Start-up & Innovation Area:
Ideas for tomorrow's crafts

Around 30 start-ups and innovative companies show at DACH+HOLZ International 2026 how processes, safety and efficiency in the construction trades can be further developed.

Experience innovations – all in one place

The Start-up & Innovation Area in Hall 9 is the central platform for new products, digital solutions and advanced business models in the construction trades. Around 30 Start-ups and innovative companies present practical innovations for roofing, timber construction and finishing trades.

On site, exhibitors explain their solutions personally, answer questions and demonstrate how new approaches can be applied directly in everyday work – from digital tools and connection systems to safety solutions.

Where? Hall 9, Stand 9.115, 9.117 and 9.217

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Start-Up & Innovations Award 2026

A key highlight of the Start-up & Innovation Area is the presentation of the Start-up & Innovation Award.

The award ceremony will take place on Thursday, 26 February 2026, at 11:00 a.m. on the stage of the Workspace Future in Hall 6.

The award honours the innovation with the most convincing concept and outstanding practical relevance for the construction trades.

The winner receives a free stand at the Start-up & Innovation Area of DACH+HOLZ International 2028 in Stuttgart.


Jury of the Start-up & Innovation Award

The award is decided by a professionally diverse jury from education and the skilled trades:

  • Markus Weitzmann, General Manager, Biberach Timber Construction Training Centre
  • Requested: Christian Geschke, Technical Manager, Karlsruhe Roofing Training Centre
  • Arno Fell, Head of the Würzburg Master Plumber School
  • Nikola Kajic, Director of Business Innovation @GHM
  • Cordula Koch, Exhibition Manager, DACH+HOLZ International

The jury combines professional expertise and training competence to ensure that innovations with real added value are recognised.

Exhibitors & Start-ups in the Start-up & Innovation Area

MeinDachdecker-App / MeinZimmerer-App

The complete solution for digital construction sites: time tracking, reports, duty scheduling, documentation, materials, and communication—all in one app. New: digital report book and AI support that automatically simplifies reports, texts, and processes. Developed by craftsmen for craftsmen.

Hall 9 / 117E

Stexon GmbH

STEXON's slogan is: ‘A new approach to timber (house) construction – faster, more precise and safer,’ because our portfolio has one thing in common: all products make everyday work easier. We are showcasing our expanded range of connectors and the new generation of balancers with memory function.

Hall 9 / 117A

Fixpod GmbH

With Fixpod, pinched or crushed installation pipes are a thing of the past. This clever solution not only saves time and hassle, but also materials and time – and therefore money. Inspection-free installation pipe transitions in the components allow us to achieve over 50% process and cost optimizati

X-fix wood connector GmbH

Patented, self-tensioning wood-to-wood connection system made of plywood, each with two conically cut, point-shaped connectors based on the dovetail principle. The counterpart is a pocket milled into the wood, into which the two-part, wedge-shaped dowel is hammered.

Hall 9 / 117N

Benetics AI

The first AI voice assistant for roofing and timber construction. Create site reports, tasks and defect documentation by voice – including plan references and photos, directly on the jobsite. Available in 50+ languages with automatic translation. Less paperwork, clean documentation, more revenue.

Hall 9 / 115C

Hanebutt Institut GmbH

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Wacker Bauprodukte GmbH

We are not just suppliers, but partners and consultants when it comes to load handling attachments and load beams. With precision and expertise, we develop products that meet the highest safety standards while increasing efficiency on your construction site.

Hall 9 / 1117P

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Hall 9 / 117C

Ludger Körner

Innovation for flat roof demolition Bitumen: roofing membrane demolition, quick and easy with the roofing membrane grabber (Dachbahnengreifer)

Hall 9 / 117D

Georgia-Pacific DensDeck® Prime Roof Board

Georgia-Pacific’s DensDeck® Roof Board was the first glass fibre mat faced, gypsum based board for use as a cover board in flat roofing. For over 30 years it has proved it is strong, non-combustible and can improve the overall performance of your roof.

Hall 9 / 117L

LeiKoSi GmbH

Safety on and around the roof is of paramount importance. For this purpose, our ladder protection for the gutter and flat roof is indispensable. Instead of installing multiple ladder hooks, you only have one ladder safety that attaches to the ground on the ladder in minutes.

Hall 9 / 117I

ILS-Tech GmbH

Manufacturer of automatic hooks that make heavy loads faster, easier, and completely controllable without contact. Intelligent, self-locking load hooks for maximum safety

Hall 9 / 117M

Artesa GmbH

Artesa is a digital planning and documentation software for the skilled trades. It combines order management, employee scheduling, time tracking, and documentation in a mobile solution for greater transparency and better collaboration.

Hall 9 / 117J

Dachmusketier

Hall 9 / 117H

Airteam Aerial Intelligence GmbH

With Airteam, drone images are transformed by AI into precise 3D building models. Roof and façade measurement, inspection and PV planning become digital, fast and safe. In addition, Airteam offers drone flights and training for businesses with no prior drone experience.

Hall 9 / 111

FREESUNS

Freesuns is actively participating in the energy transition with a range of innovative, elegant and high-performance solar tiles that blend harmoniously with existing architecture. Perfect for complex roofs or heritage buildings.

Hall 9 / 117G

Dachverbund

The alliance for family-owned businesses in the roofing trade.Together, we secure succession, create growth, and preserve what defines true craftsmanship: quality, reliability, and a human approach. We combine traditional strengths with modern structures. We look forward to welcoming you in Hall 9.

Hall 9 / 117B

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