THE GATEWAY TO AFRICA’S TIMBER TRADE

Wood Machinery & Tools / Laser Cutters & CNC Machines / Power Tools / Furniture Accessories & Components / Plywood & Veneer / MDF Laminates & Boards / Screws, Fittings & Accessories / Timber Processing / Hardwood & Softwood / Forestry & Sawmilling / Software & Technology / Wood flooring & Decking / Paints & Coatings / Adhesives & Glues / Biofuel & Biomass
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3 days

EXPO & NETWORKING
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3 500+

VISITORS
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150+

EXHIBITORS & BRANDS
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20+

PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES
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FREE

WORKSHOPS & DEMONSTRATIONS
NEXT EDITION DATES COMING SOON
GALLAGHER CONVENTION CENTRE | JOHANNESBURG | SOUTH AFRICA

WoodEX for Africa has firmly established itself as the leading trade event and key gateway for machinery, tools, forestry, timber, and woodworking industries across Southern Africa.

Since its launch in 2012, WoodEX for Africa has grown into a vibrant and profitable business platform that connects manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, and buyers from across Africa and around the world. The exhibition provides an ideal environment for industry professionals to discover the latest products, technologies, machinery, and innovations, build valuable business relationships, and explore new market opportunities.

Year after year, WoodEX for Africa continues to attract a growing number of trade visitors from across the African continent. This strong African buyer presence, combined with international exhibitors and suppliers, has firmly positioned the exhibition as Africa’s premier gateway to the timber, woodworking, furniture manufacturing, and forestry industries.

VISITOR PROFILE

WoodEX for Africa attracts a highly targeted audience of professionals and decision-makers from across the timber, woodworking, construction, and design industries. Exhibitors can expect to meet key buyers and influencers who are actively sourcing new products, materials, technologies, and solutions for their businesses. From manufacturers and contractors to architects, designers, and distributors, the show delivers a strong mix of trade visitors with real purchasing power and influence across the full value chain. This ensures that every interaction at WoodEX for Africa offers genuine potential for business growth, partnerships, and long-term opportunities.

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  • Forestry
  • Sawmilling
  • Furniture Manufacturers
  • Kitchen Manufacturers
  • Shopfitters
  • Deck Contractors & Installers
  • Truss Manufacturers & Installers
  • Woodworking Companies
  • Traders in Wood Products
  • Hardware Distributors
  • Woodworking Material & Consumables
  • Joinery Companies
  • Furniture Component Manufacturers
  • Flooring Companies & Contractors
  • Building Material Suppliers & Dealers
  • Importers & Exporters of Timber
  • Construction Companies
  • Architects
EXHIBITOR PROFILE

WoodEX for Africa is the premier platform for suppliers and manufacturers serving the full timber, woodworking, and construction value chain. The show attracts companies ranging from global machinery and technology providers to leading producers and distributors of finished wood products and materials. It is the ideal meeting point for businesses supplying furniture and kitchen manufacturers, shopfitting companies, flooring specialists, construction and building material suppliers, and the broader woodworking and forestry industries. Exhibitors showcase an extensive range of innovative timber and woodworking products, machinery, tools, and services.

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  • CNC Router & Milling Machines
  • CNC Plasma Cutting
  • Laser Cutters & Engravers
  • Edge Banders & Trimmers
  • Hand & Power Tools
  • Sawblades & Sharpening Tools
  • Forestry Industry & Technology
  • Wood Materials
  • Veneer Production
  • Furniture Machinery & Production
  • Solid Woodworking Machinery
  • Preservative Treatment
  • Timber Construction
  • Formica & Melamine Boards
  • Chipboard & MDF
  • Laminates & Plywood
  • Hardwood & Composite Materials
  • Veneer & Decorative Materials
  • Wood & Timber Flooring
  • Cutting Machines & Tools
  • Spindle & Turning
  • Saws & Sawing Machines
  • Portable Sawmills
  • Resaws & Edgers
  • Fastening Systems & Screws
  • Adhesives & Glues
  • Wood Treatment
  • Sealers & Varnishes
  • Many more timber related products, machines & materials
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