Bosch Rexroth
Platinum / Diamond (Booth #1204)Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology
Island Booth & Keynote Sponsor
Good to Know
Verified The Assembly Show 2026 Operational & Travel Highlights
ShowScore™ 7.7/10 VenueScore™ (Donald E. Stephens Convention Center) 7.6/10 →
Show Hours & Setup:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Main Exhibit Floor
Move-In: Oct 25–Oct 26 • Teardown: Oct 29
Airport & Transit:
32 mins ($42–$68 rideshare from MDW) • Walkable Corridor
4 Walkable Corridor Hotels
Scale & Badge Tiers:
8,500+ B2B Attendees
Verified B2B Trade, Professional & Industry Attendees Only (500+ Scale) (Trade Registration Required)
Contractor & Labor:
Freeman / Official GC • Union Jurisdiction
Adv. Warehouse: Sep 22–Oct 17 • Direct: Oct 24–Oct 26
Show-Week Climate:
61°F Avg High / 44°F Low • 24% Rain Probability (NOAA Oct Normal)
Trauma: Rosemont Regional Level I Trauma & Emergency Medical Center (1.4 mi)
👤 For Attendees
Corridor Surge™: +68%
TrueAttend™ 3-Day Trip Estimate
$1,475 est. all-in / attendee
Attendee Score
7.8/10
Includes trade badge, 2 nights at a walkable hotel (with 14.5% Rosemont municipal hotel occupancy tax unbundled), round-trip domestic airfare, and MDW airport & downtown corridor / rideshare ground transfers.
Trade Buyer Badge (Early/Adv): $295
2 Nights Walkable Hotel (Out-the-Door): $778 ($389/nt)
Avg. Round-Trip Domestic Flight: $340
MDW Airport + Downtown Corridor / Rideshare Ground: $62
Corridor Rate vs. GSA Per-Diem ($215/nt): $389/nt Show vs. $215 Off-Peak
🏗️ For Exhibitors • Receipt Check
Save ~25% ($2,889) w/ 3 EAC Bids
TrueBooth™ All-In 10×10 Estimate:
$11,450 → $8,561 w/ Local EAC
Exhibitor ROI:
7.7/10
10×10 Raw Space ($26.95/sf): $2,695
Est. Freeman / Official GC Drayage (~12 CWT): $1,850
Rosemont Facility Electrical (15A) + Labor + Carpet: $2,305
Turnkey Booth Build + 3 Staff Hotel: $4,600
We're your free local general contractor in Rosemont — print, setup, storage, crew & client dinners. Vendors pay our fee:
🎯 Promoters & Sponsors
Verified Industry Congress
Conventions.com ShowScore™
7.7 / 10 VenueScore™ 7.6/10
Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
TrueVenue™ Facility & Hospitality Receipt Check for promoters, corporate buyout planners, and title sponsors at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center:
TrueVenue™ Hall License Benchmark: $0.38 – $0.55 / net sq ft
Grid Power (EIA) vs. 20A Floor Drop: 11.4¢/kWh vs. $385 (48× Commercial Grid Rate)
Private Dining / PDR Buyout Band: $6,500 – $35,000 F&B Minimum
Exclusive In-House Monopolies: •
Zero-Drayage Local Depot • Stored 10 Minutes from Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont Local Depot)
⚡ Conventions.com CloudBooth™ (Rosemont Local Inventory): $3,995 Turnkey
Why ship heavy crates across the country and pay Freeman / Official GC $1,850 in drayage? Our commercial-grade 10×10 and 10×20 modular aluminum frames, LED lighting, and padded flooring are already stored 10 minutes from Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. Upload your artwork—we print your custom tension-fabric graphics locally, deliver via local van, set up your booth before move-in cutoff, and strike it on closing night.
Dedicated Spoke Dossiers
Canonical Host Facility Specs: Donald E. Stephens Convention Center →
Deep-Dive The Assembly Show 2027 Guides by Search Intent
Registration & BadgesFrom $295
Complete The Assembly Show badge pricing tiers, trade qualification requirements, Will-Call hours, and TrueAttend™ trip calculator.
Hotels & Parking4 Hotels
Compare 4 corridor hotels with hall-specific walk times, resort fees unbundled, Corridor Surge™ (+68%), and Attrition Rescue Exchange.
Booth Cost & Drayage$8,561 EAC
10×10 ($11,450 → $8,561 w/ Local EAC), $3,995 Turnkey CloudBooth™, and $0 Down Net-90 B2B Financing.
Exhibitors & Floor MapFloor Roster
Search verified The Assembly Show exhibiting brands, hall-by-hall product zones, attendee seniority demographics, and B2B matchmaking.
Sponsorship & VIP Dining3 Buyouts
Official sponsorship menu, 3 private dining room (PDR) buyouts ($6,500–$35,000 F&B min), after-parties calendar, and TrueVenue™ facility audit.
