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Post-Show Press Release

7 Oct 2016

 

Indonesia Furniture Players Eye High Technology Investments at IFMAC & WOODMAC 2016

 

The 5th International Furniture Manufacturing Components Exhibition (IFMAC) and Woodworking Machinery Exhibition (WOODMAC) strengthened its mark as Indonesia’s leading events for the industries, providing valuable new technologies from international manufacturers and brands. The exhibitions delivered 3 days of robust business interactions for all involved in uplifting Indonesia’s dynamic furniture manufacturing and woodworking sectors amidst its shift towards a technology-based industry.

 

Showcasing their latest machinery and products, participation from 282 exhibiting companies from 23 countries unveiled new perspectives for local businesses to enhance their furniture manufacturing capabilities. Over 11.000 trade visitors got a first-hand look at various furniture and woodworking machinery, accessories, assembly tools and components, raw materials and solutions for interior works, adhesives, abrasive, paint, coatings and fitting needs. Apart from delivering a robust one-stop sourcing and information experience for visitors, the seminar entitled ‘Optimizing Productivity through Technology Implementation & Design’ augmented the exhibition to highlight issues on future design trends as well as opportunities for market players to optimize computer-automated systems and technologies to improve manufacturing processes.

 

Strong Participation from International and Leading Brands

Mrs Rini Sumardi, Director of PT Wahana Kemalaniaga Makmur (WAKENI) extended her appreciation for the many support the exhibitions received noting that, “IFMAC & WOODMAC 2016 was proud to host reputable companies such as Boarke, Alpha Utama, Biesse, Felder, who respectively had recorded multiple participation at the exhibitions. This year, the exhibition floor space increased by 40% to 8.325 sqm as compared to the previous year. The total number of international exhibitors for this year also rose by 42%, strengthening the exhibition’s position as the preferred platform for businesses to enter the Indonesian market.” This year, IFMAC & WOODMAC put greater spotlight on the accessories and fittings segments with companies like Kingslide, A-Zum and Titus whose Representative from Slovenia, Mr Chris Tate said that, “we brought our latest top-grade products to meet the increasing demand in Indonesia.” As market opportunities abound in Indonesia, Mr Tizino Ascari from Italy who visited the show for the first time shared that,” I am here to find out about the market opportunities in Indonesia and am happy to see that international products are well-received here.”MrRonnie Tjiok, a local businessman was also happy to visit “a much larger exhibition with more machinery and wide range of quality products compared to (his) visit before.”

 

Recognition by Industry Players

Indonesia is a highly active and strategic market that pushes technological advancements to shape further development of its furniture manufacturing and woodworking industry. International machinery producers from Europe and other parts of the world look forward to partner local companies to boost domestic manufacturing capabilities and provide access for Indonesian companies to enter export markets. According to Mr Pierro Borroni from ACIMALL, “Indonesia is an important market and IFMAC provides solid business prospects for Italian and other international companies to reach newer buyers and sell more high-technology machines across Asia.”With the exclusive endorsement from EUMABOIS, the well-established European woodworking machinery industry organization, the exhibition received stronger boost to garner higher participation from Europe this year. Country groups also comprised of 31 new companies under the China pavilion, 11 companies representing the Taiwan Woodworking Machinery Association, 14 companies endorsed by the Taichung City Government Group, and many other companies from the Lunjiao Woodworking Machinery Association, French Timber Association, and the American Hardwood Export Council respectively. IFMAC & WOODMAC will return for its 6th edition next year from 27 to 30 September 2017.