Mitsubishi Electric Highlights Connected Manufacturing and Educational Solutions at IMTS 2026

At IMTS 2026, Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation will demonstrate how integrated CNC, robotics, automation, and digital technologies work together to help manufacturers improve performance, increase flexibility, and build a foundation for future growth.

Vernon Hills, Illinois - August 28, 2026

Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., Industrial Automation Division (Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation) will showcase the technologies, expertise, and support that help machine builders and manufacturers achieve better performance, greater flexibility, and faster automation adoption at IMTS 2026, taking place September 14-19 in Chicago. Visitors can explore live demonstrations, integrated automation solutions, and hands-on learning experiences across both the company's main exhibit and Student Summit presence.

Located at Booth #338136 in the South Hall, Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation’s exhibit will demonstrate how CNCs, robotics, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and digital technologies work together in a connected automation ecosystem that helps manufacturers improve visibility, simplify operations, and make smarter decisions. Attendees will experience live machine tool demonstrations, robotics applications, and digitalization solutions, including technologies from Mitsubishi Electric Iconics Digital Solutions Inc.

The booth will also feature machine tool builders and technology partners demonstrating real-world applications powered by Mitsubishi Electric technologies, including Citizen Miyano, Expand Machinery, and Porta Solutions. These demonstrations will highlight how machine builders leverage Mitsubishi Electric CNCs, robotics, and automation platforms to create differentiated machines and support a wide range of manufacturing requirements.

"Manufacturers today need more than products. They need a partner that can help them connect technologies, reduce complexity, and adapt to changing business needs," said Nicholas Giacomino, Sr. Manager, Global Industry Solutions (machine tool) at Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation. "At IMTS, we're demonstrating how our CNC, robotics, automation, and digital solutions work together to help customers solve challenges, improve productivity, and build a foundation for future growth."

A key differentiator for Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation is its ability to provide integrated expertise across technologies. From CNC and robotics to controls and digitalization, customers benefit from a single source for products, application knowledge, service, and support. The company brings more than 50 years of machine tool experience, helping OEMs and manufacturers implement automation solutions with confidence while reducing the complexity of engineering, training, and support.

"Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation's approach is centered around helping customers achieve meaningful business results," said Scott Strache, Sr. Product Manager (mechatronics) at Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation. "Whether they're looking to increase throughput, simplify machine development, improve uptime, or adopt automation more effectively, we provide the technology, expertise, and support needed to turn those goals into measurable outcomes."

In addition to its main exhibit, Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation will participate in the IMTS Smartforce Student Summit, where students can gain hands-on exposure to industrial automation and robotics through instructor-led training sessions and live demonstrations. The program is designed to help students connect classroom learning with real-world manufacturing applications while introducing them to career opportunities in advanced manufacturing.

Visitors can meet Mitsubishi Electric US, Industrial Automation experts, explore live demonstrations, and learn how integrated automation technologies can support their manufacturing goals at Booth #338136 during IMTS 2026. Students and educators can also visit Booth #211500 at the Smartforce Student Summit to participate in complimentary automation and robotics learning experiences.

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More Information

- About Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., Industrial Automation Division

Headquartered in Vernon Hills, Ill., Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., Industrial Automation Division provides a comprehensive portfolio of industrial automation solutions. Offerings include programmable automation controllers (PAC), programmable logic controllers (PLC), human machine interfaces (HMI), variable frequency drives (VFD), servo amplifiers and motors, control software, computerized numerical controllers (CNC), motion controllers, robots and low-voltage power distribution products. Additional information about Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., Industrial Automation Division is available at us.mitsubishielectric.com/fa/en/.

- About Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc.

Headquartered in Cypress, CA, Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., a US affiliate company of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, supports US innovation initiatives and currently provides cooling and heating solutions, elevators and escalators, space and sensing systems, semiconductor devices, and industrial automation. Mitsubishi Electric contributes to a vibrant and sustainable society through continuous innovation and making "Changes for the Better." For additional information, visit us.mitsubishielectric.com/en/.

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Pam Summers
Marketing Communications Manager
Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., Industrial Automation Division
Pam.Summers@meau.com
+1 (847) 478-2415

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