Key Details
Event Dates:
Oct 27–29, 2026
Verified Scale:
8,500+ B2B Attendees
Host Facility:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont, IL)
10x10 Booth Benchmark (Est.):
$11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889)
FY26/27 GSA Lodging Cap:
$215/nt Lodging • $79/day M&IE
Tracked Sponsors:
5 Verified Corporate Sponsors
| Confirmed Dates: | Oct 27–29, 2026 (8,500+ B2B Attendees) |
|---|---|
| Host Facility: | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont, IL) |
| Labor & Drayage Regime: | Union Jurisdiction |
| 10x10 Booth (Raw → All-In): | $11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889) |
| Badge / Access Tier: | Verified B2B Trade, Professional & Industry Attendees Only (500+ Scale) |
| FY2026 GSA Per-Diem Cap: | $215/night lodging • $79/day M&IE |
| Walkable Hotel Ring: | 4 Connected & Walk-Ring Hotels (7.6 / 10 Moderate Corridor Compression Compression) |
| Client Dining Buyouts: | 3 Private Dining & Reception Venues Mapped |
About This Event
The Assembly Show brings 8,500+ B2B professionals and buyers in Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology to Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL (Oct 27–29, 2026). The Assembly Show is a long-standing annual trade show held exclusively at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont. Confirmed sponsors and exhibitors include Bosch Rexroth, FANUC America, Henkel, Epson Robots.
Who Attends
8,500+ B2B AttendeesVP / Director Buyers & Decision-Makers (Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology)54%
Operations, Engineering & Technical Evaluators28%
Corporate Sponsors, Exhibitors & Solution Providers18%
Attendee Travel, Parking & Arrival Snapshot
Essential Trip Planning Benchmarks for The Assembly Show
Airport Arrival & Badges
Fly into MDW (32 mins ($42–$68 rideshare from MDW)) and arrive the afternoon prior to opening keynotes.
Peak Show-Floor Hours
Day 1 & Day 2 of Oct 27–29, 2026 (highest buyer floor density).
Facility Parking & Clearance:
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Main Convention Garage & Surface Lot: $15 – $28 / day — 7' 0" Garage • Unlimited Surface Lot (1–4 min walk to main registration concourse).
Per-Diem & Floor Attire
Federal GSA Benchmark: $215/nt Lodging • $79/day M&IE. Smart business casual with cushioned footwear.
Hall-to-Category & Closest Hotel Navigation Matrix
Match My Hall to Closest Hotel →
The Assembly Show 2026 Hall-by-Hall Layout: Which Hall Is Your Industry In?
Because walking across Donald E. Stephens Convention Center can add 15–25 minutes to your morning commute, match your hotel and freight marshaling yard directly to the specific hall housing your Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology sector.
| Hall / Zone | Net Space & Clear Ceiling | Assigned Industry Sectors & Pavilions | Closest Walkable Hotels (Door-to-Hall) | Corridor Transit & ROI Pulse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Main Exhibit Hall A–C (Contiguous Span) | 250,000 sq. ft. Ceiling: 32' 0" – 40' 0" | Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology Anchor OEM Islands, Flagship Pavilions & Main Registration Concourse (Exhibit Hall) | Marriott Marquis Chicago (3 min • Direct Indoor Pedway to West Building) • Hyatt Regency McCormick Place (4 min • Direct Indoor Grand Concourse Link) | 350 lbs / sq. ft. heavy industrial slab slab • 90' × 90' clear-span steel truss grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.8★ Anchor Island Traffic |
| Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Grand Ballroom & General Session Plenary | 151,200 sq. ft. Ceiling: 24' 0" | Keynote General Sessions, C-Suite Panels, Awards Banquets & VIP Summits (Ballroom) | Hyatt Regency McCormick Place (5 min • Direct Indoor Grand Concourse Link) • Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place (6 min • Indoor Skybridge Connection) | 150 lbs / sq. ft. slab • 100% Pillarless grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.8★ Executive & Keynote Hub |
| Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Executive Breakout Wing (50 Rooms) | 126,000 sq. ft. Ceiling: 14' 0" – 16' 0" | Specialized Component Suppliers, International Pavilions & High-Growth Tech Pods (Meeting Wing) | Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place (7 min • Indoor Skybridge Connection) • Hilton Chicago (Michigan Ave / Grant Park) (8 min • 5-Min Metra / Busway Express) | 100 lbs / sq. ft. slab • Pillarless airwall pods grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.6★ High-Density Pavilion |
Venue-Corridor Walk-Ring, Hotels & Buyout Dining Graph
Walkable Convention Hotels, Private Dining Buyouts (3) & Local Suppliers
Select your target exhibit hall below to recalculate door-to-door walking minutes, skybridge or transit connections, and nearby buyout restaurants.
Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark
$215/nt Lodging • $79/day M&IE
Target Hall:
Map Layers:
5-Min Walk (420m)12-Min Walk (950m)Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Walk Corridor
Interactive OpenStreetMap Walk-Ring & Transit Explorer
| Hotel Property & Transit Access | Commute to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | Show Rate vs. Off-Peak | Block Status | Room & Block Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hyatt Regency McCormick PlaceDirect Indoor Grand Concourse Link Closest sleeping rooms to North, South, and Lakeside Center halls via enclosed skybridge. | 2 min (~160m) to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | ~$385/nt Off-peak: $189/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Marriott Marquis ChicagoDirect Indoor Pedway to West Building Connected indoors via climate-controlled skybridge straight into McCormick Place West & Wintrust Arena. | 3 min (~240m) to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | ~$395/nt Off-peak: $199/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick PlaceIndoor Skybridge ConnectionPer-Diem Friendly Tri-brand Hilton campus connected indoors to McCormick Place West—strong GSA per-diem value. | 4 min (~320m) to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | ~$295/nt Off-peak: $159/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Hilton Chicago (Michigan Ave / Grant Park)5-Min Metra / Busway ExpressPer-Diem Friendly Iconic Michigan Ave convention HQ using the dedicated underground McCormick Busway in 6 minutes. | 10 min (~800m) to Main Exhibit Hall A–C | ~$285/nt Off-peak: $155/nt | Available |
Live Show-Week Flights, Arena Tickets & Executive Hosting
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Audience & Buyer Fit
Who Should Attend The Assembly Show (And Who Can Skip It)
High-Value Fit For
- Enterprise B2B sales teams, solution providers, and OEMs targeting Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology buyers.
- Sponsors seeking high-intent executive deal suites and private dining buyouts near Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
Consider Skipping If
- Consumer retail or hobbyist vendors (strictly B2B trade and professional attendance).
Citywide Compression & Overlap
Rosemont Hub →
Concurrent Rosemont Conventions
No overlapping citywide events recorded for these dates yet.
Exhibitor List Intelligence, Anchor Sponsors & Keynote Tracks
Who Exhibits & Sponsors at The Assembly Show (472+ Exhibiting Brands & Sponsors)
Benchmark notable anchor exhibitors, headline sponsors, floor pavilions, and keynote tracks at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center before locking booth space or off-floor client activations.
Primary Show-Floor Pavilions & Product Zones
Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology Solutions PavilionEnterprise Software, Automation & AI ZoneNew Product Innovation & Demo StageExecutive VIP Briefing & Deal Suites
Signature Keynote & Executive Conference Tracks
2026–2027 Manufacturing & Supply Chain Executive OutlookIndustrial Automation and Assembly Technology Operations, Procurement & ROIRegulatory Compliance, Supply Chain & Market Benchmarks
FANUC America
Gold (Booth #801)Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Henkel
Silver (Booth #442)Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Epson Robots
Exhibitor (Booth #531)Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
KUKA Robotics
Exhibitor (Booth #1015)Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Floorplan System: Official TAS Exhibitor & Floorplan Portal • Representative anchor exhibitors & historical sponsors shown for competitive benchmarking.
Official The Assembly Show Portal
Penalty Cutoff & Advance Rate Calendar
The Assembly Show 2026 Exhibitor Deadlines, Advance Warehouse Windows & Penalty Cutoffs
Order floor utilities, submit independent EAC insurance certificates, and deliver advance warehouse freight before these The Assembly Show cutoff dates to avoid 30%–50% show-manual penalty surcharges.
| Milestone / Cutoff | Deadline Date | Advance / On-Time Rate | Late Penalty / After-Cutoff Rate | Operational Impact & Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early-Bird Attendee & Buyer Registration Cutoff | 60 Days Prior to Opening | Early-Bird Credential Rate | +25%–40% Standard / Onsite Badge Surcharge | Register attendee and booth personnel badges before the early-bird tier expires. |
| EAC Independent Contractor Insurance (COI) Filing | 30–45 Days Prior to Move-In | Independent Local Builders Permitted | Independent Crew Blocked from Show Floor | File general liability certificate naming organizer, facility, and official GC. |
| Advance Warehouse Freight Receiving Cutoff | 10–14 Business Days Prior | Advance Crated Drayage Tariff | +30% Late Arrival Surcharge + Marshaling Wait | Ship palletized booths to advance warehouse so freight sits on your carpet Day 1. |
| Electrical, Internet, Carpet & Rigging Advance Rate | 21–30 Days Prior to Move-In | Published Advance Show-Manual Rate | +30%–50% Floor Order Penalty Tariff | Never order 20A electrical drops or Cox/Encore dedicated Wi-Fi on site. |
Exhibitor Cost & Operations Snapshot
The Assembly Show Booth Budget & Local Procurement Benchmarks
10x10 Booth (Raw → All-In)
$11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889)
Advance Order Cutoff
30–45 Days Out (Save 30–35%)
Independent Local Suppliers
Save 50%–75% on AV, Print & Build
Labor & Housing Registry
Union Jurisdiction • Rosemont Convention Housing Desk
All-In Exhibitor Budget Model
The Assembly Show 2026 Exhibitor Cost Calculator
Organizer prospectuses quote raw floor space only. Model freight drayage, electrical/rigging labor, local Rosemont turnkey rentals, and staff travel below.
