UCAM Expanded U.S. Presence at IMTS 2026
The manufacturer showcased rotary table technology alongside partner Ekaras Inc. to reach more North American shops.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Manufacturing
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India-based UCAM displayed its CNC rotary tables at the International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago, held from 14 to 19 September 2026. The manufacturer exhibited through its U.S. partner Ekaras Inc. at McCormick Place to bolster its market footprint.
Why it matters
The partnership creates a bundled hardware solution for American manufacturers, offering a complete machining package from spindle to table. This strategy allows UCAM to leverage established domestic distribution networks to accelerate its expansion into North America.
IMTS 2026 hosted 1,788 exhibitors across 1.17 million square feet of space and recorded 80,000 initial registrants. Total attendance for the six-day event is projected to exceed 90,000 attendees.
The players
UCAM
An India-based manufacturer specializing in CNC rotary tables that is currently seeking to grow its customer base in North America.
Ekaras Inc
A Troy, Michigan-based company that serves as the United States distributor and partner for UCAM products.
Varun Dev
The current CEO of UCAM who has led the company since 2025.
The details
UCAM utilizes CNC rotary tables to enable 3-axis machining centers to perform 4th and 5th axis operations. By operating out of Ekaras Inc.'s booth, the Bengaluru-based manufacturer integrates its components into broader U.S.-focused technical workflows. This hardware alignment simplifies procurement for local shops seeking to upgrade their existing machine center capabilities with specific rotary attachments.
Timeline
The International Manufacturing Technology Show occurred in Chicago from 14 to 19 September 2026.
Market Landscape
UCAM's presence at IMTS 2026 follows the industry pattern of foreign manufacturers utilizing large-scale trade shows to establish U.S. distribution. The strategy reflects a broader trend of firms seeking to integrate their components into complete machining packages through local partnerships.
Operators looking to upgrade machine functionality should review whether their current tooling allows for 4th and 5th axis capabilities. Shop managers should monitor how integrated hardware packages from vendors like UCAM affect their long-term equipment procurement and maintenance costs.
The takeaway
Manufacturing firms often use trade exhibitions like IMTS to demonstrate hardware interoperability that a brochure cannot convey. Operators should consider whether their current 3-axis infrastructure can be effectively upgraded with rotary tables to meet higher-precision job requirements.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Themachinemaker.
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