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Industrial Automation Trade Shows and Conferences
Industrial Automation Trade Shows & Process Control Conferences 2026–2027.
The industrial automation industry evolves rapidly, driven by advances in smart manufacturing, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), artificial intelligence, robotics, machine vision, industrial networking, process instrumentation, and digital transformation. Attending the right trade shows and conferences gives engineers, manufacturers, system integrators, OEMs, and procurement professionals direct access to emerging technologies, technical experts, and industry-leading automation suppliers.
Automation Pioneer has created one of the industry’s most comprehensive Industrial Automation Trade Shows & Conferences Calendar to help professionals discover upcoming automation events, compare technologies, meet manufacturers, and identify new solutions that improve productivity, reliability, and operational performance.
Whether you’re evaluating programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS), industrial robots, motion control systems, process analyzers, flow instrumentation, or Industry 4.0 technologies, this resource helps you plan your attendance throughout the year.
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Why Attend Industrial Automation Trade Shows?
Industrial automation conferences provide far more than product demonstrations. They create opportunities to solve complex operational challenges, compare competing technologies, and build relationships with the world’s leading automation manufacturers.
Professionals attend these events to:
- Discover next-generation industrial automation technologies
- Compare PLC, HMI, SCADA, DCS and Industrial PC platforms
- Evaluate industrial networking solutions
- Learn about AI-powered predictive maintenance
- Explore smart manufacturing strategies
- Improve process control performance
- Reduce plant downtime
- Meet certified automation integrators
- Find replacement components
- Learn cybersecurity best practices for OT networks
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Who Should Attend Industrial Automation Trade Shows and Conferences
This event calendar is designed for professionals responsible for designing, operating, maintaining, or improving industrial facilities.
Manufacturing Engineers
Evaluate automation technologies that improve productivity while reducing maintenance costs.
Plant Managers
Identify equipment and digital transformation strategies that increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
Maintenance Managers
Discover predictive maintenance technologies, industrial sensors, vibration monitoring, and asset management solutions.
System Integrators
Compare hardware platforms, industrial communication protocols, motion control technologies, and software platforms.
Procurement Specialists
Meet suppliers, compare pricing, identify alternative manufacturers, and reduce supply chain risks.
OEM Machine Builders
Explore motion control, robotics, industrial networking, machine vision, and embedded automation technologies.
Featured Industrial Automation Categories
- PLC Systems
- Human Machine Interface (HMI)
- Servo Motors & Motor Drives
- Variable Frequency Drives
- AC Drives
- Industrial Robots
- Circuit Breakers
- Industrial Networking
- Process Instrumentation
- Control Valves
- Contactors
- Counter
- Encoder
- Fanuc Main Board
- Transmitter / Flowmeter
- Inverter
- Power Supply
- Pressure Transmitter
- Relay
- Sensor
- Switch
- Timer
- Remote Indicator
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Major Industrial Automation, Process Control, Instrumentation, Industry 4.0, IIoT, Robotics, and Manufacturing Trade Shows and Conferences
Here is a list of shows and other events taking place over the next few months. Please let us know if there is an upcoming event that’s not on the list. Just send us an email containing details about the event including Name, Dates, Location, Contact Telephone, Email and URL if available.
| Event | Dates | Location | Website | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automate 2026 | June 22–25, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois, USA | Automate Show | North America’s largest automation and robotics exhibition featuring industrial robots, AI, machine vision, motion control, AMRs, cobots, and Industry 4.0 technologies. (ISD Automation) |
| ACHEMA 2026 | June 14–18, 2026 | Frankfurt, Germany | ACHEMA | The world’s leading trade fair for process industries covering process control, instrumentation, chemical engineering, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, automation, and digital manufacturing. (Tech for Industries) |
| All About Automation Hamburg | June 10–11, 2026 | Hamburg, Germany | All About Automation | Regional automation exhibition focused on PLCs, sensors, robotics, industrial networking, machine safety, and Industry 4.0. (All About Automation) |
| All About Automation Straubing | August 26–27, 2026 | Straubing, Germany | All About Automation | Regional event highlighting industrial automation solutions, control systems, robotics, and digital manufacturing. (All About Automation) |
| Automation World Vietnam 2026 | September 9–11, 2026 | Hanoi, Vietnam | Industry event website | International exhibition showcasing factory automation, robotics, smart manufacturing, industrial networking, and digital transformation solutions. (Jufair) |
| IMTS 2026 – International Manufacturing Technology Show | September 14–19, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois, USA | IMTS | One of the world’s largest manufacturing technology exhibitions featuring CNC machines, robotics, automation, additive manufacturing, metrology, and smart factories. (ISD Automation) |
