Central Plains (Zhengzhou) Medical Device Exhibition

The 48th Central China Medical Equipment Exhibition (CWMEE 2026 Spring) was successfully held from March 23 to 25 at the Zhengzhou International Convention & Exhibition Center. Hosted by Informa Markets and organized by Zhengzhou Haobo Tarsus Exhibition Co., Ltd., this edition upheld market-oriented, professional, and international standards, covering the entire medical industry chain and comprehensively showcasing the latest medical technological advances and innovative products from both domestic and international sources.

Exhibition Area and Exhibitor Scale Reach New Highs. This year’s event utilized multiple halls within the Zhengzhou International Convention & Exhibition Center, with a total exhibition space of 50,000 square meters. Over 1,500 renowned enterprises from home and abroad participated, presenting products spanning medical imaging, in vitro diagnostics, medical electronics, infection control and sterilization, medical consumables, rehabilitation and elderly care, smart healthcare, hospital construction, and other segments of the industry chain. The overall scale of the exhibition continued to expand compared to previous editions, establishing itself as the flagship event for the central China medical and health sector and serving as a pivotal platform for industry collaboration and the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies.

Significant Growth in Visitor Numbers and Professionalism. The exhibition attracted more than 60,000 professional visitors, including procurement decision-makers from hospitals across Henan Province and neighboring regions such as Shandong, Hebei, Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Hubei, as well as medical device distributors, agents, and heads of rehabilitation and elderly care facilities—representing all channels of purchasing activity. The high level of decision-making authority among these professionals provided exhibitors with an invaluable opportunity to engage directly with end-users and expand their presence in the central China market.

Exhibitor Portfolio Demonstrates Leadership and Specialization. Internationally, global industry giants such as Mindray, Siemens Healthineers, Johnson & Johnson Medical, Medtronic, and Philips Healthcare were all present; leading domestic brands likewise showcased innovative products. Wanmai Medical, together with its local agent Henan Jukang Medical Device Co., Ltd., made a striking debut with its “Comprehensive Sleep-Respiration Solution,” demonstrating a closed-loop system that integrates sleep‑respiration diagnosis, standardized treatment, and long-term health management. Their DF sleep‑respiration device features ultra-quiet operation, intelligent algorithmic sensing, and a user-friendly design, earning widespread acclaim from attendees. Leveraging its deep understanding of the local market, Henan Jukang provided meticulous consultations and services, making their collaborative efforts a standout highlight of the booth.

Shichuang Information unveiled its full lineup of smart medical devices, focusing on three core product categories: an intelligent workstation covering the entire physical examination process, an AI‑based traditional Chinese medicine diagnostic system (including AI tongue‑diagnosis and pulse‑diagnosis tools paired with smart health watches), and portable health‑monitoring devices. The company also presented a comprehensive digital health ecosystem, encompassing basic public health service platforms, chronic disease management systems, psychological CT scanners, and emergency medical information services, highlighting its extensive expertise in integrating AI and big data technologies into healthcare applications.

Saiford Medical, a manufacturer with 30 years of experience in medical and elderly‑care furniture, brought its core product portfolio to the show, featuring nurse stations, treatment cabinets, medical record carts, various types of medicine cabinets, manually adjustable double‑crank hospital beds, and accompanying chairs. Backed by a 100,000‑square‑meter factory, a dedicated R&D team, and numerous authoritative certifications and patented technologies, Saiford remains committed to its mission of “making healthcare warmer,” offering one‑stop medical furniture solutions to healthcare institutions.

Hangzhou Zhengda Medical Device Co., Ltd. exhibited key products in the fields of rehabilitation therapy and operating room equipment, including lower‑limb joint rehabilitation devices, hemostatic instruments, air pressure wave therapy machines, and shockwave therapy devices. The company noted that interactions at the show yielded valuable feedback from frontline clinicians and market insights from distribution channels, providing important references for future product improvements.

Diverse Highlights Focus on Smart and Precision Medicine. This year’s exhibition closely followed industry trends, emphasizing three major developments: first, the rapid proliferation of smart medical devices—from intelligent sleep‑respiration solutions to AI‑powered tongue‑ and pulse‑diagnosis systems—reshaping the delivery of healthcare services through digital innovation; second, accelerated domestic innovation in medical devices, exemplified by Shichuang Information’s intelligent workstation for comprehensive physical exams and AI‑enabled TCM diagnostic tools, underscoring China’s independent R&D capabilities in AI‑driven medical technology; third, the professional upgrading of hospital construction and medical furniture, as demonstrated by Saiford Medical’s one‑stop furniture solutions, reflecting human‑centered design and functional optimization in healthcare spaces.

Strong Industry Response and Positive Feedback. Wanmai Medical stated that this participation marked an important milestone in deepening cooperation with its local agent and jointly expanding into the Central China market, gaining broad recognition and valuable partnership opportunities through in-depth exchanges with industry peers. Shichuang Information emphasized that exhibiting at the Central China Medical Equipment Show not only showcased its technological achievements and product strength but also provided a crucial opportunity to strengthen ties with regional healthcare stakeholders and collaboratively pursue development. Overall, participating companies reported high-quality professional buyers, clear purchasing intentions, and a vibrant atmosphere of business negotiations during the event.