Motor Trader 2023

fter a break, the 21st edition of the Taiwan Hardware Show and the 7th edition of the International Taiwan Metal Industry Taiwan made a strong return. The show was held from 19th-21st October at Kaohsiung Exhibition Center. The connected- ness of Taiwan hardware and metal industry was the show stopper, with 200 exhibitors, 18,000 visitors from 55 nations reconnecting. Despite the entry restrictions and air-travel disruption the international presence signify the vital role Taiwanese manufacturers have in the global supply chain. Taiwan’s top hardware and metal technology company came to Kaohsiung to showcase their latest products that has been designed for a more intercon- nected and digital world. The trade show offers an opportunity for buyers and manufacturers to reconnect during a crucial as lock-down driven demand boom has slowed and to the ending of Taiwan’s COVID-19 quaran- tine for arrivals. THS boats a comprehensive line up of exhibitors across 8 exhibiting categories; power tools, tools & accessories, locks & fittings, fasteners & fittings, building supplies, plumbing hardware, garden & outdoor equipment, automotive supplies & accessories, machine & plant equipment, and safety equipment & products. The introduction of Smart Locks and Plumbing this year further to the expanding product spectrum on offer. The Hardware and Metal Industry Reconnects @ THS 2023 A MOTOR TRADER www.IMB2B.com TRADE SHOW REVIEW By/ Press Center 2022 160