From 22 to 25 October, the global sheet metal processing industry will come together at EuroBLECH 2024 in Hannover, Germany. Under the theme “The Power of Productivity”, around 1,300 exhibitors from 40 countries will bring together the world’s largest collection of sheet metal processing technologies designed to boost performance and efficiency. With a total area of over 160,000 square metres, the event will feature a packed event programme, including an abundance of live demonstrations, product premieres, expert talks, guided visitor tours, the prestigious EuroBLECH Awards and a Career Day to develop young talent.
EuroBLECH is the world’s leading destination for sourcing sheet metal processing technology. The 2024 edition will once again offer a unique visitor experience at the heart of the industry, kicking off four days of intensive product sourcing, networking and learning. A strong supplier base from around the world will cover the entire supply chain in 15 different technology sectors, with thousands of exhibits and live machinery on display across nine exhibition halls. This year’s event is focused on addressing the latest productivity solutions to boost productivity and efficiency, as reflected in the 2024 show’s motto: “The Power of Productivity”.
“We are currently witnessing rapid developments in automation, robotics, AI and IoT devices,” explains Evelyn Warwick, EuroBLECH Event Director, on behalf of RX. “Digitalization, connectivity and big data are playing a key role here, increasing efficiency, precision and real-time adjustments within production processes. This year’s EuroBLECH will be the place to look for guidance on how to meaningfully utilize these groundbreaking technologies in your own production. Making the right informed choices is key to unlocking the true ‘power of productivity’ in terms of output, performance, cost and sustainability.”
Culture of Innovation: Harnessing Fresh Ideas
As the flagship event in its sector, EuroBLECH has successfully fostered a culture of innovation and driven progress in the industry. This year’s event will welcome many start-ups and newcomers alongside well-known global companies, giving visitors exclusive access to a wider range of fresh ideas and technologies than ever before. One in five companies in the halls will be a new exhibitor, and a pavilion dedicated to “Young Innovators” in Hall 15 will showcase promising German start-ups. Besides Germany, the main exhibiting countries in 2024 will be Italy, Turkey, China, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Spain, Belgium, Poland, Austria, Portugal, Sweden, India, Finland, France and the USA. Around 64 percent of exhibitors will be based outside Germany.
A total of 76 companies have been shortlisted for the prestigious EuroBLECH 2024 Awards, one of the most renowned industry prizes for outstanding achievements in driving technological excellence and innovation. The six winners will be honoured at the official awards ceremony, which will take place at 5pm on the first day of the exhibition, in the presentation area of Hall 27. A new highlight this year is the Awards Trail, which all nominated companies will take part in. Six trails full of cutting-edge innovations are waiting to be explored in each of the award categories: Stamping & Forming Technologies, Cutting Technologies, Joining Technologies, Surface Technologies, Automation & Handling and Sustainability.
For visitors who want to further explore the transformative power of innovation, EuroBLECH offers a selection of guided visitor tours focusing on productivity solutions from companies such as Amada, Libellula, OTC DAIHEN Europe, Panasonic Connect Europe, RICO-Thomas Castro Silva, SEYI Presses Europe, Voortman Steel Machinery and Wila. Each stop will feature short presentations and question-and-answer sessions from exhibitor representatives. Tours can be booked online.
The popular Speakers Forum will return, featuring expert talks and presentations on key topics including automation, robotics, cobots, IoT and the industrial metaverse. Sessions will run parallel to the exhibition in the presentation areas of Halls 26 and 27. A special panel discussion will look at “Automation as a solution to alleviate the skilled labor shortage” on Wednesday 23 October at 3pm in Hall 26. More details on speakers and topics will be released closer to the exhibition.
Friday 25th October is our Careers Day to nurture young talent in the industry. Students and apprentices can visit the exhibition free of charge, as an opportunity to engage with future employers and groundbreaking technology in the market.
Online tools and information for visitors
The official event website provides extensive information about the exhibition profile and visit, including a full exhibitor list with company and product descriptions, as well as a comprehensive online show preview with search and filter functions to help attendees easily find the most relevant companies and products. With just a click, users can create a list of their favorite suppliers and export it for easy access across multiple devices. Visitors can also subscribe to EuroBLECH e-news to stay informed before the show.
Opening hours and tickets
EuroBLECH 2024, the 27th international exhibition for sheet metal processing technologies, will take place from 22 to 25 October 2024 at the Hannover Fairgrounds in Germany. The event will take place in Halls 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 26 and 27. Visitors can enter through entrances West 1, West 2, North 1, East 3 and South 1. The fair is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm. Tickets cost €39.00 for a one-day pass or €70.00 for a season ticket (valid for all four days of the show). Other ticket options include a guided visitor tour (€25.00), the official show catalogue (€44.00) and free admission for students and apprentices on Friday’s Career Day (available on site with presentation of a valid student ID). The ticket shop, registration and press authorization are all available online.
Travel and Accommodation
The city of Hannover boasts the world’s largest exhibition centre, good transport links and a wide range of hotel options. For special hotel offers, including special group offers for 9 rooms or more, we recommend you to refer to the official EuroBLECH hotel map. EuroBLECH promotes sustainable travel and has special transport arrangements. Deutsche Bahn (DB) offers EuroBLECH attendees a fixed-price train ticket (including city ticket) from any DB station to Hannover. EuroBLECH also offers a private transfer to the airport for 25 euros one way during the event. For travelling within Hannover city, the local transport company GHV offers a custom EuroBLECH travelcard for trains and buses. For more information, visit the travel hub on the show’s official website.
About EuroBLECH
EuroBLECH is the world’s largest sheet metal processing exhibition covering the entire supply chain in 15 technology disciplines. The event attracts decision-makers and distinguished visitors looking for innovative manufacturing solutions and machinery in all major industry sectors. Exhibits cover the full range of processing of finished and semi-finished products, including metal sheets, tubes, coils, profiles, stampings and hybrids. Technologies on display include stamping, punching, pressing, forming, cutting, joining, welding, fastening, handling, finishing, quality control, CAD/CAM/CIM, tools, machine parts, warehouse and factory equipment, material recycling, research and development and many other application areas.
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About RX
RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data and technology to build business for individuals, communities and organizations. With a presence in 25 countries and 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees. RX helps companies succeed with data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision-making tools for professional and business customers. For more information, please visit: Click here for more details.
