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IMTS 2024

IMTS is the largest manufacturing technology show and marketplace in the Western Hemisphere. This is where innovators, manufacturers, suppliers, and drivers of manufacturing technology unite to build connections and find inspiration.

Mark your calendars for September 9-14, 2024, and join us at McCormick place in Chicago, IL.

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Event Information

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📆 Date: September 9-14, 2024 

🗺️ Location: McCormick Place, 2301 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL

📍 Hirebotics Booth: 236341

Discover What's New at Hirebotics

Talk Session

Matt Bush, Chief Operations Officer From Hirebotics, will speak on this topic: From Crisis to Catalyst: Cobot Welding - The Answers We Weren’t Looking For. 

In this session, we will be comparing different industry offerings and contrasting them to understand how they can positively impact the global welding workforce. Some of the benefits that we will be discussing are retaining existing employees, increasing productivity, enabling companies to be competitive in a global marketplace, growing their revenue, and ultimately hiring more employees.


Thursday, Sept.12 @ 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM Central  

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Also learn about new features that will be launched:

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Integration to Miller® Auto DeltaWeld™

Designed for cobot automation and future-proofs the Cobot Welder by enabling remote updates of future weld features. Additionally, the new Miller® Auto DeltaWeld™ System improves welding capabilities for steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
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Fine-Tune Feature

Allows customers to easily adjust the robot’s torch angles for a set of points along a weld, in plain speak that welders are used to: Travel Angle, Work Angle, Contact Tip to Work Distance. Welders can also use fine tune to adjust their weld points along the weld path (e.g, to adjust the start point 1 mm further along the weld path).
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Enhanced Stitch Weld

Launching at IMTS! This capability allows customers to re-sequence stitch patterns, stitch through radial welds, and more.

Meet Hirebotics at IMTS 2024 Booth 236341

Join us at our booth to experience teaching our Cobot Welder and Cobot Plasma Cutter. Our experts will be on hand to demonstrate how you can operate and teach it using just your phone with our Beacon app!

Learn about our new products & features and how they are helping fabricators improve their operations and increase their bottom line with the same team!

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What is IMTS 2024?

The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2024 is one of the largest industrial trade shows in the world. It brings together industry professionals, experts, and innovators to showcase the latest advancements in manufacturing technology.

From CNC machining and automation to robotics, additive manufacturing, software, and digital technologies – IMTS showcases it all.

You will have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders, learn about new trends and technologies, attend educational events, and discover solutions that can drive your business forward. 

With over 1.3 million square feet of exhibit space and more than 1,200 exhibiting companies from around the world – IMTS is a must-attend event for anyone in the manufacturing industry.

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When and Where is IMTS 2024

IMTS 2024 will be held from September 9-14, 2024, at McCormick Place, located at 2301 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL.

McCormick Place
📍 2301 S King Dr
Chicago, Illinois 60616

Mark your calendars, and make sure to visit our booth 236341 at IMTS 2024!

Who Should Attend IMTS 2024?

IMTS 2024 is for anyone involved in the metal forming and fabrication industry. Whether you're an engineer, manufacturer, or business owner, this event is designed to help you stay ahead of the curve with the newest trends and technologies.

Why attend IMTS 2024? 

  • Discover Innovations: See the latest advancements in metal forming and fabrication.
  • Network with Professionals: Connect with industry leaders and peers.
  • Educational Opportunities: Attend sessions and workshops led by experts.
  • Hands-On Demos: Experience the newest tools and technologies up close.

While waiting for the show, let us share those interesting resources.

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Who attends the Automate Show?

Discover the stakeholder who will be visiting Automate 2023 in Detroit, but most importantly WHY you should attend too!

Here are 5 reasons to attend the Automate Show 2023

The Automate show, hosted by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), is the largest and most inspiring showcase of robotics, motion control, vision, artificial intelligence and related automation technologies in North America. With 600+ leading automation innovators, manufacturers, engineers and suppliers under one roof—you can see, touch and experience automation in a whole new way.

