3M is set to highlight its latest advancements at CES 2026, focusing on critical technologies for consumer electronics, automotive, advanced manufacturing, and data center industries. The company will debut a new artificial intelligence-powered tool designed to empower customers to experiment, simulate, and create with 3M materials in unprecedented ways, merging AI capabilities with deep expertise in materials science.
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"3M is reigniting our innovation engine and focusing research and development on high-impact markets as we increase introduction of new products," said William Brown, 3M Chairman and CEO. "At CES, we'll highlight how 3M is merging the capabilities of AI with our deep technological and manufacturing expertise to further accelerate the innovation process, solve engineering challenges, and deliver smarter, more resilient products."
From batteries and display films to thermal management solutions, 3M technologies support sharper displays, lighter vehicles, efficient production lines, and reliable data centers, enabling scalable realization of innovative ideas.
In consumer electronics, 3M materials enhance device capability, functionality, efficiency in assembly, repair, and recycling, while providing protection against environmental stresses like dirt, moisture, heat, EMI, and mechanical impact.
For automotive applications, solutions include bonding materials and advanced displays for immersive interiors, alongside thermal management, lightweighting, battery, and safety technologies advancing next-generation vehicles.
In advanced manufacturing, 3M offers tools for material monitoring, custom adhesive extrusion, production efficiency, and personal protection equipment to improve worker health and safety.
Data center innovations feature cable preparation, performance monitoring, sensors for grid data, and high-speed copper or expanded beam optics supporting reliable, high-performance computing.
Attendees can join a Mobility Stage panel on accelerating product development with virtual materials and simulation, featuring experts from 3M, Audi AG, and Synopsys, scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, from 1:30-2:00pm PST in the West Hall.
Another session in the North Hall explores technologies powering the future of manufacturing beyond AI, with leaders from 3M, EY, and EMD Electronics, hosted by the National Association of Manufacturers, on Wednesday, January 7, from 2:45-3:15pm PST in room N261.
This CES presence underscores 3M's commitment to driving progress across interconnected sectors through AI-enhanced innovation and proven materials expertise.
By combining artificial intelligence with manufacturing leadership, 3M positions itself to help customers overcome challenges and achieve resilient, high-performance outcomes in rapidly evolving markets.
About 3M
3M (NYSE: MMM) is focused on transforming industries around the world by applying science and creating innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our multi-disciplinary team is working to solve tough customer problems by leveraging diverse technology platforms, differentiated capabilities, global footprint, and operational excellence.
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