Oct 15 - 17, 2025 
Chicago, Illinois 
Yes. We specialize in trade show booth rentals that accommodate motion equipment, HMIs, PLCs, and connected software solutions. We design layouts with reinforced platforms, safe cabling, and secure mounts to support hands-on product demonstrations.
Exhibit Rentals in Chicago for Industrial Automation & Smart Manufacturing
Automation Fair is where industrial automation, controls, and digital transformation come together under one roof.
Whether you’re showcasing smart manufacturing platforms, robotics or analytics software, we can build custom modular trade show booths to support technical storytelling. Here’s how:
- 97% of your Automation Fair exhibit will be built in-house, giving us control over timelines, costs, and production quality.
- A dedicated project manager oversees every phase, from design and compliance to show logistics and on-site install.
- Our on-site supervisors are present during install to resolve any last-minute adjustments.
- We perform a full pre-show trial build to validate layout, demo stations, and hardware placement before shipping.
- Our pricing model is transparent and all-inclusive, no hidden costs or surprise charges post-show.
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About Automation Fair 2025
Hosted by Rockwell Automation, Automation Fair 2025 returns to McCormick Place in Chicago from November 17–20, offering a premier stage for smart manufacturing, controls, and digital industrial transformation.
The event attracts tens of thousands of automation professionals—from plant engineers and control system designers to IT architects and OEMs.
Attendees gain access to over 150 technical sessions, hands-on labs, and panel discussions led by thought leaders in the industrial automation ecosystem.
The show floor features hundreds of leading companies showcasing the latest in robotics, safety systems, machine learning, SCADA, MES platforms, and edge-to-cloud connectivity.
Whether you’re launching a new PLC platform, promoting your system integration capabilities, or introducing AI-powered predictive maintenance solutions, a custom trade show booth rental in Chicago ensures you’re positioned well, without hassle.
Automation Fair delivers unmatched exposure to key decision-makers seeking scalable, secure, and future-ready industrial solutions.
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Hear From the Exhibitors
Starmark @Global Pet Expo 2025, Orlando, FL
Mar, 2025
Our booth turned out great at Global Pet Expo, and we received several compliments from attendees! Your team was also nice to work with and very responsive to everything.
Starmark Team
J.W. Done @IMTS Show 2024, Chicago, IL
Sep, 2024
PERFECT!
J.W. Done Team
Any Desk @IMTS Show 2024, Chicago, IL
Sep, 2024
Always super helpful!
AnyDesk Team
API @IMTS Show 2024, Chicago, IL
Sep, 2024
You guys are always so helpful and efficient, even when we change plans on you at the last minute
API Team
Airzone @AHR Expo 2024, Chicago,IL
Jan, 2024
Thankyou!!
Airzone Team
Bluecal Ingredients @IFT 2023, Chicago
Jul, 2023
Great communication, helping w/ LED sizing + install support. Thank you!
Bluecal Team
Alianza (Bee Group) @IFT 2023, Chicago
Jul, 2023
This year I really feel exponents part of my team.
Alianza Team
Clinovera @HIMSS 2023, Chicago
Apr, 2023
Much smoother experience this year!
Clinovera Team
IEI Technologies 2023 @HIMSS, Chicago, IL
Apr, 2023
We truly appreciated Mr. Chris cox and his team's support!
IEI Technologies Team
VVARDIS @CDS Winter Meeting 2023, Chicago, IL
Feb, 2023
Outstanding!
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Frequently Asked Questions
For best results, we recommend booking 12–14 weeks in advance. For large custom booths with AV integration or special demo areas, starting 16 weeks out gives you more time for approvals, testing, and refinements.
Absolutely. Our on-site supervisors manage installation and dismantle in compliance with McCormick Place regulations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on schedule.
Yes. We can build dedicated presentation zones within your booth, including screens, seating, and mic setups to support product briefings and educational sessions.
Yes, we handle everything—from floorplan submissions and electrical drawings to compliance with McCormick Place labor and safety requirements.
Definitely. Whether you’re promoting drives, industrial software, or custom machines, we align structural design and messaging with your solution stack and brand identity.
With in-house production facilities in San Diego, Orlando, Las Vegas, and Dallas, we provide nationwide coverage for the Automation Fair in Chicago. Our strategically located network ensures timely fabrication, cost-efficient shipping, and seamless coordination, delivering a turnkey booth experience from concept to dismantle.
Yes. We support integration of large screens, touch displays, and immersive environments to demonstrate real-time data visualizations, system simulations, and connected enterprise technologies.
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