7–10 Mar 2028 · Cologne, DE
International Hardware Fair
International Hardware Fair (EISENWARENMESSE) is a global trade fair for the hardware industry held in Cologne. It brings together manufacturers and suppliers of tools, accessories, building and DIY supplies, fittings, fixings and fastening technology, power and hand tools, safety equipment and related industrial supplies. The event targets buyers and retailers from the specialised trade and includes presentations, expert talks and award ceremonies alongside the exhibition of products and innovations.
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- Dates
- 7–10 Mar 2028
- Location
- Cologne, DE
- Frequency
- Biennial
- Audience
- Trade
- Duration
- 4 days
- Scale
- Flagship
- Exhibitors
- 2,470Estimate
- Visitors
- 33,000Fact
Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.
About International Hardware Fair
International Hardware Fair is a flagship trade show in Cologne, Germany for the Construction & Building and Home, Furniture & Interiors industries. The 2028 edition runs 7–10 Mar 2028 at Koelnmesse (Conference and Exhibition Center "Confex"). It brings together an estimated 2,470 exhibitors and 33,000 visitors (organizer-confirmed). Event Scout has indexed 379 exhibiting companies for the event so far.
Known editions
- 2028Upcoming7–10 Mar 2028
- 20264 Mar 2026
Venue
Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE
Who exhibits at International Hardware Fair
We've captured 379 exhibitors for International Hardware Fair (roster as of 2028). They span 26 countries, 85% of them based outside Germany.
Where exhibitors are based
Exhibitors' head-office countries, most-represented first.
- China25%·43
- Germany15%·25
- Italy14%·23
- Taiwan12%·20
- India5%·9
Based on 170 exhibitors with a known head-office country.
What exhibitors do
The industries the exhibitor base works in, by share of the roster.
- Machinery Manufacturing67%·92
- Energy Electronics20%·28
- Chemicals Materials12%·16
- Services10%·14
- Construction7%·10
Based on 138 exhibitors with an industry label — a company can carry several, so shares can total over 100%.
Exclusivity
Moderately exclusive — a meaningful share of exhibitors are unique to this event.
Cross-referenced against 379 exhibitors in our event graph.
International reach
Highly international — a broad field reaching well beyond the host country.
Exhibitor calibre
listed companies
1,000+ employees
Of 5 exhibitors whose company size we know.
Compiled from public sources and periodically reviewed and updated. This information is provided for general guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date — please verify all details directly with the organizer or venue before relying on them.
International Hardware Fair 2028 exhibitor list
Event Scout has indexed 370+ companies exhibiting at International Hardware Fair so far. They span industries including machinery-manufacturing,energy-electronics,construction, construction and construction,services. The preview below shows a sample of the indexed roster; the full list is available through Event Scout.
- C
CaterpillarIrving, US
- M
Mischmaschinen & Baugeräte für BauprofisNürnberg, DE
- C
CarbideDK
- B
Bosch GlobalWernau, DE
- L
LaizhouhongyuanviseShandong, CN
- B-CHEM srl
- ASIV GmbH
- Athena Abrasives
- Industrial, Construction & DIY Adhesives
- Bellota
- Asia Machinery.net
- COMENSAL
- Power Tools
- CANCO FASTENERS
- Cobit
- Ballistol
- Hybest
- Chemfix
- Flooring Protector, Grey Painter Felt Manufacturer
- ABUS
- GAF
- BURG-WÄCHTER
- UK Website
- Bohle GmbH
+ 354 more exhibitors
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