The Ultimate Conexpo 2026 Planner: 41 Booths You Need to Visit and What to See in Each One

Conexpo feels like a city built from booths, iron, and elaborate displays. Concrete and carpeted avenues are full of equipment pros and machine heads, chasing what’s new, what looks cool. But fleet managers? They seek something similar but with more efficiency. Uptime, fuel burn, location management, these are just as important at Conexpo as on the jobsite. The show floor is loud, crowded, and packed with shiny distractions. The smart move is a plan. Below are booth previews for 41 manufacturers and brands worth your steps. Each stop includes a quick callout with booth, hall, and the coolest machine or tech to hunt down. We’ve organized the list by sections of the tradeshow grounds, from Festival to South Hall, so you can move with purpose instead of wandering. Let’s start with the....

Festival Grounds 

The Festival Grounds is the ultimate outdoor area. It delivers live demos, stadium-like booths, and even earthmoving machinery in action. You can watch equipment operate, compare setups side by side, and talk through real jobsite scenarios with engineers and product managers. Operators will probably love the Festival lot the best. Fleet managers will value seeing how the equipment actually performs outside a spec sheet.

Caterpillar

Caterpillar will run Conexpo like it runs dealer networks: big, layered, and built for every job type. The main Festival Grounds exhibit will feature Operator Stadium and the Global Operator Challenge finals. That draws crowds, but it also showcases real operator skills and real equipment operation in action. Caterpillar will also split its show footprint by focus. The West Hall booth will center on compact equipment. The South Hall booth will feature Cat Industrial Power Systems engines. Tech will dominate the conversation. Caterpillar plans to spotlight VisionLink features for fleet management, productivity, and safety. The Cat Command portfolio will also appear, spanning remote control, semi-autonomy, and autonomy. Cat Detect Collision Mitigation will get both demo time and hands-on experiences. Iron-wise, Caterpillar plans to show more than 30 machines outdoors, including the Cat 319 small hydraulic excavator. The company will also preview future motor grader designs, including joystick control options, plus a high drive electric drive medium dozer concept. So much! 

Location: Booth F29929, Festival Grounds (also W40416 West Hall, S80229 South Hall)

Coolest machine/tech: Cat Detect Collision Mitigation and Cat Command

Liebherr

Liebherr returns to Conexpo with one of the largest footprints on the show floor. The theme is “Hands on the future,” and the company backs that up with more than 30 machines, daily live demos, and a dedicated digital technology pavilion. The Festival Grounds booth showcases earthmoving, material handling, cranes, and concrete tech. Expect the TA 230 articulated dump truck running live, Generation 8 crawler dozers like the PR 716, the R 945 crawler excavator for quarry work, and the L 546 wheel loader equipped with active personnel detection and Skyview 360 cameras. Electrification also shows up in machines like the LH 60 M Industry E material handler. Inside the tech pavilion, Liebherr highlights MyLiebherr fleet management, Crane Planner 2.0 for 3D lift planning, and operator simulators focused on safer training. Across the lot in the Platinum area, deep foundation equipment takes center stage. The LRB 19 piling and drilling rig, LB 35.1 drilling rig, and THS 110 D-K crawler concrete pump support specialized applications.

Location: Booth F35055, Festival Grounds and P7761, Platinum Lot

Coolest machine/tech: TA 230 articulated dump truck in live demo operation

Link-Belt Excavators

Link-Belt Excavators rolls into Conexpo with new iron and sharper tech. The company will debut the 245 X4S and 80 X4 excavators, both aimed at better fuel efficiency, improved operator comfort, and smarter onboard systems. A dedicated technology zone will spotlight connectivity, AI, and training tools. Two simulators give attendees hands-on time with machine operation and emerging jobsite workflows. Link-Belt also expands its Precision Grade 3D platform with factory-ready support for Trimble and Topcon systems. That flexibility simplifies installs and protects your grade control investment. The booth also hosts the Excavator Showdown on a 220 X4S and the Pink-Belt 145 X4 charity auction benefiting breast cancer awareness. Fleet takeaway: new excavators, factory-integrated 3D grade options, and a focus on operator skill development.

