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Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame Welcomes Five

The Packaging & Processing Hall of Fame will welcome five new members as its 45th class at PACK EXPO International 2018 (Oct. 14–17 ; McCormick Place, Chicago), according to Hall of Fame coordinator and show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. This year’s inductees are Tim…

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Emerson Returns to Sponsor Ninth Annual Amazing Packaging Race

Emerson returns to sponsor the Amazing Packaging Race at PACK EXPO International and co-located Healthcare Packaging EXPO 2018 (Oct. 14–17; McCormick Place, Chicago). The Amazing Packaging Race, from show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, brings students and exhibitors together on…

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PACK EXPO Presentations Geared to Help Improve Manufacturing Operations

Professionals who attend this year’s PACK EXPO International and Healthcare Packaging EXPO in Chicago, Oct. 14–17, can learn about the latest smart manufacturing techniques aimed at delivering value across the enterprise. This year, Rockwell Automation will conduct a series of presentations and demonstrations for end…

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Automation Conference & Expo Grows Attendance and Confirms 2019 Event Dates with a New Name

Technology end-users filled the ballroom at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare recently, as presenters from Tyson Foods, Taylor Guitars, Nestlé, automotive supplier AW North Carolina, Vickers Engineering, and other leading manufacturers and industry organizations shared details about how automation technologies have…

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New Infographic Highlights Impact of Small to Medium Sized Businesses

New PMMI Infographic Highlights Impact of Small to Medium Businesses in the U.S.


Small to medium sized manufacturers are making a big mark on the United States economy, job market and numerous vertical industries according to the newly released Small Manufacturers, Big Dreams! infographic…

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Anticipation Builds for the Largest Packaging Event of 2018

With PACK EXPO International and co-located Healthcare Packaging EXPO (Oct. 14–17; McCormick Place, Chicago) around the corner, anticipation is running high for the largest packaging event of 2018.  

This year 50,000 packaging professionals will convene at the four-day event produced by PMMI, The…

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PMMI Media Group Promotes Wendy Sawtell to Vice President, Sales

Wendy Sawtell, Regional Manager for Packaging World has been promoted to Vice President, Sales for PMMI Media Group, effective July 1. Packaging World is the flagship publication of Chicago-based PMMI Media Group, and the leading media brand for professionals who use packaging equipment, materials, technology and…

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Association Partners Endorse PACK EXPO and Healthcare Packaging EXPO as Industry’s Main Event

This year, 50 industry associations have come together to support PACK EXPO International and Healthcare Packaging EXPO 2018 (Oct. 14–17; McCormick Place, Chicago) as part of the Partner Program, according to show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.  

“The…

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PMMI Placed in the Top 10 Best Manufacturing Associations to Work For

NAM’s Council of Manufacturing Associations Includes PMMI in Inaugural List of Best Manufacturing Associations to Work For

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, owner and producer of the PACK EXPO Portfolio of Tradeshows, was recognized yesterday with a Best Manufacturing Associations to…

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RFP Guidelines Help Deliver Capital Project Excellence

PMMI's OpX Leadership Network Tools Provide Greater Understanding of Project Requirements 

Convened by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, the OpX Leadership Network’s new Request for Proposals (RFP) Guidelines for the CPG Industry and companion template ensure complete and…