2025 Okuma Machine & Automation Fair
Join us for the 2025 Okuma Machine & Automation Fair - Charlotte
Highlights of the event include:
- A variety of machines on display
- Automation systems
- Demos on every machine
- Partner technologies
- Technical experts
- Presentations
- Facility tours
- Giveaways
- Lunch & refreshments
Date: December 9-10, 2025 | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM both days
Venue: Okuma Headquarters
Location: Charlotte, NC
Introducing Okuma Factory Automation
Technology on display:
- Okuma Mobile Robot (OMR)
- Okuma Gantry Loaders (OGL)
- Bar Feeder w/ NC Unloader
- Tower APC
- Automatic Workpiece Changer
- Okuma Robot Loaders (ORL)
- smarTwinCELL
- Okuma 6-APC
- Quick Change Pallet
Day One Schedule
December 9
The Automation Impact: Strategies & Real World Solutions
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: OFA / PIT
Presenter: Simon Schneider, Director, Okuma Factory Automation
What You'll Learn:
Discover how Okuma Factory Automation is driving measurable success through automation. This session highlights real-world case studies that showcase increased productivity, improved efficiency, and higher profitability through strategic automation implementation. Attendees will gain practical insights they can apply in their own shops to streamline operations and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.
Real Results: Okuma Factory Automation in Action
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: OFA / PIT
Featuring: BO / GAR Enterprises
What You'll Learn:
Hear directly from an Okuma FA customer about integrating automation and the performance gains achieved with support from Okuma and local distributor Hartwig.
Tools To Optimize Your Shop’s Workflows and Production Levels
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: OAC
Presenter: NC / SC Manufacturing Extension Partnership
What You'll Learn:
Representatives from the NC/SC Manufacturing Extension Programs (MEP) will demonstrate how innovative technologies can transform shop performance. Learn how Matterport 3D mapping technology can be used to visualize your workspace, optimize equipment placement, and identify bottlenecks before they impact production. This interactive discussion will show how a data-driven approach to layout and process improvement can reduce work-in-process (WIP), enhance flow, and increase profitability.
Leveraging Social Media To Promote Your Business
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: OFA / PIT
Presenter: Meredith Dean, Branding Expert
What You'll Learn:
Join marketing and branding expert, Meredith Dean, for an energetic session on how to use the power of your iPhone to grow your business. Learn simple, effective ways to create authentic social media content that connects with customers, showcases your shop’s capabilities, and drives sales. You’ll leave with practical tools and creative ideas to boost your online visibility — no marketing degree required.
Game Changing AI Applications for Manufacturing Processes
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Umair Riyas, NexGenSolutions
What You'll Learn:
AI-driven programming tools are reshaping what’s possible in modern manufacturing. A CloudNC/CamAssist expert will demonstrate how its solutions integrate seamlessly with existing CAM systems to dramatically accelerate programming time and consistency. In one real-world example, an operation that once took two hours to program was completed in just five minutes. Discover how AI can empower your team, reduce setup times, and open the door to a new era of precision and productivity.
Maximize Your Investment With a Preventive Maintenance Strategy
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Mike Hampton, Okuma Director of Field Service
What You'll Learn:
Join Okuma's Mike Hampton as he explores how a strong preventive maintenance (PM) program directly contributes to higher uptime and profitability. Through compelling case studies and real customer data, attendees will see how proactive maintenance practices protect machine investments and improve performance.
Bridging the Gap: Connecting America's Manufacturers to the Defense Industrial Base
Time: 2:30 PM
Location: OFA/ PIT
Presenter: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
What You'll Learn:
Representatives from Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Manufacturing Demonstration Facility Group will share valuable insights into the defense industry’s current needs, future demand, and growth opportunities for manufacturers. This session will guide shops on how to successfully engage in the defense sector while meeting critical security and compliance standards. Learn why CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) and CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) requirements matter—and how your shop can begin working toward compliance to open new doors for business.
