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Expoferretera in San José, Costa Rica, is the country’s most important hardware and construction trade exhibition, recognised as a major international business meeting for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, ferreteros (hardware store owners) and construction professionals from across Costa Rica and the wider Americas.
Organised by TYT Magazine and EKA Consultores Internacional, this long-running event brings together exhibitors showcasing a wide range of hardware products, building materials, tools, electrical and plumbing equipment, construction systems, finishes and related services — making it a key source for industry professionals to identify innovations, compare solutions and build commercial relationships in the heart of Central America.
Expoferretera’s business-focused environment supports direct engagement between buyers and suppliers, enabling visitors to speak one-on-one with manufacturers and distributors, explore product demonstrations, and negotiate advantageous terms that help grow their businesses. Past editions have drawn hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of industry buyers, creating a vibrant marketplace where new products are introduced and professional networks are expanded.
Beyond product exhibits, the fair typically includes educational activities such as talks, capacity-building sessions and conversational panels designed to improve business strategies, operational knowledge and market insight for participants. This blend of commerce, learning and networking helps address current challenges and opportunities in hardware retail and construction project supply chains.
The audience for Expoferretera spans hardware store owners, construction companies, contractors, architects, engineers, installers and other stakeholders looking to source quality materials and strengthen their industry contacts. Whether your focus is on tools and equipment, electrical and plumbing parts, structural products or construction support services, Expoferretera Costa Rica offers a dynamic platform to connect, discover and grow within the regional construction and hardware marketplace.