PaintExpo 2026 unveils the latest innovations in coating technology and automation

PaintExpo 2026 once again gears up to showcase the latest innovations and boost the coating sector. One of the most awaited industrial trade shows, PaintExpo is set to kick off on April 14 and turn Karlsruhe the central hub for the international industrial coatings sector for the four dedicated days.

Over 420 manufacturers of equipment and components, materials developers, service providers and end-users from a wide range of industries come together here to showcase the latest technologies, new processes and practical solutions for industrial coating processes. “As the world’s leading trade fair for the industry, PaintExpo sets the international standard. Companies develop their world-first innovations specifically for their debut in Karlsruhe, where they showcase the future direction of technologies and processes. “What’s more, at 52 per cent, the proportion of international exhibitors is higher than ever,” explains Markus Geisenberger, Managing Director of Leipziger Messe.

The focus of the evnet this year includes state-of-the-art plant concepts, sustainable technologies, and efficient, high-performance production processes. The wide spectrum of products extends from spray guns, equipment and materials to automation technology.

PaintExpo thus offers not only a platform for technological highlights, but also for in-depth professional exchange. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage directly with experts, discuss individual challenges and jointly develop new solutions.

With its clear focus on innovation, sustainability and practical relevance, the trade fair will once again provide important impetus for the future of the industry in 2026. The organisers look forward to welcoming numerous exhibitors and trade visitors to Karlsruhe and experiencing four exciting days at the fair together.

The world’s leading trade fair covers the entire process chain of industrial coating technology – from pre-treatment, liquid coating and powder coating, through application and conveyor technology, to automation, quality control and environmentally friendly processes. Trade visitors from sectors such as the automotive industry, mechanical and plant engineering, metalworking, electronics, contract coating and many other fields will thus gain a concise overview of technological developments and practical applications for their production processes.

“In addition to the exhibition, the main focus is on the direct transfer of knowledge.” “Many exhibitors use the trade fair not only to showcase their technologies, but also to demonstrate them in action,” explains Carmen Bender, Project Director of PaintExpo. Live demonstrations, short presentations and interactive sessions at the exhibition stands allow visitors to experience processes first-hand and engage in conversation with experts from the fields of development, application engineering and production.

Source: PaintExpo

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