International Manufacturing Technology Show 2026 (IMTS 2026)
IMTS 2026 is the largest manufacturing technology trade show in the Western Hemisphere. While broader than robotics alone, it includes major automation, industrial robotics, digital factory, manufacturing software, additive manufacturing, inspection, controls, sensors, machining, IIoT and production technology categories.
Event at a glance
Dates: September 14, 2026 – September 19, 2026
Duration: 6 Days
Location: Chicago, IL, USA
Event status: PAST
Main themes
Industrial automation
Sensing and perception
Intelligent robotics and research
Why this event matters
A key event for robotics and automation teams selling into manufacturing because it concentrates buyers, machine builders, automation vendors and production technology decision makers. Particularly useful for industrial automation, robot machining, inspection and factory modernization.
Speakers and community
AMT leaders - organizers and manufacturing technology voices opening show content. | Automation sector presenters - exhibitors and experts on robotics, digital factory and production systems. | Technology theatre speakers - presenters on machining, inspection, additive manufacturing, software and manufacturing innovation.
Venue and setting
McCormick Place, Chicago
Previous editions
IMTS 2024 was the prior biennial edition; IMTS 2026 follows the established Chicago show cycle.
