This is a running list of all upcoming trade shows for the entire manufacturing industry. Check back often as we will be continually adding new trade shows. (Updated 6/8/23)
CES: Consumer Technology Association
January 5-8Las Vegas, NevadaLVCC & Venetian Expo and The Aria*Offers digital experience
More info: https://www.ces.tech/
AHR Expo: "HVACR Show"
Everything in HVACR.
February 6-8Atlanta, GeorgiaGeorgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young International Boulevard N.W.
More info:https://www.ahrexpo.com/
Southern Manufacturing & Electronics
Engineering electronics & industrial production hardware.
February 7-9Farnborough, England, UKFarnborough International Exhibition Centre
More info: https://www.industrysouth.co.uk/
PVC Formulations
Vinyl supply chain.
February 21-22Cleveland, OhioThe Westin Cleveland Downtown Hotel, 777 St. Clair Ave N.E.
More info: https://www.ami-events.com/event/a4e1680e-4d27-436c-a2db-dcff5ac80409/summary
HOUSTEX 2023
Southwest manufacturing technology.
February 21-23Houston, TexasGeorge R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas
More info: https://www.houstexonline.com/
SLAS (Society of Lab Automation and Screening) 2023
Life Sciences research; lab automation and tools; engineering.
February 25 - March 1San Diego, CaliforniaSan Diego Convention Center, 111 Harbor Dr.
More info: https://www.slas.org/events-calendar/slas2023-international-conference-and-exhibition/
SME MINEXCHANGE
National western mining conference.February 26 - March 1Denver, ColoradoColorado Convention Center
More info: https://www.smeannualconference.com/
MWC Barcelona
The future of connectivity with the global giants of the industry.
February 27 - March 2Barcelona, SpainFira Gran Via Exhibition Center, Av. Joan Carles I, 64, 08908 L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
More info: https://www.mwcbarcelona.com
AmCon Advanced Design & Manufacturing Show (Now Design 2 Part Shows)
Contract and Design Manufacturing.
March 1-2, 2023Arlington, TexasArlington Expo CenterMarch 29-30Atlanta, GeorgiaCobb Galleria CentreApril 26-27Secaucus, NJMeadowlands Exposition CenterMay 2-3Orlando, FLOrange County Convention CenterMay 17-18Schaumburg, IllinoisSchaumburg Convention Center- June 14-15
- Novi, Michigan
- Suburban Collection Showplace
More Info: https://www.d2p.com/
LEDucation
Solid-state lighting innovations/technologies, accredited seminars.
- March 6-8
March 6th is virtual onlyMarch 7-8 is in-person onlyNew York City, New YorkNew York Hilton Midtown, 1335 Av. of the Americas
More info: https://leducation.wpengine.com/
iMAPS DPC (Device Packaging Conference & Exhibition)
Microelectronics assembly & advanced packaging.
March 13-16Fort McDowell, ArizonaWeKoPa Conference Center, 10438 WeKoPa Way
More info: https://www.imaps.org/device_packaging_conference.php
IFPE/CONEXPO
Fluid power, power transmission, and motion control; construction.
March 14-18Las Vegas, NevadaLas Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Rd.
More info: https://www.ifpe.com/ OR https://www.conexpoconagg.com/
PROMAT 2023
Manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain.
March 20-23Chicago, IllinoisMcCormick Place, 2301 S. Lake Shore Drive
More info: https://www.promatshow.com/
HANNOVER MESSE
Industrial transformation; engineering, automation, energy, R&D, and industrial IT to subcontracting.
April 17-21Hannover, GermanyMessegeländeFrequency: Annually
More info: https://www.hannovermesse.de/en/
Advanced Factories
Industrial automation, robotics, AI, ML, VR/AR, and more.
April 18-20L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, SpainFira de Barcelona - Gran Vía VenueAv. Joan Carles I, 64 08908Frequency: Annually
More info: https://www.advancedfactories.com/
iMaps CICMT, HiTEC, and Power: Cross-Over Conference & Exhibition
Ceramic Interconnect and Ceramic Microsystems Technologies; High-Temperature Electronics; advanced packaging for power electronics.
April 18-20Albuquerque, New MexicoAlbuquerque Marriott Pyramid N., 5151 San Francisco Rd. N.E.
More info: http://www.viethconsulting.com/members/calendar6c_responsive.php?group=&org_id=IMAP&td=1680321600
Precision Machining Technology Show (PMTS)
New tech, machinery, and alternative vendor solutions for precision machining.
April 18-20Cleveland, OhioHuntington Convention Center of Cleveland, 300 Lakeside Ave.
More info: https://www.pmts.com/
Metalcasting Congress
Shaping the future of foundries.
