The Salón Internacional de la Seguridad (SICUR) 2026 took place from February 24 to 27, 2026, at IFEMA Madrid, marking its 25th edition as a leading international trade fair focused on comprehensive security solutions.
The event brought together more than 670 participating companies and showcased a global security ecosystem that spans Occupational Safety, Fire & Emergency Protection, Physical Security, and Cybersecurity.
As security challenges grow more complex and interconnected—with digital threats, workplace hazards, and evolving health and safety standards—the industry is increasingly embracing innovation and data-driven tools.
In this context, Avatar’s 3D scanning ecosystem developed with IBV expertise, including:
proved to be a powerful enabler for organizations looking to enhance worker safety, compliance, and operational precision.
How Avatar’s 3D Solutions Fit the Security Landscape
At SICUR, the integration of Avatar 3D Body, Avatar Feet, and DOMEscan/IBV resonated strongly with several core industry themes:
1. Precision in Fit and Protection
In sectors like occupational safety, the correct fit of personal protective equipment (PPE) — from helmets and vests to boots and gloves — is non-negotiable.
Mis-sized PPE not only compromises comfort but can directly impact the effectiveness of protection and the risk of injury.
Avatar 3D Body and Avatar Feet enable precise mapping of an individual’s anatomy using 3D scanning, delivering accurate measurements that can be used to:
- Choose the correct PPE size with confidence.
- Tailor safety equipment based on exact body and foot dimensions.
- Reduce returns and re-fit cycles, saving time and cost.
This level of biometric precision elevates standard PPE processes into data-driven safety decisions, enabling employers to demonstrate compliance and enhance protection outcomes.
2. Seamless Retail and Supply Chain Integration
Solutions like DOMEscan/IBV enable in-store and on-site scanning experiences, which not only benefit manufacturers and retailers but also safety managers overseeing large procurement programs.
At the event, companies exploring advanced PPE procurement were particularly interested in how DOMEscan/IBV can be deployed in safety gear stores, distribution centers, and corporate procurement hubs to:
- Capture accurate foot dimensions for fitting safety boots.
- Improve operational flows in PPE logistics.
- Enhance employee satisfaction through tailored fits.
This helped position the technology not just as a measurement tool but as a value-add to the entire safety equipment supply chain.
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Industry in Action: Paredes and Base Protection Showcasing DOMEscan/IBV Live
One of the most compelling highlights of SICUR 2026 was seeing Avatar technology not only presented conceptually, but actively deployed by leading industry brands.
Both Paredes and Base Protection attended the fair with DOMEscan/IBV integrated live at their booths, offering real-time 3D foot scanning demonstrations to visitors and professional buyers.
This hands-on approach allowed attendees to experience firsthand how advanced foot measurement technology enhances both user experience and footwear selection accuracy.
In a pre-SICUR interview, Paredes highlights that safety footwear must be tested and compliant, and that “comfort and lightness are as important as protection,” while also emphasizing the need to design for both women and men.
At the Paredes stand, visitors were invited to step into the DOMEscan/IBV system and immediately visualize their foot measurements.
This interactive experience clearly demonstrated how precise anatomical data improves the selection of safety footwear, reducing sizing errors and increasing comfort — a critical factor in occupational environments where shoes are worn for long working hours.
Similarly, Base Protection leveraged DOMEscan/IBV as a strategic engagement tool.
By scanning users on-site, they were able to showcase how accurate 3D data supports the correct selection of safety shoes, reinforcing their commitment to innovation, performance, and worker well-being.
The presence of DOMEscan/IBV in real operational contexts — not just as a concept, but as an active solution embedded in brand stands — validated its value proposition:
- Enhancing the in-store and trade fair experience.
- Supporting informed decision-making through precise measurement.
- Reducing returns and post-purchase dissatisfaction.
- Strengthening trust between manufacturer and end user.
This real-world application at SICUR clearly illustrated how Avatar technology empowers safety footwear brands to move from traditional sizing methods toward a data-driven, personalized fitting experience.
Key Learnings from the SICUR Experience
Across the four days of SICUR, several important insights emerged that are highly relevant for both technology providers and safety professionals:
- Safety is becoming increasingly personalized: Buyers and end users are turning to technologies that go beyond traditional size charts and offer individualized measurement precision.
- Digital tools are critical to modern compliance: As regulatory environments tighten around workplace safety, businesses want tools that make it easier to document, audit, and justify their PPE decisions—particularly as standards evolve (e.g., EN ISO 20345:2022 for safety footwear).
- Integration matters: Companies are not just adopting new devices — they are seeking solutions that can plug into existing retail systems, supply chains, and safety protocols.
Avatar’s holistic 3D scanning ecosystem directly maps onto these needs, offering genuinely actionable data to buyers, manufacturers, and safety managers alike.
Safer workplaces: the impact of DOMEscan/IBV and 3D scanning
SICUR 2026 reinforced the central role technology plays in advancing safety, protection, and risk prevention across industries.
For Avatar and IBV, this landmark event offered a unique platform to demonstrate how 3D body and foot scanning tools are not merely cutting-edge innovations but practical solutions that address real market demands — from enhancing PPE fit to optimizing procurement workflows.
The enthusiastic reception from brands like Paredes and Base Protection underscores the tangible impact Avatar solutions can have in today’s safety ecosystem.
Looking ahead, the continued convergence of biometric intelligence and protective gear will be essential to building safer, more efficient workplaces worldwide.
