WESTEC Long Beach
| Metalworking and Manufacturing Exposition and Conference
Date:
Trade Show Contact
cmts@sme.org
www.sme.org
Audience:
professional visitors only
Cycle:
biennially
WESTEC – North America's leading manufacturing trade show – is at the forefront of innovative manufacturing solutions. The name "WESTEC" epitomizes the epicenter of modern manufacturing technologies. This prominent event takes place at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center in Long Beach and opens its doors biennially to unite leaders, professionals, and enthusiasts from the manufacturing industry.
The organizer of WESTEC is the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), a prestigious organization dedicated to promoting knowledge, networking, and resources in the realm of manufacturing technology.
The focus of WESTEC is centered on the core aspects of manufacturing technology. Attendees have the opportunity to explore a broad spectrum of technologies and services: from 3D printing and additive manufacturing to 3D scanning, casting, automated manufacturing, CAD and CAM software, cybersecurity, nanotechnology, image processing, plant construction and maintenance, screw machining, grinding, laser technology, and water jet cutting. The expo offers insights into groundbreaking technologies that are reshaping the face of manufacturing.
Long Beach, the city where WESTEC is hosted, is a pivotal hub for industry and commerce. Thanks to its proximity to significant industrial focal points and its strategic location, it serves as an ideal venue for exhibitors from sectors such as aerospace, medical, automotive, and metalworking.
Highlights of the trade show include technical seminars, networking events, product demonstrations, live showcases by industry experts, presentations on digital solutions, student summits, and educational sessions. WESTEC attracts not only exhibitors but also industry attendees who hail from various sectors, seeking the latest developments.
WESTEC is just one of the regional trade shows for manufacturing technology in the USA, organized by SME. Others include HOUSTEX in Houston, Texas, SOUTHTEC in Greenville, South Carolina, and EASTEC in West Springfield, Massachusetts. These specialized expos allow professionals from their respective regions to stay informed about the latest trends, technologies, and innovations in the manufacturing industry, build and deepen business relationships, and share experiences and ideas. Each of these trade shows has its own regional focus and priorities to cater to the needs of the local manufacturing community.
In conclusion, the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center not only impresses with its modern architecture but also its prime location. Conveniently accessible and close to vital transportation hubs, it stands as the perfect venue for a trade show of this magnitude. At WESTEC, visions come to life and the future of manufacturing becomes palpable.
The WESTEC in Long Beach took place from Tuesday, 07. November to Thursday, 09. November 2023.
Local time:
07:22 h (UTC -07:00)