PACK EXPO East 2024 by PMMIMediaGroup

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for Packaging and Processing INCLUDED IN THIS GUIDE: 2 Quick Facts about PACK EXPO East 4 Preview of the Show 6 Packaging Design Trends 12 Exhibitor List 14 Advertiser Profiles

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Welcome to PACK EXPO East 2024

n behalf of the PMMI Media Group and Packaging World magazine, President David Newcorn and I would like to welcome you to PACK EXPO East 2024. We’re bringing the positive momentum generated at last fall’s PACK EXPO Las Vegas to Philadelphia, eager to connect at PACK EXPO East’s largest edition to date. In 2022, PACK EXPO East brought a sense of returning to form, having weathered the challenges that marked the preceding years. The show’s growth as we gather once again in Philadelphia, now hosting 7,000 industry professionals and over 400 exhibitors, is a testament to our industry’s resilience. The Northeastern United States is home to nearly one-third of the nation’s top CPGs, making it a vital area to serve when it comes to packaging and processing innovation. This show’s regionality brings that innovation to your doorstep. Instead of a select few flying out to Las Vegas or Chicago, your whole team can take an easy drive or train ride to see machinery first-hand, find dependable packaging solutions, and access world-class educational and networking opportunities. “PACK EXPO East brings unparalleled value to manufacturers in this region and beyond. This show provides attendees an up-close view of the latest packaging and processing solutions, an opportunity to make new connections, and personalized help for their biggest manufacturing needs,” says Jim Pittas, president and CEO, PMMI. “PACK EXPO East’s convenient location makes it a must-attend event for packaging and processing professionals in the region seeking to improve and grow their operations.” For seasoned PACK EXPO East attendees and newcomers alike, this year’s show brings plenty of new features to be excited about. The Industry Speaks stage (Booth 1653) makes its Philadelphia debut this year, hosting experts from various industry verticals as they address hot topics and industry trends. That’s in addition to the Innovation Stage (Booth 1153), where exhibitors will share breakthrough technologies, innovative applications, and proven approaches in 30-minute seminars throughout the day. This show is as much about the people as it is the latest technology. Workforce challenges have become commonplace in the 2020’s, but PACK EXPO East is here to help. Be sure to check out the Workforce Development Pavilion or the Certified Trainer Workshop for indispensable resources to help grow your workforce and develop your existing staff and employees to keep them engaged and feeling valued. Watch out for tomorrow’s industry leaders making their way through the halls, too. We’re getting students involved and excited about packaging and processing careers with a James Bond- or Mission Impossible-style, “mission-based” scavenger hunt on the show floor. Now for the main attraction—this is your chance to see cutting-edge technology in action, meet representatives from top suppliers and share your latest project directly with them, and find solutions for your company that may have not even been on your radar. Exhibitors, that goes for you, too. What better place to connect with local CPGs of any size and find that next great working relationship? The exhibitor interest, as measured in occupied floor space, at PACK EXPO East 2024 compared to previous shows underscores the industry’s eagerness to come together and explore the latest technologies. It further proves what we know from shows past; face-to-face, personalized interactions are crucial for finding innovative solutions and staying ahead of industry demands. I won’t dig into every detail on what’s ahead for you in the show – that’s what the next few pages are for. As for the vendors you’re hoping to see, flip to page 10 for a full listing. Dave and I are thrilled to be back in Philadelphia to catch up with you all and see the industry’s east-coast sector in action. Fitting for the birthplace of America, let’s make it one for the books. Enjoy the show! –Matt Reynolds

David Newcorn President

Matt Reynolds Chief Editor

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Quick Facts About PACK EXPO East 2024 PACK EXPO East 2024 provides East Coast packaging and processing professionals a prime opportunity for exploration, networking, and firsthand exposure to cutting-edge innovations. The event takes place from March 18-20 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, a regional manufacturing hub that is easily accessible to a significant portion of the Eastern United States. With 7,000 attendees representing 40-plus vertical markets gathering to explore more than 400 exhibitors spread out over 100,000 net sq ft of exhibit space, it’s the largest PACK EXPO East to date. The show’s expansion underscores its growing significance, offering an event where attendees can delve into personalized discussions with exhibitors, fostering productive exchanges on solutions to their manufacturing challenges. PACK EXPO East 2024 addresses critical industry issues such as sustainability, automation, AI, e-commerce, and workforce development. The event enables informed decision-making on capital investments through firsthand experiences with equipment and materials for companies of all sizes. Teams are encouraged to seize the opportunity to witness innovation in action and discover solutions tailored to their specific packaging and processing needs.

