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35,000 MANUFACTURING COMPANIES
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Produced by Trusted Manufacturing Leaders
By joining forces to create the Manufacturing Technology Series, SME and AMT have optimized the value of four leading manufacturing events. As an attendee, you gain invaluable access to leading exhibitors, industry trends, the latest manufacturing solutions and emerging technologies. This unified series lowers barriers to broader participation while fostering innovation, collaboration and growth throughout the industry.
Since the 1930s, SME and AMT have brought together great technologies, ideas, companies and people for events that have transformed manufacturing. By creating opportunities for connection, our events bring together makers and users, thinkers and doers, sellers and buyers who create the next generation of advanced manufacturing.
SME THEATER
Tuesday | Oct. 7
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Featured Speaker
Real Adoption of Automation & Physical AI in Small & Mid-size Manufacturers
Will Healy III , Teradyne Robotics
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Executive Perspectives Keynote Series
Primary Concerns of U.S. Manufacturers and the Impact of Technology
Moderator: Jamie Goettler, BTX Precision
Panel: Kenneth Cowan, Paperless Parts, Billy Bogue, Matsuura Machinery USA, Luis Solano, Google, Susan Murray Carlock , Mursix
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Leadership Panel
Secure Together: Developing and Implementing Cybersecurity on the Shop Floor
Moderator: CyManII
Panel: Foley & Lardner LLP, Humtown, Michigan Tech (Case Studies)
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
Featured Speaker
Uncover Hidden Cash With the R&D Tax Credit
Randy Eickoff, CPA, Acena Consulting
2:30 PM-3:00 PM
Featured Speaker Kennametal Spotlight Session
Wednesday | Oct. 8
10:00 AM-10:30 AM
Featured Speakers
Fire Side Chat - How a Small Fabrication Shop Started their Automation Journey
Moderator: Will Healy III , Teradyne
Panel: Bryan Montez , West Coast Manufacturing, Pat Hundley, West Coast Manufacturing
10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Executive Perspectives Keynote Series
Adoption of New Technology and Change Management
Moderator: Paul Boris , UiPath
Panel: Jim Van Buskirk , Methods Machine Tools, Steven Ilmrud , Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence, Susan Murray Carlock , Mursix
Wednesday | Oct. 8 (cont.)
1:00 PM-2:00 PM
Leadership Panel
New Growth Strategies for Small and Medium CNC Shops
Rick Schultz , FANUC America
2:00 PM-2:30 PM
Featured Speaker
Supercharge Capital Investments With Smart Tax Strategies
Randy Eickoff, CPA, Acena Consulting
2:30 PM-3:30 PM
Leadership Panel
The Programmer/Machinist Mindset: How to Strive for Continuous Improvement
Moderator : Graham Hargreaves, CAD/CAM Consulting Services
Panel: Nico Amato, Aerojet Rocketdyne, Rob Dusenbury, CAD/CAM Consulting Services
James Meyette, Selway Machine Tool Co.
3:30 PM-4:00 PM
Featured Speaker
Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Change How You Look at Your Business
Susan Carlock , Mursix
SMART MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE BARS BOOTHS 1948
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Tuesday‑Thursday | 10:00 AM‑3:30 PM
Closed from 12:00 PM‑1:00 PM for lunch
The Knowledge Bars are your go-to destination for fast, informal conversations led by experts in advanced manufacturing technologies. Gain insight into how automation, AI and software solutions are helping small- to medium-sized manufacturers solve big challenges. From boosting productivity to cutting downtime, these sessions are built to deliver actionable takeaways in real time.
FEATURED COMPANIES
Artisan Technologies
Cofactr
Complete Automated Manufacturing
Deltek
FEATURED TECHNOLOGIES
HD Solutions
Hawk Ridge Systems
Impaqx LLC
Limble
PayTrace
Automation and Advanced Robotics
ERP and CRM Software Solutions
Cybersecurity
Phillips Corp.
ShareCRM
Sugar CRM
The Attivo Group
Vroozi Inc.
