European Coatings Show 2017

The international World of Paint and Coatings

The product spectrum at the European Coatings Show reflects the innovations in paint and coatings. Every two years, the formulators of paint, coatings, adhesives, sealants, additives, printing inks or construction chemical products, industrial processors and representatives from science and research discuss the latest developments in the coatings market at the world-leading exhibition in Nuremberg.

Joint Organization by Vincentz Netzwerk and NürnbergMesse

With their experience and comprehensive service, Vincentz Networkand NürnbergMesse will help to ensure your lasting success at the trade fair.

The European Coatings Show Success Story

Since its premiere under the name of “Farbe und Lack” in 1991, the European Coatings Show has developed into today’s biggest and most important event in the world for the coatings industry. The event set new records in 2015 with 1.024 exhibitors – 6,4% growth. The very large international share of 66% for exhibitors and 62% for visitors also emphasizes the importance of the European Coatings Show as the world’s leading exhibition.

• 98 % of the exhibitors reached their most important target groups.
• 95 % of the exhibitors made new business connections.
• 90 % expected noticeable follow-up business.
• 54 % of the exhibition visitors came from the European Union, 68% from the rest of Europe, 22% from Australia/Oceania, Asia and Africa, and 8% from America.

The exhibitions covers the fields of paints, varnishes and sealants. On three exhibition days, exhibitors and visitors will be able to discuss the latest developments within the coatings industry.

The World of European Coatings Show

In keeping pace with sector, European Coatings Show helps you to monitor the market and the competition.

Coatings Raw Materials

• Binders
• Solvents
• Pigments
• Fillers
• Additives

Printing Ink Raw Materials

• Binders
• Solvents
• Pigments and dyes
• Additives

Adhesives Raw Materials

• Polymers
• Polymer dispersions
• Monomers
• Resins, tackifiers
• Fillers
• Solvents
• Plasticizers/oils
• Additives
• Waxes

Intermediates for Construction Chemicals

• Raw materials
• Additives and admixtures

Laboratory and Production Equipment

• Mixers
• Extruders, kneaders
• Mills, triple roller mills and accessories
• Engineering
• Filters and filtration
• Pumps
• Metering devices, balances
• Conveying systems
• Filling systems
• Packaging
• Labelling machines
• Logistics
• Tinting systems
• Screening machines and sintering plants
• Coolers
• Pipe technology
• Other laboratory and production equipment

Testing and Measuring Equipment

• Quality control and laboratory testing euqipment
• Production and process control
• Other testing and measuring equipment

Application

• Plant and machinery for painting, enamelling
• Complete spray systems for painting, enamelling
• Drying and curing plant
• Other application equipment

Environmental Protection and Safety at Work

• Occupational safety
• Container washing equipment
• Emission treatment
• Effluent treatment
• Solvent recycling
• Other environmental protection and safety at work

Services

• Software, hardware
• E-Commerce
• Training and education
• Technical information and publication
• Consultancy
• Research & Development
• Contract manufacturing
• Other services

The Products and services will find application in paints, coatings, adhesives and sealants for the following branches:

• Automotive, Shipbuilding, Aviation, Processing industry, electrical industry, industrial machinery, Construction, Furniture industry, Printing, Oil, gas and petrochemicals industry, Wind power, renewable energies, Plastics and packaging industry and others.
• Where can you find what in the exhibition venue? The floor plan shows you the hall allocation, main themes, entrances and exits, catering outlets, toilets and car parks at a glance.

Check out the highlights of the European Coatings Show via free live stream

There is no chance for you to take part at the European Coatings Show 2017 in Nuremberg in person? That is too bad but you don’t have to miss out on all the highlights! Equally you can’t be everywhere at the same time and follow the action in every pavilion. So here’s an idea: Just pull out your mobile and follow the highlights of the European Coatings Show 2017 live on your screen.

The Highlights, which will be live streamed:

• Plenary session of the European Coatings Show Conference
  Monday, 03 April 2017, 08.30 – 09.45 H (CET)
  
  
• Winning Presentation of the European Coatings Show Award
  Date and time will be published as soon as the winner determined
  
  
• European Coatings Show Innovation Slam
  Wednesday, 05 April 2017, 14.30 – 15.00 H (CET)
  
  
• European Coatings Show 2017 Wrap up – panel discussion with top-class experts of the industry
  Thursday, 06 April 2017, 14.30 – 15.00 H (CET)

The link directly to the live stream will be published here shortly before the European Coatings Show 2017.

