FNA 2026

Venue & Location
October 12 - 14, 2026
Exhibitors
2,500+ attendees including heat treat company owners, plant managers, metallurgical engineers, furnace operators, quality control specialists, and production executives from across the thermal processing industry.
The event is especially known for attracting high-level decision-makers, technical experts, and industrial manufacturing professionals focused on heat treating, metallurgy, automation, and furnace technologies.
Attendees
Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, Indiana - USA
Dates
Over 150 companies participate with products and services covering industrial furnaces, heat treatment equipment, metallurgy solutions, automation technologies, and thermal processing systems.
Exhibiting brands range from furnace and vacuum system manufacturers to refractory, combustion, industrial gas, and process control solution providers focused on advanced manufacturing industries.

Activities and Highlights
35+ technical sessions covering the latest heat treating technologies, materials, equipment, and process innovations
Large-scale trade show floor featuring advanced furnace systems, automation technologies, vacuum solutions, and thermal processing equipment
High-level networking events bringing together owners, CEOs, plant managers, metallurgical engineers, and industry executives
Expert-led presentations focused on energy efficiency, process optimization, quality control, and emerging manufacturing trends
Live discussions and business meetings with leading suppliers and decision-makers from the global heat treating industry
Statistics from Previous Shows
Record-breaking 1,358+ attendees participated in the event
174 exhibiting companies showcased furnace, heat treating, and thermal processing technologies
Attendees came from 40+ U.S. states and more than 10 countries
Reasons to Exhibit
Exhibiting at Furnaces North America allows companies to position their brand in front of key players from the aerospace, automotive, steel, and industrial manufacturing sectors. The show creates a focused environment for launching new technologies, building long-term partnerships, and expanding visibility within the North American heat treating market.
Keywords
Automation, expo, booth design, Industrial Furnaces, Manufacturing Technology