After an incredible few days at the RAI Amsterdam, the FourFront team has returned to our Preston manufacturing facility feeling inspired and energized.
Interclean 2026 was a massive success, but for us, the true highlight wasn’t just walking the exhibition floor—it was the conversations. Having the opportunity to sit down face-to-face with our long-standing distributors, connect with new global partners, and listen directly to the Facilities Management professionals who use our products every day is invaluable.
Listening to the market is how we build better products. Based on the hundreds of conversations we had at the FourFront stand, here are our core takeaways from Interclean 2026 and how we are shaping the future of commercial washroom dispensers and accessories.
1. The Demand for Material Versatility
Every commercial environment has different demands. A luxury corporate office requires a very different aesthetic than a high-traffic public facility.
We had brilliant discussions with architects and procurement teams about the importance of offering a true spectrum of materials. Our showcase of high-impact ABS Plastic HALO units proved incredibly popular for cost-effective, durable, universal bulk-fill solutions. Meanwhile, our premium Synergise Stainless Steel and heavy-duty ONYX, Graphite & Endurance Mild Steel washroom accessories drew significant attention from those looking for a high-end, vandal-resistant finish backed by our “Repair Over Replace” sustainability promise.
2. The Value of Bespoke UK Manufacturing
One of the most recurring themes from our distributor network was the current challenge of global supply chain volatility.
Because FourFront actively manufactures and assembles our core ranges in the UK, we aren’t just a supplier; we are a strategic manufacturing partner. Many delegates were thrilled to learn about our bespoke manufacturing capabilities. Whether a client needs a specific powder-coated colour match for a corporate brand or internal modifications to ensure dispensers perfectly fit a specific paper manufacturer’s footprint, our in-house engineering team makes it happen.
3. Looking Ahead: Smart Washroom Technology
While our physical dispensers took centre stage, the quiet conversations about the future of washroom management generated the most excitement.
We shared a few early glimpses into FourFront’s upcoming smart technology integration. Facilities Managers are actively looking for ways to reduce labour waste and prevent empty dispensers. By engineering precision telemetry into our universal-fill dispensers, we are moving toward a future where your hardware actively communicates its status, automatically triggering consumable reorders and alerting cleaning teams only when attention is genuinely needed.
Thank You to Our Partners
To everyone who took the time to visit the FourFront stand, share a coffee, and discuss the future of the hygiene sector—thank you. Your insights drive our engineering.
If we missed you in Amsterdam, or if you are looking for a reliable, UK-based manufacturer to supply your commercial washroom dispensers and accessories, our team is ready to help.
