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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

World-Class Education Awaits Attendees at First ProFood Tech Registering for the inaugural ProFood Tech (Apr. 4–6, 2017; McCormick Place, Chicago) means more than access to the most comprehensive food and beverage show in North America. Powered by three of the world’s trade show leaders – PACK EXPO, Anuga and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) – this biennial show is unprecedented in its ability to bring the industry together and address the key issues facing food and beverage processing operators in North America. ProFood Tech features robust educational programming. The ProFood Tech Learning Hub features free Innovation Stage and Regulatory Matters sessions. IDFA is leading a strong conference program and pre-conference workshops. Each thirty-minute Innovation Stage session at ProFood Tech focuses on fresh looks at breakthrough technologies, innovative applications and proven techniques. Attendees have the opportunity to learn from industry experts on topics such as hygienic operations, improving sustainability, advanced spray technologies and using robotic automation to fill labor shortage. Additionally, as part of the ProFood Tech Learning Hub, ProFood Tech will feature Regulatory Matters where expert speakers will present on key issues such as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), recall avoidance, cGMPs, conducting internal audits, traceability, documentation, food safety management, sanitary plant/equipment design and much more. These complimentary 30-minute sessions will present an opportunity to discuss these key regulatory challenges with experts and peers following each session. The ProFood Tech Conference Program offers a wide-range of educational experiences to engage, inform and inspire you. Each day starts with a big-picture keynote address by an influential leader, followed by a wide selection of concurrent sessions. Several sessions feature groundbreaking research about consumers, the impact of developing innovative products and how consumers influence product development. The Master series features provocative discussions about current product trends and Tech Talk sessions present new ways to improve efficiency and operations. Committed to providing food and beverage processors unparalleled opportunities to acquire new information about consumers and what they want; the ProFood Tech Conference Program features an entire track of sessions devoted specifically to consumer trends and marketing.

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro Pricing for the conference program is as follows:

IDFA is also presenting Pre-Conference Workshops that vary from one to three days in length. These workshops include Better Process Cheese School from April 2–3, FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food Course from April 2–4 and Recall Ready? Managing Recalls and Protecting Your Brand Workshop on April 3. If you are interested in hands-on training to improve equipment and plant safety through the risk assessment process, plan to attend the PMMI U risk assessment workshop just prior to ProFood Tech (April 2–3). PMMI U’s risk assessment workshops address topics from legal implications to global standards. Visit www.pmmi.org/education for more information on risk assessment workshops and other PMMI U offerings. Registration for ProFood Tech is $30 for a limited time. The price will increase to an on-site fee of $100. To register online or for more information about the show and its robust educational offerings visit www.profoodtech.com.

Pharmaceutical Growth Continues to Set Technology Pace

While food and beverage remain the largest sectors in terms of packaging machinery needs, no market can keep pace with the pharmaceutical growth forecast through 2020, according to the 2016 State of the Industry U.S. Packaging Machinery Report. Produced by PMMI, The Association for Processing and Packaging Technologies, the report projects pharmaceuticals to grow at a CAGR of 2.8 percent through 2020, surpassing $700 million for the first time. The greatest influence on growth in the pharmaceutical industry is general economic development. As more people can afford access to drugs, this will, in turn, drive growth in packaging and packaging equipment for pharmaceuticals. And, as the U.S. population becomes more health conscious and adopts healthier lifestyles, life expectancy is increasing and creating a greater demand for medicines for the elderly. Another factor driving a rise in the market is the pharmaceutical industry's willingness to investigate and adopt new technologies. One of the recent developments in this sector is

Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro packaging machinery without electrical cabinets or cabinet-less machinery. The servo modules within the control architecture for robots, significantly reduces the number of electronic parts, eliminating the need for some cabinets. Benefits of this include lower maintenance costs (due to reduced electronics), greater efficiency and the availability and use of identical system parts. Should this technology prove successful in the pharmaceutical sector, other markets that are typically slower to adopt new technologies may embrace it as well. The most efficient way to find innovations that serve pharma with the potential to cross-pollinate other industries is PACK EXPO East (Feb. 27–March 1, 2017). Located in the heart of the country’s largest concentration of life science and pharmaceutical companies, Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Convention Center expects over 7,000 attendees to exchange ideas with 400 exhibitors across 100,000 net square feet of exhibition space. The site also positions PACK EXPO East within 200 miles of one-third of U.S. consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs) in the industry rich Northeast. In addition to a robust index of exhibitors, the Innovation Stage at PACK EXPO East offers free 30-minute education sessions directly on the show floor, including fresh looks at new technologies provided by exhibitors and industry experts. The two-day Healthcare Packaging and Processing Conference (Feb. 27 and 28) is another offering at PACK EXPO East for the expanding pharma market, with nine tracks of sessions and technology workshops. The first day of the program highlights Serialization, Packaging Challenges and Strategies for Success Materials Testing, Packaging Machinery Automation, Government Regulatory Updates and Packaging and Processing Automation Control. Day two tackles Track and Trace Unique Device Identifiers, Supply Chain Security and Temperature Management, Serialization Pilot Tests and CMO’s Role, as well as Life Sciences Processing. Conference registration is $95 per seminar and includes access to PACK EXPO East. After Feb. 10, the price increases to $130 per seminar. Registration for PACK EXPO East is $30 for a limited time. Price will increase to an on-site fee of $100. Register online at www.packexpoeast.com.

Breakthrough Technologies and First-Rate Educational Offerings Await PACK EXPO East 2017 Attendees

Just over a month away, more details are available on the extensive offerings at PACK EXPO East 2017 (Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, Feb. 27–March 1), produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. The three-day event features over 400 exhibiting companies and spans more than 100,000 net square feet, providing the opportunity for attendees to exchange ideas with 7,000+ peers. Key exhibitors include companies like Delkor Systems, BluePrint Automation

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Its location in Philadelphia places PACK EXPO East within 200 miles of one-third of U.S. consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs), including arguably the country’s largest concentration of life science and pharmaceutical industries. The intimacy of a regional event allows attendees and exhibitors to spend quality time understanding each other’s operations and the challenges both sides of the table face. In addition to a strong index of exhibitors, top-notch educational opportunities await those attending. Innovation Stage sessions offer free, show floor education to attendees and the two-day Healthcare Packaging and Processing Conference (Feb. 27 and 28) will feature keynotes, education sessions and technology workshops touching every facet of the industry. Each 30-minute Innovation Stage session offers a look at breakthrough technologies, innovative applications and proven techniques, giving attendees an opportunity to learn from industry experts on topics such as One Cable Automation, EtherCAT P Technology and Hygienic Conveyors. Presentations from PMMI’s OpX Leadership Network will offer insight on validation activities needed specifically for baking processes, as well as delivering effective FATs. The Healthcare Packaging and Processing Conference will be of particular interest to life science processing and packaging professionals. Keynote sessions include a presentation by Ron Yakubison from Merck & Company about succeeding as a packaging professional in the future (Feb. 27), as well as a presentation by Guido Schmitz from Bayer AG about holistic design in pharmaceutical packaging (Feb. 28). Structured around nine tracks of sessions and technology workshops, the first day of the program highlights Serialization, Packaging Challenges and Strategies for Success Materials Testing, Packaging Machinery Automation, Government Regulatory Updates and Packaging and Processing Automation Control. Day two tackles Track and Trace Unique Device Identifiers, Supply Chain Security and Temperature Management, Serialization Pilot Tests and CMO’s Role, as well as Life Sciences Processing. The robust conference program makes PACK EXPO East the most efficient way to find innovations that serve pharma with the potential to cross-pollinate other industries. Conference registration is $95 per seminar through Feb. 10, when the price increases to $130 per seminar. A show badge is included in conference registration. Registration for PACK EXPO East is $30 until Feb. 10 when the price increases to $100. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience machinery in action, forge meaningful relationships with peers, gain expertise via educational sessions and so much more. Register online at www.packexpoeast.com.

Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

JUST ANNOUNCED: Five-time NFL MVP Peyton Manning is Confirmed as Keynote Speaker for Inaugural ProFood Tech Conference Five-time National Football League (NFL) MVP Peyton Manning will give the keynote speech at the first-ever ProFood Tech Conference Program, led by the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), one of the three trade show leaders powering ProFood Tech (April 4–6, 2017; McCormick Place, Chicago), along with PACK EXPO and Anuga. The keynote will take place on Tuesday, April 4, 2017, from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Manning’s address is titled “Winning Strategies with Peyton Manning.” “NFL great Peyton Manning will share real-world leadership tips and how you can become a winner too by learning to adapt to changing circumstances,” says Neil Moran, senior vice president, IDFA. “Manning combines his trademark humor and real life stories to challenge audiences to reach higher than they ever thought possible.” As one of the most decorated NFL quarterbacks of all-time, Manning most recently led the Denver Broncos to victory over the Carolina Panthers in Super Bowl 50. Prior to that, he led the Indianapolis Colts to victory in Super Bowl 41, beating the Chicago Bears and making him the first starting quarterback in NFL history to win a Super Bowl with two different teams. “A gifted leader who understands how to build successful teams is exactly who we want to address attendees at the ProFood Tech Conference,” says Charles D. Yuska, president & CEO, PMMI. “Conference participants will hear from Manning on how to motivate a team and work together toward a common goal. We are excited to hear his insights on leadership and forming strong teams.” In addition to the keynote, ProFood Tech’s comprehensive conference program offers a variety of educational experiences covering fresh ideas and strategies on regulations and food safety, consumer trends that are changing the food and beverage landscape, and industry best practices in business and leadership development. As the only event in North America focused exclusively on all food and beverage sectors, including baking & snack, beverage, frozen/prepared foods, dairy and meat/poultry/seafood, ProFood Tech will attract high-level buyers from every food and beverage sector, with an expansive show floor and enhanced conference program. Full three-day passes to the ProFood Tech Conference Program, which also includes access to the show floor, are $595 through Feb. 15, 2017. A one-day Conference pass may be purchased for $285 through Feb. 15, 2017, but prices for both will increase after that date. Register for the show and conference online at www.profoodtech.com.

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

The Power of the Entire Supply Chain Under One Badge Thanks to a cooperation agreement with the event organizers, registration for the inaugural ProFood Tech (April 4–6, 2017) also includes admission to both the ProMat and Automate events being held April 3–6 at McCormick Place, Chicago. ProFood Tech is the most comprehensive food and beverage show in North America, transcending market sectors and showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions. It will include 6,000 processing professionals, 400-plus of the world’s top suppliers, 150,000 net square feet of exhibit floor and 45 hours of blockbuster educational programming. The show will be held in the Lakeside Center of McCormick Place. The ProMat and Automate events are located nearby in the North and South Halls of McCormick Place. ProMat is sponsored by MHI, an international trade association representing the material handling and logistics industry. ProMat is North and South America’s premier material handling expo focusing on manufacturing and supply chain solutions and attracts over 40,000 attendees. ProMat offers over 900 exhibits and over 100 complimentary educational sessions. ProMat and Automate 2017 will total over 1,200 exhibits. Automate is North America’s largest automation show, organized by the Association for Advancing Automation (A3), it showcases innovations and technologies in automation (including robotics, vision & imaging, motion control, metrology and more) and attracts over 20,000 attendees. The agreement between ProFood Tech, ProMat and Automate, allows attendees to gain access to all three events, providing perspective on the entire supply chain for food and beverage processing, as well as best practices from other industries. “The agreement with ProMat and Automate opens up new opportunities for attendees to learn about critical solutions for food and beverage processors in the material handling and automation areas, providing significant benefits for attendees,” says Jim Pittas, senior vice president, PMMI. ProMat and Automate attendees will also gain complimentary access to ProFood Tech. “With many of our attendees coming from the food and beverage sector, we are excited to offer this opportunity for them to experience solutions for the processing side of their operations in one location,” says Tom Carbott, senior vice president of Exhibitions, MHI. “Automate is very excited to continue our partnership with ProMat and now PMMI, IDFA and Anuga with the launch of ProFood Tech. The combination of all three shows at McCormick Place at the same time is an incredibly effective way for attendees to maximize one trip to Chicago,” said Jeff Burnstein, president of the A3 and its Robotic Industries Association (RIA), AIA – its vision and imaging group and Motion Control & Motor Association (MCMA).

