Who Attends / Visitor Profile

Xylexpo draws a professional audience from the woodworking and furniture industries. Key visitors include production managers, designers, engineers, R&D specialists, procurement decision-makers, and business leaders. Sustainability advisors, consultants, and media representatives also attend to explore the latest in wood technology and manufacturing innovation.

Exhibitor Profile / Who Exhibits

Exhibitors include leading manufacturers of woodworking machinery and processing systems. Suppliers of raw materials, components, adhesives, and finishing systems also participate. Technology providers contribute digital solutions, automation, and smart manufacturing tools that support advanced wood production.

Global Participation / Countries Represented

Xylexpo is an international event, supported by ACIMALL. The exhibition’s global reach makes it a key meeting point for wood-industry professionals, offering networking and cross-border collaboration opportunities.

Industries and Sectors Represented

The exhibition focuses on the wood and furniture technology sector, covering machinery, processing technologies, components, and digital manufacturing. There is also a strong focus on multi-material production through the integrated Matec – materiali e tecnologie format, which brings together Xylexpo, Plast, and Composites Future.

Products and Technologies Showcased

Visitors can explore advanced woodworking machinery, CNC systems, panel processing tools, sanding and finishing equipment, coating systems, and surface-finishing technologies. The event also highlights digital manufacturing, automation, and multi-material processing, reflecting an integrated production ecosystem.

Event Highlights

• Multi-material format: Xylexpo is part of the broader Matec event, promoting cross-industry innovation.

• Forum Legno Edilizia (Wood-Building Forum): Side program on timber construction, automation, and sustainability in wood architecture.

• Knowledge sharing: Conferences, roundtables, and meetings organized around production, surface finishing, and digital transformation.

• Digital experience: Participants can engage via Xylexpo Digital – On Demand, offering videos, interviews, and technical content from the show.

Business Opportunities

Xylexpo serves as a high-impact B2B platform where manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers can meet, negotiate, and establish long-term partnerships. The format supports sourcing of machinery, digital tools, and materials, and encourages collaboration across wood, composite, and plastic technology sectors.

Why Attend / Value Proposition

Attending Xylexpo offers a chance to:

• Discover the latest technologies in woodworking and smart production

• Learn about multi-material manufacturing via the Matec format

• Connect with global industry leaders and innovators

• Gain insights from expert forums on digital transformation, sustainability, and advanced finishing

• Explore new business models and partnerships spanning wood and composite industries

Visitor Services / Agent Information

Xylexpo provides comprehensive support, including registration tools and guidance for international visitors. The digital extension of the event ensures participants can access content and engage with the show year-round.