Engineering & Manufacturing Conference Guide
MecSoft and its partners participate in various tradeshows and events across the world. Please use the information in these pages to locate a tradeshow/event nearest to you to take a look at our products in action.
Anaheim, CA – Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim, CA – Anaheim Convention Center 3D Systems, Formlabs Inc., Stratasys, Tekscan Inc., and Universal Robots are just some of the exhibitors on the floor this year. Connect face-to-face at their booths, or discover the opportunities you can’t find online—visit multiple theaters, networking spaces, happy hours, and awards ceremonies. Exhibitor: Mecsoft + Onshape George R. Brown Convention Center – Houston, TX From hands-on demonstrations to thought-provoking special events, HOUSTEX 2017 is at “The Heart of Manufacturing.” Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, Texas AeroDef® showcases the industry’s most advanced technologies across an innovative floor plan designed to facilitate interaction and business relationships between exhibitors and buyers looking for integrated solutions. Our keynote speakers and panelists come from the highest level of government and business. They come to share their vision of the potential of technology, collaboration and public policy to transform manufacturing – concepts that attendees can actually experience on the exposition floor and in our in-depth conference sessions. It’s the one event that brings together high-concept, integrated solutions and real-world applications. Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York, New York National Center for Manufacturing Sciences – The Landing at Hill Air Force Base, UT The partners meeting is open to all NCMS members and non-members as well as government individuals. Please register by March 24th, 2017 to guarantee your spot at the partners meeting. Oregon Convention Center – Portland, OR Monterrey, Mexico The event as a whole continues to be the main business meeting for major metal manufacturers in Mexico and will bring together 575 exhibitors and cover more than 140,000 net square feet of exhibition floor space. More than 13,000 attendees from Mexico and South America will meet at Cintermex to find solutions, meet with experts, learn and acquire firsthand knowledge of the latest in metal forming, manufacturing, welding and industrial finishing. David L. Lawrence Convention Center – Pittsburgh, PA Eastern States Expos – West Springfield, MA Hanover, Germany Tokyo Big Sight Exhibition Center Las Vegas Convention Center – Las Vegas, Nevada Los Angeles Convention Center – Los Angeles, CA Lyon Eurexpo – Lyon, France Hannover, Germany Tampere Exhibition and Sports Centre – Tampere, Finland Wisconsin State Fair Park – West Allis, WI TD Convention Center – Greenville, SC Greater Columbus Convention Center – Columbus, OH Gear buyers, end users, manufacturers, and engineers from many industries come to network, build relationships, discover and apply innovative technology that sets up their businesses to grow market share and expand product lines. Munich, Germany McCormick Place – Chicago, IL USA Santa Clara, CA – Santa Clara Convention Center Through more than 100 technical paper sessions, panels and tutorials, conference attendees gather the latest theories, methodologies, applications and advanced design tools related to signal integrity, power integrity, jitter, crosstalk, test and measurement, parallel and memory interface design, ICs, semiconductor components and more. Anaheim, CA – Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim, CA – Anaheim Convention Center New York, NY – Javits Convention Center Cancun, Mexico – CasaMagna Marriott Cancun Resort Boston, MA – Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Join more than 3,000 business leaders, entrepreneurs, manufacturers, and suppliers, gathered under one roof to share solutions and gain valuable insights. Detroit, MI – Cabo Center Orlando, FL – Orange County Convention Center The level of cutting-edge 3D innovation at RAPID is unparalleled, as well as the breadth and depth of additive expertise across all industries. This is an extraordinary opportunity to experience the newest 3D products, technologies, and materials and do a side-by-side comparison to find your best fit. This is your event to explore the unlimited possibilities of how 3D technology can advance your business. Austin, TX – Austin Convention Center Members are from a diverse worldwide community of more than 1,000 organizations that attend each year, represented by system designers and architects, logic and circuit designers, validation engineers, CAD managers, senior managers and executives, and researchers and academicians from leading universities. New York, NY – Javits Convention Center Vancouver, BC, Canada Anaheim, CA Phoenix, AZ – Phoenix Convention Center Anaheim, CA — Anaheim Convention Center Columbus, OH — Greater Columbus Convention Center San Antonio, TX – Grand Hyatt San Antonio West Springfield, MA – Eastern States Exposition Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Convention