GalvInfo China Conference 2026 Xuzhou, China | June 15–17, 2026
1. Overview
The GalvInfo Technical Center, established by the International Zinc Association (IZA), is a globally recognized platform for galvanizing technology support and knowledge exchange. Since its founding in 1999, GalvInfo has delivered international training programs and technical services for the hot-dip galvanizing industry, promoting continuous innovation and global standardization.
On June 15–17, 2026, GalvInfo will host its first China-based conference—GalvInfo China Conference 2026. This event will focus on advanced continuous hot-dip galvanizing technologies for high-end home appliance and automotive steel.
The conference integrates international best practices with real-world industrial experience, providing in-depth insights into metallurgy, coating control, surface engineering, and defect mitigation. Special emphasis will be placed on high surface-quality appliance steel and third-generation Advanced High-Strength Steel (AHSS) for automotive applications.
2. Organizers
Host
International Zinc Association Shanghai Office
Technical Support
GalvInfo Technical Center
Co-Organizers (Partial List)
China Baowu Steel Group
Ansteel Group
Shougang Group
Tangshan Iron and Steel Group
Hunan Valin Steel
Xuzhou RITMAN Equipment Technology Co., Ltd.
Jiangsu Baohwa Metal Materials Co., Ltd.
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Organizer
Zinc Information Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
3. Key Highlights
The conference brings together leading global and domestic players in galvanizing technology. International companies such as ArcelorMittal and Tata Group will share advanced technical expertise alongside China’s top steel producers.
Focusing on high-end appliance and automotive galvanized steel, the event features 12 core technical modules designed to address key production challenges and bridge theory with industrial practice.
4. Technical Program
1. Product Positioning & Market Trends
Insights into global development trends and future directions for high-end galvanized steel products.
2. Process Overview
Comprehensive introduction to continuous hot-dip galvanizing (HDG) processes and key technical considerations.
3. Critical Process Control
Annealing furnace operation and control
AHSS processing characteristics
Zinc bath chemistry management
Coating weight control
Air knife stability and uniformity
Post-treatment and downstream processing
4. Coating & Advanced Materials Technologies
Galvannealing (GA) processes
Zn-Al-Mg coating control and applications
5. Quality Control & Defect Analysis
Identification, mechanism analysis, and solutions for surface defects.
6. Equipment Operation & Maintenance
Optimization strategies and lifecycle management for key production equipment.
7. Plant Tour
On-site visit to a Zn-Al-Mg production line at Jiangsu Baohua.
5. Why Attend
Gain access to cutting-edge global galvanizing technologies
Learn practical solutions for high-end product manufacturing
Improve product quality and production stability
Network with industry experts and leading steel producers worldwide