Location: Booth F35043, Festival Grounds

Coolest machine/tech: 245 X4S with expanded Precision Grade 3D compatibility

New Holland Construction 

New Holland Construction will run one of the busiest booths on the grounds. Yes, the brand will bring back the tattoo parlor. It’s loud, and it’s sure to leave a mark. It also pulls traffic, which matters if you want to talk with the product team. New Holland Construction plans to debut five new D-Series mini excavator models. The brand will also display two new electric machines — the E25X electric mini excavator and the C314X electric compact track loader. The booth will highlight recent compact launches like the E42D and E50D mini excavators and the W100D compact wheel loader. Electrification will get real space. The tech angle: myNewHollandConstruction telematics and a Marketplace platform demo. It promises visibility into utilization, location, and costs. Go ask how it handles mixed fleets and data exports.

Location: Booth F29055, Festival Grounds

Coolest machine/tech: Tattoos and myNewHollandConstruction telematics ecosystem

Manitou

Manitou’s booth will be full of interesting solutions for the construction industry — from a variety of compact and articulated loaders to telehandlers and MEWPs, forklifts, and more. You’ll be sure to find a machine to help you with your demanding material handling, lifting, and earthmoving needs. The company makes everything from telehandlers to skid steers in 2026. Manitou is also a leader when it comes to alt propulsion like electric and hydrogen. If you're facing complex construction challenges, Manitou experts will be on hand to answer questions and offer suggestions to help keep you up and running on the jobsite. 

Location: Booth F42042, Festival Lot

Coolest machine/tech: Manitou’s newish large frame skid steers and compact track loaders.

Kioti

Kioti Tractor makes its first Conexpo appearance. The brand will exhibit indoors and outdoors. Expect walk-arounds in West Hall and live demos in the Festival Grounds. Featured machines include the TL750 compact track loader and SL750 skid steer loader. Both entered the market in 2023 and represent Kioti’s push into compact construction. The company is teasing a brand-new compact construction product debuting at the show. Details remain tight, but the move signals expansion beyond agriculture roots. For fleet managers, the real story is dealer support and parts infrastructure. Kioti wants to prove it can back construction fleets with the same consistency it built in ag. If you’re evaluating compact fleet diversification, this booth deserves a look.

Location: Booth W43545, West Hall, and F26014, Festival Grounds

Coolest machine/tech: New compact construction product debut

Volvo Construction Equipment

Volvo Construction Equipment is bringing one of the biggest launches in its history to Conexpo. The 55,000-square-foot Festival Grounds booth packs nearly 20 machines, including 14 new or first-look models. Expect new-generation excavators, articulated dump trucks, wheel loaders, compact and wheeled excavators, plus the show debut of the A60 articulated hauler and R70 rigid haul truck. Volvo will also showcase electric excavators alongside internal combustion models in a live operating pit. Beyond iron, the booth leans into machine control, site solutions, and advanced telematics. Attendees can walk through replica site offices to see how connected fleets operate in real time. Simulators, service stations, and more than 100 product experts round out the experience. 

Location: Booth F24029, Festival Grounds

Coolest machine/tech: A60 articulated hauler show debut

Develon

Develon heads back to Conexpo with a full-court press in the dirt. The brand will help anchor the Festival Grounds with next-generation excavators, plus articulated dump trucks, dozers, wheel loaders, minis, and compact track loaders. Expect new productivity, safety, and uptime-focused features across the lineup. Live demos will run throughout the week with an excavator, dozer, and wheel loader. That’s real iron under load, not static posing. The compact equipment experience area lets attendees run a mini excavator and CTL in interactive challenges. Develon is also spotlighting Transparent Bucket, Smart X-Care service, My Develon fleet management, and Concept-X2 autonomy tech. Mixed reality guidance and VR simulators round out the tech push. If you want hands-on seat time and a look at where Develon is steering its next generation, this is your outdoor stop.

Location: Booth F32054, Festival Grounds

Coolest machine/tech: Next-generation excavators with Transparent Bucket technology

DICA

DICA built its name under outriggers. Now it’s moving across the whole jobsite. The company rolls out a full engineered ground protection line: Ranger HD, Defender MD, and Titan mats. The strategy is simple. Match the mat to the load, the soil, and the duration. Ranger HD targets temporary installs. Each mat measures 95 x 47.25 inches, weighs 80 pounds, and crews can move it by hand. Elongated connector slots manage thermal expansion. That solves a real-world headache on long runs. Defender MD bridges into heavier equipment. Overlapping flanges transfer load and form a unified platform. Two-person crews can install roughly 90-pound mats quickly. Titan mats handle the big stuff. At 6 foot, 7 inch x 13 foot, 4 inch with a 1.5-inch core, they support cranes, pump trucks, and long-term access roads. Integrated lift points speed placement. 

