Registration for Automate 2024, North America’s premier robotics and automation event, is now open. The event will take place from May 6-9, 2024, at McCormick Place in Chicago. Organized by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), this year’s event is set to be 25% larger than the previous record-breaking show in Detroit.
Event Overview
Location and Dates:
Automate 2024 will be hosted at McCormick Place, located at 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL. It will run from Monday, May 6, to Thursday, May 9.
Exhibitors and Innovations:
More than 750 exhibitors will showcase the latest in robotics, motion control, vision technology, and artificial intelligence (AI). Expect to see groundbreaking technologies that are transforming industries throughout North America.
Key Events and Activities
Keynote Sessions:
The event will begin each day with keynote speeches from industry leaders. Speakers include renowned figures like Billy Beane, Del Costy, Daniela Rus, and Wendy Tan White, discussing topics from business strategies to the future of automation and AI.
Educational Conference:
The Automate Conference will offer a wide range of sessions for both beginners and experienced professionals. Topics include robotics, machine vision, motion control, and assembly automation. Attendees can also take certification exams like the Certified Vision Professional (CVP) and Certified Motion Control Professional (CMCP).
Show Floor:
The show floor will be open daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM CT, allowing attendees to interact with exhibitors, watch live demos, and explore new products and technologies.
Networking Events:
Automate 2024 includes various networking events to help attendees and exhibitors connect. Highlights include the Automate Opening Reception, the U.S. Exports Trade Reception, and the prestigious Joseph F. Engelberger Robotics Awards Dinner and Ceremony.
Registration and Attendance
Registration Process:
Registration is now open online. Walking the show floor and attending keynotes is free, but conference sessions, exams, and some networking events require an additional fee.
Badge Pick-Up:
Attendees can pick up their badges on-site at the Automate registration desk using a QR code from their confirmation email or by looking up their name.
Conference Passes:
The All Access Pass includes entry to all conference sessions, access to conference proceedings, and admission to the show floor. Separate fees apply for certification exams.
Additional Information
Venue and Logistics:
Complimentary Wi-Fi will be available on the show floor. McCormick Place offers a state-of-the-art venue in the vibrant city of Chicago.
Cancellation Policy:
Paid registrants can cancel their passes until April 8, 2024, without charge. After this date, a $100 cancellation fee applies. No refunds are available for cancellations after April 27, 2024.
Automate 2024 promises an unmatched experience for anyone interested in robotics and automation. With its expanded size and array of activities, it is a must-attend event for professionals and enthusiasts alike.
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