Center This year, there are over 100 presentations, including new sessions on Machine Design Considerations Using Additive Manufacturing and Materials for Additive Manufacturing Applications. There are also expanded presentations addressing Direct Write Printed Materials, Innovative Applications, and Additive Manufacturing Research. The conference continues to provide cutting-edge improvements in the area of medical and dental applications. Las Vegas, NV – Las Vegas Convention Center AWFS® (Association of Woodworking & Furnishings Suppliers) began in 1911 as the Suppliers Chapter of the California Furniture Manufacturers Association. In 1979, the organization became a separate entity in order to better focus on representing the interests of companies and individuals who supply the home and institutional furnishing manufacturing industries. Los Angeles, CA – LA Convention Center WESTEC is where collaboration starts – a place to network, form relationships, build partnerships, and solve your firm’s most pressing problems. If these are your company’s goals, WESTEC is where you need to be! Los Angeles, CA – LA Convention Center Houston, TX — Hilton of the Americas & George R Brown Orlando, FL – Orange City Convention Center In addition, PMTS offers classroom sessions and hands-on technical sessions on the show floor that will give you the chance to see machines up-close and in action. International – Frankfurt, Germany International – London, UK2017 NAMM
January 19-22, 2017
NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), commonly called NAMM in reference to the organization’s popular NAMM trade shows, is the not-for-profit association that promotes the pleasures and benefits of making music and strengthens the $17 billion global music products industry. Our association — and our trade shows — serve as a hub for people wanting to seek out the newest innovations in musical products, recording technology, sound and lighting. NAMM’s activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages.
Pacific Design & Manufacturing
February 7-9, 2017
The Pacific Design & Manufacturing expo gives you the largest collection of advanced design and manufacturing technology suppliers in the world. Whether your focus is 3D printing, rapid prototyping, materials handling, electronic components, or sensors, source cutting-edge products and services in a time-saving format with more than 2,200 solution providers—all in one location.
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HOUSTEX
February 28-March 2, 2017
HOUSTEX is where the leaders of Southwest manufacturing converge to explore, evaluate, connect and succeed. Find the suppliers and solutions required to drive innovation and industry transformation. Meet the people, touch the technology and learn about ground-breaking techniques that prepare your company for the future. Attend complimentary keynotes and education to discover the latest industry and technology trends. Make HOUSTEX a vital part of your 2017 business plan.
AeroDef Manufacturing
March 6-9, 2017
AeroDef® Manufacturing is the leading exposition and technical conference for the aerospace and defense manufacturing industry. Produced by the SME, in partnership with industry OEMs, our mission is to foster innovation across the extended enterprise to reduce costs, expedite production times and maintain manufacturing competitiveness in the global economy.
MJSA Expo – The Show for Professional Jewelry Members
March 12-14, 2017
Featuring renowned experts from the jewelry industry and beyond, the MJSA Expo seminars offer insights into key technical, marketing, and operational areas to help your business succeed. The program includes MJSA Journal Live (in which the pages of MJSA’s flagship magazine come to life through hands-on demonstrations of the latest jewelry-making tools, techniques, and technologies) as well Jewelry Making 101.
2017 CTMA Annual Partners and Integrated Project Meeting
April 3-5, 2017
This year’s CTMA Partners Meeting theme is Accelerating Innovation. Our goal is to ramp up collaboration and increase the speed and efficiency of new technology output. During the meeting our industry, academia, and DoD partners will be discussing recent successes of CTMA projects and their resulting innovations. We will have the pleasure of receiving speeches/briefings from commanders, generals, and others from various branches of the military. We are also delighted to have a well-respected individual from each military service, plus the Defense Logistics Agency, to serve as panel members for our Sustainment Innovation Panel.
Northwest Machine Tool Expo
April 12 & 13, 2017
Northwest Machine Tool Expo brings together the best companies and customers in the machining and manufacturing industry. Exhibiting at Northwest Machine Tool Expo will have a positive impact on your business by delivering a diverse audience of machining and manufacturing professionals directly to you. Gain exposure to customers and prospects, generate leads, close sales, and introduce new products – all at a reasonable cost.