Location: Booth F42066, Festival Grounds

Coolest machine/tech: Titan mat system for crane and heavy equipment support

West Hall and Diamond Lot

The West Hall is the epicenter of earthmoving and machine control. Excavators, dozers, graders, and compact equipment anchor the floor, surrounded by geospatial tech, grade control, and workflow platforms. Owners and fleet managers visit to see how iron and intelligence now work as one system. The Diamond Lot is just outside, right next to the West Hall. 

Komatsu

Komatsu is pushing “Connected Performance.” New iron includes the PC220LCi-12 excavator and PC365LC-11 multifunction machine. Expect refined comfort and integrated tech. Wheel loaders like the WA485-11 feature the Komatsu Hydraulic Mechanical Transmission for fuel efficiency and cycle speed. Two next-gen dozers add advanced steering systems. Haul truck updates include the HD605-10 with Smart Quarry integrations. An all-new articulated truck will debut at the high end of payload classes. The message is clear. Machines deliver more value when tied into Komatsu’s digital ecosystem. If you manage quarries, mining, or large earthmoving fleets, this is a must-stop.

Location: Booth W41945, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Smart Quarry Autonomous integrations

Case Construction Equipment 

Case Construction Equipment is filling 40,000 square feet with over 40 machines. Electric grabs attention. The new TL100EV electric mini track loader targets indoor and low-noise sites. The 580EV electric backhoe returns as proof Case is serious about zero-emissions jobs. Excavators get deeper updates. New 3-ton minis, the CX70E midi, and short-radius E Series models add payload weighing, dynamic stability assist, and refined controls. The N Series dozers preview upgraded visibility, touchscreen controls, and integrated machine control. Case also leans hard into myCaseConstruction for fleet data, service records, and connectivity. If you run municipal, rental, or utility fleets, this booth rewards time.

Location: Booth W40701, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: TL100EV electric mini track loader

Kubota Tractor Corporation

Kubota’s West Hall booth will feature a wide range of compact construction equipment, including compact track loaders, skid steers, stand-on loaders, compact excavators, and utility vehicles. Machines on display will span the compact excavator lineup from the U17-5 through the KX040-5 and larger models, alongside compact track loaders, including the recently introduced SVL65-2s, as well as the SCL1000 stand-on loader and RTV-X Long Bed utility vehicle. The booth reflects Kubota’s continued presence across core compact jobsite segments. Kubota will also use the show to introduce a new addition to its construction equipment portfolio. On Tuesday afternoon, Kyle Stumpenhorst of RR Buildings will appear in the booth from 2:00-3:30 p.m. The builder and longtime Kubota owner documents real-world projects across social media. 

Location: Booth W40464, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Exciting new equipment debut

Topcon

Topcon Position Systems will introduce new technologies at Conexpo, expanding its machine control and geomatics portfolios. Included among the launches will be new machine control functionalities for excavators; a next-generation robotic total station designed for local positioning system (LPS) machine control in environments with limited satellite visibility — particularly valuable for precision-intensive applications such as paving; and a new 3D-MC environment configuration engineered to focus directly on a machine’s cutting edge for enhanced accuracy and responsiveness. In addition to the machine control centric solutions, new geomatics solutions will be debuted including the latest addition to the Topcon Capture Reality portfolio — the CR-S1, a handheld scanning system that combines LiDAR, panoramic cameras, visual SLAM cameras, and a GNSS antenna in a single device. The CR-S1 utilizes Topcon’s Collage mass-data software ecosystem central to a connected workflow.  

Location: W42921, West Hall 
Coolest machine/tech: Topcon’s Capture Reality portfolio

Takeuchi

Takeuchi plans to mix heritage, new iron, and concept tech in one booth. The main new machine is the TB3150R compact excavator debut. It will sit at the center of the display. The booth also includes an “Innovation Area” with two concept machines. Takeuchi says it will unveil them at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 3. If you like future-gazing, set a reminder. Takeuchi will also display the original TL10 compact track loader model as part of a 40-year CTL milestone. That’s a fun nod to category history. The smart part of this booth is programming. “Takeuchi Live” runs short sessions multiple times per day. The topics include future development, real job stories, and brand milestones. The company also mentions remote operation tech tied to its electric excavator work.

