AMT President Craig Salvalaggio will join industry leaders to share his insights on the future of industrial automation during the upcoming A3 webinar, “2026 Industrial Automation Trends: What to Expect in the Coming Year,” taking place Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST. Organized by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), the session brings together top experts to explore the latest shifts and innovations in the automation landscape.
Webinar
2026 Industrial Automation Trends: What to Expect in the Coming Year
Session: 2026 Industrial Automation Trends: What to Expect in the Coming Year
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM (EST)
Location: Register here
Event: A3 Webinar Series
Hosted by: Association for Advancing Automation (A3)
Session Overview
How has automation evolved in 2025? What emerging trends are shaping 2026—and is Industry 5.0 really here? This panel discussion highlights the technologies, companies, and ideas that are transforming the industrial automation industry.
Co-presented with Julia Astrid Riemenschneider of SCIO Automation and Stu Shepherd of Shepherd Solutions Inc.
Key Takeaways
- Discover new technologies and companies disrupting the market
- Explore A3’s top 10 list of movers and shakers in automation
- Understand the current state and future of sustainability in the industry
- Gain insight into trends beyond sustainability, including generative AI and advanced data use
- Hear a forward-looking discussion on the industry’s direction in 2026
About Craig Salvalaggio
Craig Salvalaggio, President at Applied Manufacturing Technologies
Craig Salvalaggio has served the role of President and Chief Operating Officer of AMT for the past 5 years. He leads overall operations of Applied Manufacturing Technologies along with sales, engineering, and talent management. His technical skills in automation and robotics combined with his leadership ability, led to his current role. His strategic mission is to continue driving growth and diversity of both the systems and services market segments. Craig brings over 20 years of automation experience to AMT and holds a BS in mechanical engineering from Lake Superior State University, a masters in operations management, and an MBA from Kettering University. Craig is actively involved in the Association for Advancing Automation (A3) as a board of director on the Robotics Tech Sector Board, committee member, and the Co-Chair of the Certified Integrator Committee. Craig is a regular speaker and panelist on a variety of industry association events providing technical insights into emerging technologies, culture, and talent management. Click here for more information on Craig Salvalaggio.