Smart Factory Design participates in leading international events across the PCB, microelectronics, Industry 4.0, and industrial wastewater sectors. From technical conferences and expert presentations to global exhibitions and partner collaborations, we connect with the people and technologies transforming advanced manufacturing.
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Feb 3–4, 2026 · Aix-en-Provence, France
EIPC Winter Conference
Smart Factory Design joined leaders from across the European PCB industry for two days of technical exchange and strategic discussion. Alexander Stepinski presented case studies in process design for achieving greater strategic autonomy in European PCB manufacturing. The conference concluded with a technical visit to ITER, highlighting large-scale engineering, systems integration, and long-term technological vision.
Strategic autonomy. Process engineering. European PCB leadership.
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March 16–19, 2026 · Anaheim, California, USA
IPC APEX Expo
Smart Factory Design attended one of North America's most important electronics manufacturing events. The visit created opportunities to connect directly with engineers, manufacturers, technology providers, and industry leaders while exploring the latest developments in PCB production, automation, and advanced manufacturing.
Industry intelligence. Global connections. Manufacturing innovation.
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March 24–26, 2026 · Shanghai, China
CPCA Show
At CPCA Show 2026, Smart Factory Design hosted a dedicated half-day seminar: PCB Intelligent Manufacturing Pioneer Forum: From Green Zero Emissions to AI-Driven Manufacturing. Together with global experts and technology partners, we presented practical approaches to closed-loop chemical recycling, advanced electrolysis, digital twins, AI-driven process control, predictive manufacturing, and next-generation PCB factory optimization.
From green manufacturing to autonomous production.
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April 8–10, 2026 · Greater Noida, India
Productronica India
Smart Factory Design exhibited alongside LiquidSky and MEGA Group, presenting advanced industrial water and wastewater solutions for electronics manufacturing. The event introduced our latest closed-loop ZLD recycling architecture, designed around chemical-free operation, high circular-economy recovery, zero liquid discharge, and positive lifecycle value.
Sustainability transformed into industrial advantage.
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May 4–7, 2026 · Munich, Germany
IFAT Munich
Smart Factory Design joined the world's leading environmental technology community at IFAT Munich. Together with LiquidSky, MEGA Group, and our wider technology network, we exchanged expertise in industrial wastewater treatment, resource recovery, circular economy systems, electrolysis, and chemical-free ZLD infrastructure.
Advanced water recovery. Global collaboration. Circular industry.
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September 9–11, 2026 · Incheon, South Korea
KPCA Show
Smart Factory Design visited KPCA Show to connect with leaders in PCB manufacturing, semiconductor packaging, advanced substrates, equipment technology, and smart production.
Exploring the next generation of Asian electronics manufacturing.
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September 16–18, 2026 · Bengaluru, India
Productronica India
Smart Factory Design returned to Productronica India with a dedicated exhibition presence alongside our local partner, LiquidSky. The booth presented our latest developments in smart factory engineering, industrial water recovery, closed-loop ZLD systems, and sustainable manufacturing infrastructure.
Global engineering. Local execution.
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October 20–22, 2026 · Taipei, Taiwan
TPCA Show
Smart Factory Design will participate in the TPCA technical conference program through an expert presentation and industry panel. We will also collaborate with our partner TemgTai Machinery as part of its exhibition presence, connecting advanced process technology with the future of intelligent PCB manufacturing.
Technology leadership through knowledge and collaboration.
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December 2–4, 2026 · Shenzhen, China
HKPCA Show
Smart Factory Design will visit HKPCA Show to engage with the global PCB supply chain and explore new developments in manufacturing equipment, intelligent production, advanced packaging, and electronics technology.
Closing the year at the center of global PCB mass production.
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Feb 3–4, 2026 · Aix-en-Provence, France
EIPC Winter Conference
Smart Factory Design joined leaders from across the European PCB industry for two days of technical exchange and strategic discussion. Alexander Stepinski presented case studies in process design for achieving greater strategic autonomy in European PCB manufacturing. The conference concluded with a technical visit to ITER, highlighting large-scale engineering, systems integration, and long-term technological vision.
Strategic autonomy. Process engineering. European PCB leadership.
September 16–18, 2026 | BIEC, Bengaluru, India
HighlightsfromelectronicaIndia2026
Three days of innovation, industry connections, and exciting opportunities!
Smart Factory Design, together with our technology partners LiquidSky and MEGA Group, joined electronica India & productronica India 2026 to showcase the future of PCB manufacturing.
From closed-loop water recovery and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) to integrated smart factory solutions, our discussions focused on transforming wastewater into a valuable resource and making manufacturing more efficient, sustainable, and economically competitive.
The event brought together industry leaders, engineers, customers, and partners to exchange ideas, explore new technologies, and discuss future collaborations.
Industry Insights
The Journey in Smart Factories
During the exhibition, we also recorded two exclusive interviews right at our booth for The Journey in Smart Factories, our industry podcast powered by Smart Factory Design.
Discover insights from our technology partners on the latest innovations shaping the PCB industry.
Sharat Nath | CEO, LiquidSky
How can wastewater become one of a factory's most valuable resources? Explore the future of closed-loop manufacturing, sustainable technologies, and resource recovery.
A special thank you to our partners LiquidSky and MEGA Group, and to everyone who visited our booth, shared ideas, and explored new opportunities with us.
The exhibition may be over, but the conversations and collaborations are just beginning.
Together, we're designing the next generation of smart factories.
From the show floor
Momentsfromthe2026circuit
A year of Smart Factory Design at technical conferences and exhibition floors around the world.
Our seminar at the CPCA 2026 Show in Shanghai. Together with industry experts, we explored how smart factory design is evolving, from closed-loop chemical recycling and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) to AI-driven autonomous production.
Key topics
Process control for AI-managed factories
Advanced electrolysis for circular PCB manufacturing
Digital twins & predictive engineering
Next-gen wet processing and factory optimization
Speakers
Alexander Stepinski FRSASmart Factory Design
Johnson XuXact PCB
Paul LuTemg Tai
Veronika KúdelováMEGA
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