CENS Takes Taiwan Hardware Excellence to the World Stage

Taiwan's hardware industry has built a strong global reputation through its fasteners and hand tools, often regarded as the nation’s “hidden champions.” In 2023, Taiwan’s fastener exports reached a remarkable $4.6 billion, securing the third position worldwide, while hand tools exports hit $3.78 billion, ranking Taiwan as the fifth largest in the world and a leading hand tool supplier. These products primarily serve advanced markets, including the U.S., Europe, and Japan.

To support Taiwan’s suppliers in diversifying their export markets and boosting export momentum, Economic Daily News/CENS has taken an active role across major international hardware exhibitions—from Shanghai, China to Cologne, Germany. With a professional publishing team on site, CENS distributes industry magazines and offers real-time matchmaking services, ensuring that Taiwan’s high-quality and competitively priced products capture the attention of global buyers.

EISENWARENMESSE - International Hardware Fair (2024/03/03~2024/03/06)

The EISENWARENMESSE - International Hardware Fair, held in Cologne from March 3 to 6, 2024, reaffirmed its status as the essential global business and networking platform for the hardware industry. Returning to its regular March schedule after a special autumn edition in 2022, the fair featured over 3,200 exhibitors from 54 countries, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in tools, industrial supply, fastening technology, building supplies, and home improvement. Despite widespread public transport strikes, 38,000 trade visitors from 133 countries made their way to Cologne.

As a prominent voice in the industry, Economic Daily News/CENS made a significant impact at the show by offering its exclusive publications, including Taiwan Hand Tools, Taiwan Industrial Suppliers (TIS), and, for this occasion, publishing the special “Taiwan Hardware Show Express 2024”. These publications delivered essential insights and the latest supplier information from Taiwan, serving as a key resource for international buyers looking to connect with top Taiwanese manufacturers.

National Hardware Show (2024/03/26~2024/03/28)

National Hardware Show (NHS) has grown from its beginnings in New York during the post-World War II housing boom, through its Chicago phase in the 1970s, to its current home in Las Vegas. NHS is now the industry’s premier event, providing comprehensive opportunities for networking, education, and product showcases.

The 2024 edition of NHS introduced popular new exhibitor categories, including Gifts, Hobby, Craft, Sporting Goods, and Services & Solutions, alongside crowd-favorite sections such as BBQ & Grills, Outdoor & Garden, Building, Electrical, and more. The almost sold-out show floor offered attendees a broad array of products and services defining the future of the industry.

Moreover, industry professionals such as carpenters, electricians, general contractors, handypeople, HVAC technicians, landscapers, makers, masons, painters, plumbers, remodelers, and more were invited to connect, gain valuable insights, and explore strategies for business growth through various educational and networking sessions.

Taiwan International Fastener Show (2024/06/05~2024/06/07)

Organized by the International Trade Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs (TITA), Fastener Taiwan 2024 concluded successfully on June 7 as Taiwan’s only international B2B fastener show. Serving as a premier platform for sourcing and procurement, the event showcased a full range of fastener products, reinforcing Taiwan's reputation as the "Kingdom of Screws."

This year’s exhibition was divided into three main sections: the new “Materials, Moulds, and Tools Area,” the “Nuts, Bolts & Screws Area,” and the “Machinery & Manufacturing Area.” Together, these areas attracted 300 exhibitors across 1,000 booths.

The show highlighted Taiwan's well-integrated fastener supply chain, with many local industry players based in central Taiwan, including Taichung, Changhua, and Nantou. This concentrated industrial cluster offers buyers the added convenience of visiting supplier factories after the exhibition, providing substantial business networking opportunities and enhancing the regional supply chain advantage.