| All About Automation Zürich | September 23–24, 2026 | Zürich, Switzerland | All About Automation | Covers industrial controls, instrumentation, IIoT, robotics, drives, machine vision, and industrial software. (All About Automation) |
| Motek 2026 | October 6–8, 2026 | Stuttgart, Germany | Motek | International trade fair specializing in production automation, assembly technology, robotics, material handling, and machine vision. (Tech for Industries) |
| All About Automation Chemnitz | October 14–15, 2026 | Chemnitz, Germany | All About Automation | Focuses on industrial control systems, robotics, automation software, industrial communication, and smart manufacturing. (All About Automation) |
| EuroBLECH 2026 | October 20–23, 2026 | Hannover, Germany | EuroBLECH | Leading exhibition for sheet metal processing with automation, robotics, laser processing, fabrication, and manufacturing technology. (Tech for Industries) |
| FABTECH 2026 | October 21–23, 2026 | Las Vegas, Nevada, USA | FABTECH | North America’s premier metal fabrication event covering industrial robots, welding automation, laser cutting, machine tools, and manufacturing systems. (ISD Automation) |
| ATX Montréal 2026 | November 11–12, 2026 | Montréal, Canada | ATX Montréal | Industrial automation exhibition featuring robotics, sensors, control systems, automation components, and smart manufacturing. (Jufair) |
| SPS – Smart Production Solutions 2026 | November 24–26, 2026 | Nuremberg, Germany | SPS Smart Production Solutions | One of the world’s most important industrial automation exhibitions covering PLCs, drives, HMIs, industrial networking, sensors, machine safety, IIoT, and AI. (Tech for Industries) |
| All About Automation Wels 2027 | February (next edition begins in 2027 schedule) | Wels, Austria | All About Automation | Regional automation event featuring industrial control technologies, robotics, and digital factory solutions. (All About Automation) |
| Robotics Warsaw 2027 | February 2–4, 2027 | Warsaw, Poland | Trade show listing | Professional exhibition dedicated to industrial robotics, cobots, automation, and intelligent manufacturing technologies. (Trade Fair Dates) |
| Intralogistica Poland Expo 2027 | February 2–4, 2027 | Warsaw, Poland | Trade show listing | Focuses on warehouse automation, AGVs, logistics robotics, automated material handling, and smart supply chain solutions. (Trade Fair Dates) |
Why Automation Pioneer?
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More Than an Industrial Automation Supplier
Many companies simply distribute products.
Automation Pioneer helps customers make informed engineering decisions by combining technical expertise, product knowledge, and application support.
We assist organizations before, during, and after industry events by helping them:
- Compare automation technologies
- Select compatible components
- Replace obsolete equipment
- Source hard-to-find parts
- Upgrade legacy control systems
- Improve production reliability
- Reduce project risk
Get direct access to professionals who understand process automation control, reducing costly trial-and-error decisions.
Industries We Support For Industrial Automation
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Industrial Automation Solutions Tailored to Your Industry
Every industry has unique operational challenges—from maximizing production throughput and maintaining regulatory compliance to reducing downtime and improving energy efficiency. At Automation Pioneer, we deliver industrial automation solutions, process control equipment, and expert technical support tailored to the specific needs of your industry.
Explore our industry solutions to discover automation technologies, recommended products, technical resources, and application expertise designed to improve performance, reliability, and long-term operational success.
Learn Before You Attend
- Industrial Automation Fundamentals
- Industrial Communication Protocols
- Industrial Instrumentation Control
- Industrial Sensors & Measurement
- Motion and Process Control
- PLC Programming & Controllers
- SCADA and DCS Systems
- Servo Motors and Motor Drives
- Complete Guide to PLC Systems
- Process Control Fundamentals
- SCADA vs DCS
- Industrial Communication Protocols
- PID Control Explained
- Flow Measurement Technologies
- Pressure Instrumentation Guide
- Smart Factory Guide
- Industrial Cybersecurity Guide
- Predictive Maintenance Guide
Which industrial automation trade shows are best for manufacturers?
Large international events such as SPS, Hannover Messe, Automation Fair, and Pack Expo are among the most valuable for manufacturers seeking automation, robotics, industrial networking, and digital manufacturing technologies.
How often is the event calendar updated?
Automation Pioneer updates the calendar throughout the year as organizers announce new dates, venues, speakers, exhibitors, and registration information.
Can Automation Pioneer help source products showcased at these events?
Yes. Our team assists customers in identifying, comparing, and sourcing industrial automation components and process control equipment from leading global manufacturers.
Is the calendar free?
Yes. The online calendar is free, and visitors can subscribe for notifications when new events are added or existing schedules change.
Planning to Attend an Automation Trade Show?
Whether you’re evaluating new technologies, replacing obsolete equipment, or planning your next modernization project, Automation Pioneer can help you turn what you discover into practical solutions for your facility.
Our specialists provide guidance on product selection, compatibility, sourcing, and implementation to help you move from evaluation to execution with confidence.
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