Top 5 Laser Trade Shows for 2023

The laser industry will be hosting a number of major shows in 2023, so how can you choose the best ones to attend? We have compiled a list of five must-attend laser shows, and analyzed them according to factors such as cost, exhibitor quality, and concurrent activities. This will help industry professionals to precisely target their goals, save time and budget, and efficiently expand their industry resources.

Why do you care about the cost-performance of the laser show?

For small and medium enterprises and start-ups, participating in trade shows is not only an opportunity to learn about new technology, but also an important channel for expanding their customer base.Yet the cost of participating in such events is not low--transportation, booth fees, and the cost of materials can add up to tens or even hundreds of thousands of NT dollars.If you select the wrong show, you may end up spending a lot of money with little to show for it.Picking the right show is a technical art.

Comparing the top five laser trade shows in 2013.

Laser World of PHOTONICS CHINA.

As an event for the leading lights of the Asian optoelectronics industry, this year's show focused on industrial lasers, optical inspection and other areas.Over 1,200 companies participated, including industry leaders such as TruTech and Raycus.In addition, there will be more than 20 technical forums, which will be of interest to those who want to learn about the latest trends in R & D.The exhibition fees are high, with booths of 9 square meters costing about NT $ 30,000. It is recommended that companies with adequate budgets give priority consideration to this event.

Laser China.

The company's main focus is on precision processing and medical lasers.The majority of exhibitors are Taiwan SMEs, and the fair is a good place for companies to find suppliers and contract manufacturers.The booth fees are reasonable (US $ 1500 for 100 square feet), but the visitors are very professional, so it's best to prepare technical data and samples in advance.

Shenzhen International Laser & Smart Equipment Exhibition.

The largest laser exhibition in southern China, the highlight of the show was 3D printing and automated equipment.Many exhibitors set up demonstration areas where visitors can try out the equipment.If you want to purchase equipment, you can compare the offerings of many different companies.However, the content of the forums was more basic, and more suitable for beginners.

The International Laser Exhibition (LASER Munich).

The world's top trade show, suitable for companies wanting to open up overseas markets.They can not only make contact with customers in the US and Europe, but can also see the latest in super-precision machining and aerospace-grade laser technology.The cost of participating is high (more than NT $ 80,000 per person for booth and travel expenses), so the suggestion is that companies that already have export business should participate, while small teams trying to get a foothold in the overseas market should make the first move by going online.

The Wuhan Optics Valley Laser Expo.

The regional exhibitions are clearly an area where the advantages of the local laser cluster are most apparent.The government subsidizes a lot. The lowest booth fee is less than NT $ 10,000, and you can even apply for transportation subsidies.The low costs are appropriate for small and medium-sized businesses in Hubei and surrounding areas, and the limited resources of the big customers is more suitable for small and medium-sized companies or start-up teams to "test the waters.

How should one choose which shows to attend?

1. **Clear goals**: Are you looking for customers? To learn technology? To buy equipment? Rank your priorities.

2. Calculate the costs: Besides the cost of the booth, travel and the time spent by employees also have to be included in the budget.

3. Pre-Contact: Use the official website to contact key clients in advance.

4. Make good use of resources: Many trade shows offer free online meetings. First screen, then meet.

A few tips for saving money.

Rent booths together with upstream and downstream firms to share costs.

Sign up early: Many companies offer discounts if you sign up three months in advance.

Simplified materials: Using electronic manuals instead of paper materials is environmentally friendly and saves on shipping costs.

If you can only attend one show this year, I suggest the Munich China Optics and Laser Fair. It has a broad scope, and the resources are concentrated, so even if you're just browsing you can find a lot of good stuff.But if your budget is tight, then the Shenzhen and Wuhan shows may be a better value.