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IKC at the Recreatie Vakbeurs (Recreation Fair) 2021 for the Benelux recreational leisure sector in Hardenberg the Netherlands

10 November 2021

IKC at the Recreation Fair 2021!

On November 16, 17 & 18 the annual Recreatie Vakbeurs (Recreation Fair) will take place again in Evenementenhal Hardenberg, the Netherlands. After one day at the fair, you'll be ready and up to speed for the oncoming recreational season and developments for 2022! You can meet us at our IKC stand (no. 545) and make use of this opportunity to be the first to try some of our newest products, such as the exciting Activity Wall with an included impressive wall design and illuminated buttons, and the new interactive One 4 All Touch Table. We are proud to introduce these brand new play modules, perfect for central spaces, vacation lodges or other areas within your leisure organization. In addition, we are also happy to show the new updated versions of our interactive play systems, the Delta 21 Steering Wheel 8+ and the Delta 21 Vertical 8+ which provide endless fun in a modern way for kids between 8 and 12 years old. We'll transform our stand at the fair into a mini play paradise where you'll also find some of our familiar play modules, such as our bestselling Delta17 inch play system, our beautiful collection of Buxus kids' furniture, the Four Fun play tower and our educative analogue wall games. Three of our IKC Account managers, Niels, Corrie and Jeroen stand ready to get you up to speed on recent trends and about our inspiring projects that we've brought to life so far. We will be bringing our large photo album in which you can see which leisure organizations have preceded you and created amazing play experiences for their smallest visitors. Just like we do, these business owners see how valuable it is for the children, parents, but also for other guests and the prosperity of the business itself, to make their stay as fun and effortless as possible, for young and old. These unforgettable memories of your specially made play area, the friends they've made there and the unique games they were able to try will ensure they will happily come back another time! We gladly welcome you at our stand to tell you all about our new and interesting play concepts for your organization and all possibilities we offer, from our successful standard range to entirely unique custom-made designs. We have lots of fun flyers and brochures to browse and take home, and as the cherry on top we will also be giving away a small gift...   In need of a ticket? IKC can arrange a ticket for you (and for your colleague)! Send us an email at sales@ikcplay.com with your name, company and role (as well as your colleague's), and subject 'Recreation Fair tickets'. Or apply using the button below. We are looking forward to seeing you at the fair! Join the fair   

UPGRADE: Nitro Dash and Orbits 101 are now Steering Wheel 8+ and Vertical 8+

These adventurous interactive play systems (formerly known as Nitro Dash and Orbits 101) now provide even more fun thanks to a major upgrade! Because of the large demand for entertainment especially for kids between 8 and 14 years old, these gaming consoles have now been expanded with even more exciting games that can endlessly challenge them. Read all about the update and get to know these unique game consoles!   Delta 21 Steering Wheel 8+ The old gaming system Nitro Dash with built-in steering wheel has now been renamed to Delta 21 Steering Wheel 8+. The special Steering Wheel 8+ software now contains as many as three games instead of one! All of them provide endless fun and can be played by turning the steering wheel. The games include the challenging games Blocky Shooter and Chicken Pursuit, and of course the original racing game Nitro Dash. This game console now has a beautifully neutral, white design that fits even better in all kinds of spaces, rather than the original bright orange design with white stripes.   Delta 21 Vertical 8+ The design of the former Orbits gaming console, now known as the Delta 21 Vertical 8+, has barely changed. The gorgeous blue design with a starry sky now also contains two real arcade buttons on the sides to play the games. These are perfect for playing the new Pinball game, a true classic among arcade games! Additionally, the Vertical 8+ software now also contains the world famous game Bubble Shooter, as a third addition on top of the original Orbits 101 space travel game. All games are within this fantastic galaxy theme! Just like the Delta 21 Steering Wheel 8+, the Vertical 8+ is also perfectly suitable for slightly older children from 8 years old. We are constantly thinking of new ways to renew our play concepts! For more updates about our newest play concepts, be the first to receive the news by subscribing to our newsletter or following us on our social media. Have a look at our other interactive play systems

NEW: One 4 All Touch Table (DeLuxe)

