10 Things You Won’t Want to Miss at FABTECH 2023
With more than 1500 exhibitors, nine keynotes and panels, 180+ conference sessions, and a show floor the size of almost 14 football fields, FABTECH 2023 is a big show, so start planning your time now. Here’s 10 things you won’t want to miss at FABTECH 2023.
1) Innovative Products and Solutions
Immerse yourself in aisle after aisle of 500+ new products, game-changing technology, innovative equipment, smart software, and limitless ideas and inspiration. Only here can you roll up your sleeves and get hands-on with the new products, services and people transforming the future of manufacturing.
2) FABTECH Theater
The FABTECH Theater is where the magic happens. It’s the ultimate venue to experience the event’s daily keynotes and expert panels. Hear from visionary speakers and glean valuable insights from thought leaders and futurists who are changing manufacturing as we know it. Be the first to learn where we’re headed and what the future holds. You’ll also hear from former pro golfer and PGA announcer David Feherty who will be bringing his sharp wit and colorful personality to FABTECH to share great life stories and behind-the-scenes moments from life on the PGA Tour.
3) Conference Sessions and Workshops
Led by some of the best powerhouse speakers, the FABTECH Conference will provide insights, spotlight innovative strategies, and offer solutions to your ongoing list of manufacturing and production challenges. You can customize your learning experience, tailoring it to your specific business needs.
5) Networking
It’s not every day that you are surrounded by thousands of people who “do what you do.” FABTECH is a unique opportunity to come together with like-minded individuals to network, share ideas, and make connections. From productive days on the show floor to nights with colleagues and new friends, there is nothing quite like it.
6) Industry Night
We’re throwing a party on Tuesday, September 12 to celebrate FABTECH heading to Orlando in 2024! Relax, unwind, and enjoy Florida-inspired drinks and delicious food, all while connecting with industry colleagues and new friends. The event will feature live music and plenty of activities to entertain you. Advance tickets are $75 and include entertainment, food, drinks, and more.
7) Women of FABTECH
This year’s Women of FABTECH panelists will share their personal career stories. Even our moderator will have stories to share! Learn from the experience of others as they reveal what led them to manufacturing, challenges they faced, successes, tips, and more.
8) Careers in Welding Trailer
Stop by the AWS Foundation’s Careers in Welding Mobile Exhibit and try your hand at virtual welding. Sponsored by Lincoln Electric, the trailer will provide information about career opportunities in the welding field and a chance to win a $1,000 scholarship to get started on a career in welding.
9) FABTECH Merchandise
For the first time ever, a full line of official FABTECH apparel and merchandise will be available to purchase on-site during FABTECH in Chicago. The unique collection spans from polo shirts, t-shirts, hoodies, hats, AND MORE! Show your love for FABTECH by picking up some FABTECH gear to take back home. Stop by the FABTECH merch truck located in the North Hall at B19111 to shop during show hours.
10) Mobile App
Download the FABTECH Mobile App to access show info at your fingertips. The app is designed to enhance your show experience and puts important event information in the palm of your hand so you can access it anytime, anywhere.
Bottom line: with so much to see and do at FABTECH 2023, you will want to plan ahead. The FABTECH mobile app is a great pre-planning resource. Search the list of exhibitors and products you want to see, map out your itinerary, find the conference sessions and special events you want to attend, discover things to do in Chicago, and so much more. Be sure you are prepared to hit the ground running and get the most out of your experience.