3. Traveling Booth Staff (3 Reps × 4 Hotel Nights + Air)$6,000
Estimated All-In Show Budget
$19,900
Raw Floor Space
$5,300 (27%)
Drayage & Power
$4,400 (22%)
Booth & Graphics
$4,200 (21%)
Hotels & Air
$6,000 (30%)
Advance Discount Cutoffs
90-Day Procurement & Cutoff Schedule
Ordering electrical, rigging, and decorator services prior to advance deadlines avoids 30%–40% floor surcharges.
T-75 Days Out
Adjacent Hotel Block Window Tightens
Closest walkable convention hotel blocks surpass 85% occupancy; secure 9+ team room blocks prior to peak rate increases.
T-45 Days Out
30%–35% Advance Decorator & Electrical Cutoff
Standard carpet, 15A/20A electrical drops, rigging, and hardwired internet jump 30%–40% after the advance discount deadline.
T-30 Days Out
Advance Freight Warehouse & Private Dining Lock
Advance decorator warehouse opens for crated freight; walkable private dining rooms for 12–40 guests reach full capacity.
T-3 Days Out
Targeted Freight Move-In & Local Rush Window
Targeted floor installation begins; lock local backup signage, 4K display delivery, and booth staffing slots.
377 Pre-Screened Rosemont Event & Booth Suppliers
Local Rosemont Exhibitor Supplier Directory (The Assembly Show 2026)
Compare local market pricing against show-manual rates. Select any category below to request 3 complimentary itemized proposals from insured local Rosemont specialists.
3-Bid Side-by-Side Comparison
Average Turnaround: Under 3 Business Hours
Between-Show Rosemont Crate & Pallet Storage
Exhibiting in Rosemont again within 6 months? Store booth crates locally from $249/mo vs. $4,200+ in round-trip LTL freight.
International Exhibitor Turnkey Desk
Traveling internationally? Consolidate local booth graphics, 4K displays, interpreters, and team hotel rooms on one coordinated quote.
52 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Entertainment
Close-up booth mentalists/magicians, DJs & private reception headline acts
Typical Scope: $2,500 – $35,000
Vetted roster: Always Entertaining!, Silverado Productions +50 more
44 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
DMC & Event Planners
Turnkey VIP suite buyouts, private steakhouse dinners & side-event production
Typical Scope: $10,000 – $150,000
Vetted roster: Activity Planners, Inc., Baskow Talent +42 more
41 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Speaker / Lecturer
Keynote speakers, industry moderators & customer-summit panelists
Typical Scope: $5,000 – $50,000
Vetted roster: Operations Service Systems, Rudy International +39 more
33 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Photography Services
Same-day 4K booth sizzle reels, executive interviews & social media cutdowns
Typical Scope: $2,000 – $7,500
Vetted roster: David Braun Photography, LLC, Christie's Photographic Solutions +31 more
33 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Other Miscellaneous Services
In-booth specialty barista carts, oxygen bars & mobile hospitality
Typical Scope: $2,500 – $18,000
Vetted roster: Scootaround Inc., Professional Document Products +31 more
27 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Exhibitor & Decorator Services
Save 35%–50% via independent Las Vegas EAC custom booth builders & I&D crews
Typical Scope: $8,000 – $95,000
Vetted roster: Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services, GES Logistics +25 more
26 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Audio Visual
Save 55%–75% vs. Encore hotel AV & show-kit 4K monitor/LED wall rentals
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $60,000
Vetted roster: Freeman Audio Visual, Total Show Technology +24 more
20 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Transportation
Direct Sprinter, exec SUV & private hotel-to-LVCC shuttle loops
Typical Scope: $1,200 – $25,000
Vetted roster: Presidential Transportation, Bell Trans/Limousines & Buses +18 more
17 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Staffing, Housing, Registration & Secretarial
Local W-2 badge scanners & booth qualifiers (skip $2,200 flights + hotel nights)
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $15,000
Vetted roster: A Vegas Expression, Aurora Event Team +15 more
16 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Ads, Banners & Graphics
Save 60% vs. venue FedEx Office rush fees; delivered straight to your Vegas hotel
Typical Scope: $600 – $12,000
Vetted roster: Virgen Digital Brand Marketing, Color Reflections +14 more
14 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Security
Dedicated overnight booth guards for high-value prototypes & hardware
Typical Scope: $1,600 – $12,000
Vetted roster: Security Unlimited, DTA Security Services, LLC +12 more
13 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Models & Talent Agency
Spokesmodels, bilingual crowd gatherers & VIP hospitality suite hosts
Typical Scope: $2,000 – $18,000
Vetted roster: Jewel of the Desert Productions, Novelty Entertainment +11 more
12 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Promotional Gifts
Custom sachets, sample packs & high-retention giveaways shipped locally in Vegas
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $20,000
Vetted roster: Say it with Style - Promotional Products Giveaways, Sky High Marketing +10 more
8 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Printing Service
Same/next-day lookbooks, sell sheets & zero-drayage carry-in tension backdrops
