Annual North American gathering for the ferroalloys value chain, where producers, traders and end-users from steel, foundry, aerospace and energy meet to network and discuss market outlook.
Who it's for
Ferroalloy producers, traders, procurement leaders and end-users in steel, foundry, aerospace and energy
·Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL
Technical conference and exhibition on electronics manufacturing, with sessions across six tracks including advanced packaging, automation and AI, reliability and testing, and sustainability.
Who it's for
Electronics manufacturing engineers and professionals
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
Surface Mount Technology Association (SMTA)
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Current price: Conference Package (Oct 26-29): $1,250
Expo pass
Current price: Exhibition-only pass: Free
Conference Bundle (Oct 25-29, with 3 professional development courses) is $1,575 non-member. 10% early registration discount before Sept 18, 2026.
·Bruce E. Hagensen Community Room, Water Resources Education Center, Vancouver, WA
Half-day regional forum with keynotes, peer discussions and panels on technology adoption, workforce and leadership for Southwest Washington manufacturers.
Who it's for
Manufacturing owners, executives, operations and continuous improvement leaders, and regional support organizations
A one-day gathering for Massachusetts manufacturers with tracks for manufacturers, startups, educators and the future workforce, built around sharing best practices and making connections.
Who it's for
Massachusetts manufacturers, startups, educators and workforce talent
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative (Center for Advanced Manufacturing)
One-day conference in Anaheim on paper and pulp production, sustainable paper packaging, alternative fibers, recycling and clean-label compliance.
Who it's for
Paper and pulp manufacturers, packaging and corrugated companies, recycling, materials and machinery suppliers, and sustainability and compliance professionals
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
IQ International PTe. LTD
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Current price: Regular price: $1,395
Super early bird (795) and early bird (995) tiers are shown as sold out; no deadlines published.
·Crowne Plaza Chicago O'Hare Hotel & Conference Center, Chicago, IL
One-day summit on applying smart manufacturing, AI, automation and Industry 4.0 in aerospace and defense, featuring a plenary panel with CESMII and A&D industry leaders.
Who it's for
Aerospace and defense manufacturers, researchers, government and technology providers working on digital transformation
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
CESMII / AMG World Ltd.
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Expired: Early bird (consultants, technology & solution providers): $1,495 until Aug 6, 2026
Expired: Second tier (consultants, technology & solution providers): $1,695 until Aug 28, 2026
Expired: Third tier (consultants, technology & solution providers): $1,795 until Sep 25, 2026
Current price: Standard (consultants, technology & solution providers): $1,895
Two-day summit where New York startups, researchers and manufacturers showcase emerging technologies and discuss commercialization; includes the NYSTAR Annual Meeting.
Who it's for
Startups, economic developers, manufacturers and researchers in New York State
Fall convention connecting shortline farm equipment manufacturers with distributors and independent sales reps, with education sessions and an industry showcase held with EMDA.
Who it's for
Farm equipment manufacturers, distributors and independent sales reps: sales, marketing, leadership and operations staff
Co-located advanced manufacturing expo in Minneapolis covering medtech, automation, design and manufacturing, plastics and packaging, with a seven-track conference program.
Who it's for
Engineers, product developers and sourcing leaders in medtech and advanced manufacturing
Approx. size
5,000+ attendees · 570+ exhibitors
Organizer
Informa
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Expired: Super Early Bird (2-Day Conference Pass): $529 until Aug 14, 2026
Expired: Early Bird (2-Day Conference Pass): $629 until Sep 16, 2026
Expired: Advanced (2-Day Conference Pass): $749 until Oct 21, 2026
Current price: Onsite (2-Day Conference Pass): $879
Expo Pass is complimentary for qualified attendees who register by September 16; Advanced $50, onsite $199. Pass tier amounts were read from the pricing page text, where column alignment was ambiguous.
·Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL
A Midwest trade show focused on assembly technology, automation, fastening and joining, held alongside The Quality Show and the SMTA International show floor for electronics manufacturing.
Who it's for
Manufacturing and assembly engineers, quality professionals and plant managers
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
BNP Media (ASSEMBLY magazine)
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Expired: Super early bird: $195 until Sep 11, 2026
Expired: Early bird: $245 until Oct 2, 2026
Current price: Standard: $295
Expo pass
Expired: Super early bird: Free until Sep 11, 2026
·The Citizen Hotel, Autograph Collection, Sacramento, CA
Awards luncheon where California's most notable manufactured product is announced live, with featured speakers and remarks from the prior year's champion.
Who it's for
Manufacturers, suppliers and others interested in California manufacturing innovation
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
California Manufacturers & Technology Association (CMTA)
One-day free event at Ford Field with exhibits, technical seminars and workshops on automation, digitalization, controls and drive technologies, plus a networking reception.
Who it's for
Manufacturing executives, engineers and automation professionals
Approx. size
1,000+ attendees
Organizer
Electro-Matic and Siemens
Year started
Unknown
Price
Expo pass
Current price: Free admission: Free
Free to attend; registration required for seminars and hands-on exhibits.
·The Conference Center at Guilford Technical Community College, Colfax, NC
Two-day AHFA program on the regulatory landscape for home furnishings, with sessions on EPA processes, PFAS reporting, Proposition 65, ASTM standards and international requirements, featuring EPA and CPSC speakers.
Who it's for
Professionals in regulatory affairs, product safety, legal compliance and supply chain oversight
Three co-located B2B expos in Atlanta covering critical minerals, battery recycling and e-waste recycling, with a two-day conference and an exhibit hall.
Who it's for
Decision makers across the critical minerals, battery recycling and electronics recycling supply chains
Approx. size
150+ exhibitors
Organizer
Trans-World Events
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Current price: Free registration: Free
Expo pass
Current price: Free registration: Free
Site states one free ticket covers all three exhibitions and the conference
Co-located exhibition and conference on electronics recycling and the circular economy, held alongside the Critical Minerals and Battery Recycling expos. Entry is free.
Who it's for
Electronics recyclers, e-waste processors, equipment suppliers and sustainability professionals
A regional contract-manufacturing marketplace where OEM engineers and buyers meet job shops and suppliers of machining, molding, fabrication, castings and electronics. This edition serves the Ohio market.
Who it's for
OEM design engineers, purchasing managers and sourcing professionals
Asphalt and paving equipment show with expert-led seminars, agency and policy meetings, and networking for New Mexico's roadway and construction industry.
Who it's for
Asphalt, paving and construction contractors, equipment dealers, and public works and transportation agency staff
Approx. size
80+ exhibitors
Organizer
Asphalt Pavement Association of New Mexico (APANM)
Education and networking conference for the sewn products industry, with keynotes, panels and case studies on issues facing apparel and sewn goods makers and their suppliers, plus factory tours in San Antonio.
Who it's for
Sewn products manufacturers, equipment suppliers, brands and retailers
Approx. size
Not published
Organizer
SPESA (Sewn Products Equipment & Suppliers of the Americas)
Year started
Unknown
Price
Full pass
Expired: Non-member early rate: $750 until Jul 31, 2026
Expired: Non-member regular rate: $899 until Oct 21, 2026
A $100 fee is added to tickets bought within one week of the event.
Rates shown are for consultants, technology and solution providers; A&D manufacturers, research institutes, academics and government pay less ($595-$995).