ABOUT THE FAIR
The Automation Expo & Conference (AEC) is Canada’s leading trade show for industrial automation. Since its inception in 1980, it has grown into a key gathering point for industry experts, businesses, and innovators. AEC represents innovation, networking, and the exchange of cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of the industry.
Held every two years at the Edmonton Expo Centre, the event is organized by the ISA Edmonton Section, a prestigious professional association dedicated to advancing industrial automation technologies. Edmonton was strategically chosen as the host city due to its role as a major hub for energy, manufacturing, and industrial development.
AEC covers a diverse range of topics related to industrial transformation. The Digital Transformation Super Track demonstrates how companies can leverage digital technologies to optimize their processes. The New Technology Track provides valuable insights into the latest industry trends. Additionally, specialized programs such as the Leak Detection Track, Safety Track, Cybersecurity Symposium, and Wireless Symposium address specific challenges faced by the industry. Renewable energy also plays a significant role, with the Alternative Energy Symposium offering in-depth discussions on sustainable solutions.
Exhibitors showcase a wide array of innovative products and services designed to elevate industrial automation to the next level. From state-of-the-art sensor technology and AI-powered control systems to secure networking solutions for Industry 4.0, visitors can explore everything needed to optimize their production processes. Manufacturers, service providers, and research institutions use AEC as a platform to present their latest innovations and support businesses in enhancing productivity and safety.
AEC offers a range of exclusive program highlights that provide deep insights into key industry topics and trends. The Major Projects Panel, The Mature Asset Strategy & Alberta’s Energy Future, and the Digital Transformation Circuit explore current developments and strategies. Meanwhile, Private Exhibitor Meetings facilitate targeted business connections. High-profile expert lectures in the Intel Talks, VIP Tours offering behind-the-scenes insights, and the Networking Happy Hour create valuable opportunities for knowledge exchange and networking.
AEC brings together professionals and decision-makers from various industries, including automation technology, energy, manufacturing, chemicals, petrochemicals, cybersecurity, and mechanical engineering. Engineers, project managers, cybersecurity experts, and business leaders attend the event to find solutions for their specific challenges. For start-ups and innovative companies, AEC serves as a premier platform to showcase new products to an expert audience.
The Edmonton Expo Centre, one of Canada’s largest and most modern event venues, provides the perfect setting for a trade show of this scale. Edmonton itself is a thriving economic metropolis with excellent transportation infrastructure, including an international airport and a well-developed road network. Visitors benefit from top-tier facilities and a vibrant city with diverse leisure and cultural attractions.
The Automation Expo & Conference (AEC) is more than just a trade show – it is the central platform for innovation, expertise, and future-driven technologies in the automation industry. For those looking to stay ahead in industrial automation, AEC is an event they cannot afford to miss.
The Automation Expo & Conference (AEC) in Edmonton took place from Wednesday, 09. April to Thursday, 10. April 2025.