What FABTECH 2026 Covers
FABTECH spans a vast range of technologies and solutions across the metalworking industry, including:
Metal forming and fabricating: tube & pipe forming, stamping, bending, cutting, pressing, roll forming, hydroforming, and structural steel fabrication.
Welding & joining technologies: arc welding, MIG/TIG/Cobot welding, robotic welding systems, fastening, brazing, soldering, and hybrid joining methods.
Finishing & surface treatment: coating, painting, galvanizing, surface finishing and treatment, to meet industrial standards and durability requirements.
Automation, robotics & smart-factory solutions: integrating automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 systems, digital manufacturing workflows and production optimization.
Quality control, inspection & testing: non-destructive testing (NDT), measurement, precision inspection, testing equipment and metrology tools.
Raw materials & components: metal sheets, pipes, tubes, structural profiles, fasteners, welding consumables, and other industrial supplies.
In addition to exhibitions, FABTECH includes educational sessions, technical workshops, keynote lectures, and panels offering attendees the chance to stay updated on the latest industry trends, learn best practices, and understand future directions in metal fabrication and manufacturing.
Exhibitors & Participating Companies
Typical exhibitors at FABTECH include:
Machine-tool manufacturers and tube/ pipe forming equipment producers
Fabrication machinery builders (stamping, bending, pressing, rolling)
Welding and joining system suppliers from manual welding to robotic welding cells
Surface treatment, coating, galvanizing and finishing technology providers
Automation, robotics, and smart-factory system integrators
Quality control, testing, NDT, inspection, and metrology equipment vendors
Suppliers of raw materials: metal sheets, pipes, structural profiles, fasteners, welding electrodes etc.
Industrial software providers (production planning, CAD/CAM, process control)
Distributors, OEM suppliers, industrial contractors and trading companies
These participants cover a broad geographic span from local U.S. firms to global exporters giving visitors access to an extensive global supply-chain network.
Who Should Attend
FABTECH is ideal for:
Manufacturers and fabricators of metal structures, tubes, pipes, and sheet metal
Welding shops, repair & maintenance services, and metal fabrication workshops
Procurement managers, sourcing specialists, and buyers of metalworking machinery and tools
Engineers and technical managers in automotive, aerospace, construction, energy, HVAC, and heavy-industry sectors
Distributors, importers/exporters, and companies sourcing equipment or services globally
Automation & robotics integrators, Industry 4.0 solution providers, and factory modernization planners
R&D teams, design engineers, and industrial consultants seeking up-to-date techniques and technologies
Investors and business developers interested in entering or expanding in the metalworking and fabrication markets
Why Attend FABTECH
Attending FABTECH offers a unique opportunity to:
Discover the latest innovations in metal forming, welding, fabrication, automation, and finishing
Compare machines, tools, materials, and technologies from hundreds of vendors all at once
Meet and network with global manufacturers, suppliers, and industry decision-makers
Explore new sourcing channels, export/import partnerships, and supply-chain solutions
Stay updated on industry trends, sustainability, Industry 4.0, and manufacturing best practices
Access a wide range of industrial markets automotive, aerospace, construction, energy, HVAC, heavy machinery, and more
Build long-term B2B relationships, partnerships, and collaborative projects
FABTECH isn’t just a trade show it’s a comprehensive industrial ecosystem that brings together machinery, technology, business opportunities and global markets under one roof.
