IMTS News

September 15, 2026

Don't Miss These IMTS Attractions

From AI-powered drone flights, eVTOL aircraft, and supersonic simulators to networking hubs and live stages, the finest examples of manufacturing are around every corner at IMTS 2026, this week at McCormick Place, in Chicago.

Here’s a rundown of exceptional attractions, including the Pivotal Helix eVTOL personal aircraft in IMTS Plaza, live drone manufacturing at the AMT Emerging Technology Center, the IMTS Machinists’ Hub, and the IMTS Supersonic Experience.

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Get Ahead of What’s Coming Next

The IMTS+ Main Stage brings expert insights to the show floor. Hear leaders break down trends, technologies, and strategies shaping manufacturing.
 

Industry News

• IMTS's Sept. 16 Industrial AI Conference will focus on practical factory floor AI, including how to find productivity gaps and overcome bad data.

   

• Reshoring gains momentum in 2026. Explore key trends and see the National Reshoring Awards announced at IMTS 2026 on Thursday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m.
  
  

• Explore 10 smart part-movement systems from bar feeders to RFID error-proofing that boost manufacturing by automating part flow, transfer, and setup.

   

• Someone might imagine manufacturing automation as robots tending CNC machines. But this mental image represents a huge misconception about automation.

   

• Indian government incentives have spurred $25.5 billion in actual manufacturing investment and generated approximately $161.7 billion in exports.

   

• AMT and Women in Manufacturing are co-hosting the ELEVATE Conference to connect the community of women who power the manufacturing industry.

   

• Running for a cause fuels change. The Miles for Manufacturing 5K Run/Walk returns to IMTS 2026 tomorrow to fund the next generation of industry.

   

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See What’s Next in Production Live

Discover what’s possible with the AMT Emerging Technology Center at IMTS. Watch a fully integrated production system running end to end in a real-world environment.

Events

Connect With the Machining Community

The IMTS Machinists’ Hub brings together machinists for live talks and peer exchange. Learn from real-world experience and build valuable connections.

Attractions

Turn AI Into Measurable Results 

At IMTS, the Industrial AI Arena shows how AI improves uptime, quality, and throughput. Compare real applications and see what actually works on the floor.

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About IMTS

IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show is where the creators, builders, sellers, and drivers of manufacturing technology come to connect and Achieve the Impossible. Produced by AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology, IMTS is the largest manufacturing technology show in the Western Hemisphere. IMTS 2026 will be held Sept. 14-19, 2026, at McCormick Place in Chicago.