IAS Shanghai – International Industrial Automation Exhibition Tour

IAS Shanghai is one of China’s professional exhibitions for industrial automation and smart manufacturing. The event brings together manufacturers of automation equipment, control systems, sensors, electrical equipment, motion technologies, and smart factory solutions with industrial buyers and decision-makers from different manufacturing sectors.

The product range at IAS Shanghai covers different areas of industrial production lines. PLC and SCADA systems, industrial computers, sensors and actuators, servo motors and inverters, measurement equipment, industrial networks, machine vision, and assembly and material handling systems are among the main technologies presented at the exhibition.

The exhibition is not limited to individual components and equipment. In addition, integrated solutions for smart factories and automated production lines also play an important role. Industrial managers can explore technologies for process control, data collection, machine connectivity, quality control, and manufacturing digitalization while meeting equipment manufacturers and technology providers.

For international industrial buyers and sourcing teams, IAS Shanghai provides an opportunity to meet Chinese automation manufacturers, compare technologies, and identify suppliers for new or upgraded production lines.

Main Sectors at IAS Shanghai

Industrial Automation & Control Systems

PLCs, SCADA systems, process control systems, industrial controllers, production line control systems, data acquisition equipment, automatic identification systems, and manufacturing automation solutions.

Sensors & Measurement Equipment

Industrial sensors, actuators, encoders, measurement and testing equipment, process monitoring systems, position detection equipment, and industrial instrumentation.

Motion & Drive Control

Servo motors, inverters, drives, electric motors, motion control systems, linear positioning systems, gearboxes, and power transmission equipment.

Machine Vision & Industrial Image Processing

Industrial cameras, image processing systems, automated inspection equipment, defect detection systems, quality control equipment, and machine vision solutions for production lines.

Industrial Computers & Systems

Industrial computers, embedded systems, data processing equipment, industrial controllers, production line hardware, and industrial computing equipment.

Industrial Communication & Networks

Industrial networks, Fieldbus systems, machine communication equipment, data transmission equipment, factory communication systems, and industrial connectivity solutions.

Industrial Electrical Equipment

Electrical control equipment, switchboards and switching equipment, transformers, emergency power equipment, cables and wiring systems, electronic components, and optoelectronic components.

Robotics & Material Handling Systems

Industrial robots, assembly systems, material handling equipment, pick-and-place systems, automated transfer systems, robot accessories, and robotic solutions for production lines.

Software & Smart Manufacturing

Industrial software, production management and monitoring systems, data collection and analysis, smart factory solutions, manufacturing system integration, and industrial digital technologies.

Laser Technology & Industrial Equipment

Industrial laser technologies, laser processing equipment, production line laser systems, control equipment, and solutions for industrial laser applications.

Pneumatics & Compressed Air Equipment

Compressors and compressed air equipment, pneumatic systems, valves, pressure control equipment, pneumatic components, and equipment used in automated production lines.

Why Visit IAS Shanghai?

Industrial factories are increasingly moving toward automated production lines, data-driven operations, and intelligent process control. Automation technologies can improve production speed and accuracy while providing better control over product quality and machine performance.

Visiting IAS Shanghai allows industrial professionals to compare a wide range of automation equipment and solutions at one specialized event. For example, factory managers can evaluate control systems, sensors, servo motors, industrial electrical equipment, machine vision, and smart manufacturing technologies based on their technical specifications and applications.

In addition, the presence of companies from different areas of industrial automation makes the exhibition relevant to businesses planning a new production line or upgrading an existing factory. Buyers can explore both individual components and integrated automation solutions for smart production.

Key opportunities include:

• Identify industrial automation equipment manufacturers
• Compare PLCs and industrial control systems
• Explore SCADA and monitoring solutions
• Find manufacturers of sensors and measurement equipment
• Evaluate servo motors, inverters, and drives
• Discover motion control equipment and technologies
• Learn about machine vision applications
• Compare automated quality control systems
• Review industrial electrical equipment
• Discover industrial networks and communication technologies
• Examine industrial computers and embedded systems
• Find automated assembly and material handling equipment
• Explore industrial robotics technologies
• Learn about smart factory solutions
• Compare industrial software and production management systems
• Identify solutions for production line upgrades and automation
• Meet equipment manufacturers directly
• Discuss import and distribution opportunities
• Arrange B2B business meetings

Who Should Visit IAS Shanghai?

IAS Shanghai is suitable for factory managers, engineers, manufacturers, and companies involved in industrial automation, manufacturing, and production line equipment. At the same time, importers and industrial equipment suppliers can use the exhibition to identify manufacturers and discover new technologies.

The main visitor groups include:

• Factory and manufacturing plant managers
• Industrial automation companies
• Industrial machinery manufacturers
• Robotics companies
• Automotive and auto parts manufacturers
• Electrical and electronics industries
• Machinery manufacturing companies
• Metal and steel industries
• Packaging and production line companies
• Oil, gas, and petrochemical companies
• Food and pharmaceutical manufacturers
• Electrical equipment manufacturers
• Machine vision companies
• Production and maintenance managers
• Procurement and sourcing managers
• Electrical, control, and automation engineers
• Instrumentation specialists
• Research and Development (R&D) managers
• Industrial equipment importers and distributors
• Smart factory solution providers

IAS Shanghai Exhibition Visit Services by Exhibition Makers

The wide range of technologies and equipment at IAS Shanghai makes pre-trip planning particularly important. Defining the production line type, required equipment, and desired level of automation helps identify relevant exhibitors before the visit.

Companies planning to purchase equipment or expand their production lines can also arrange technical meetings with manufacturers. As a result, visitors have more time to evaluate technical specifications, compare suppliers, and discuss potential cooperation.

With more than 15 years of experience in domestic and international exhibitions, Exhibition Makers provides the services required to plan business trips and professional exhibition visits in China.

Tour services include:

• China visa assistance
• Round-trip flight booking
• Hotel reservation
• Airport transfers
• Exhibition transfers
• Exhibition registration and visitor badge assistance
• Professional exhibition visit planning
• Identification of relevant exhibitors and suppliers
• B2B meeting coordination
• Chinese and English interpreter services
• Support for exploring distribution and agency opportunities
• Travel insurance

For factories and companies looking to purchase automation equipment, upgrade production lines, or identify new suppliers, relevant companies can be shortlisted before travelling. Therefore, this planning can make a visit to IAS Shanghai more focused and provide more time for technical evaluations and business negotiations.