Fabrication National / Regional Show: Latin America
May 2 – 4, 2017
Join thousands of professionals in the industry next May 2-4, 2017 on FABTECH México! The event will be held at Cintermex, Monterrey, in conjunction with the already established AWS Weldmex and Metalform México. What’s New for 2017 – FABTECH Mexico has absorbed COATech and now has the Finishing section among the technologies exhibited.
RAPID + TCT – Accelerated 3D Manufacturing
May 8-11, 2017
RAPID + TCT is North America’s preeminent event for discovery, innovation, and networking in 3D manufacturing.
EASTEC
May 16-18, 2017
EASTEC, New England’s premier manufacturing exposition, returns May 16-18, 2017. With more than 500 exhibitors, complimentary conference sessions, industry keynotes and much more, EASTEC is an event dedicated to keeping northeast manufacturers competitive. It’s where manufacturing ideas, processes and products that make an impact in the northeast region, are highlighted through exhibits, education and networking events. The event offers a unique chance to connect with resources that can solve your company’s most pressing problems, improve productivity and increase profits. It’s clear why so many business owners, engineers, designers, production managers and purchasing executives attend EASTEC to keep their operations current. EASTEC brings human ingenuity and manufacturing brilliance together.
Woodworking National / Regional Show: Europe
May 22 – 26, 2017
LIGNA, the world’s leading trade fair for machinery, plant and tools for the woodworking and timber processing industry, is gearing up for its 2017 season (22 to 26 May) with a new, more visitor-centric layout of themes.
Design Engineering & Manufacturing Solutions (DMS) Expo
June 21 – 23, 2017
As the largest IT solution exhibition for manufacturing industries in Japan, we hold on a grand scale every year. The exhibition scale and the number of visitors are expanding every year.
AWFS 2017
July 19 – 22, 2017
WESTEC
September 12-14, 2017
If woodworking is your business, then your business is here. The show attracts over 15,000 attendees and hundreds of exhibitors from throughout the United States and abroad. Get ready to be inspired at North America’s Largest Woodworking Show in 2017.
3DPrinting – The only B2B Show in France
September 13 – 16, 2017
The only trade show in France that brings together the entire ecosystem of additive manufacturing. Discover the latest solutions and technologies, and exchange with key players!
EMO Hannover 2017
September 18-23, 2017
EMO Hannover is the world’s premier trade fair for the metalworking sector. It is the the top global trade fair of the sector and the most efficient marketing instrument in the branch, bringing together manufacturers and users from all countries.
2017 Alihankinta
September 26 – 28, 2017
The Alihankinta trade fair held in Tampere on 27–29 September received a record number of visitors: 18,422 professionals from different industrial fields. All five exhibition halls were filled with a positive buzz about the future, and the AlihankintaHEAT event, held for the first time during this year’s trade fair, will also take place next year. The next Alihankinta trade fair will be held on 26–28 September 2017, focusing on the theme of the partnership network which is continuously growing in significance.
Wisconsin Manufacturing & Technology Show
October 3 -5, 2017
The Wisconsin Manufacturing & Technology Show (WIMTS) is Wisconsin’s largest manufacturing event, with nearly 5,000 in attendance at the last show. This year it’s back with more of everything—100,000 square feet of exhibit space full of displays, demonstrations, products and services. Experience the latest technologies, find new suppliers and see machines up and running. Interact with industry leaders and discover new processes to solve your manufacturing challenges. Join us to help shape the technology of tomorrow, while benefiting your bottom line.
SOUTH-TEC
October 24-26, 2017
SOUTH-TEC draws manufacturing suppliers, distributors and equipment builders from across North America and around the world – bringing them together in Greenville, South Carolina. With more than 400 exhibiting companies, attendees can find all the latest technologies and services – plus the experts who built them – ready to demonstrate solutions that can help them grow their business. Visitors can make side-by-side comparisons, discover integrated equipment, hear about industry trends and forecasts, and leverage their purchasing power. SOUTH-TEC is the single best source to discover the next evolution of your industry!
GearExpo – The Drive Technology Show
October 24-26, 2017
Gear Expo, THE Drive Technology Show, continues to grow and serve thousands of drive technology experts and power transmission professionals.
