Woodworking industry gears up for WoodEX Africa

 Friday, February 17, 2023

WoodEX for Africa returns from June 27th to 29th, 2023 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg. The event is expected to attract over 8,500 visitors and feature 150 exhibitors from 30 different countries. Established in 2012, WoodEX for Africa has become a leading trade event for the wood and timber industry in Africa.

At WoodEX for Africa, visitors can expect to find a comprehensive range of products and services related to forestry, sawmilling, woodworking, and furniture manufacturing industries, including wood-based raw materials, machinery, power tools and equipment, wood products and many more. They will also have the chance to attend informative seminars and live workshops, where industry experts will share their insights and expertise on the latest trends, technologies, and best practices.

The partnership with the Big 5 Construct South African Expo, The Deck; Flooring Expo and the
African Smart Cities Summit further enhances the value and experience for visitors and exhibitors. This collaboration brings together professionals and stakeholders from different industries, providing a broader perspective and more opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and growth. By exhibiting at WoodEX for Africa, companies, organizations, and visitors can tap into the growth potential of the African market and connect with key decision makers, buyers, dealers, and suppliers.

International footprint
Visitors and exhibitors at WoodEX for Africa hailed from across the globe, including Algeria, Australia, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Cameroon, China, Democratic Republic of Congo, France, Finland, Gabon, Ghana, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, India, Italy, Kuwait, Kenya, Maldives, Lesotho, Malawi, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Swaziland, Turkey.

Visitors are excited to see more of the following in 2023

• CNC Router and Milling Machines
• Laser Cutter and Engravers
• Edge Banders and Trimmers
• Hand and Power Tools
• Sawblades and Sharpening Tools
• Other Furniture Machinery and Productions
• Chipboard and MDF, Formica and Melamine Boards
• Laminate and Plywood, Veneer and Decorative Materials
• Forestry Industry and Technology
• Portable Sawmills
• Resaws and Edgers
• Wood-turning materials, equipment; advice
• Flooring and Decking materials; equipment
• Fittings and materials
• Steel components for wood-based furniture
• Wood coatings, Sealers and Varnishes
• Arts and crafts, materials and tools
• Many more timber related products, machines; materials

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