Media: Press Kit

About IMTS

IMTS is the largest manufacturing technology show and marketplace in the Western Hemisphere. With more than 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space, the show attracts visitors from more than 110 countries. IMTS 2022 had 86,307 registrants, featured 1,816 exhibiting companies, saw over 7,600 people attend educational events, and included a Student Summit that introduced the next generation to manufacturing. Powered by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.

Press Contacts

Leah Lewis
Partnerships Coordinator
LLewis@AMTonline.org

Chuck Schroeder
IMTS Media Representative
Owner, Insight Marketing, LLC
Phone: 414.467.3287
chucks@imipr.com

Bonnie Gurney
Vice President – Strategic Content and Partnerships
Phone: 703.827.5277 | Fax: 703.827.5250
BGurney@AMTonline.org

Registration for IMTS 2024 Now Open to Media

The show provides complimentary press credentials to the working media and certified industry or financial analysts. Media badge will grant you access to the show floor and most conferences held in conjunction with IMTS during the six days of the show. More information available here.

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Media Center Hours

Dates: Monday, Sept. 9 - Saturday, Sept. 14
Hours:

  • Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Media Center Location

North Building, Level 4, Room N426

Exhibitor Show Hours

Building / Level Hours
East Building, Level 3 7:00am – 5:30pm
West Building, Level 3 7:00am – 5:30pm
North Building, Level 3 8:00am – 6:30pm
South Building, Level 3 8:00am – 6:30pm
East Building, Level 2, Student Summit 7:00am – 5:00pm

Read the Latest from IMTS

Read more IMTS Press Releases

collage from IMTS 2018

Exhibitor Press Releases

The exhibitor press releases can be fround in the Exhibitor Showrooms. You can access a full list of all exhibitor press releases here.
Note: you must log in to view these press releases.

IMTS 2022 Photos & Video Footage

Follow the link below to access photos and b-roll video footage from IMTS 2022 approved for use by the media.

Media Gallery

Key Publication List

Check out our listing of key publications. Let us know if you want to be included by emailing llewis@AMTonline.org.

International Media

Find more sources for international information on our International Media page.

Quick Facts

Name of Show: IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show
Show Dates: September 9-14, 2024
Show Location: McCormick Place, Chicago, IL USA
Show Sponsor: AMT – The Assocation For Manufacturing Technology

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