EuroMold – World Fair for Mold- and Patternmaking, Tooling, Design, Additive Manufacturing and Product Development Germany
October 24-26, 2017
Euromold now takes place in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, parallel to AIRTEC, International Aerospace Supply Fair. As a significant international show for product development, Euromold fits perfectly in this future-oriented high tech environment. Bavaria is one of the leading high tech regions in Germany and Europe, conveniently accessible from anywhere around the world.
FabTech – North America’s Largest Metal Forming Fabricating, Welding and Finishing Event
November 6-9, 2017
FABTECH provides a convenient venue where you can meet with world-class suppliers, see the latest industry products and developments, and find the tools to improve productivity, increase profits and discover new solutions to all of your metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing needs. The annual event at McCormick Place will offer more than 1,700 exhibitors and 40,000 attendees full access to over 725,000 net square feet of floor space.DesignCon2016
January 19-21, 2016
The DesignCon Technical Conference Program consists of 14 tracks covering all aspects of electronic design, from chips through boards and systems.
2016 NAMM
January 21-24, 2016
NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), commonly called NAMM in reference to the organization’s popular NAMM trade shows, is the not-for-profit association that promotes the pleasures and benefits of making music and strengthens the $17 billion global music products industry. Our association — and our trade shows — serve as a hub for people wanting to seek out the newest innovations in musical products, recording technology, sound and lighting. NAMM’s activities and programs are designed to promote music making to people of all ages.
Advanced Manufacturing
February 9-11, 2016
One of the top reasons people attend the Advanced Manufacturing Expo & Conferences is to learn about new technology and hottest industry trends. This is your one-stop destination where you can find everything you’re looking for. Stay ahead of your game by attending America’s most comprehensive design & manufacturing event.
Inside 3D Printing
April 10-12, 2016
Inside 3D Printing is returning to New York on April 10-12! Since its inception in 2013, the Inside 3D Printing Conference and Expo has quickly grown to become the largest professional 3D printing event worldwide. Inside 3D Printing New York will feature a full day of workshops plus two days of conference sessions led by industry experts and demonstrations of the latest 3D printers and services.
WMMA Woodworking Industry Conference
April 12-15, 2016
D&M New England
April 13-14, 2016
The manufacturing industry is constantly changing and innovating. The Design & Manufacturing New England event returns once again to deliver hands on access to the latest technologies, gadgets, strategies and education to help you stay ahead of the competition.
Ward’s Auto Interior Conference
May 11, 2016
North America’s ONLY event dedicated to the automotive interior returns to the newly renovated Cobo Conference Center in Detroit on May 11, 2016, for a day packed with enlightening keynote speeches, informative panel discussions, the Wards 10 Best Interiors ceremony, supplier innovations, networking and more.
Rapid 3D
May 16-19, 2016
Entering its 26th year, SME’s RAPID event plays a vital role in defining additive manufacturing. As the leader and authority figure in 3D technologies, RAPID attracts buyers, sellers, and end-users of design, prototyping, tooling, and direct digital technologies to the preeminent event for discovery, innovation, and networking.
Design Automation Conference
June 5-9, 2016
The Design Automation Conference (DAC) is recognized as the premier conference for design and automation of electronic systems. DAC offers outstanding training, education, exhibits and superb networking opportunities for designers, researchers, tool developers and vendors.
D&M Atlantic
June 14-16, 2016
The 2015 comprehensive 3-day conference program covered everything you need to know, no matter your industry, with sessions on medical devices, health and beauty, packaging, automation, 3D printing! Attendees gained insights on the latest information, with authoritative presentations, panel discussions and case studies. The Conference offered a variety of industry experts with a wide range of experience talking about overcoming challenges you face in the real world. Don’t miss out on our next 2016 conference.
CAD ’16
June 27-30, 2016
CAD’16 welcomes novel contributions on the theory and applications of Computer Aided Design including modeling, analysis, high-performance graphics, data management, knowledge engineering, collaborative design, reverse engineering, and prototyping. Applications include architecture, bio-medicine, mechanical design, civil engineering, fashion industry, industrial design, sustainable energy design, etc.
SIGGRAPH 2016
July 24-28, 2016
SIGGRAPH is the world’s largest, most influential annual event in computer graphics and interactive techniques: Five days of research results, demos, educational sessions, art, screenings, and hands-on interactivity featuring the community’s latest technical achievements, and three days of commercial exhibits displaying the industry’s current hardware, software, and services.