Hand Scraping Demo
Time: All Day
Location: OAC
Presenter: Robbie Williams, Okuma Applications Engineer
What You'll Experience:
Hand Scraping is a crucial component of the craftmanship that goes into every Okuma machine tool. See this process in action by Robbie Williams, from Okuma's Application Engineering team, and take advantage of this special opportunity to try it yourself.
In Depth Look at the MCR-A5CII
Time: 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Matt Aubele, Product Specialist, Double Columns
What You'll Learn:
For nearly 60 years, Okuma has led the world in double column machining technology. Discover how the innovation behind these large machines shapes the performance and quality of every product we build.
Day Two Schedule
December 10
The Automation Impact: Strategies & Real World Solutions
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: OFA / PIT
Presenter: Simon Schneider, Director, Okuma Factory Automation
What You'll Learn:
Discover how Okuma Factory Automation is driving measurable success through automation. This session highlights real-world case studies that showcase increased productivity, improved efficiency, and higher profitability through strategic automation implementation. Attendees will gain practical insights they can apply in their own shops to streamline operations and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.
Real Results: Okuma Factory Automation in Action
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: OFA / PIT
Featuring: Youngers & Sons
What You'll Learn:
Hear directly from an Okuma FA customer about integrating automation and the performance gains achieved with support from Okuma and local distributor Hartwig.
Tools To Optimize Your Shop’s Workflows and Production Levels
Time: 2:30 PM
Location: OFA / PIT
Presenter: NC / SC Manufacturing Extension Partnership
What You'll Learn:
Representatives from the NC/SC Manufacturing Extension Programs (MEP) will demonstrate how innovative technologies can transform shop performance. Learn how Matterport 3D mapping technology can be used to visualize your workspace, optimize equipment placement, and identify bottlenecks before they impact production. This interactive discussion will show how a data-driven approach to layout and process improvement can reduce work-in-process (WIP), enhance flow, and increase profitability.
Leveraging Social Media To Promote Your Business
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Meredith Dean, Branding Expert
What You'll Learn:
Join marketing and branding expert, Meredith Dean, for an energetic session on how to use the power of your iPhone to grow your business. Learn simple, effective ways to create authentic social media content that connects with customers, showcases your shop’s capabilities, and drives sales. You’ll leave with practical tools and creative ideas to boost your online visibility — no marketing degree required.
Game Changing AI Applications for Manufacturing Processes
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: OFA / PIT
Presenter: Umair Riyas, NexGenSolutions
What You'll Learn:
AI-driven programming tools are reshaping what’s possible in modern manufacturing. A CloudNC/CamAssist expert will demonstrate how its solutions integrate seamlessly with existing CAM systems to dramatically accelerate programming time and consistency. In one real-world example, an operation that once took two hours to program was completed in just five minutes. Discover how AI can empower your team, reduce setup times, and open the door to a new era of precision and productivity.
Maximize Your Investment With a Preventive Maintenance Strategy
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Mike Hampton, Okuma Director of Field Service
What You'll Learn:
Join Okuma's Mike Hampton as he explores how a strong preventive maintenance (PM) program directly contributes to higher uptime and profitability. Through compelling case studies and real customer data, attendees will see how proactive maintenance practices protect machine investments and improve performance.
Bridging the Gap: Connecting America's Manufacturers to the Defense Industrial Base
Time: 11:00 AM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
What You'll Learn:
Representatives from Oak Ridge National Laboratory's Manufacturing Demonstration Facility Group will share valuable insights into the defense industry’s current needs, future demand, and growth opportunities for manufacturers. This session will guide shops on how to successfully engage in the defense sector while meeting critical security and compliance standards. Learn why CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) and CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) requirements matter—and how your shop can begin working toward compliance to open new doors for business.
