Overview of the 2024 edition of Flowtech China

Crowds of attendees explore exhibits at the 2024 Shanghai Pump and Valve Expo.

Setting New Standards in the Industry

The 2024 Flowtech China, acclaimed as the largest event of its kind, lived up to its reputation by showcasing the pinnacle of industry innovation and expertise. This year’s event, held over three days, marked a significant milestone with record-breaking data that highlights the exhibition’s growing impact and relevance.

Occupying an expansive 60,000 square meters, the exhibition covered the entire pump and valve industry. It attracted 909 exhibitors from around the globe, demonstrating the event’s international appeal and comprehensive scope. This year’s participation exceeded expectations, underscoring the exhibition’s status as a premier platform for industry professionals.

The 12th edition of Flowtech China saw a remarkable turnout, drawing 56,345 professional buyers. These attendees represented a wide array of sectors, including water companies, sewage treatment plants, design institutes, municipal and construction firms, environmental engineering companies, distribution agents, and industrial terminals. Notably, the event also welcomed 4,327 international buyers, setting a new record for overseas participation and enhancing the event’s global footprint.

The exhibition served as a highly international, forward-looking, and professional trade event. It provided an innovative platform for “pump and valve people” worldwide to engage in meaningful exchanges, explore cutting-edge technologies, and forge valuable connections. The event’s success underscores its role as a catalyst for industry advancement and its commitment to quality and efficiency.

As Flowtech China continues to grow, it remains a critical venue for industry stakeholders to stay abreast of the latest developments, trends, and innovations. The event’s ability to attract a diverse and international audience highlights its importance and the dynamic nature of the pump and valve industry.

Environmental engineers and industry professionals can look forward to future editions of the exhibition, which promise to deliver even greater opportunities for learning, networking, and collaboration in this vital sector.

Crowds of attendees explore exhibits at the 2024 Shanghai Pump and Valve Expo.

Global Brands Showcase Their Prowess

The 2024 edition of Flowtech China once again demonstrated its unparalleled status by attracting an impressive roster of 909 high-quality domestic and international brands. This year’s event featured industry leaders such as Grundfos, Wilo, Bentech, Pedro, Jose, TTV, Aichuange, Rotork, Duco, Rovadi, Kaiquan, Leo, New Territory, Dayuan, Dafu, Zed, Guanlong, and Hugong, all competing on the same stage. The exhibition continues to make significant strides in scale, quality, and industry influence.

Over its three-day duration, the exhibition drew a remarkable 56,345 professional attendees from more than 100 countries and regions. This included 4,327 overseas buyers, contributing to a 19% year-on-year increase in professional audience numbers. The event has firmly established itself as an annual must-attend gathering for industry professionals, fostering a vibrant environment for networking, knowledge exchange, and business development.

Flowtech China is not just a showcase of products but a celebration of the industry’s innovation and quality. The presence of leading global brands underscores the exhibition’s role as a key platform for demonstrating cutting-edge technologies and solutions. It highlights the continuous advancements and the competitive spirit driving the industry forward.

With its growing scale and influence, Flowtech China is set to remain a cornerstone event for the industry. Participants and attendees can look forward to future editions that promise even more opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. This exhibition continues to elevate standards, offering a unique space where the brightest minds and most innovative companies converge.

Crowds of attendees explore exhibits at the 2024 Shanghai Pump and Valve Expo.

Connecting Global Buyers: SVIP Matching Service at the 2024 Flowtech China

This year’s edition has set a new benchmark in facilitating global trade through its SVIP matching service. Created by the organizers of WieTec, this service aims to provide a precise, efficient, and diversified procurement and communication platform for professional buyers. WieTec’s “Thousands of Buyers Supply and Demand Matching Meeting” exemplifies this initiative, tailoring the exhibition experience to meet specific purchasing needs and fostering deeper exchanges between suppliers and buyers.

A Tailor-Made Experience for Buyers

At the heart of this effort is the meticulous matching of exhibitors to buyers based on detailed buying requirements. The exhibition hall, featuring over 10,000 suppliers, offers a rich array of options, enabling buyers to find exactly what they need. This approach not only enhances the purchasing experience but also encourages in-depth dialogues between supply and demand, transforming the way buyers interact with suppliers.

Targeted Invitations and High-Level Engagement

In the lead-up to the exhibition, the organizers conducted a demand-oriented outreach to attract buyers from a variety of sectors, including domestic and international distributors, traders, engineering firms, and design agencies. This strategic invitation process brought executives responsible for engineering, procurement, equipment, and technology to the exhibition for face-to-face meetings and procurement discussions.

The exhibition’s SVIP matching service successfully drew 4,578 VIP industry buyers to the event, including 419 from overseas. This high-level engagement resulted in more than 1,800 online and offline purchasing matches, underscoring the effectiveness of the targeted matchmaking efforts. These interactions provided buyers with a streamlined, effective, and highly personalized procurement process, enhancing the overall value of the exhibition.

Flowtech China continues to elevate the global trade experience by connecting professional buyers with the right suppliers through innovative services like the SVIP matching. This initiative not only boosts efficiency but also fosters meaningful connections, driving forward the industry’s growth and development.

This year’s edition showcased the expertise and leadership of over a thousand industry professionals, gathering the best minds to steer the sector into a new era of high-quality development. This year’s event, in collaboration with WieTec, partnered with more than 100 industry authorities and senior media outlets to deliver an unparalleled platform for knowledge exchange and innovation.

High-level summits and discussions in progress at the 2024 Pump and Valve Exhibition.

High-End Forums and Hot Topics

The exhibition featured over 80  high-end forums, addressing nearly 1,000 pressing topics within the industry. Key areas of focus included “smart water management,” “pipeline network leakage,” “urban water system sustainability,” “high-quality drinking water safety,” “water supply and drainage,” “chemical medicine,” “energy-saving services,” and “wastewater treatment.” These discussions attracted 7,386 industry professionals, fostering an environment ripe for exploring future trends, promoting technical exchanges, and encouraging cooperation.

By concentrating on these critical issues, Flowtech China has become a catalyst for industry transformation. The event provided a unique opportunity for professionals to delve into cutting-edge technologies, share best practices, and collaborate on solutions that drive the sector forward. The successful convening of experts and the high level of engagement underscore the exhibition’s role in shaping the future of the pump and valve industry.

As we look ahead to the next year, the 13th Flowtech China is set to take place at the National Exhibition and Convention Center from June 3 to 5, 2025. This upcoming event promises to build on the success of 2024, continuing to gather the industry’s brightest minds and most innovative companies.

The organizers extend their heartfelt thanks to all participants and supporters of the 2024 exhibition. Your presence and contributions made the event a stunning success, bringing the beauty of early summer to life and creating a unique landscape of innovation and collaboration. As we embark on a new journey, we eagerly anticipate meeting you again in 2025 to collectively write the next chapter in the development of the pump and valve industry.

Environmental engineers and industry professionals, mark your calendars and prepare for another year of groundbreaking exchanges and advancements.