Saxony’s mechanical engineering cluster orbits Chemnitz, and in September 2026 the city hosts a focused trade fair for industrial automation. All About Automation - Chemnitz 2026 runs on 23 and 24 September at Messe Chemnitz and concentrates on hands-on solutions for manufacturers and users.
What to find at All About Automation - Chemnitz 2026
The trade fair brings together component manufacturers, system integrators, software vendors and distributors working on automation, robotics and production digitalization. Official figures for the previous edition report 239 exhibitors and 2,714 trade visitors, and the event profile indicates all booth spaces are booked for the upcoming show.
Exhibitors present established products alongside new developments. The Innovation Gallery showcases recent innovations and a centrally located Talk Lounge features application-focused presentations and demonstrations that are free to attend without prior registration.
Practical activities and highlights
Format and layout aim for compact, technical exchange. Demonstrations at stands, curated product highlights and a uniform stand design make it efficient to compare solutions. The regional profile of the event means many participants are local specialists and engineering service providers with experience in Saxony’s industrial base.
Product highlights include safety components, virtual PLC solutions, sensor technology and low-code visualization platforms. These provide immediate points of comparison for teams evaluating control and integration strategies across mixed-machine environments.
Key figures
- Exhibitors 239
- Trade visitors 2,714
- Venue Messe Chemnitz
These numbers help gauge the scale and concentration of technical offer over the two days.
B2B prospecting playbook for visitors
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Study the exhibitor list in advance and identify target manufacturers and integrators. The concentrated format favors short technical meetings.
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Bring concise use cases and technical specs. Concrete process examples speed up vendor assessments on the stand.
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Use the Innovation Gallery and Talk Lounge to spot technologies that match your architecture and to capture supplier contacts for follow up.
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Prioritize system integrators with regional experience. Local integrators often know supply chains and compliance requirements better.
Notes for technical teams and procurement
The fair serves technical decision makers and project managers aiming to implement automation projects within short or medium timelines. The compact layout and the presence of many specialists simplify technical due diligence and the collection of comparative quotes.
Final thought and official link
All About Automation - Chemnitz 2026 keeps the emphasis on applicable solutions and direct vendor to user dialogue within Saxony’s industrial ecosystem. For the exhibitor list and registration options visit the official site at http://www.allaboutautomation.de/en/chemnitz
