The ASSEMBLY Show Returns to Rosemont in October
The ASSEMBLY Show 2026 is returning October 27–29, 2026, to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. For the 14th year, The ASSEMBLY Show will once again be co-located with The Quality Show and SMTA International, creating one of the industry’s most comprehensive events for manufacturing, quality, and electronics assembly professionals.
The show is the premier event for manufacturing engineers, operations leaders, and production professionals seeking the latest technologies, equipment, and strategies to improve assembly processes, streamline operations, and enhance plant performance. By bringing together The ASSEMBLY Show, The Quality Show, and SMTA International under one roof, attendees gain access to a broader cross-section of manufacturing innovation spanning automation and robotics, quality testing, electronics production, and process improvement.
Together, the three co-located events offer opportunities to explore emerging technologies, gain practical insights, and connect with peers and suppliers across the full manufacturing ecosystem.
The combined event will feature hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest equipment, tools, and technologies in:
- Assembly automation and robotics
- Quality inspection and testing
- Electronics manufacturing and SMT
- Adhesives, dispensing, and fastening
- Motion control and industrial software
- AI, digital transformation, and smart manufacturing
- Process improvement and plant optimization
In addition to a robust show floor, attendees will have access to multiple educational opportunities designed to deliver practical, actionable takeaways. The conference program will feature expert-led sessions, workshops, and case studies covering the latest trends in assembly, quality, automation, and electronics manufacturing. Topics will include workforce development, AI in manufacturing, advanced inspection systems, smart factory implementation, and continuous improvement strategies. Located on the show floor, the Learning Theater will feature a full schedule of complimentary 30-minute presentations led by industry experts and exhibiting companies. New for 2026, attendees can also take part in concise, high-impact 15-minute educational sessions presented in two dedicated Learning HUBS focused on emerging technologies, automation, and process improvement. In addition, the exhibit hall will feature live equipment demonstrations, networking events, and opportunities to connect directly with engineers, plant managers, systems integrators, and suppliers from across the manufacturing sector.
For information on registering for the show, visit assemblymag.com/the-assembly-show.
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