Recap: ICC-ES Attends 2026 IBS / KBIS Tradeshows

This February, ICC-ES returned to Orlando, Fla. for Design and Construction Week 2026, exhibiting at both the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) and the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS).  

Throughout the week, the team connected with building and plumbing product manufacturers who are navigating testing, inspection and certification pathways in an evolving regulatory landscape.  

From established brands to emerging innovators, conversations centered on expanding market access, simplifying compliance and preparing products for both domestic and international growth.  

ICC-ES highlighted several programs designed to meet manufacturers where they are:  

• New Electrical Services Division: Attendees learned about expanded capabilities, including compliance readiness services, factory audits, technical training and global concierge support to help streamline electrical product certification.  
• Enhanced Environmental Transparency: Through a strategic collaboration with Sustainable Minds, manufacturers can now access more efficient pathways to Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), supporting sustainability goals and project specification requirements.  
• Market Insights Services: Many visitors expressed interest in leveraging ICC-ES’ market research to make more informed decisions about product development, target regions and strategic direction.  
• Comprehensive Cabinetry Programs: The Safe and Sustainable Cabinetry (SASC) program and certifications to ANSI A161.1 generated strong engagement among cabinet manufacturers seeking credible third-party validation.  

Takeaways 

Beyond the programs themselves, the most valuable takeaway from the shows was the quality of the conversations. Manufacturers are increasingly looking for a trusted partner that can provide not only certification, but also strategic guidance across product categories and global markets.  

Design and Construction Week 2026 reinforced ICC-ES’s role as a complete testing and certification solutions provider, supporting innovation while helping manufacturers demonstrate safety, sustainability and compliance with confidence. 

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