Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Exhibition

The Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Exhibition (S-FACTORY EXPO) serves as a pivotal platform dedicated to advancing smart factory development and industrial automation upgrades. The event will bring together upstream and downstream enterprises across the industry chain, showcasing cutting-edge innovations and practical solutions in the field of intelligent manufacturing, thereby helping companies chart new pathways for smart manufacturing transformation.

This edition of the exhibition will span key sectors including industrial robotics, smart warehousing, motion control, industrial software, and packaging equipment, presenting a comprehensive ecosystem that encompasses everything from automated machinery and critical components to digital management systems. Cutting-edge technologies such as collaborative robots, AGVs/AMRs, intelligent control systems, vision-based inspection, and smart logistics will be prominently featured, offering manufacturers a one-stop reference for factory planning, equipment modernization, and digital transformation.

A concurrent thematic zone dedicated to electronic smart assembly will focus on innovations in electronic manufacturing and assembly processes, showcasing end-to-end solutions ranging from basic assembly tools to advanced intelligent automated assembly systems. In addition, the exhibition will be held in synergy with NEPCON ASIA, Vision China Shenzhen, and ROBOTECH, the Intelligent Robotics Expo, creating an integrated industrial exchange ecosystem spanning electronic manufacturing, machine vision, robotics, and smart factories.

On-site, a Future Factory Experience Zone will offer real-world demonstrations of production workflows—including AGV transportation, intelligent sorting, vision-based inspection, automated packaging, and smart patrol inspections—allowing attendees to gain firsthand insights into how smart manufacturing technologies are being effectively implemented.

In alignment with industry trends and actual business needs, the exhibition will host specialized events such as the Smart Factory and AI Automation Integration Forum, the Intelligent Equipment Innovation Conference, and the Smart Logistics Innovation Summit, inviting industry experts and corporate representatives to share cutting-edge technologies, application case studies, and emerging development trajectories. Leveraging its global network of resources, the event will attract professional buyers and industry stakeholders from both domestic and international markets, fostering opportunities for market expansion and partnership building.

The Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Exhibition (S-FACTORY EXPO) will establish synergistic links with ITWA Asia Industrial Technology Exhibition, covering diverse application domains such as automotive, electronics, semiconductors, new materials, and smart vehicles, further unlocking cross-industry collaboration value.

As the wave of intelligent manufacturing accelerates, the era of the future factory is fast approaching. The Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Exhibition (S-FACTORY EXPO) looks forward to gathering with industry peers to jointly explore emerging trends in smart manufacturing and share new opportunities for industrial upgrading.

Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Exhibition tickets are e-tickets. Mainland China visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name ID verification; overseas visitors must use passport verification; Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan visitors must use their travel permit. On site, verify entry with your ID card or by scanning the e-ticket QR code.

Partial exhibitor directory and exhibitor list for Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Exhibition: 智元创新（上海）科技有限公司, 东莞市宏山自动识别技术有限公司, 深圳市联特佳精密科技有限公司, 明纬(广州)电子有限公司, 广州旭之源科技有限公司, and others. The 2026 edition is expected to feature 500+ exhibiting companies. To obtain the full exhibitor directory (including booth numbers and contact details), please visit the official exhibition website or contact Jufair.

