In addition to being an engine of economic power and a source of innovation that benefits the entire nation, manufacturing is critical to national security. Innovative new technologies and processes in manufacturing increase productivity, enable new products, and create new industries. Manufacturing is also among the highest-paying sectors of the economy. 

Just as a machine tool lays the groundwork for countless new parts, the American Precision Museum lays the foundation for inspiring the next generation of advanced manufacturers. Find out how offer hands-on activities with traditional and high-tech machines to foster and careers in advanced manufacturing.

See the newest robots and automation solutions on IMTS spark through live and on-demand exhibitor demos from trusted partners. Amp up your knowledge on automation technology and tools to increase speed, accuracy, safety, and even resiliency.

When researchers at the Department of Energy’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) set an audacious goal, they call it a moonshot. Their current moonshot is creating a machine tool base from a 3D printed polymer mold and concrete. Could this new combination of technologies lead to a renaissance in U.S. machine tool production?

What can you do in IMTS spark? You can find new products, equipment, and software to set new records for speed, precision, and performance; speak with experts; and even win free stuff. Hear the latest on this exciting new platform that's igniting Sept. 21, 2020.