SURFEX: SURFACE TREATMENT TECHNOLOGIES EXHIBITION

SURFEX EXHIBITION RANGE:

• Painting and protective coatings: Modern painting technologies, powder and wet coating, and advanced anti-corrosion systems.
• Galvanization and thermo-chemical treatment: Innovative electrolytic and thermal processes that increase the hardness and resistance of materials.
• Solutions for transport and construction: Technologies dedicated to manufacturers of vehicles, ships, rolling stock, and large-scale steel structures.
• Infrastructure and heavy construction: Equipment for paint shops, galvanizing plants, paint wholesalers, and modern substances for surface preparation.
• Devices and process chemistry: Equipment for paint shops, galvanizing plants, paint wholesalers, and modern substances for surface preparation.

At the SURFEX Exhibition, theory gives way to practice. This is a space where you can see how chemical and mechanical processes transform raw metal into a finished, protected product.

"Live" Painting Demonstrations

• See surface preparation and professional painting processes in action. Direct contact with technology allows you to evaluate coating quality, application precision, and the efficiency of modern spray systems.

Eco-Innovations: Future without compromises

• We present breakthrough solutions in galvanization and thermo-chemical treatment that combine maximum effectiveness with care for the planet. Discover technologies that minimize carbon footprint and resource consumption.
• We present a full cross-section: from proven machine tool designs to futuristic laser systems and process automation that guarantee unprecedented speed and precision.

From small details to large-scale structures

• The SURFEX Exhibition covers the full spectrum: from precision coatings for bathroom fittings and screws to protection technologies for fuel tanks, ship hulls, and viaducts.

BENEFITS FOR VISITORS

By visiting the SURFEX Exhibition, you gain access to knowledge that directly translates into the quality and competitiveness of your finished products.

Comprehensive overview of technology and knowledge

• Innovations at your fingertips: Compare offers from paint manufacturers, galvanic line suppliers, and mechanical processing equipment in one place.
• Durability for years: Learn how modern coatings increase your products' resistance to corrosion and mechanical damage.
• Free consultations: Get advice from experts on optimizing painting lines and adapting processes to stringent environmental standards.
• Effective market research: Find paint suppliers, repair shops, and service providers your company needs in just a few days.
• Practical experience: Evaluate the final effect of different processing techniques on finished samples and during live demonstrations.

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BENEFITS FOR EXHIBITORS

Exhibition space in the SURFEX Exhibition is an investment that guarantees access to a wide range of recipients from the most demanding industrial sectors.

Maximizing reach and effective sales

• Access to multiple industries: Your clients will be manufacturers of machinery, tools, transport equipment, construction companies, galvanizing plants, and metal product manufacturers.
• The power of live presentation: Show the effectiveness of your painting systems or process chemistry in a dynamic trade fair environment.
• Building an expert image: Present your technologies as ecological and innovative solutions that respond to modern industrial challenges.
• Direct B2B leads: Establish contacts with those responsible for maintaining infrastructure requiring durable surface treatment.
• Networking in the supply chain: Meet metal component suppliers looking for proven subcontractors in the field of surface treatment.

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ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE

SURFEX: SURFACE TREATMENT TECHNOLOGIES EXHIBITION is one of the four thematic showrooms of ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE, the largest and most significant industrial trade fair in this part of Europe.

It fits perfectly into the flagship offer of ITM: INNOVATIONS, TECHNOLOGIES, MACHINES. The event consists not only of extensive exhibition stands but also numerous conferences, debates, and training sessions. Every year, the four-day ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE program is built on the knowledge of experienced experts and supported by leading organizations, associations, and institutions of the industrial sector. ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE is the most important meeting place for the exchange of technological experiences among leaders in the innovation sector.

World-class exhibitors in the fields of production automation, metallurgy, and metalworking, modern machinery and technologies, an extensive program of accompanying events, and a unique atmosphere – all this makes the ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE trade fair a mandatory point in the calendar for professionals looking for current trends from key industrial branches.

THEMATIC SHOWROOMS OF ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE:

• AUTOMA – Automation, Robotics and Pneumatics Exhibition
• MACH-TOOL – Machine Tools Exhibition
• SURFEX – Surface Treatment Technologies Exhibition
• WELDING – Welding Innovation Exhibition

THEMATIC ZONES:

• COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS ZONE
• PNEUMAT GAME ZONE
• DBR 77 ZONE
• SAFETY ZONE

ITM INDUSTRY EUROPE EXHIBITION SCOPE:

• Metal cutting • Tools • Industrial metrology • Metal forming • Lasers • Welding • Foundry and metallurgy • Industrial robots and manipulators • Industrial automation • Pneumatics, hydraulics, drives • Surface treatment technologies • Additive technologies • Other specialized machinery and equipment • Industrial occupational safety • Software • Industry organizations and institutions • Specialized publishers

Organizer: Grupa MTP

Venue: Poznań International Fair

Date: 26-29.05.2026

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