Must-Attend Smart Manufacturing Events in June-July 2025

As smart manufacturing continues to reshape the global industrial landscape, 2025 promises to be a pivotal year for production technology. From AI-driven automation to real-time monitoring and sustainable practices, the latest innovations are on display at key industry events. These events provide opportunities to network, explore cutting-edge solutions, and gain insights into the future of Industry 5.0

1. Smart Manufacturing Summit 2025

• Date: June 19, 2025
• Location: Gurugram, India
• Website: smart-mfg.in

The 20th edition of the Smart Manufacturing Summit in India focuses on implementing intelligent, digitized, and automated factories. This one-day event unites industry leaders to discuss Industry 4.0, AI, Industrial IoT (IIoT), and sustainable manufacturing. Expect thought-provoking keynotes, panel discussions, and a solution showcase highlighting low-cost, high-impact technologies for production efficiency.
Topics include AI-driven process automation, real-time data analytics for machining, and green manufacturing strategies. The summit emphasizes networking, with curated 1:1 meetings to foster partnerships.

Why Attend? Perfect for professionals interested in cost-effective smart manufacturing solutions and Asia’s growing role in production tech innovation.

2. Automatica 2025

• Date: June 24–27, 2025
• Location: Messe München, Munich, Germany
• Website: automatica-munich.com

Automatica is one of the world’s leading trade fairs for smart automation and robotics, attracting global manufacturers and engineers. In 2025, the event will showcase advancements in AI-guided automation, collaborative robots (cobots), and vision-based quality control. Exhibitors like Solomon will demonstrate technologies such as one-shot learning for inspection and AI-driven standard operating procedure (SOP) guidance.
The event features workshops, live demos, and technical sessions on integrating automation with real-time monitoring systems for machining and production. With a focus on practical applications, Automatica bridges the gap between innovation and implementation.
 

Why Attend? A must for those exploring robotics and AI integration in production, with a strong emphasis on precision and monitoring.

3. Rethink! Smart Manufacturing 2025

• Date: June 30–July 1, 2025
• Location: Maritim proArte Hotel, Berlin, Germany
• Website: rethink-smart-manufacturing.com
• Overview:
  This strategic conference targets manufacturing managers and executives, offering a platform to discuss Industry 4.0, lean management, and smart production trends. The 2025 edition will feature interactive sessions on AI, IIoT, and predictive maintenance, with case studies on optimizing machining processes through real-time data.
  Expect panel discussions, workshops, and networking with over 250 innovation and technology managers. The event emphasizes actionable strategies for enhancing productivity and resilience in smart factories.
  Why Attend? Ideal for decision-makers seeking to align production tech with business goals, particularly in monitoring and efficiency.

4. Foam Expo & Adhesives and Bonding Expo 2025

• Date: June 24–26, 2025
• Location: Novi, Michigan, USA
• Website: foam-expo.com
• Overview:
  North America’s largest free trade fair for foam products and industrial bonding, this event also covers advanced manufacturing technologies. In 2025, exhibitors will showcase smart production tools, including sensors for process monitoring and automation for bonding applications. Technical sessions will explore how real-time data improves quality control in manufacturing lightweight materials for industries like automotive and aerospace.
  The co-located Adhesives and Bonding Expo adds value with insights into precision machining and material integration.
  Why Attend? A niche event for those interested in smart manufacturing applications in specialized materials and monitoring-driven quality assurance.

5. Sensors Converge 2025

• Date: June 24–26, 2025
• Location: Santa Clara, California, USA
• Website: sensorsconverge.com

North America’s largest electronics event for design engineers, Sensors Converge 2025 focuses on sensor technologies critical to smart manufacturing. Sessions will cover IoT sensors for machine health monitoring, AI-enhanced data analytics, and edge computing for real-time production insights. Exhibitors will demo sensors for vibration, temperature, and pressure, essential for predictive maintenance and machining precision.
Keynotes from industry leaders will address trends like sensor fusion and 5G-enabled IIoT for factory automation.

Why Attend? Essential for professionals focused on sensor-driven monitoring and data-driven production optimization.

6. International Conference on Smart Industrial Manufacturing (ICSIM) 2025

• Date: Dates to be confirmed (typically June–July)
• Location: To be confirmed (previous events held in Asia/Europe)
• Website: Check travelperk.com for updates

ICSIM brings together scholars and industry experts for a two-day event focused on sustainable intelligent manufacturing. The 2025 edition will feature research papers, keynotes, and workshops on AI, automation, and additive manufacturing. Notable speakers include Professor Takao Mori (Japan) and Professor Mark James-Jackson (USA).
The conference emphasizes real-world applications, such as AI-driven defect detection and IoT for production monitoring, with awards for top presentations.
 

Why Attend? A blend of academic and practical insights, ideal for those researching or implementing smart production tech.

7. NA-WAMS 25 Workshop

• Date: July 14–16, 2025
• Location: Knoxville, Tennessee, USA
• Website: wamsymposium.com

The North American Workshop on Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (NA-WAMS) focuses on cutting-edge materials and production technologies for aerospace, defense, transportation, and energy. In 2025, discussions will cover smart automation, real-time monitoring, and additive manufacturing for high-precision components.
The workshop format encourages collaboration, with sessions on integrating sensors and AI for machining and quality control. It’s a smaller, focused event, ideal for deep technical discussions.
 

Why Attend? Perfect for professionals in advanced manufacturing seeking to explore monitoring and material innovations.

Why These Events Matter

The events listed above are critical for staying ahead in smart manufacturing, particularly in production monitoring, machining, and automation. They offer:

• Networking: Connect with industry leaders, startups, and peers to forge partnerships.
• Innovation: Explore live demos of AI, IoT, and robotics shaping production tech.
• Education: Gain insights from keynotes and workshops on implementing monitoring systems and optimizing shop floors.
• Trends: Learn about 2025’s focus on sustainability, edge AI, and human-machine collaboration in Industry 5.0.

Tips for Attending

• Register Early: Secure spots and discounts, especially for high-demand events like Smart Manufacturing Week.
• Plan Your Agenda: Use event apps (e.g., Smart Manufacturing Week’s new app) to prioritize sessions and exhibitors.
• Engage Actively: Prepare questions for speakers and visit booths to discuss monitoring solutions for your facility.
• Follow Up: Connect with contacts post-event via LinkedIn to sustain relationships.

Stay Updated

Event schedules and locations may change, so check official websites closer to the date. For additional events, monitor industry platforms like manufacturingtomorrow.com or sme.org.

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