AUTOMATE 2026, North America’s largest robotics and automation exhibition and conference, is gearing up to bring together the global automation ecosystem from 22–25 June 2026 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, USA. Organised by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), the event is expected to showcase the latest breakthroughs in robotics, artificial intelligence, machine vision, motion control, industrial IoT, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Recognised as the largest automation-focused trade show in the Americas, AUTOMATE 2026 will host more than 1,000 exhibitors and attract over 50,000 attendees, including manufacturers, technology providers, engineers, system integrators, startups, educators, and global business leaders. The exhibition floor will feature cutting-edge automation solutions ranging from collaborative robots and autonomous mobile robots to AI-powered systems, industrial communication platforms, digital manufacturing technologies, and smart factory innovations.
A major highlight of the 2026 edition will be the Humanoid Robot Forum and the NVIDIA-sponsored Humanoid Robot Pavilion, reflecting the rapidly growing interest in embodied AI and next-generation robotics applications. Industry leaders from companies such as Siemens, FANUC, Cognex, Intrinsic, Standard Bots, and General Motors are expected to participate through keynote sessions and conference discussions focused on the future of automation and workforce transformation.
The event will also feature the AUTOMATE Conference, comprising expert-led educational sessions, technical workshops, certification programs, networking events, startup showcases, student engagement initiatives, and innovation-focused forums. Special attractions include the Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Awards Dinner, A3 NextGen Student Tours, Education Pavilion, networking parties, and live demonstrations of emerging industrial technologies.
Exhibitors from across the globe, including companies specialising in robotics, industrial communication, automation software, AI, motion control, and digital transformation, are preparing for large-scale participation. Leading brands such as Hilscher, Dürr, DENSO Robotics, Allied Vision, and Yushin America have already confirmed their presence for the exhibition.
With automation continuing to reshape manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, warehousing, automotive, and industrial operations worldwide, AUTOMATE 2026 is expected to play a crucial role in accelerating innovation, business partnerships, and technology adoption across global industries.