Location: Booth W43721, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Two concept machines unveiled March 3

Bobcat

Bobcat Co. is going big on AI, autonomy, and compact iron. The headline concept is RogueX3, a fully electric, autonomous loader with modular configurations. Production machines also highlight the expansive booth. The new PA460V portable compressor delivers 460 to 400 cfm at 100 to 150 psi. The E20 compact excavator updates zero tail swing performance. The MT120 mini track loader now integrates Machine IQ telematics. A cool tech called Jobsite Companion adds voice-activated automation for more than 50 functions. Service.AI targets faster diagnostics at the dealer level. Fleet takeaway: Bobcat wants to simplify compact equipment ownership with integrated tech instead of bolt-on systems.

Location: Booth W40745, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: RogueX3 electric autonomous concept loader

Prinoth

Prinoth wants to solve the thing operators can’t see. The big reveal is PrinothView, a hazard detection system designed to spot objects hidden under vegetation. Think rocks, metal debris, and utility fixtures. That stuff destroys rotors, teeth, and schedules. Prinoth says the system avoids some limitations that LiDAR can face in heavy vegetation and dusty environments. The company plans live demos at the booth. The booth will also include the Raptor 60, a remote-controlled tracked carrier designed for steep terrain. Prinoth says it can work slopes up to 55 degrees. Remote operation keeps operators away from rollover risk and flying debris. Prinoth also adds a new compact excavator mulcher, the Grizzly M300e, aimed at 1.5- to 4-ton excavators. 

Location: Booth W43845, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: PrinothView hazard detection through vegetation

Philippi-Hagenbuch

If your haul trucks spill, stick, or choke on dust, start here. The Philippi-Hagenbuch booth will focus on haul-truck productivity upgrades and dust control. That mix matters in aggregates, mining, and big earthmoving. Expect tailgates and sideboards that help you carry more per trip. Expect ejector-style solutions that tackle carryback. Carryback steals payload and adds cleanup time. It also beats up beds and liners. Philippi-Hagenbuch also plans to spotlight water-sprayer systems and water tanks aimed at silica dust reduction. The best “bring it back to the shop” moment might be the education session on water tank usage (1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 5). 

Location: Booth W42644, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: HiVol water tanks and dust-control focus

Gradall

Gradall Industries unveils the new XE 4100 excavator with a clear target: government and municipal budgets. The XE 4100 6x4 trims about 4,000 pounds compared to the XL 4100 Series V, landing at 45,900 pounds. It keeps a 27-foot boom reach and 20-foot dig depth. The telescoping boom rotates 220 degrees and works without outriggers. That’s versatility in tight right-of-way work. A new remote repositioning system allows movement from either cab. The machine can travel up to 60 mph on the highway, eliminating the need for a lowboy in many cases. Under the hood: a Volvo engine, Bosch Rexroth high-pressure hydraulics, and electric joystick controls with Gradall, Deere, or SAE patterns. For fleets, the appeal is mobility, multi-role capability, and tariff-free U.S. manufacturing.

Location: Booth W41901, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: XE 4100 telescoping boom excavator with highway travel capability

Ignite Attachments

Ignite Attachments is selling both attachments and a frictionless buying experience. The pitch is digital-first attachment purchasing. Clear pricing. Real-time inventory. Direct-to-customer delivery. The Fit Finder tool takes center stage. It cross-references thousands of equipment specs to confirm compatibility before you buy. That reduces return headaches and downtime. Ignite has expanded beyond attachment too. At Conexpo, the brand will be pushing consumables: tracks, solid tires, wafer brushes, grease, and fluids. For fleet managers, that centralizes spend and simplifies replenishment. If you oversee compact fleets across branches, ask how the platform integrates with your procurement systems.

Location: Booth W41445, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Fit Finder compatibility tool

Vacall (Gradall Industries)

Vacall will introduce the compact AllExcavate 35 at Conexpo, aimed at municipalities and contractors. The pitch is simple: a smaller unit that still works hard and doesn’t demand a CDL. The AE 35 uses a fully galvanized 3.5-cubic-yard debris body. Galvanizing helps resist corrosion and abrasion over years of wet spoil, salts, and rough dumping. The unit includes a 500-gallon water tank mounted behind the cab. That placement helps weight balance and stability. It also keeps the footprint compact for tight streets, alleys, and easements. Power comes from a blower setup rated at 2,200 cfm at 15 inches of vacuum, with higher free-air numbers listed, too. Water flow ranges to 10 gpm at 3,000 psi via a triplex pump. Controls aim for simple, intuitive operation.