ASME-IMECE
November 11-17, 2016
ASME’s International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition (IMECE) is the largest interdisciplinary mechanical engineering conference in the world. IMECE plays a significant role in stimulating innovation from basic discovery to translational application. It fosters new collaborations that engage stakeholders and partners not only from academia, but also from national laboratories, industry, research settings, and funding bodies.
The NAAM Show 2015
(Music Manufacturing & Tech)
January 22-25, 2015
The 2015 NAMM Show in Anaheim, January 22-25, is your chance to build your company’s brand and reach the most important music products buyers and decision makers in the world. Reserve your booth today to unveil your new products at the first major industry event of the year.
Precision Machining Technology Show 2015
(Manufacturing Technology)
April 21-23, 2015
The Leading Event for manufacturers of aerospace and defense products, AeroCon Brings manufacturers, suppliers, experts, and thought leaders together to showcase the latest technologies, ideas, and breakthrough applications for aerospace and defense manufacturing.
2015 Woodworking Industry Conference
(Woodworking)
April 21-24, 2015
The Woodworking Machinery Industry Association (WMIA) and the Wood Machinery Manufacturers of America (WMMA) represent different segments of the industry and were established a number of years apart, WMIA in 1977 and WMMA in 1899. But for the last 30 years, the associations have been working together as well as individually for the industry … your industry! That’s right, they have been connecting the Industry for over 30 years!
EasTec 2015
(Manufacturing Technology)
May 12-14, 2015
EASTEC, the premier manufacturing exposition in New England, returns May 12-14, 2015. With more than 500 exhibitors, complimentary conference sessions, tours of nearby facilities, and much more, EASTEC is designed to jumpstart your business opportunities. The event offers a unique chance to connect with resources that can solve your firm’s most pressing problems, improve productivity and increase profits.
RAPID 2015
(Manufacturing Technology)
May 18-21, 2015
The RAPID Conference is the industry-leading forum for discussion of the latest developments, trends and techniques specific to additive manufacturing, rapid technologies, 3D printing and 3D scanning.
AWFS Fair 2015
(Woodworking)
July 22-25, 2015
You came to the right place! Woodworking’s most innovative and exciting trade event of 2015 brings the future into focus—and the picture’s better than ever! For the products, equipment, tools and solutions that will propel your business forward, attend AWFS®Fair 2015, July 22 – 25 in Las Vegas. The industry’s expanding, we’re expanding—let us help you grow, too.
WesTec 2015
(Manufacturing Technology)
September 15-17, 2015
The West Coast’s definitive manufacturing event, returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center September 15 – 17, 2015. Only WESTEC brings you the very latest technologies – from software, cutting tools to multi-tasking machines – all from top international equipment manufacturers. Learn from fellow attendees how WESTEC can help your company cut costs, enhance quality, or earn a place on an OEM’s preferred supplier list.
SIGGRAPH 2015
(Computer Technology)
August 9-13, 2015
The annual SIGGRAPH conference is a five-day interdisciplinary educational experience in the latest computer graphics and interactive techniques including a three-day commercial exhibition that attracts hundreds of exhibitors from around the world.
ASME 2015 International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition
(Engineering & Manufacturing Tech)
November 13-19, 2015
ASME is a not-for-profit membership organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing, career enrichment, and skills development across all engineering disciplines, toward a goal of helping the global engineering community develop solutions to benefit lives and livelihoods. Founded in 1880 by a small group of leading industrialists, ASME has grown through the decades to include more than 130,000 members in 158 countries. Thirty-thousand of these members are students.
AeroCon Orlando 2015
(Manufacturing Technology)
November 18-19, 2015
Presented by the Precision Machined Products Association and co-presented by Production Machining and Modern Machine Shop, PMTS gives you the opportunity to attend a show that’s been put together just for you – manufacturers of precision machined parts. For 3 days in April, all the vendors that you travel miles to see at other shows will be concentrated in one place – the Greater Columbus Convention Center.
EuroMold 2014
(Manufacturing Technology)
November 25-28, 2014
CAD 15
(Manufacturing Technology)
June 22-25, 2015
