FIT Show 2025 has gone down as the most successful exhibition in Haffner’s history, with its Machinery Village proving a major draw throughout the three-day event.
Matt Thomas, Managing Director at Haffner, said: “The response to the Haffner Machinery Village exceeded all our expectations. It was fantastic to connect with so many new and existing customers, showcase the latest advancements in fabrication technology and reinforce why Haffner continues to lead the way in machinery innovation.”
As in previous years, Haffner had the biggest presence at the show with the Machinery Village spanning three interconnected stands, each dedicated to one of Haffner’s machinery groups: Haffner, Graf Synergy and Fom Industrie. Together, they demonstrated their collaborative strength and the comprehensive solutions on offer from the UK’s leading machinery supplier.
Matt Thomas, Managing Director at Haffner, said: “All three machinery zones were busy throughout the show but the reaction to our Graf seamless technology stood out. Visitors were blown away by the finish quality of the V Perfect welds and the competitive advantage it delivers. It was undoubtedly one of the show’s highlights, and we secured multiple orders as a direct result.”
He continued: “From the many conversations we had with fabricators, automation was the word on everyone’s lips. It’s clear that economic pressures mean every fabricator is looking for ways to boost productivity — and automation is now at the top of the agenda.”
The Haffner Machinery Village attracted strong footfall from high-quality customers, many of whom arrived with clear machinery plans in mind. Matt said: “Sales were taken across our range of machines and numerous confirmed appointments were secured for post-show follow-up. The calibre of enquiries this year was second to none.”
Additional highlights included the newly launched Haffner SBA-3 Machining Centre with its enhanced tooling speed and compact design, optimising automated efficiency and workspace utilisation. Also featured was the powerful SMR-5 Welder, recognised as the fastest and most accurate welder on the market today.
Matt commented: “Haffner has been a trusted machinery supplier to the fenestration industry since 1990. Alongside our market-leading machinery, we offer a deep understanding of the fabrication industry and its unique challenges.”
Since its launch, Haffner has been an exhibitor at every FIT Show. Matt concluded: “FIT Show is always a superb opportunity to meet existing customers and connect with new ones. It gives us a fantastic platform to showcase the quality and efficiency that our machines deliver. The value of the show is clearly reflected in our bottom line, which is why I’m delighted to confirm we’ve already signed up for FIT Show 2027.”
