JIMTOF 2024: Innovating for Tomorrow

Japan Machine Tool Builders’ Association and Tokyo Big Sight Inc., the organizers of the 32^nd Japan International Machine Tool Fair, JIMTOF 2024, have announced the fair to be held from November 5–10, 2024 at Tokyo Big Sight. The highly regarded event will feature state-of-the-art technologies from renowned and emerging manufacturing players from around the world, providing a conducive platform for information exchange and exploring opportunities.

The 32^nd edition of the Japan International Machine Tool Fair (JIMTOF) is all set to take the industry by storm with its unprecedented scale and exhibitor lineup.

The monumental gathering of the machine tool industry will utilize the entire Tokyo Big Sight venue, covering a sprawling exhibition area of 1,18,540 sq mt and hosting 1,019 exhibitors across 5,726 booths, marking a new record in its history.

Of the 1,019 exhibitors, 794 will be domestic and 225 will be international exhibitors, underscoring the global significance of JIMTOF as a premier platform for showcasing the latest advancements in machine tools and related technologies

Themed exhibitions and special areas

As in the 2022 edition, JIMTOF 2024 will categorize exhibitors’ booths according to the products being showcased. To highlight the growing importance and innovation in additive manufacturing technologies, a special concurrent exhibition ‘Additive Manufacturing Area in JIMTOF 2024’ will feature on the first floor of the South Hall. This area will spotlight 47 exhibitors across 179 booths.

Event details

With the theme ‘Technologies Passed Down to the Future Offer Unlimited Possibilities’, JIMTOF 2024 aims to focus on innovation and the future of manufacturing.

The event will span six days, with varied opening hours across different halls. The East Halls will be open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, while the West and South Halls will operate from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an earlier closing on the final day.

A comprehensive range of exhibits

One of the world’s largest international technology exhibitions, JIMTOF, has been held biennially for over 50 years since 1962, marking its 32^nd edition in 2024.

The trade fair promises a wide array of exhibits, including Machine tools (Metal cutting, Metal forming), Machine tool accessories, Tools for machines (Cutting tools and wear-resistant tools), Diamond and CBN tools, Grinding wheels and abrasives, Gears and Gear Devices, Oil/water hydraulic and pneumatic machinery, Precision measuring machines and instruments, Optical measuring instruments, Testing machinery, Controller and related software (CAD/CAM, etc.), and other associated machinery and equipment, raw materials, technologies, and publications are among the exhibitor profile of the exhibition.

JIMTOF 2024 will span six days, with varied opening hours across different halls. The East Halls will be open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, while the West and South Halls will operate from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an earlier closing on the final day.

The event is supported by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; the Tokyo Metropolitan Government; and The Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Some of the cooperating organizations include Japan Machine Tool Importers’ Association, Japan Forming Machinery Association, Japan Precision Machine Association, Japan Cutting & Wear-resistant Tool Association, Japan Machine Accessory Association, Japan Precision Measuring Instruments Manufacturers Association, Japan Grinding Wheel Association, Industrial Diamond Association of Japan, Japan Optical Measuring Instruments Manufacturers' Association, Japan Fluid Power Association, Japan Testing Machinery Association, and Japan Gear Manufacturers’ Association.

A global platform for innovation

Globally recognized as the premier event for introducing cutting-edge technologies in the Machine Tool industry, JIMTOF 2024 is expected to draw visitors from around the world for dynamic exchanges of technical information and to explore the latest developments showcased by national and international exhibitors. The event also serves as a focal point for industry stakeholders to forge business bonds and gather insights into customer needs for future product development.

To highlight the growing importance and innovation in additive manufacturing technologies, a special concurrent exhibition ‘Additive Manufacturing Area in JIMTOF 2024’ will feature on the first floor of the South Hall, housing 47 exhibitors across 179 booths.

MURALI SUNDARAM
Correspondent
Magic Wand Media Inc
murali.sundaram@magicwandmedia.in