About this event
This is a two-day regional event for the self storage industry. The Self Storage Association lists it as a state association event that brings together members from three neighboring states. Attendees can expect educational sessions and a trade show floor, based on the format of the regional events the association runs.
The event is set at the Hilton Columbus at Easton, which is on the east side of Columbus. Facility managers who drive in from Indiana, Kentucky or other parts of Ohio will find it reachable by car. The Self Storage Association says registration is expected to open in late 2026, so check its listing for current details.
The 2026 edition of this regional show was held in Indianapolis, Indiana, and was listed on some calendars at a different Columbus venue. Confirm the 2027 venue and dates on the official listing before you plan travel.
Who should go
- Self storage owners and operators running single or multi-site facilities
- Facility managers responsible for daily site operations and maintenance
- Property managers who oversee storage assets for investors
- Vendors and service providers looking for storage industry contacts
- Managers who want to compare access, security and site technology options
Why it matters for robots
Automation at storage sites usually starts with practical tools: gate and access control, camera monitoring, after-hours customer kiosks and unit booking workflows. A regional trade show is a useful place to see several of these side by side and to ask vendors how their systems perform at facilities of your size.
Ask any automation vendor at the show for references from storage sites with similar unit counts and staffing levels. Check how their system handles power outages, internet drops and staff training, and whether the equipment can be leased through financing. Confirm the exhibitor list once it is published, since the official listing does not describe the vendors that will be present.
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Dates and venues can change. Check the organizer's site before you travel.