Monterrey Welcomes FABTECH Mexico

Promising to deliver a convenient ‘one-stop shop’ where metal formers and fabricators can meet with worldclass suppliers, evaluate the latest manufacturing technology, and identify tools to help drive productivity gain and increase profits, FABTECH Mexico returns to Monterrey in May. Expo hours: Tuesday, May 7-Thursday, May 9, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Mexico recently emerged (per data released by the U.S. Census Bureau) as the leading supplier of manufactured products to the United States, overtaking China. Responsible for this trend: nearshoring into industrialized areas such as Nuevo León, Coahuila and the Bajío regions; the expansion of existing production lines; and a significant increase in Foreign Direct Investment in manufacturing in the country. All of this bodes well as FABTECH Mexico approaches, the number-one tradeshow that connects suppliers with high-profile buyers in the field. FABTECH Mexico brings together more than 300 brands presenting the latest in technology, machinery and solutions to more than 10,000 attendees from Mexico and Latin America. Attendees will find innovative solutions, meet the experts and acquire first-hand knowledge about the metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing industries.

FABTECH Mexico attendees, primarily interested in metal forming and fabricating, welding, and surface finishing, see this event as an unparalleled opportunity to update their knowledge banks, seek technology solutions and establish business connections.

Strength in Numbers

Five U.S. industry associations support the exhibition: Precision Metalforming Association, Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, American Welding Society, and the Chemical Coaters Association International. Show attendees will find equipment for a variety of processes including stamping, bending, cutting, welding and assembly, as well as plenty of exhibits focused on robotics, maintenance, engineering and design.

This year’s exhibition promises to surpass the success of the 2023 edition of FABTECH Mexico, held in Mexico City and attended by more than 13,000 industry professionals and with more than 400 exhibiting companies. Says Doug Trout, PMA director of exhibitions-FABTECH:

“This year in Monterrey, FABTECH Mexico is wall-to-wall with exhibits, setting new records for the number of exhibitors and square footage of exhibit space. We expect that attendance will follow this and are anticipating a great turnout. In addition, several exhibitors from the METALFORM Pavilion are participating in a dynamic program designed to bring them face to face with qualified buyers in attendance, for one-on-one meetings. This program is a free service and part of our commitment to exhibitors to help them achieve their lead-generation goals at the show.”