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North America ’ s largest metalforming , fabricating , welding and finishing event , FABTECH , returns to Chicago from 11-14 September 2023 .
Don ’ t miss this year ’ s FABTECH conference and exhibition in Chicago , USA .”
FABTECH returns to McCormick Place , Chicago ( USA ) from 11-14 September 2023 , and provides a convenient ‘ one-stop shop ’ venue where show visitors can meet with 1,300 + suppliers , discover innovative solutions and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits . The metalforming , fabricating , welding and finishing event offers opportunities to network , share knowledge and explore the latest technologies .
The FABTECH Conference features over 180 sessions and workshops covering the latest in advanced fabrication technology , workforce and management topics . Special events at this year ’ s show include the FABx Tech Talks with a powerful line-up of speakers and visionary leaders who are driving manufacturing forward .
FABTECH ’ s event partners are the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International ( FMA ); SME ; the Precision Metalforming Association ( PMA ); the American Welding Society ( AWS ) and the Chemical Coaters Association International ( CCAI ).
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The show will encompass three halls at McCormick Place in Chicago . Attendees will find a variety of technology pavilions dedicated to Forming & Fabricating ; Tube & Pipe ; METALFORM ; Welding ; Welding Automation ;
Special events at this year ’ s show include the FABx Tech Talks with a powerful lineup of speakers and visionary leaders who are driving manufacturing forward
Finishing ; 3D / Additive Manufacturing and Robotics & Industrial Automation .
“ FABTECH is designed to educate attendees , showcase cutting-edge advancements and provide opportunities for meaningful connections and collaborations . Through our keynote sessions , panel discussions and special events , attendees will be inspired and equipped with the tools and resources that they need to thrive in today ' s dynamic manufacturing landscape ,” explained the show organiser .
FABTECH ’ s 2022 event in Atlanta , USA , last
November attracted nearly 30,000 attendees ( an increase of 22.6 % over the 2021 event ) from 70
countries .
“ All 50 states gathered at the Georgia World Congress Centre to meet with world-class suppliers , conduct product evaluations , network with peers and find the tools to improve productivity and increase profits . Four expansive exhibit halls covering 610,000 + square feet of exhibit space featured nearly 1,200 exhibitors , including 150 making their debut at FABTECH , all highlighting the emerging trends and technologies influencing the future of manufacturing ,” explained the show organiser .
“ The energy at FABTECH 2022 was high , and sales activity was strong each day on the busy exhibit floor . The show floor was 19.5 % larger than in 2021 and welcomed over 30 % more exhibitors . Attendees explored eight technology pavilions that focused on 3D / Additive Manufacturing , Forming & Fabricating , Finishing , METALFORM , Tube / Pipe , Robotics and Industrial Automation , Welding and Welding Automation . FABTECH also saw
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