Overview of the ExhibitionAUTOMATE is the largest and most influential robotics and automation professional exhibition in North America.2026 AUTOMATE, as an industry 'weather vane', brings together over 1,000 top exhibitors from around the world, covering the entire industry chain including AI, robotics, machine vision, and intelligent logistics, attracting precise buyers from more than 100 countries and 50,000 people.The exhibition combines technology displays and business matchmaking, featuring an AMR demonstration area and an AI automation zone on site, while simultaneously hosting high-end forums and skill certifications, anticipating cutting-edge trends such as digital twins and generative AI.With an 80% high re-subscription rate and efficient project deal rate, it provides an excellent platform for companies to expand into the North American market and connect with quality partners. Chicago has a strong industrial foundation, making it a core platform for companies to acquire customers and build their brand. It is an essential event for companies in the automation field to enhance their brand and explore business opportunities.
Exhibition Data 45,000 visitors from over 120 countries
900 exhibitors, including 200 new companies
Two exhibition halls with a total of 400,000 square feet of automation innovations140 conference sessions and 20 thematic tracks
Keynote speeches from leaders of NVIDIA, Schneider Electric, Teradyne Robotics, and the Detroit LionsKey categories for buyer procurement:
Smart hardware: collaborative robots, autonomous mobile robots, 3D printers, sensor integration systems, servo motors, etc.
Technical solutions: AI-powered solutions, Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), digital twins, machine learning, system integration services.
Supporting products: cables/connectors, vision systems, motion control devices, PLCs, safety and ergonomic equipment, etc.
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2026 Plan
Gathering over 1,000 top exhibitors from around the world, with two exhibition halls totaling 450,000 square feet
50,000 high-quality buyers and decision-makers from 100 countries, 70% of whom have purchasing recommendation/authorization/decision-making power.
66% of the audience plan to purchase from exhibitors within 24 months, and 90% of the audience can find their target products/technologies.
Buyer composition: 41% executives, 27% engineering and technical personnel, 19% operations and manufacturing managers, covering the entire decision chain.