Why attend? Top 5 Reasons

PACK EXPO East: Where, when, and how to attend

Accessible to much of the East Coast, PACK EXPO East provides a convenient and affordable way for entire teams to have a “PACK EXPO” experience, which will help your company: • Spark discussion, collaboration, creative thinking, and problemsolving around current projects and future goals. • Make informed capital investment decisions by bringing varying perspectives and expertise to the table. • Motivate, incentivize, and mentor younger employees, and develop the next generation of leaders.

March 18 – 20, 2024 Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Exhibit Hours Monday and Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Registration is $130. For more information and to register, visit packexpoeast.com.

Who exhibits PACK EXPO East is a convenient and valuable opportunity for professionals hailing from CPGs and life science companies up and down the East Coast. The show offers exploration of the newest packaging and processing technologies while providing dedicated time for in-depth discussions with leading suppliers and industry thought leaders. Vertical markets represented include: • Food and Beverage Processing Equipment/Machinery • Life Sciences Processing Equipment/Machinery • Cosmetics/Personal Care • Industrial/Household Chemical • Chemicals • Automation, Controls and Related Components • Packaging Equipment/Machinery • Packaging Materials and Containers • Packaging Services and Supplies

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The following are just a few reasons to attend PACK EXPO East. It’s the largest show to date: PACK EXPO East continues to grow with more than 400 exhibitors offering solutions for 40-plus vertical markets spread out over 100,000 net sq ft of exhibit space, making it the largest PACK EXPO East to date. See innovation in action: Get a front row seat to the latest machinery and technology that the industry has to offer. There’s something for everyone: With more than 40 vertical markets present, discover countless innovative crossover solutions from different industries. Get personalized attention: Attendees can have one-on-one, productive discussions with exhibitors to learn how these innovations can solve some of their most challenging manufacturing issues. An unbeatable location: Known as an innovation and manufacturing hub, Philadelphia is convenient, affordable, and feasible for many companies to send teams.

Bring the whole team

Show Features • Industry Speaks: New to PACK EXPO East! Industry experts across multiple verticals will address today’s most pressing topics and industry trends such as sustainability, remote access, supply chain solutions, augmented reality, and operational efficiency. Located in Booth 1653. • Innovation Stage: In the center of the action, the Innovation Stage offers ample opportunity for professional enrichment while at PACK EXPO East. Exhibitors present free, 30-minute seminars throughout the day. The Innovation Stage is a valuable opportunity for attendees to learn about groundbreaking technologies, innovative applications, and proven strategies from the experts themselves. Located in Booth 1153.

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• Reusable Packaging Pavilion: Sponsored by the Reusable Packaging Association, this pavilion will present sustainable packaging solutions to help reduce waste, cut costs, and gain supply chain efficiency. Explore reusable transport packaging products and services and see innovative reuse solutions. • Association Partner Pavilion: Discover leading associations dedicated to advancing the packaging and processing industry, offering significant resources, insights and expertise all in one central location. Participating associations already confirmed include RPA, Institute of Packaging Professionals, Contract Packaging Association, Flexible Packaging Association, OMAC – Organization for Machine Automation & Control, the Foundation For Supply Chain Solutions (F4SS), International Society of Beverage Technologists, with more to come. • Workforce Development Pavilion: This is the one-stop-shop for resources to strengthen your business’ current workforce and grow the existing workforce. Schools will present their packaging and processing offerings, and companies can meet students interested in careers in the industry. • Professional Development: PMMI is offering popular training workshops at the Pennsylvania Convention Center to coincide with PACK EXPO East. • Certified Trainer Workshop – Monday, March 18 and Tuesday, March 19, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This workshop gives companies the strategies and tactics to train well across all employee skill levels including service technicians, service and training managers, maintenance technicians, internal trainers, line supervisors, and any employee tasked with training fellow employees or customers. Register at pwgo.to/8215. Located in Room 107B. • Student Opportunities: PACK EXPO East offers programs and activities aimed at getting students excited about careers in packaging and processing. Scavenger Hunt – New to PACK EXPO East! Local students will have a chance to test their packaging and processing

