What is WEPACK?
WEPACK, known as the World Expo of Packaging Industry, is one of the most influential trade platforms for the global packaging and converting industry. Organized annually in Shenzhen, China, WEPACK brings together manufacturers, technology suppliers, raw material providers, equipment producers, and end users from every segment of the packaging value chain.
Rather than being a single exhibition, WEPACK is a large-scale industrial ecosystem composed of several specialized exhibitions covering corrugated packaging, folding carton, digital printing, paper packaging, flexible packaging, labels, logistics, automation, and industrial consumables.
Its importance lies in the fact that it connects every step of modern packaging production:
● Packaging machinery and converting equipment
● Corrugated and carton production lines
● Printing and finishing technology
● Flexible packaging materials
● Industrial knives, blades, and wear parts
● Smart manufacturing and automation systems
● Sustainable and recyclable packaging solutions
Every year, WEPACK attracts tens of thousands of professional visitors from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa. The exhibition has become a key meeting point for manufacturers seeking new suppliers, distributors searching for new products, and packaging factories looking for ways to improve productivity, cut downtime, and reduce operating costs.
For suppliers of industrial cutting tools, WEPACK is especially important because slitting, trimming, shearing, rewinding, and converting are at the heart of nearly every packaging production line.
What Will Be Different About WEPACK 2026?
WEPACK 2026, taking place from April 15–17, 2026 at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao'an), is expected to build on the momentum of 2025 while introducing several new industry directions.
1. Faster, More Demanding Production Lines
Packaging equipment manufacturers continue to push toward higher line speeds and tighter tolerances.
As a result, packaging plants will need industrial knives capable of:
● Maintaining edge sharpness for longer periods
● Operating under continuous high-speed conditions
● Reducing downtime caused by blade changes
● Delivering more stable cut quality over long production runs
The demand for high-performance tungsten carbide slitting knives is therefore expected to increase significantly in 2026.
2. More Attention on High-Value Consumables
In previous years, many factories focused mainly on large machinery. By 2026, more manufacturers are realizing that small consumable components—such as slitting knives, score cutters, razor blades, and shear knives—have a major effect on overall production efficiency.
Even a small improvement in blade performance can lead to:
● Lower downtime
● Better finished product quality
● Less raw material waste
● Lower overall operating cost
Therefore, industrial blade suppliers at WEPACK 2026 are expected to receive more direct attention from end users.
3. Expansion of Flexible Packaging and Sustainable Materials
The global shift toward flexible packaging and recyclable materials will continue.
However, these materials are often more difficult to cut cleanly. Thin films, biodegradable layers, coated paper, and multi-layer laminates can quickly wear down ordinary blades.
This creates a strong demand for:
● Ultra-fine grain tungsten carbide knives
● Mirror-polished cutting edges
● Precision-ground circular slitting knives
● Customized blade geometries for specific materials
4. More Customized Technical Solutions
Instead of buying standard blades only by size, customers increasingly want suppliers who can help solve specific cutting problems.
For example:
● Film edge cracking
● Paper dust during slitting
● Burrs on aluminum foil
● Frequent blade chipping
● Uneven slit width at high speed
WEPACK 2026 will likely place greater emphasis on suppliers who can provide complete technical solutions rather than simply selling products.
Meet Huaxin at WEPACK 2026
At WEPACK 2026, Huaxin Cemented Carbide will present its latest tungsten carbide slitting knives and customized cutting solutions for the packaging industry.
Visitors will have the opportunity to discuss:
● Their current cutting challenges
● Blade life and wear issues
● Slitting quality improvement
● Material-specific knife recommendations
● Customized industrial blade solutions
Whether the application involves film, foil, paper, corrugated board, or other packaging materials, Huaxin aims to help manufacturers achieve cleaner cuts, longer blade life, and more efficient production.
We look forward to meeting customers, partners, and industry professionals at Booth 8H02 during WEPACK 2026.
About Huaxin:Tungsten Carbide Cemented Slitting Knives Manufacturer
CHENGDU HUAXIN CEMENTED CARBIDE CO.,LTD are a professional supplier and manufacturer of tungsten carbide products, such as carbide insert knives for woodworking,carbide circular knives for tobacco&cigarette filter rods slitting,round knives for corugatted cardboard slitting ,three hole razor blades/slotted blades for packaging ,tape,thin film cutting,fiber cutter blades for textile industry etc.
With over 25 years development, our products have been exported to U. S. A, Russia, South America,India,Turkey,Pakistan,Australia,Southeast Asia etc. With excellent quality and competitive prices, Our hard working attitude and responsiveness are approved by our customers. And we would like to establish new business relationships with new customers.
Contact us today and you will enjoy benefits of good quality and services from our products!
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Huaxin Cemented Carbide manufactures custom tungsten carbide blades, altered standard and standard blanks and preforms, starting from powder through finished ground blanks. Our comprehensive selection of grades and our manufacturing process consistently delivers high-performance, reliable near-net shaped tools that address specialized customer application challenges across diverse industries.
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That depends on the quantity, generally 5-14days. As an industrial blades manufacturer, Huaxin Cement Carbide plans the production by orders and customers' requests.
Usually 3-6 weeks, if you request customized machine knives or industrial blades that are not in stock at the time of purchasing. Find Sollex Purchase & Delivery Conditions here.
if you request customized machine knives or industrial blades that are not in stock at the time of purchasing. Find Sollex Purchase & Delivery Conditions here.
Usually T/T, Western Union...deposits firstm, All first orders from new customers are prepaid. Further orders can be paid by invoice...contact us to know more
Yes, contact us, Industrial knives are available in a variety of forms, including top dished, bottom circular knives, serrated / toothed knives, circular perforating knives, straight knives, guillotine knives, pointed tip knives, rectangular razor blades, and trapezoidal blades.
To help you get the best blade, Huaxin Cement Carbide may give you several sample blades to test in production. For cutting and converting flexible materials like plastic film, foil, vinyl, paper, and others, we provide converting blades including slotted slitter blades and razor blades with three slots. Send us a query if you're interested in machine blades, and we'll provide you with an offer. Samples for custom-made knives are not available but you are most welcome to order the minimum order quantity.
There are many ways that will prolong the longevity and shelf life of your industrial knives and blades in stock. contact us to know about how proper packaging of machine knives, storage conditions, humidity and air temperature, and additional coatings will protect your knives and maintain their cutting performance.
Post time: Mar-30-2026
