Experience Elite Machinery Live: HMT Hosts In-House Machine Demonstrations This February

Experience Elite Machinery—Live and In Person

This February, HMT Machine Tools, Inc. is opening its doors for a full week of in-house live machine demonstrations, giving customers the opportunity to see advanced Elite machinery running in a real-world environment.

From February 16–20, 2026, attendees are invited to our Charleston, South Carolina facility to explore Elite grinding and filtration solutions, engage in technical discussions, and connect directly with both HMT and Elite leadership.

Event Details

Dates: February 16–20, 2026
Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily
Location:
HMT Machine Tools, Inc.
449 Deanna Lane
Charleston, SC 29492

The event will follow an open house format, with walk-ins welcome throughout the week. To help us plan demonstrations and daily hospitality, RSVPs are strongly encouraged.

Hotel Information

For your convenience, we have secured a discounted group rate at a nearby hotel in Mount Pleasant, close to shopping and dining.

👉 Book your hotel here: https://group.home2suites.com/74dilo

 

Live Machines on Demonstration

Attendees will see the following Elite Machinery systems running live:

Elite AVB 850 – Top & face grinding in a single operation

Elite MVB 850 – Fully automatic steel relief and tip seating

Elite MVB 650 – Hollow face grinding

Elite FILTRAmaq PRO – Centralized coolant filtration system supporting up to four machines

Elite JVC DUO – Circular knife grinder with three CNC axes

These demonstrations are designed to showcase real applications, automation capabilities, and precision results in a hands-on setting.

 

Meet Elite Machinery Ownership

A highlight of the week will be the on-site presence of Sergi Valls, owner of Elite Machinery, and Silvia Serra, director of operations at Elite Machinery. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly with OEM leadership, ask in-depth technical questions, and gain insight into Elite’s engineering philosophy, machine design, and long-term support approach.

This direct access is a rare opportunity for customers evaluating new equipment or looking to build deeper relationships with their technology partners.

 

More Than Just Demos

Throughout the week, visitors can expect:

- Application-specific demonstrations

- Technical discussions with HMT and Elite teams

- Open Q&A sessions

- Conversations around HMT’s Certified Rebuild program and service capabilities

Whether you are actively evaluating new machinery or simply looking to learn more about current grinding and filtration technology, this event is designed to be informative, practical, and approachable.

 

Things to Do While You’re in Charleston

If you’re traveling in for the event, there are plenty of great dining and activity options near the hotel and throughout the Charleston area.

Walkable (2 Minutes from the Hotel)

Mount Pleasant Towne Centre - A convenient hub with restaurants, shops, and casual nightlife

Restaurants Nearby (10–15 Minutes)

Acme Lowcountry Kitchen - Creative Southern fare with bold flavors

Home Team BBQ - Award-winning barbecue, laid-back local favorite

Page’s Okra Grill - Southern comfort food, Charleston classic

Poe’s Tavern - Gourmet burgers, casual beach vibe

Red Drum - Elevated Lowcountry cuisine

The Obstinate Daughter - Italian-inspired cuisine with an excellent atmosphere

Waterfront & Relaxation Options

Shem Creek - Waterfront dining, bars, and sunset views

Sullivan’s Island - Quiet beach with many access points, approximately 15 minutes away

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum - Home of the USS Yorktown and scenic harbor views

Downtown Charleston (Optional Evening Trip)

Historic District & Waterfront

Charleston City Market

King Street Dining & Shopping

 

RSVP Encouraged

While this is an open house event, we kindly ask attendees to RSVP so we can plan daily demonstrations and hospitality accordingly.

👉 RSVP here: https://forms.gle/MMpS3VwcvnVWisG1A

We look forward to welcoming you to HMT this February.