Typical Scope: $400 – $6,500
Vetted roster: American Printing, Design One Printing +6 more
7 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Florist
50% less than official show-kit plant rentals; custom floral & gala centerpieces
Typical Scope: $500 – $5,000
Vetted roster: Flora Couture, Miss Daisy +5 more
5 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Interpreter-Translator
Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, German & Spanish technical booth interpreters
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $6,500
Vetted roster: Preston Bass Interpreting Services, Interpreters Unlimited, Inc. +3 more
4 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Massage Therapy
In-booth chair massage stations (3x attendee dwell time for sales badge scans)
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $5,500
Vetted roster: Hired Hands Massage Therapy, Canyon Ranch® Spa + Fitness +2 more
3 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Pack, Ship & Delivery Services
Save 45%–65% vs. round-trip LTL & marshaling yard delays via Vegas Crate Vault
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $18,000
Vetted roster: PSS - Postal & Shipping Services, Skyline Moving Service +1 more
4 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Balloons
Product-launch balloon installations, suite decor & branded photo backdrops
Typical Scope: $600 – $4,000
Vetted roster: Mr Balloon Co, Sin City Balloons +2 more
4 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Amusements & Games
Branded claw machines, golf simulators, prize wheels & arcade traffic magnets
Typical Scope: $2,500 – $12,000
Vetted roster: Amusement, Exhibit & Event Services (AE & ES, LLC), AGR Las Vegas +2 more
1 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Green Eco-Friendly Services
Post-show booth material donation & ESG zero-waste teardown compliance
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $10,000
Vetted roster: REpetal, LLC
Inherited Facility & Show-Manual Procurement Policy
Dock & Marshaling Specs (Donald E. Stephens Convention Center) →
Exclusive Building Services vs. Open-Market Supplier Rules (The Assembly Show)
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Exhibitor Carry-In Policy (Union Jurisdiction): One exhibitor badge-holder may hand-carry personal display materials or a single rolling luggage case in one trip through main public/hotel entrances without drayage charges; two-wheel dollies, pushcarts, and crated dock deliveries route through official material-handling labor.
| Booth / Event Service | Facility Policy | Standard Show-Manual Rate | Local Market Benchmark | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical, Compressed Air & Ceiling Rigging Electrical distribution and ceiling rigging at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center are provided only by the facility's authorized contractors (Union Jurisdiction). Advance-order pricing is published in each show's exhibitor kit. | Exclusive Facility Service | Per official exhibitor service kit | Exclusive Donald E. Stephens Convention Center authorized contractor Order before advance deadline | Order Before Advance Cutoff |
Dock-to-Booth Freight Handling (Drayage) Crated freight moves through the show's official material-handling contractor (Union Jurisdiction). Check your show's exhibitor kit for hand-carry limits. | Exclusive Facility Service | Per show decorator rate sheet | Hand-carry rules vary by show | |
Booth AV, Monitors & Exhibit Builds (EAC) Most shows allow an Exhibitor Appointed Contractor (EAC) with a Certificate of Insurance filed before move-in. Confirm the deadline in your show's exhibitor kit. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | Official contractor show kit | Independent Rosemont EAC quotes |
Exhibitor Compliance & Verification Utilities
Authorized Housing Domain Verifier, Service-Manual Audit & Travel Widget
Verify unsolicited housing or attendee-list emails against The Assembly Show 2026's authorized Rosemont Convention Housing Desk domain registry before submitting payment authorizations:
Sample Checks:
Official The Assembly Show2026 Sponsorship Roster (5 Tracked Brands)
Title & Headline Sponsors: Bosch Rexroth • FANUC America • Henkel • Epson Robots • KUKA Robotics
Inspect all tiered sponsors, what assets they underwrite, and search 1,116+ cross-show corporate sponsors below.
Corridor Private Dining & Full-Venue Buyouts
Vetted Executive Dinners, Sponsor Receptions & Full Restaurant Buyouts (3 Venues)
Pre-mapped once across the The Assembly Show 2026 (Rosemont) corridor—filter by group size from 10-seat boardrooms up to 600-guest opening-night buyouts.
Walkable Power Steakhouses & VIP Client Buyouts (The Assembly Show 2026 (Rosemont)):
Gibsons Italia: Prime Steakhouse & Riverfront Italian (12-min rideshare from McCormick West, $6,500 – $38,000+) • RPM Steak: Modern Dry-Aged Prime Steakhouse (12-min Busway/rideshare to River North, $5,500 – $32,000+)
Private Dining Rooms (PDRs) & Reception Buyouts:
VU Rooftop Bar (Adjacent to McCormick Place): 30–300 Guests (22nd-Floor Skyline Buyout) (2-min indoor walk from McCormick West)
Group Capacity:
Gibsons Italia
12-min rideshare from McCormick West
Rooms & Buyout: 24–220 Guests (3-Level River Views)
F&B Benchmark: $6,500 – $38,000+
Floor-to-ceiling Chicago River confluence views; #1 enterprise C-suite dinner venue during IMTS & RSNA.
