#1 Event for Robotics, Automation, Power Transmission & Motion Control

 

Covering critical areas such as energy efficiency, machine safety, drives, motion control, robotics and automation plus much more, all under one roof.  

Drives and Controls has been the voice of the industry since 1991 and has become the market leading event within a growing industry driven by the adoption of automation and Industry 4.0.

 


 


 

Source the latest security products and solutions

Covering the entire motion and automation landscape including solutions in:

  • Bearings

  • Belts & Chains

  • Brakes, Clutches & Couplings

  • Cables

  • Compact Control Systems

  • Display & Interfaces

  • EMC Equipment

  • Enclosures

  • Gear Drives & Variators

  • Hydraulic Drives

  • Hydraulic Pumps & Motors

  • Industrial Electric Drives & Motors

  • Linear & Rotary Indexing

  • Linear Motors

  • Machine Safety

  • Maintenance Repair & Recovery

  • Mechanical Power Transmission

  • Industrial Automation Control Numerical Control

  • PCs & Industrial Software

  • PLCs & Positioning Systems

  • Robots & Cobots

  • Pneumatic Motors & Cylinders

  • Power Electronics

  • SCADA

  • Speed & Position Sensing

  • Variable Speed Motors

Hear from experts and innovators

Our team gather together a wealth of industry leaders to deliver key insights to visitors over 2 jam-packed days. Take a look at who spoke at the 2025 edition.

Check out who's joining us already at Drives & Controls

Unmissable features

This is more than just a trade show. Dive into a world of tech demos, musical performances, competitions, drinks receptions, robot fighting, simulators and MUCH more.


 

Free educational content

Attend solution based sessions and keynote presentations to enhance your professional development and gain insights.


 

 

Networking with peers

With specialist areas and features, broaden your network and engage with the whole engineering market.


 

Part of Smart Manufacturing Week - 1 ticket for all entry.

Your ticket will also grant you access to co-located events such as Smart Factory Expo, Maintec and Design & Engineering Expo, all researched and produced by The Manufacturer - plus a number of exclusive fringe events.