The West Coast’s Leading Metal Fabrication & Manufacturing Expo

METALfab 2026, is the premier regional trade show and conference for metal fabrication, forming, welding, finishing, and advanced manufacturing technologies in the Western United States, held at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center in Reno, Nevada from February 11–13, 2026. Targeting the fast-growing manufacturing clusters in Nevada, California, Arizona, and the broader Western region, it expects over 200 exhibitors and 5,000+ trade visitors. Featuring live equipment demonstrations, the FABTECH-style Tech Tours, hands-on workshops, and a robust educational program, METALfab 2026 showcases innovations in laser cutting, press brakes, robotic welding, additive manufacturing, automation, and sustainable metal processing. As Nevada emerges as a manufacturing and logistics hub (driven by Tesla, Switch data centers, and aerospace growth), METALfab 2026 provides a strategic platform for fabricators, OEMs, job shops, and suppliers to discover new technologies, forge partnerships, and drive productivity in the Western U.S. market.

Event Highlights:

🚀 Advanced Metal Fabrication Technologies

• Live demos of fiber laser cutters, CNC press brakes, robotic welding cells, and automated material handling systems.
• Showcases of precision forming, tube & pipe processing, and additive manufacturing for metal parts.

🔗 Regional Industry Engagement

• Exhibitors from the Western U.S., Midwest, and international suppliers, including leading brands like Trumpf, Amada, Mazak, and Lincoln Electric.
• Attendees include shop owners, production managers, engineers, and procurement professionals from aerospace, defense, energy, and general fabrication.

🎤 Insightful Conference Sessions

• Keynotes on Industry 4.0 adoption and workforce challenges in Western manufacturing.
• Panels discussing sustainable fabrication, supply chain resilience, and automation ROI.

🌱 Innovation & Sustainability

• Energy-efficient machinery and low-emission welding processes reducing shop carbon footprints.
• Green metal processing solutions supporting circular economy and compliance goals.

🤝 Strategic Networking Opportunities

• B2B matchmaking sessions connecting exhibitors with Western U.S. buyers and job shops.
• Networking receptions and Tech Tours fostering partnerships and solution discovery.

🚀 Don’t miss this opportunity to power Western U.S. metal fabrication. Join us at METALfab 2026 on February 11–13, 2026 to innovate, connect, and grow!