The Largest Manufacturing Show in the Western Hemisphere
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About the Show
IMTS 2026 took place September 14–19, 2026 at McCormick Place, Chicago. The next edition, IMTS 2028, is scheduled for September 11–16, 2028, also at McCormick Place. Move-in planning and booth costs are in our IMTS 2028 exhibitor guide.
As the largest manufacturing technology trade show in the Western Hemisphere, IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show draws the innovators, sellers, and drivers of manufacturing technology together to connect, be inspired, and find new solutions.
Who Should Exhibit?
IMTS brings together the people shaping the future of manufacturing—from engineers and plant operators to machinery buyers, system integrators, and technology decision-makers. Exhibiting gives your brand an opportunity to showcase solutions, demonstrate capabilities, and connect with professionals looking for the next generation of manufacturing technology.
- Reach Manufacturing Decision-Makers: Connect with professionals evaluating machinery, automation, software, tooling, and production technologies.
- Showcase Your Technology: Demonstrate equipment, systems, and solutions in a hands-on environment where visitors can see your capabilities in action.
- Build Valuable Industry Connections: Engage with manufacturers, engineers, integrators, and production leaders seeking solutions to improve efficiency and operations.
- Generate New Business Opportunities: Turn meaningful booth conversations and product demonstrations into qualified leads, partnerships, and long-term customer relationships.
Who Attends?
Connect with key decision-makers and industry experts representing various areas of manufacturing and production, such as:
- Manufacturing & Production Leadership
- Quality and Process Engineers
- Executive Management Teams
- Design, Development & R&D Specialists
- Purchasing and Procurement Managers
Why Should You Exhibit?
Connect with Industry Leaders
Meet plant managers, manufacturing engineers, machine-tool buyers, and production leaders from across North America and around the world.
Showcase New Innovations
Demonstrate machinery, automation, CNC and additive technologies, tooling, and software with live demos on the show floor.
Generate High-Quality Leads
Engage directly with purchasing managers, system integrators, and industrial decision-makers who come to IMTS ready to evaluate and buy.
Increase Brand Visibility
Position your company alongside the leading names in machine tools, automation, and manufacturing technology.
Key Highlights from Previous Editions
- Manufacturing Technology Showcase IMTS brings together leading manufacturers and technology providers showcasing advanced solutions for modern manufacturing operations.
- Innovation Across Industries Previous editions have featured automation, additive manufacturing, CNC machining, robotics, software, digital manufacturing, tooling, and other emerging technologies.
- Live Technology Demonstrations Visitors can explore machines, systems, software, and integrated manufacturing solutions through hands-on demonstrations across the show floor.
- Education & Industry Insights Conferences, expert presentations, technology-focused sessions, and interactive programs help manufacturing professionals discover practical solutions and emerging industry trends.