The Exhibition Value of the Shenzhen International Smart Factory Expo

• The Shenzhen International Smart Factory and Automation Technology Expo (S-FACTORY EXPO) is Asia’s premier specialized event dedicated to smart factory solutions in the electronics manufacturing sector. Held concurrently with NEPCON Asia at the same venue, it is widely recognized within the industry as a leading indicator of smart factory technologies in South China and a pivotal platform for connecting the automation supply chain. Co-hosted by the Electronic Information Industry Branch of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade and Reed Exhibitions, the expo is rooted in the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area, serving as a gateway to the Asian market and a strategic hub linking intelligent manufacturing technologies with end‑use industries such as electronics, automotive, and semiconductors.
• The core value of participation lies in its dual attributes: a highly targeted platform that connects the entire electronics manufacturing value chain and an exceptionally concentrated pool of professional buyers. Focusing on key application areas—including consumer electronics, automotive electronics, communications electronics, semiconductor packaging and testing, and new energy—the expo showcases cutting-edge innovations and technical solutions for manufacturers. The 2026 edition is expected to span 60,000 square meters, host 800 exhibiting companies, and attract over 68,000 professional visitors, including more than 3,000 international buyers. These attendees represent critical decision‑making groups such as original equipment manufacturers, electronic manufacturing service providers, printed circuit board producers, integrated circuit makers, and touch‑screen and flat‑panel display manufacturers, providing exhibitors with a strategic opportunity to engage directly with global procurement decision‑makers.
• The expo has established a one‑stop commercial platform covering the entire smart factory value chain. Exhibits are organized into six core segments: machine vision (sensors, smart cameras, image processing systems), IoT and big data (industrial internet, cloud computing, artificial intelligence), industrial software (MES, ERP, and other factory‑integrated management solutions), industrial robots (collaborative robots, SCARA, six‑axis robots), system integration (automated production lines, smart manufacturing solutions), and intelligent warehousing and logistics (AGVs/AMRs, automated high‑bay warehouses, smart conveying systems). From core components to complete plant‑level solutions, and from traditional automation to AI‑enabled systems, the expo fosters a fully integrated industrial ecosystem.
• The expo aligns with three major industry trends—AI‑driven innovation, embodied intelligence, and flexible manufacturing—establishing a robust technological frontier through deep collaboration among industry, academia, research institutions, and end users. At the 2025 edition, robotics pioneers such as FANUC, Elite, Feixi, Jiebot, and Xinbu took to the stage together for the first time, highlighting innovative applications of AI in electronics manufacturing and exploring how AI can catalyze transformative growth. Concurrently, the “AI‑Driven Smart Factories and Automation Innovation Forum” convened, featuring in-depth discussions on topics such as the evolution and deployment of autonomous robots, the reshaping of smart manufacturing capabilities through adaptive robotics, and optimal solutions for flexible production lines powered by embodied intelligence. The expo also featured specialized zones, including a disassembly area for embodied‑intelligence robots and core components, an AI‑smart glasses teardown zone, a demonstration area for automated packaging of finished electronics, and themed exhibition spaces dedicated to flexible manufacturing and intelligent conveying. Through a three‑part format—disassembly, real‑world demonstrations, and summit sessions—the expo helps companies accurately identify emerging technology trends. Parallel forums addressed pressing issues such as the transition of industrial intelligences from “data‑driven response” to “autonomous decision‑making,” innovative applications of flexible sensing technologies in human‑robot collaboration, and end‑to‑end digitalization practices in smart warehousing for the 3C sector.
• The expo operates in synergy with seven other thematic exhibitions, including NEPCON Asia and ITWA Asia, creating cross‑industry collaborative effects. The 2026 edition is projected to bring together 3,600 high‑quality exhibitors, spanning manufacturers of SMT equipment, semiconductor packaging and testing tools, PCB production machinery, and film‑tape processing equipment, thereby addressing the urgent needs of smart factory upgrades and production line transformations. The concurrent eight‑exhibition lineup is expected to attract 3,500 domestic and international exhibitors and over 160,000 professional visitors, offering a vital window into global advanced manufacturing innovation trends.
• For Chinese enterprises, this expo serves as a strategic gateway to expand into the South China and broader Asian markets, connect with international resources, and showcase their innovative strengths. Rooted in the Greater Bay Area, the expo precisely matches buyers from the electronics, automotive, AI, semiconductor, and display sectors, efficiently linking upstream and downstream resources and closing the industrial supply‑demand loop. By coordinating with leading industry associations across Asia and Eastern Europe, and offering tailored services such as business networking and factory visits, the expo facilitates overseas client engagements. Participating companies can leverage this platform to access global core procurement networks, seizing early opportunities in the AI‑driven, flexible, and globally oriented transformation of the smart manufacturing industry.

Notable exhibitors

• Industrial Robots: FANUC, Elite Robotics, Feixi Technology, Jiebot, Youai Zhihe, Dahuan Robotics, Huacheng Industrial Control, Xinjingcheng Sensing, Turing Zhixin, Daikesi Robotics, Qingli Intelligence, Weimail, Yunfan Intelligent Control
• AI and Smart Glasses: Sichuan Yingmu Technology, Gudong Intelligent Technology, Weiku Optoelectronics, Fanjing Xingda, DPVR, United Imaging
• Core Components and Sensors: Lingtu Sensing, Xindao, Dongxin, Hongxinyu, Nantian Industrial, Jingwei Qili, Aogexin, Gengxin, Benmo Technology
• Transmission and Motion Control: Redic·Tengzhan Precision Technology, Jiebot Magnetic Drive Conveying Systems, Xinbu Technology, Huacheng Industrial Control
• Smart Warehousing and Logistics: Maili Robotics, Xiaoben Intelligence, Tie Weniu, Yongchuang Intelligence, Weihua
• Industrial Software and System Integration: Haowei Technology, Baidu Marketing (AI-Enabled Solutions)
• Automated Packaging and Flexible Manufacturing: Gerun Intelligent Equipment, Desen Precision Equipment, Aibete Electronic Technology, Kangtaida Intelligent Technology, Baiyimei Technology
• Industrial Control Motherboards and Hardware: Xinbu Technology
• End-User Manufacturing Enterprises: Zhiyuan Robotics, Youai Zhihe Robotics, Jiebot Robotics, Elite Robotics, Feixi Technology, FANUC Robotics