2021 End-of-Line Equipment Purchasing Trends and Design Insights, published by PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, examines end-of-line machinery dynamics using interviews and PMMI State of the Industry data spanning 2015–2020 with directional forecasts through 2026. The analysis indicates several focus areas—sustainability and material variability, supply-chain visibility and enhanced labeling, and workforce development alongside automation strategies—where manufacturers generally seek greater machine flexibility, integration, and reliability. Emerging patterns show OEM demand for modular, multi-function machines, AI-enabled inspection, and streamlined integration services; charts highlight growth drivers and tradeoffs from robotic palletizing to compact wrapping and labeling examples. The report reveals where engineering teams are prioritizing investments to strengthen operational resilience.
Published by PMMI (The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies) in November 2021. Based on interviews, 2020 equipment‑shipment data from the 2021 PMMI State of the Industry Report, and secondary analysis of industry sources with manufacturers and contract packagers, collected 2015–2021.
