EPHJ-EPMT-SMT Geneva – Precision engineering and micro-industry

EPHJ-EPMT-SMT in Geneva is considered one of the leading European trade fairs for precision engineering and micro-industry. The event brings together expertise from high-precision manufacturing, microtechnology, medical technology and related industrial sectors. For decades, Geneva and western Switzerland have formed an industrial environment that is internationally renowned for its excellence in precision engineering – particularly in the watchmaking industry, microsystems technology and specialised supply chains. Precision engineering is more than just small-scale manufacturing. It involves highly complex processes in which tolerances in the micrometre range are crucial. EPHJ-EPMT-SMT addresses these requirements and offers a platform for companies operating in highly sensitive markets.

Precision engineering as a core industrial competence

The region around Geneva, the Jura area and parts of French-speaking Switzerland have historically been strongly influenced by precision engineering. Watch production has given rise to a broad spectrum of expertise that is now applied in sectors such as medical technology, aviation and microelectronics. At EPHJ-EPMT-SMT, exhibitors present solutions for: < ul>

Micromechanical components

High-precision machining equipment

Laser and micro-machining

Surface finishing in the micro range

Measurement and testing technology The focus is on technologies that require the highest precision. Manufacturing steps are often automated and at the same time require experienced specialists. Precision engineering combines mechanical engineering, materials science and digital control in close interaction.

Microindustry between innovation and specialisation

The term microindustry describes production processes in which components are extremely small but highly complex in terms of function. Applications include implants, micropumps, sensors and clockworks. EPHJ-EPMT-SMT highlights how strongly networked this industry is. Typical fields of application are:

Medical technology and implants
Microsystem technology for sensor technology
Watch components
Precision mechanical assemblies for aviation
Microelectronic interfaces

Micro-industry requires stable supply chains and specialised suppliers. Many companies are medium-sized and highly specialised. The trade fair therefore serves as a meeting place for producers, developers and clients who depend on close cooperation.

Geneva as a location for high precision

Geneva is not only a financial and diplomatic centre, but also part of a traditional industrial hub. Its proximity to research institutions, universities of applied sciences and specialised training centres strengthens the region's innovative power. EPHJ-EPMT-SMT benefits from this environment. The event attracts trade visitors from Europe, North America and Asia who are specifically looking for high-precision solutions. Unlike broad-based industrial trade fairs, the format focuses on a clearly defined technological segment.

Digitalisation in precision technology

Digitalisation is also playing an increasingly important role in the micro-industry. CAD/CAM systems, digital twins and automated quality control are an integral part of modern production processes. EPHJ-EPMT-SMT shows how traditional precision engineering is merging with digital technologies. A special focus is placed on:

Automated quality control
Data-supported process optimisation
Networked manufacturing
Traceability of components

Complete documentation and maximum reliability are essential, especially for components used in medicine or aviation. Precision engineering is therefore not only understood as a craft skill, but as a systemically integrated process.

Market position and international networking

EPHJ-EPMT-SMT plays a special role in the international trade fair calendar. While many industrial trade fairs cover a broad spectrum, this format focuses on highly specialised technologies. This focus creates an environment in which technical discussions are at the forefront. The exhibitor structure is international, but with a strong European influence. Companies from Switzerland, France, Germany and Italy account for a significant proportion. At the same time, the trade fair attracts buyers and developers from global markets who are looking for specialised suppliers.

Prospects for the microindustry

The demand for miniaturised components is growing steadily. Medical technology is developing ever smaller implants, sensor technology is being integrated into new applications, and the consumer goods industry is also focusing on compact solutions. The micro-industry is thus at the centre of technological developments. EPHJ-EPMT-SMT in Geneva combines precision engineering and the micro-industry in a clearly defined framework. The trade fair offers an overview of technologies that work behind the scenes but enable the central functions of modern products. Geneva is becoming a concentrated marketplace for highly precision solutions, bringing together technological expertise and industrial specialisation.

Further information can be found on the organiser's website: www.ephj.ch

Messe Genf

Trade fairs Switzerland