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From the Industrial Revolution to closed-loop systems, automation in US manufacturing has come a long way and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. At #IMTS2026, you will see not only the latest in automation technology but an exciting glimpse of what is to come as advancements continue to ramp up. With a cost reduction of up to 55% per part, seeing how automation could help your business is another solution you can explore at IMTS in the Automation Sector, powered by SPS.

Register for IMTS 2026: https://t.co/dCWigS6Km9

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Who knew a dare in 2011 could lead to Lee Marzilli co-leading a women-owned business in manufacturing? Now, Lee is not only doing bookkeeping, quoting, and managing payroll, but also working to hire for character and train for skill with a young crew at Marzilli Machine.

Read more about Lee’s journey from pharmacy chain store manager to a 13,000 square foot facility and where you can find her at #IMTS2026: https://t.co/hB3tTKgRMY

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His father might have worked at Post Cereals in Battle Creek, Michigan, but Michael Huggett, President and CEO of @INDEX_USA, traded cereal for CNC. One day, while working at a high school job for a company called "Buck Chuck", Huggett asked one of the employees to show him how to use the machines, and not only did his knowledge of CNC grow, but so did his love for manufacturing, and the rest is history!

Watch more to learn about The World According To...Michael Huggett and his journey to get there: https://t.co/HOz59nqIK4

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With resumes that feature the Discovery Channel, ocean depths, and outer space, Jeff Tiedeken and Crystal Allen of Cutting Time feel right at home in the highly competitive Bay Area. With an approach based on collaboration and experience, Jeff and Crystal’s products are key parts for venture capital firms and incubators to add value to investments and get projects off the ground fast.

Learn more about the pair’s IMTS bowling parties, their thoughts on AI, and where to find them at #IMTS2026: https://t.co/CCGFvGLXeA

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In The World According To...Markus Stolmar, people are the key. From his roots in Germany to the shop floor at @zollerinc to where he now sits as CEO of @UnitedGrinding North America, Stolmar knows that the driving forces behind today's manufacturing are not only innovation, but the people who bring that innovation to life.

Watch the newest episode of The World According To, and learn more about how the world looks to Markus Stolmar: https://t.co/5llaEBUB97

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Manufacturers and job shop professionals are finding ways to succeed while navigating operational challenges. IMTS 2026 will bring together real professionals who are finding ways to make their shops successful and to overcome challenges common in the industry. The Job Shops Workshop is specifically designed to connect these shop professionals to facilitate collaborative problem-solving and storytelling that will lead to progress for the entire industry.

Register for the Job Shops Workshop at IMTS 2026: https://t.co/rNkyQWYgRj

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The music of manufacturing called to fifth-generation musician Chris Basgall in a way that he couldn’t ignore. He went from getting his degree in music to earning his MBA in Supply Chain Management to purchasing Catamount Machine Works, a fascinating -if not atypical- career trajectory.

Read more about Chris Basgall, his manufacturing journey, and how IMTS got them from producing hundreds of parts to thousands: https://t.co/wT5z1FO0qj

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With the exhibiting space in the Additive Sector at #IMTS2026 nearly sold out, the presence of additive manufacturing is hard to ignore, and we have no intention of doing so.

That is why AMT and IMTS are excited to be releasing the Additive Manufacturing Report. This is the first of several reports on different facets of the manufacturing industry. It explains why interest in additive is rising again—driven by reshoring, supply chain risk, and the need for greater production flexibility. Inside, you will find tools such as a practical framework and a scorecard to determine where AM can deliver real value. The report also details where traditional processes still hold clear advantages and what economics truly matter beyond cost per part.

Download the report so you are up to date on the latest in additive manufacturing before #IMTS2026: https://t.co/MDseROOA0U

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We are only 5 months away from #IMTS2026, and manufacturers and machine shops representing $37.1 billion in output attend IMTS to find solutions that enable them to complete faster, transition efficiently from one job to the next, and boost competitiveness in dynamic global markets. Major companies are introducing new multitasking, multifunction, hybrid manufacturing, and 5-axis machining centers, among other innovations.

Learn more about what you can find at IMTS and the community that represents a total U.S. and foreign investment of $10.5 trillion: https://t.co/gttku8h67D

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Yesterday, @NASA launched Artemis II, marking the first time in over 50 years that America has returned to the moon. The last mission was Apollo 17 in 1972, but much more recently, we saw a piece of lunar history at IMTS 2022. At the Emerging Technology Center, we not only had part of the lunar habitat, built by @ingersollmt, but they were also printing new pieces for it live on the floor! We were honored to have a part of space exploration on display, and we cannot wait to see the amazing work of the Artemis II mission!