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro Registration for ProFood Tech is $30 until March 17 when the price increases to $100. Register online at profoodtech.com. Attendees wanting to attend ProMat and Automate simply visit a registration counter on-site at McCormick Place to complete a short registration form in order to receive their complimentary badge.

University of Wisconsin—Stout Student Awarded Richard C. Ryan Packaging Education Scholarship The PMMI Foundation along with Dorner Manufacturing Corporation have selected University of Wisconsin—Stout student, Ryan Knudtson, as the recipient of this year’s $2,000 Richard C. Ryan Packaging Education Scholarship. PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, supports packaging education at more than 25 U.S. colleges, universities and technical schools. Dorner Manufacturing Corporation chooses the scholarship recipient based on GPA, major related to packaging engineering, demonstrated commitment to excellence in the packaging industry, extracurricular involvement and financial need. “We were very impressed by the quality of applicants for the Richard C. Ryan Packaging Education Scholarship,” said Terry Schadeberg, president and CEO, Dorner Manufacturing Corp. “We are pleased to select Ryan Knudtson as the 2016 recipient.” Knudtson is in his second year as a Packaging major at University of Wisconsin—Stout. He holds a bachelor’s degree in education and taught for three years before he made the courageous decision to go back to school to pursue packaging. He currently holds a 3.94 GPA and plans on completing a seven-month-long internship in Sheboygan, Wisconsin with Johnsonville. “I wholeheartedly endorse the aspirations of Ryan,” said Brenda S. Puck, instructor, Engineering and Technology Department, University of Wisconsin—Stout. “His talents, intelligence and creativity will serve him well in the packaging engineering field. He will be an asset to any organization, bringing knowledge, leadership skills, caring, enthusiasm and professionalism to his colleagues.” Established in memory of former president and CEO of PMMI member, Dorner, Richard Ryan had a passion for learning how things get done and for being fully engaged. That made him a valuable, active leader in the industry, PMMI, and its community. To apply for this scholarship students must attend a PMMI Partner School and submit an application complete with a signed letter of recommendation from a faculty member, as well as a 500–1,000-word essay describing their interest in the packaging field. Students must also provide their transcripts.

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro Each year, the PMMI Foundation provides $100,000 in scholarships to students majoring in packaging. Students must currently attend a PMMI Partner School to be eligible for PMMI Foundation scholarships. For more information on the PMMI Foundation, visit pmmi.org/scholarships.

PACK EXPO East Partner Program Brings Packaging Industry Leaders to Philadelphia

The Partner Program returns to PACK EXPO East 2017 (Feb. 27–March 1; Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia), kicking off another year of creating valuable connections in the packaging industry, announces show producer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. The Partner Program pairs leading associations dedicated to advancing this industry, with PACK EXPO East attendees and exhibitors, bringing additional resources, connections and expertise to the show. “Packaging organizations participating in the PACK EXPO East Partner Program understand the value of having a presence at the show, for their members and the packaging industry. They serve as a resourceful link between attendees and exhibitors, facilitating innovative solutions while bringing the industry together,” says Jim Pittas, senior vice president, PMMI. The four returning PACK EXPO East Partners agree, including John Mazelin, executive director of the Contract Packaging Association. “Participation in PACK EXPO East provides the Contract Packaging Association with a unique forum to help both those who need information about best practices in contract packaging and our members, who provide those capabilities, to connect,” Mazelin says. The organizations involved in the 2017 PACK EXPO East Partner Program include: • AIM • Contract Packaging Association (CPA) • Midwest Food Products Association (MWFPA) • OMAC (The Organization for Machine Automation and Control) PACK EXPO East brings together suppliers of packaging innovations for food, beverage, pharmaceutical/medical device, cosmetic/personal care, chemical/household and other packaged goods that serve companies of all sizes. Its location in Philadelphia places PACK EXPO East within 200 miles of one-third of U.S. consumer packaged goods companies. With 400 top suppliers and nearly 100,000 net square feet of exhibits, this trade show is the place to discuss production challenges and solutions in detail with suppliers of all sizes. It is a must-see opportunity for the entire operations team of all East Coast manufacturers to experience

