SOLIDS & RECYCLING-TECHNIK Dortmund 2026 celebrates its anniversary
SOLIDS Dortmund, the trade fair for granulate, powder, and bulk solids technologies, will celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026 under the motto “Ideas that move. Solutions that stay”. Exhibiting companies will showcase the entire spectrum of mechanical process engineering. At the same time, RECYCLING-TECHNIK Dortmund will be presenting machines, systems, and components for recycling and environmentally friendly disposal for the 9th time.
Over 365 national and international companies will be presenting innovations and proven solutions for the bulk solids and recycling industry – from conveyor belts, bucket elevators, dosing and weighing systems, screening and crushing technology to dust extraction and automation solutions. Long-standing exhibitors include AZO GmbH & Co. KG, EBRO ARMATUREN Gebr. Bröer GmbH, GKM Siebtechnik GmbH, REMBE® GmbH Safety+Control, SEW-EURODRIVE GmbH & Co KG, Doppstadt Umwelttechnik GmbH, PFREUNDT GmbH, and STEINERT GmbH. At the same time, new technology providers such as STRABAG AG, Optocycle GmbH, and Mineral Waste Manager GmbH are using the stage to present their innovations. “We are looking forward to exciting technical discussions and exchanges about our solutions in the areas of recycling, processing, and value stream management,” says Georg Lehde, Commercial Director, STRABAG AG, North Rhine-Westphalia.
For trade visitors, this means short distances, direct comparison of solutions, and many personal technical discussions in a short period of time.
New in 2026: Process Automation exhibition area
A key highlight in 2026 will be the new Process Automation area. Here, visitors will gain a concise overview of the latest developments in automation technology and its benefits for efficiency, transparency, and sustainability. Among other things, data integration and analysis, cloud-based solutions, remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, HMIs, MES, and sensor and control technology will be on display. Exhibitors such as BSG – Bruckmann Steuerungstechnik GmbH, MaintMaster Systems GmbH, OPDENHOFF Technologie GmbH, and SEW-EURODRIVE GmbH & Co KG will present specific applications for digitized and energy-efficient production processes.
Gain knowledge: lectures, expert forums, live explosion demonstrations, and podcasts
A practical lecture and discussion program will run on both days. At SOLIDS Dortmund, the InnovationCenter, ImpulsCenter, and SolutionCenter will offer expert presentations on research, trends, cyber security, process optimization, sustainability, AI, corporate succession, and more.
At RECYCLING-TECHNIK Dortmund, additional formats will complement the program, including lectures on PPWR, textile, PV, and battery recycling, digitization, and standards. Another key topic will be building material recycling. “With the lecture panel at SOLIDS & RECYCLING-TECHNIK Dortmund, we want to discuss current challenges and solutions in building material recycling. Building material recycling must be organized as an industrial raw materials economy. Standardized material classification, digital traceability, quality-assured processing, and certification are prerequisites for secondary raw materials to achieve primary quality and be used reliably,” explains Thomas Fischer, Managing Director of QUBA GmbH.
In addition, the IND EX® e. V. Explosion Safety Forum will take place on the morning of March 18, 2026. To complement this, REMBE will be giving impressive live explosion demonstrations to show how modern protection systems work and how explosion risks in industrial plants can be effectively minimized.
The industry podcast “BULK TALK” is also available in preparation for the event. Experts from industry and academia shed light on topics such as predictive maintenance, plastics and building material recycling, AI in production processes, skills shortages, diversity, and resilient corporate culture. Listeners can delve deeper into the content at the event itself.
Why it's worth attending in 2026
Trade visitors benefit from:
concrete solutions for bulk solids handling, recycling, energy efficiency, and process optimization
personal exchanges with experts from leading companies
two compact trade fair days that can be planned efficiently
synergies between the bulk solids and recycling industries – one ticket, two events
up-to-date knowledge on standards, regulation, digitalization, automation, and the circular economy
Anyone who wants to contribute to the future of bulk solids and the circular economy will find the right contacts, ideas, and technologies here to take their projects to the next level.
Free admission with registration code
Trade visitors can secure a free ticket for both days of the trade fair with the registration code 211.
