Spanning more than 850,000 net square feet, Fabtech showcased 1,700+ suppliers and attracted 45,000+ professionals seeking the latest technologies to boost productivity, strengthen supply chains and address workforce challenges. The show floor featured seven technology-focused pavilions: Automation, Welding, Finishing, Forming and Fabricating, Stamping and Press Automation, Tube & Pipe and the Job Shop Pavilion. These zones offered attendees direct access to the latest technology, live equipment demonstrations, and solutions tailored to their needs.  Event highlights at the show included the 10th Anniversary for Women of Fabtech celebrating a decade of advancing women in manufacturing. This year’s keynote speaker was leadership strategist and author Dr. Amber Selking. Additional keynote speakers included Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, performance coach Alan Stein Jr., NASCAR industry innovator Andy Papathanassiou, and reshoring expert Harry Moser. The Emerging Leaders Program also returned providing specialized content and networking to support early-career professionals and cultivate the next generation of manufacturing leaders.