Location: Booth W41901, West Hall

Coolest machine/tech: AllExcavate 35 with galvanized debris body

Hexagon Xwatch and RodRadar

Xwatch Safety Solutions, part of Hexagon AB, has teamed with RodRadar to tackle one of construction’s most expensive risks: utility strikes. RodRadar’s Live Dig Radar embeds ground-penetrating radar inside the excavator bucket to detect utilities in real time during excavation. When paired with Xwatch’s safety-grade hydraulic control, the system can automatically stop bucket movement before impact. Operators retain override authority. Think of it as emergency braking for excavation. With hundreds of thousands of strikes annually in the U.S., the business case is clear: fewer hits, fewer shutdowns, fewer lawsuits. This sounds like cool tech.

Location: Booth D1127, Diamond Lot

Coolest machine/tech: Stop-Before-Strike automatic bucket-stop integration

North Hall, Central Hall, and Silver Lot

The Silver Lot and North Hall work as a complete loop for contractors who think beyond a single machine. Start outside in the Silver Lot with full-scale aggregate, asphalt, and concrete production equipment running at size. Then move inside to the North Hall, where software, safety systems, components, and business tools connect that iron to the office.

John Deere

The John Deere outdoor booth will be filled with new machinery. The company enters a new era with P-Tier excavators and expanded safety tech. The 210, 230, and 260 P-Tier excavator models bring increased dig force, refined hydraulics, and a redesigned cab with a 12.8-inch display. Remote Display Access and Remote Display Control support faster troubleshooting. SmartDetect Assist takes object detection further. On select utility loaders, the system can slow or stop the machine before impact. That’s active intervention, not just alerts. Motor graders get next-generation SmartGrade with flexible 2D and 3D options and upgraded cab comfort. Fleet impact: tighter integration between iron, grade control, safety systems, and the Operations Center. You could probably spend a day in this booth. 

Location: Booth SV2415, Silver Lot

Coolest machine/tech: SmartDetect Assist automatic slow/stop system

Ammann

Ammann will cover the asphalt workflow from the ground up. The booth spans light compaction, heavy rollers, pavers, and asphalt plants. If you run paving crews, you can map half your season in one stop. On light compaction, look for the new ATR rammers and an ARW 65 S walk-behind roller. Ammann says the ARW’s pivoting mechanism supports lateral movement. That could reduce operator fatigue on tight patches. Ammann will also show APA add-on compactors designed for trenches and slopes. On heavy compaction, the ARS 70 single drum roller highlights fuel and fluid reduction claims under Ammann’s ECOdrop initiative. The ARR 1575-2 trench roller will also appear, with Ammann’s ACE compaction technology options. Ammann also leans on ACEforce for heavy compaction measurement and documentation. Plants matter, too. Ammann will spotlight high RAP capabilities, including an HRT batch plant concept that targets very high RAP rates.

Location: Booth 2467, Silver Lot

Coolest machine/tech: ACEforce compaction tech with documentation

Genie

Genie marks its 60th anniversary at Conexpo with a focus on practical accessories that improve safety and extend fleet value. You’ll find Genie inside the Terex Corporation booth in the Silver Lot. The spotlight is on new Lift Guard Zone Lighting and the Lift Tools Integrated Access Deck, both shown on a GS-1932m micro scissor lift. Zone Lighting projects red boundary lines around the machine to increase awareness in busy warehouses and data centers. The Integrated Access Deck adds 10.5 inches of reach and creates a 360-degree protective halo for overhead work. Genie will also show Lift Guard Lanyard Alert Advanced on the S-85 XC FE hybrid boom. If the lanyard isn’t clipped in, the lift won’t move. Simple. Effective. 

Location: Booth SV2357, Silver Lot (inside Terex booth)

Coolest machine/tech: Lift Guard Lanyard Alert Advanced on the S-85 XC FE

McCloskey Environmental

McCloskey Environmental will showcase its 620 Trommel, designed for recycling and organics processing. The company frames the machine around uptime, safety, and ease of maintenance. That’s exactly what operators ask for when they aren’t being polite. The 620 Trommel targets throughput with a heavy-duty drum design and efficient material flow. The standout detail is engine accessibility. McCloskey says it designed access to speed daily checks and servicing. McCloskey will also host a daily “Green Hour” at 3:00 p.m. The theme is “Things Operators Care About.” Expect discussions on access, maintenance efficiency, and long-term reliability. If you run recycling yards, ask about wear parts, drum options, and service intervals. Then ask for real-world numbers.

