Taiwan to showcase smart manufacturing technologies at METALEX 2026

Thirty-one Taiwanese companies will participate in METALEX 2026 in Bangkok, presenting precision machinery, advanced metalworking technologies, and smart manufacturing solutions aimed at improving productivity and supporting industrial cooperation across ASEAN.

Taking place from 18–21 November at BITEC, Bangkok, METALEX 2026 will provide a platform for Taiwanese machinery manufacturers to demonstrate technologies addressing production efficiency, machining accuracy, automation, and quality control.

Taiwan's participation reflects growing opportunities for industrial cooperation with Thailand, particularly in automotive, electronics, and precision metalworking. As manufacturers face increasing pressure to improve productivity while maintaining consistent quality, advanced machinery and flexible production systems are becoming important considerations for industrial investment.

A key activity will be the Taiwan Smart Manufacturing Press Conference on 18 November, featuring five Taiwanese companies presenting technologies for metal forming, machining, grinding, and automated inspection.

Precision Machinery and Advanced Metalworking Solutions

Among the participating companies, Shieh Yih Machinery Industry Co., Ltd. (SEYI) will introduce its servo press technology, designed to provide greater control, flexibility, and precision in metal forming operations. Servo-driven presses allow manufacturers to adjust forming processes according to different production requirements, making them relevant to automotive components and other precision metal parts.

Yih Kuan Ent Co., Ltd. will highlight customized milling heads that can extend the machining capabilities of existing equipment. Such solutions enable manufacturers to accommodate different machining operations while making better use of their current machinery investments.

For complex-part manufacturing, Vernal Engineering Co., Ltd. will present precision driven tool holders developed to support flexible machining applications. These tools can help manufacturers expand machining capabilities and improve production efficiency in operations requiring multiple cutting processes.

Palmary Machinery Co., Ltd. will focus on precision grinding technologies intended to improve machining accuracy, consistency, and production reliability. Grinding remains an important finishing process for manufacturers producing components with demanding dimensional and surface-quality requirements.

Meanwhile, ARCS Precision Technology Co., Ltd. will showcase automated inspection and non-contact measurement solutions. These technologies can support manufacturers in maintaining consistent quality, improving inspection efficiency, and identifying dimensional variations during production.

Expanding Taiwan–Thailand Industrial Cooperation

Thailand's established automotive, electronics, and metalworking industries offer potential applications for Taiwan's precision machinery and smart manufacturing solutions.

Taiwanese equipment suppliers have developed expertise in precision engineering, machinery customization, and production automation, providing opportunities for manufacturers seeking to upgrade existing facilities or introduce more flexible manufacturing processes.

Collaboration between Taiwanese technology providers and Thai manufacturers could also support the development of higher-value manufacturing activities, particularly as regional supply chains continue to evolve and production requirements become more demanding.

Connecting Technology Providers with ASEAN Manufacturers

The Taiwan Smart Manufacturing initiative is guided by the International Trade Administration (TITA) under Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs and implemented by the Precision Machinery Research & Development Center (PMC) and Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), in cooperation with the Taiwan Association of Machinery Industry (TAMI).

The Taiwan Smart Manufacturing Press Conference will take place on 18 November 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., at Hall 99, Booth AL01, BITEC Bangkok. The event will feature technology presentations from the five companies, followed by opportunities for business discussions.

Visitors can also explore the technologies and solutions presented by the 31 Taiwanese exhibitors throughout METALEX 2026, providing opportunities to identify equipment suppliers, evaluate manufacturing solutions, and establish industrial partnerships across the region.