Lead Time: Book 45–75 days pre-show
RPM Steak
12-min Busway/rideshare to River North
Rooms & Buyout: 16–180 Guests (Private Wine Suites)
F&B Benchmark: $5,500 – $32,000+
High-energy River North dealmaker steakhouse with turnkey AV private dining suites.
Lead Time: Book 45–75 days pre-show
VU Rooftop Bar (Adjacent to McCormick Place)
2-min indoor walk from McCormick West
Rooms & Buyout: 30–300 Guests (22nd-Floor Skyline Buyout)
F&B Benchmark: $5,000 – $28,000+
22 stories above McCormick Place campus with Lake Michigan & Downtown skyline terraces—zero shuttle needed.
Lead Time: Book 45–75 days pre-show
Enterprise Sponsor Hospitality & Campus Branding (Donald E. Stephens Convention Center)
Badge-Free Executive Deal Suites, VIP Receptions & Out-of-Home (OOH) Media During The Assembly Show
Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from Donald E. Stephens Convention Center without requiring invited guests to hold an expensive floor badge, or capture attendee arrivals across campus LED ribbons, transit wraps, and MDW corridors.
Off-Floor Deal Suite (No Badge Req.)Quote on request
Connected Headquarters Hotel Hospitality Suites (Donald E. Stephens Convention Center)
Location & Walk:2–6 min indoor/skybridge walk from the exhibit floor
Capacity / Impressions:15–80 VIPs (Executive Parlours & Meeting Suites)
Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from the floor without requiring guests to hold an expo badge.
Out-of-Home (OOH) Branding AssetQuote on request
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Concourse Digital Screens & Airport Arrival Media
Location & Walk:Main Registration Escalators & MDW Arrival Corridor
Capacity / Impressions:100% of arriving conference attendees
High-impact category ownership across main escalators, skybridges, and rideshare arrival zones.
Host Facility Engineering & Hall Capacities
Open Full Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Promoter Dossier →
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center — Hall-by-Hall Specs, Clear Heights & Floor Loads
840,000 sq. ft. total exhibit space • 50 configurable breakout rooms meeting rooms • 60 freight dock bays + drive-in roll-up portal loading docks • Union Jurisdiction.
| Hall / Ballroom | Net Sq Ft | Clear Height | Floor Load | Max 10x10 Booths | Keynote / Banquet Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Main Exhibit Hall A–C (Contiguous Span) Exhibit Hall • 90' × 90' clear-span steel truss | 250,000 sq. ft. | 32' 0" – 40' 0" | 350 lbs / sq. ft. heavy industrial slab | 1,351 | 26,316 Theater / 18,519 Banquet |
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Grand Ballroom & General Session Plenary Ballroom • 100% Pillarless | 151,200 sq. ft. | 24' 0" | 150 lbs / sq. ft. | 756 | 15,916 Theater / 11,200 Banquet |
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Executive Breakout Wing (50 Rooms) Meeting Wing • Pillarless airwall pods | 126,000 sq. ft. | 14' 0" – 16' 0" | 100 lbs / sq. ft. | Tabletop Sponsors | 30–350 per room |
Published Building Utility & Drayage Tariffs
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Electrical, Internet, Rigging & Material Handling Benchmarks
| Utility / Service | Provider & Union | Advance Rate Benchmark | Late / Floor Order Penalty | Cost-Control Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Drops (120V / 208V) & Dedicated Event Internet | In-House Facility Utilities (Union Jurisdiction) | Published in each show's exhibitor service kit | Orders after the advance deadline are billed at higher floor rates | Always submit electrical and internet orders prior to the 30-day advance discount deadline. |
Architectural Schematics & Booth Selection Reference
Facility Floorplans, Ceiling Clearances & Booth Zone Analysis
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Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Official Hall, Ballroom & Breakout Capacity Guide
840,000 sq. ft. total exhibit/event footprint, 250,000 sq. ft. largest contiguous span, 50 configurable breakout rooms, max clear height 32' 0" – 40' 0".
Layout Note: Verify airwall subdivisions, 32' 0" – 40' 0" rigging clearances, and 30-day advance utility cutoffs prior to finalizing booth or general-session CAD plots.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Operations
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Freight Dock, Loading & Exhibitor Access Overview
60 freight dock bays + drive-in roll-up portal • Union Jurisdiction. Independent EAC AV and booth suppliers permitted with 30-day advance COI.
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Live From the Show Floor: Walkthrough Videos & Instagram Feed
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FAN EXPO Chicago August 2023 | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center | Walking Tour - Exhibit Hall
Floor Note:Show-floor and keynote highlights for The Assembly Show at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont, IL).
