23 edition Precision Fair on November 13 and 14 is the meeting place for the entire international precision technology sector

The 23rd edition of the Precision Fair, the trade fair where one meets and discovers the top players and solutions in the field of high- and ultraprecision technology, is once again approaching. On Nov. 13 and 14, the Brabanthallen in 's-Hertogenbosch will once again be the central meeting place for the international precision technology industry. "What the Dutch precision technology industry means to international high-tech companies can serve as an example for many other countries and companies. This is why we are putting the Precision Fair on the map this year with the theme International Cooperation," said Bart Kooijmans, Program Manager of the Precision Fair.

From smartphones to space telescopes, medical devices and chip machines, machines and devices are becoming faster, smarter and more sophisticated. However, developing these requires complex technological solutions in which measuring, manufacturing and constructing to ever smaller and more precise tolerances is essential. The complexity is such that these solutions can only be achieved through collaboration. Not only with other (technical) disciplines, but also with many other specialized companies, education and science. Sharing knowledge and working together, even on an international level, literally pushes the boundaries of technology. That is what the 23rd edition of the Precision Fair is all about: pushing boundaries through international cooperation.

Trade show floor with 350 precision technology specialists

More than 350 exhibitors from home and abroad will display their most advanced technologies and products on the show floor. From precision tools and measuring instruments to automation solutions and high-tech materials, a variety of groundbreaking innovations can be found on the exhibition floor. 

Fixed feature on the exhibition floor is the central networking arena, where professionals from across the industry gather to network. In addition, here one can easily connect with more than 30 industry associations, educational institutions, scientific institutes, major scientific projects, innovation projects and student teams. Among the following parties can be found here: Einstein Telescope, Big Science, Euspen, VDMA, Sirris, NEN, EPIC Photonics, Digital Industry Boost (a collaboration of Fontys, Summa Collega, Brainport Development and Mikrocentrum), DSPE, RVO, TU Delft, TU/e, FPT-Vimag, Project MARCH, AeroDelft and Superbike Twente. 

Six central themes

During the Precision Fair, one meets the top representatives from industry, manufacturers, educational institutions, government agencies, technical universities, science and incubator programs. During two days, one discovers high and ultra precision technological solutions based on the following themes: Mechatronic Engineering & Systems, Metrology, Vacuum & Clean, Micro Processing & Motion, Laser & Photonics and Production for High Precision.    

The first highlights are out!

With a few weeks to go, organizer Mikrocentrum can already announce some great highlights. The first highlights for Wednesday, November 13:

• Workshop on AI for high tech by Pipple.
• Young Talent Pitch program.
• Big Science Congress program with speakers from Nikhef and Maastricht University, among others.
• Workshop The importance of vacuum and ultra-clean vacuum for Dutch industry by TNO.
• Lecture 40 years of ASML by Jan Jaap Kuit, VP EUV Development & Engineering at ASML.
• Presentation of Rien Koster Award by DSPE.
• International Meet & Match by BOM/Enterprise Europe Network.

Initial highlights for Thursday, Nov. 14:

• Celebrating 75 years of Thermo Fischer Scientific.
• Workshop Retain your professionals! These 3 conditions they really care about, by Spartners.
• Masterclass in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing by Mikrocentrum lecturer Firat Buyukcivelek.
• Tech sessions by EPIC.
• Presentation of Wim van der Hoek Award by DPSE.
• International Meet & Match by BOM/Enterprise Europe Network.

Free admission for visitors

The Precision Fair is open to visitors free of charge. Registration is possible through the website and on site at the registration desk in the Brabanthallen. More information about the conference program, exhibitors and floor plan can be found at precisionfair.com.

Collaborative partners

The Precision Fair is organized by Mikrocentrum in cooperation/support with/supported by CERN, NEVAC, BOM, KIVI, Manufacturing Knowledge Centre, Big Science, Photonics NL, Euspen, EPIC, Holland High Tech, Dutch Precision Technology, Vereniging ION, Enterprise Europe Network, Brainport Industries, VCCN, DSPE and VDMA.

Practical information:

• Data: November 13 and 14, 2024
• Opening hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Location: Brabanthallen, Diezekade 2 in 's-Hertogenbosch
• Information about visits: precisionfair.com/visitors
• Information about the fair in English: precisionfair.co.uk/en
• Exhibition floor plan and exhibitor overview: precisionfair.co.uk/plan
• Direct visit registration: precisionfair.co.uk/subscribe
• Signing up for international Meet & Match: precision-fair-2024.b2match.io