FABTECH Returns to Las Vegas After a Decade Away

FABTECH returns to Las Vegas October 21–23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, where manufacturing professionals will gather to explore the latest technologies, industry trends, and business opportunities shaping the future of metal fabrication and finishing.

Coinciding with FABTECH 2026, CCAI will unveil its rebranding to the Industrial Finishing and Coating Association (IFCA), signaling a renewed commitment to serving the evolving industrial finishing and coating marketplace. “Changing an association name and rebranding is a major undertaking, and one we take very seriously,” notes CCAI/IFCA Executive Director Anne Goyer. “But our board and members believe that our new name, the Industrial Finishing & Coating Association, much better reflects who we are today. We are working hard to bring new and much needed benefits to the industry, and we think the IFCA brand will carry our messages further than in the past.”

FABTECH 2026 FINISHING CONFERENCE
CCAI/IFCA’s FINISHING Pavilion and Conference continue to thrive and offer great educational opportunities on all aspects of industrial surface finishing. Whether a company is just getting into finishing, looking to solve existing challenges, or upgrading their finishing lines, FABTECH provides a wealth of products and services to help companies meet their finishing needs.

Ongoing education and workforce development remain central to CCAI/IFCA's mission. The CCAI/IFCA FINISHING Conference Program at FABTECH provides an important platform for members to share their expertise and deliver practical insights for both emerging and experienced finishing professionals. Led by respected industry experts, the FINISHING technical conference consistently earns high marks from attendees and are designed to provide knowledge that participants can apply to improve finishing processes, enhance operational performance, and stay current with evolving industry trends.

This year’s FINISHING Conference includes 21 sessions covering a wide range of topics from fundamental to advanced concepts designed to engage and inform all levels of finishing professionals. For complete descriptions of each finishing session and registration information, visit www.fabtechexpo.com/track/finishing. You can view sessions by day if desired. Conference registration is open now.
Conference Fees: Conference fees are separate from the Exhibition and are as follows: 1 Session: $125; 2 Sessions: $225; 3 Sessions: $300; 4-8 Sessions: $450.

FAB to FINISH PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE
Since 2017, CCAI/IFCA has brought the FAB to FINISH Production Experience to the FABTECH show floor, where it has become a highly anticipated annual attraction. This interactive program gives attendees a firsthand look at the complete manufacturing journey of a metal part through the finishing process. Participants follow a designated production path to participating FINISHING exhibitors’ booths, where they experience each stage, including cleaning, powder coating, curing, and quality testing. Year after year, the program continues to gain momentum, attracting growing interest and participation from both exhibitors and attendees.

FABTECH 2026 FINISHING PAVILION EXHIBITORS
Set to be CCAI/IFCA’s largest FINISHING pavilion outside of Chicago, everything attendees could want to see and learn will be showcased in this year’s FINISHING Pavilion. To view the current list of CCAI/IFCA FINISHING exhibitors, visit www.fabtechexpo.com, scroll down to the left-hand navigation menu and click 03. Exhibitor List & Floor Plan. Click FIND EXHIBITORS, then click the Pavilion category on the left side of the page and select “Finishing” from the drop-down menu.
Note that the FINISHING Pavilion and Conference sessions are both in South Hall.

Exhibition Registration Fees: Show floor admission is FREE for those who register by October 16. Registration after this date is $50.

FABTECH GENERAL INFORMATION
LOCATION: Las Vegas Convention Center
DATES: October 21-23, 2026

SHOW DATES & HOURS:
Wednesday, October 21 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, October 22 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday, October 23 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

SHOW WEBSITE: www.fabtechexpo.com

HOTELS: In partnership with onPeak, FABTECH has negotiated discounted hotel rates for exhibitors and attendees in Las Vegas. Reserve your rooms now through onPeak, the official hotel provider for FABTECH. Visit www.fabtechexpo.com and click Plan Your Visit at the top of the homepage. Shuttle bus service will be available from multiple hotels except for those within walking distance of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Don’t miss your chance to connect, learn, and elevate your expertise! Join the finishing community this October 21-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas. Stay informed with the latest show updates and FAQs at www.fabtechexpo.com.