April 25-27Cleveland, OhioHuntington Convention Center of Cleveland, 300 Lakeside Ave.
More info: https://www.afsinc.org/tradeshows/metalcasting-congress-2023
INTERPHEX
Pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing and supply chain.
April 25-27New York, New YorkJavits Center, 655 W. 34th StreetFrequency: Annually
More info: https://www.interphex.com/en-us.html
JEC World
Composite materials and applications.
April 25-27Paris, FrancePairs Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center, ZAC Paris Nord 2
More info: https://www.jec-world.events/welcome
Ceramics Expo (Also in conjunction with Thermal Management Expo)
Advanced ceramics products and solutions, technical ceramic applications; aviation, automotive, energy, medical, and electronics sectors.
May 1-3Novi, MichiganSuburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave.
More info: https://www.ceramicsexpousa.com/visit
Petfood Forum
Pet food manufacturing, research, and technologies.
May 1-3Kansas City, MissouriKansas City Convention Center, 301 West 13th St.Frequency: Annually
More info: https://www.petfoodforumevents.com/
OTC — Offshore Technology Conference
Oil & gas, offshore drilling, exploration, production, and environmental protection.
May 1-4Houston, TexasNRG Park, 1 Fannin St.Frequency: Annually
More info: https://2023.otcnet.org/welcome
interpack
Global packaging industry.
May 4-10Düsseldorf, GermanyDüsseldorf Trade Fair Centre, Stockumer Kirchstrasse 61, 40474Frequency: Every 3 years
More info: https://www.interpack.com/
World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition
Global hydrogen and energy.
May 9-11Rotterdam, NetherlandsRotterdam Ahoy, Ahoy Rd. 10 3084 BAFrequency: Annually
More info: https://www.world-hydrogen-summit.com
Robotics Summit & Expo
Design, development, manufacturing, and delivery of commercial robotics and intelligence products and services.
May 10-11Boston, MABoston Convention and Exhibition CenterAnnual
More info: https://www.roboticssummit.com
CICEE (China International Construction Equipment Exhibition)
International construction machinery.
May 12-15Hunan, ChinaChangsha International Convention and Exhibition CenterAnnual
More info: https://chinacicee.com/pc
EASTEC
Northeast manufacturing technology.
May 16-18West Springfield, MassachusettesEastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Ave.
More info: https://www.easteconline.com/
AICD Conference (Association of Independent Compressor Distributors)
Compressed air technology.
May 21-23Grapevine, TXGaylord Texan Resort & Convention CenterAnnual
More info: https://www.aicd.org/
AIHce EXP (American Industrial Hygiene Conference & Expo)
Occupational and environmental health and safety.
May 22-24Phoenix, AZPhoenix Convention CenterAnnual
More info: https://www.aihceexp.org/
CLEANPOWER
Renewable, clean energy technologies and solutions.
May 22-25New Orleans, LAErnest N. Morial Convention CenterAnnual
More info: https://cleanpower.org/expo/
Forge Fair
N.A.'s largest event for the forging industry.
May 23-25Cleveland, OhioHuntington Convention Center, 300 Lakeside Ave. E.Frequency: Annually
More info: https://www.forging.org/forge-fair-2023
COMPUTEX
Global ICT and IoT technologies.
May 30-June 2Taipei, TaiwanTaipei Nangan Exhibition CenterAnnual
Florida Water Resources Conference (FWRC)
Educational and technical conference and exhibition for water and wastewater industry.
May 31-June 3Kissimmee, FLGaylord Palms ResortAnnual
More info: https://www.fwrc.org/
AAAE Conference & Exposition (American Association of Airport Executives)
Airport products and technology.June 3-5Denver, COSheraton Denver Hotel & Conference CenterAnnual
More info: https://aaae.org/AAAEDEN/Default.aspx
Safety Conference (ASSP)
Safety professional development and expo.
June 5-7San Antonio, TexasHenry B. González Convention Center, 900 E. Market StreetFrequency: Annually
More info: https://safety.assp.org/
Valve World Expo
Industrial flow control.
June 7-8Houston, TexasGeorge R. Brown Convention Center
More info: https://valveworldexpoamericas.com/
SUR/FIN
Primary conference trade show for surface technology industry. Sponsored by National Assoc. for Surface Finishing (NASF)
June 6-8Cleveland, OhioFrequency: Every 5 yearsLikely the convention center, but not noted yet.
More info: https://www.nasfsurfin.com/
Pulp & Paper Industry Technical Conference
Advancing theory and practice in the electrical field related to the design and management of electrical systems within the pulp and paper products industry.
June 11-16Spokane, WAThe Historic Davenport HotelAnnual
More info: https://www.pulppaper.org/
International Microwave Symposium (IMS)
Materials, devices, components, design, and test solutions for the RF and microwave industry. Co-located with the RFIC (Radio Frequency Integrated Circuits Symposium) conference and ARFTG (Automatic Radio Frequency Techniques Group) conference.