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro technology in action. Register for PACK EXPO East at packexpoeast.com. About PMMI

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, represents the voice of more than 750 North American manufacturers and suppliers of equipment, components and materials as well as providers of related equipment and services to the packaging and processing industry. We work to advance a variety of industries by connecting consumer goods companies with manufacturing solutions through the world-class PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows, leading trade media and a wide range of resources to empower our members. The PACK EXPO trade shows unite the world of processing and packaging to advance the industries they serve: PACK EXPO International, PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Healthcare Packaging EXPO, PACK EXPO East, EXPO PACK México, EXPO PACK Guadalajara and ProFood Tech, launching in April 2017. PMMI Media Group connects manufacturers to the latest solutions, trends and innovations in processing and packaging year-round through brands including Packaging World, Automation World, Healthcare Packaging, Contract Packaging, ProFood World and Packaging + Processing OEM. PMMI Business Drivers assist members in pursuing operational excellence through workforce development initiatives, deliver actionable business intelligence on economic, market and industry trends to support members' growth strategies, and actively connect the supply chain throughout the year.

PMMI is Your Gateway to the Largest Economy in the World ore than 165 members of PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing M Technologies, will represent the lucrative North American market, while showcasing global processing and packaging machinery solutions at interpack (Düsseldorf, Germany; May 4–10, 2017). A triannual international trade fair for packaging and related processing industries, interpack serves the food, beverage, confectionery, bakery, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, non-food and industrial goods sectors. As the biggest and most influential packaging and processing association in the largest economy in the world, PMMI is the strongest partner to facilitate North American business through its PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows, PMMI Media Group and business drivers that equip the industry to succeed in a global marketplace. PMMI is the number one gateway to the North American market. “PMMI offers invaluable resources to manufacturers wanting to do business in North America,”

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro says Charles D. Yuska, president and CEO, PMMI. “Our three business units work together to connect suppliers with customers year-round and drive the innovation needed to move the industry forward. We do this through our PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows, PMMI Media Group and business drivers that provide the industry tools to succeed in a global marketplace.” At interpack, PMMI’s Business Intelligence will release its 2017 Global Packaging Trends report. This report explores key trends driving packaging innovations such as increasing awareness of health and wellness and growing concerns about environmental impact while identifying hot spots for packaging growth in all regions of the world. The PMMI booth will also offer a thorough primer on its world-class PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows. As the leading processing and packaging shows in North America, each is designed to connect consumer goods companies with manufacturing solutions. “The next installment of the PMMI portfolio of trade shows, PACK EXPO Las Vegas, takes place at the end of September and is an unparalleled resource for those aiming to break into the North American market while connecting with even more PMMI companies,” says Jim Pittas, senior vice president, PMMI. In addition, representatives from PMMI’s Media Group will be on-hand to showcase its leading publications, events and online media connecting the global supply chain. PMMI’s Media Group produces information for processing and packaging professionals, bringing together solution providers and end users of packaging, processing and industrial automation. The PMMI booth (Hall 12; Stand F01) will have pocket guides readily available that attendees can use to locate PMMI member companies exhibiting at the show. The pocket guide identifies these members alphabetically, cross-referenced by the types of machines they produce. “PMMI members are globally renowned for making the highest quality equipment, offering responsive service and committing to meeting their customers’ needs,” Yuska says. “Their active participation at interpack is a testament to the robust North American market and the innovations offered by our members designed to serve the international marketplace.” For more information about interpack, visit www.interpack.com. For more information about PMMI, visit PMMI.org.

Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Infographic Shows Industry Growth

With PACK EXPO East (Feb. 27–March 1, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia) quickly approaching, show organizer PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, reports that the market for pharmaceuticals and medical devices continues to grow. In total, the 2015 pharmaceutical industry produced $1.1 trillion in global sales with

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro medical devices reaching $350 billion. PMMI explores the global expansion of the pharmaceutical and medical device market, including the impact of mergers and acquisitions in the associations’ latest infographic, “Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Market Trends.”

“With such significant industry growth, now is the time to invest in new technologies to improve operations and get prepared for more growth ahead,” says Paula Feldman, director, Business Intelligence, PMMI. “With two out of three companies predicting an increase in capital equipment over the next one to two years, the U.S. remains the largest market for pharmaceuticals and medical devices and there are great opportunities for OEMs in both segments.” U.S. shipments for the pharmaceutical market accounted for 70 percent of the sector, while medical devices made up 30 percent. Legacy lines are driving equipment change. Manufacturers have outdated equipment that needs replacing now or in the very near future. Branded and specialty drugs and innovative medical devices will likely drive spending growth in the developed markets, while an overall increase in the use of pharmaceuticals and medical devices will likely spur growth in emerging markets. An aging population, longer life expectancy and a general increase in rare or chronic diseases is impacting healthcare worldwide. As the infographic shows, global medicine use is expected to reach 4.5 trillion doses by 2020, up 24 percent from 2015, emphasizing the opportunity in this market segment. Industry consolidation continues to change the landscape of this sector. Mergers and acquisitions have seen double-digit growth in the past three years and remain a major component of strategic growth. Larger players are establishing strategic partnerships with smaller niche companies to increase the scope of product offerings and often to establish a foothold in offshore markets. For more detailed information on pharmaceutical and medical device industry trends including a

Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro look at trends in technology, equipment procurement, regulations and standards and the impact on manufacturing download PMMI’s 2016 Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Report.

PMMI’s PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows continuously brings opportunities for the packaging machinery industry to support and grow. PACK EXPO East 2017, the industry’s premier trade show experience in the East, returning to Philadelphia, brings together suppliers of packaging innovations for pharmaceutical/medical device, food, beverage, cosmetic/personal care, chemical/household and other packaged goods that serve companies of all sizes. With one-third of the nation’s consumer packaged goods companies and a significant number of major pharmaceutical manufacturers located within 200 miles of Philadelphia, PMMI is expecting another top-tier event for the growing industry.

Get Ready for a Great Show PACK EXPO East 2017 is just two weeks away (Feb. 27–March 1, 2017; Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia), which means it’s time to download the PACK EXPO East Mobile App. Powered by Pro Mach and available from the App Store or Google Play, the App helps find products, view exhibitor listings, search conference sessions, plan an agenda and serve as a guide for the three-day event. Produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, PACK EXPO East spans nearly 100,000 net square feet and features 400 exhibiting companies. Its location in Philadelphia places the show within 200 miles of one-third of U.S. consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs), including arguably the country’s largest concentration of life science and pharmaceutical industries. The intimacy of a regional event allows attendees and exhibitors to spend quality time understanding each other’s operations and the challenges both sides of the table face. The Innovation Stage at PACK EXPO East brings free 30-minute education sessions to the show floor for all attendees featuring fresh looks at breakthrough technologies, innovative applications and proven techniques. Learn from industry experts on topics such as One Cable Automation, trends in ERP systems, hygienic conveyors and hear from PMMI’s OpX Leadership Network on best practices focused on baking and delivering effective FATs. The Healthcare Packaging & Processing Conference (Feb. 27 and 28) will be of interest to more than just life science processing and packaging professionals with keynotes, sessions and technology workshops touching every facet of the industry: • • • •