We are proud to introduce our newest play concept made in our own studio; the interactive One 4 All Touch Table (DeLuxe) ! With two editions to choose from, the wooden standard edition and the elegant DeLuxe edition, there is always a play table that best suits your interior. Thanks to its neutral design, this multifunctional table can be used in various organisations, from public areas to vacation lodges, to create play value in an impressive, modern way! The special software on both tables contains 18 fun games, and as many as 24 games on the DeLuxe edition, such as puzzles, board games, racing games and more. Thanks to the special multi touch screen, 4 people can play together at the same time. A conventient alternative to help solve issues with incomplete games with easy to lose parts, and for larger groups of children who wish to play together. The One 4 All Touch Table will be a unique experience they won't soon forget!   What has changed since the sneak peek? We've let go of the round design as we've chosen a rectangular design that perfectly suits the long multi touch display. This way, all players around the table can easily reach the touchscreen, and the lighting on the sides of the table can clearly indicate whose turn it is! Additionally, we have changed the name, formerly known as the Family Play Table, to the One 4 All Touch Table. The main reason: the fun this table provides is not limited to families, as this interactive table can also be used independently by children! The 4 refers to the amount of players that can play a game at the same time. If this peaks your interest, make sure to also check out our wide range of interactive play systems. Or contact us

Signing completes the picture!

From this year on, IKC's offer is even wider. Of course, we had already focused on the total experience for children in and around our play concepts, by also including the entire wall and floor covering in different themes. This allows children to imagine themselves in a completely different world while playing. In addition, it is increasingly important nowadays for an organisation to stand out. Nowadays, families want a total experience when shopping or visiting a showroom. In addition to play areas, various organisations also request signing or signposting within the company. Think of walking routes and marking of meeting points. Now IKC also provides signing or signage services in addition to play areas within organisations. Especially in these corona times there are many companies who would like to have a clear walking route or stickers in their own house style for the 1.5 metre markings. To meet this expectation, in addition to the regular play corners, we now try to help organisations to give their company an even better image by applying signing in their own house style and wishes. Organisations can also communicate messages, promote a special action or inform customers. By signing, an organisation can extend its identity throughout the company in a simple and effective way. Perhaps we can do something for your organisation! Would you like more information about signing? Our specialists are happy to help. Contact us!

International Senior Concepts

In the past few months, we have worked very hard on a new branch of our business. Through International Senior Concepts, we want to focus on the activity concepts for the elderly. Marco Lankman, owner of IKC is enthusiastic about the new branch of the company ''We believe that the foundation of happiness through play is the same for all people, regardless whether they are young or old. From this value International Senior Concepts has been founded!" ISC produces concepts for the elderly that consist of both digital and wooden modules. Where normally play concepts for children are devised, our designers were also busy developing products for retirement homes in the past few months. A table on which the elderly can play old fashioned games or wall modules that stimulate reaction and memory. We are currently running a number of products in various retirement homes. The test phase is a great time for ISC, using the findings from the field to develop our products into the very best. ISC will go live from July 1st and the concepts will soon be available in 6 different countries. More information about International Senior Concepts?  Contact us!  

STIHL invests in a play concept for the stores!

STIHL, garden tools and machines for private and professional use, is investing in an extra shopping experience with an IKC play concept. This is how STIHL, with more than 50,000 global points of sale, carries its family-friendly philosophy onto the shop floor.  Based on the slogan "as the twig is bent the tree is inclined" STIHL employees Martijn Venema and Peter Haass worked with IKC to develop the kids' corner to perfection. Martijn talks passionately about STIHL and the new kids' corner: "STIHL is a family firm and as such is also family-oriented. STIHL believes that buying a garden tool is a family affair. It often involves the whole family. Keeping children occupied during a sales conversation is a challenge. The buyer's attention is partly on the conversation, but often also on the children." By adding this play concept to the shops, shopping at STIHL will be an extra fun experience for the kids too! ‘Let the games begin!’ Get inspired by other projects!

