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EVENT | April 09, 2026 – April 09, 2026

Build Your Automation Roadmap: Industrial Robots + Tooling

This hands-on event in Reno, NV will feature live Fanuc robot demonstrations, expert-led workshops, and real-world automation use cases. A recent report from the University of Nevada, Reno, commissioned by the Nevada Office of Workforce Innovation, identified workforce gaps across every regional economic development authority in the state, with fabricated metal manufacturing, precision machining, and electronics among the most acutely affected sectors in the Reno area.

EVENT | April 13, 2026 – April 16, 2026

Modex 2026

Modex (Atlanta) is where the manufacturing and supply chain professionals come together for the world’s largest supply chain experience. From hands‑on product demonstrations to one-on-one meetings and a conference with four keynotes and nearly 200 sessions, Modex 2026 is where they come to see the latest equipment and tech, learn the latest trends, connect with key suppliers and make strategic capital equipment buying decisions for their future operations. Key exhibitors include Beckhoff Automation, Festo, Interroll, Lenze, Misumi, Motion, Nidec Automation, Nord Drivesystems, Regal Rexnord, Siemens and more. 

EVENT | April 13, 2026 – April 16, 2026

AeroDef Manufacturing 2026

In 2026, AeroDef Manufacturing is represented on the national stage by a multifaceted showcase at RAPID + TCT 2026.

EVENT | April 20, 2026 – April 24, 2026

Hannover Messe 2026

From drive and fluid technology to digital platforms and IT security to industrial internet and robotics, Hannover Messe (Hannover, Germany) reflects the manufacturing industry’s broad scope and provides important economic and social impulses every year. 

EVENT | April 23, 2026 – April 25, 2026

2026 MPMA Annual Meeting

In an era defined by economic uncertainty, supply chain disruption, and rapid workforce change, senior manufacturing leaders need more than tactical updates—they need strategic clarity. The 2026 MPMA Annual Meeting held at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor, FL, is designed specifically to deliver that clarity. Hosted by the Motion + Power Manufacturers Alliance (MPMA), this member-only gathering convenes top executives from across the power transmission and motion control industry for high-level dialogue, peer connection, and forward-looking insight. 

EVENT | May 05, 2026 – May 06, 2026

SME Fusion 2026

SME Fusion (Nashville) focuses on providing actionable insights and strategies to fill the workforce pipeline, efficiently onboard and train new hires, upskill existing talent, and transfer vital knowledge.

EVENT | May 06, 2026 – May 07, 2026

Sandvik Coromant Tech Days

Registration is open for Sandvik Coromant “TechDays 2026” at the Sandvik Coromant Center in Mebane, NC. This two-day learning event will bring together engineers, programmers and manufacturing professionals for an immersive experience focused on improving productivity, advancing machining capabilities and exploring the future of connected manufacturing.

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EVENT | May 19, 2026 – May 20, 2026

CTI Symposium USA 2026

CTI Symposium USA examines the challenges in automotive powertrain development from passenger cars to heavy-duty vehicles. The program offers the latest solutions in the fields of electric drives, power electronics, battery systems, e-machines, components and the supply chain.

EVENT | May 20, 2026 – May 21, 2026

Control-Expert Days 2026

Control has always been the international benchmark for quality management. Control-Expert Days 2026 turns this claim into a focused format that addresses the key questions facing the industry: What does modern quality management need to become faster, more resilient, and more sustainable? Stuttgart provides the ideal place for this event.

EVENT | June 01, 2026 – June 04, 2026

Cleanpower 2026

Cleanpower 2026 (Houston) grows businesses by gathering key decision makers and stakeholders across the wind, solar, storage, hydrogen, and transmission industries for discussion, deal making, networking and a whole lot of fun. 

EVENT | June 09, 2026 – June 11, 2026

Fabtech Canada

Fabtech Canada (Toronto) is the country’s premier event for the metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing industries. With live exhibits and hands-on demonstrations, it’s a vital platform for networking, innovation, and staying ahead in Canada’s advanced manufacturing landscape. Exhibitors include Hexagon, Epicor, Wintriss ISB, IKO Thompson Bearings Canada, ABB, Yaskawa and more.

EVENT | June 09, 2026 – June 10, 2026

Gear Up for Precision Open House

This joint Open House highlights the critical synergy between high-performance machining and precision measurement. Attendees will see firsthand how Nidec’s production workflows are complemented by Wenzel’s inspection and validation technologies, helping manufacturers achieve higher throughput and tighter tolerances.

EVENT | June 15, 2026 – June 18, 2026

Reliable Plant 2026

This event (Reno, NV) offers attendees learning sessions and case studies on the latest industrial lubrication and oil analysis technologies. The comprehensive conference schedule covers every facet of the machinery lubrication industry and includes workshops on topics such as employee performance, lubrication fundamentals, condition-based maintenance and planning.

EVENT | June 22, 2026 – June 25, 2026

Automate 2026

Automate (Chicago) is North America's largest robotics and automation event with more than 1,000 exhibitors and 50,000-plus registrants. Topics include robotic automation, vision systems for quality control and inspection, motion control systems, AI and machine learning applications, collaborative robots, and industrial robots. Critical for understanding automation trends and includes comprehensive educational conference with 200-plus sessions.

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EVENT | June 25, 2026 – June 29, 2026

WorldPM2026

The Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF) presents the largest global powder metallurgy (PM) and particulate materials event that only happens once every six years in North America. The PM industry will come together where three conferences, the WorldPM2026, AMPM2026 and Tungsten2026, will be sintered into one global event. 

EVENT | June 30, 2026 – July 01, 2026

Dritev 2026

The automotive congress Dritev (DRIvetrain Transmission Electrification Vehicles) offers the powertrain community an optimal platform for exchange. Every year, decision-makers, experts and industry leaders from around the world meet in Baden-Baden, Germany. Here, vehicle manufacturers and suppliers exchange ideas and early capture innovations, developments and challenges in drive technology.

EVENT | July 15, 2026 – July 16, 2026

WZL Gear Conference USA

The WZL Gear Conference USA will take place on July 15 and 16, 2026, at KLINGELNBERG America, Inc. This renowned conference brings together North American companies with the Laboratory for Machine Tools and Production Engineering (WZL) at RWTH Aachen University and offers a compact overview of current developments and research topics in gear technology.

EVENT | September 14, 2026 – September 19, 2026

IMTS 2026

The largest manufacturing technology trade show in the Western Hemisphere and among the largest in the world. IMTS attracts nearly 90,000-130,000 attendees from over 112 countries. Pavilions include Gear Generation, Additive Manufacturing, Machine Components, Metal Cutting & Machining Centers, Tooling & Workholding Systems, Controls & CAD-CAM and Quality Assurance.