Four Different Halls all Local and Live!

Thank you hall sponsors for your contributions to the manufacturing community. Your efforts to educate and inform the are instrumental in the success and growth of manufacturing as a whole.

NEW FOR 2025

Kennametal taking their innovative and industry-leading solutions on tour. Connect with Kennametal and their custom-built, state-of-the-art truck and trailer at this years show!

FULL LIST OF AME 2025 PARTICIPATING EXHIBITORS

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(list updates in real time)

AME 2025 SPEAKER/TRAINING AGENDA

KEYNOTE ADDRESS/ presentation

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 6th, 2025

DEVOS PLACE - GRAND RAPIDS, MI
8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

(free entry & free 2 hour parking*)

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

General Expo Admission
(Showfloor opens at 8:30 AM)

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Seminar Rooms with experts discussing Automation, Metalworking, Mechanical, and other manufacturing issues like exploring state and federal grants for training, equipment, or energy savings. Below you will see the 2025 Speaker/Breakout Room Agenda.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

AME 2025 Networking Event/Party at Mojo’s Dueling Piano Bar. This is a ticketed event and can be purchased when your register to attend the show. Tickets need to be purchased in advance are only available online.

CNC Vendors running and making chips and showcase the latest metalworking technologies!

Dynamic machine (DN Solutions) - BOOTH #900 - demos All Day 

DVF 5000 5-axis machining centers are designed for component manufacturers looking to machine high-precision, complex parts in one hit. Equipped with leading edge technology and supplied ‘automation- ready’, these machines will take your productivity and performance to a whole new level. Learn more at www.dynamicmachine.com

SPEAKER BREAKOUT ROOM AGENDA

Wednesday Agenda August 6th

Automation Breakout Room

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM:
How will Automotive Innovation impact the future of Automation?

While we think of the Automation industry as a large market - it pales in size to other markets like Consumer Electronics and Automotive.  In fact, many of the building block components of Automation are driven primarily by the volume of those other markets - especially Automotive.  In this discussion, we’ll take a look at some of the latest innovations in the Automotive Industry and how that could impact Automation in the future.

Speaker: Don Clutterbuck
Presented by: Horner Automation

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM:
What Makes EXOR'S IIoT/VPN, HMI Solutions Different

Ken Kamlowsky will discuss:

- The X Platform that provides a secure, whole Industry 4.0 Solution.
- How EXOR HMI hardware and software offers solutions for every budget class of application and any installation environments.
- Offering one-time purchase lifetime VPN access through MicroEdge Gateway

Speaker: Ken Kamlowsky
Presented by: Rock Interface Systems and EXOR

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM:
Navigating the I40 Advanced Technology Landscape - what to prioritize and how to improve tech adoption.

Scott will share insights from advising Michigan-based manufacturers over the last 5 years as the Program Director for the Industry 4.0 Accelerator. The i40 Accelerator is funded by the State of Michigan. They scout and evaluate hundreds of advanced manufacturing technologies and solutions each year from around the world. Their economic development role is to attract the best and brightest startups to Michigan. Scott will share an ecosystem map of the advanced technology landscape from autonomous material handling to vision systems to AI and more. The audience will leave with tools and tips on how to make sense of the otherwise overwhelming landscape of alternatives.

Speaker: Scott Philips
Presented by: Industry 4.0 Accelerator

MRO/SAFETY Breakout Room

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM:
High Performance Coatings:  The First Line of Defense in Facility Management

Discover how protective coatings can:

• Extend the lifespan of your assets

• Enable faster return-to-service

• Enhance workplace safety

• Support your company’s sustainability goals

Speaker: Kristin Guenther & David Brown
Presented by: Sherwin Williams

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM:
How Modern MRO Teams Leverage CMMS for Safety Excellence

Safety isn’t a standalone program—it’s built into every inspection, repair, and routine task on the plant floor. As manufacturers face increasing pressure to reduce incidents, meet compliance standards, and improve safety, leading MRO teams are turning to modern CMMS platforms as the backbone of their safety strategy.

In this session, we’ll explore how forward-thinking operations are using a CMMS to:

• Embed safety procedures into preventive maintenance workflows

• Enable real-time hazard reporting and issue escalation from the field

• Automate critical inspections and documentation for audits

• Turn maintenance data into safety insights that prevent incidents before they occur

Speaker: Vivente Potzsch
Presented by: Limble

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM:
The Maintenance Advantage: How Smart Teams Are Moving from Reactive to AI-Ready

This session gets straight to the point:

• Where your maintenance strategy really stands — and how to move forward.

• The real cost of reactive maintenance — and why it’s holding you back.

• How AI is already helping teams cut downtime and improve reliability.

• Practical steps to make AI work for your operation — starting now.

Speaker: Nick Haase
Presented by: MaintainX

Metalworking Breakout Room

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM:
Industrial Marketing Masterclass

In this adventure session, join 15+ year Marketing expert - 3x Founder - CEO of Speak Friend  Eddie Saunders Jr as he guides you through a one of a kind Industrial Marketing Masterclass. 
From Content Strategy, to Lead Generation, and even Paid Advertising...Eddie will be covering not only what's here and now, but also what's trending and on the horizon.
If you're ready to take multiple slide photos and have plenty of notes to bring back to the office...THIS is the session for you! 

