Welcome to the FABTECH 2021 Chicago Call for Speakers

Welcome to the FABTECH 2021 conference speaker submission site. We appreciate your interest in this world class event. Please follow the guidelines on this page to submit an abstract for consideration in the 2021 program.

FABTECH conference program managers will focus on speakers who excite, engage, inspire and implement practices that will enhance the attendee experience and learning opportunity. FABTECH technologies cover: Additive Manufacturing, Automation, Cutting, Finishing, Forming and Fabricating, Laser, Lean Principles and Lean Tools, Management, Marketing, Metal Fabrication Tools, Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Stamping, Tube & Pipe, Welding Fabrication and Workforce Development.

FABTECH has a strict policy on non-use of commercial abstracts and sales pitches. Click HERE for Speaker Requirements and Guidelines.

Submitting an Abstract:
For all submissions, you must log into the Cadmium Scorecard module (FABTECH abstract management portal).

***PLEASE READ (even if you have previously submitted)***

Due to GDPR regulations, we can no longer save your user data from a previous year. All submitters MUST create a new user account in order to submit for this year's conference. Please create your account by clicking on "New Account" under "To Submit" below.

What you need prior to entering the system:

• Your Name, Address, Phone Number, Position/Title, Company, Credentials
• List of Co-Presenter Names, Emails, Positions, Organizations, Credentials (if applicable)
• Abstract Title
• Abstract
• Biography
• Hi-Res Headshot Photo

Once you enter all information and correctly submit, you will receive a confirmation email that we received your abstract.

To complete your current submission, make changes to an existing submission or add another submission:
Log into your account by entering your email address and password under "Returning User" below.

Thank you in advance for your interest in sharing your expertise and knowledge. The FABTECH conference program is proud of its commitment to advancing the future of manufacturing!

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