DS Printech China 2023: A Comprehensive Platform and Innovation Showcase
18 December 2023: DS Printech China successfully closed its doors on November 23, 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. Over the course of three days, the fair hosted 249 digital and screen printing exhibitors hailing from China, Germany, Hong Kong China, Italy and Japan. Drawing 12,380 global buyers from 65 countries and regions, the exhibition provided a platform to connect with the industry’s leading suppliers, fostering collaborative relationships. The fringe programme brought together key industry players, promoting a deeper understanding of trends and innovative ideas for future development.
Cementing its position as one of the most comprehensive platforms for the industry in Eastern China, the fair attracted a wide variety of industry players to showcase their latest innovations and seize valuable opportunities. Wilmet Shea, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, commented, “China is globally recognised for its substantial investments in cutting-edge textile technologies. The fair serves as an ideal place for industry peers to explore emerging technologies and drive the evolution of the industry. With the accelerating demand for personalisation and sustainable practices, and the growing trend of applying digital printing in embroidery, this edition witnessed suppliers making further advancements in their printing techniques, technologies, and raw materials to meet these evolving needs.”
The influential digital and screen printing fair hosted prominent suppliers from around the world, presenting a range of distinguished products to engage buyers. Product groups spanned machinery and accessories; consumables and substrates; inks and additives; industrial, personalised, 3D printing and production. Key exhibitors included Bihong, Brother, Changlian, Decai, Great World Ink, Huayin, Kenzel, Machine Elements, Juist, Saati, Shanghai Smart (Nittoku).
In addition, exhibitors unveiled their latest printing technologies and consumables. Many expressed optimism regarding the outlook for the textile printing markets, highlighting the potential for continued growth and opportunity.
“Our company specialises in textile printing materials and equipment, as well as environmental purification materials like silicone gel. We aim to promote our brand and allow buyers to explore our products on site. Shanghai is an ideal host city given its reputation as an international hub. We have connected with many overseas buyers including traders from India, who represent exporters, manufacturers and wholesalers. Additionally, there were also agents and end customers”, stated Alice Xu, Sales in charge, DongGuan ChangLian New Materials Technology Co Ltd.
Trade visitors and buyer delegations appreciated the broad coverage of leading brands at the fair, allowing them to stay updated on the latest technology trends in one-stop. Buyers came from around the world, including 10 top visiting countries of Bangladesh, China, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, Russia, Thailand and Vietnam.
Parallel to the exhibition, the fair offered a series of seminars, forums and workshops covering a range of topical industry issues. Both attendees and speakers were impressed with the insightful information delivered as well as the valuable opportunity to network and exchange views.
“Customised patterns are very popular nowadays. AI can now be applied in design processes as it can efficiently generate high-quality patterns before printing. Exploring how the latest AI technology applies with traditional printing aligns with today’s seminar theme of “Integration + Future”. Speaking here is an opportunity for me to discover how AI can be applied in diverse industries. I think each discussion at the seminar demonstrated expertise in its field”, said Jason Wang, CEO, Tourfly AI.
A Tourfly AI Fringe programme attendee, Shaoxin Lu, Project Engineer, Shishi Decai Chemical Technology Co Ltd., commented, “One of the speakers discussed the growth rate of the digital industry and its future development directions. I agree with their perspective that the industry requires technological advancements. It is important for the industry to have a clearer understanding and to establish connections between artificial technology and traditional equipment.”
DS Printech China is co-organised by Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd, China Screen Printing & Graphic Imaging Association (CSGIA) and Guangzhou Teyin Exhibition Service.
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