The largest fair in the machine tool industry, MAKTEK AVRASYA, has opened its doors with the theme of “Digital Transformation.” Known as the largest fair in the Eurasian region, MAKTEK AVRASYA will continue until October 5th.

MAKTEK AVRASYA, eagerly anticipated by the industry, opened its doors to visitors with a lively opening ceremony.

Scheduled to take place at Tüyap Fair Convention and Congress Center from September 30 to October 5, 2024, the fair brings together the world’s leading companies and the most important brands in the machine sector.

Organized by Tüyap Fairs Inc., in cooperation with the Machine Industrialists and Business People Association and with the support of the Machinery Manufacturers Association, this event is receiving intense participation and interest in the sector. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the fair, Tüyap Fairs Production Inc. General Manager İlhan Ersözlü stated, “With the fairs we have organized so far, we have reached 4,000 local and foreign participating companies and 430,000 business people. MAKTEK Eurasia has now become a sought-after fair in the industry.

It has become one of the top six fairs worldwide in its field. This year, our fair hosts 1,000 participating companies from 32 countries, with 110 companies directly attending from 7 countries.

The main theme of our fair this year is ‘Digital Transformation.’

Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the use of artificial intelligence in production, robotic technologies, and innovations in the digital world. In addition, to support students studying in engineering faculties at universities, we have initiated a scholarship fund in collaboration with the Turkish Education Foundation. We all need young generations, and this fair creates an important platform for taking steps towards the future.”

“PRODUCING VALUE-ADDED PRODUCTS IS POSSIBLE WITH ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND KNOWLEDGE”

During the fair’s opening, Murat Akyüz, the Chairman of the Machine Tools Industrialists and Business People Association (TİAD), stated, ” When we talk about machine tools that create factories, we mention prosperity and social development. Because if the economy is strong, the culture, education, and social life built on this foundation are unshakeable.

The technologies we will see at MAKTEK Eurasia 2024 are crucial for the development and prosperity of our country. Preserving competitiveness and producing value-added products that can compete globally is only possible with advanced technology and knowledge. We are here where technological capabilities that serve our needs and goals compete in an era powered by technology transfer derived from research and development and innovation, and we trust in the impact and power of MAKTEK Eurasia.”

“IN THE END, THERE’S ALWAYS A MACHINE” Selim Emre Gencer, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Machinery Manufacturers Association, stated, “In order to survive in competition with our main markets, we are compelled to continue our investments. For us to achieve this, we need more public support than ever. As long as we are patient, financial stability is essential for us industrialists.”

Noting Turkey’s significant machinery sector, Adnan Dalgakıran, the Chairman of the Turkish Machinery Federation, mentioned, “The machine sector is the foundation of the industry. Regardless of how much digitalization and robotic technology there is, there is always a machine in the end. We must focus on how to advance this sector. The machine sector has made great strides in terms of knowledge and development, but this is not enough. Because no one is at a standstill. We need to identify our weaknesses in the competition and engage in self-criticism.”

“OPEN DESIGN ISTANBUL” AWARDS MARKED THE FIRST DAY MAKTEK AVRASYA’s first day drew attention with the award ceremony of the “Open Design Istanbul Design Competition organized by TİAD. With the theme “Design for Sustainable Industry,” the competition aimed to encourage more collaboration between industrial designers and industrialists and took place with the concept of “Robotics Loading/Feeding System Design for CNC Machine Tools.”

Expecting 85,000 visitors from 90 countries, MAKTEK AVRASYA experienced a jubilant opening ceremony and is presenting the latest technology products in machining, metalworking, and automation from over 1,000 companies and representatives from 32 countries.

In the past years, hosting thousands of significant business connections for sector professionals from all around the world, this year, Tüyap Fairs Inc. organized the “Elit Plus” visitor program with exclusive invitations to focus countries through its overseas offices.

Through these efforts, it is aimed to establish more new business connections with professional visitors and potential clients from abroad.

Focused countries at the fair are Egypt, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, and from North Africa, Russia, Germany, Italy, Poland, Canada, France, Hungary, Netherlands, including over 85,000 visitors from 96 countries. INNOVATIONS IN THE INDUSTRY IN THE ‘DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION EXPERIENCE AREA’ At MAKTEK AVRASYA, there is a Digital Transformation Experience Area where visitors can directly experience the latest technology and developments in the manufacturing industry under the main theme of “Digital Transformation.”

This area, which has attracted great interest since the first day, showcases the most advanced technologies of the digital age. Highlighted projects in this area include Siemens’ “Digital Twin” project, which allows monitoring and managing CNC production processes virtually, reducing production time, Smartes’ “MES Software” that enables remote intervention in factory management, Manus’ “CNC Simulation” optimizing production codes, and Tekyaz’s SolidCAM Shop project. Additionally, Akın Robotics’ social robots Mini ADA and ADA 7 are also meeting visitors in this area. TECHNOLOGIES OF THE FUTURE AT MAKTEK AVRASYA: TECHNOLOGY ZONE The newly established Technology Zone within the fair stands out as a special area where advanced technology and innovation converge. In this zone, technology companies will have the opportunity to showcase their innovative solutions, providing added value to the industry.

Participants focusing on future industrial trends such as smart manufacturing technologies, automation systems, robotic solutions, and digital transformation are part of the dynamic atmosphere of the fair.

SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR ENGINEERING STUDENTS WITHIN THE FAIR MAKTEK AVRASYA is launching another meaningful project this year. With the decision led by TİAD management, a scholarship fund will be set up for engineering students. This social responsibility project conducted in collaboration with TEV aims to make a difference to the future generations. This first-of-its-kind project will continue until the 2025 MAKTEK Konya Fair and beyond in the following years. SEMINAR SCHEDULE In addition to bringing sector players together, MAKTEK AVRASYA aims to promote knowledge and experience sharing. On the first day, Rana Karakoç, a Business Development and Management Consultant, presented a seminar titled “Digitalization in SMEs and Support Provided” in Hall 12A. The seminar schedule will continue on October 1, Tuesday as Ilknur Cantürk, a Member of the Board of Directors of MİB YK and AAG Machinery YK, will start with a presentation on “Female Employment in Industry” between 11.00-12.30. Afterwards, between 13.00-14.00, Industrial Property Expert Semiha Nur Tosun will present a seminar on “The Impact of Digital Transformation on IP Offices,” followed by Prof. Dr. Yusuf Kaynak with a presentation on “Advanced Manufacturing Technologies” between 14.30-15.30. On October 2, Wednesday, Ilknur Cantürk will present a seminar on “Female Vocational Training” between 11.00-12.30, and Tekyaz CEO Ilker Uludağ will discuss “Technological Software” between 14.30-15.30. ONLINE TICKET OPTION Visitors who want to attend the fair and benefit from the opportunities it offers can save time at the door by purchasing tickets online at www.maktekfuari.com. Visitors can browse the fair participants on the website and plan to meet the companies they are interested in beforehand. The fair opens its doors every day at 10.00, extending until 19.00 on the first four days and until 18.00 on the final day.