IFS China 2027 runs 20-22 May at Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, uniting fastener makers, machinery, tooling and global buyers.
Dates
20–22 May 2027
City / country
Shanghai, China
Venue
Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
Time
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily
Event overview
International Fastener Show China 2027 returns to the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center from 20 to 22 May, the anchor event for Asia's fastener and fixing supply chain.
Halls 1 to 3 bring together cold-heading and thread-rolling machinery, tooling and dies, wire and alloy steel, standard and specialty fasteners, and testing and metrology services under one roof.
Organised by China General Machine Components Industry Association and China Fastener Industry Association with Shanghai Afastener and Hannover Milano Fairs, the trade-only show connects manufacturers, exporters, distributors, engineers and procurement teams with domestic and overseas buyers across automotive, aerospace, construction, energy and electronics.
TL;DR
Use IFS China to meet qualified Chinese and international fastener makers, compare machinery and tooling across Halls 1-3, and test supplier quality claims against samples and test reports. The co-located conferences and business-matching sessions give overseas buyers a structured route to new sources, while the Shanghai location keeps travel and accommodation practical.
Exhibiting puts a fastener, machinery or materials brand in front of 42,000 expected trade visitors and 1,300+ exhibitors across the chain. It is a low-friction way to recruit Chinese distributors, meet export buyers from 60+ countries, launch new tooling or coatings, and hold technical conversations with automotive, aerospace, construction and electronics purchasing teams.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Location & Facilities
Halls & areas
3Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center, 1099 Guozhan Road, Pudong New Area, Shanghai 200126, China
Entrances & gates
South Entrance
1099 Guozhan Road, Pudong New Area; main visitor registration side.
North Entrance
850 Bocheng Road, Pudong New Area.
Food options
Venue food kiosks and café
On-site diningParking: Use the venue's underground car parks; arrive via the South Entrance on Guozhan Road and allow extra time on show mornings.
Gate: North Entrance: 850 Bocheng Road; South Entrance: 1099 Guozhan Road. Overseas visitors should use the South Entrance registration counters with their passport.
Attend
Event days & opening times
Ticket info
Badge collection
Complete visitor pre-registration online, then collect your badge at the South Entrance with the passport or ID used in the registration.
Ticket notes
Visitor pre-registration is required. No public ticket price is printed; admission is for trade visitors, purchasing representatives and professionals.
What's on
How the last edition performed
Last edition
2026
Visitors: 39,919
Exhibitors: 1,000
Floor area: 60,000 sqm
Exhibitor countries: 69
This edition
2027
Visitors: 42,000
Exhibitors: 1,300
Floor area: 60,000 sqm
Next edition
Not announced yet
Growth over time
New this edition
Hall 3 for innovation and smart manufacturing
A dedicated third hall for advanced fastening technologies, high-performance fasteners, intelligent manufacturing and sustainability.
SourceConferences and business matching
Technical forums, product launches and pre-arranged buyer-supplier meetings run alongside the exhibition.
SourceFull-chain hall layout
Halls 1-3 group machinery, materials, finished fasteners and testing services so buyers can walk the whole chain.
SourceImpact
IFS China matters most to buyers who need to qualify Chinese capacity at scale. Three adjacent halls let a sourcing team compare machinery, materials and finished-part suppliers in one visit, then test samples and audit a shortlist without a separate factory tour. For exporters, the show concentrates distributors and OEM buyers who already source from Asia.
Audience quality
The audience is professional and purchasing-led: trade visitors, buying representatives and engineers, with under-18s excluded. The 2026 split of 36,677 domestic and 3,242 overseas visitors points to a largely China-based crowd, so an overseas exhibitor should book interpreters and pre-arrange meetings rather than rely on walk-up traffic. The 69-country footprint still gives real export exposure.
Exhibitor outcomes
ROI hinges on meeting volume and follow-up discipline, not on a published audited figure. A 9 sqm shell in Hall 1-2 is a low-cost test; machinery and tooling exhibitors need a larger raw-space stand and a demo schedule. Budget for interpreters, sample freight and a 48-hour follow-up cadence, and judge the show on qualified meetings per day rather than badge scans.
Intelligence
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Why it matters
China produces a large share of the world's fasteners and imports the high-end tooling, alloys and testing equipment that lift quality. Shanghai concentrates ports, freight forwarders and engineering talent, making IFS China a practical single stop for buyers rebuilding supply chains and for suppliers targeting Asia-Pacific OEMs.
Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.
Supply-chain diversification without leaving China
Buyers are adding second-source factories and regional warehouses while keeping Chinese manufacturing in the mix. Exhibitors that can show traceability, consistent batch quality and export documentation win the first audit.
