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PACK EXPO International is bigger and better than ever, with an expanded focus on packaging and processing solutions. It all adds up to a powerful event designed to meet all of your current business challenges. As the most complete packaging and processing show in the world’s largest market, it’s the only show you need to attend this year.

Connect with colleagues and world-class suppliers in Chicago. Evaluate the compatibility of the latest innovations with your product lines. See flexible, nimble packaging machinery in action on the show floor. Discover cutting-edge packaging equipment, converting machinery, processing technology, containers and materials—plus the latest advances in package security, new printing and graphic technologies, food safety and more.

See it all at PACK EXPO International and go home with solutions for cutting costs and increasing efficiency across the line.

Co-located with CPP EXPO, PACK EXPO International is the centerpiece of a week full of packaging events created just for you.

CPP EXPO (Converting & Package Printing) reflects the market synergies of the package printing, converting, finishing machinery and supplies industries. From digital pre-press and workflow solutions, right through to finishing equipment, CPP EXPO covers the changes and evolutions in package printing, coating, slitting and other state-of-the-art materials and services for streamlining operations and improving quality.

New in 2010:

The Processing Zone—housing the latest processing technologies that will help today’s leading companies address the production line as a complete process, especially when looking at rates, efficiencies and other improvements.

The Confectionery Pavilion—sponsored by the National Confectioners Association (NCA) and showcasing innovations from the confection and snack food sectors.

The Brand Zone—formerly known as the Containers & Materials Pavilion, the Brand Zone debuts in Chicago with innovative containers and materials designed to increase visual impact, enhance convenience, maximize shelf life and add functionality. See the latest advances in glass, plastic, metal and paperboard packaging, decorating and labeling techniques and resealable technologies. Within in the Brand Zone you will also get to see The Showcase of Packaging Innovations®, sponsored by The Dow Chemical Company, and the 5th annual PACK EXPO Selects™ nominees and winners.

The DistriPak Pavilion—Dedicated to packaging and paper distributors and sponsored by the NPTA Alliance (formerly the National Paper Trade Association), the DistriPak Pavilion will offer attendees a new way to find leading industrial packaging distributors and manufacturers of machinery and materials who sell through the distribution channel. NPTA distributors serve a wide range of end users, including manufacturers within every segment such as: graphic arts/printing and publishing; electronics; food & beverage/wine; bakery & snack; cosmetics & toiletries; dairy & pharmaceutical/medical; chemical; candy & confection; and paper & textiles.

More than 1,600 exhibiting companies will be coming together to showcase solutions for your operational needs in these industries:

• Bakery & snack
• Beverage
• Candy & confection
• Chemicals/household products
• Cosmetics/toiletries/personal care
• Dairy
• Electronics/parts
• Flexible packaging
• Fruits/vegetables/produce
• Meat/poultry/seafood
• Paper/textiles
• Pharmaceuticals/medical devices
• Printers/converters
• Raw materials
• Soaps/detergents/cleaners
• And more

My PACK EXPO

My PACK EXPO is a powerful online tool that lets you maximize your time before, during and after the event. This interactive Web-based personal portal allows you to customize your visit to the show, search exhibitors and set up meetings, plus find valuable contacts, products and industry knowledge conveniently from your desktop.