electronics a bit more soft and personal. e.g. covers for your mobile phone. http://www.asus.comArnold 41 of 60
FABRIC INMOLDING (FIM) The fabric inmolding process can make our hard and unfriendly consumer electronics a bit more soft and personal. e.g. covers for your mobile phone. http://www.asus.comArnold 42 of 60
LED DRUM STICK Drum solos will never be the same with these electro-plated metal sticks with Polycarbonate heads. Long life LED technology promises 100.000 hours of fun. Of course, shock proof and batteries included. Designed by: Harald Opolka http://www.zweibrueder.comArnold 43 of 60
LED LIGHTED RIDGE Architects get ready for some creative roofing. Here we have lighting elements integrated in roofing tiles, using a strip of LED lighting under a Plexiglas prism. Arnold 44 of 60
PUPUNHA Pupunha is a native palm tree from Amazonia. Its low-tech production, zero emission of pollutants, and supporting sustainable development in underdeveloped regions make this material a sustainable beauty from Brasil. Designed by: Claudio Ferreira with ESDI http://www.esdi.uerj.brArnold 45 of 60
MONO PACKAGING Clever thinking on plastics. Bottle + cap in one part. Consider cost reduction during production, handling, and of course ease of recycling. Designed by: ION Industrial Design http://www.iondesign.deArnold 46 of 60
SENSITILE With an embedded matrix that transports light from one surface point to another, these tiles become highly interactive. Shifted shadow and light dots (e.g. by walking by/over the tiles) create an exiting rippling effect. By SentiTile Systems. http://www.sensitile.comArnold 47 of 60
FLATRON STYLISH LCD MONITOR (L1940P) LG presents their environmental/human friendly monitors. Nano Silver (Ag) releases positive elements to the human body (often applied in home appliances such as washing machines, fridges, etc). Since we spend more and more time in front of our computer, LG added some onto their monitors. http://www.lge.comArnold 48 of 60
DALLAS BREE's luggage is made of a high quality, ultra-robust, washable polypropylene felt, as novel casing material. The coloured drawstring bag inside is water-resistant to protect your gear. http://www.bree.comArnold 49 of 60
DALLAS We all know travel luggage. BREE wanted something different, which resulted in this clear and simple luggage line that go under the name DALLAS. http://www.bree.comArnold 50 of 60
WELLBOARD This wood in a papery form has a remarkable lightness. An attractive material that feels good and it's flexibility asks for transformation. http://www.well.deArnold 51 of 60
AMBIENT WATER Unfortunately no live demonstration, though an interesting demonstration of modular elements (e.g. bathtub, bench, floor) to build your own relaxing/warming or stimulating/cooling atmosphere using water and light. Designed by: Asterid Need, Tina Klein http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 52 of 60
NOODLE BLOCK I noticed the Noodle Block being squashed by several visitors, but always bounced back showing great cushioning properties. Designed by: Lauren Moriarty http://www.laurenmoriarty.co.ukArnold 53 of 60
NOODLE BLOCK Noodle Block is a three dimensional textile made from rubber foam which has been laser cut, moulded, and bonded to make a blocky structure. Designed by: Lauren Moriarty http://www.laurenmoriarty.co.ukArnold 54 of 60
FOLDTEX The surface is scored with a CNC milling cutter, so that the flexible layer acts as a hinge. Under we see how this 'cloth' is both supporting and flexible. Designed by: Timm Herok, Suzan Cigirac, Sandor Klunker http://www.tisch-decken.deArnold 56 of 60
FOLDTEX 'Tisch decken' is not just German for 'table cloth'. Foldtex is the name of the applied sandwich material (a 3mm thick substrate with a tear proof layer). Designed by: Timm Herok, Suzan Cigirac, Sandor Klunker http://www.tisch-decken.deArnold 57 of 60
BENDYCHAIR Flexible plywood is connected by connecting two aluminium extrusions. Its cushion is fixed to the plywood with two zippers. Designed by: Jochen Bierwerth http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 58 of 60
BENDYCHAIR Here a new piece of furniture inspired by flexible plywood. The dismantled wood plate with its cushion result in a comfortable chair with a low-volume transport. Designed by: Jochen Bierwerth http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 59 of 60
IF Material Award 2005 IF design shows a special exhibition presenting the results of its new 'IF material award'. 26 price winning contributions are displayed. http://www.ifdesign.deArnold 60 of 60
Material Trends, a special show at the Hannover Fair 2005 (Germany) dedicated to material innovation in design. This exhibition with over a thousand materials provides an interesting overview on how materials are a driving factor in product innovation. The show was developed and staged by IF International Forum Design who also presented the IF material award.