knowledge by accepting “missions,” James Bond-style, in a scavenger hunt taking place on the show floor. Learn more and register at pwgo.to/8216. • Welcome Reception: Once the show floor closes on day one, gather with peers at the PACK EXPO East “A Taste of Philly” opening reception on Monday, March 18 and enjoy networking with fellow show attendees. Located in the Grand Hall. • Young Professionals Network (YPN) Reception: Unwind with other young professionals in packaging and processing at PMMI’s YPN free networking reception. Learn more about the industry and connect with your young professional peers on Monday, March 18 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at SPIN Philadelphia. Visit pwgo.to/8227 to register. • Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) Reception: Launched in 2016, PPWLN serves to recruit, retain and advance women in processing and packaging. The PPWLN networking reception sponsored by ID Technology and Morrison Container Handling Solutions will take place on Tuesday, March 19, after the show floor closes from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Located in Room 204C. Visit pwgo.to/8228 to register. • My Show Planner: Visit packexpoeast.com and utilize My Show Planner to prepare for your time at PACK EXPO East. Create a personalized plan with exhibitors and products you are interested in and get recommendations for your unique needs, save exhibitors and products you’re interested in, and get recommendations unique to your needs. • PACK EXPO East Mobile App: Navigate the show like a pro with the free mobile app. Sponsored by ProMach, Inc. • Look up exhibitors, products and educational sessions • Create and save a personal agenda of what you want to see and do • Navigate from booth to booth with the interactive map • Get news and notifications about demos, giveaways and more • Access your agenda anywhere

Also taking place at PACK EXPO East • F4SS Conference, March 19-20, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia • Supply Chain professionals should make time for the Foundation for Supply Chain Solutions’ (F4SS) Spring Connect 2024 conference at PACK EXPO East. Learn from your peers on the issues currently being faced in the Supply Chain. Hear from industry leaders about the top trends impacting the supply chain and how F4SS is addressing ESG/sustainability regulations. Benchmark and network with leaders and learn how companies navigated supply chain complexity over the last three years. For more information and to register, visit pwgo.to/8214. • Vision 2030, Wednesday, March 20, Pennsylvania Convention Center (Room 307AB) • Identify and address critical challenges in packaging and processing operations with your peers at PMMI’s Vision 2030 session. Develop joint solutions and better understand your packaging and processing partners. Attendance is by invite only. Contact Andrea Admana (aadmana@pmmi.org) for details. PACKAGING WORLD

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Previewing PACK EXPO East 2024 By Casey Flanagan, Digital Editor

oming on the heels of a record-breaking PACK EXPO Las Vegas, PACK EXPO East 2024 has all the makings of the “PACK EXPO experience” in a regional package. The show packs quite a punch when it comes to delivering a high-quality, high-value experience for East Coast companies looking for the latest packaging and processing solutions for their manufacturing needs. Taking place from March 18-20 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PACK EXPO East 2024 will be the show’s largest edition to date. With 7,000 attendees gathering to explore more than 400 exhibitors providing solutions for 40-plus vertical markets spread over 100,000 net sq ft of space, PACK EXPO East is the most comprehensive show of its kind on the East Coast. Several factors account for the show’s expansion. As PMMI’s most recent State of the Industry report (pwgo.to/8223) highlights, industry growth remained steady at a healthy 3.4% with the total size of the market in the U.S. reaching $10.2 billion. A growing industry demands the latest innovations and technology to meet its goals and solve its greatest manufacturing challenges. With more than 40 vertical markets present at PACK EXPO East 2024, attendees can discover many innovative crossover solutions from different industries. The show’s Philadelphia location places it within 200 miles of many consumer packaged goods (CPG) and life sciences companies as well as top national manu-

