Taiwan Hardware Show 2017 (THS 2017), held on October 11th through October 13th, will take place at Greater Taichung International Expo Center nearby the High Speed Rail, Taichung Station; with 409 professional exhibitors and global buyers from 70 countries, the three-day show is likely to see over 30,000 visitors attending the international hardware event.
Lin Chia-lung, Taichung Mayor, noted, as an important hand tool industry base, Taichung, the central region of Taiwan, bolsters a complete industrial cluster that gathers over 70% of Taiwan-based hand tool makers, forming an unique supply chain of great advantage that is hard to be copied by other regions.
This is the fifth time for THS2017 to take place in Taichung. The show's exhibition scale and after effects have been expanding every year. It is forecasted that THS 2017 will see a NT$25 billion (US$820 million) order performance this time.
With an aim to solicit more investments from global-known companies and to lead its industry to a new milestone, Taichung City Government is dedicated to providing investor-friendly environment, actively promoting industrial upgrade and transformation so as to become a “creative city and life capital” in Taiwan.
The exhibition is divided into eight major areas: Tools & Accessories, Locks & Fittings, Fasteners & Fittings, Building Supplies, Garden & Outdoor Equipment, Automotive Supplies & Accessories, Machines & Plant Equipment and Safety Equipment & Products to highlight the rich diversity of Taiwan's premium quality hardware. At the same time, industry forums, procurement conferences, new product launches and factory visits are organized to foster the exchange of international industry experiences, thereby ensuring the optimal benefit of global market development.
S.C. Yu, chairman of Taiwan Hand Tool Manufacturers'''' Association (THTMA) emphasized that Taichung's hardware industry boasts the most complete supply chain in Taiwan. With local manufacturers across Taichung, central Taiwan, together forming industrial clusters, THS 2017, which has leveraged the unparalleled advantage, is noted for offering international buyers the ONE-STOP SHOPPING service, allowing interested customers to visit the nearby manufacturing clusters within an hour's drive, and place orders immediately.
