Thermal Management Expo 2027
Event Date
April 20–21, 2027
Location
Cleveland, OH
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThermal Management Expo North America is a specialized B2B exhibition and conference dedicated to the full thermal management ecosystem. Thermal Management Expo 2027 takes place in Cleveland, the heart of North America's manufacturing hub, as the only event uniting the full thermal management ecosystem, showcasing innovations in advanced materials, precision components, and cutting-edge systems driving efficiency and sustainability across high-performance industries.
Thermal Management Expo brings together buyers and manufacturers from all corners of the thermal engineering sector, enabling exhibitors to meet prospective clients face to face and discuss their challenges in temperature control for increasingly complex applications and systems. The audience is highly technical: the show draws 1,000+ attendees from OEM, manufacturing and engineering companies, and more than 65% of attendees have or influence purchasing decisions.
The event is free to attend and co-located with Ceramics Expo. A visitor badge allows access to Thermal Management Expo and the free-to-attend conference, plus the co-located Ceramics Expo. This makes it a valuable destination for engineers, technical professionals, buyers, and decision-makers seeking the latest thermal materials, coolants, tools, and technologies.
Show Highlights
Key features of Thermal Management Expo include:
- The Innovation Hub — uniting startups, academia, and industry leaders to spark innovation, highlight groundbreaking technologies, and shape the future of materials science.
- Free-to-attend conference — the conference can be accessed with a visitor badge, and attendees can access the speakers' PDF presentation files the organizers have authorization to share after the event.
- Solution Innovation Stage for showcasing new products and technologies.
- Exhibitor and VIP Networking Reception — held on April 19, 2027, ahead of the exhibits and conference on April 20–21, 2027.
- Co-location with Ceramics Expo — Ceramics Expo brings together attendees and 250+ leading suppliers and manufacturers spanning aerospace, defense, automotive, energy and medical sectors.
Attendance
The show attracts 1,000+ attendees from OEM, manufacturing and engineering companies. There was a 62% increase in engineer/technical professionals in 2023, and more than 65% of attendees have or influence purchasing decisions. In 2026 the event returned to Cleveland with a remarkable 40% growth in attendees compared to the previous year, welcoming participants from 27 countries.
Registration
Registration is free for visitors. Thermal Management Expo is free to attend, and you can register for a free pass online. The organizers always recommend registering in advance.
- A single free registration gives an all-access pass to Thermal Management Expo, its free-to-attend conference, and the co-located Ceramics Expo.
- If you require an invitation letter to obtain a visa, a request form is available online.
- Exhibitors and sponsors can inquire about booth space and packages through the show's exhibition inquiry form.
History
Thermal Management Expo is an annual exhibition and conference organized by Smarter Shows. Smarter Shows (Tarsus) Ltd. is an international exhibitions and conferences organizer focusing on technical events for the manufacturing and engineering sectors, with a portfolio that includes Space Tech Expo USA, Space Tech Expo Europe, Ceramics Expo, Foam Expo, and Adhesives & Bonding Expo. The show is run under Informa Markets. In 2026 the event returned to Cleveland with 40% growth in attendees compared to the prior year and participants from 27 countries. The event also has a sister edition, Thermal Management Expo Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Thermal Management Expo 2027?
The exhibits and conference take place April 20–21, 2027, at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland (Halls A & B), 1 St Clair Avenue NE, Cleveland, OH 44114. An Exhibitor and VIP Networking Reception is held on April 19, 2027.
How much does it cost to attend?
Thermal Management Expo is free to attend. You can register for a free visitor pass online, and the organizers recommend registering in advance.
What does my visitor badge include?
Your free visitor badge gives access to Thermal Management Expo, its free-to-attend conference, and the co-located Ceramics Expo. Conference attendees can also access authorized speaker presentation files after the event.
Who should attend Thermal Management Expo?
The show is aimed at engineers, technical professionals, buyers, and decision-makers from OEM, manufacturing and engineering companies. It attracts 1,000+ attendees, more than 65% of whom have or influence purchasing decisions.
How do I get to the venue and where can I park?
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is about 13 miles away, roughly a 20–30 minute drive, and taxi and rideshare are available. The Huntington Park Garage at 601 Lakeside Avenue offers hundreds of spaces at approximately $10–12 and is directly connected to the Hilton Cleveland Downtown.
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