Rotating equipment sits at the center of plant availability in food, chemical and pharmaceutical production. On 18 November 2026 the Vogel Convention Center Würzburg hosts a one-day technology forum focused on design, inspection and maintenance of rotating machinery.
Dates and venue details
Förderprozess-Foren 2026 runs on 18 November 2026 at the Vogel Convention Center Würzburg. The event combines an interactive exhibition with focused technical sessions dedicated to practical challenges in rotating equipment.
Program highlights and technical topics
Program themes announced include digitalization and AI-driven maintenance strategies, predictive maintenance and condition monitoring, energy-efficient rotating machines, corrosion-resistant materials and coatings, remote maintenance and control, and additive manufacturing for component production.
Who attends and company profiles
The forum brings together leaders from manufacturers and operators, service and maintenance specialists, and experts from academia. Target profiles include managing directors, department heads, project managers, rotating equipment specialists and professionals in development, engineering, production, operation and technical service.
Exhibition format and scientific committee
The day features a hands-on exhibition with rotating equipment on display, best-practice presentations and deep-dive sessions aimed at solution implementation. The program advisory board includes Dominik Stephan, Prof. Dr.-Ing. Eberhard Schlücker, Andre Losemann, Rene Junkereit and Henning Hörbelt, who shape technical content and session selection.
Practical tips for B2B prospecting at the forum
- Identify ahead which maintenance and engineering roles will attend and prioritize outreach accordingly.
- Prepare concise technical case studies showing measurable operational gains. Deep-dive audiences value concrete data.
- Offer compact demonstrations of condition monitoring and predictive tools to trigger technical discussions on the stand.
- Schedule short focused meetings for solution validation and follow-up actions with technical decision makers.
Registration and ticketing
A one-day participation ticket is available. The early bird price listed is 599 EUR plus VAT when booked by 15 September 2026. Tickets and program details are published through the official site.
As the industry moves toward AI-assisted maintenance and higher machine efficiency, the forum provides a setting to test messages and solutions with the people who operate and maintain rotating equipment. Book tickets or consult the program at the official site http://www.foerderprozess-foren.de