Location: Booth SV2001, Silver Lot

Coolest machine/tech: 620 Trommel with operator-first service access

Rubble Master

Rubble Master launches the RM 90X and RM 100X impact crushers in North America. Both machines build on proven platforms but add heavier-duty rotors and digital tools. The RM 90X delivers 25 pecent more rotor inertia. The RM 100X adds 17 percent more. That translates to steadier speed, more consistent product, and less wear. A new 12-inch display introduces Setup Advisor, self-guided troubleshooting, and advanced service tools. Lean crews benefit most. Less guessing. Fewer phone calls. The RM XSMART app connects operators to machine data on-site. Optional belt scales can be zeroed and calibrated from the cab. Warranty coverage includes five years or 5,000 hours on main components. If you crush with small crews, this is about uptime and predictable tons per hour.

Location: Booth SV2000, Silver lot

Coolest machine/tech: RM 100X with upgraded heavy-duty rotor

Wirtgen Group and John Deere Operations Center

Wirtgen Group teams with John Deere for a digital-heavy exhibit. Expect Dash 5 pavers from Vögele, WR X-Tier recyclers from Wirtgen, Smart Compact Pro rollers from Hamm, and the MSS 1102 PRO scalper from Kleemann. Smart Compact Pro now integrates real-time asphalt density into compaction automation. That directly impacts quality control and penalty risk. The John Deere Operations Center sits at the core of the booth, tying performance tracking across milling, paving, compacting, crushing, and stabilizing. If you manage roadbuilding crews, this booth shows where automation and documentation are heading.

Location: Booth SV2415, Silver Lot

Coolest machine/tech: Smart Compact Pro with real-time density control

Tenna

Tenna is building a North Hall hub for fleet intelligence. The company will debut a brand-new software product line adding a financial layer of intelligence over operational data and are introducing their new heavy equipment 360 AI camera . The booth will run 10 live demo stations. Core fleet tracking, preventive maintenance, work orders, cost coding, inspections, driver scorecards, dispatch boards, and resource management all get hands-on walkthroughs. Hardware on display includes BLE Beacon Steel Pucks and new 360 AI dash cameras installed on in-booth assets, as well as kiosks with all Tenna tracking devices. Data flows from the field to the shop to the office in real time. Tenna executives will also speak across the show, including our Construction Equipment panel session at 10:30 am Thursday (our booth GL20803 in the Grand Lobby). Fleet manager’s takeaway: this booth is a must stop for learning about tighter asset visibility, stronger safety oversight, and connected operations.

Callout: Booth N11527, North Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Heavy Equipment 360 AI camera; new software module intertwining telematics and financials

CM Labs Simulations

CM Labs will showcase major expansions to its Intellia Workforce Training System. The theme is system-level workforce development. The most practical update: Intellia Trainee, a web-based curriculum. It moves classroom work off the simulator. That frees simulator time for actual joystick reps. CM Labs also adds integrated demolition training. Crews can practice hydraulic hammer and shear jaw work without risking people, steel, or schedules. The expanded trenching curriculum hits excavation safety with unstable sandy soil modeling and trench box installation. CM Labs will also show CDL Class A truck and trailer training inside the same platform. That could simplify certification tracking across your workforce. Look for AI-assisted training support and an in-booth excavator challenge.

Location: Booth N11839, North Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Integrated demolition training inside Intellia

JLG

JLG Industries brings a live “Job Site of the Future” demo to the North Hall. Inside the booth, multiple connected machines will operate in coordination. Scissor lifts position materials. A boom lift performs precision welding. One operator oversees the system. The backbone is ClearSky Smart Fleet, using IoT connectivity and a Bluetooth mesh network to create a wireless equipment ecosystem. The platform also supports predictive maintenance and utilization tracking. JLG will also preview its Canvas Robotics drywall robot. The battery-powered unit handles Level 4 spray and sanding and reduces wall-finishing touchpoints by up to 40 percent. It captures dust, minimizes overhead strain, and runs a full shift on one charge.

