Pre-Show Marketing

More than 90,000 potential buyers will walk the halls of McCormick Place looking for new technology and innovative products during IMTS 2008. Almost all of them will plan their visit prior to arriving at the venue. IMTS provides a variety of tools to help you focus those buyers on your products and services in advance of IMTS.

Pre-Show Press Promotion
Be sure to get the news about your IMTS exhibits to the metalworking audience! Check out our listing of key publications and make the power of the press work for you. You will also be able to access our online Media Center, which will make submitting your press materials simple and convenient.

Direct Mail
IMTS provides a wide range of materials that will help you send targeted mailings to key customers and prospects, geared to drive traffic to your booth. Choose from complimentary brochures for U.S. and international attendees, to mailing lists and to pre-show traffic booster programs.

Customer Registration Certificates
Invite your customers and prospects to take part in IMTS 2008, compliments of your company. These certificates work like cash and will allow recipients of your choice to register for IMTS 2008 at no charge. Log on to your E-Kit, check out the Marketing/Promotion/Sponsorship - Promotional Opportunities section for information on how to order.

Print Advertising
Focus your advertising on IMTS 2008. Advertise in key industry publications and look for special IMTS 2008 preview issues.