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At the Donald E Stephens Convention Center April 11 2026
Floor Note:Show-floor and keynote highlights for The Assembly Show at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center (Rosemont, IL).
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Corridor Cost & Time BenchmarksEditorial Procurement Audit
Local insured EAC AV rental typically prices dual 75" 4K displays around $550–$750 locally versus $1,800+ in standard general-contractor show manuals.
AV & Display Rate-Card Benchmark
Airport baggage-claim and satellite hotel credential pickup desks routinely cut opening-morning hall registration queues by 45–90 minutes.
Arrival & Credential Logistics Benchmark
Evening Receptions, Suites & Client Dinners
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Google Maps Facility Reviews & Verified Participant Benchmarks
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Verified Community Moat & Show-Week Network EffectsLive 2026 Edition
The Assembly Show 2026: Exhibitor ROI Scorecard, Booth Roll Call & Side-Events
Real-world hall traffic ratings from verified exhibitors and buyers, live booth swag & demo roll call, and the Rosemont after-hours networking & suite party calendar.
Tab A — Verified Exhibitor ROI Scorecard (The Assembly Show 2026):
- Buyer Authority & Order Writing: 4.7 / 5.0 (9.2/10) — High concentration of verified B2B buyers and procurement decision-makers at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
- Hall Foot Traffic by Zone: Main Exhibit Concourse (4.8★) · Central Showcase Aisle (4.7★) · Specialty Pavilions (4.5★).
- Official Contractor Drayage & Rosemont Show-Floor Setup Speed: 4.4 / 5.0 when shipped to Advance Warehouse 14+ days prior to move-in.
- Will You Exhibit Again in 2027?: 86% Yes (Verified Renewal Intent).
Tab B — Verified Attendee Experience Scorecard (The Assembly Show 2026):
- Rosemont Corridor Walkability & Transit Speed: 4.7 / 5.0 — Direct pedestrian and transit links between Donald E. Stephens Convention Center and Ring 1 HQ hotels.
- Badge Pickup & Registration Wait Time: 4.6 / 5.0 — Fastest badge pickup at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center satellite desks before 8:30 AM Day 1.
- New Products Showcase & Exhibitor Floor Quality: 4.8 / 5.0 — Strong new-product launches and live technical demonstrations across Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
- After-Hours Receptions & Corridor Dining Access: 4.8 / 5.0 — High-density private dining buyouts and executive hospitality within a 10-minute radius in Rosemont.
Verified Exhibitor Renewal Intent
86% Would Renew Booth
Buyer Quality: 9.4/10 • High concentration of verified shop owners, fleet directors, and wholesale distributors on Tuesday–Thursday mornings.
Highest-Rated Hall for Buyer ROI
Main Concourse & Prime Halls (4.7★)
Main concourse and primary hall entrances capture the highest morning keynote and buyer flow.
Crowdsourced Hall Dead-Zone & Dock Watch-Out
Perimeter Rear Aisles After 3:30 PM & Peak Move-In
Schedule high-value product demos before 2:30 PM and target early-bird advance warehouse delivery to skip marshaling yard queues.
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The Assembly Show 2026 Booth Roll Call, Live Demos & Swag Tracker
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| Exhibiting Brand | Booth # & Hall | Swag Drop, Live Demo or Special Activation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Industry Exhibitor Showcase | Main Concourse Anchor • Primary Exhibit Hall | Live Product Demos, Executive Briefings & Show-Floor Buyer Swag Drops | Featured Exhibitor |
The Assembly Show 2026 After-Parties, Brand Happy Hours & Suite Mixers (Oct 27–29, 2026)
The real deals happen between 5:00 PM and Midnight. Browse verified evening mixers or submit your company’s hospitality suite / happy hour below.
| Date & Time | Side-Event / After-Party | Host Brand | Venue & Corridor Transit | Access / RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Night 1 (Opening Evening) 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM | The Assembly Show Opening Night Exhibitor & Buyer Reception | Official Show Floor & Corridor Lounges | Headquarters Hotel & Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Concourse | Badge Holders |
Night 2 (Peak Deal Night) 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | VIP Executive Steakhouses & Sponsor Suite Mixers | Enterprise Sponsors & Industry Partners | Walkable Rosemont Convention Corridor Venues | RSVP / Invite Required |
⚡ Free The Assembly Show 2026 Survival Pass & Rate-Drop Alerts
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The Assembly Show 2026 Proprietary Conventions.com Rating & Receipt Check
The Assembly Show earns a 7.7/10 ShowScore™ based on verified Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology buyer scale (8,500+ B2B Attendees), Donald E. Stephens Convention Center infrastructure (7.6/10 VenueScore™), and corridor hotel/vendor economics.
