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FABTECH Canada

FABTECH Canada 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.

today June 9 - 11, 2026 place Toronto, ON

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North American Research Conference (NAMRC 54)

NAMRC 54 is the premier international forum on manufacturing research. This event attracts more than 800 researchers and manufacturers from around the globe to share the latest manufacturing innovations and developments in manufacturing systems and processes, cyber-physical systems, and materials processing.

today June 14 - 18, 2026 place University Park, PA

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FABTECH

As North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event, FABTECH Las Vegas is your one-stop shop to see the latest equipment and technology, connect with leading suppliers, learn from the experts, and find strategies to drive your business forward.

today October 21 - 23, 2026 place Las Vegas, NV

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RAPID + TCT

RAPID + TCT provides everything you need to know about 3D technologies, all under one roof. Experience hundreds of hands-on exhibits, groundbreaking product announcements, education from the industry’s most respected experts and unparalleled networking.

today Conference: April 12-15, 2027 | Exhibits: April 13-15, 2027 place Detroit, MI

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Manufacturing Technology Series EAST

The Manufacturing Technology Series EAST featuring EASTEC, Smart Experience, SecureShop and Bright Minds celebrates the historical importance of Northeast manufacturing while showcasing its future in leading-edge industries such as aerospace, medical devices, automotive, industrial equipment and defense.

today May 11 - 13, 2027 place West Springfield, MA

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Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show - CMTS

Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS)

For more than 40 years, the CMTS audience from within Canada’s leading industries, including automotive and aerospace, have come together to source solutions and knowledge from the global leaders in machine tools and tooling, metalworking and advanced manufacturing. This national event offers a diverse mix of live technology on display, with unrivaled keynotes, panel discussions and technical sessions. CMTS includes several signature networking events where the industry comes together to connect, share and celebrate manufacturing.

today September 27 - 30, 2027 place Toronto, ON

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Manufacturing Technology Series Southeast

Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST

The Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST featuring SOUTHTEC, Smart Experience, SecureShop and Bright Minds is the single best source to discover the next evolution of your industry! Visitors can make side-by-side comparisons, discover integrated equipment, hear about industry trends and forecasts, and leverage their purchasing power.

today October 19 - 21, 2027 place Greenville, SC

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Manufacturing Technology Series Southwest

Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHWEST

The Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHWEST, featuring HOUSTEX, Smart Experience, SecureShop and Bright Minds is the region's industry-leading manufacturing trade show. From additive manufacturing to robotics, machining centers to welding, and dozens of technologies in between, showcase your product or explore the best in Southwest-manufacturing.

today November 2 - 4, 2027 place

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Manufacturing Technology Series WEST

In manufacturing, you can’t afford to stand still. Get the tools you need to rev up your business at The Manufacturing Technology Series WEST, featuring WESTEC, Smart Experience, SecureShop and Bright Minds where the West Coast’s brightest manufacturing minds come together to explore, evaluate, connect and do business.

today November 16 - 18, 2027 place Long Beach, CA

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