C.M. Products Is Heading to the 2026 NIBA Annual Convention in San Diego
The 2026 NIBA Annual Convention is coming to San Diego September 1–4, and the C.M. Products team will be there. We are looking forward to connecting with customers, industry partners, and fellow belting professionals throughout the convention and at the NIBA Expo.
The belting industry will come together in San Diego this September for the 2026 NIBA Annual Convention. NIBA – The Belting Association has scheduled this year’s convention for September 1–4, 2026, at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. The event brings together professionals from across the belting industry for networking, education, business conversations, and the annual Expo.
2026 NIBA Annual Convention: Dates and Location
September 1–4, 2026
The official NIBA convention runs Tuesday through Friday.
San Diego, California
The convention will be held at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina.
Belting Professionals
NIBA brings together distributor/fabricators, manufacturers, affiliates, and others connected to the belting industry.
The host property is the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina, located at 333 W Harbor Drive in San Diego. NIBA describes the convention as an opportunity to expand professional networks, discover tools and strategies, participate in industry education, and connect with the belting community.
Why the NIBA Annual Convention Matters to the Belting Industry
NIBA describes its mission as promoting interaction between value-added distributors and manufacturers of conveyor belt components to improve technology, services, and business practices. The Annual Convention gives that community an opportunity to meet face to face.
According to NIBA’s 2026 attendee information, more than 180 belting companies from 20 countries and more than 70 exhibitors had secured their places as of June 30, 2026.
What attendees can expect
- Industry networking and relationship building
- Educational programming and a keynote session
- Leadership and sales-focused workshops
- Manufacturer networking events
- The annual NIBA Expo and Closing Event
What Is on the 2026 NIBA Convention Schedule?
NIBA’s official 2026 agenda includes optional activities, member programming, educational sessions, networking events, and the Expo.
| Date | Published Highlights |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, September 1 | Golf outing and selected committee / leadership activities |
| Wednesday, September 2 | 5K Fun Run/Walk, international programming, Independent Distributor Meet-Up, Women of NIBA, New Member/First Timer activities, Opening Dinner, and Young Leaders After Party |
| Thursday, September 3 | Annual Business Meeting and keynote, leadership programming, Sandler workshop, Manufacturer Hospitality Hub Happy Hour, and Manufacturer Hospitality Suites |
| Friday, September 4 | NIBA Expo, Closing Event, lunch, and selected board activities |
Anyone planning to attend should review the official NIBA 2026 schedule for the latest times, eligibility requirements, and updates.
The 2026 NIBA Expo: Where the Industry Connects
The 2026 NIBA Expo is scheduled for Friday, September 4, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Pacific Ballroom, North Tower, First Floor at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina.
NIBA positions the Expo as a focused opportunity to connect with manufacturers and affiliate companies, hold short business conversations, learn about products, and renew industry relationships. NIBA states that appointments are not necessary for Expo meetings.
Visit C.M. Products at Booth 323 during the NIBA Expo on Friday, September 4. We look forward to meeting you there.
Meet the C.M. Products Team in San Diego
For C.M. Products, NIBA is an opportunity to spend time with the people who know this industry best. Our work centers on lightweight conveyor belting, belt fabrication, joining tools, live roller applications, food-processing solutions, and specialty conveyor products.
If you are attending NIBA 2026, we would be glad to connect. Whether we already work together or you are just getting to know C.M. Products, our team looks forward to meeting you in San Diego, learning more about your applications, and talking about where we may be able to help.
You can learn more about our conveyor belting, heat presses and joining tools, and custom projects before the convention.
Will You Be at NIBA 2026?
The C.M. Products team is looking forward to the 2026 NIBA Annual Convention and to seeing familiar faces, building new relationships, and talking belting in San Diego.
If you will be there, we look forward to meeting you. Stop by Booth 323 during the NIBA Expo, or contact us ahead of the convention if you would like to introduce your team, discuss an application, or make plans to connect during the week.
