Frequently Asked Questions
International Manufacturing Technology Show
September 9-14, 2024
McCormick Place
2301 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Drive | Chicago, IL | 60616
IMTS is owned and operated by:
AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology
7901 Jones Branch Drive, Suite 900
McLean, VA 22102-4206 US
For more information call us at 703.827.5221 or 800.828.7469
About the Show | MyShow Planner | Education
About The Show
Show Dates, Times, & Location
- What are the show dates?
- September 9-14, 2024
- September 14-19, 2026
- Where is the show held?
- McCormick Place
2301 S Lake Shore Drive | Chicago, IL 60616
IMTS will occupy all four of the buildings at McCormick Place: North, South, East, & West. There is over 1.2 million square feet of exhibit space. Each building will have specific product sectors. - East Building, Level 3
· Fabricating & Lasers
· Machine Components / Cleaning / Environmental
· Quality Assurance
· Software - East Building, Level 2
· Smartforce Student Summit - North Building, Level 3
· Abrasive Machining / Sawing / Finishing
· Automation – accelerated by SPS – Smart Production Solutions
· Gear Generation - South Building, Level 3
· Metal Removal - West Building, Level 3
· Additive Manufacturing – accelerated by Formnext
· Tooling & Workholding Systems - What are the show hours?
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Show Hours (all hours are central time) Building / Level Exhibit Hall Hours East Building, Level 3 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. West Building, Level 3 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. North Building, Level 3 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. South Building, Level 3 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Student Summit, East Building, Level 2 9:00am - 3:00pm | M-F
9:00am - 1:00pm | Saturday - When will I receive my badge?
- Visitor badge mailings will begin in August. If you registered on or before August 18th and received a confirmation, you will receive your badge in the mail. Registrations made after August 18th through the show can be picked up at an onsite registration area in any hall.
Click here for full registration details and to register online. - What are the onsite Visitor registration locations & hours?
- There are designated visitor registration areas in each building at McCormick Place:
- · North – Level 1 by Gate 26
· East – Level 2 Lobby
· South – S102
· West – Level 3 Central Concourse - The hours of registration in each building at McCormick Place:
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Registration Hours (all hours are central time) Building / Level Registration Hours East Building, Level 3 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. West Building, Level 3 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. North Building, Level 3 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. South Building, Level 3 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. East Building, Level 2
(Smartforce Student Summit)8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. - I never received confirmation for registration - what do I do?
- If you did not receive an immediate confirmation from your online registration, there may have been an issue. You can check your registration status by calling 508-743-8535 or emailing IMTS2024@Xpressreg.net.
- What do I do if I lose my badge?
- You may visit any Visitor Registration area to get another one. Please have photo ID.
- How do I get a receipt for registration?
- Visit the our registration site to get a receipt for your registration.
- I have registered for IMTS Exhibits Only and now want to attend the IMTS Conference. What should I do?
- Normal registration is different than our options to attend conferences. To browse the selection of conferences, please visit our registration page and scroll to “Conference Registration Prices”. You can then click on any of them to receive an overview and pricing. There are no bundle deals with conferences, each one is a separate purchase.
- Are children permitted at the show? What is your admission policy for children and young adults?
- Yes, children are permitted on the show floor but those under 18 years old must be accompanied by a registered adult and are allowed on the show floor only during posted exhibit hours. ALL people entering the show floor MUST obtain and display their badge at all times.
- Does my child need to register / Does my child need a badge?
- Regardless of registration category, every person entering the exhibit hall must be registered and must have a badge. You can take your child(ren) to any visitor registration counter onsite to receive a badge at no cost. You can also phone in registration to 508-743-8535 or email IMTS2024@Xpressreg.net.
- Are Cameras/Video Equipment Allowed on the Show Floor?
- Cameras and video recording devices are allowed on the show floor; however, each exhibitor may limit the use of photography in their booth. Exhibitors may have a ‘No Photography’ sign in the booth. To obtain a ‘No Photography’ sign, visit the IMTS Show Office in your building. To take photos of another booth, permission must be obtained from the booth personnel.
