Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

The ASSEMBLY Show is a B2B trade show and conference focused exclusively on assembly technology, equipment, and products for the manufacturing industry. Held annually in Rosemont, Illinois, the event brings together suppliers, buyers, and users of assembly equipment to connect, learn, and explore the latest tools and systems through live, hands-on demonstrations on the show floor. The show draws engineers and manufacturing leaders across disciplines including manufacturing, design, process, application, and R&D engineering, as well as production and operations managers. Attendees uncover new resources, evaluate equipment hands-on, compare products from numerous suppliers, and connect face-to-face with industry experts. The 2026 edition runs **in partnership with The Quality Show**, adding measurement, inspection, and testing technologies alongside ASQ-led education. It is worth attending because it is the only U.S. event dedicated solely to assembly technology, combining a live-equipment exhibit hall with expert-led conference sessions, networking events, guided booth tours, a New Product Awards program, and FIRST Robotics demonstrations. Anyone whose role involves building, improving, or managing manufacturing processes will find suppliers and education tailored directly to production challenges.

IESNA Midwest — the Intersolar & Energy Storage North America regional event — is a solar and clean-energy trade show and conference held in Rosemont, Illinois. Formerly known as the Midwest Solar Expo, IESNA Midwest features three days of cutting-edge presentations, policy updates, networking opportunities, hands-on training, and exhibition showcasing the latest solar innovations. The event draws a broad cross-section of the renewable energy community. Attendees include manufacturers, distributors, developers, utilities, professional service companies, legal and accounting firms, financiers, VCs, EPCs, policy makers, regulators, installers, startups, non-profits, and media. The exhibit hall features hardware manufacturers, EPC contractors, software and technology providers, project developers, electric cooperatives, drone and aerial survey services, workforce development and credentialing organizations, and more. Attending IESNA Midwest is worthwhile for professionals who want to build regional business connections and stay current on Midwest clean-energy markets. The event is a chance to explore innovative products, examine state-level policies and market trends, learn from clean energy leaders and peers, take hands-on training sessions and workshops, schedule one-on-one meetings with potential partners and suppliers, and take part in networking activities.