International Hardware Expo Taiwan x Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo (2024/10/16~2024/10/18)

Setting a new record, the 2024 International Hardware Expo Taiwan x Taiwan International Tools & Hardware Expo (IHT x TiTE 2024) brought together over 300 exhibitors from Taiwan and around the world, spanning a 7,000-square-meter exhibition area. The event attracted more than 500 international buyers, primarily targeting mid-to-high-end markets in the U.S., Japan, South Korea, Germany, and Switzerland, among others, and drew over 20,000 visitors in total, creating abundant business opportunities.

Under the theme "Net Zero Manufacturing, Dual-Track Transformation," this year's expo highlighted the Taiwanese hardware industry's dedication to low-carbon, sustainable innovation. Exhibits spanned a wide range of categories, including Tools & Accessories, Fasteners & Fittings, Automotive Parts & Maintenance Equipment, Garden, Outdoor, Agricultural & DIY Products, Building & Locks, Metal Processing Equipment & Work Safety, and Smart Manufacturing.

This grand event received high attention from industry, government, academia, and research sectors. Lai Liang-Tzu, Chairman of the Taiwan Hand Tools Manufacturers' Association, stated: "The IHT x TiTE Taiwan International Hardware Industry Exhibition consolidates the strengths of various sectors in Taiwan and represents the international exhibition for Taiwan's hardware and hand tools industry. We continually innovate and adapt to global demand changes, using the resilient ecosystem concept as a key strategy for promoting hand tools products worldwide. Through a strategy of connecting larger and smaller enterprises, we present Taiwan's strong hardware industry capabilities to global buyers."

China International Hardware Show (2024/10/21~2024/10/23)

The China International Hardware Show (CIHS) 2024, organized by the China National Hardware Association and Koelnmesse, hosts over 2,800 exhibitors across 120,000 square meters, establishing itself as a premier B2B platform for industry professionals, buyers, and innovators eager to access China’s booming hardware market. This essential event offers professionals a unique chance to explore new business opportunities within China’s dynamic industrial landscape.

This year, CIHS presents an extensive lineup of products and solutions, including tools, abrasives, fastening technology, building hardware, locks, equipment, and accessories. In support of dual circulation—a strategy aimed at bolstering both the Chinese and international markets—the event addresses current industrial innovation challenges and positions itself as a key player in advancing the hardware sector. In response to the expanding applications and demands within the global power tool industry, CIHS introduces two dedicated segments for 2024: Garden & Outdoor and Work Safety & Protection.

Taiwan Hardware Show (2024/10/23~2024/10/25)

The Taiwan Hardware Show (THS) kicked off on the October 23rd, 2024 , drawing over 300 international exhibitors from countries such as India, Indonesia, China, Vietnam, Japan, the Czech Republic, the United States, Germany, and Hong Kong. Spanning an exhibition area of more than 10,000 square meters, this event stands as a major highlight for the global hardware industry.

Taiwanese manufacturers have long adhered to the principles of quality, innovation, and differentiation to meet the diverse purchasing needs of international buyers. This year's THS highlights Taiwan's exceptional manufacturing capabilities and cutting-edge products in hardware and metal technology, setting the direction for the manufacturing industry and offering professionals an excellent opportunity to collaborate and forge valuable connections. The exhibition is divided into ten zones, including “Powered Tools,” “Tools & Accessories,” “Fasteners & Fittings,” “Plumbing Hardware,” “Lock & Fittings,” “Building Supplies,” “Garden & Outdoor Equipment,” “Automotive Supply & Accessories,” “Safety Equipment & Products,” and “Machine & Plant Equipment,” providing a one-stop sourcing solution for international buyers.

In the fluctuating landscape of the global economy, while the future remains unpredictable, Economic Daily News/CENS remains committed to attending major hand tools and hardware exhibitions. Through publications like “Taiwan Transportation Equipment Guide (TTG)”, “Taiwan Hand Tools”, and “Taiwan Industrial Suppliers (TIS)”, Economic Daily News/CENS ensures that international buyers can easily access the latest industry trends and valuable supplier information from Taiwan.