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[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Introduction” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_text_color=”#ffffff” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”180%” custom_margin=”0px|25%|0px|25%|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”|20%||20%|false|false” custom_margin_phone=”|10%|6%|10%|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px||2.9%||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”12px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]Last week we had the opportunity to participate in the 17th annual conference and supplier fair of the Asociaci\u00f3n Espa\u00f1ola de Self Storage (AESS) in Madrid. It was a great opportunity to connect with industry professionals, present our products and expand our presence in the Spanish market. Many visitors to our booth showed great interest in our solutions for self-storage facilities throughout Spain. <\/span>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#ffffff” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”Drive” _builder_version=”4.23.3″ width=”50%” width_tablet=”60%” width_phone=”80%” width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”1.1%|auto||423px|false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Het perspectief van een eerste keer exposant” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”180%” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#af0011″ header_2_font_size=”20px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”18px” custom_margin=”||3%||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n For me, this was a new, interesting and exciting first experience as an exhibitor at a conference.<\/span> My name is Javier and I am from Mexico. I joined USC two years ago, initially to collaborate on my master’s thesis as part of the Industrial Design Engineering program at the University of Twente. After I finished my thesis, I joined the team full-time and this was the first time I attended an event like this. <\/span> Being at the booth and interacting with potential customers allowed me to better understand their interests and needs. The networking events were both enriching and fun, and I was pleasantly surprised by the strong sense of community in the industry. It was great to see companies supporting each other, sharing ideas and working together. People were incredibly friendly and open to new opportunities, which made this experience even more rewarding. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/streppel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/A-First-Time-Exhibitors-Perspective.jpg” title_text=”A First-Time Exhibitors Perspective” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”USC’s aanwezigheid op de Supplier Fair” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”180%” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#af0011″ header_2_font_size=”20px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”18px” custom_margin=”||3%||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n At our booth, we presented our versatile and innovative storage solutions, designed to meet the needs of different operators. We highlighted our six different models, all built with insulation and ventilation for optimal storage conditions. A key focus was the Z Box<\/a>, which can be packed flat, allowing up to 12 units to fit into a 40ft shipping container, making transport and assembly quick and cost-effective. We also shared our ongoing developments in solar panels, electronic locks and enhanced transportation support to improve storage operations. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/streppel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/booth.jpg” title_text=”Customer Interactions & Key Conversations” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Klantinteracties en belangrijke gesprekken” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”180%” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#af0011″ header_2_font_size=”20px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”18px” custom_margin=”||3%||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n During the event, we had meaningful conversations with self-storage operators, each with different requirements. Many saw great potential in our solutions and recognized how they could help optimize space, improve efficiency and support expansion plans. <\/span> A personal highlight was being able to communicate in Spanish with local clients, which made conversations smoother and allowed us to better understand their specific needs.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/streppel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Customer-Interactions-Key-Conversations.jpg” title_text=”Customer Interactions Key Conversations” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Versterking van relaties met industri\u00eble partners” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”180%” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#af0011″ header_2_font_size=”20px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”18px” custom_margin=”||3%||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n In addition to customer interactions, AESS 17 has allowed us to strengthen relationships with industrial partners. We have had valuable discussions with other vendors, such as HT Box<\/a>, Sedisto<\/a>, Kinnovis<\/a>, Stora<\/a> and Janus<\/a>, with whom we are also working on ongoing projects. These collaborations are essential as we continue to develop and refine our solutions for the self-storage market. It was very nice to see that this market enables such vendor collaborations. We were even able to participate in an impromptu supplier-driven evening on the closing night filled with drinks, food and good conversation. I am very happy to have been introduced to this great group of people! <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/streppel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/networking.jpg” title_text=”networking” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/streppel.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Strengthening-Relationships-with-Industry-Partners.jpg” title_text=”Strengthening Relationships with Industry Partners” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”Vooruitblik” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”180%” header_2_text_align=”left” header_2_text_color=”#af0011″ header_2_font_size=”20px” header_2_line_height=”1.2em” header_3_text_color=”#000000″ header_3_font_size=”18px” custom_margin=”||3%||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”14px” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_line_height_tablet=”” text_line_height_phone=”” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nThe perspective of a first-time exhibitor<\/b><\/h3>\n
USC’s presence at the Supplier Fair<\/b><\/h3>\n
Customer interactions and key conversations<\/b><\/h3>\n
Strengthening relationships with industry partners<\/b><\/h3>\n
Outlook<\/b><\/h3>\n