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International Manufacturing Technology Show 2028
September 11, 2028 - September 16, 2028
Chicago, United States
About International Manufacturing Technology Show
Showcasing manufacturing equipment and industrial innovations with exhibits from global suppliers.
IMTS 2028 in Chicago
IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show returns to McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, on September 11–16, 2028, running Monday to Saturday.
What it is
A manufacturing technology trade show owned and operated by AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology. AMT's next show after IMTS 2026 is September 2028, so there is no 2027 show.
Who exhibits
Manufacturers and suppliers across these product categories: abrasive machining, sawing and finishing; additive manufacturing; automation; fabricating and lasers; gear generation; components, cleaning and environmental; metal removal; quality assurance; software; and tooling and workholding.
Who attends
AMT lists manufacturing and production managers, production and quality engineers, executives, design and R&D engineers, purchasing managers, plant managers, maintenance supervisors and digital manufacturing specialists. They come from job shops and contract manufacturers, defense, aerospace, medical, energy and automotive.
Planning ahead
AMT runs a Save the Date list for IMTS 2028 updates. Exhibitor space applications are handled through the organiser's Apply for Space page.
Next up in Manufacturing Trade Shows
See all manufacturing trade shows →Key Topics
- Metal removal and machine tools
- Additive manufacturing
- Automation
- Fabricating and lasers
- Quality assurance and software
Quick Info
- Dates
- September 11, 2028 – September 16, 2028
- Venue
- McCormick Place
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- Location
- Chicago
United States - Organizer
- Association for Manufacturing Technology
Industries
Upcoming Manufacturing Trade Shows
All manufacturing trade shows →Frequently asked questions
When is International Manufacturing Technology Show 2028?
International Manufacturing Technology Show 2028 runs September 11, 2028 – September 16, 2028.
Where is International Manufacturing Technology Show 2028 held?
International Manufacturing Technology Show 2028 takes place at McCormick Place in Chicago, United States.
How do I register for International Manufacturing Technology Show 2028?
Registration is handled by the organizer, Association for Manufacturing Technology — details and passes are on the official website.
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