In our recent visit to the Taiwan International Sporting Goods Show (TaiSPO), it was an eye opener. Hundreds of exhibitors took the opportunity to showcase not only the most innovative but smart products to visitors.
As like the new themes of TaiSPO, “Fitness Lifestyle”, “Sustainable Life”, and “Sport Tech”, the options are endless. Some of the new innovations are so smart that never appear in our wildest imagination.
SportsWorld Malaysia team spoke to some of the industrial leaders, innovators and trend setters during the show between 22 and 25 March 2023. Read on…
Started in 1990 as a trading company, Dyaco expands quickly to become a brand portfolio business through product ownership, licensing, partnership and distribution agreements. With 2 large manufacturing facilities in Taichung and Shanghai, this Taipei-based company is exporting its fitness products to over 30 countries covering the home, commercial and rehabilitation markets.
Showcased at TaiSPO this year, Dyaco’s SOLE SRVO Multifunctional Training Station addresses the need for body and fitness training from the safety and comfort of homes in the post-pandemic era. Designed to be set up anywhere in the house, the machine has two servo motors, simulating 120 pounds per side, and includes standard tools and peripherals. Three pre-built training modes – normal, isokinetic, and eccentric – enable users to experience different weight training methods.
The SOLE+, the machine’s companion software, is Bluetooth compatible and offers up to 150 instructional videos on weight training, which users can browse to build the best suitable workout.
NATIONAL TAIWAN NORMAL UNIVERSITY
At this year’s TaiSPO, National Taiwan Normal University takes the opportunity to showcase its Sports Technology Expansion Project that combines R&D with industry resources to accelerate
the use of new sports technology. The program accelerates the introduction of new sports technology into the market, effectively enhancing Taiwan’s athletic competitiveness.
Among the program’s achievements is the LPS (Local Positioning System) wearable device. It is the only tracking system that able to locate one’s position within an accuracy of 20cm while indoor. This digitizes athletes’ physical performance, reporting their position on the field in real-time and improving the effectiveness of training.
Another success story is the WhiizU. This virtual cycling program allows users to experience virtual bicycle routes without cycling outdoors. It also increases cyclists’ enjoyment while using WhiizU’s virtual cycling routes to conduct training.
TAIWAN SMART TEXTILES ASSOCIATION
A cross-industry collaboration. Seeing the importance and adaptation of wearable technology, players from three industries, textile, electronics, and telecommunications, came together and formed Taiwan Smart Textiles Association in March 2018 to foster the development of smart textiles.
At the show, AiQ Smart Clothing Inc. unveils the Electrical Muscular Stimulation (EMS) Smart clothing. The EMS fabric may be transformed into Heart Rate Monitoring compression vests, ECG monitoring vests, remote health monitoring, and workouts.
Sunstar Taiwan Enterprises Co, Ltd introduces Smart Sensing Compression Calf Sleeves. Asiatic Fiber Corporation showcases its IQmax smart textile that combines fiber with electronics for the making of functional innovative apparel.
Zentan Technology Co, Ltd launched the Muscle Electromyography Sensor ZE1 at the show. The product senses human muscle activity and provides more scientific training guidance to athletes and trainers. The ZE1 has high sensitivity, high accuracy, and high stability. It can sense human muscle activity and provide comprehensive sports analysis and advice quickly and accurately.
B. GREEN TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. (Turtle Gym)
“To be like a turtle with Slow Living, Slow Exercise, Slow LOHAS. Step by step through exercise to promote health to achieve vitality and longevity purposely.” This is the philosophy of TURTLE GYM, a brand that has been developing wellness products and programs for elderly people. At the show, the brand showcases Elderly Care Equipment, including Elderly Gym equipment, Isokinetic equipment, whole body vertical vibration exercise and more.
JOHNSON HEALTH TECH. CO., LTD.
Johnson, an established brand in the health and fitness field displays its Matrix to visitors. For the premium fitness market, Matrix offers a complete line of cardio, strength, and group training equipment for health clubs, luxury resorts, and collegiate athletic teams, plus club-quality equipment reimagined for the home.
The Matrix Connected Solutions series offer a flexible digital platform that integrates data with hardware, software and third-party service providers’ products. The system could custom integrate with customer’s systems to provide custom solutions and improve asset management including branding, distribution of information and promotions to their members while exercising.
From the love of bodybuilding turned entrepreneur, Johnny who hails from Hong Kong sees an opportunity. Oftentimes, bodybuilders have difficulties finding outfits that suit their body structure. That led Johnny to start Teamjoined. The brand offers outfits for bodybuilders that marry performance and lifestyle together.
CONTINENTAL CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
Established in 1974, Continental Chemical Industries began its journey from an inflatable rubber balls maker to becoming a world class balls manufacturer. Many of Conti’s products are now certified by FIFA, FIBA, DVV-1 and other international sports associations.
The company’s sports brand, Conti Sports, features the B7000 Pro, a top-of-the-line product that is FIBA-approved for formal competition. The 16-panel basketball is patented in EU, the USA, Russia and China. The basketball is also made with top quality composite PU with micro-fiber backing paired with patented pebble channel design and patented sponge rubber carcass construction.
TAIPEI CYCLE 2023 and TaiSPO Focus on Sports Technology and Sustainable Business Opportunities
