Taiwan Promotes Industrial Advances at IMTS 2024

Under the concept of “Industrial Ecology,” the Taiwan Pavilion at IMTS brought together companies from various sectors of the machining industry, such as cutting tool manufacturers, key component suppliers, and automation solution developers. In collaboration with the Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI) and the Taiwan Machine Tool & Accessory Builders Association (TMBA), this initiative aimed to highlight the country’s comprehensive capabilities in high-tech manufacturing services.

Organized by the International Trade Administration (ITA) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs of Taiwan and implemented by the Precision Machinery Research and Development Center (PMC), the “Overseas Intelligent Manufacturing Promotion Plan” seeks to consolidate Taiwan’s position as a leader in intelligent manufacturing.

Among the leading participating companies were Quaser, Kao Ming, Sun Firm, Marox and Syntec, who presented innovative solutions that address the growing needs of the U.S. market. The pavilion offered a comprehensive approach with AI-driven technologies, advanced cutting tools and intelligent management systems, underlining the importance of digital and green transformation in modern machinery.

Focusing on Digital and Green Transformations To Expand in the U.S. Market

Dennis Lei, general manager of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Chicago, emphasized Taiwan’s key role in promoting digital and green technology in the machining sector. “When customers visited the Taiwan Pavilion, they found a full range of solutions from AI-powered machine tools to intelligent automation systems, all designed to meet the growing demands of the U.S. manufacturing industry,” Lei noted.

The pavilion focused on the growing demand for machine tools in the U.S., driven by the reshoring of manufacturing and the development of new infrastructure. The presentation of Taiwanese products highlighted the country’s ability to provide solutions along the entire value chain, from key component suppliers such as Detron and Tenpro, to smart tool manufacturers.

This focus on the “industrial ecology” of machine tools positions Taiwan as a strategic partner in expanding U.S. manufacturing capabilities and contributing to the creation of a strong and sustainable supply chain.

Visitors to the pavilion were able to see how Taiwanese companies are not only embracing digital transformation, but are also investing in sustainable solutions to address environmental challenges. These initiatives strengthen cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S. and contribute to the creation of long-term business opportunities.

Taiwan's Machining Industry Continues To Innovate and Expand its Smart Manufacturing Ecosystem

During the event, Taiwan hosted a press conference under the theme of “Green, Digital and AI Manufacturing,” highlighting smart manufacturing solutions from five leading companies: Dahlih, YCM, Quaser, Kao Ming and Sun Firm. These companies showcased their innovations in applying artificial intelligence to optimize manufacturing processes and improve industry resilience to global challenges.

The second day of the event featured Professor Li Jie from the University of Maryland, who provided an academic perspective on the development of AI technology in smart manufacturing and its impact on manufacturing resilience.

Throughout the show, companies such as Chmer, Cosen and Main Drive also highlighted how they are leveraging their technological foundations to create innovative products and services that meet the needs of customers globally.

The third day of the event saw product launches from leading Taiwanese component manufacturers such as Tenpro, Detron, Cam Power, Spindlex and Hiwin, who showcased modular and customized technologies for American buyers. These solutions are designed to meet market demands in terms of quality, reliability and performance, further strengthening the position of Taiwanese companies in the international machining market.

Enhancing Taiwan-US Cooperation for a Mutually Successful Future

Taiwan’s participation in IMTS 2024 not only highlighted the capabilities of its machining industry, but emphasized its customer-centric philosophy, aimed at providing high-quality products and services tailored to the demands of the U.S. market. As economic cooperation between Taiwan and the U.S. deepens, the Taiwanese machining industry is committed to leading the digital and green transformation, driving continuous innovation and improving its competitiveness in global markets.

Dennis Lei expressed his optimism about the impact of Taiwan’s participation in this show, highlighting the opportunities this collaboration presents for the future. “Taiwan’s participation in IMTS 2024 is just the beginning of a deeper collaboration between both countries in the field of intelligent machinery,” he concluded “With our capabilities in digital innovation and sustainability, we are laying the foundation for a prosperous and green future in manufacturing.”