Information
SPS - Smart Production Solutions is an international trade show focused on electric automation. The event represents a key business and procurement platform for the sector. After the conversion of SPS 2020 into a fully digital format set on 24 - 26 November, SPS 2021 will be the next in-person edition of the fair. It will take place at Messe Nuremberg on 23 - 25 November. Over 1600 companies are expected to participate in the showcase, demonstrating the latest technology and integrated solutions.
Who can you meet there
The expo gathers the leaders in the automation industry but also gives a stage to medium-sized and small companies. More than 30% of all exhibitors come from abroad - mainly from Europe and Asia. They specialise in electric drive systems and components, control, interface and sensor technology, human-machine-interface, industrial communication, mechanical infrastructure, software and IT.
Past editions
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,605 | 1,077 | 528 |
| Visitors | 63,291 | 47,939 | 15,352 |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,675 | 1,119 | 556 |
| Visitors | 70,264 | 51,136 | 19,128 |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,630 | 1,131 | 499 |
| Visitors | 65,700 | 47,546 | 18,154 |
| Total | Domestic | Foreign | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exhibitors | 1,585 | 1,037 | 548 |
| Visitors | 63,708 | 46,984 | 16,724 |
What makes it special
SPS is widely appreciated for its information value. It gives an insight into the prominent trends in smart and digital automation. Professionals benefit from the broad range of innovations and current themes evident in the exhibition halls and at the supporting events. The trade show has 4 forum formats - Automation meets IT, VDMA, ZVEI and Exhibition Forum.
What is new for SPS IPC Drives 2020
One of the most notable topics during SPS 2021 will remain Industry 4.0. Its presence will be felt everywhere - in the special display areas, presentations and lectures. Arising challenges in production technologies will be given significant attention. More details, including the forum programme, will be announced later on.
quick info
| Organiser: | Mesago Messe Frankfurt GmbH |
| Also called: | SPS IPC Drives 2020 |
| Founded: | 1990 |
| Frequency: | every year |
| Sectors: | Technologies / Automation / Electronics / Industrial equipment / Maintenance |
| Website: | SPS - Smart Production Solutions |
important facts
- 1131 German exhibitors in 2018
- 499 international exhibitors
- 136,000 sq m of exhibition area
- 47,546 German visitors
- 18,154 international visitors
- 98% of all visitors recommend SPS IPC Drives
- 94% of them plan a consequent visit
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