Exhibitor Information

Frankfurt, Germany, 15 – 18 November 2016formnext.com

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Exhibition Movie 2015

Where ideas take shape.

International exhibition and conferenceon additive technologies and tool making

From development and manufacturing all the way to the final product, formnext powered by tct showcases the process chains of the next generation. The event merges conventional and additive procedures in pursuing its focus on the fast, effective realization of new prod-uct concepts. In particular, it highlights the extraordinary potential that lies in the combina-tion of additive manufacturing and industrial tooling.

Thanks to its high level of innovation and international orientation, formnext has already proven capable of drawing experts and executives from all over the world. It also offers exhibitors the ideal platform for presenting their products and services to the right decision- makers in their target industries. At formnext, technicians, product developers, designers, and process managers mingle with executives, managing directors, and company owners. Following the »everything under one roof« concept in the state-of-the-art Hall 3 on Frank-furt’s exhibition grounds, formnext provides excellent opportunities for dynamic exchanges and great business deals.

The event’s impressive debut in 2015 laid the foundation for its push to become the leading exhibition in this innovative industry.

Exhibition topics:

– Industrial Tooling– Systems and Machines for Additive Manufacturing– Manufacturing Solutions / Machines– Materials and Components– Metrology and Sensors– Software– Services– Research and Development– Training and Qualification

Profile of formnext

International Reach

Mesago Messe Frankfurt has access to a networkof 28 subsidiaries and 50 sales representatives in 160 countries within the Messe Frankfurt Group. Therefore formnext is present in all rele-vant target markets.

Great location

With its proximity to the Frankfurt International Airport and its links to all major rail- and Auto-bahn-networks, the exhibiton center is located within one of the most important transportation hubs in Germany and Europe. Close to the exhibition center you will find a varied and upmarket infrastructure for accommodation.

Conference

The international conference at formnext is turning Frankfurt into the global forum for modern product development. On each of the four days the conference is presenting the latest technologies and possible applica-tions of additive manufacturing and their influence on product develop - ment and production.

The conference will be organised by Rapid News Publications Ltd., the company behind the tct + personalize brand who have been at the forefront of the 3D printing, additive manufacturing and product development com-munities for more than 20 years.

For further information on the conference please use the following link: formnext.com/conference

International reach of exhibitors**

52 % Exhibitors from Germany48 % Exhibitors from abroad

48 % 52 %

Facts and figures of formnext 2015

77 % of exhibitors are satisfied to very satisfied with reaching the right target groups

85 % of exhibitors are satisfied to very satisfied with the level of expertise and decision-making power

75 % of exhibitors are satisfied to very satisfied with the number of leads generated during formnext

Interest in portfolio*

Additive Technologies / 3D-Printing

Tool Making

Model Making and Prototyping

Machine Tools / Automation

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Software and Hardware

Materials / Components / Accessories

Metrology / Quality Assurance

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Training and Qualification

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Expectations of exhibitors fulfilled to the following degree**

68 %80 %

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International reach of visitors*

58 % Visitors from Germany 42 % Visitors from abroad

of them (see diagram) 76 % Europe (comprising 57% EU) 16 % Asia 6 % North America 1 % Africa 1 % Australia / Oceania

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Complimentary registration of your co-exhibitors Register your co-exhibiting partners and achieve success together.

Extensive international press and marketing activities: We will promote formnext powered by tct for you in visitor news letters,

place advertisements in trade journals and articles on relevant online portals, and publicize the event at national and international press conferences.

Complimentary visitor tickets for your clients Benefit from an unlimited number of free visitor tickets and

invite your customers to visit the fair free of charge.

Advertising opportunities Draw attention to your participation by requesting additional

promotional tools such as the event logo, internet banners and email signatures.

Comprehensive marketing services:

Make use of our marketing services and optimize your exposure to your key audience for formnext 2016:

The visitors – your target groups

Additional services on demand

Your company profile online Reach out to your potential customers with a comprehensive

company profile on the formnext homepage. This will make it easy for those interested in your products and services to find you at the event. (Basic entry is free of charge)

Sponsorships and other promotional opportunities Take advantage of the wide range of options we offer,

including promotion in the event schedule, floor graphics, banners, and anything else you need to draw attention to your presence at formnext.

Your most important manufacturing industries in one place:

Automation/Handling

Automotive EnergyConstruction and Architecture

Aviation and Aerospace

Research and Development

Dental Technology

Mechanical and Plant Engineering

Consumer Health Care

Electronic Engineering/Electronics

Domestic Appliances

Watches and Jewelry

Medical Technology

Packaging

Exhibitor Statements

MICHAEL BREME, Head of Tool Making, Audi

I’m impressed – for me, this was a very, very successful debut event. Those of us at Audi who work in tool making have a pro-found interest in the technology involved in additive processes. We see a great deal of potential in formnext, especially in the combination of additive manufacturing technologies. By employing these innovative technologies with our conventional instru-ments, we’re creating entirely new generations of tools. Meanwhile, formnext’s ability to draw a highly international audience also offers an array of opportunities to make new contacts.