Design and Inspection Tools Cloud and Network Security
EXPERIENCE
THREE ACTION-PACKED DAYS OF INNOVATION AND OPPORTUNITY
EXHIBITS
EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVES
Meet 350+ exhibitors in the fields of aerospace, automotive, energy, plastics, electronics and more.
Hear from manufacturing executives from major companies as they discuss the primary concerns of US manufacturing, including the adoption of advanced technologies, how AI will play a dominate role in how parts are designed, produced and distributed and more. Workforce challenges is part of the equation and will be covered.
LEADERSHIP PANELS
SMART MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE BARS
Industry experts discuss digital adoption, OT cybersecurity, workforce trends and AI’s role in manufacturing.
Located at each event, Knowledge Bars feature new advancements in smart manufacturing technologies, with a significant emphasis on transforming manufacturing operations through digital technologies. Hear from leading manufacturers as they share their expertise to prepare you to optimize your manufacturing operations.
SMART MANUFACTURING EXHIBITS
Explore Secure Shop solutions and digital tools that solve your toughest challenges and protect your operations.
SME BRIGHT MINDS STUDENT SUMMITS
Engage the next generation. Show students the future-forward technology awaiting them in manufacturing.
DISCOVER THE MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY SERIES WEST
Catch expert presentations on advanced technologies, trends and real-world business cases for smart manufacturing.
NETWORKING RECEPTIONS
Meet your peers, share ideas, tackle industry challenges and create new partnerships.
FOCUS ON EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
SMART MANUFACTURING
To remain competitive in today’s fast-paced market, you need to work smarter, not harder. Smart manufacturing technologies — like automation, IoT and real-time data analytics — can help you streamline operations, cut costs and improve product quality. With predictive maintenance, you can prevent costly downtime. With data-driven insights, you can make faster, smarter decisions. These tools don’t just optimize your processes, they open doors to new opportunities, helping you scale, meet customer demands and ensure your company’s competitiveness.
CYBERSECURITY
Cybersecurity isn’t just for big corporations, small- and medium-sized manufacturers are prime targets for attacks that can disrupt production, compromise sensitive data and hurt your bottom line. By implementing strong security measures like network protection, real-time threat detection and employee training, you can prevent costly breaches and keep your business running smoothly. Cybersecurity isn’t just about defense, it’s about building trust, ensuring compliance and securing your future. Don’t wait for a cyberattack to expose your vulnerabilities; take control now and stay ahead of the risks.
2025 EXHIBITORS (as
1factory Inc.
3DEO
AAF International
Accurex Measurement Inc.
Acer Springwood Industrial
Advanced Machine & Engineering
Advanced Nano Coating Technology Co. Ltd.
Air Cleaning Technology
Air Turbine Tools Inc.
Ajax Tocco Magnethermic Corp.
Allied Machine & Engineering
Almar Tools
American Additive Manufacturing LLC
AngleLock
Appward
ARCH Cutting Tools
Artisan Technologies
Attivo Group LLC
Beach City Lift
Beam Laser Systems
Belmont Equipment & Technologies
BIG DAISHOWA Inc.
Blaser Swisslube Inc.
Blast Cleaning Technologies
Bruderer Machinery
Bruker Alicona
Burr King Manufacturing Co.
CAD/CAM CONSULTING SERVICES INC.
Carmex Precision Tools LLC
Chambrelan SAS
CHUMPOWER MACHINERY CORP.
Clix Therapy
Closed Loop Recycling
CloudNC Ltd.
CNC Machines
Cofactr
Continental Diamond Tool
Coss Systems
Cube Accounting Solutions Inc.
Cutting Tool Engineering Magazine
DCM Tech Inc.
Dedeco International Inc.
Deltek
Delton International USA Inc.
Design 2 Part
Digipas Technologies Inc.
DISCUS Software Co.
DMM Technology Corp.
Docket
Doringer Cold Saws
DSD Business Systems
DuBois Chemicals Inc.