Hand Scraping Demo
Time: All Day
Location: OAC
Presenter: Robbie Williams, Okuma Applications Engineer
What You'll Experience:
Hand Scraping is a crucial component of the craftmanship that goes into every Okuma machine tool. See this process in action by Robbie Williams, from Okuma's Application Engineering team, and take advantage of this special opportunity to try it yourself.
In Depth Look at the MCR-A5CII
Time: 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM
Location: OAC
Presenter: Matt Aubele, Product Specialist, Double Columns
What You'll Learn:
For nearly 60 years, Okuma has led the world in double column machining technology. Discover how the innovation behind these large machines shapes the performance and quality of every product we build.
Over 20+ Machines on Display
Lathes
- GENOS L2000-e, Horizontal Lathe
- LB2000 EX III, Horizontal Lathe with Milling, Y-Axis, Sub-spindle
- GENOS L3000-e, Horizontal Lathe with Okuma Gantry Loader
- (3) LB3000 EX III, Horizontal Lathe
- Milling, Y-axis, Okuma Robot Loader (ORL)
- SmarTwin Cell
- C1000 - CAPTO Turret
- LB4000 EX III, Horizontal Lathe with Milling, Y-Axis, Sub-spindle
- LU3000 EX, 4-Axis Horizontal Lathe with Okuma Gantry Loader
- LU4000 EX, 4-Axis Horizontal Lathe with Milling and Y-Axis
Multitasking Machines
- LT2000 EX, 3 Turret Horizontal Lathe with Milling, Y-Axis, Bar feeder
- MULTUS B300II, Multitasking Lathe
- MULTUS U3000, Multitasking Lathe
- 2SP-2500H, Front-Facing Twin-Spindle Lathe with Light Curtain
- V920EX, Vertical Machining Center with Milling featuring Okuma Robot Loader (ORL)
Machining Centers
- MA-4000H, Horizontal Machining Center with Tower APC Display
- MB-5000HII, Horizontal Machining Center with Okuma Factory Automation APC
- MB-46V II, Vertical Machining Center with Okuma Mobile Robot (OMR)
- GENOS M660-V, Vertical Machining Center, 15K High Precision
- GENOS M560-V, Vertical Machining Center
- Skeleton machine
5-Axis Machining Centers
- GENOS M460V-5AX, Vertical Machining Center with ORL-MC Pallet
- GENOS M560V-5AX, Vertical Machining Center with Quick Change Pallet
- MU-8000V, Vertical Machining Center
- MU-4000V, Vertical Machining Center with Automatic Workpiece Changer
Double Columns
- MCR-A5CII, Double Column Machining Center with Full Enclosure
The following hotels are conveniently located near the Okuma Headquarters campus.
Hilton Garden Inn – Ayrsley
Address: 1920 Ayrsley Town Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273
Phone: (704) 970-5000
Embassy Suites by Hilton
Address: 1917 Ayrsley Town Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273
Phone: (704) 970-5400
Courtyard By Marriott
Address: 8536 Outlets Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28278
Phone: (704) 626-2500
Hampton Inn & Suites
Address: 6220 Caden Rd, Charlotte, NC 28278
Phone: (704) 919-1800
*Please note that these hotels have no specific room blocks for the event or special Okuma rates.
Free parking is available at Okuma America Corporation Headquarters and at the Okuma Factory Automation facility (formerly known as Partners in Technology).
Complimentary shuttles will be running continuously throughout the event between Okuma America Corporation Headquarters and the Okuma Factory Automation facility (formerly known as Partners in Technology).
Visitors will need to check-in for the event at the lobby of Okuma America Corporation Headquarters when they first arrive. If parking is too limited at the Headquarters building, then visitors may park at the Okuma Factory Automation facility (formerly known as Partners in Technology), and then ride a shuttle to the Headquarters building. Walk-in visitors are welcome, though we highly recommend registering in advance so your entrance into the event is not delayed.
Complimentary lunch will be provided at Okuma America Corporation Headquarters during the event, and refreshments will be available there and at the Okuma Factory Automation facility (formerly known as Partners in Technology).