IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show
The Western Hemisphere’s Largest Advanced Manufacturing & Robotics Expo
The Story of IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show
Covering a mind-boggling 1.2 million square feet across four colossal halls at McCormick Place, IMTS is North America’s largest manufacturing technology show. Held biennially, it convenes nearly 100,000 industrial buyers, aerospace engineers, and automotive CEOs from 110+ countries to witness multi-axis CNC machines, industrial robotics, and metal 3D printing in live operation.
What It Feels Like on the Ground
Vast, awe-inspiring, and kinetic. Giant multi-million-dollar milling centers slice through aircraft-grade titanium with laser precision as robotic arms assemble components in synchronized harmony. The halls buzz with the hum of high-precision motors and earnest contract negotiations between multinational industrial titans.
Signature Elements of IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show
Live Multi-Axis CNC & Robotics Demonstrations
Witnessing cutting-edge 5-axis machining centers and autonomous warehouse robotics performing high-precision operations live.
Additive Manufacturing & Laser Sintering Pavilion
Industrial metal 3D printing systems transforming aerospace rocket engine production and medical implant manufacturing.
Smartforce Student & Workforce Discovery
Futuristic digital twin modeling and AI industrial automation technologies redefining factory intelligence.
International Buyer Lounges & Receptions
Exclusive bilateral trade conclaves where overseas delegations meet American industrial distributors over private dinners.
Why Industry Leaders Attend
The essential capital equipment marketplace where global manufacturing executives finalize billion-dollar factory modernization investments, automated supply chain robotics, and industrial software contracts.
On-Site Logistics & Travel Intelligence
McCormick Place is the largest convention center in North America; general taxi queues after 5:00 PM frequently exceed 90 minutes. Dedicated private coach charters utilizing the exclusive McCormick Busway ensure rapid, private transit back to downtown hotels.
Attending with a Corporate Delegation?
ELMIA coordinates pre-contracted hotel blocks, continuous black car standby, and executive accreditation for groups visiting Chicago.
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When senior executives, VIP clients, or international trade missions attend IMTS – International Manufacturing Technology Show, ELMIA operates as a quiet, white-glove extension of your team.
Exhibition & Workshop Credentials
Pre-badged conference passes, investor lounges, and technical workshop tickets.
- Advance badge collection and direct hotel suite delivery
- Access to International Buyer Lounges
- Keynote and emerging technology track passes
Michigan Avenue & Loop Hotel Blocks
Pre-reserved 5-star corporate room blocks along Michigan Avenue and River North.
- Blocks at The Peninsula Chicago, The Langham & Waldorf Astoria
- Hospitality meeting rooms inside partner hotels
- Consolidated master billing and corporate accounting
McCormick Busway Private Shuttles
Private motorcoaches permitted to use Chicago’s dedicated underground busway.
- Exclusive access to the traffic-free McCormick Place Busway
- 55-passenger luxury coaches equipped with Wi-Fi and power outlets
- Cadillac Escalade ESVs on call for C-suite chairmen
Steakhouse Buyouts & River Cruises
Private dining rooms at Chicago's legendary steakhouses and sunset architectural boat charters.
- Private dining at Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse, RPM Steak & Maple & Ash
- Private Chicago River architecture charter yachts for client entertaining
- Dedicated on-site ELMIA dispatchers at McCormick Place
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