You can read more about the Artemis II launch here: https://t.co/ctAV65iUXf

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25 years ago, Mike Bauer of Marathon Precision invested in the company's first CNC machine, a bold choice that would lead to an abundance of opportunities. Bauer's investment in technology is why he was one of the first to own @Haas_Automation's 5-axis machines, and Marathon now operates more than 50 CNC machines.

Bauer believes that walking the floor at IMTS, talking to engineers, and seeing the latest ideas are key to advancing the manufacturing industry.

Read more about Marathon Precision and their journey: https://t.co/S6iCxAsz6n

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Clemson University's football team isn't the only cool thing to see when you visit them down in South Carolina. In the latest episode of Road Trippin' with Steve, the team heads down to Clemson to visit Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research to see what the future of automotive technology holds. From material science to the latest in autonomous vehicles, there is no shortage of cutting-edge technology for Stephen to enjoy.

Watch the latest episode: https://t.co/a1MN4AimM1

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Back in January, we sent out mailers with the ability to make your very own Rally Fighter. We challenged you, our audience, to make your own Rally Fighters and send us a picture of your finished product to win an amazing prize: a gift certificate for one of the restaurants featured in our upcoming season of Chicago Locals!

Michelle Edmonson and Elissa Davis are here to announce the winner of our contest...Joel Antipuna of @Rosenberger_NA! Congrats, Joel! We will contact you soon to deliver your prize.

Make sure to see the real Rally Fighter in person at #IMTS2026 on September 14-19 at McCormick Place! https://t.co/AaCe4M9GXY

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Hit a home run at #IMTS2026 by attending our Spring Training workshops to make the most out of your time before, during, and after the show. Learn how to convert your booth traffic into measurable ROI, utilize social media to drive meaningful traffic to your booth, and capturing the right information for your follow-up with potential customers. Join us at Heidenhain Corporation and square up to the base to hit it out at the park in September!

Register and learn more here: https://t.co/xH6Hk4t9BD

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“Here at Fullerton, the results are not hypothetical; they are people.”

In the latest episode of The Architect brought to you by @HexagonMI, Travis Egan visits Fullerton College, where mfg meets CSI. Manufacturing technology, such as the metrology tools from Hexagon, is used not only in the machine shop but also across campus in forensics classes, solving problems across industries.

Watch the latest episode of The Architect to see how Fullerton College’s work can help close the labor gap that has plagued manufacturing:

https://t.co/waplEDTE3x

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In the latest episode of Road Trippin' with Steve, brought to you by @smwautoblok, Steve is joined by Larry Robbins as they road trip to Kentucky to visit the thoroughbreds of the racetrack and the @MazakCorp ones in the machine shop. They dive into the history of Mazak, how it was the first Japanese machine tool manufacturer to build a plant in the US, and how it has continued to build an impressive legacy ever since.

Watch the full episode: https://t.co/r0mua69rEF

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Registration is now OPEN for 10+ conferences at IMTS 2026! Across focused, high-impact sessions, you’ll gain practical strategies, proven use cases, and real-world frameworks you can bring back to your organization. Whether you're leading operations, investing in growth, or navigating supply chain complexity, we have a program built for you.

Register for IMTS and the conferences: https://t.co/UchAEHAKR7

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We are on the road again! Stephen LaMarca is back for season 4 of Road Trippin' with Steve brought to you by @smwautoblok. In the first episode of the brand new season, Stephen visits SMW Autoblok with Larry Robbins to discuss the part that holds the manufacturing industry together, the chuck.

Watch the episode and stay tuned for the rest of season 4!
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Now is the time to plan for your trip to #IMTS2026, and the hotel blocks are officially OPEN! The official IMTS hotel blocks are now available, offering exclusive discounted rates at hotels across Chicago and the surrounding area. Book early to access these rates and to have the best hotel selection and pricing. When you book with us, you can also use shuttles to get to McCormick Place from your hotel, making traveling to and from the show easy.

Book your hotel room here: https://t.co/eOQYSV1vBL

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Workforce can come in forms you don’t expect, and the Uniquely Abled Academy is here to help close that skills gap. For attendees like Michael Kass, autism created workplace challenges that prevented his love for robotics and engineering from flourishing. Once Kass joined the Uniquely Abled Academy, his access to CNC training opened up opportunities and connections that helped him establish his career.

Read more about Michael Kass’ journey and Uniquely Abled Academy’s work here: https://t.co/mWGvhzmYLo