Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHWEST 2027
Event Date
October 19–21, 2027
Location
Greenville, SC
Expected Exhibitors
300
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST, featuring SOUTHTEC, is an advanced manufacturing and technology trade show held at the Greenville Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina. It is part of the four-event Manufacturing Technology Series and is co-produced by SME and AMT. The three-day event connects decision-makers from diverse industries with leading suppliers of advanced manufacturing technology, equipment and tooling, alongside the Smart Manufacturing Experience, Secure Shop and Bright Minds Student Summit.
Attendees include OEMs, suppliers and manufacturing professionals from sectors such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, fabricated metal and stampings, medical, and industrial machinery. On the show floor, visitors explore technologies spanning automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, precision machining, software solutions and industrial IoT.
The event is worth attending because it lets manufacturers see hundreds of suppliers face-to-face in one place over three days, learn from keynote speakers and panel discussions, and discover new products and processes that can improve operations. Greenville sits at the heart of a fast-growing Southeast manufacturing corridor, making the show a valuable hub for sourcing, learning and networking.
Show Highlights
- Exhibits: Over 300 exhibits covering automation, robotics, smart manufacturing, precision machining, software solutions and industrial IoT.
- Executive Perspectives Keynote Series: A thought-leadership panel series where top executives from manufacturing companies and leading technology providers share their expertise.
- Knowledge Bars: Sessions at the Smart Manufacturing Experience where experts discuss how technology, innovation and AI can help small and medium-sized manufacturers adopt new tools.
- Co-located programs: Smart Manufacturing Experience, Secure Shop and the Bright Minds Student Summit.
- Education: Keynote speakers, panel discussions and networking receptions throughout the three days.
Attendance
According to the organizer's post-event figures from the 2025 SOUTHEAST event, the show drew approximately 5,000 industry professionals and 300 total exhibiting companies, with 215 new products on display. The audience spans industries including aircraft/aerospace, automotive, electronics/computers, fabricated metal/stampings, industrial and commercial machinery, medical/surgical and plastic products. Attendee job functions include manufacturing engineering and production management, design engineers, owners and corporate executives, purchasing, quality control, and R&D professionals.
Registration
Registration and attendee details are managed through the official event website (southeast.mtseries.com). Prospective attendees can RSVP online, and the site offers a 'Get Approval to Attend' resource to help justify a trip to management. Companies interested in exhibiting or sponsoring can submit an inquiry through the site's 'Become an Exhibitor' / inquiry request form. For questions, the organizer can be reached at mtseries@sme.org or via customer care at 800-733-4763.
History
The Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST, anchored by SOUTHTEC, has been providing manufacturing solutions for more than 35 years to attendees across a range of industries. It is now part of the Manufacturing Technology Series, which unites four long-standing regional manufacturing events — EAST, WEST, SOUTHEAST and SOUTHWEST — under one umbrella. The event is co-produced by SME (the Society of Manufacturing Engineers), a nonprofit established in 1932 and dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing, in partnership with AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: September 22, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST held?
The event takes place October 19-21, 2027 at the Greenville Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina. It is a three-day advanced manufacturing and technology show.
Who should attend the show?
It is designed for manufacturing professionals, including OEMs, suppliers, engineers, production and quality managers, purchasers and corporate executives. Attendees come from industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, fabricated metal and stampings, medical and industrial machinery.
What can I see and do at the event?
The show floor features over 300 exhibits covering automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, precision machining, software solutions and industrial IoT. Programming includes the Executive Perspectives Keynote Series, Smart Manufacturing Experience Knowledge Bars, and co-located events like Secure Shop and the Bright Minds Student Summit.
How do I register or become an exhibitor?
Attendees can RSVP and register through the official website at southeast.mtseries.com, which also offers a 'Get Approval to Attend' resource. Companies wanting to exhibit or sponsor can submit an inquiry through the site's exhibitor request form or email mtseries@sme.org.
Who organizes the Manufacturing Technology Series SOUTHEAST?
The event is part of the Manufacturing Technology Series and is co-produced by SME (the Society of Manufacturing Engineers) and AMT (The Association For Manufacturing Technology). It has served manufacturers in the Southeast for more than 35 years.
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