facturers. A convenient drive, train ride, or flight from most of the East Coast allows companies to send their teams to get a frontrow seat to the industry’s latest technologies. Attendees from a wide array of industries, including food and beverage, cosmetics, personal care, industrial and household products, as well as other CPG and life sciences companies, converge at PACK EXPO East. They come to see the latest innovations in packaging and processing solutions, with cutting-edge technologies making their debut at the event. By experiencing solutions in person and evaluating equipment and materials firsthand, attendees can make informed decisions about crucial capital investments. PACK EXPO East caters to companies of all sizes, extending its offerings to both small emerging brands and large, multi-billion-dollar organizations. “PACK EXPO East is regionally focused, but its impact extends beyond the East Coast. You have national and international consumer-packaged goods and life sciences companies in the region attending to find the latest machinery and technology to meet the demands of a growing industry. The connections and purchases made here are invaluable,” says Laura Thompson, vice president of trade shows, PMMI.

Bring the whole team Conveniently located for much of the East Coast, PACK EXPO East offers an accessible and cost-effective way for entire teams to immerse themselves in the exciting PACK EXPO experience. Attendees have the opportunity for personalized and productive discussions with exhibitors, gaining insights into how innovations can address their most challenging manufacturing issues. The event allows participants to address projects or needs that arise over the winter or in the first quarter of the year. Furthermore, PACK EXPO East showcases the latest market innovations to meet business needs and stay abreast of trends in sustainability, automation, AI, e-commerce, workforce development, and much more. So, bring your toughest challenges, explore the show floor, engage with exhibitors, and don’t be afraid to ask hard questions. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at what you find to meet your needs when collaborating as a team and thinking outside of the box.

Educational and networking opportunities abound In addition to the hundreds of solutions on the show floor, attendees can engage with some of the industry’s leading experts and thought leaders on the latest trends and

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topics in packaging and processing. Taking center stage are Industry Speaks and the Innovation Stage, offering dozens of free learning sessions. Sustainable packaging solutions are all the rage in the Reusable Packaging Pavilion sponsored by the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA). You’ll find even more resources, insights and expertise at the Association Partner Pavilion featuring leading associations in packaging and processing. Workforce issues remain a critical topic in the industry and PACK EXPO East offers many features to address those needs. Visit the Workforce Development Pavilion for insights and resources on how to grow your workforce and develop your existing team. PMMI’s popular Certified Trainer Workshop will also take place during the show. Visit pwgo.to/8215 for more information and to register your employees. You cannot talk about workforce without thinking about the next generation of industry leaders. A Scavenger Hunt taking place during the show allows students to get involved and excited about careers in packaging and processing. When the show floor closes for the day, get ready to gather with your peers at your choice of networking events. The show’s “A Taste of Philly” Opening Reception takes place at the convention center on Monday, March 18 at 4:00 p.m. The Young Professionals Networking Reception will take place off-site at nearby SPIN Philadelphia on Monday, March 18 at 5:00 p.m. The Packaging and Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN), sponsored by ID Technology and Morrison Container Handling Solutions, will hold its reception on Tuesday, March 19 at 4:00 p.m. at the convention center. Don’t forget about the must-attend event for Supply Chain professionals, the F4SS Spring Connect 2024 Conference (pwgo.to/8214) taking place on March 19-20 at the

Pennsylvania Convention Center. Separate registration is required. And finally, check out PMMI’s VIsion 2030 Session, taking place Wednesday, March 20, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (Room 307AB). Work alongside your peers to develop join solutions, network, and better understand your packaging and processing partners. Attendance is by invite only. Contact Andrea Admana (aadmana@pmmi.org) for details. Attendees are encouraged to use My Show Planner to create an itinerary for the event. Also, download the free PACK EXPO East Mobile App, sponsored by ProMach, Inc., to help you navigate the show. “PACK EXPO East makes it so much easier to connect in person and see the machinery that you are interested in investing in. There is such a wide range of exhibitors here serving almost all industries I can think of that you are bound to find the solution you are looking for. The educational opportunities available are an amazing bonus to an already irreplaceable show,” says Jesse Gracey, production equipment manager, Allen Distribution. PACK EXPO East’s convenient location, cutting-edge machinery solutions, and applicable educational opportunities make it a must-see event for East Coast packaging and processing professionals. Visit packexpoeast.com to register and find more information about these valuable tools. PW

