Developed by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), The Utility Expo is the largest trade show event for utility professionals and construction contractors seeking comprehensive insights into the latest industry technologies, innovations, and trends.
Held in Louisville, Kentucky, at the Kentucky Exposition Center on September 26–28, 2023, this biennial event is known for its new equipment test drives and interactive product demonstrations.
The AEM is the North America-based international trade group representing off-road equipment manufacturers and suppliers with more than 1,000 companies and more than 200 product lines in the agriculture and construction-related industry sectors worldwide. The equipment manufacturing industry in the US supports 2.8 million jobs and contributes approximately $288 billion to the economy every year.
The 2023 event will have an additional six percent more exhibit space than it did in its record-breaking 2021 show. As well, this year’s show promises to have over 850 exhibitors and 50 innovative education sessions.
“Our team worked to create additional space this year while grouping similar product types better, making it even easier for everyone to find what they’re looking for,” said John Rozum, the Show Director. “That’s important given the show covers more than 1.4 million square feet of indoor and outdoor exhibits.”
The show will also have the new Community Zone, where utility and infrastructure pros will be able to see and experience the latest overhead and underground infrastructure equipment and technologies at work, not to mention a space to gather and recharge. The Zone—located in the North Lobby—will feature daily events, including presentations, live music, and samples of local products.
Because continuing education and professional development hours are important parts of the utility industry, along with learning about new technologies and equipment, the show has updated its session offerings based on attendee feedback.
“The industry comes together at The Utility Expo to see and experience the latest overhead and underground infrastructure equipment at work,” noted Rozum. “Our education offerings at the show range from peer-to-peer demos to professional instruction. Whether you prefer to learn in the classroom or the driver’s seat, The Utility Expo has you covered.”
This year, The Utility Expo features a Safety Symposium with 10 sessions and two different certifications from the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA).
“The education programs ATSSA will present at The Utility Expo can help participants expand their knowledge about traffic safety while on the job,” Rozum continued. “This is a great opportunity for contractors to bring their crew to hear about emerging safety technologies or to become a traffic control technician and earn an ATSSA Flagger Certification, while also checking out the latest equipment on the show floor.”
The Utility Expo will offer more than 50 education sessions, including the following that allow participants to earn professional development hours (PDHs).
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