From industrial AI and additive manufacturing to leadership and business strategy, IMTS 2026 features 9 conference programs designed to help attendees expand their knowledge and stay ahead of industry trends. Visit IMTS.com/Conferences. Manufacturing technology is evolving faster than ever, and staying competitive increasingly depends on access to the latest ideas, strategies, and innovations. At IMTS 2026 – The International Manufacturing Technology Show, returning Sept. 14-19, 2026, at McCormick Place in Chicago, you will find more than equipment and technology demonstrations; you will gain opportunities to expand your knowledge, strengthen industry connections, and discover practical solutions to apply immediately. Spanning more than 1.2 million square feet with over 1,800 exhibitors, IMTS 2026 brings together manufacturing professionals from across the industry to explore advancements in automation, additive manufacturing, software, inspection, machining, tooling, workholding, fabrication, and more. The show floor offers direct access to technologies designed to improve productivity, efficiency, and operational performance. Beyond the exhibits, IMTS conferences and workshops provide attendees with deeper insight into emerging technologies, business strategies, workforce development, and operational excellence. Whether you are looking to improve shop performance, understand the future of industrial artificial intelligence, explore additive manufacturing applications, or gain financial and leadership insights, the conference lineup delivers targeted education and connections just for you. Register NowConference programming at IMTS 2026 includes: The IMTS 2026 Conference, Monday, Sept. 14-Thursday, Sept.17 IMTS Job Shops Workshop, Tuesday, Sept. 15 IMTS Conferencias Técnicas (Spanish-language programming), Tuesday, Sept. 15 IMTS Investor Summit, Tuesday, Sept. 15 AM+ Workshop: Aerospace and Defense, Tuesday, Sept. 15 IMTS Elevate, Wednesday, Sept. 16 IMTS Industrial AI Conference, Wednesday, Sept. 16 Industrial Laser Conference, Wednesday, Sept. 16 Mission-Ready Manufacturing: How to Win Work in DoD, Space & Aerospace, Wednesday, Sept. 16 As manufacturing continues to evolve, industry-specific knowledge and professional connections are becoming as important as the technologies themselves. IMTS 2026 offers you the opportunity to explore new possibilities, gain actionable insights, and better prepare for the future of manufacturing. Start planning your experience. Visit IMTS.com/Conferences to find the right program for you.
Beyond the exhibits, IMTS 2026 conferences and workshops provide attendees with deeper insight into emerging technologies, business strategies, workforce development, and operational excellence.
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