SPS Nuremberg – Smart Production Solutions

The leading trade fair for industrial automation and digital transformation in manufacturing

SPS – Smart Production Solutions in Nuremberg is one of the most important international trade fairs in the field of industrial automation. Every year, leading suppliers of control and drive technology, automation solutions, digital factory planning, and software development meet here to work together on the future of intelligent and networked production. With over 1,200 exhibitors and more than 40,000 trade visitors, SPS is one of the absolute heavyweights in the international trade fair calendar for industry – and is particularly indispensable for decision-makers, system integrators, engineers, developers, and digital strategists.

From sensors to the cloud: the entire spectrum of automation

SPS stands for a holistic view of modern production. Its range of topics covers the entire automation pyramid:

• Control and PLC technology
• Industrial communication (e.g., OPC UA, Profinet, TSN)
• Safety and protection systems
• Drive technology, motors, frequency converters
• Sensors, measurement and monitoring systems
• HMI/SCADA solutions
• Industrial PCs, embedded systems
• Edge and cloud computing
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning
• Industrial IoT and data analysis
• Digital twins and simulation
• Engineering software, PLM, CAD/CAM
• Predictive maintenance and condition monitoring
• Cybersecurity and secure IT/OT connections
• Robotics, mobile automation, and autonomous systems

SPS: Trade fair with maximum relevance for Industry 4.0

In times when companies need to digitize, network, and automate production processes, SPS shows how this transformation can be achieved—in a concrete, practical, and state-of-the-art manner. It combines classic automation with forward-looking IT solutions and brings together machine builders, software specialists, component manufacturers, and industrial users on one platform.

Highlight: Integration of IT and OT

There is a special focus on the convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT). More and more companies are facing the challenge of combining machine control and data analysis, production reliability, and cloud architecture. SPS shows how these worlds can be connected—and which standards, protocols, and platforms are necessary to gain a competitive advantage.

Live demos, use cases, and dialogue on equal terms

What sets SPS apart is its extremely high practical orientation:

• Many exhibitors showcase complete application examples in operation
• There are test stations, system simulations, and product demonstrations
• Specific industry solutions, e.g., for automotive, pharmaceuticals, packaging, or energy supply, make the trade fair a think tank for individual digital strategies

Technical program, forums, and innovation topics

SPS not only offers a huge exhibition, but also a high-caliber technical program with expert talks, discussion panels, and keynote speeches. Topics such as “Sustainable Automation,” “IT/OT Security,” “Open Source in Automation,” and “Interoperability in Industrial Ecosystems” are regularly in focus. With interactive formats such as hackathons, tech lounges, and guided tours, the trade fair also specifically targets young professionals, universities, and start-ups.

Internationality & innovation density

SPS is not only a German but also an international industry meeting place. Exhibitors and visitors from Europe, North America, and Asia appreciate the density of innovation and the opportunity to establish targeted business contacts. Many companies use SPS as a stage for product innovations, strategic partnerships, or technological collaborations.

SPS – where production goes digital

In an increasingly networked and data-driven industry, SPS is the most important platform for exchanging ideas about sustainable automation solutions. It combines experience with innovation, technology with application, and people with visions. Further information can be found on the organizer's website: https://sps.mesago.com/nuernberg