Speaker: Eddie Saunders
Presented by: Speak Friend

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM:
Scaling Shop Floor Efficiency from CAM to Part by Deploying Effective Tool Management Strategies

Speaker: Nelu Bilba
Presented by: ZOLLER

i4.0 Tech Breakout Room

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM:
Operational Intelligence in Action: How AI Empowers Engineers and Frontline Teams

In this session, we’ll explore how AI and computer vision reduce the skill barrier on the shop floor, helping industrial engineers optimize faster and empowering frontline teams to execute with greater consistency, precision, and agility. Learn how manufacturers are leveraging AI to close the gap between strategy and execution, driving measurable gains in productivity, quality, and adaptability.

Speaker: Jesse Aust
Presented by: Retrocausal, Inc.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM:
AI Meets Acumatica: Revolutionizing Modern ERP for a Smarter, Agile Future

This engaging talk explores the transformative intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Acumatica, a leading cloud-based ERP platform, in the rapidly evolving ERP software landscape. Attendees will discover how AI-driven capabilities are enhancing Acumatica’s functionality, enabling businesses to achieve unprecedented efficiency, predictive insights, and scalability. From automating routine tasks to delivering real-time analytics and personalized user experiences, this session will highlight how AI is reshaping the ERP ecosystem. Learn how Acumatica’s adaptability and AI integration are empowering organizations to stay competitive, make data-driven decisions, and future-proof their operations in an increasingly complex business environment. Whether you’re an ERP veteran or new to the space, this presentation will provide actionable insights into leveraging AI and Acumatica to drive innovation and growth.

Speaker: Nancy Bielke
Presented by: i-Tech Support Services Inc

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM:
Bridging the Gaps in Manufacturing Operations -- Impact of Proper Line Balancing, Smarter Time Studies, and Digital Work Instructions

In today’s competitive manufacturing landscape, operational efficiency can make or break a production line. This presentation explores how manufacturers can unlock hidden productivity by addressing common inefficiencies in line balancing, time study, and work instruction practices.

Whether you're an industrial engineer, production manager, or operations leader, this session offers actionable insights into closing performance gaps and driving measurable improvement on the shop floor.

Speaker: Jaryd Rowley
Presented by: ProPlanner, an Advantive Company

Keynote address

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Keynote Address / Presentation

SMART TECHNOLOGY ZONE

The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center (The Center) invites you to the Smart Manufacturing Zone to meet with our team and get hands-on with
technology that can help your business.

Alongside our partner technology suppliers, the Zone will be filled with various ways your organization can leverage automation that will impact the bottom line and drive improvements. From cobots to additive manufacturing to system integration, the Smart Manufacturing Zone has the solutions you need to remain competitive.

Technologies featured in the Smart Manufacturing Zone:

·        Cobots and Autonomous Mobile Robots

·        Additive Manufacturing

·        Augmented and Virtual Reality

·        Big Data and Information Systems

·        Digital Work Instructions

·        Machine Monitoring/Control Systems

THURSDAY AUGUST 7th, 2025

DEVOS PLACE - GRAND RAPIDS, MI
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM

(free entry,
free 2 hour parking*)

Automation Breakout Room

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM:
Battery Energy Storage Systems for Demand Charge Mitigation and Resiliency Against Grid Outage

Speaker: Greg Oliver
Presented by: Agathon Solar

Metalworking Breakout Room

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM:
Master Modern Machining: Technical Training by Sandvik Coromant Academy

Having the right tooling strategy significantly impacts machining time and profitability. Developing the best strategy requires proper training in fundamental metal cutting principles. Sandvik Coromant's Metal Cutting Technology class provides a strong foundation in basic metal cutting theory and teaches participants how to apply it effectively.

Registration for this training session is required. Please register by contacting:
Joni Cunningham - jonic@crestonindustrial.com

Speaker: Jon Godwin
Presented by: Sandvik Coromant Company

i4.0 Tech Breakout Room

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM:
Machine Data: Turning Information into Results

Industry 4.0 is all about making factories and systems smarter—and data plays a huge part in that. In this presentation, we’ll look at how collecting and using data can help companies make better decisions, run more efficiently, and stay competitive. We’ll cover how data flows from machines to dashboards, how it helps predict problems before they happen, and why it’s important for the future of manufacturing. 

Speaker: Larry West
Presented by: Perceptive Controls


11:00 AM - 12:00 PM:
Why Private 5G networks are essential for the next level of automation in manufacturing Environments

This session explores how private 5G networks are not just enabling—but powering—the next level of industrial automation. Discover how ultra-reliable, low-latency, high-capacity connectivity is unlocking real-time AI, predictive maintenance, and adaptive production at scale.

Join us to learn why private 5G is the foundation of the smart factory—and how it’s driving measurable outcomes in efficiency, agility, and innovation.

Speaker: Jan Diekmann
Presented by: Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions

Keynote address

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Keynote Address / Presentation

*Free Parking - 2 hour parking voucher valid at City of Grand Rapids parking ramps, limited to the first 2,000 attendees across both days. Visit AME Registration to receive your parking voucher.