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2024 Packaging Trends Fortold by 2023 AmeriStar Awards Twenty-four professional and five student submissions were selected as recipients of the 2023 AmeriStar Award, a design competition in the packaging industry produced by the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP). These cutting edge packs are predictive of trends we see playing out at a larger scale in 2024 and beyond.

panel of judges from diverse packaging industry segments evaluated package entries across 17 categories for professional and student awards (find student award winners at pwgo.to/8040). Annie’s, a General Mills brand, came away with the program’s prestigious Best in Show for an evolving application that certainly has roots in sustainability, but not at the expense of other key elements like product protection, a nifty appearance, and user-friendly convenience and function. This multi-pronged approach seems to be a permeating theme among this year’s winners—sustainability might be king, but brands and their suppliers are moving the ball forward on multiple fronts, all at once. These are the winners of the 2023 Professional AmeriStar Awards.

Best in Show Annie’s Certified Compostable Printed Shelf Stable Mac & Cheese Cup (1) from General Mills—Judges

say that this cup revolutionizes single-use packaging with technical innovation. Using wet molded fiber that’s not traditionally used for shelf-stable products, it equals polypropylene thermoform in functionality. Advanced features include direct flexographic printing of high-quality graphics, grease and water protection, and an improved sustainability profile (more on that below). An enhanced consumer experience via user-friendly design includes improved convenience, comfort, and heat retention. Facebook research guided a consumer-focused communication strategy, highlighting the cup’s appealing look and emphasizing its eco-friendly benefits. Initially launched in March 2021, the package continues to improve based on real-world feedback, earning it a Best in Show award now in 2023. In addition to its Best in Show win, this cup also earns a nod in the Sustainable category (other winners listed on page

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38) for addressing consumer demands for eco-friendly packaging. By replacing traditional thermoformed PP cups with molded fiber technology, the company reduced its carbon footprint by 45%. The cup also features a renewable spray coating for grease and water resistance. The compostable nature of the cup eliminates the need for rinsing, providing an environmentally friendly disposal option. Plus, the clever marketing strategy emphasizes the cup’s paper-like appearance and environmental benefits. The pack exemplifies technical advancement on several levels, from form, to function, to sustainability.

Cosmetics Bobbi Brown Luxe Lipstick Repack from Estée Lauder Companies (ELC)—Deserving of an AmeriStar award for its technical and eco-friendly excellence, this package’s modern design is inspired by the NYC skyline. With sleek, sharp lines and a visually elongated form, the package elevates the lipstick’s appearance. Notably, it prioritizes sustainability through a refillable, all-aluminum, and magnet-free mechanism, featuring 90% Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) content in the outer cap and base parts. This is another instance of packaging designers working with multiple goals in mind, and more importantly, delivering on several of them at once.

Design Excellence Sharpie Ultimate Collection Pack from Newell Brands and WestRock—This collection pack reimagines packaging with technical brilliance, judges say. Bold, bright, and reusable, it highlights upgraded materials, hinged wings, and a striking design to enhance the user experience. Its unique shape and premium structure create a powerful shelf impact, effectively conveying the category giant Sharpie brand.

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2024 PACKAGING TRENDS 2 Perflex’s Grab-N-Go Shrink Bag for Bulky Meat and Poultry (2) from Amcor Flexibles North America—Judges say that this package’s technical prowess and market impact redefines the industry by offering the first-ever effective shrink bag with integral handle for heavy meat and poultry products. With a simple, strong threehole handle and high-impact printing, it provides brand differentiation and convenience for consumers. The innovative one-piece design streamlines production, delivering significant savings and sustainability benefits.