Location: Booth N12308, North Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Canvas Robotics drywall finishing robot

Gomaco

If you live in the concrete paving world, you already know the name Gomaco. It's probably time you got to know Gomaco's new Polymer Paver, aimed at ultra-thin overlays. The Polymer Paver can pave overlays in widths from 6 to 30 feet. The frame uses all-welded steel sections with bolted connections, which should simplify width changes. The paving pan sections match the frame sections, so the machine scales without a full rebuild. Vibration comes from sectional rotary eccentrics supported by ball bearings. The machine coordinates vibration start and stop with machine movement, which should help reduce inconsistent finish. Material handling includes a dual-drive 9-inch variable speed auger. For controls, the Polymer Paver runs Gomaco’s G+ control system for grade and steering, with a 10-inch color display.

Location: Booth C30282, Central Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Polymer Paver for ultra-thin overlays

Sakai

Sakai is bringing a niche machine with a clear job. The TS160-4 is a 3-ton class static pneumatic tire roller. It targets finish rolling and joint tightening on smaller paving work. Think driveways, parking lots, light chip seal, and municipal patches. The TS160-4 runs a mechanical design that avoids DPF, DEF, and ECM complexity. Sakai lists analog controls, a wide bench seat, and ambidextrous FNR levers. For mat finish, Sakai includes “superflat” tires, a triple-filtered water system, all-metal spray nozzles, and a 43.6-gallon water tank. Rear steering helps maneuverability, especially in tight paving zones. Sakai will also display its Guardman auto brake assist system, which uses millimeter radar or 3D LiDAR integrated with the roller’s hydraulic drive and SAHR braking system to detect personnel, equipment, or objects and automatically stop the machine before impact. It’s available on models like the SW884 and SW994 with front and rear detection. 

Location: Booth C31119, Central Hall

Coolest machine/tech: TS160-4 static pneumatic tire roller

Bomag

Bomag will deliver one of the best hands-on tech booths at the show. The hook is a single drum roller simulator that lets visitors remotely operate a Bomag roller located in Ridgeway, South Carolina. That’s a clever way to show controls and response without hauling extra iron to Vegas. In the booth, Bomag will also show a BW 177 BVO-5 PL roller aimed at compaction near buildings and over pipelines. Bomag will pair it with a video display of an AI vision system designed to detect people and help prevent collisions. The company also plans to show a BW 213 DH-5 roller featuring Terrameter compaction measurement tech, which helps operators track material stiffness in real time. Paving fans should look for a CR Series 2 paver with a Versa 16 front-mount screed. Electrification gets a slot, too, including an electric tandem roller and an electric plate compactor.

Location: Booth C30932, Central Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Remote roller simulator with real machine control

South Hall 

The South Hall connects daily execution with the power behind it. Level one leans into hauling, underground, portable power, and trucking. Level two dives into engines, drivetrains, hydraulics, and connected components that drive uptime. If you manage maintenance, fuel strategy, or long-term fleet performance, block time here.

Vermeer

Vermeer Corporation will cover mining, utility, recycling, and more at its 2026 Conexpo booth. Visitors will definitely need to check out the SM55 surface miner, which weighs 120,000 pounds and transports as a single load. That’s mobility for aggregate contractors working multiple pits. The new VXT400 and VXT500 vacuum trucks will be on display, emphasizing quiet operation and dual digging capability. Utility crews should also study the D24 horizontal directional drill with automated rod exchange. Be sure to seach out a prototype machine developed through a space-focused partnership. Details stay under wraps, but it signals advanced engineering direction. 

Location: Booth S61422, South Hall 1st Level

Coolest machine/tech: SM55 transportable surface miner

Cummins

Cummins big headline is the next-gen X15 off-highway engine, making its North America show debut. The booth also includes a 3.8-liter power unit and the B6.7. Cummins will also highlight connected solutions for remote monitoring, diagnostics, and over-the-air updates. That matters when you manage mixed fleets and multiple jobsites. Cummins Guidanz adds another layer by helping you manage diagnostics and service workflows for connected and non-connected equipment. If you want to talk strategy, Cummins plans a CEO press conference on March 4 at 9 a.m. They’ll also run short “Power Talks” all day. Those 15-minute bursts fit a Conexpo schedule.

