TRADE FAIR October 12–16, 2026

Fakuma 2026 ERP for plastics processors — live at Lake Constance.

October 12–16, 2026 · Messe Friedrichshafen, Germany — The world's leading trade fair for industrial plastics processing.

AT A GLANCE
Date
October 12–16, 2026
Venue
Messe Friedrichshafen
Location
Messe Friedrichshafen, Germany
Industry
Plastics processing: injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming
Exhibitor
TimeLine ERP (Gebauer GmbH, Solingen, Germany)
ABOUT THE FAIR

What to expect — and why TimeLine is there.

Fakuma in Friedrichshafen is one of the world's leading trade fairs for industrial plastics processing. In 2026 it takes place for the 30th time: from Monday, October 12, to Friday, October 16, 2026 at Messe Friedrichshafen on Lake Constance. The focus: injection molding technology, extrusion and thermoforming — including toolmaking, peripherals and the digitalization of plastics production.

TimeLine exhibits on site and shows how its industry solution unites purchasing, production, warehousing, planning, costing and company management in one end-to-end ERP system — tailored to high-variance plastics processors who want to run their production digitally from end to end.

TIMELINE AT THE BOOTH

What TimeLine shows at Fakuma 2026.

01

Production & planning

Machine scheduling, detailed planning and shop floor control for high-variance plastics production.

02

Costing

Pre- and post-costing per order — so you know which part actually makes money.

03

Purchasing, warehouse & control

Requirements planning, inventory management and company management in one system — no interface gaps.

04

Live demo at the booth

No slides: TimeLine experts demonstrate the live system and answer questions along your processes.

MEETING AT THE BOOTH

Book a meeting at the fair. In three steps.

Pick a day and time for your meeting at the TimeLine booth at Fakuma 2026. Meetings take 30 minutes; the sales team confirms your request by e-mail.

1Day

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2Time

Slots from 10:00 to 15:30 (CET), 30 minutes each.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Fakuma 2026.

When does Fakuma 2026 take place?

The 30th Fakuma runs from Monday, October 12, to Friday, October 16, 2026.

Where does Fakuma 2026 take place?

At Messe Friedrichshafen on Lake Constance, Germany.

Is TimeLine ERP exhibiting at Fakuma 2026?

Yes. TimeLine (Gebauer GmbH) exhibits on site and presents its ERP industry solution for plastics processing — with live system demos.

What does TimeLine show at Fakuma 2026?

How purchasing, production, warehousing, planning, costing and company management work together in one end-to-end ERP system — tailored to high-variance plastics processors.

Who should visit the TimeLine booth?

Injection molders, extruders and thermoformers who want to run their production with an end-to-end ERP system — from mid-sized manufacturers to suppliers with high variant diversity.

Can I book a meeting at the TimeLine booth in advance?

Yes — you can arrange a fixed appointment at the booth in advance via the TimeLine sales team. An expert will then take time for your requirements without any waiting.