Thermoformed PCR Smartphone Screen Protector Installation Tool from Plastic Ingenuity and Otter Products—The judges probably had scratched smartphones in their pockets, or maybe their hands, when they evaluated this entry. Here, an innovative redesign enhances the user experience by simplifying smartphone screen protector installation—

Submit Your Innovative Pack Design

Brands, agencies, and manufacturers alike can submit their innovative or interesting new packaging designs to be considered for a 2024 AmeriStar Award in one of 17 categories. Winning AmeriStar entries receive: • Industry-wide recognition in the Showcase of Packaging Innovations at PACK EXPO International • WorldStar Packaging Award competition eligibility • Brand exposure in leading trade publications, such as Packaging World • Social media coverage on IoPP LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook pages • A display trophy The competition closes on April 30, 2024, judging begins in June, 2024, and the winners will be announced in August 2024. Visit pwgo.to/8213 for more information.

the package itself becomes a functional aid to screen protector application. The versatile tray accommodates various phone sizes with precision, reducing SKUs and cost. The eco-friendly PCR PET material furthers the package’s appeal, aligning with Otter’s commitment to sustainability. This makes for a functional, user-friendly, and environmentally conscious packaging solution. Sol de Janeiro Rio Deo Deodorant Stick from Viva Healthcare Packaging—This package earns an AmeriStar award for its cheerful, sustainable, and functional design that supports the circular plastic economy. Using in-mold label (IML) technology, it boasts high-definition, bathroom- and shower-friendly decoration on 100% PCR material. The refill cartridge system enhances usability, enabling easy refills and reducing plastic waste by over 50%, according to the entry.

Refrigerated Food The Crystal Seal Cravings PET deli cups (3) from Placon—These EcoStar PCR PET cups offer clear product visibility and a patented tamper-evident base-to-lid closure mechanism for enhanced safety. Their unique design facilitates stacking, easy use, and reusability, making them perfect for onthe-go deli and prepared food products. Judges say this is cup is a game-changer in convenience and safety for both consumers and retailers.

Kirkland Signature 13% PCR Saddle Packs from TC Transcontinental Packaging—Incorporating 13.4% PCR content without compromising package performance, this innovative packaging solution diverts plastic waste from landfills. The multi-layer coextruded film maintains product protection and freshness while supporting a circular economy, aligning with Kirkland’s commit4 ments to sustainability.

Shelf Stable Food Old El Paso Tortilla Pockets Package (4) from General Mills— Earning an AmeriStar for its advancements in protecting product integrity and

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QUADFLEX Recyclable Package (5) from Nestlé Purina and ProAmpac— This interesting package solution caught judges’ eyes with its transition from multi-layer to mono-material packaging, reducing virgin plastic use by one-third. The patent-pending mono-material is prequalified for recycling programs, providing enhanced sustainability and maintaining machinability on existing equipment. The pouch offers a premium look with excellent branding opportunities and environmental benefits, including recyclability in polyethylene streams—a winwin solution for sustainability and performance in the packaging industry.

Household Products Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Foaming Hand Soap Starter Kit (6) from SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands— With up to 99% reduced plastic use compared to single-use bottles, this durable glass hand soap bottle is infinitely recyclable and refillable. The packaging includes clear usage in-

structions and aesthetic details, making it user-friendly and uniquely Mrs. Meyer’s. The kit caters to both e-commerce and retail channels with a consistent unboxing experience, and minimal dunnage highlights the strong and compact design. Another instance of the wider theme, this pack represents a seamless combination of sustainability, functionality, and appealing design.

Industrial/Commercial McCoy Dunnage-Free IBC Liners for Bulk Liquid Aseptic Products from Amcor—This liner changes the industry narrative and advances bulk liquid transport, making it an AmeriStar-winning entry. By eliminating the need for extra secondary packaging, it reduces waste, costs, and carbon footprint. Advanced material science and a patent-pending design make it two times stronger than typical aseptic liners, ensuring product integrity during high-abuse transport, judges say.

