At Automate 2026, you won’t just simply discover new technology, you’ll gain actional insights on the current and future state of automation. You’ll hear different perspectives, make important connections, and all of this together will spark new ideas and guide your business decisions for the year to come.
Walk the floor, and you’ll see everything from established industrial leaders refining decades of expertise to fast-rising AI and humanoid robotics companies redefining what automation can look like. Somehow, they’re all woven into the fabric of the future. That mix is what makes Automate different.
If you’re planning your time, here are a few exhibitors worth building your agenda around.
ABB Robotics
ABB continues to focus on one of the biggest challenges in automation: bridging simulation and reality.
With its latest RobotStudio environment, powered by NVIDIA Omniverse™, companies can model and test production lines virtually with up to 99% accuracy before investing in physical systems. It’s visualization with validation.
On the hardware side, their next-generation controllers are bringing AI directly into operations. By enabling real-time inference at the edge, ABB is helping reduce cycle times and improve performance on the floor.
ABB Robotics, Booth #1241
Agility Robotics
Agility Robotics is one of the companies helping push humanoid robotics beyond concept videos and into real industrial conversations.
Their focus is on how humanoids can fit into broader warehouse and manufacturing workflows, particularly in environments where flexibility and mobility matter. Rather than treating humanoids as standalone novelties, Agility is helping shape how these systems connect with existing automation infrastructure and operational software.
A key part of that vision is their Arc platform, which is designed to connect robotic systems, warehouse management platforms, and automation workflows into a more coordinated environment. It’s part of a larger shift toward automation systems that are not only autonomous, but increasingly connected and adaptive.
Agility Robotics, Booth #1891
Boston Dynamics
Few robotics companies have shaped the public conversation around automation quite like Boston Dynamics. But beyond the viral videos, the company’s recent work reflects a broader shift toward practical industrial applications.
As humanoid robotics continues to evolve, Boston Dynamics remains one of the key companies influencing how these systems may eventually operate in manufacturing, logistics, and material handling environments. Their advancements in mobility, perception, and coordinated robotic systems continue to push expectations for what autonomous machines can do in real-world settings.
The company is also helping advance the conversation around connected robotics ecosystems, where machines, software platforms, and operational data work together more seamlessly. For anyone interested in where robotics is headed next, Boston Dynamics remains an important company to watch.
Boston Dynamics, Booth #225
FANUC America
There’s a reason FANUC remains a cornerstone of industrial automation. This year, they’re showing how that foundation is evolving at a few different places on the show floor.
Through a collaboration with NVIDIA, FANUC is opening its ecosystem to ROS 2 and Python, enabling developers more direct control to build AI-driven applications on FANUC hardware.
At the same time, they’re making robotics easier to use. Natural language programming allows operators to guide robots using simple voice commands and reduces complexity without sacrificing capability.
Catch Mike Cicco, president and CEO of FANUC America, at Monday morning’s keynote panel, The State of the Automation Industry: Leadership Roundtable
FANUC America, Booths #1401, #1001, and #32051
Intrinsic
Backed by Alphabet Inc., Intrinsic is approaching automation from a software-first perspective.
The idea is to make programming robots feel more like modern software development. That shift becomes clear in their Flowstate platform, where multiple robot systems can be orchestrated within a single workflow.
Underneath it all is a focus on foundation models — bringing the flexibility of AI-driven logic into industrial environments, and making the use of robotics more accessible to all.
Hear from Wendy Tan White, CEO at Intrinsic, during Monday morning’s keynote panel, The State of the Automation Industry: Leadership Roundtable.
Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is bringing a big-picture view of industrial automation to Automate 2026 — one that connects software, AI, energy management, and operations into a more responsive manufacturing ecosystem.
A major focus is how AI and industrial automation are converging on the factory floor. Expect to see demonstrations tied to software-defined automation, digital transformation, and connected operations designed to help manufacturers adapt faster and operate more efficiently.
Get a closer look at how Schneider Electric is advancing open, interoperable systems through its broader automation ecosystem, including technologies that connect data, machines, and decision-making across facilities. For attendees focused on scalability, resilience, and smarter operations, this is a stop worth making.
Schneider Electric, Booth #2257
Siemens
If you’re thinking about digital transformation at scale, Siemens is a must-stop.
Their digital twin technology allows entire facilities to be modeled, tested, and optimized before anything changes on the floor. The ability to simulate “what-if” scenarios, such as engineering changes or even environmental conditions, brings a new level of confidence to decision-making.
Layered on top is their growing suite of AI copilots, embedded across the lifecycle — from design to operations — helping turn insight into action.
Don’t miss Tuesday morning’s keynote session with Annemarie Breu and Chris Stevens from Siemens Digital Industries, The Automation Impact: AI, Automation, and the Human Element.
SICK, Inc.
Not every breakthrough is about movement. Some are about seeing and sensing safely.
SICK, Inc. continues to push sensor technology forward, especially in environments where visibility is limited. Their radar systems can distinguish between people and objects even through dust, sparks, or steam.
Their latest light curtain technology adds more nuance, allowing materials to pass while still stopping instantly for human interaction. Their Inspector83x AI and machine vision was nominated for an Innovation Award at this year’s Automate.
SICK, Inc., Booth #1814
Standard Bots
Last year, Standard Bots made waves at Automate, unveiling a new robot. This year, they are generating even more attention, with co-founder and CEO Evan Beard delivering the Wednesday morning keynote session on how physical AI is making automation more accessible.
Their RO1 cobot pairs ±0.025 mm repeatability with integrated AI capabilities comparable to GPT-4 — delivering advanced performance and fast deployment at a fraction of traditional costs. That simplicity opens the door to new use cases, including CNC tending setups built for unattended, overnight production.
Standard Bots was nominated for two Innovation Awards this year, in automation systems and vision, AI & software.
Standard Bots, Booth #736
Universal Robots
Universal Robots helped define the cobot category, and now they’re pushing it forward.
The addition of an AI accelerator brings edge computing directly to the robot arm, enabling faster perception and decision-making without relying on the cloud.
Paired with Mobile Industrial Robots (MiR), their cobots are expanding beyond fixed positions, taking on tasks like palletizing with flexibility and precision.
Universal Robots, Booth #36051 and #1250
Map out your show floor plan.
Feeling the momentum? Now’s the time to start crafting your agenda, so you go in with a plan.
In addition to finding the exhibitors you want to see, identify the speakers you want to hear from, then build your schedule around their sessions. With 200+ experts sharing their insights this year, it’s tough to narrow down. Check out a few highlights in this article: 9 speakers you can’t miss at Automate 2026.
Check out this guide to building your itinerary that can help you make sure you squeeze in all the things that are important to you.
Show up curious. Leave with clarity.
Automate 2026 brings together a wide spectrum of automation, from proven systems to emerging technologies that are just starting to scale. The common thread is progress you can actually see, test, and question in person.
If you haven’t already, take the first step and register for free. You can add on an Automate Conference pass or the Humanoid Robot Forum at any time.
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