As a premier barometer and bellwether of the global foundry industry's development, the 24th China International Foundry Exhibition (METAL CHINA), the 19th China International Die Casting Industry Exhibition (DIECASTING CHINA), and the 19th International Nonferrous and Special Casting Exhibition (NONFERROUS CHINA)—initiated in 1987 and sponsored by the China Foundry Association—will be held concurrently from May 6 to 9, 2026, at the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai.

Under the theme “Casting a Green and Intelligent Future,” the combined exhibition area will span 120,000 square meters, featuring more than 1,200 renowned exhibitors and attracting approximately 150,000 professional visitors from over 60 countries and regions. The event will include more than 100 industry-focused forums and activities, forming an integrated exhibition matrix that encompasses the entire spectrum of the foundry, die-casting, and nonferrous metal casting industries. This platform will facilitate international exchange, technological demonstration, and trade cooperation by showcasing comprehensive materials, advanced processes, and end-to-end industrial-chain integration.

Through synergistic collaboration, the three exhibitions will not only highlight the latest advancements in sustainable and environmentally responsible manufacturing technologies from China and around the world, but also provide strategic insights into key future trends such as intelligent manufacturing, digital transformation, and industrial upgrading. The event is poised to reaffirm its status as the preeminent annual gathering for the global foundry community.

Are you seeking globally leading technologies and solutions in green casting, energy conservation, and environmental protection? Are you interested in the latest advancements in refractory materials technology? Would you like to explore state-of-the-art melting processes and innovative projects shaping the future of the foundry industry?

At METAL CHINA, DIECASTING CHINA, and NONFERROUS CHINA, you will discover advanced melting techniques and comprehensive solutions for optimizing furnace linings to support sustainable and efficient production. Learn how tailored metal formulations can enhance casting performance and improve final product quality, while exploring cutting-edge developments in molding and core-making technologies.

Engage directly with industry experts and exhibitors on emerging digital innovations, including digital melting systems, AI-driven optimization of casting parameters, Foundry 4.0 initiatives, and the latest applications of 3D printing and additive manufacturing.

The exhibition will showcase high-performance castings across diverse materials—ranging from precision miniature components to critical parts used in major national equipment such as automobiles, machine tools, construction machinery, rail transit systems, aerospace platforms, and marine vessels—demonstrating exceptional engineering excellence.

Expand your knowledge of nonferrous metal forming processes, examine the pivotal role of large-scale integrated die castings in new-energy vehicles, and experience firsthand 10,000-ton die-casting machines, magnesium-alloy forming technologies, lightweight structural component manufacturing, and other key innovations driving the new-energy vehicle sector.

This event offers a one-stop platform to gain comprehensive insights into how enterprises are achieving forward-looking transformation and industrial upgrading through advanced technologies and innovative processes.

1. 1.1H High-Quality Foundry Raw Materials and Auxiliary Materials Pavilion

This pavilion comprehensively showcases green foundry raw materials and auxiliary materials, along with advanced environmental protection production technologies. It aims to enhance the industry’s overall level of sustainability and environmental responsibility, contributing to the achievement of the national “dual-carbon” goals.

2. 2.1H Die Casting and Non-ferrous Foundry Pavilion

This pavilion presents a full spectrum of materials, processes, and the complete die-casting and precision casting industrial chain. Special exhibition zones will highlight die-casting molds, aluminum–magnesium alloy industrial applications, and lightweight components for new-energy vehicles.

3. 3H High-End Foundry Equipment Pavilion

This area provides a comprehensive display of the latest technologies and equipment in high-end, intelligent, green, and safe foundry manufacturing. It offers strong support for cultivating new-quality productive forces and advancing a new model of industrialization.

4. 4.1H High-End Castings Pavilion

As the showcase for the “star” products of the equipment manufacturing industry, this pavilion covers upstream and downstream sectors including machine tools, automotive components, mining and metallurgy, construction machinery, new-energy vehicles, agricultural machinery, general machinery, internal combustion engines, rail transit, hardware products, and power tools. Innovation continues to accelerate, with numerous product series making their debut.

• High-End Casting Equipment Area

• High-End Casting Components Area

• High-Quality Casting Raw Materials and Auxiliary Materials Area

• Special Exhibition Area for Wear-Resistant Castings in Mining, Metallurgy, Heavy Machinery, and Construction Machinery

• Investment Casting Area

• 3D Printing Technologies Area

• Art-Casting Demonstration Area

• China’s Leading Mold Enterprises Exhibition Area

• Magnesium Alloy Industry Chain Exhibition Area

• Leading New-Energy Vehicle Parts Enterprises Exhibition Area

• Industrial Clusters Area

• International Pavilions

On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the China Foundry Association, more than one hundred events will be organized during the exhibition to foster exchange, promote collaboration, and drive industry development. These supporting activities include the 40th Anniversary Celebration Ceremony of the China Foundry Association, the 22nd China Foundry Association Annual Congress, the International Foundry Forum, the New Product Launch Conference, the Enterprise Strategic Cooperation Agreement Signing Ceremony, the Symposium on Industrial Chain Synergistic Innovation Technology, the Foundry Parts Procurement and Supply Chain Negotiation Conference, the Symposium on Advanced Foundry Technologies and Applications, the Q&A Session with Foundry Experts, the Dialogue Forum for Foundry Entrepreneurs, and various Foundry Culture Experience Activities.

As one of the most influential exhibitions in the global foundry industry, METAL CHINA, DIECASTING CHINA, and NONFERROUS CHINA have emerged as premier platforms for international foundry enterprises to showcase innovative products. These events have also become the annual gathering of choice for the worldwide foundry community. Leveraging a robust industrial and supply chain infrastructure, China’s foundry industry is well positioned to deliver competitive, high-quality products and services that meet diverse global demands. Emphasizing international collaboration, the exhibitions continue to attract increasing attention from foundry companies and buyers worldwide, fostering stronger partnerships between Chinese and international enterprises.

In 2026, marking the 40th anniversary of the China Foundry Association, the organizing committee warmly invites leaders, experts, enterprise representatives, and media professionals from more than 20 countries—including Russia, Germany, Italy, the United States, France, Spain, Mexico, Turkey, Japan, South Korea, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, Poland, Belarus, Brazil, and South Africa—to participate in this landmark event.

Together, participants will examine global industry trends, present cutting-edge foundry technologies and products, and discuss the challenges and opportunities arising from the transformation of the global supply chain. Through an international exhibition platform and in-depth technical exchanges, traditional foundry practices will be infused with renewed vitality, strengthening the integration of China’s foundry expertise into the global market and contributing to the sustainable, high-quality development of the global foundry industry.

From May 6 to 9, 2026, join us at METAL CHINA, DIECASTING CHINA, and NONFERROUS CHINA in Shanghai, China, where industry professionals will convene to explore the latest advancements and innovative solutions in metalcasting, engage with transformative technologies, and collaboratively shape the future.

For Information: 

China Foundry Association 

14th Floor, CAM Building, No.2 Shouti South Road

Haidian district, Beijing, China

Tel. +86.18911227983

E-mail: limengmeng@foundry.com.cn

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