ABOUT THE FAIR
The "SchraubTec" in Bochum is an annual trade fair that has established itself as a key platform for industrial bolted connections. Organized by Vogel Communications Group GmbH & Co. KG from Würzburg, the event is exclusively targeted at professionals who work in the field of fastening technology and related topics.
The SchraubTec’s target audience includes a broad range of experts and specialists, such as engineers, technicians, assemblers, and practitioners involved in industrial bolted connections. It specifically appeals to professionals in technical management, development and design, planning, project engineering, assembly, production, quality assurance, as well as supply chain and procurement. The fair is aimed at professionals actively working on optimizing and advancing fastening processes.
Thematically, the SchraubTec covers a wide array of relevant topics. These include the calculation and fundamentals of bolted joint stress, assembly-friendly design, standards and regulations, as well as documentation. Other key areas include the properties of screws and their technical parameters, new materials and material characteristics, and C-parts management. Additional focal points are assembly methods, process optimization, fastening tools and techniques, automated fastening solutions for Industry 4.0, and process reliability.
The fair offers a practical combination of lectures and exhibitions to expand participants' expertise and encourage the exchange of solution-oriented approaches. Particular focus is given to C-parts management, procurement and purchasing of C-parts, as well as technical innovations in fastening technology.
The SchraubTec addresses numerous user industries, including automotive manufacturers and suppliers, the commercial vehicle industry, aerospace, machinery and plant engineering, wind and hydro energy, as well as other industries such as chemical, oil and gas, electrical engineering, and furniture production. This positions the trade fair as an indispensable meeting point for the industry on both a national and international scale.
The SchraubTec was launched in 2021 to fill a gap in the industrial trade fair sector. With its well-defined and specialized concept, it quickly gained traction. As a one-day regional trade fair, it informs visitors at five additional locations about current trends and connects market players efficiently. Bochum is one of the central venues, bringing together experts and suppliers to drive technical advancements and tackle the challenges of modern bolted connections.
The SchraubTec will take place on Wednesday, 30. September 2026 in Bochum.