2016 America Coverings

2016 coverings is the stage for introducing some of the most innovative tile and stone products in the world. The exposition also serves as a valuable resource for continuing education for all categories of attendees, with informative, accredited seminars and live demonstration sessions conducted throughout the event.

On April 21, 2016, the America 2016 Coverings stone, tile, and flooring materials exhibition came to a successful conclusion at McCormick Place in Chicago. This prestigious event, which is renowned in the stone, tile, and flooring industries, attracted thousands of distributors, retailers, contractors, and designers, serving as a pivotal platform for showcasing new trends, machinery, and innovations in the stone industry.

Organized by National Trade Productions, with support from various industry associations such as the American Ceramic Society, the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers' Association, and the Indian Ceramic Society, 2016Coverings has been held annually since its inception in 1990. Having previously toured cities like Las Vegas and Orlando, the 2016 edition returned to Chicago, marking a significant milestone for the exhibition.

The four-day event showcased an impressive array of products, including various types of ceramics and tiles, natural stones, imitation stone products, diamond tools, stone processing machinery, and flooring materials. With an exhibition area of 39,870 square meters, the show featured over 1,100 exhibitors from more than 40 countries, including the United States, Canada, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Argentina, Turkey, and China. The exhibition drew over 22,000 professional visitors, representing a 23% annual growth rate, with 67% of attendees coming from companies with annual sales exceeding $1 million.

Among the Chinese exhibitors, Dongpeng Ceramics, a leading brand in the ceramic industry, showcased its new products, including natural stone-like tiles, which received tremendous attention from international buyers. These innovative products, which successfully replicate the textures and colors of natural stones, demonstrated China's capabilities in the high-end ceramic market. Dongpeng's participation not only helped to further expand its international market presence but also changed the perception of Chinese ceramic products among international buyers.