From the products to the people, there is a reason this is the automation event for trailblazers—those looking to rethink their business, get ahead in their industry or stay at the forefront of what’s possible.

But don’t just take it from us. Here are five reasons why past attendees think Automate is a must-attend too—and why you should register right now (for FREE).

1. SEE AUTOMATION IN ACTION

After the last two years, businesses have had to find new (and virtual) ways to connect. While some companies may have returned to work, others are still very much remote. No matter where your company stands, the truth is there is no comparison to seeing products in action. From exclusive previews to live demos, Automate has it all.

“IT'S ONE THING TO SEE THIS STUFF ONLINE AND IN BROCHURES, BUT TO ACTUALLY SEE THESE TECHNOLOGIES IN PERSON GIVES YOU A WHOLE NEW PERSPECTIVE ON THEM AND HOW THEY CAN BENEFIT YOU AND YOUR COMPANY.” – PETHER M.

 

2. MEET OTHER GAME CHANGERS

Automate prides itself on bringing together some of the greatest automation minds and solutions. From industry-defining exhibitors to over 25,000 attendees from around the world, every person that steps foot on the Automate show floor is there to move their business—and their industry—forward.

“I KNEW THERE WAS NEW TECHNOLOGY EMERGING, BUT I HAD NO IDEA THERE WAS SO MUCH! THERE WAS SO MUCH TO SEE.” – JAMES L.

 

3. WITNESS THE FUTURE

We all know that technology never stops advancing. So, neither can we. That’s why the Automate show floor is a true showcase of what’s possible in automation today—and tomorrow. While you’ll find traditional and tried-and-true solutions, you’ll also discover groundbreaking innovations and game-changing technologies that will move your business forward in the future.

“IT IS THE MOST EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF AUTOMATION EQUIPMENT IN ONE PLACE AND A GREAT SNAPSHOT OF THE OVERALL DIRECTION OF THE INDUSTRY.” – MIA S.

 

4. INSPIRE BREAKTHROUGHS

Will a solution for the automotive industry inspire a revelation for medical device manufacturing? Will manufacturing influence construction? With innovation at every turn and trailblazers from a wide array of industries, there’s no limit to what you can inspire at Automate.

“IT WILL OPEN YOUR EYES TO SOLUTIONS YOU NEVER WOULD HAVE THOUGHT OF.” – CHRIS S.

 

5. SOLVE BUSINESS PROBLEMS 

Whether you have a specific solution in mind or are simply looking to explore the wonder of automation, you never know what might end up being the key to accelerating your success.

AUTOMATE IS A GREAT PLACE TO FIND PRODUCTS AND TALK TO THE PEOPLE THAT MADE THEM. WE SOLVED PROBLEMS ATTENDING THIS SHOW.” – JORGE F

 

Ready to unlock the automation possibilities for your business? Register for Automate today!

(Sourced from https://www.automateshow.com/)

IMTS 2024 Schedule

Show & Onsite Registration Hours
All hours are central time

Building / Level

Exhibit Hall Hours

Registration Hours

East Building, Level 3

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

West Building

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

North Building

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

South Building

10:00 am - 6:00 pm

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Student Summit, East Building, Level 2

9:00am - 3:00pm | M-F

9:00am - 1:00pm | Saturday

8:00am - 3:00pm

 

Conferences Schedule

Check out the full IMTS Conference schedule here.

Matt Bush, Chief Operations Officer From Hirebotics, will speak on this topic: From Crisis to Catalyst: Cobot Welding - The Answers We Weren’t Looking For. 

Thursday, Sept.12 @ 1:15 PM - 2:10 PM Central 

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IMTS 2024 Map

Find your way around the event with the IMTS interactive MAP.

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Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to advance your knowledge and skills in metal forming and fabrication.

See you in Chicago!

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