ProMat 2027 and MODEX 2028 are MHI’s two big spring trade shows, and now they have company. MHI has added MODEX West, a new fall show in Las Vegas. That puts three major supply chain shows on the calendar in about 18 months.
If an automation project is on your horizon, decide now which show your team will attend. Here is what is coming and how to choose.
What’s on the Calendar
All three shows are free to attend, and each one runs three days. Expect working equipment demonstrations, free education sessions and keynotes at every one.
| Show | Dates | City and Venue |
|---|---|---|
| ProMat 2027 | April 19-21, 2027 | Chicago, McCormick Place |
| MODEX 2028 | April 3-5, 2028 | Atlanta, Georgia World Congress Center |
| MODEX West 2028 | October 18-20, 2028 | Las Vegas, Las Vegas Convention Center |
Not sure which one fits? Our ProMat vs. MODEX comparison lays out size, audience and timing side by side.
Why the Show Calendar Matters for Your Project
Trade shows and capital budgets run on similar clocks. Most automation projects need a budget request months before any equipment ships. As a result, the show you attend often shapes what goes into next year’s plan.
So think about timing first. Is your 2027 budget being set this winter or spring? Then ProMat in April 2027 is your best chance to see systems running before the numbers are final.
On the other hand, a 2028 project lines up better with MODEX in Atlanta or MODEX West in the fall.
“I can’t tell you how many times I’ve met a team at a show who fell in love with a system, only to find out their budget had been locked three months earlier. Don’t let that be you. Pick your show based on where your project sits today, send your data ahead, and you’ll walk out with options you can actually fund.”
Ed Romaine, VP of Marketing and Business Development, ISD
Which Show Is Right for You?
Each show has its own personality. Here is the short version:
- ProMat in Chicago draws heavily from the Midwest and the region’s big distribution centers.
- MODEX in Atlanta leans toward the supply chain and pulls more buyers from the Southeast.
- MODEX West in Las Vegas is smaller, runs in October and suits buyers in the West.
You don’t have to pick just one, either. Some teams scout technologies at ProMat in 2027, then go to MODEX in 2028 with a short list in hand.
For exhibitor counts, education sessions and a best-fit table, read ProMat vs. MODEX vs. MODEX West: Which Show Should You Attend?
“Whichever show you choose, go in with a short list of questions and your real numbers. Order lines, SKU counts and peak volumes turn a booth conversation into a design discussion. Without them, every supplier can only give you a brochure answer. With them, you leave knowing which two or three systems deserve a closer look.”
Robert Jones, Senior Distribution Consultant, ISD
Where to Find ISD
ISD will be at ProMat 2027 in Booth N6115, in the North Building at McCormick Place. Stop by to see URBX cube storage ASRS running in the booth. Our engineers will also be on hand to talk through storage, palletizing and truck loading.
You can also catch ISD speakers in three ProMat sessions. One is the ISD-sponsored session Goods-to-Person Showdown: Crane vs. Shuttle vs. Cube vs. AMR. Robert Jones and Ed Romaine present it on Wednesday, April 21, at 2:45 p.m. in Theater G. See the ProMat 2027 guide for the full session list.
In 2028, ISD will exhibit at MODEX in Atlanta. Our booth number will be announced after MHI’s space draw.
Want time with our engineers? Book a ProMat meeting or book a MODEX meeting now. You can also schedule a free consultation anytime.
FAQ
1. When are ProMat 2027 and MODEX 2028?
ProMat 2027 runs April 19-21, 2027, at McCormick Place in Chicago. MODEX 2028 runs April 3-5, 2028, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
2. What is MODEX West?
MODEX West is a new, smaller MHI trade show at the Las Vegas Convention Center, October 18-20, 2028. It adds a fall option for buyers in the West and abroad.
3. Where can I meet ISD at ProMat 2027?
Visit ISD at Booth N6115 in the North Building at McCormick Place. You can also book a meeting with our engineers before the show.
Which Show Fits Your Team?
See exhibitor counts, audiences and a best-fit guide for ProMat, MODEX and MODEX West.