TORSTEN KAIRIES, Head of Manufacturing, Logistics and Tool Making, C. Josef Lamy

We present ourselves as a company that makes tools for injection molding. In my view, formnext’s potential lies in the way it factors in the entire process chain, from initial concepts to finished production series. Whether it’s the product development process, finished articles for customers, or any of the possible production variants involved – 3D printing, metal sintering tech-niques, or forms and tools made by LAMY – this event really has everything covered.

FRANK HERZOG, CEO, Concept Laser

Concept Laser is known as one of the most cutting-edge companies in 3D metal printing. It’s not just about machine platforms, however: These days, people are talking about processes before and after the machine. In formnext, we now have an outstanding forum where we can introduce large numbers of people to our innovative, forward-thinking products in a short space of time. I believe formnext has tre-mendous potential to become a premiere exhibition and conference in additive manufacturing, especially when it comes to metal printing.

KAI WITTER, Head of Central Sales, EOS

formnext has clearly established itself as the leading event where the global additive manufacturing (AM) industry comes together. Frankfurt is also the perfect location for an international exhibition, which gives EOS one more good reason to present its entire solution portfolio here. The quality of formnext’s attendees is outstanding as well, which is exactly what the industry needs. Finally, the way the event merges AM and more traditional manufacturing processes is right in line with the latest developments.

DR. KRISTIAN ARNTZ, Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology (IPT)

For those of us at Fraunhofer, it’s important that we offer comprehensive solutions for process chains in industrial manufactur-ing. In our opinion, the most valuable aspect of formnext is the opportunity it presents to rub elbows with a great deal of cus-tomers who are really interested in integrating conventional and more cutting-edge technologies. This is a key area in which we’re also offering an array of services to the surrounding industry at the moment. For quite a few years now, tool making com-panies have been busy coming up with solutions for highly complex products. At the same time, additive technologies are now providing advantages we haven’t even begun to fully comprehend. This connection between product and production is some-thing that will become much more important than it already is in the years ahead.

RAINER LOTZ, Managing Director, Renishaw

Frankfurt is the perfect exhibition location for showing off our latest developments. Renishaw is a company that takes a very broad approach to business and operates in virtually every area of production, from optimization to the inspection of finished components. At formnext, we demonstrate the entire process chain in manufacturing, which ultimately also includes additive technologies. Through its focus on this field, formnext has succeeded in attracting a very high level of attendee quality.

STEFAN RITT, VP of Global Marketing and Communication, SLM Solutions

Formnext presents a great deal of potential for the future. First of all, attendees understand that when it comes to additive manufacturing and ongoing processing, they need both. Second, we’re telling manufacturers of lathes, milling machines, and machine tools to rest easy – we’re not looking to replace them. These two points are what the formnext exhibition and con-ference demonstrates to lasting effect. We’re also very pleased with the professional quality of those who attended. Every conversation we had was based on a specialist background, which is hardly the case at other events.

At a glance

Get in touch with us.

Sascha F. WenzlerVice PresidentPhone + 49 711 61946-561Fax + 49 711 61946-11561sascha.wenzler@mesago.com

Anja FaulhaberDeputy Head of DivisionPhone + 49 711 61946-560Fax + 49 711 61946-11560anja.faulhaber@mesago.com

Anna-Kathrin GundermannProject AssistentPhone + 49 711 61946-971Fax + 49 711 61946-11971anna.gundermann@mesago.com

Anne-Kathrin HötterProject ManagerPhone + 49 711 61946-564Fax + 49 711 61946-11564anne-kathrin.hoetter@mesago.com

Thomas RosénProject ManagerPhone + 49 711 61946-563Fax + 49 711 61946-11563thomas.rosen@mesago.com

Christoph StükerProject ManagerPhone + 49 711 61946-565Fax + 49 711 61946-11565christoph.stueker@mesago.com

Heike PfabConsultant Marketing & Sales

HHP Beratung GmbHRied 488273 Fronreute

Consultant for Mesago Messe Frankfurt GmbH Phone + 49 711 61946-562Fax + 49 711 61946-11562heike.pfab@mesago.com

Exhibition Date 15 – 18 November 2016 Opening Hours Tue – Thu 09:00 – 18:00 hrs Fri 09:00 – 17:00 hrs

Conference Date 15 – 18 November 2016Opening Hours Conference Tue – Fri 10:00 – 16:00 hrs

Space RentalRow stand 200.00 EUR/sqm Corner stand 219.00 EUR/sqmHead stand 229.00 EUR/sqmIsland stand 245.00 EUR/sqmTwo storey 115.00 EUR/sqmPrices exclude sales tax and AUMA-fee** An additional surcharge of EUR 0.60 per sqm plus sales tax will be charged on behalf and account of the Association of the German Trade Fair Industry (Auma).

Stand RentalSystem stand: from 82.00 EUR/sqm (excl. VAT.)

PackagesStart-Up Area »next generation«: 2,250.00 EUR (excl. VAT.) Small Business: 3,000.00 EUR (excl. VAT.)

For additional information please visit formnext.com!

Location Messe Frankfurt, Hall 3

Organizer

Mesago Messe Frankfurt GmbHRotebühlstraße 83 – 8570178 Stuttgart, Germany

Board of Management:Johann Thoma (Chairman), Petra Haarburger

Phone + 49 711 61946-825Fax + 49 711 61946-11971formnext@mesago.comformnext.com

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