The International Fastener Expo is North America’s most extensive business-to-business trade show for all types of fasteners, machinery & tooling, and other industrial products. IFE is the largest fastener event In North America and caters to every level of the supply chain. Held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, the event consists of a conference program and a show floor with hundreds of exhibitors from around the world.
Each year, thousands of attendees travel to North America’s #1 trade show city, Las Vegas, Nevada to network and do business with hundreds of suppliers showcasing every type of fastener for several industries including construction, aerospace, military, electrical, and automotive. Find out more reasons why you should register to attend the next event!
Networking Opportunities
It’s all about networking. The event features many opportunities to network beyond the show floor. Take the time to check out the special events scheduled.
- IFE 2025 Golf Tournament
- Welcome Party
- Sessions on the Show Floor
- Fireside Chats
- Fastener Hall of Fame & Young Fastener Professional Award Ceremony
- Regional Networking Sessions in the Fireside Lounge
- IFE AFTER DARK Networking Event
Conference Program
The IFE conference program features a diverse lineup of keynote speakers, panelists, Fireside chats, workshops, and full-day trainings that cover a variety of topics such as growing your business, technology, outsourcing, and more. Past topics include:
- Technology Workshops
- Work-Life Balance
- Industry Standards
- Marketing Best Practices
- Advances in Artificial Intelligence
- The Future of Manufacturing
- Cyber Security
- Fastener Basics and Beyond
Show Rules
- IFE is a trade only event and not open to the general public, a person must be a qualified buyer to attend.
- Any and all ticket sales are final and non-refundable. This includes all tickets and passes of any kind, without exception. Promo codes are not valid for prior purchases.
- No strollers or wheeled bags (larger than 18″ H x 12″ W) are allowed on the show floor.
- No one under the age of 17 years of age is allowed on the show floor. No exceptions.
- Camera/video recorders are not allowed on the show floor.
- No smoking.
- Attendee hereby releases Emerald Expositions from any and all liability, claims, lawsuits, damages, losses, costs and expenses of any kind which arise out of/or result from attendee’s attendance at the event, whether or not foreseeable, including without limitation, personal injuries to exhibitor or his/her invitees.