ECI Software Solutions
Ecoroll Tool Technology Corp.
Edge Technologies
EIGHT TOOL America
EMAG LLC
Epilog Laser Corp.
Excello Circuits Inc.
Expand Machinery LLC
Fisso USA Inc.
Form Grind Corp.
Formdrill USA Inc.
Formic
Formlabs
Full Spectrum Laser
of July 24, 2025)
Geneva Capital LLC
Genius ERP
Gimbel Group
GKS Lifting and Moving Solutions LLC
GoEngineer
Gradient Lens Corp.
Greenleaf Corp.
Griffo Brothers Inc.
GROB Systems Inc.
GU Eagle America Inc.
Hannibal Carbide Tool Inc.
Hawk Ridge Systems
Helixstorm
Helmel Engineering Products Inc.
HEMO Cleaning Systems USA Inc.
Hennig Inc.
Herding Filtration LLC
Heritage Crystal Clean
Hermle USA Inc.
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence
High QA
HORN USA Inc.
HTT-USA Deep Hole Drilling Solutions
IMAGINiT Technologies
Impaqx LLC
Industrial Metal Supply Co.
Insize USA
IPG Photonics
Ironorbit
Jay Manufacturing
Jergens Inc.
JR Machine Inc.
Kemet International Ltd.
Konnected Technology
Kurabo Industries Ltd.
Landmark Solutions LLC
Lang Technik USA
Left Coast Scales
Limble Solutions Inc.
Linde Gas & Equipment Inc.
LK Metrology Inc.
Lube USA Inc.
Lumafield
Mann+Hummel USA
Manufacturing News
Marubeni Citizen Cincom Inc.
Mate Precision Technologies
MB Metal Technologies LLC
Metal Supermarkets Family of Cos.
Methods Machine Tools Inc.
Mitsubishi Materials USA
MITUSA Inc.
Mitutoyo America Corp.
Modig Machine Tool
Multiax America Inc.
Nachi America Inc.
Nikon Metrology Inc.
Nitto Kohki USA Inc.
NSK America Corp.
OASIS Inspection Systems
Olympus Controls
OMAX Corp.
OPEN MIND Technologies USA Inc.
Orases
Packsize International
PayTrace
Performance Engineered Products
PINpoint Information Systems
Pivot Manufacturing
Pro Ultrasonics
Products Engineering Corp.
ProShop ERP
Protek CNC Sales Corp.
Quantum Machinery Group
Radian Laser Systems
Rapid Scan 3D
Recognition Robotics Inc.
Renishaw Inc.
RobbJack
ROEMHELD North America
Rolled Alloys
Rousseau Metal Inc.
Royal Products
Schaublin USA
SciAps Inc.
Scientific Cutting Tools Inc.
Select Manufacturing Technologies
Selway Machine Tool Co.
Senfeng Laser USA Inc.
Silvent California
SL Munson & Co.
SmartSights
SMW Autoblok Corp.
Solar Atmospheres
SolidCAM Inc.
Source Graphics
Southwick & Meister Inc.
Spira Manufacturing Corp.
Star CNC Machine Tool Corp.
Stor-Loc Corp.
SugarCRM
Sumitomo Electric Carbide Inc.
Supfina Machine Co.
Tata Technologies
TCI Precision Metals
ToGo Prototype Corp.
Tomei Diamond Co. Ltd.
Tool Holder Shop Inc.
TRAK Machine Tools
Travers Tool Co.
TriMech
Trinity Robotics Automation
Trotec Laser
TSLOTS by Bonnell Aluminum
TYKMA Electrox
Ultra Carbide Inc.
Ultraflex Power Technologies Corp.
Universal Robots
US Shop Tools
Vargus USA
Verisurf Software Inc.
VKS - Visual Knowledge Share
Vroozi
Waldmann Lighting Co.
Weima America Inc.
Whitney Tool Company Inc.
YG-1 Tool Co.
ZEISS Industrial Quality Solutions
Zimmermann Inc.
Zoller Inc.
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