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WHAT IS the Advanced Manufacturing Expo?

The Advanced Manufacturing Expo (AME) is the premier gathering for professionals shaping the future of manufacturing. It’s where innovation meets production — connecting industry leaders, cutting-edge technology, and real-world solutions under one roof.

Explore the latest in automation, metalworking, MRO & safety, and Industry 4.0 technology across four dynamic halls. From hands-on demonstrations to expert-led sessions, AME is your gateway to smarter, faster, and more efficient manufacturing.

Ready to build what’s next? Take your next step at the Advanced Manufacturing Expo.

  • Automation

  • Metalworking

  • MRO / Safety

  • i4.0 Tech

AME 2026 HIGHLIGHT VIDEO

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The Location

The DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids, Michigan, stands as a powerhouse venue built for big ideas, bold innovation, and industry-shaping connections. With its sweeping modern architecture, expansive exhibit halls, and state-of-the-art infrastructure, DeVos Place delivers the perfect stage for manufacturing excellence. From towering equipment displays to cutting-edge automation demos, the space handles heavy hitters with ease—literally and figuratively. Nestled along the picturesque Grand River and surrounded by the energy of downtown Grand Rapids, it offers an unbeatable blend of professionalism, accessibility, and sheer spectacle. For a manufacturing tradeshow, DeVos Place doesn’t just host the industry—it elevates it.

Modern indoor atrium with a high curved ceiling, large windows, and a winding escalator overhead. Sunlight reflects off polished floors, with people walking and sitting.
City skyline during sunset with modern buildings and a river in the foreground.
Exterior view of Devin's Place, modern building with large stained glass window and curved metal archway, daylight, clear blue sky, trees nearby, stairs leading up to entrance.

AME 2026 Sponsors


Creston Industrial Sales logo with shield emblem and bold blue text

hall Sponsors

Logo of Action Industrial Supply Company with a shield emblem and bold blue text.
The image features the logo of the Circuit of the Americas, a motorsport track in Austin, Texas, with the text 'COTA'. The logo includes a stylized design resembling a circuit board or track outline, with a golden gear and circuit lines.

show Sponsors

The logo of Visual Components featuring a stylized yellow V and black text.

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media Sponsors

Text graphic with the words "CRAIN'S CRAIN COMMUNICATIONS" in red and blue fonts.
Logo of Michigan Manufacturers Association with the letters MMA, a map of Michigan, and a swoosh design.
Yahoo Logo with yellow and black design