The established event in Limerick (Ireland) managed by the Gauge & Tool Makers Association (GTMA) in partnership with the ‘Technological University of Shannon (TUS)‘, is adding a dedicated exhibition area for Sheet Metal Processing, Metal Forming and Fabrication at it’s two-day exhibition at TUS Coonagh Campus, Limerick, on 16–17 June 2027.
The new section reflects the importance of the Irish market and how much of Irish manufacturing depends on sheet metal processing and fabrication. Cut, formed and welded parts and assemblies go into medical devices, aerospace, electronics, food processing, pharmaceutical production, energy and general engineering, all sectors with a strong presence in Ireland.
A home for the fabrication supply chain
The new exhibition space gives exhibitors a dedicated area to showcase products and services across fabrication, metal forming and the manufacturing technologies around them. It is aimed at fabricators, sheet metal manufacturers, machinery suppliers, technology providers and the businesses that support them.
For Irish fabricators, that means a chance to see equipment and meet suppliers close to home, without travelling to the big European shows. For suppliers and subcontractors, it is a route to the buyers and engineers at the manufacturers they want to work with.
SMI’s role
SMI is the specialist media brand dedicated to the sheet metal, metal forming and fabrication sectors – publishing daily news, technical features, people announcements, product developments and machinery updates for the industry communities.
SMI will promote the event to businesses and professionals across the sector, helping Irish companies get noticed beyond their local markets and helping suppliers find new customers in Ireland.
The aim is simple: to bring the sheet metal and fabrication sector in Ireland a stronger presence in the wider industry conversation.
A bigger show
Manufacturing Solutions Ireland 2027 will expand in 2027 by offering a dedicated space to the industry. Over two days, the show brings together manufacturers, engineering businesses, technology providers and supply chain specialists to discover new technologies, meet suppliers and find answers to their manufacturing challenges.
The event is free to attend, established and in partnership with a dedicated engineering university, and formatted to allow exhibitors of all types to promote their strengths.
To discuss options to exhibit, simply contact Jas Rai on [email protected] or call on 01926 298292.
