ICDLI presents digital future of the HPL Compendium in Cologne

Frankfurt, Brussels, 2025-05-08. Informative, indulgent, connecting: the International Committee of the Decorative Laminates Industry (ICDLI) will once again be represented at interzum in Cologne, the world’s leading trade fair for furniture production and interior design, taking place from 20 to 23 May 2025. Located in Hall 05.2, Stand G079, the association will present its key projects, current industry topics and innovations relating to High Pressure Laminates (HPL). A particular highlight is the launch of the newly revised digital edition of the HPL Compendium – the go-to reference work for the HPL industry.

The ICDLI stand will once again serve as a central meeting point for member companies, partners and trade visitors. In addition, brief expert talks will be held at the stand, offering insights into technical developments and current industry trends. One highlight: On interzum Wednesday, Julia Zink from the Wood Technology Development and Testing Laboratory Dresden will give a presentation on "Indoor Air Emissions – Testing Methods and Assessments for VOCs" with regard to HPL at the stand. A special feature will be the lecture by Dr Arne Schirp of the Fraunhofer Institute for Wood Research (WKI), who will speak on behalf of ICDLI at the interzum Trend Stage, the central knowledge platform of the fair, on 22 May at 10:20 a.m. His presentation, titled “HPL: Paths to a greener future”, will explore the industry’s ongoing commitment to environmentally responsible materials.

Launch of the new and digital HPL Compendium

Just in time for interzum, the ICDLI is launching the fully updated German version of the HPL Compendium in a digital format. With over 170 pages (so far still in book form), the Compendium serves as a central knowledge resource on the production, processing, application and sustainability of HPL – manufacturer-independent, in-depth, and practice-oriented. It is aimed at professionals in the industry, customers, architects, designers, as well as vocational schools and universities. The new digital format features a user-friendly structure, SEO optimisation and useful information on standards and regulations – providing a constantly accessible companion for all those interested in HPL. An English edition is currently in preparation and will be published shortly.

With this relaunch, ICDLI is opening a new chapter in knowledge transfer – modern, accessible, and sustainable. It reflects the association’s commitment to continuously developing and sharing technical expertise in a forward-looking way. All this and much more can be seen directly at interzum in Cologne this May.

Press release as download: EN / DE
You can download the event flyer here: ICDLI Flyer

About ICDLI
The ICDLI is the international representation of the European laminates manufacturers. The association aims at creating a strong and successful European community of the manufacturers as well as at the continuation of the success story of HPL.

Press contact
ICDLI – International Committee of the Decorative Laminates Industry aisbl
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