- Is there a Dress Code?
- While there is no dress code, most visitors wear attire that is consistent with what you would wear to a manufacturing plant or factory.
- How Can I Get the Latest News from IMTS?
- We have four official e-Newsletters:
- · IMTS+: Explore a new digital destination, designed for the manufacturing technology community, where you can watch, read, learn, join, and connect.
· The IMTS Insider: This is your one-stop destination for updates about the show, as well as information on business solutions, manufacturing technology advances, marketing & sales tips, professional development, and industry events.
·IMTS Technology e-Newsletter: Your in-depth guide to the most exciting and innovative products that will be on display at the show. This e-newsletter begins its publication cycle approximately 8 weeks prior to IMTS.
· Wake-Up IMTS: Your daily morning insight for upcoming events and latest news from the show floor. Produced show days only (Sept 9-14). - What is the best way to reserve a hotel room for IMTS 2024?
- For details about available hotels and to reserve your room online, visit IMTS 2024 Housing
- Global Housing Solutions, powered by AMT, is the only housing provider for the event for both visitors and exhibitors.
- If you have any questions, please email housing@AMTonline.org or call our team at 800-957-7714. We are confident that Global Housing Solutions, powered by AMT, will ensure a positive booking experience for IMTS 2024.
- Beware of False Solicitations
Global Housing Solutions, powered by AMT, contracts with 90+ Chicago area hotels to secure and manage room blocks specifically for IMTS. GHS creates sub-blocks for exhibitors, who can request any number of rooms to ensure their group stays at their desired location. GHS can manage room bookings or can provide your exhibit manager with control to change personnel and adjust arrival and departure dates; and you will not be charged at the time of booking. - Is there transportation from my hotel to McCormick Place?
- Complimentary shuttle bus service will be provided during the show days, September 9-14, to and from most official show hotels and McCormick Place. They run from 7:00 am - 11:00 am and from 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm.
- Full shuttle details will be out by end of June, 2024.
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Show Planner
- What is the Show Planner?
- The Show Planner combines planning and logistics into one easy-to-use tool. You can use the Show Planner to research and contact exhibitors before the show, explore virtual floor plans, organize personal events, and browse conference sessions – so you can make the most of your visit to IMTS 2024. Visit IMTS.com/planner to get started.
- Will I be able to access Show Planner on-site at IMTS?
- You may access your Show Planner via the IMTS app. (The IMTS mobile app will be available in August, 2024)
- How do I get started?
- Setting up a Show Planner account is easy and FREE. To get started, visit IMTS.com/planner.
Education
- What type of inspiration & learning opportunities does IMTS offer?
- There are more than 10 conferences held at IMTS along with live learning experiences through the shows. The IMTS 2024 Conference, Co-Located Conferences & Workshops run Sept. 9-14, 2024 and brings together the industry to discuss opportunities, exchange new ideas, network with peers, and explore new ways to enhance business.
- · AMT's Emerging Technology Center
· IMTS+ Additive Hub
· IMTS+ Afterwards
· IMTS+ Automation Hub
· IMTS+ Digital Manufacturing Hub
· IMTS+ Main Stage
· IMTS+ Metalworking Hub
· The IMTS 2024 Conference
· IMTS Elevate: Job Shops
· IMTS Elevate: Women Make Manufacturing Move
· IMTS Elevate: LATAM
· IMTS Investor Forum
· Industrial Laser Conference
· Parts Cleaning Conference
· Smart Manufacturing Showcase
· SPS Theater
· Supply Chain Forum
· Succeeding wiht Powder Bed Fusion Workshop
· The Automated Shop Conference (TASC) - For more information on the IMTS Conference and other co-located conferences, visit IMTS.com/conference.
- What sessions are available at each conference?
- Session information will be available June 1, 2024. Once sessions are open, you will be able to browse conference sessions by day, or by conference using our Session Search.