New International Manufacturing Technology (IMTS) 2008 Logo and Theme

AMT, The Association For Manufacturing Technology, announces a new theme and logo for IMTS 2008.

The theme, "Connecting Global Technology," is meaningful as IMTS brings together the worldwide manufacturing community to showcase the latest innovative technologies in metalworking equipment and services.

The logo, which features a subtle image of a globe with a spark on the horizon, communicates freshness and new ideas.

"Spring-boarding off a tremendously successful IMTS 2006, this new theme and logo will set the tone for an even more exciting IMTS 2008," says John Krisko, AMT director – exhibitions. "IMTS is truly a global event during which buyers and sellers from more than 100 countries exchange business and technical knowledge. The logo's symbolic contemporary globe image recognizes science and global presence. It is a futuristic, yet timeless design."

IMTS 2008 is the 27th edition of the premier manufacturing technology show in North America. IMTS 2008 is a sixday event opening Monday, September 8 and running through Saturday, September 13, 2008. More than 1,000 exhibiting companies will occupy 1.2 million ft2 of exhibit space at the McCormick Place complex in Chicago.

The largest and longest running manufacturing technology trade show in the United States is held every other year at McCormick Place. IMTS is ranked among the largest trade shows in the world.

Recognized as one of the world's preeminent stages for introducing and selling manufacturing equipment and technology, IMTS attracts over 90,000 visitors from every level of the industry and over 40 countries. IMTS is owned and managed by AMT.

Founded in 1902, the AMT represents and promotes the interests of American providers of manufacturing machinery and equipment.

Its goal is to promote technological advancements and improvements in the design, manufacture and sale of members' products in those markets and acts as an industry advocate on trade matters to governments and trade organizations throughout the world.