Your Pathway to Manufacturing Excellence Starts in Minneapolis
MD&M Midwest offers you an event experience like no other, delivering the pinnacle in cutting-edge components and technology, in-person connection with industry-leading suppliers, and expert education across 5 sectors unified into one advanced manufacturing event.
5,000
ATTENDEES
575
EXHIBITORS
30+
HOURS OF
FREE EDUCATION
7
CONFERENCE
PROGRAM TRACKS
5 Industry Sectors...Unlimited Innovations
Efficiently and effectively use your time and money by attending 1 SHOW THAT COVERS ALL aspects of the manufacturing process in
the Midwest.
MedTech
Medtech moves fast...especially in a healthcare hub like Minnesota. Explore hundreds of medtech companies showcasing innovations in cardiovascular care, medical device manufacturing, general healthcare and more.
Automation
See the latest technology in robotics, sensors, motion control and automated systems, to boost efficiency and meet demand for everyday goods domestically and beyond.
Design and Manufacturing
Meet with leading designers and engineers who are bringing advanced concepts to life through innovations in 3D printing, CAD/CAM software, and testing equipment.
Plastics
Connect with top companies in 3D printing, injection molding, coatings, furnishing, and more, as they showcase the latest biocompatible polymers and injection molding innovations.
Packaging
Discover innovation and excellence in packaging solutions from packaging design and materials, to automation and turnkey packaging lines.
Who Should Attend?
We bring together individuals from all over the manufacturing industry to find solutions and move their projects forward.
Engineers
Design, Project,
Packaging, and Plant
Executives
Owners and
Executive Managers
R&D
Research and
Development Experts
Manufacturing
Production and Operations Professionals
Quality
Quality Control Experts and Consultants
Buyers
Purchasing
Professionals
Top Reasons to Attend
Enhance Your Education
Get the latest hot topics, best practices, success stories, and more at our abundance of education. Learn valuable insights from the top experts in your field, no matter your specialty.
Nurture Your Network
Whether you’re on the show floor or at our networking events & activities, MD&M Midwest is designed to connect you with new colleagues and suppliers specializing in the products your company needs.
ID Your Next Innovation
Witness interactive showcases of the next manufacturing components, machines, and equipment hitting the market when you visit leading exhibitors in medtech, packaging, automation, design, and plastics.
See What’s Free with Your Expo Pass
Why limit yourself to reading about new equipment or solutions when you can explore them at the expo? See new equipment firsthand, connect with seasoned experts, and advance your career all on one show floor.
Expo Hall
Discover and demo the latest products, technology, and solutions covering medtech, automation, plastics, design, and packaging.
Here’s a closer look:
- Over 575 exhibitors representing the entire product life cycle
- Free sessions at 3 theaters on the expo floor offering expert-led education
- Multiple networking opportunities to raise your profile as you meet new and existing peers, partners, and customers
- Over 5,000 industry colleagues in attendance
Expo Hall Features
Keynotes in the Expo Hall
Build Conference
Hear insights from leading engineers and influences at 4 keynotes in the expo hall.
Tech Tours
Take a guided Tech Tour for an in-depth look at exhibits of special interest on the expo floor.
Networking & Experiences
The expo is where Midwest engineers come to connect. Take part in formal and informal networking events, the 30th anniversary Welcome Reception, Booth Bar Crawls, Lunch & Learns, and Coffee Talks.
MedTech Central
The schedule is information rich, and every session is free. Stop in for expert panels and presentations on everything from surgical robots to machine learning for medical devices.
In Partnership With:
Tech Theater
Take a closer look at suppliers’ most exciting innovations. These sponsor-led sessions feature experts demonstrating new tech firsthand.
Engineering Theater
This is home base for engineering innovation at the event. See new advances in F&B packaging, automotive robotics, 3D printing, and more.
In Partnership With:
The MD&M Conference
Upgrade your expo pass with a 2-day or 1-day MD&M Conference pass. This 7-track conference addresses the latest hot topics in MedTech including cardiovascular treatments, human factors considerations, artificial intelligence applications, 3D printing & additive manufacturing for medical devices, and medical electronics.
7 Conference Tracks
Regulations & Quality for
Medical Devices
Design & Development of
Medical Devices
Medical Digital Design: AI, UI/UX, Security & Human Factors
Medical Electronics
Medical Polymers: Innovations
and Applications
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing for Medical Devices
Medical Device Manufacturing
Passes & Pricing
| 2025 Conference Pass Packages** | 2-Day Conference Pass (Tues. & Wed.) |
1-Day Conference Pass (Tues. or Wed.) |
Expo Pass (Tues. & Wed.) |
Midwest Manufacturing Leadership Summit* (Wed.) |
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| Super Early Bird (Ends July 22) |
$524 | $314 | COMPLIMENTARY*** | $375 |
| Early Bird (Ends September 9) |
$624 | $364 | COMPLIMENTARY*** | $425 |
| Advanced (September 10 - 22) |
$734 | $469 | COMPLIMENTARY*** | $449 |
| Advanced – Pre-Onsite (September 23 – October 20) |
$734 | $469 | $49 | $449 |
| Onsite (October 21-22) | $879 | $574 | $199 | $499 |
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| MD&M Conference Sessions |  |
(On Selected Day) |
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| MD&M Conference Networking Lunch | |
(On Selected Day) |
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| MD&M Conference Presentation Slides**** | |
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| Midwest Manufacturing Leadership Summit Conference | |
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| Midwest Manufacturing Leadership Summit Lunch | |
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| Expo Hall - Exhibitors and Showcases | |
(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
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| Educational Theaters - MedTech Central, Engineering Theater and Tech Theater | |
(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
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| Keynotes | |
(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
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(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
| Expo Hall Networking Activities | |
(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
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(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
| Welcome Reception (Tuesday Only) | |
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| Booth Bar Crawls | |
(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
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(Both Tues. & Wed.) |
*Midwest Manufacturing Leadership Summit is exclusively available to director-level and above job titles.
**The $150 cancellation fee is waived until September 21, 2025.
***Complimentary For Qualified Attendees Only. Excludes sales and business development job titles. All attendees that qualify as an exhibitor and are not exhibiting or have exhibited in the past, are considered a non-exhibiting manufacturer (NEM). NEM registration is $425 per registrant.
****Slide availability based on speaker and presentation.
An Expo Pass is Complimentary for Qualified Attendees until September 22. After September 22, expo entry requires a paid pass:
$49: From September 22 through October 20, 2025
$199: October 21& 22, 2025
If you have been designated as a speaker by Informa Markets then you will receive the 2-Day Conference Pass entitlements listed above.
Get Inspired in the Innovation Hub of the Midwest
Venue Information & Hours
Minneapolis Convention Center
1301 Second Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55403
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Expo Hours
Tuesday, October 21, 2025:
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025:
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Conference Hours
Tuesday, October 21, 2025:
9 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025:
9 a.m.–4:15 p.m.
Onsite Registration Hours
Monday, October 20, 2025: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.