Sustainability, nanotechnology, green coatings, rising prices as well as new applications of TiO2 are some of the top trends that are pushing paint and coating innovations. Nuremberg is a must event for anyone wanting to present new developments to the international coatings sector. Here are 5 good reasons why it pays to exhibit at the European Coatings Show, the world-leading exhibition for paint and coatings from 4 - 6 April 2017.

1. The World’s Innovations all in one Place
   The product spectrum at the European Coatings Show and the top-class programme of the European Coatings Show Conference meet the needs of the coatings market 100%. Whether they work in the automotive, construction chemical, mechanical engineering, aerospace or shipbuilding industry, formulators, process engineers, quality managers and buyers from all over the world are looking for the right raw materials, equipment and technologies. So as an exhibitor at the European Coatings Show you can be sure to meet the right decision-makers.
2. The European Coatings Show as Industry Barometer
   The statistics from the past impressively show the importance of the European Coatings Show as world-leading exhibition: 54% of the exhibition visitors came from the European Union, 16% from the rest of Europe, 22% from Australia/Oceania, Asia and Africa, and 8% from America. 90% of the exhibitors in 2015 expected noticeable follow-up business, 98% reached their major target groups and 99% praised the professional competence of the visitors on their stand. Innovations will essentially determine future growth in the coatings sector. Make sure you get a large piece of the action by presenting your new products at the European Coatings Show.
3. Inspiration for tomorrow’s Surface Finishes
   Meetings, deadlines and pressure of costs. Developers and process managers often have no time for detailed thoughts about tomorrow’s surface finishes during their daily work. Be part of the show in 2017, inspire the coatings community by presenting your groundbreaking innovations and discuss new trends and technologies on equal terms with the specialists.
4. Create Networks and Trust
   Visitors want to meet the crème de la crème at the European Coatings Show. They would like to discuss the possibilities for new recipes, update on the latest processes and equipment technologies, and profit from exchanging views with colleagues. More than 90% of them are involved in procurement decisions in their company. So use the opportunity to create expert networks in Nuremberg and convince the decision-makers of the benefits of your products and solutions in a personal atmosphere.
5. Technology Location Nuremberg
   Located at the heart of Europe, the technology location Nuremberg is easy and quick to reach via the motorway network, rail network and European flight network. The exhibition centre and old town centre are only a few minutes away from the main rail station and airport by public transport. Be enchanted by the unique atmosphere of this thousand-year-old city, which was world-famous for its craft skills in medieval times and still promotes this heritage today, for example in the Centre of Excellence for New Materials in the Nuremberg Metropolitan Region.

Being there pays off

Establish promising contacts and acquire new orders – use European Coatings Show as a marketing tool. We will bring you closer to your objectives.

Enter into conversation

European Coatings Show provides the perfect setting for getting to know potential customers, clients and business partners from the area of paints. Approach your future projects with a good network and achieve more.

Be a Topic of Discussion

Leave a good impression: present your company and your products at European Coatings Show. As a first-class industry get-together, European Coatings Show is also extremely well-received by the media. Thus, your innovations will receive the attention that they deserve.

Your Perfect Exhibition Appearance

• The pros` tips and tricks for a brilliant exhibition appearance: Recommendations of the AUMA (Association of the German Trade Fair Industry)
• The exhibition booth – the showcase for your company: detailed information on stand construction

We will support you with the individual planning and design of your exhibition stand. Furthermore, around 30 service partners will be there to support you with a successful exhibition appearance.

Your options:

• Configurate a complete rental stand online
• Book a custom-tailored stand from NürnbergMesse
• Plan your exhibition appearance with your own stand construction company

Design your complete rental stand online with our exhibition stand configurator

A complete stand is the cost-effective alternative to an individual stand. The smart modular system provides a lot of scope for your design ideas and offers you simple complete solutions.

Skilfully present your company and your products and select the right components for your stand:

• exhibition stands in various price categories, different sizes, colours and forms
• fully equipped with furnishings, cubicle, lighting, power connections plus stand cleaning
• variable graphic and functional elements