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The Manufacturing Exchange – Rochester – The Art of Precision Manufacturing

The Manufacturing Exchange Rochester reimagines what a manufacturing event can be. Hosted inside an unexpected art venue, this immersive experience presents high-precision manufacturing as crafted work with intricate components from Fathom’s Newcut and Incodema teams. They’ll be displayed gallery-style, inviting close examination of precision at a human scale. The event also features a live recording of the Manufacturing Happy Hour podcast, hosted by Chris Luecke, exploring where automation ends and human judgment still matters. Part exhibition, part conversation, The Manufacturing Exchange brings engineers and manufacturing leaders together for a fresh perspective on craft, constraints, and complex parts in a setting designed to surprise.
27 Apr 2026
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