International fringe programme added value for participants by introducing innovative technologies
ISH China & CIHE – China International Trade Fair for Sanitation, Heating, Ventilation & Air-Conditioning has once again demonstrated its significance within the HVAC and plumbing community, reconfirming its role as the most influential platform in Asia. The 2015 show was held from 13 – 15 May at Beijing’s New China International Exhibition Center.
Organised by Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd and Beijing B & D Tiger Exhibition Co Ltd, the fair attracted a record-breaking 1,119 exhibitors from 21 countries and regions and 46,836 visitors from 50 countries and regions this year, resulting in a 12% and 13.6% increase respectively from 2014. The top 10 visiting countries and regions include Korea, Russia, Italy, Mongolia, Turkey, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Iran.
Commenting on the success of the fair, Mr Richard Li, General Manager, Messe Frankfurt (Shanghai) Co Ltd, noted: “One of the highlighted themes at the 2015 edition is intelligent technologies. With the Chinese government’s implementation of the Internet Plus strategy, many exhibitors at the fair showcased their latest intelligent HVAC products and solutions, particularly within the smart home and building automation sectors. Evolving closely with market trends, ISH China and CIHE is constantly broadening its product range. I am confident that the show will continue to serve as a first-choice platform in Asia and showcase more diversified products.”
Mr Li Hongbo, General Manager, Beijing B & D Exhibition Co Ltd remarked: “This year, the show covers a whopping 90,000 sqm of exhibition space, a 5.9 % increase compared to last year. Furthermore, I am also extremely pleased with the visitor results we achieved this year, especially for the newly added hall E4, which was dedicated to comfort living and new energies. I believe the fair will keep growing, and continue to attract more visitors worldwide.”
With the support of government and industry associations, country and regional pavilions that participated this year were from Germany, Italy, Turkey and the Zhejiang province of China. Pavilion participation adds value to the show by bringing companies to showcase their innovative products and technologies. Italian pavilion supporter, Mr Antonino Laspina, Trade Commissioner for the Italian Trade Commission (ICE), noted: “With the Chinese market demanding products with higher build quality, the Beijing fair acts as a gateway for Italian companies to tap the increasing needs for high-quality and technologically-innovative products.”
The Turkish pavilion supporter, Mr S. Zeki Poyraz, Chairman for the Turkish HVAC-R Industry Exporters Union (iSiB) shared similar sentiments. He expressed: “I see big potential in the Chinese market and am confident that more and more Turkish companies can benefit from this well-established platform. We will continue to bring more Turkish companies to the Beijing fair.”
Exhibitors also expressed unanimous praise for the fair’s ability to attract quality visitors. Wavin Asia Pacific, a loyal exhibitor from Germany, praised their results at the fair. Mr Klaas van de Poppe, Regional Managing Director Asia Pacific of the company, stated: “At the 2015 edition we met with engineers, designers, property developers, consultants and distributors, all of which are our target buyers. ISH China and CIHE is a very important and professional trading platform for our company and we cannot afford to miss this annual event.”
Intelligent and energy-efficient HVAC products were fair highlights
The increasing demand for intelligent products, which provide comfort living and satisfy energy-efficient goals, is currently one of the main driving forces for China’s economy. ISH China & CIHE provides a comprehensive platform to showcase the latest intelligent and energy-efficient HVAC products and compile professional forums for exchanging market intelligence.
Third-time visitor Mr Zhang Qiang, Technical Development Manager from Macro Gas Appliance Co Ltd, commented: “Intelligent technology is this year’s emerging trend, particularly for smart controls. What caught my attention was an integrated terminal control technology. The show enabled me to understand the special features offered by various suppliers from across the world. It is highly worthy for me to come back again.”
Mr Yin Zhiqiang, Technical Director from Guangzhou Golcom Energy Conservation Co Ltd, a speaker at the iHVAC - intelligent HVAC technologies session, mentioned: “Through the cooperation with ISH China & CIHE, the Chinese National Standardisation Committee for Digital Techniques of Intelligent Building and Residence Community was able to utilise this trading platform to help manufacturers and users gain deeper understanding of the BACnet protocol. For manufacturers, the protocol is expected to enhance industry development within the Chinese market.”
International fringe programme added value for participants by introducing innovative technologies
Over 50 concurrent events addressing the most relevant issues of the HVAC and plumbing industry in China also added to the show’s success. Featured were the inaugural iHVAC – China International HVAC Congress, The 2nd China International Building Water Supply and Drainage Forum and others. Some of the industry’s most influential experts and scholars were invited to share their views on the latest market trends and industry news.
Mr Andreas Luecke, Chief Executive Officer for the Federation of German Heating Industry (BDH), co-organisers for the iHVAC – China International HVAC Congress, was one of the speakers at the Renewable Energies & Heating Technologies session. He said: “Energy efficiency and development of renewable energies are currently the developing trends for HVAC industries in China. This new trend will further boost development and create new opportunities in the market. As one of the most important heating and ventilating trading platforms in Asia, I am proud to witness the continuous growth in both show size and participants from across the world.”
The co-organiser of the China International Building Water Supply and Drainage Forum was Mr Gao Feng, Senior Engineer of the Chief Engineer’s office (MEP) for the China Architecture Design & Research Group Architecture Design General Institute. He expressed: “The forum aims to help designers understand the latest policies, information, technologies and products in the rainwater management industry. The concurrent events also serve as a networking platform to connect with leading international brands. ISH China and CIHE is the best of its kind in terms of scale, management and exhibitor quality.”
Returning attendee, Mr Cao Tixiang, Chief Engineer from the Harbin Heating Company, appreciates the wealth of information offered at the show’s concurrent events. He said: “The topics I was most interested in include reducing temperature of return water in central heating systems and the renewable energy policies for district heating in Denmark in the iHVAC – China International HVAC Congress. The concurrent events were not only informative but also presented a good platform for business interactions.”
ISH China & CIHE is headed by the biennial ISH event in Frankfurt, the world’s leading trade fair for the Bathroom Experience, Building, Energy, Air-Conditioning Technology and Renewable Energies, taking place from 14 – 18 March 2017 in Frankfurt, Germany. And the next ISH China & CIHE will be held in May 2016.
Furthermore, the next edition of ISH Shanghai & CIHE is scheduled to take place from 23 – 25 September 2015, concurrently with Shanghai Intelligent Building Technology Fair, Building Solar China and Shanghai International Lighting Fair at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. For more information, please visit www.ishc-cihe.com or email info@ishc-cihe.com.
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