The countdown to FABTECH 2026 is officially underway. Manufacturing professionals, fabricators, welders, plant managers, engineers, and business leaders can now register for one of the industry's most comprehensive educational events as the FABTECH Conference unveils its conference program and opens registration.
Designed to help companies navigate today's rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, the FABTECH Conference will feature more than 180 expert-led sessions and workshops across 12 educational tracks. The program focuses on practical strategies and emerging technologies that can help organizations improve productivity, address workforce challenges, optimize operations, and drive measurable business results.
Education Built for Today's Manufacturing Challenges
Produced by leading industry associations, the conference will explore many of the topics shaping the future of metal fabrication, including artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, automation, robotics, workforce development, laser technologies, stamping, forming and fabricating, and job shop operations.
Attendees will gain access to real-world insights and best practices that can be applied across a variety of manufacturing processes, including bending, laser cutting, stamping, finishing, and welding.
Why Attend?
FABTECH highlights five key reasons professionals should make the conference a priority this year:
Turn AI and innovation into real business results.
Connect with experts shaping the industry.
Drive productivity, efficiency, and ROI.
Build a stronger, future-ready workforce.
Master advanced fabrication technologies.
Whether attendees are exploring the latest automation solutions, seeking workforce strategies, or looking to improve shop floor performance, the conference is designed to provide actionable takeaways that can be implemented immediately.
Extensive Learning Opportunities
Participants can choose from a broad range of education formats, including individual sessions, workshops, and full conference packages tailored to their professional interests and organizational goals.
Conference tracks include:
Automation and Robotics
Finishing
Forming and Fabricating
Job Shop Operations
Job Shop Production
Laser
Management
Marketing and Sales Tools
Smart Fabrication
Stamping
Workforce and Talent Development
Welding
Early-Bird Savings Available
Attendees can take advantage of early-bird registration discounts through September 11. Discounted pricing is available for individual sessions, workshops, and full conference packages.
With flexible registration options and a wide variety of educational pathways, FABTECH makes it easy for attendees to customize their conference experience based on their roles, professional objectives, and budgets.
Register Today
As manufacturers continue to navigate evolving technologies, workforce demands, and operational challenges, the FABTECH Conference offers a valuable opportunity to learn from industry experts, discover new solutions, and gain insights that can help drive business success. Registration is now open, and early registrants can secure the best pricing and session availability.
To learn more about the conference program and register, visit the FABTECH Conference website.