Fabtech 2026
FABTECH 2026, North America’s largest metal forming, fabricating, welding, and finishing event, will take place October 21 to 23, 2026 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Recognized as the premier gathering for manufacturing professionals, FABTECH brings together more than 31,000 attendees and over 1,500 suppliers to explore the latest advancements in automation, robotics, smart manufacturing, and production technology. Spanning more than 800,000 square feet of exhibit space, the event delivers an unmatched opportunity to experience live equipment demonstrations, discover emerging innovations, and connect with decision makers who are shaping the future of industrial manufacturing.
FABTECH is designed as a comprehensive, hands on environment where attendees can test drive advanced machinery, compare technologies, and engage directly with industry experts. The show floor is organized into specialized pavilions that highlight robotics, automation, finishing, and digital manufacturing, making it easy for visitors to navigate solutions aligned with their operational goals. In addition to the expansive exhibits, the event features more than 100 educational sessions covering technical, operational, and strategic topics, as well as networking programs such as Industry Night and the Emerging Leaders initiative. Complimentary early registration and targeted educational tracks further reinforce FABTECH’s value for plant managers, engineers, production supervisors, and corporate leaders seeking to remain competitive in an evolving manufacturing landscape.
Digitize Designs will be showcasing advanced 3D scanning and metrology solutions at FABTECH 2026, presenting both Artec 3D and Scanology (in booth C2724) scanners to demonstrate how precision data capture is transforming metal fabrication and inspection workflows. These technologies illustrate the shift from traditional manual measurement methods to fast, intelligent, and non contact digital scanning systems capable of delivering high resolution data in real time. From handheld scanners engineered for complex geometries to automated solutions integrated with robotic systems for continuous inspection, visitors will see how modern 3D scanning accelerates design validation, reverse engineering, and quality assurance directly on the shop floor.
Advancements in artificial intelligence driven surface detection, automated alignment, and high speed processing continue to elevate metrology accuracy while reducing preparation time and operator dependency. These innovations support digital twin development, streamline production cycles, and allow manufacturers to move from prototype to final inspection with greater confidence. By presenting Artec and Scanology technologies together, Digitize Designs highlights how adaptable 3D scanning solutions can be tailored to diverse applications across fabrication, welding, and finishing operations.
FABTECH 2026 stands as a critical destination for professionals seeking practical tools, technical insights, and scalable solutions that drive measurable productivity gains across the entire manufacturing ecosystem.