Medical Device SEEkey Transit Tray Optimization from Integer—This

tray was developed for wire spools and eliminates the popping/flying issue caused by traditional undercut snaps, providing enhanced control and security and alleviating a user pain point. Its thin, 25-mil design reduces plastic usage, achieving a 44% reduction in material and 24% cost savings. The tray’s versatility in locking and unlocking offers efficient product organization, while dual-nested spacing levels reduce secondary packaging and improve sustainability. Plus, its continuous stack design ensures strength and passes rigorous testing requirements. CapSure sterile barrier packaging system (7) from Guardian Medical USA Inc.—With high marks awarded to it for performance and economy, this packaging system uses impact-resistant Tritan co-polyester to deliver superior protection with just a single barrier, reducing the package’s size and footprint. The intuitive design enhances aseptic handling and identification, while the pre-validated 10-year shelf life offers supply chain flexibility. Eco-friendly and versatile, it is a game-changer for orthopedic device packaging judges say, providing a complete and efficient solution.

Titan 2.0 Cord Cutter Tray, Retainer, and Triangu-

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lar Stand from Prent Corp. and Standard Bariatrics, Inc.—This thermoformed solution earns an AmeriStar award for a streamlined package that reduces material usage, carton size, and overall weight, optimizing workflow and saving valuable time during operations. The complex single-part design protects the device during transportation, doubles as a stand for prepping (again, the pack itself serves an extra functional purpose), and prevents accidental activation.

Sustainable Packaging Scotch Cushion Lock Protective Wrap from 3M—Engineered with a proprietary hexagonal pattern inspired by kirigami [a folded-paper art, similar to origami], this wrap transforms a flat sheet of paper into a three-dimensional wrap that cushions, immobilizes, and conforms to items for proven protection during shipping, moving, or storage. Its unique design maximizes space efficiency, reduces plastic waste, and simplifies the packing process while offering exceptional protection and sustainability, according to judges. RIO Molded Fiber Fly Line Spooler (8) from EnviroPAK—An innovative and environmentally sustainable solution deserving of an AmeriStar award, this package is made from 100% biodegradable recycled paper. It functions flawlessly, judges say, spooling all line diameters and lengths up to 120 ft. By replacing polypropylene, it reduces single-use plastic waste significantly, meeting RIO’s stringent quality and eco-friendly requirements while leaving no trace in the environment if it falls into the water. GREENIS Dispenser (9) from Dermalogica and Coradin— 9 Judges say this pack is an e-commerce-friendly, consumer-friendly, and environmentally responsible solution that’s made mostly from recyclable polypropylene with minimal TPE, offering precise dosing for consumer convenience and protection for the product’s active ingredients. The lightweight design reduces shipping costs, while its environmental impact is minimized using PCR plastic and optimized packaging weight.

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages’ Mini KeelClip from Graph-

ic Packaging International—Made

from renewable plant-based fiber, the sustainable paperboard clip replaces plastic rings on mini-can multipacks. The recyclable packaging maintains can orientation, offers easy removal, and is fully recyclable in paper waste streams. This package significantly reduces plastic usage, aligning with Coca-Cola’s “World Without Waste” vision. Its eco-friendly design, brand impact, and efficient production earned this package an AmeriStar award. Visit pwgo.to/8041 to read Packaging World’s coverage of this pack.

Paper-based, Recyclable Chocolate Bar Wrappers from Mars Wrigley—Certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), this pioneering wrapper eliminates 360 tons of plastic waste and aligns with industry sustainability commitments. It incorporates a mechanical recycling loop through curbside recycling in Australia, and its extensive testing into odor, product taint, residual solvents, migration, and barriers for water vapor and oxygen in various climates ensure its performance matches traditional materials. Visit pwgo.to/8042 to read Packaging World’s coverage of this pack. Pentel RSVP PaperBlister Package from Sonoco Alloyd—Made entirely from paper, this package is highly sustainable from production to shelf. It is plastic-free and recyclable in curbside paper streams, and the retrofit of existing equipment saved costs and prevented old machinery from going to landfills. The flat-pack design allows for more efficient shipping, reducing environmental impact. It serves as a 360deg marketing billboard while ensuring product protection, making it a deserving winner of an AmeriStar award in the sustainability category. Visit pwgo.to/8043 to read Packaging World’s coverage of this pack.

Axe Green Geranium Deodorant Stick (2.6 oz) (10) from Viva Healthcare Packaging—The eco-friendly nature of this package was a clear winner to judges in the sustainability category. It features inmold label (IML) decoration, 100% PCR polypropylene, and is fully recyclable. With no virgin plastic, over 95% recycled material, and alignment with Unilever’s sustainability goals, it sets a new standard for eco-friendly deodorant packaging. The vivid artwork, ease of use, and environmental benefits make them a top choice for eco-conscious consumers.

