A total of 84 companies from Tai'an participate in the 136th China Import and Export Fair, widely known as the Canton Fair. [Photo/Taian Daily]

The 136th China Import and Export Fair, widely known as the Canton Fair, is now in full swing in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, and many companies are participating for the first time, bringing together both traditional and new participants to seek business opportunities, bringing renewed vitality to manufacturing in Tai'an.

In this edition of the Canton Fair, a total of 84 companies from Tai'an are exhibiting with 119 booths covering various industries such as hardware, machinery, and new materials. Among them were national-level high-tech enterprises, manufacturing champions, and specialized and special "small giant" enterprises, accounting for over 65 percent of the total. Eighteen of the companies were participating for the first time, bringing together new and existing companies looking to expand into the international market.

At the exhibition, the latest laser cutting machine showcased by Shandong Anshecl Machinery was the only large-scale fully automatic piece of laser cutting equipment in the entire exhibition area, demonstrating unique advantages in industrial automation and intelligent manufacturing and attracting many visitors.

"The laser cutting machine manufactured by Shandong Anshecl Machinery using cutting-edge technology can meet customer needs and is also at the forefront of energy conservation and environmental protection," said the person in charge of the company.

In addition to Shandong Anshecl Machinery, Tai'an companies such as Ropenet Group Co Ltd and Shandong Asiawing Motors have showcased their latest products focusing on new quality productive forces.