Increase industry connections through SME curated events. Strategic one-stop-shop locations have been selected for SME 2020 events to better meet the needs of industry professionals. Our events are designed to further advance manufacturing with a strong understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities the industry faces. SME events attract individuals across various industries and verticals creating a stimulating learning environment and knowledge share for all attendees.
At SME events you'll have the opportunity to witness product announcements, discover the latest applications and technologies, and learn where the manufacturing industry is headed next. Either as an attendee or an exhibitor, there is no better place to advance your business, goals, and strategic campaigns. Find inspiration, hear from industry experts, and learn how to take your manufacturing to the next level at our 2020 conference and tradeshows.
| Look Ahead to 2020 Events | |
|---|---|
| AeroDef Manufacturing (March 16 - 19 in Fort Worth, TX) | |
| RAPID + TCT (April 20 - 23 in Anaheim, CA) | |
| MMTS/STFM (May 11 - 13 in Montreal, QC) | |
| FABTECH Mexico (May 12 - 14 in Mexico City, Mexico) | |
| Smart Manufacturing Experience (June 2 - 4 in Pittsburgh, PA) | |
| FABTECH Canada (June 16 - 18 in Toronto, CA) | |
| NAMRC 48 (June 22 - 26 in Cincinnati, OH) | |
| FABTECH (Nov. 18 - 20 in Las Vegas, NV) | |
Key Numbers
Events
Engaged audiences in Canada, Mexico, and the United States in 2019.
Attendees
Experienced the exhibit floor and education programs participating in product evaluation, education and collaborative discussions.
Exhibitors
Demonstrated the emerging trends and technologies that are influencing the future of manufacturing.
Event Highlights
SME Launches New MT Series
SME and the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT) have partnered to bring together four strategic regional manufacturing events located in key manufacturing hubs across the United States.
Our Largest, Most Comprehensive RAPID + TCT Yet
RAPID + TCT is the hub for the additive manufacturing community, and where industry-accelerating products are launched. This is North America’s most influential additive manufacturing event.
FABTECH Reaches New Milestones
The 2019 event closed with record attendance of 48,278, providing opportunities for industry professionals from 95 countries to network and experience new and emerging technologies that are shaping the manufacturing industry.
Canada Manufacturing Is Booming
SME is committed to advancing the manufacturing community in Canada. Almost 13,000 attendees participated in CMTS 2019, Canada’s national stage for manufacturing technologies, best practices and industry connections.
