IMTS 2026 Highlights & Attractions
Between inspiring keynote speakers on the IMTS+ Main Stage, groundbreaking innovations in AMT's Emerging Technology Center, and Q&As with industry experts at technology conferences, IMTS 2026 will spark fresh ideas, unveil game-changing solutions, and create lasting connections.
Here are some of the IMTS Attractions you won't want to miss:
AMT's Emerging Technology Center
Sponsored by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, the Emerging Technology Center (ETC) is where the future of manufacturing takes shape. Explore disruptive technologies, visionary concepts, and first-look solutions that are redefining what's possible. To see where advanced manufacturing is headed next, start here.
Industrial AI Arena
Introducing the IMTS Industrial AI Arena, located at the epicenter of applied innovation at America's premier manufacturing technology event.
Armed with the power of artificial intelligence, bold, new players and veteran companies alike step into this proving ground to showcase how their products and services can solve manufacturing's toughest challenges. From quality and inspection to process optimization, downtime reduction, cybersecurity, ergonomics, safety, and demand forecasting, the Industrial AI Arena showcases breakthrough tools, prototypes, and platforms – real solutions that redefine what's possible on the manufacturing floor.
If you want to see how AI is transforming the production environment in ways that drive measurable performance, resilience, and growth... this is where the future takes the stage.
IMTS+ Main Stage
The IMTS+ Main Stage is your front-row seat to the people shaping the industry. Visionary leaders, engineers, creators, and machinists deliver ideas and insights you can act on. With daily keynotes, expert panels, podcasts, and live shows like IMTS+ Today and IMTS+ Unwind, the stage is packed with energy, inspiration, and practical takeaways.
Advanced Manufacturing Center
brought to you by Gardner Business Media
Modern Machine Shop, Gardner Business Media, and IMTS are once again collaborating to bring the Advanced Manufacturing Center to the front of the West Building on Level 3. Visit the booth to explore cutting-edge trends and technologies, enter exciting giveaways, and view the Parts Gallery, which showcases the best of U.S. manufacturing with standout examples from leading metalworking, additive manufacturing, and finishing shops, as well as insights into their production processes.
IMTS+ Technology Hubs
Need a quick pit stop? Pull in to the IMTS+ Technology Hubs! Located in the South building and the East building, these welcoming areas let you take a break and catch curated content about the people and breakthroughs shaping the manufacturing industry. Whether you want to learn something new, discover emerging technologies, or recharge before your next tour, the IMTS+ Technology Hubs provide a front-row view of ideas and innovations.
IMTS Manufacturing Showcase
brought to you by GIE Media's Manufacturing Group – Aerospace Manufacturing and Design, Defense and Munitions, and Today's Medical Developments
Introducing the Manufacturing Showcase at IMTS 2026 – a curated walk through real-world manufacturing success. Attendees will explore end products that push the boundaries of precision, performance, and reliability, such as an unmanned combat aerial vehicle from Kratos and advanced defense and medical displays. This exhibit highlights the sector's full value chain, from materials and processes to quality and integration, illustrating how cutting-edge manufacturing enables mission-critical systems and lifesaving innovations. See how advanced machining, automation, and technologies translate into rugged aerospace platforms, secure defense solutions, and clinically trusted medical devices – turning engineering vision into tangible, impactful outcomes.
IMTS Machinists Hub
brought to you by Practical Machinist
The Machinists' Hub, presented by Practical Machinist, is the place for machinists and shop owners to connect in real life. This engaging space brings the world's largest machining community together with live sessions, daily networking opportunities, happy hours, and conversations that inspire, educate, and entertain throughout the week.
Dia de América Latina en IMTS (IMTS LATAM Day)
Dia de América Latina en IMTS es un programa de conferencias de medio día para la comunidad manufacturera que habla español y asiste a la feria. El contenido se centra en tecnologías transformativas, manufactura sustentable y tendencias regionales y oportunidades de negocios en mercados de crecimiento acelerado de la región, México, América Latina y España. Con su registro a la conferencia, usted recibe también acceso a la recepción, Noche Latina Recepción, evento a llevarse a cabo por la tarde para ofrecerle una oportunidad de extender su red de contactos entre las comunidades de manufactura listadas arriba.
(presentados en Español)
Martes: Conferencias Matutinas y Noche Latina Recepción por la Tarde
LATAM DAY at IMTS is a half-day conference for the Spanish-speaking manufacturing technology community, focusing on transformative technologies, sustainable manufacturing, and regional trends in the high-growth markets of Mexico, Latin America, and Spain. Access to Noche Latina Recepción, an evening reception to give you a chance to network among the manufacturing communities, will be included with your registration.
(Presented in Spanish)
Miles for Manufacturing
The Miles for Manufacturing (M4M) 5K Run/Walk is AMT's annual community fundraising event. It was first run at IMTS 2014 and has raised more than $250,000. IMTS pays all of the hard costs of producing M4M, allowing 100% of the money raised from sponsorship and registration fees to be distributed to support advance manufacturing education at schools and STEM programs throughout the country.
Questions? Contact Catherine (Cat) Ross at cross@amtonline.org.
Smart Manufacturing Showcase
brought to you by AMT and SME
Improving competitiveness, throughput, and productivity in the face of the manufacturing skills gap, hear how technologies including automation, robotics, machine monitoring, workforce training, software, A.I., and others can help achieve greater outcomes for your business. The Showcase, powered by AMT and SME, offers education and useful strategies to adopt and implement smart manufacturing into a variety of manufacturing settings.