Event Overview - The International Builders' Show (IBS) is the largest construction industry event in North America, organized by the National Association of Home Builders, which has 200,000 member companies [6] - The next IBS will take place from February 17 to 19, 2026, in Orlando, with an annual frequency [1] Market Analysis - The 2025 IBS attracted over 1,500 exhibitors from more than 20 countries, showcasing thousands of new products and technologies in the building materials sector, with an exhibition area of 609,000 square feet, a 4.6% increase from the previous year [6] - Online registration for professional attendees exceeded 100,000, including builders, architects, designers, and building materials traders and distributors [6] Participation of Chinese Exhibitors - Over 300 Chinese exhibitors participated, representing various regions such as Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Anhui, Jiangsu, Shandong, Tianjin, Hebei, and Beijing, focusing on products like doors, windows, bathroom fixtures, flooring, metal products, lighting, stone, and construction machinery [7] - A significant proportion of exhibitors reported establishing connections with both new and existing customers, with some receiving on-site orders and expressing willingness to participate in the next event [7] Importance of the U.S. Market - The U.S. is the world's largest economy, and the construction industry is a vital sector, contributing significantly to export trade [4] - The U.S. building materials market remains promising, with IBS serving as a primary platform for Chinese building material companies to enter the North American market [4]