Industry events this year are largely focused on emerging technologies and transforming workplace culture.
Many of the manufacturing industry’s major conferences, meetings and other events will be back in full swing this year.
Across events, some common themes have surfaced: Many of the conferences deal with emerging technologies and the transition to a more culture-focused work environment.
Below is a select list of 2023’s largest and exciting industry events. Please check conference websites for more information and the most current schedule.
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This conference is one of the largest in the electronics manufacturing industry. IPC, a global association for manufacturers and suppliers of electronics, notes attendees will have access to top-notch industry technical content and professional development courses.
Sessions will cover new technologies and advanced materials to stay competitive in a new era of electronics. See the schedule overview.
ProMat 2023 will have over 900 industry leaders in manufacturing and supply chain solution providers in one place.
Attendees converge to discuss leading solutions to shockproof operations while engaging in some of the 150 educational seminars featured. Demonstrations include how to reduce picking hours by 50% and the practicality of returnable containers — the covetous ROI.
The conference is titled “Touch the Future of Supply Chain” with a focus on innovating manufacturing operations. See the list of on-floor seminars here.
Billed as a convenient ‘one-stop shop,’ this conference is a metal manufacturer’s dream. Whether its metal forming, fabricating, welding, or finishing, you’re covered.
Experts, suppliers and solution innovators gather to share knowledge and contemplate tools to increase productivity and increase profits. The event is cohosted by the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Precision Metalforming Association, American Welding Society and others in the industry. Learn more here.
The employer-led event focused on solving workforce development issues in modern manufacturing by prioritizing partnerships and cooperation.
Featured topics include recruitment and retention, apprenticeships and skills needed for the future of manufacturing. Take a look at the agenda.
The event, hosted by the Association for Manufacturing Excellence, is by and for those looking for best practices to transform their organization.
The conference will focus on engagement, sustainability, industry 4.0, lean fundamentals and leadership. Participants will share how they approach operations with employee well-being and sustainability in mind. Learn more here.
This event is part of a four-series rotation that makes up the Manufacturing Technology Series, a partnership between the two manufacturing associations AMT and SME.
WesTec, the West Coast outpost, connects sellers, buyers, makers and users to advance manufacturing progress in sectors such as aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial machinery.
Sessions include hands-on equipment demonstrations and emerging technology showcases to bolster knowledge sharing and face-to-face deal making. Take a look at event features here.
