The Manufacturing Technology Series WEST, featuring WESTEC, Smart Manufacturing Experience and Bright Minds, will be arriving in California October 7- 9, 2025 at the Anaheim Convention Center.
Anaheim, California brings together the best of both worlds with time-tested manufacturing strength and forward-thinking technology. The region is home to over 5,000 manufacturers and a workforce supported by top universities. It has become a hub for innovation in aerospace, medical devices, precision machining and more. This is what makes Anaheim the perfect home for Manufacturing Technology Series WEST. For more than 35 years, the Manufacturing Technology Series WEST event has helped tackle real manufacturing challenges. It is a place where industry leaders, suppliers and innovators connect. Attendees explore the latest technology, learn from experts and discover new ways to move their businesses forward.
Attendee industries include Aircraft and Aerospace, Automotive, Medical, Defense, Industrial, Commercial Machinery and more.
Exhibitors can meet face-to-face with thousands of attendees, of which 79% have a role in purchasing decisions, with 36% having manufacturing equipment budgets of more than $200,000.
About the Manufacturing Technology Series
The Manufacturing Technology Series WEST celebrates the rich legacy of West Coast manufacturing while shining a spotlight on its innovative future, spanning industries like aerospace, automotive, industrial equipment, medical devices, and defense. As part of the broader Manufacturing Technology Series, this event brings together decision-makers from various sectors with top suppliers of advanced manufacturing technology, equipment, and tooling, offering a unique platform for collaboration and progress. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that connects the past and future of manufacturing in an exciting way. Learn more about the Manufacturing Technology Series.
About SME
SME is a non-profit association of professionals, educators, and students committed to promoting and supporting the manufacturing industry by helping to develop workforce development. One way SME promotes manufacturing is by hosting and partnering with other leading manufacturing associations to create leading manufacturing events. Learn more about SME.
About AMT
AMT – The Association for Manufacturing Technology represents builders and distributors of manufacturing technology — the advanced machinery, devices, and digital equipment that U.S. manufacturing relies on to be productive, innovative, and competitive. AMT partners with SME to co-produce the Manufacturing Technology Series. Learn more about AMT.
