Fair facts
| Date | 19 - 21 September 2024 |
| Venue | Shanghai New International Expo Centre, China |
| Exhibition Space | 40,000 sqm (2023) |
| Opening times | Day 1 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Day 2 9:00 am – 5:30 pm Day 3 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Figures of 2023 fair
No. of visit 15,542 (52 countries and regions)
No. of exhibitors 467 (13 countries and regions)
Top 10 visiting countries / regions: China, Korea, Taiwan China, Japan, Russia, India, Hong Kong China, Vietnam, Germany, Malaysia, USA
Product groups
Research, development, planning, consulting
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International institutions; National research institutes; Universities and polytechnics; Industrial research centres; Planning and consulting companies; Services
Technology, Equipment & Accessories
Production processes; Finishing technology; Coating technology; Laminating and coating technology; Bonding and separating technology; CMT (Cutting, Making,Trimming); Control and monitoring methods; Purification and regeneration technology; CAD/CAM, Software; Recycling technology; Technical accessories; Laboratory and measuring technology; Quality assurance; Nanotechnology; Microsystems technology; Textile Care; Disposal technology
Fibres & yarns
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Man-made fibres and yarns; Glass fibres, yarns and rovings; Metal yarns; Natural fibres; Other fibres and yarns; Monofilaments
Woven fabrics, laid webs, braidings, knitted fabrics
Woven fabrics; Laid webs; Braidings; Knitted fabrics; Tapes, strings, cords; Belts, ropes, cordage; Nets; Textile bonding systems; Membranes; Multi-Layered Composites; Smart Textiles (used with or in electronics and sensors); Textiles made of recycled materials
Coated textiles
Coated textiles; Laminated textiles; Tent fabrics; Packaging materials, sacking; Tarpaulin fabrics; Awning material; End-product manufacturing; Accessories; Imitation leather
Composites
Reinforcing textiles; Composite textiles; Prepregs; Structural components and mouldings; Fibre-reinforced materials; Membrane systems; Films and sheeting; Textile-reinforced plastic for concrete; Textile sheet products for lamination with solids
Bondtec
Finishing processes; Adhesive, sealing and moulding materials; Laminating and coating materials; Raw materials and additives; Application processing; Material pre-treatment; Plastics and other hardening masses; Adhesive mixing and application equipment, robot technology; Surface treatment technologies; Plasma treatment; Flocking
Functional Apparel Textiles
New materials; New finishing; Membranes; Wearable Smart Textiles (with electronics and/or sensors); Wearable Smart Textiles (without electronics and/or sensors); Materials with additional functions; Textiles for future apparel; Textiles with medical / cosmetic qualities (wearable skincare, cosmetotextiles); Textiles for professional + protective clothing; Textiles for sport + active wear
Laminating technologies; Coating; Printing; Finishing; Functionalisation
Nanotechnology; Microsystems technology; Wearable electronics; Optical Technologies; Information- / Communication technology; Testing technology and -process
Apparel Concepts; Design; Processing and Ready-To-Wear; Prototypes; Interdisciplinary cooperation; New strategies for marketing
Visitor profile
- Import / export corporation
- Wholesaler / distributor
- Academic / research & development
- End user / procurement
Application areas
The variety of products and services offered by Techtextil exhibitors is expressed by twelve areas of application.
As an useful orientation aid pictographs at the stands show visitors for what areas of application the displayed products can be used.
Techtextil application areas:
Agrotech
The ear of the wheat is the symbol for cultivation and tilling the soil - and for the Agrotech application area. Under this sign you'll find the latest ideas and products for agriculture, forestry, horticulture and landscape gardening. Target groups: agricultural engineers, landscape architects, agricultural institutions and large-scale organisations.
Buildtech
The house stands for architecture and building - and that's why we've chosen it as the symbol for the Buildtech application area. Buildtech includes all important innovations in membrane construction, lightweight and solid structures, earthworks, hydraulic engineering and road construction. Target groups: architects, construction engineers, building sponsors, investors
Clothtech
The t-Shirt is popular all over the world - that's why we've chosen it as the symbol for the Clothtech application area. It includes the latest developments in shoe and clothing manufacture. Target groups: fashion designers, developers, shoe and clothing manufacturers
Geotech
The dam separates the land from water - and is the symbol for the Geotech application area. Geotech is home to new concepts and products in road construction, civil engineering, dam and waste site construction. Target groups: road and civil engineers, construction companies, public authorities and local government
Hometech
The armchair is a symbol for home design - and for the Hometech application area. Hometech presents innovative developments in the manufacture of furniture, upholstery, floor coverings and carpets. Target groups: furniture producers, interior designers, project planners and architects
Indutech
Gear wheels are a symbol for industry and technology - and for the Indutech application area. Indutech contains solutions and products for mechanical engineering and for the chemical and electrical industries. Target groups: users, designers, processors from the mechanical engineering, chemical and electrical industries
Medtech
The sticking plaster is a symbol for effective medical care - and for the Medtech application area. Medtech contains the complete range of innovations in the manufacture, processing and application of medical and hygiene products. Target groups: manufacturers of medical supplies, research institutions, hospitals
Mobiltech
The tyre is a symbol for mobility - and for the Mobiltech application area. Under this sign you’ll find the latest developments in ship and aircraft construction, as well as in all aspects of automobile, railway and space travel. Target groups: constructors, designers, engineers, suppliers
Oekotech
Mankind protecting nature - this is the symbol for the Oekotech application area. Oekotech stands for new ideas and interesting concepts in environmental protection, waste disposal and recycling. Target groups: environmental protection engineers, safety engineers, employees of environmental protection agencies
Packtech
The package is a symbol for the global transportation of goods - and for the Packtech application area. It includes all significant innovations in the packaging, covering and transportation of the widest possible array of goods. Target groups: shipping and logistics companies, developers, designers and buyers from industry and the distributive trades
Protech
The helmet is a symbol for effective protection - and for the Protech application area. Under this sign you'll find the latest developments in personal and property protection. Target groups: safety engineers, manufacturers of protective clothing, safety officers
Sporttech
To play sport you need the right equipment - that's why we've chosen the trainer as the symbol for the Sporttech application area. Sporttech includes new products and ideas from the world of sport and leisure. Target groups: designers, outfitters and manufacturers of sports articles and outdoor equipment
The following applies to all twelve icons of the application areas and corresponding terms: © Techtextil, Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH.
Downloads
- 2024_Show Brochure (pdf, 2 MB)
- 2024 Application form (pdf, 259 KB)
- 2024_Show Fact Sheet (pdf, 192 KB)
- 2024 Postcard (pdf, 610 KB)
- 2024 EU Zone Leaflet (pdf, 1 MB)
