Cleanzone 2026 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Cleanzone 2026 is an international trade show focused on cleanrooms and clean manufacturing.

It covered what truly matters on the factory floor and in the lab: how to maintain cleanliness, reduce risk, and save time and money.

Venue: Messe Frankfurt, Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

One important note. The official Messe Frankfurt website states that Cleanzone 2026 will no longer continue as a standalone trade fair in Frankfurt due to changing demand in the industry. If you want a “go-to” trip, check the current status: the show has been discontinued as a standalone format.

About Cleanzone: what the show floor offered

Cleanzone brought together the entire cleanroom value chain: from design and fit-out to garments, consumables, and training.

• cleanrooms: design, construction, equipment, and operation;
• hygiene and contamination control;
• cleanroom textiles and protective workwear;
• consumables and materials;
• training and professional development.

Who Cleanzone was useful for

If you already run a clean area or you’re building one, this was the place to be. The show was all about “doing it right” and “not having to redo it later”.

• pharma and biotech;
• medical devices;
• microelectronics and component manufacturing;
• optics and laser technologies;
• food technologies;
• accumulators and battery manufacturing.

Another big advantage was the quality of the audience. According to the organizer, 82% of visitors were decision-makers with purchasing responsibility. And almost half arrived with a clear investment plan.

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The story of Cleanzone: how it started

The first Cleanzone took place in 2012.

In 2022, the organizer marked 10 years of the project. And in 2024, the show ran for the 10th time.

One more detail that adds credibility to the figures. The show’s key metrics were independently verified via the FKM exhibition statistics system.

Why Cleanzone stood out: numbers and facts that matter

Cleanzone 2026 was a “solutions-first” trade fair. And the 2024 stats make that clear.

• 1,400 participants from 41 countries;
• 77 exhibitors from 16 countries;
• around 35% of exhibitors came from abroad;
• 40% international visitors;
• 43% of visitors planned investments in cleanroom technologies;
• 69% of visitors attended for the first time;
• 91% of visitors were very satisfied with their visit.

Honestly, that’s a rare combination. A high share of first-time attendees and strong purchase intent at the same time. For exhibitors, it’s close to the ideal scenario.

Recognizable names at Cleanzone: 6 exhibitors people actually know

• Getinge. A strong brand in healthcare and controlled environments. At shows like this, people come to them for practical insight: how to build processes that work beyond “paper compliance”.

• Dastex. Cleanroom garments and solutions. In 2024, their development (in partnership with DITF) received the Cleanzone Award for a garment testing method.

• Daldrop + Dr. Ing. Huber. Known for modular cleanroom solutions and components. A great place to discuss turnkey projects and implementation timelines.

• CWS Cleanrooms. A specialist player in cleanrooms and related services. A solid contact if you need not only equipment, but also day-to-day operations that run smoothly.

• Decontam. Hygiene and decontamination solutions. Their booths typically attract teams dealing with risk and audits who want fewer surprises — and better sleep.

• Octanorm. Yes, it’s “about structures”. But in cleanroom projects, zones must be built neatly and logically, with no compromises on cleanliness or serviceability.

What Cleanzone showcased: product and service categories

If you’re planning to join similar formats, here’s what was in focus at Cleanzone—both on booths and in the program.

• Cleanroom design: planning, construction, fit-out, and infrastructure.
• Technologies and equipment: engineering solutions, parameter control, and monitoring.
• Textiles and garments: protective clothing, materials, and testing.
• Hygiene and consumables: products, materials, and everything “day-to-day”.
• Training: courses and upskilling.

Previous years’ talks often covered: contamination control, cleaning, standards, energy management, robotics, and project management.

Visitor tips for Cleanzone: how to get real value, not just “walk around”

It’s straightforward. The sharper your goal, the stronger your outcome.

• Arrive with a checklist. What hurts: particles, microbiology, garments, people flow, audits. Visit booths “by task,” not “where your feet take you”.

• Make time for workshops. It’s the fastest route to concrete solutions. And you can ask questions without rushing.

• Focus on real-world practice. Ask for project examples. Ask about maintenance, timelines, and common mistakes.

• Capture the next step immediately. After each conversation, note: contact, what’s needed, timeline, and owner. That turns a visit into real work.

How to exhibit at Cleanzone 2026 and what to consider

If we describe the standard Messe Frankfurt participation flow, it looked like this: registration via Messe-Login, space selection, service orders via the exhibitor shop, and preparing your company profile and materials.

The official website states that Cleanzone 2026 will no longer continue as a standalone event in Frankfurt. So it’s smarter to consider exhibiting in closely related themes and Messe Frankfurt platforms where the clean technology focus will move.

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