Special zones and competitions at ITM Industry Europe 2025

Polish trade show ITM Industry Europe, taking place 3 to 6 June in Poznan, is an established event in the manufacturing exhibition calendar, and a strategic annual meeting place where industry leaders congregate to exchange experiences and reveal innovative technologies. Alongside the exhibition itself will be numerous conferences, debates and demonstrations.

In addition, special thematic zones and spaces featuring industry-related entertainment planned for this year's show are seen by the show organiser as of great value to trade fair visitors. The organisers are putting particular importance on ‘special zones’ this year. One of these will be the FOCAST Foundry Exhibition which will bring together exhibitors from the foundry industry, alongside informative presentations of current challenges and new products. The foundry industry plays a key role in Polish industry, providing high-quality metal components for many sectors, and the high quality of FOCAST is certainly influenced by close cooperation with the Polish Foundrymen’s Technical Association.

The foundry industry in Poland is currently facing many challenges that may have a significant impact on its future. Anna Lemańska-Kramer, director of ITM Industry Europe, said: “One of the key problems is the growing competition from foreign foundries offering lower production costs. As a result, Polish companies must invest in cutting edge technologies to maintain their market position and increase operational efficiency.

Growing demand
Sustainability is also an important factor, as is the development of the machinery industry to create new opportunities for casting producers. Anna Lemańska-Kramer continued: “The growing demand for high-quality metal components may contribute to the expansion of Polish foundries within domestic and foreign markets.” ITM Industry Europe is an excellent place to strike new business deals and to see firsthand the impressive possibilities of the foundry industry.”

On the first day of the fair — 3 June — a panel discussion with the participation of leading experts is planned: Foundry of the future: Visions of the development of the Polish industry in the context of global megatrends.

The Collaborative Robot Zone which made its debut at last year’s show in cooperation with Schmalz, was a big hit, attracting a lot of interest from visitors. This year the zone will return, be larger and ‘even more spectacular’. There will be lots of cobots from leading brands that increase work efficiency and safety, creating a more integrated and efficient production environment. Companies such as Schmalz, Kuka, Universal Robots, Dobot/GM AUutomatyka, SAP-WELD/OTC and TFM Robotics have already confirmed their participation in this zone.

A novelty of ITM Industry Europe will be the Demobus Zone - a unique method of promotion for companies operating in the industrial automation, surface treatment and tool technology sectors. In special vehicles in St Mark’s Square – the focal point of the Poznań International Fair – exhibitors will be able to present their latest technologies and products, and establish direct contact with the event participants. Many companies are really keen to partake in this new form of interaction with participants and the following companies are lined up to present their products in the Demobus Zone — Balluff, Murrelektronik, Struers, and Pferd.

Special prize
Meanwhile, exhibitors are planning special competitions, demonstrations and even races at this year’s show. For example, Mitutoyo will be organising the Metrology Competition Zone, designed for all those who would like to try their hand at carrying out measurements using the company’s MeasurLink software. Participants will be asked to perform specific measurement tasks so their skills in data analysis can be assessed, using modern metrological tools. Each day, the best participants will receive prizes, and at the end of the fair, the overall winner will be announced and they will receive a special prize.

Mitutoyo has also announced plans for the Racing Zone, where visitors will be treated to an exciting challenge – a specially prepared race track with model cars. Visitors will be able to test their driving skills in controlled conditions and there will be prizes for the best competitors.

Following last year’s success, the excitement of competition and a dose of entertainment will await the participants of ITM Industry Europe in the Pneumat.GAME Zone. Last year’s Maintenance Services Tournament attracted many visitors who were able to test themselves in three competitions. This year Pneumat is preparing even more challenging tasks for participants.

Anyone who wants to solve the pneumatic challenges will have the chance to win prizes worth over PLN 50,000. This will require knowledge, skills and the ability to act under time pressure. Can you quickly assemble installation elements? Is building a pneumatic system a piece of cake for you? Do you service your diaphragm pump in the blink of an eye? Be sure to sign up for the competition and compete for prizes in the Pneumat.GAME Zone.

ITM Industry Europe will take place from 3 to 6 June 2025. At the same time, visitors will have the opportunity to visit the co-located Modernlog Trade Fair of Logistics and Storage, and the Subcontracting Industrial Cooperation Fair.