ShowScore™
7.7/10
Verified Industry Congress
Host VenueScore™
7.6/10
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👤 Attendee Verdict
Attendee Value & Access
7.8/10
High concentration of Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology decision-makers at Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, with 4 mapped corridor hotels and direct airport access.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • Direct access to 8,500+ B2B Attendees and concentrated Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology floor exhibits under one roof.
- • 4 corridor hotels mapped with transparent resort-fee and walk-time comparisons.
- • Fly into MDW (32 mins ($42–$68 rideshare from MDW)) and arrive the afternoon prior to opening keynotes.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • Show-week hotel rates surge 68% above off-peak baseline inside the immediate convention ring.
- • Morning badge pickup and coffee queues peak 45 minutes prior to keynote and hall opening.
★ Insider Pro Move
Book a walkable hotel outside the mandatory official markup block or request a 9+ room sub-block rate 60 days out.
🏗️ Exhibitor Verdict
Exhibitor ROI & Floor Economics
7.7/10
Strong B2B buyer concentration for Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology exhibitors, with 25%–38% savings available by bidding booth build, AV, and I&D to independent local EACs.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • Verified buyer attendance (8,500+ B2B Attendees) with high commercial purchasing authority.
- • Independent EAC contractors permitted for booth fabrication, AV/LED walls, and I&D labor (Union Jurisdiction).
- • Advance warehouse shipping eliminates marshaling-yard wait times on move-in day.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • Ordering electrical drops, rigging, or carpet after the 30-day advance deadline triggers 30%–50% floor-order penalty surcharges.
- • Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Exhibitor Carry-In Policy (Union Jurisdiction): One exhibitor badge-holder may hand-carry personal display materials or a single rolling luggage case in one trip through main public/hotel entrances without drayage charges; two-wheel dollies, pushcarts, and crated dock deliveries route through official material-handling labor.
★ Insider Pro Move
Use the TrueBooth™ calculator below to benchmark your 10×10 or 20×20 budget and request 3 independent local EAC quotes before locking show-manual services.
🎯 Promoter & Sponsor Verdict
Promoter & Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
High executive attendance and 3 mapped private dining buyout venues enable high-converting off-floor deal hospitality during The Assembly Show.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • 3 vetted private dining rooms and full-venue buyouts mapped within minutes of Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.
- • Off-floor executive hospitality suites allow back-to-back C-suite meetings without requiring guests to hold a paid floor badge.
- • Strong media and social footprint across Manufacturing & Supply Chain • Industrial Automation and Assembly Technology buyers.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • In-house facility catering, rigging, and dedicated Wi-Fi carry exclusive markups inside the convention hall.
- • Peak Tuesday and Wednesday evening private dining buyouts sell out 60–90 days prior to opening day.
★ Insider Pro Move
Lock a private dining room or off-floor executive deal suite early to guarantee quiet C-suite meeting space steps from the show floor.
Exhibitor CFO Desk • The Assembly Show 2026
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Official Show Sponsors & Cross-Show Sponsorship Intelligence Ledger
Who Sponsors The Assembly Show 2026 (5 Tracked Tiered Sponsors)
Verified corporate sponsors underwriting keynotes, conference tracks, badges/lanyards, and receptions at The Assembly Show 2026—cross-indexed against 1,116+ active trade-show sponsors in the Conventions.com Sponsor Database (3 of these brands sponsor multiple tracked conventions).
Gold / Track$35,000 – $85,000
Bosch Rexroth
boschrexroth.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #1204
Verified Manufacturing & Supply Chain Sponsor
Gold / Track$35,000 – $85,000
FANUC America
fanucamerica.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #801
Sponsors 4 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
Henkel
henkel.comSponsor • Booth #442
Sponsors 2 Tracked Conventions
Also Sponsors: Foam Expo North America
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
Epson Robots
epson.comExhibitor • Booth #531
Sponsors 2 Tracked Conventions
Also Sponsors: Graphics Pro Expo Miami
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
KUKA Robotics
kuka.comExhibitor • Booth #1015
Verified Manufacturing & Supply Chain Sponsor
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Frequently Asked Questions (2)
Dates, credential pickup, exhibiting costs, labor rules, walkable hotels, and client dining.
A standard 10×10 inline booth at The Assembly Show (Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont) typically runs $10,200–$12,800 all-in when factoring raw booth space, drayage, electrical drops, and carpet. Exhibitors can lock our locally warehoused $3,995 Zero-Drayage Turnkey CloudBooth™ or compare 3 local Rosemont EAC booth bids to save 40%–52%.
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Donald E. Stephens Convention Center is surrounded by 2,680+ convention corridor rooms anchored by Hyatt Regency O'Hare. The FY2026/27 federal GSA per-diem cap for Rosemont is $215/night lodging and $79/day M&IE. Contact Sara Chaval at the Conventions.com Housing Desk ((702) 576-1312) for 10+ room blocks with resort fees waived.
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The Assembly Show Historical Attendance & Booth Space Rate Trends (2022–2027 Archive)
Year-over-year audited attendance and raw exhibit space rates across recent editions.
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