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Join us from October 7-9, 2026, for an 
extraordinary event! The International 
Fastener Expo stands as the leading B2B 
trade show, showcasing a wide range of 
fasteners, machinery, tooling, and 
industrial products.
Explore innovative technologies, network 
with industry experts, and learn from 
world-class speakers.
We’re heading to 
Phoenix, AZ!
IFE/Emerald
This specialised zone will highlight: 
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High-performance and mission-     	 	
   	
critical fasteners 
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Advances in materials, coatings, and  	
	
quality assurance 
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Supplier-to-OEM alignment and  	
	
 	
compliance insights 
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Innovations supporting   	 	
 	
	
lightweighting, sustainability, and    	 	
	
next-gen aircraft design 
The Aerospace Collective will serve 
as a centralised meeting ground for 
professionals who design, test, specify, 
or procure fasteners for high-reliability 
applications. With Phoenix’s own growing 
aerospace ecosystem as a backdrop, 
the new zone will be a major draw for 
engineers and executives seeking both 
innovation and supply chain resilience. 
2. The IFE Hub (new for 2026) 
The IFE Hub offers an exciting new way 
for first time companies to experience 
exhibiting at the International Fastener 
Expo. Designed as an accessible option, 
the IFE Hub features 5x10 ft tabletops 
that give emerging suppliers and 
innovators a streamlined entry into the 
show. Each space includes a 3 ft draped 
counter Limerick stool, company sign, and 
an essential exhibitor package with two 
exhibitor badges. 
What makes the IFE Hub especially 
valuable is its great location; situated 
near the Matchmaking Lounge and 
the Machinery & Tooling area, this 
fosters great networking and steady 
opportunities to engage with distributors, 
buyers, engineers, and sourcing 
professionals actively searching for 	
new partners. 
For companies looking to test the waters, 
expand their reach, or prepare for a future 
full booth presence, the IFE Hub provides 
the perfect launchpad. It’s simple, 
affordable, and strategically designed to 
help new exhibitors thrive. 
Why IFE 2026 will be bigger than ever 
The combination of a dynamic new host 
city, expanded show-floor experiences, 
and fresh programming makes IFE 2026 
one of the most anticipated editions in 
the expo’s long history. As the largest 
fastener event in North America, with 
hundreds of exhibitors and thousands 
of buyers gathering under one roof, IFE 
continues to serve as the industry’s 
central marketplace for innovation, supply 
chain alignment, and business growth. 
Whether you’re sourcing new products, 
strengthening supplier partnerships, 
exploring international manufacturing 
options, or staying ahead of industry 
trends, the 2026 event will deliver more 
opportunities than ever before. 
Contact here:                                                                 
taylor.williams@emeraldx.com           
www.fastenershows.com
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