

AI IN EMS SUMMIT
Launch Event: Setting the 2026 Manufacturing Agenda
The SMT Future Experience will officially launch with a two-day event on February 11-12, 2026, featuring intensive summits designed for manufacturing decision-makers:
Day 1 (February 11): Operational Excellence Summit – For COOs, VPs of Operations, and manufacturing leaders focused on transforming production environments and achieving measurable operational improvements.
Day 2 (February 12): AI in Electronics Manufacturing Summit – Focused on building practical AI strategies that deliver real results, moving beyond hype to actionable implementation roadmaps.
"This launch event will set the agenda for operational excellence throughout 2026," said Philip Stoten, Event Director. "We're bringing together the industry's brightest minds to tackle the most pressing challenges in manufacturing—from operational optimization to AI integration."
The venue's founding partners represent comprehensive coverage of critical SMT manufacturing needs:
Fuji America brings industry-leading placement technology and automation expertise, helping manufacturers achieve unprecedented speed and accuracy in electronics assembly.
Koh Young contributes world-class 3D inspection and measurement solutions, enabling manufacturers to achieve the highest quality standards through advanced AI-powered inspection technology.
Creative Electron provides cutting-edge X-ray inspection systems, offering manufacturers critical visibility into component quality and assembly integrity.
Registration for the February 11-12 launch event is limited to 350 industry leaders to ensure meaningful collaboration and engagement.