26-30 October 2010 - Hanover, Germany. The 21st International Sheet Metal Working Technology Exhibition

Statistics 2008

Jubilee Show with Record Results

EuroBLECH

EuroBLECH 2008 ended with record numbers in visitors, exhibitors and floor space: 1,520 exhibitors from 38 countries presented all aspects of sheet metal manufacturing and working on a net exhibition space of 87,700 m². The trade show attracted 69,400 visitors from 98 countries. 44.5% of exhibitors and 35% of visitors came from outside Germany.

In the surveys, the exhibition received excellent evaluations from both, visitors and exhibitors. Participants were very satisfied, particularly with the comprehensive range of products on offer and with the international flavour of the show. 76% of exhibitors intend to exhibit again at the next show.

EuroBLECH 2010 will take place from 26 - 30 October 2010, in Hanover, Germany.

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 auditedKey Facts EuroBLECH 2008
FKM audited*

1,520 exhibitors from 38 countries
(2006: 1,409 exhibitors from 40 countries)

69,400 registered visitors from 98 countries
(2006: 64,300 visitors from 73 countries)

87,700 m² net exhibition space
(2006: 76,000 m² net exhibition space)

150,000 m² gross exhibition space
(2006: 130,000 m² gross exhibition space)

Long-term Development of Exhibitor Figures 1969 - 2008
Exhibitor Figures 1969-2008

Long-term Development of Visitor Figures 1969 - 2008
Visitor Figures 1969-2008

Long-term Development of Visitor Internationalisation 1969 - 2008
Visitor Internationalisation 1969-2008

* FKM (Society for Voluntary Control of Fair and Exhibition Statistics)

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 auditedExhibitor Statistics EuroBLECH 2008
FKM audited*

1,520 exhibitors from 38 countries
678 exhibitors from outside Germany

Origin of Exhibitors
Germany: 55.5% (2006: 56.7%)
Other countries: 44.5% (2006: 43.3%)

Top Exhibitor Countries

  1. Germany
  2. Italy
  3. Switzerland
  4. Netherlands
  5. Spain
  6. USA
  7. Turkey
  8. France
  9. Austria
  10. China

Key Industries

  1. Forming technology
  2. Sheet metal, semi-finished, finished products, components
  3. Separation technology
  4. Machine elements
  5. Tool / Die technology
  6. Flexible sheet metal working
  7. Tube / Section working
  8. Handling technology
  9. Joining technology
  10. Surface treatment
  11. Process control, quality assurance
  12. Services, information, communication
  13. Data processing, CAD/CAM
  14. Factory equipment
  15. Safety at work, environment protection

Exhibitor Feedback
More than 75% of exhibitors intend to exhibit again at EuroBLECH 2010.

* FKM (Society for Voluntary Control of Fair and Exhibition Statistics)

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 auditedVisitor Statistics EuroBLECH 2008
FKM audited*

69,400 registered visitors from 98 countries
99.5% trade visitors

Origin of Visitors
Germany: 65% (2006: 64%)
Other countries: 35% (2006: 36%)

Origin of Visitors from Outside Germany
Origin of Visitors from Outside Germany

Origin of Visitors by Country

EU Countries
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Great Britain
Greece
Hungary
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden

Other European Countries
Albania
Belarus
Bosnia-Herzegovina
Croatia
Iceland
Kazakhstan
Liechtenstein
Macedonia
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Norway
Russia
San Marino
Serbia
Switzerland
Turkey
Ukraine
Uzbekistan

Africa
Algeria
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Ethiopia
Kenya

Africa (cont.)
Morocco
Nigeria
Seyshelles
South Africa
Swaziland
Tunisia

America and the Caribbean
Argentina
Bolivia
Brazil
Canada
Chile
Columbia
Dominica
Haiti
Mexico
Peru
St. Kitts and Nevis
USA
Venezuela

Australia and South Pacific
Australia
New Zealand

Far East
China
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Japan
Korea
Malaysia
Pakistan
Philippines
Singapore
Taiwan
Thailand
Vietnam

Middle East
Afghanistan
Egypt
Iran
Iraq
Israel
Jordan
Kuwait
Lebanon
Libya
Oman
Qatar
Saudi Arabia
United Arab Emirates

Visitor Facts

  • 44% of visitors have concrete investment plans.
  • For 22% of visitors EuroBLECH is the only exhibition they visit.
  • Visitors to EuroBLECH primarily expect personal advice and practical machine demonstrations at the stands.

