MT Series East
MT Series West
MT Series Southeast
MT Series Southwest
RAPID + TCT
Explore Event
AeroDef Manufacturing
Explore Event
Smart Manufacturing Experience
Explore Event
CMTS
MMTS
WMTS
FABTECH
Manufacturing Technology Series
Regional events bringing manufacturing technology to buyers across the United States.
Specialized Manufacturing Events
Focused events built around specific technologies and manufacturing disciplines.
Canadian Manufacturing Events
Dedicated events serving manufacturers across Canada's key industrial regions.
Partner Events
Strategic partner events extending SME's reach across the manufacturing industry.
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PutYourSolutionsinFrontofManufacturingBuyers
SME Events connect equipment manufacturers, technology providers and solution partners with the professionals shaping the future of manufacturing. Explore exhibit opportunities across SME's regional, specialized, and North American manufacturing events.
Average attendee purchasing budget, putting real buying power directly in front of your business.
Find the Right Market for Your Business
Whether your goals are regional expansion, entry into a specialized technology market or broader access to North American manufacturers, SME offers exhibitor opportunities built around distinct audiences and industries.
Manufacturing Technology Series
Regional events bringing manufacturing technology to buyers across the United States.
Manufacturing Technology Series01MT Series East
Exhibit where Eastern U.S. manufacturers come to evaluate equipment, technology and suppliers for their production operations.
Manufacturing Technology Series02MT Series West
Reach Western U.S. manufacturers evaluating new equipment, automation and technology for their growing operations.
Manufacturing Technology Series03MT Series Southeast
Meet Southeastern manufacturers actively investing in equipment, tooling and technology to expand capacity.
Manufacturing Technology Series04MT Series Southwest
Engage Southwestern manufacturers seeking precision equipment, automation and advanced manufacturing solutions.
Specialized Manufacturing Events
Focused events built around specific technologies and manufacturing disciplines.
Specialized Manufacturing Events01RAPID + TCT
Showcase your additive manufacturing technology to buyers evaluating 3D printing systems, materials, software and services for production applications.
Specialized Manufacturing Events02AeroDef Manufacturing
Connect with aerospace and defense manufacturers sourcing machining, automation, additive, composites and inspection technology for critical applications.
Specialized Manufacturing Events03Smart Manufacturing Experience
Reach manufacturers actively investing in smart factory technology, data systems and digital transformation solutions.
Canadian Manufacturing Events
Dedicated events serving manufacturers across Canada's key industrial regions.
Canadian Manufacturing Events01CMTS
Reach Canadian manufacturers from coast to coast seeking equipment, tooling and technology to drive their operations.
Canadian Manufacturing Events02MMTS
Connect with Quebec manufacturers evaluating equipment and technology for their production facilities.
Canadian Manufacturing Events03WMTS
Reach Western Canadian manufacturers in energy, agriculture, heavy equipment and precision manufacturing.
Partner Events
Strategic partner events extending SME's reach across the manufacturing industry.
Partner Events01FABTECH
Exhibit at North America's most comprehensive metalworking event and reach buyers sourcing forming, fabricating, welding, finishing and stamping technology.
More Than Visibility. A Direct Path to Manufacturing Buyers.
Exhibiting at SME Events puts your technology in front of the people who specify, approve and purchase manufacturing equipment. It's where complex buying decisions start, accelerate, and close.
Demonstrate Equipment and Technology
Show buyers how your products perform in real manufacturing applications.
Meet Qualified Buyers
Connect with professionals actively evaluating and purchasing manufacturing solutions.
Generate Sales Conversations
Turn product interest into real pipeline through face-to-face engagement.
Enter New Geographic Markets
Reach regional, national and Canadian manufacturers in one portfolio.
Strengthen Distributor and Customer Relationships
Meet existing partners and build new distribution channels in person.
Build Brand Recognition
Establish your company as a leader across manufacturing technology segments.
Shorten Complex Sales Cycles
Move capital-equipment discussions forward through direct interaction.
Gather Direct Market Intelligence
Learn what buyers need, what they're budgeting, and where the market is heading.
Verified Audience Data
Audience statistics, attendee roles, purchasing authority, industries represented and exhibitor results are managed per event and verified before publication. Contact the SME Events team for the latest verified data for any specific event.
Request Verified DataReach Manufacturing Decision-Makers
Across the SME Events portfolio, exhibitors connect with the professionals who drive manufacturing investment — from the shop floor to the executive suite.
Owners and Executives
Plant Managers
Manufacturing Engineers
Production Leaders
Operations Professionals
Purchasing and Procurement
Design Engineers
Quality Professionals
R&D Leaders
Technology Implementation Teams
Distributors and Integrators
Note: Audience composition varies by event. Each SME event serves a distinct geographic market, technology focus, and attendee profile. Review individual event pages for specific audience details, or contact the SME Events team for guidance on the best event for your target buyers.
Which SME Event Is Right for You?
Tell us about your target market, technology, and goals. We'll recommend the SME events that put you in front of the right buyers.
Every manufacturing technology.
One exhibit portfolio.
SME Events span the full spectrum of manufacturing — from traditional metalworking to advanced additive, automation, and smart manufacturing. Find the audience that matches your products.
Build a Stronger Manufacturing Sales Pipeline
SME Events are designed to drive measurable business outcomes — not just attendance. Here's what exhibiting across the portfolio can do for your sales pipeline.
Generate Qualified Opportunities
Connect with professionals actively evaluating manufacturing solutions.
Demonstrate Your Technology
Show buyers how your products perform in real manufacturing applications.
Expand into New Markets
Reach regional, national, specialized and Canadian manufacturing audiences.
Strengthen Industry Relationships
Meet customers, prospects, distributors, integrators and strategic partners.
Accelerate Sales Conversations
Move complex buying discussions forward through face-to-face interaction.
Regional and Specialized Market Access
SME Events are built around distinct geographic markets and technology communities. Whether you're targeting a specific region, a specialized technology sector, or the Canadian market, there's an SME event designed to put you in front of the right buyers.
Regional U.S. Markets
MT Series events bring manufacturing technology directly to buyers across the Eastern, Western, Southeastern and Southwestern United States.
Specialized Technology Markets
Focused events for additive manufacturing, aerospace and defense, and smart manufacturing — each built around a distinct technology community.
North America-Wide Partner Events
Strategic partner events like FABTECH extend SME's reach across the full spectrum of metalworking and fabrication.
One inquiry connects you with the full SME Events portfolio. Tell us your goals and our team will help you build a single-event or multi-event strategy.
Built to Drive Exhibitor Results
SME Events are designed around one outcome: connecting exhibitors with qualified manufacturing buyers. Each event delivers a distinct audience, a focused technology floor, and a direct path to sales conversations.
Verified event data: Audience statistics, attendee demographics and exhibitor results are managed per event and verified before publication. Contact the SME Events team for the latest verified data for any specific event.
Explore Exhibitor Opportunities
Tell us about your company and the markets you want to reach. The SME Events team will help identify the most relevant opportunities.
Let's start with you
So we know who to reach out to with your exhibit options.
Connect Your Business with Manufacturing Buyers Across North America
Showcase your technology, build relationships and generate new business at SME-produced and SME-partnered manufacturing events. Tell us about your company and the markets you want to reach.