Posted By: The Reporter April 10, 2026
As industries across the country accelerate toward automation, SMC is inviting the community to experience the technology driving that transformation firsthand.
In celebration of National Pneumatics Day, SMC will host its fifth annual Community Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 25, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the power of pneumatics and the future of advanced manufacturing. SMC is located at 10100 SMC Blvd., Noblesville. Click here to register.
The free event will bring together local students, families, and community members for an interactive experience designed to highlight how automation and pneumatic systems power everything from manufacturing lines to everyday products.
“Most people don’t realize how much pneumatics impacts their daily lives,” SMC Corporation of America President and CEO Kelley Stacy said. “Our Community Day event gives us a unique opportunity to showcase the innovation behind the scenes and inspire the next generation to explore careers in automation, engineering and advanced manufacturing.”
Attendees will experience:
- Hands-on STEM activities led by SMC engineers and team members
- Live demonstrations of automation and advanced manufacturing technology
- Behind-the-scenes facility tours
- Bounce houses, local vendors, and food trucks on site for the community celebration
The event is part of SMC’s broader commitment to workforce development and community engagement, including partnerships with local schools, internship programs, and ongoing investment in STEM education initiatives. With the manufacturing sector facing ongoing workforce shortages, events like SMC’s Community Day aim to build awareness early and create meaningful connections between students and industry.
Strong communities and strong businesses go hand in hand,” Stacy said. “This is about building our future workforce, but it’s also about opening our doors and creating a fun, unique experience that shows just how exciting innovation and automation can be.”