Keynote: How to Succeed as a Packaging Professional in the Future Continuous Improvement on Your Packaging Line Data Integrity and Computerized Systems – Meeting FDA Expectations Sustainable and Cost-Effective Cold Chain Distribution Management

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro Conference registration is $130 per seminar, and includes access to the show floor. For a full schedule of the Healthcare Packaging & Processing Conference, download the Conference Brochure. Although the mobile app is a convenient way to get the most out of PACK EXPO East 2017, more tools and helpful information are available to make the most of your time at the show. My Show Planner is an easy-to-use, online planning tool that centralizes information like exhibitor listings and session schedules to create your personal itinerary for the show. If you’re looking to visit specific exhibitors, you can search for them by company name or keyword here. Answers to many questions about PACK EXPO East can be found on this page of FAQs. Those who are curious about trends in processing and packaging can check out the PACK EXPO In the Know eBook to get prepared for your visit to the show floor. If you have not yet registered for PACK EXPO East 2017, time is running out! Don’t miss this opportunity to experience machinery in action, forge meaningful relationships with peers, gain expertise via educational sessions and so much more. Register online at packexpoeast.com before it’s too late.

Drivers Change but Food Retains Steady Growth

With the first-ever ProFood Tech (April 4–6, 2017; McCormick Place, Chicago) quickly approaching, food processing machinery continues significant annual growth, increasing 11.3 percent, according to the 2017 Trends in Food Processing Operations report and accompanying infographic, “Food Processing Trends and Predictions for Tomorrow,” from PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies.

Powered by three of the world’s trade show leaders – PACK EXPO, Anuga and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) – and positioned as the most comprehensive food and beverage show in North America, ProFood Tech was launched to meet the demands of this growing market.

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Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro “Markets, channels and technology are changing the way consumers will purchase and consume food in the future,” says Jorge Izquierdo, vice president of market development for PACK EXPO producer PMMI. “Over the next fifteen years expect to see significant changes to food manufacturing and sourcing, such as shorter supply chains because of transportation expense, growth of local production, benefits of microtechnology and nanotechnology for more sustainable production of food and improved taste, as well as stronger competition for land use as food, fuel and fiber battle for space.” Currently, the industry is served by a relatively small amount of global producers that span multiple food verticals and channels. Cross-border investments are merging some of the world’s best known food brands in order to achieve growth. The majority of food processing establishments are small plants, but large plants represent a higher percentage of total value of shipments. While small plants accounted for 66 percent of all food processing establishments and large plants accounted for 12 percent, 77 percent of the total value of shipments is represented by large plants while small plants represent only four percent. The food and beverage segments total value of shipments was $730 billion in 2014. Shelf stable foods hold the largest individual market share (21.9 percent), followed by the meat, poultry and seafood segment (17.3 percent). The retail landscape is shifting from the traditional grocery store to specialty and convenience stores. For example, in 1988, 90 percent of the retail landscape was represented by traditional grocery stores compared to 46 percent in 2014. Consumer demand for convenient and healthy food options continues to impact food processors. New product launches with plant-based claims have increased almost seven-fold since 2011 and organic products have seen a 25 percent increase in sales since 2012. Packaged food companies are increasingly turning to snacks as an avenue for growth and nearly 60 percent of new snack launches were positioned as healthy in some way. Food manufacturers predict an increase in automation and robotics due to a need for more flexible machinery to run manufacturing lines more efficiently. Sixty-three percent of companies that participated in the study are actively exploring new processing technologies to improve food quality, eliminate contamination and prolong shelf life and nearly half of the participating companies expect to increase spending on equipment in the next two years. Processors can look to source much of this technology at the fast approaching ProFood Tech. This biennial show in Chicago is unprecedented in its ability to bring the industry together and address the key issues facing food and beverage processing operators and is the only event in North America focused exclusively on all food and beverage sectors. For more detailed information on food processing industry trends, download PMMI’s 2017 Trends in Food Processing Report.

Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

Americas Packaging 2020 Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro

Report by Hugo Hernandez Gusther, Eco preneur and founder of Edanaro