A child-friendly environment at Hospital CWZ Nijmegen

In an interview with Annette Goosensen, Head of the Paediatrics Outpatient Clinic at the CWZ in Nijmegen, it is clearly stated how valuable a play concept is for the hospital. Due to an internal relocation within the CWZ, the Outpatient Clinic recently went through an extensive renovation. Research has been done among the patients in order to be more in touch with their needs. ‘We researched what patients would like to see in the new department, we collected all this information and discussed it internally. It mainly showed that parents with young children needed a bit of distraction in the waiting room', says Annette, 'We chose to work with IKC, after all they are the specialists in games!’ It is very cool what you can do for parents and children to make a hospital visit as pleasant as possible.  Playing distracts children and makes them feel relaxed. Doctors and nurses notice this later on in the treatment room. A play concept at a strategic location provides a sense of calm and therefore a more efficient way of working. What can children play with? IKC placed various play elements for children to amuse themselves with. With the 17-inch touch screen on the wall, children can play to their heart's content. The free-standing play tower, with wall games on all four sides, provides children with a lot of fun! The games are specially made and have a positive effect on the hand/eye coordination of children. This is stimulated in a playful manner.  Hilarious moments in the waiting room! Annette tells us, with a smile, 'Sometimes children are so focused on playing that they don't even realise it's their turn. Parents sometimes have to point this out to their children, which causes hilarious moments in the waiting room for other patients as well.' Pleasant cooperation! The cooperation with Niels Jellema of IKC is experienced as very pleasant. 'It's nice that there is the possibility to compose the play modules yourself. It has become a beautiful light space, the bright colours of the play modules impress children and create a cosy and pleasant atmosphere in the waiting room'. Create this amazing experience in your waiting room!  Make an appointment!

Sneak Peek! The Family Play Table!

IKC presents a new concept: The Family Play Table! At the Family Play Table your guests will encounter the board games of the past. The Family Play Table can be placed in bungalows and group accommodations, but also in public spaces. The Play Table replaces the old board games and gives your accommodation a tidy and luxurious look. No more loose parts that can get lost and therefore no more incomplete games! The integrated light effects make it easy to see which player is next. When a player has won, the winning side will light up big.  One of the advantages of the Family Play Table is that the 3D software is custom made. The corporate identity of your company can be incorporated into the appearance, with a logo and colors of your company. The recognizability of these colors increases the experience of your brand. Not only for children, but for the whole family! IKC is still in the process of developing the Family Play Table and hopes to bring it to the market in early 2021. Follow the developments through our social media channels and the website. Are you interested? Please contact us for more information!  

The evolution of the Supermarket

Week 45 was all about supermarkets with the event: 'Week of the Supermarket'. An event organised for the first time this year by the trade journal Distrifood, and due to the corona measures, this event took place digitally. Through presentations, various people from the supermarket sector gave their views on the retail industry and addressed various themes such as; the changed supermarket, product range trends, green revolution and in-store innovation. Interviews with CEO's and CCO's of Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Hoogvliet and Plus Supermarkets also took place. Reason enough to take a look at the transformations in the supermarket sector. Where people used to go to a grocery store and had to shout every product over the counter, we have been able to go to a self-service shop in the Netherlands since 1946. Since the arrival of self-service stores, entrepreneurs have been able to give more and more attention to the experience in the supermarket. Customers appreciated picking up their groceries themselves, and the supermarket entrepreneur could also play with offers and price tags in this way.  ‘Mum, are we going to the supermarket today with that game screen?’ Nowadays, customers want to have a total experience when they visit the supermarket.  More and more often the supermarket is a place people don't go to because the fridge is empty or for their daily shopping, but also to experience and meet others. The senses are stimulated, many supermarkets respond to this; you can see, feel, smell, taste, discover and compare products.   The upcoming of IKC! IKC has been purveyors of play concepts for supermarkets for years. In 2001 we installed our first kids’ corner in a Dutch supermarket, followed by many supermarket entrepreneurs. Our play concepts ensures that parents have longer time for grocery shopping, and are more inclined to go to a particular supermarket, this ensures a higher turnover. By developing a kids’ corner in corporate identity, children get to know the supermarket's brand at an early age, which ensures a positive brand experience. After all, the child of today is the customer of later.  Mothers prefer to come to us for grocery shopping, because they can take their children with them'. Albert Heijn. We want to show you the evolution about the supermarket sector, in which IKC has played a major role throughout the years and to this day.