Location: Booth S80414, South Hall (also Platinum Pavilion)

Coolest machine/tech: Next-gen X15 off-highway engine

Ditch Witch

Ditch Witch is using Conexpo to push the connected underground jobsite. The company’s new product Orange Intel is more than telematics. It links drills, Subsite locating equipment, fluid cleaning systems, and mapping platforms like Utiliview and Esri into one workflow. Contractors can move from pre-inspection and rod-by-rod drill planning to as-builts and post-inspection reporting inside a single ecosystem. Dashboards and alerts are customizable. Fuel burn, idle time, productivity, and preventive maintenance schedules sit in one place. GPS tracking and geofencing add fleet security. Access runs through MyDitchWitch for better field-to-office coordination. For utility fleets juggling multiple crews and sites, this is about great visibility and documentation.

Location: Booth S60223, South Hall (1st Level)

Coolest machine/tech: Orange Intel connected underground workflow platform

VMAC

VMAC is at Conexpo for the service-truck crowd and anyone who hates dragging extra gear to a job. The booth will show new mobile air and power systems that try to replace a trailer full of just-in-case equipment. The headliner: the G90 with FlexDrive AMS. VMAC says it can run up to 90 cfm at 100 psi continuously, and up to 50 cfm at 170 psi. The second big draw is a gas-powered 6-in-1 multifunction power system, powered by Honda. VMAC lists air, electric power, welding, 12V and 24V charging, boosting, and hydraulic power in one compact unit. That’s a fleet conversation about payload, space, and standardization. Also watch for the e30 with Stealth Power, a battery-electric rotary screw compressor rated at 30 cfm. Electric matters in indoor work, night work, and regulated sites.

Location: Booth S-62331, South Hall

Coolest machine/tech: 6-in-1 multifunction power system

Hitachi Global Air Power

Hitachi Global Air Power is leaning hard into electric air at Conexpo. The focus sits squarely on the Sullair portable lineup. Three machines anchor the booth: the E1035H, the E425H, and the OFE1550 oil-free unit. The E1035H debuted in 2023 and still drives the platform. It features swing-out coolers for faster cleaning, condensate management that reduces disposal headaches, and Sullair’s Electronic Spiral Valve for efficiency. The company will also display its first electric portable compressor from 1979. It has more than 53,000 operating hours. That’s a durability flex backed by data. The E425H delivers 425 cfm at 150 psi for rental and general construction. The OFE1550 pushes 1,550 cfm at 125 psi of Class 0 oil-free air. That targets oil and gas, plant backup, and purity-critical applications. 

Location: Booth S60834, South Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Sullair OFE1550 oil-free electric portable compressor

Stellar Industries

Stellar Industries brings a finalist for the Next Level Awards: the Hybrid Power Source. The HPS is a fully integrated, emissions-free power system for service trucks. It runs cranes, compressors, and hydraulics without idling the chassis engine. Up to 12.8 kWh output. Up to eight hours of runtime. Automotive-grade lithium-ion. Recharges via alternator while driving or 120V shore power. For fleets, this means less fuel burn, lower noise, and anti-idle compliance without sacrificing hydraulic performance. The modular battery design lets you right-size capacity across truck builds. If you run service bodies, this could change your spec sheets. Check this booth out. 

Location: Booth S61822, South Hall

Coolest machine/tech: Hybrid Power Source (HPS) finalist system

elobau

elobau is bringing hardware you can actually feel. The booth features the new Robust Joystick JE inside a live simulator built with CM Labs. You’ll run a virtual excavator and test presence detection, haptic feedback, and configurable inputs in real time. This matters for OEMs and fleet managers who spec controls. Ergonomics and functional safety are no longer soft features. They influence fatigue, precision, and training curves. The joystick is built for harsh off-highway environments. The simulator shows how it performs under load, not just on a display stand. 

Location: Booth S80406, South Hall 2nd Level

Coolest machine/tech: Robust Joystick JE simulator experience

Loftness

Loftness Specialized Equipment brings two new skid steer attachments to Conexpo. The Stone Ax stone crusher handles rocks up to 6 inches with a 4-inch working depth. It runs on skid steers from 80 to 135 hydraulic horsepower. A 200cc radial piston motor and adjustable anvil give operators control over crush size. The Kwik Fall tree saw targets fast removal of invasive trees. It cuts up to 14-inch diameter material. Replaceable carbide teeth and an integrated deflector protect the cab and guide debris safely. Both attachments go on sale May 1, 2026. For fleet managers running land clearing or right-of-way work, these tools add versatility without adding another power unit.

Location: Booth P7747

Coolest machine/tech: Stone Ax skid steer stone crusher