IMTS 2026 highlights the evolution of AI and automation

Manufacturing Dive gathered insights from several sessions and interviews about additive manufacturing, robotics and other factors shaping the industry.

IMTS 2026 highlights the evolution of AI and automation
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Manufacturing Dive gathered insights from several sessions and interviews about additive manufacturing, robotics and other factors shaping the industry.

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Industry suppliers showcased the latest in robotics, industrial artificial intelligence, machining and more throughout McCormick Place in Chicago at the International Manufacturing Technology Show last month.

The biennial event, billed as the largest manufacturing trade show in the Western Hemisphere, drew more than 90,000 attendees this year to learn about the technologies, trends and market factors shaping the industry.

Manufacturing Dive attended the show and gathered insights from a number of sessions and interviews with exhibitors.

This news brief is based on reporting published by Manufacturing Dive on 2026-10-01. The original report is linked below.

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