Are you heading to Chicago this March for ProMat 2025? Spanning 2.6 million square feet, McCormick Place in Chicago offers ample space for exploring the over 1,100 exhibitors showcasing their supply chain and warehousing solutions.
Attendees can spend the four days of the show exploring the exhibit halls to meet these various solutions providers while also taking advantage of the plethora of opportunities to expand their knowledge base by attending panels, keynote speaking sessions, and so much more.
Check out our ProMat guide, full of tips to make the most of your experience this year!
Download the ProMat App
The ProMat 2025 app serves as an invaluable tool for navigating the show. Offering a comprehensive map of the exhibit hall, a directory of exhibitors, and a schedule of events, it allows attendees to plan their day efficiently and find their way around the venue.
Familiarize Yourself with the Floor Plan
Before arriving at the event, dedicate some time to familiarize yourself with the floor plan. Understanding the layout will assist you in locating various exhibitors and devising an optimal route through the exhibit hall. Take advantage of the floor plan to enhance your ProMat experience.
Stop by the following booths to meet the Hy-Tek team and many of our robotic partners!
- Hy-Tek Intralogistics: N7333
- CASi: N7933
- Exotec: N7116
- Geek+: N7111
- Hai Robotics: N7909
- K.Hartwall: N7900
- MiR
- Movu: N7537
- TGW
- Tompkins Robotics: N7144
- Sparck: S3559
- URBX
Make a Plan for Education Sessions
When it comes to educational opportunities, ProMat organizers have densely packed the schedule with an array of seminars, panels, and keynote speeches. For even further learning, Hy-Tek has created a variety of exclusive in-booth seminars highlighting our key services & robotic partners!
Check out the full list below, and make plans to add them to your schedule:
MONDAY, MARCH 17
Warehouse Elegance Redefined: Meet Exotec’s Next Generation Skypod, 10:30-11:15 AM with Alex Swary (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and Michael Fiorito (Exotec)
Network Operational Health Check, 12:00-12:45 PM with Ray DeMelfi and Lori Gibson from Hy-Tek Intralogistics
Maximizing Operational Efficiency: How Robotics and Process Design Empower 3PL, 1:30-2:15 PM with Joe McGrath (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and Robert Schubert
Orchestrating Fulfillment: How IntraOne Unifies Automation for Scalable Growth, 3:00-3:45 PM with John Klare from Hy-Tek Intralogistics
Automation Insider ProMat Daily Show Recap, 4:00-4:30 PM with host Joe McGrath (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and guest Daniel Kelly (MiR).
TUESDAY, MARCH 18
How to Retrofit Your Warehouse for Maximum Efficiency and ROI, 10:30-11:15 AM with Joe McGrath (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and Matt Kelly (Hai Robotics)
Smart Warehousing & Automation for Microsoft Dynamics, 12:00-12:45 PM with Drew Kidd from Hy-Tek Intralogistics
Automation Reimagined: Beverage Distribution, 1:30-2:15 PM with Zac Boehm from Hy-Tek Intralogistics
Warehouse Elegance Redefined: Meet Exotec’s Next Generation Skypod, 10:30-11:15 AM with Derek Miller (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and Michael Fiorito (Exotec)
Automation Insider ProMat Daily Show Recap, 4:00-4:30 PM with host Joe McGrath (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and guests Lincoln Cavelieri and Lincoln Sise from URBX
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19
5 Benefits of Adding Automation to Your Warehouse, 10:30-11:00 AM with Jesse Lockwood (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and Anthony Magazu (K.Hartwall)
Are You Getting Enough R&R? Learn How Robotic Sortation is Reducing Errors in Healthcare Logistics, 1:30-2:15 PM with Josh Duane (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and Thompson Brockman (Tompkins Robotics)
Automation Insider ProMat Daily Show Recap, 4:00-4:30 PM with host Joe McGrath (Hy-Tek Intralogistics) and guest Marco Randazzo (TGW Group)
THURSDAY, MARCH 20
Automation Insider ProMat Daily Show Recap, 12:00-12:30 PM with host Joe McGrath (Hy-Tek Intralogistics)
ProMat- After Hours
Like the jam-packed opportunities available to you during the daytime, there are no shortage of evening events to continue networking and having fun. From MHI sponsored events, to cocktail hours & dinners put on by exhibitors, your nights can be full of just as much fun and learning!
- AloHy & AloHai with Hy-Tek Intralogistics and Hai Robotics on Tuesday, March 18th from 6:00-9:00 PM. Request your invite here!
- MHI Industry Night with Jay Pharoah on Wednesday, March 19th from 4:30-7:00 PM.
- MHI Young Professionals Networking Event on Monday, March 17th from 6:30-8:30 PM.
Stay Comfortable
With such long days and a huge floor plan to walk, be sure to stay hydrated and wear comfortable shoes! You can also break up your day by setting up meetings with customers, partners, and potential vendors.
Interested in booking a meeting with Hy-Tek during the show? Request a meeting with us using this link!
Collect Information & Follow Up
Bring along a notebook or use the event app to take notes and collect information about exhibitors, products, and sessions of interest. This will help you remember key takeaways and follow up after the event.
After the event, follow up with connections you made and exhibitors you met. Send personalized emails or LinkedIn messages to continue the conversation and explore potential opportunities for collaboration or partnership.
Are You Ready for ProMat 2025?
By following these tips, you can navigate the ProMat trade show effectively and make the most of your experience! Be sure to stop by Hy-Tek’s booth, N7333, to meet the team and learn more about how our team of experts can help automate, innovate, and transform your business.