What it changes: A shortlist built at the show should include at least two qualified plants per part family, not one.
Automation and inline inspection
Cold-heading cells, optical sorting and automated thread rolling are being adopted to offset labour costs and tighten tolerances. Machinery exhibitors are demoing faster changeovers and integrated vision checks.
What it changes: Equipment choice now affects scrap rate and lead time as much as headline speed.
Higher-grade materials and corrosion performance
Automotive, wind and aerospace demand is pushing stainless, alloy and coated fasteners with documented mechanical properties. Material and coating suppliers are moving up the value chain.
What it changes: Buyers should request mill certificates and salt-spray data, not just a price per thousand.
Buyers often pair IFS China with the spring Shanghai fastener show and the Guangzhou fasteners exhibition, then follow the European and North American circuit later in the year.
Fastener Expo Shanghai 2027
Shanghai, China
Held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center; dates from circuit knowledge and the organiser's 2027 notice, to be reconfirmed.
websiteChina (Guangzhou) International Fasteners & Equipment Exhibition 2027
Guangzhou, China
Pazhou Complex; dates from the organiser's 2027 listing, to be reconfirmed.
websiteInternational Fastener Expo 2027
Las Vegas, United States
September Las Vegas dates are the usual window; exact 2027 dates to be reconfirmed before booking.
websiteChina sourcing window
March, May and late May 2027 make a single China trip possible with careful sequencing.
Circuit rows combine the 2027 show calendar with trade knowledge; confirm dates and venues before booking.
Plan your trip
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Largest international gateway; taxi and metro Line 2 plus Line 8 are the usual routes.
About 35 km
to venue
40-55 minutes by road
by car
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
Closer for domestic connections; metro Line 10 to Line 8 is slower with luggage.
About 20 km
to venue
30-45 minutes by road
by car
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
USD 55–90 / night
Simple business hotels within a short taxi ride of the venue; book early for the show week.
USD 100–160 / night
Breakfast included, reliable Wi-Fi and 20-30 minutes to the South Entrance.
USD 190–310 / night
Walking distance or a short taxi to the halls; better meeting space and gym.
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro
Buy a transit card or use the Shanghai Metro app; allow 10-15 minutes walking.
Taxi / ride-hailing
Use the official taxi queue at PVG; avoid unlicensed drivers.
Plan your trip
Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.
| Type | Who needs it | Fee | Processing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M business visa | Business visitors without visa-free entry | $140.00 | 4-7 working days |
Some passport holders qualify for unilateral or transit visa-free entry; check the latest Chinese embassy rule for your nationality before booking.
China accepts ATA Carnets for qualifying temporary exhibits; confirm the goods schedule and customs broker with the freight forwarder.
Official visa pageWeather
Late May in Shanghai is warm and humid: roughly 18-27 C, with a high chance of rain and occasional thunderstorms.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Local SIM cards and eSIM data are available at PVG; venue Wi-Fi is congested, so carry a hotspot for live demos.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Business cards and introductions
Exchange cards with both hands and use surnames plus title; a short WeChat follow-up is normal after a first meeting.
Tipping and payment
Tipping is not expected in taxis or restaurants. Alipay and WeChat Pay dominate; keep a little cash for small vendors.
Practical guides
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Destination: PVG
Book 8-12 weeks ahead for May; arrive the day before the show and allow 90 minutes for immigration at PVG.
Book flightsMost business visitors need an M visa unless their nationality qualifies for visa-free entry; apply before travel.
Estimated cost: USD 140
Processing: 4-7 working days
Bring an invitation letter, hotel booking and return ticket. Rules change; verify your nationality's status with the embassy.
OfficialPartnerGet to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: PVG to the venue is about 35 km and 40-55 minutes by taxi; the metro is cheaper but slower with luggage.
Hotel → venue: Use metro Line 8 or a 10-20 minute taxi from Expo-area hotels; allow 30 minutes from Century Park.
Ride-hail: DiDi works across Shanghai; set the pickup point to the South Entrance and expect surge pricing at close.
Public transit: Metro Line 8 serves Expo Avenue and China Art Museum; single rides cost CNY 3-6.
Parking: Underground parking is available at the venue; arrive before 09:00 on opening day.
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May
Temperature: 18-27 C
Seasonality: Late May is humid with frequent rain and thunderstorms; carry a compact umbrella.
Packing: Light business wear, comfortable shoes for concrete halls, a light rain jacket and a portable battery.
Plan your trip
Best day to visit: 2027-05-21
Day two usually has the fullest exhibitor staffing and a settled floor plan, while opening-day queues have eased. It also leaves the final day for follow-up meetings.
