AUTOMATE 2026 to Spotlight AI, Robotics and the Future of Industrial Automation

June 10, 2026

As artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced automation technologies continue to transform industrial operations worldwide, AUTOMATE 2026 is set to bring together the innovators, technology providers, and end users driving the next phase of automation adoption.

Organized by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), AUTOMATE has established itself as North America’s largest robotics and automation exhibition and conference. The 2026 edition will take place from June 22–25, 2026, at McCormick Place in Chicago, showcasing the latest developments in robotics, AI, machine vision, motion control, and intelligent manufacturing technologies.

The four-day event will provide attendees with direct access to emerging technologies, industry experts, and market intelligence as automation investment becomes increasingly important for manufacturing competitiveness, supply chain resilience, and workforce productivity.

Focus on AI Deployment and Industrial Transformation

A key theme of AUTOMATE 2026 will be the transition of artificial intelligence from pilot programs to full-scale industrial deployment. Exhibitors and conference speakers will explore how AI-enabled systems are being integrated into production environments to improve efficiency, quality control, predictive maintenance, and operational decision-making.

The event will also highlight the continued expansion of robotics beyond traditional automotive applications into sectors including life sciences, food and beverage production, logistics, construction, and healthcare.

Industry leaders, technology developers, and automation specialists will share real-world implementation experiences, offering attendees practical insights into successful deployment strategies and measurable business outcomes.

New Humanoid Robot Pavilion Debuts

One of the most anticipated additions to AUTOMATE 2026 is the launch of a dedicated Humanoid Robot Pavilion, sponsored by NVIDIA. The pavilion will feature a range of humanoid robotic systems operating in live demonstration environments, providing visitors with an opportunity to assess the current state of humanoid technology and its potential industrial applications.

The exhibition will also co-locate the third annual Humanoid Robot Forum, offering in-depth technical sessions focused on humanoid robot development, deployment challenges, enabling technologies, and future market opportunities.

As interest in humanoid robotics continues to grow, the pavilion and forum are expected to attract significant attention from manufacturers, integrators, researchers, and investors seeking to understand the pathway from prototype development to real-world deployment.

Industry Insights and Policy Discussions

Beyond technology demonstrations and product launches, AUTOMATE 2026 will serve as a platform for discussions surrounding workforce transformation, automation policy, and U.S. industrial competitiveness.

Media attendees will have access to industry trend briefings, market data, executive interviews, and expert panels examining the implications of accelerating automation adoption. Topics are expected to include workforce development, skills requirements, reshoring initiatives, and the role of automation in supporting national manufacturing growth strategies.

The event’s broad industry representation provides a unique opportunity to assess how automation technologies are influencing both operational performance and long-term economic policy discussions.

A Hub for Automation Innovation

Produced by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), North America’s leading automation trade association, AUTOMATE 2026 will bring together companies representing robotics, machine vision, motion control, artificial intelligence, and related automation technologies.

With growing demand for intelligent, flexible, and scalable automation solutions, the event offers a comprehensive view of the technologies shaping the future of industrial operations and advanced manufacturing.

For manufacturers, technology providers, system integrators, and industry analysts, AUTOMATE 2026 promises to be one of the year’s most significant gatherings focused on the future of automation.

For more information: www.automateshow.com

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