Visitors with Decision Making Capacity
Visitors with Decision Making Capacity

* FKM (Society for Voluntary Control of Fair and Exhibition Statistics)

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Latest News Feed:

‘The variety of companies from all over the world is priceless.’ Zarko Fillipov, Philipex Co., Bulgaria ... 'Nos parece una feria de objetivo primordial, muy especifica en el sector de la chapa y creemos que unica en su sector.' Victor Navarro, Ing.Tecn.Ind, Industrias Ramoga sl, Spain ... ‚Sowohl Großindustrie als auch mittelständische Unternehmen aus zahlreichen Nationen präsentierten innovative Produkte. ‘ Achim Allekotte, Allekotte Engineering, Germany ... ‘I was very impressed with the wide range of technologies on offer as well as the wide spread of international participation.’ Peter Nicholl, Operations Director, Robor Open Sections, South Africa ... 'Una fiera internazionale al centro dell’Europa. Credo che sia il meglio che si possa realizzare.' Stefano D’Aprile, Commerciale Siderurgica Bresciana SpA, Italy ... ‚Eine vielfältige und Qualitativ hochwertige Produktpalette war zu sehen.‘ Ingo Loeh, Niederlassungsleiter Magdeburg, TÜV Rheinland, Germany ... ‘EuroBLECH is the best networking event for us.’ Miloslav Nezbeda, J.M.KAPA, s.r.o., Czech Republic ... ‘Es una feria de visita obligada para los profesionales del sector de transformación metalica.’ Jorge del Val Valero, Gerente – Dirección de compras, CDC HIACRE SA, Spain ... 'I found EuroBLECH to be an interesting show with a very good range of products and information. I look forward to the next one in 2010.' Alexandre Peruzzo, Aruzzo Ltda, Brazil ... ‚Der Messebesuch hat die Kaufentscheidung für diese Maschine bestätigt. ‘ Werner Herbst, Alfred Hoffmann GmbH & Co KG, Germany ... ‘A lot of opportunities to meet people within the industry.’ Peter ter Horst, Demar Laser BV, Netherlands ... 'Grazie a EuroBLECH, nuove tecnologie vengono messe a disposizione del cliente utilizzatore.’ Michele Norani, NORANI srl, Italy ... 'The well structured layout makes it easy to find the contacts you are looking for in your sector.' Dr. Hans Bergkvist, President & CEO ATTEXOR Tools of Switzerland + ATTEXOR, Inc. of Springfield, Massachusetts, USA ... ‚Sehr internationale Messe. ‘ Marco Grohmann, CuMaTec GmbH, Germany ... 'EuroBLECH has a very professional set up, making it easy to get a full overview of the sheet metal business development.' Willy Andersen, Managing Director, Norsk Stanseindustri AS, Norway ... 'Es el evento más completo a nivel mundial para contactar proveedores del sector de la deformación de chapas.' Pablo Mion, Industria LAM S.A., Argentina ... 'Without doubt this is THE networking event for our industry.' David Zwi, ZM Metal Packaging, Israel ... ‚Die Produktpalette bietet eine sehr gute und vielfältige Auswahl. ‘ Dieter Buhr, Wedes OHG, Germany ... 'The product range was as diverse as visitors nationalities.' Ben Towe, Operations Director, Hadley Industries, United Kingdom ... ‚EuroBLECH ist die wichtigste Messe, sowohl für das Networking als auch zum Kennenlernen von Produkten und Prozessen. ‘ Stephan Guhde, Weihe GmbH, Germany ... ‘As always we were pleased with the content of the show.’ Jef Van Gael, Manager CPIM, Robberechts NV, Belgium ... ‘Muy internacional estaban representados muchos países.’ Ernesto Garcia, D.tor. Producto, Industria Garita, Spain ... ‚Nirgendwo finden wir ein vergleichbares und ebenso konzentriertes Angebotsspektrum. Die für uns wichtigen Anbieter von Produktionsmaschinen, von Vormaterial und Werkzeugen sind als Aussteller auf der EuroBLECH. ‘ Wolfgang Weckenmann, Weckenmann Anlagentechnik GmbH + Co. KG, Germany ... 'EuroBLECH is simply a show that cannot be missed.' Alan Pinkney, Managing Director, CHK PLC, United Kingdom ... ‚Die Produktpalette war erfreulich umfangreich und sehr innovativ.‘ Peter Masurkiewicz, Technischer Geschäftsführer, UMC Popke Industrieservice, Germany ... ‘EuroBLECH is by far the most important trade show in the area of fabrication and is truly an international event.' Dr. Hans Bergkvist, President & CEO ATTEXOR Tools of Switzerland + ATTEXOR, Inc. of Springfield, Massachusetts, USA ... ‚Gute Übersicht über die Branche in der alle für unsere Firma wichtigen Prozesse abgebildet sind.‘ Dr. Andreas Güntner, Geschäftsleiter, Wiegand GmH, Germany ... 'I was very pleased with the product range on offer. The international content was very high.' Benny Johansson, Marketing Manager, Permascand AB, Sweden ...