Book flights and confirm the visa or visa-free route — Check passport validity and print the invitation letter.
Reserve a hotel in the Expo area and register online — Keep the registration confirmation for badge collection.
Shortlist exhibitors and request meetings — Use the exhibitor list and map your Hall 1-3 route.
Download the metro app and arrange airport transfer — Save the South Entrance address in Chinese.
Pack passport, business cards and a portable battery — Check the weather and leave for PVG with buffer time.
Registration and badge collection at the South Entrance
South Entrance, 1099 Guozhan RoadMachinery and tooling supplier meetings
Hall 1Lunch and informal networking
Concourse food kiosksFastener and testing supplier meetings
Halls 2-3Conference session or business-matching follow-up
Hall 3 forum areaThe Bund and Yu Garden
Half-Day City Visit
30-40 minutes by metro from the Expo area
Classic Shanghai waterfront and old-city gardens; good for an evening after the show.
Zhujiajiao water town
Full-Day Excursion
About 1.5 hours by road from Pudong
Canals, bridges and a slower pace for a post-show weekend.
Hall 3 forum and business-matching area
On-site
Best place for structured buyer-supplier meetings and conference Q&A.
Expo-area hotel lobbies
Off-site
InterContinental and Crowne Plaza lobbies are convenient for evening follow-ups.
IFS China generates a high volume of low-context badge scans. The exhibitors who win orders are the ones that qualify conversations on the floor and follow up while the buyer still remembers the stand.
Budget
Shell scheme
CNY 650–900 / m²
Raw space
CNY 350–550 / m²
Standard booth
9 m²
No 2027 exhibitor manual or per-square-metre tariff was published. Bands are modelled from comparable Shanghai fastener and industrial shows; confirm with the organiser before budgeting.
sourceAdjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
booth
exhibitor · shell 9 sqm
CNY 5850–8100 / per stand
booth
exhibitor · raw 36 sqm
CNY 12600–19800 / per stand
hotel
both · mid
USD 100–160 / per night
per_diem
both · standard
USD 40–70 / per day
visa
both · M visa
USD 120–160 / per person
insurance
exhibitor · public liability
USD 90–180 / per stand
| Item | For | Tier | Estimated range | Status | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| booth | exhibitor | shell 9 sqm | CNY 5850–8100 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| booth | exhibitor | raw 36 sqm | CNY 12600–19800 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| hotel | both | mid | USD 100–160 / per night | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| per_diem | both | standard | USD 40–70 / per day | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| visa | both | M visa | USD 120–160 / per person | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
| insurance | exhibitor | public liability | USD 90–180 / per stand | estimate | 2026-10-31 |
Decision
Six quick questions to decide whether to visit, exhibit or skip IFS China 2027.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your main goal for May 2027?
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
You have a live sourcing or qualification need and can travel in May 2027.
Best for
Buyers, engineers and sourcing teams who need to compare suppliers and see machinery
Min. budget
$1,200.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks
Risks
Visa delay
Show-week hotel prices
Too many suppliers for one day
exhibit
You can commit to a stand, pre-book meetings and follow up within 48 hours.
Best for
Fastener, machinery, tooling or materials suppliers targeting Chinese and export buyers
Min. budget
$9,000.00
Timeline
3-6 months
Risks
Stand cost overrun
Freight delay
Limited English on the stand
skip
Your products are outside the fastener chain or you cannot act on leads this cycle.
Best for
Teams with no fastener category fit, no travel budget or no capacity to follow up
Timeline
Not applicable
Risks
Missing a useful market signal
Losing a year of supplier benchmarking
Book with
Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center
Official venue at 1099 Guozhan Road, Pudong, hosting Halls 1-3.
Venue named by the organiser; venue website is the public venue resource, not a sponsorship claim.
China Eastern Airlines
Major Shanghai-based carrier with direct connections to PVG.
Practical flight resource, not an official show partner.
China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT)
National trade-promotion body supporting Chinese exhibitors and international business delegations.
Public trade body; no partnership with the show is claimed.
China Fastener Industry Association
Industry association named by the organiser as a co-host of IFS China.
Named as an organiser on the official about page.
Recommended providers
China Visa Application Service Center
Apply for an M visa with the organiser invitation; rules vary by nationality.
Filter for Expo area and free cancellation; confirm the shuttle or metro route.
Compare direct PVG fares; book 8-12 weeks ahead for May.
Request door-to-stand service, customs clearance and an ATA Carnet check.
Ask for public-liability and travel cover that names the venue and show dates.
Compare Bund, Yu Garden and water-town day trips.
Use a mobile lead-capture app with CSV export and PIPL-compliant consent.
FAQs & glossary
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