These are the trade fair innovations from Dach & Holz 2026
Trade Fair Innovations at DACH+HOLZ 2026: Overview and Highlights
DACH+HOLZ 2026 has once again proven why it is considered the most important industry event for the roofing trade. From February 24 to 27, 2026, the Cologne exhibition grounds turned into the central meeting point for roofers, sheet metal workers, carpenters, planners, and manufacturers. A new record was set with around 56,000 trade visitors.
Halls 6, 7, 8, 9, and the outdoor area 6 North offered a diverse supporting program:
- Thematic workspaces
- Live demonstrations
- Start-up & Innovation Area in Hall 9
- Crowd-pullers such as freestyle mountain bike shows and a new industry tattoo offer
Roofify was right in the middle of it all in 2026, presenting many trade fair innovations developed directly for everyday work. Special focus was placed on quality, speed, practical relevance, and reliable roofing supplies.
Those who visited the fair could experience live how roofing tools, sheet metal working tools, carpentry tools, and measuring tools are evolving. Many of these DACH+HOLZ trade fair innovations are available directly from Roofify.
Why DACH+HOLZ 2026 was so important for the trade
After a two-year break, it became clear: personal meetings, live demos, and direct exchange are indispensable for the trade. The fair offered:
- Products to touch, test, and discuss
- Answers to future questions such as sustainability, digitalization, AI, and personnel
- Three workspaces in halls 6, 7, and 8
- Around 30 start-ups and innovative companies in the Start-up & Innovation Area
For companies wanting to make their sheet metal working supplies, carpentry supplies, or roofing supplies future-proof, the fair was a real practical laboratory for the everyday work of tomorrow.
Roofify presents the most exciting innovations of 2026
The best innovations at DACH+HOLZ 2026 solve concrete problems on the roof, in the workshop, or on the construction site. Roofify presents selected innovations that impress through practical utility, precision, and added value:
DRÄCO K1-AGNU-4 Segment Folding Machine with depth stop up to 1000 mm
Strong innovation for modern sheet metal processing: The DRÄCO K1-AGNU-4 Segment Folding Machine is aimed at professionals who want to work cleanly, precisely, and efficiently. The depth stop up to 1000 mm allows for more control, repeatability, and speed during folding work.
Advantages:
- Ideal for companies with high sheet metal working requirements
- Manufacturing of precisely fitting sheet metal parts without corrections
- Relevant trade fair innovation for sheet metal work
FREUND 6D Pipe Expander – All-in-One for downpipes
The FREUND 6D Pipe Expander significantly simplifies the expanding of downpipes. The tool is designed as an all-in-one solution and supports precise, fast work on the construction site or in the workshop.
- Less improvisation, more control
- Better results in roof drainage
SIEVERT Thermoweld 40 400V – Precision for roof sealing
The SIEVERT Thermoweld 40 400V was developed for professional sealing. It offers precise guidance, constant power, and clean processing – an indispensable tool, especially in the flat roof area.
- Efficient and process-reliable
- Ideal for tight deadlines on construction sites
FALZSID Insulation Cutter
Falzsid presented an insulation cutter featuring a Festool device for the first time. Expected to be available from the end of March 2026.
Innovations for sheet metal workers and sheet metal professionals
Clever hand tools also attracted attention in 2026. Especially in the field of sheet metal working tools, details make the difference:
MASC Edge Scriber 5 mm with hand protection
The MASC Edge Scriber 5 mm with hand protection impresses with precise line guidance, robust design, and additional hand protection – ideal for regular sheet metal processing.
MASC Professional Sheet Metal Tool Set – 19-piece incl. genuine leather roll bag
The MASC Professional Sheet Metal Tool Set offers a complete, high-quality set with a genuine leather roll bag – perfect for structured workflows on the construction site and in the workshop.
MASC Aluminum Universal Folding Iron
With the MASC Aluminum Universal Folding Iron, flexible folding in various shapes becomes possible – a real advantage for demanding sheet metal work.
Precise measuring and scribing: Measuring tool innovations
Accuracy is the basis for clean results. Among the most exciting trade fair innovations of 2026 are:
- MASC Aluminum Measuring and Cutting Square: Measuring, positioning, cutting – several work steps logically combined for fast, exact work.
- MASC Scriber Big: Precise scribing from 5–200 mm – ideal for recurring dimensions in sheet metal, wood, or detail work.
Bonus sets for an easier everyday work life
FREUND Bonus Sets for flat roof, sheet metal work, and pitched roof
Well-thought-out tool sets were a major topic in 2026. The FREUND Bonus Sets offer thematically matched combinations for flat roofs, sheet metal work, and pitched roofs.
- Ideal for targeted supplementation of roofing or sheet metal working supplies
- Perfect for new employees or for modernizing equipment
- Also suitable as a gift for roofers, sheet metal workers & carpenters
What do the 2026 trade fair innovations mean for roofers?
DACH+HOLZ 2026 clearly showed the trends in the industry. The focus is on:
- Precision
- Time savings
- Practicality
The products presented offer real benefits on the construction site – no technology for its own sake, but solutions for everyday work.
- Roofers benefit from better-coordinated supplies, more efficiency in sealing, and clean solutions for drainage and details.
- Sheet metal workers receive modern tools for exact edges, folds, and scribing.
- For carpenters, precise measuring and marking solutions are more important than ever.
Video: That was DACH+HOLZ International 2026
Roofify brings the innovations of DACH+HOLZ 2026 directly to the company
DACH+HOLZ 2026 was an industry signal: record attendance, full halls, future-oriented content, and many products with real added value. Cologne offered the perfect stage with five halls, workspaces, live experiences, start-up areas, and special promotions.
For Roofify, it was a home game: this is where the industry meets, and the best trade fair innovations are adopted directly into everyday work. Whether roofing tools, sheet metal working tools, measuring tools, roofing supplies, sheet metal working supplies, or carpentry supplies: the most exciting innovations of DACH+HOLZ 2026 are not just a topic of conversation, but can be used immediately.
Anyone who wanted to know what modern craftsmanship looks like today was in Cologne in 2026. Anyone wanting to use the appropriate innovations in practice now can find them at Roofify.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where did DACH+HOLZ 2026 take place?
DACH+HOLZ 2026 took place from February 24 to 27, 2026, at the Cologne exhibition grounds. The event used halls 6, 7, 8, 9, and the outdoor area 6 North.
What were the most important trade fair innovations of DACH+HOLZ 2026?
The most important innovations included the DRÄCO K1-AGNU-4 Segment Folding Machine with 1000 mm depth stop, the FREUND 6D Pipe Expander, the SIEVERT Thermoweld 40 400V, the FALZSID insulation cutter, as well as innovative hand tools and measuring tools from MASC and FREUND.
What topics were the focus of the fair in 2026?
The fair focused on sustainability, digitalization, AI, modern work processes, and practical solutions for roofers, sheet metal workers, and carpenters.
Where can I buy the presented trade fair innovations?
Many of the innovations presented at DACH+HOLZ 2026 are available directly from Roofify. There you will find roofing tools, sheet metal working tools, measuring tools, and matching tool sets.
For whom are the tool sets suitable?
The tool sets from FREUND and MASC are ideal for companies that want to specifically supplement their supplies, for new employees, for modernizing equipment, or as a gift for roofers, sheet metal workers, and carpenters.