June 11-16San Diego, CASan Diego Convention CenterAnnual
More info: https://ims-ieee.org
NFPA Conference & Expo
Products and services needed to help meet and maintain compliance with codes and standards related to fire and hazard protection.June 19-23Las Vegas, NVMandalay Bay Convention CenterAnnual
More info: https://www.nfpa.org/Conference
Paris Air Show (SIAE)
The world's premier and largest event dedicated to the aviation and space industry.
June 19-25Paris, FranceLe Bourget Parc des ExpositionsBiennial
More info: https://www.siae.fr/en/
Polymers in Cables
Advances in wire and cable material, technology, trends, and impacts.
June 20-21Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaSheraton Philadelphia Downtown Hotel
More info: https://www.ami-events.com/event/09f9f89b-cea4-4701-876a-dcd516fca230/summary
FITMA
Technology and manufacturing for Latin America metalworking sector.
June 20-22Mexico City, MexicoCitibanamex CenterBiennial
More info: https://www.fitma-la.com/?lang=en
EASA Convention & Solutions Expo
Electromechanical apparatus repair and sales industry.
June 24-27National Harbor, MDGaylord National Resort & Convention CenterAnnual
More info: https://easa.com/convention
SEMICON West
Microelectronics supply chain industry. Also in conjunction with FLEX conference + exhibition which showcases flexible hybrid electronics, printed electronics, and advanced packaging innovations.
July 11-13San Francisco, CAMoscone CenterAnnual
More info: https://www.semiconwest.org/
Reliable Plant & Machinery Lubrication
Machine asset management and reliability.
July 31-August 3Orlando, FLCaribe Royale ResortAnnual
More info: https://conference.reliableplant.com/
PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Cutting-edge packaging technology, processing equipment, and supply chain resources.
- September 11-13
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Las Vegas Convention Center
- Biennial
More info: https://www.packexpolasvegas.com
FABTECH
North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event.
- September 11-14
- Chicago, Illinois
- McCormick Place
More info: https://www.fabtechexpo.com/
The Battery Show North America
Battery and EV/HEV technology; transportation, stationary, portable, and industrial sectors.
- September 12-14
- Novi, Michigan
- Suburban Collection Showplace
- Frequency: Annually
- Offers virtual events
More info: https://www.thebatteryshow.com/en/home.html
Injection Molding & Design Expo
Free to attend, from Plastic News and Injection World magazines.
- September 20-21
- Novi, Michigan
- Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave.
More info: https://injectionmoldingexpo.com/
The Utility Expo
Largest event for utility professionals and construction contractors, including infrastructure engineering.- September 26-28
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Kentucky Exposition Center, 937 Phillips Lane
More info: https://www.theutilityexpo.com/
WEFTEC: The Water Quality Event
Wastewater treatment, design, and modeling; drinking water, water reuse, and water reclamation.
- September 30 - October 4
- Chicago, Illinois
- McCormick Place
- Annual
More info: https://www.weftec.org/
DeburringEXPO
Deburring technologies and precision surfaces
- October 10-12
- Rheinstetten, Germany
- Trade Fair Center Karlsruhe, 1 Exhibition Ave.
More info: https://www.deburring-expo.de/en/home/
NEW: Industrial Transformation USA
All about Industry 4.0.- October 10-12
- Indianapolis, IN
- Indiana Convention Center
- Annual
More info: https://industrialtransformationusa.com/
The Assembly Show
- October 24-26
- Rosemont, Illinois
- Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
- Frequency: Annually
SOUTHTEC
Southeast manufacturing technology.
- October 24-26
- Greenville, South Carolina
- Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr.
More info: https://www.southteconline.com/
Automation Fair 2023
- Week of November 6th
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
More info: https://www.rockwellautomation.com/en-us/company/events/in-person-events/automation-fair.html
WESTEC
Western manufacturing technology.- November 7-9
- Long Beach, California
- Long Beach Convention Center & Entertainment Center, 300 E. Ocean Blvd.
More info: https://www.westeconline.com/
Formnext
International meeting for additive manufacturing.
- November 7-10
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Messe Frankfurt
- Frequency: Annually
COMPAMED
High-tech solutions for the medical technology sector; Suppliers in the medical manufacturing industry.
- November 13-17
- Düsseldorf, Germany
- Messe Düsseldorf
- Frequency: Annually
More info: https://www.compamed-tradefair.com/
Smart and digital automation.
- November 14-16
- Nuremberg, Germany
- NürnbergMesse Exhibition & Trade Center
More info: https://sps.mesago.com/nuernberg/en.html
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