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Pack Designers Eye Peach Fuzz, Pantone’s 2024 Color of the Year At a time of turmoil in the world, pack designers should consider incorporating ‘a compassionate and nurturing shade conveying a heartfelt kindness’. Peach Fuzz checks those boxes. By Anne Marie Mohan, Senior Editor

lobal color authority Pantone announced that Pantone13-1023 Peach Fuzz, described as “a velvety, gentle peach whose all-embracing spirit enriches mind, body, and soul,” is the 2024 Pantone Color of the Year. According to the company, at a time of turmoil in many aspects of our lives, our need for nurturing, empathy, and compassion grows ever stronger as do our imaginings of a more peaceful future. It adds that Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, a warm and cozy shade highlighting our desire for togetherness with others and the feeling of sanctuary this creates, presents a fresh approach to a new softness. “Subtly sensual, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz is a heartfelt peach hue bringing a feeling of tenderness and communicating a message of caring and sharing, community and collaboration,” it notes. “A cozy peach hue softly nestled between pink and orange, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz brings belonging and inspires recalibrations and an opportunity for nurturing, conjuring up an air of calm, offering us a space to be, feel, and heal and to flourish, whether spending time with others or taking the time to enjoy a moment by ourselves,” says Latrice Eiseman, executive director, Pantone. “Drawing comfort from Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, we can find peace from within, impacting our wellbeing. An idea as much as a feeling, Pantone 13-1023 awakens our senses to the comforting presence of tactility and cocooned warmth.” Said by Pantone to be “sensitive but sweet and airy,” Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz evokes a new modernity. The company adds that while centered in the human experience of enriching and nurturing the mind, body, and soul, the color is also a quietly sophisticated and contemporary peach with depth whose gentle lightness is understated but impactful, bringing beauty to the digital world. “Poetic and romantic, a clean peach tone with a vintage vibe, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz reflects the past yet has been rephrased to have a contemporary ambiance,” it says. The introduction of Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz also marks the 25th anniversary of the Pantone Color of the Year program. First introduced by the Pantone Color Institute in 1999 with the Pantone Color of the Year, Pantone 15-4020 Cerulean Blue, the Pantone Color of the Year captures the global zeitgeist, serving as an expression of a mood and an attitude on the part of the consumer. Through the years, the Pantone Color of the Year pro-

Global color authority Pantone has announced that Pantone13-1023 Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Color of the Year selection for 2024. Photo courtesy of The Development.

gram has become a globally iconic cultural touchstone, drawing attention to how what is taking place in our global culture is reflected and expressed through the language of color. According to Pantone, the Color of the Year selection process requires thoughtful consideration and trend analysis. To arrive at the selection each year, Pantone’s color experts at Pantone Color Institute comb the world looking for new color influences. This can include the entertainment industry and films in production, traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of design, and popular travel destinations, as well as new lifestyles, playstyles, and socio-economic conditions. Influences may also stem from new technologies, materials, textures, and effects that impact color, relevant social media platforms, and even upcoming sporting events that capture worldwide attention. Since 1999, Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced product development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries, including fashion, home furnishings, and industrial design, as well as product packaging and graphic design. Commenting on the use of Pantone 13-1023 in packaging and multimedia, Pantone says that the color “warmly welcomes,” inviting consumers to reach out and engage, making it an enticing shade for a variety of products from food and beverage to cosmetics and accessories. Adds the company, “Inspiring thoughts of sweet and delicate tastes and scents, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz tempts the tastebuds with thoughts of delectable fruits and delicious fruits that continue to please.” PW PACKAGING WORLD

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Special Section

Exhibitors

at PACK EXPO East This alphabetical list of exhibitors is the perfect place to begin your show planning. Note that all advertisers in this issue are listed in blue. Exhibitor list as of January 5, 2024

A A-B-C Packaging Machine Corp., 1000 Accutek Packaging Equipment Co., Inc., 1301 ACSIS, Inc., 829

ADCO Manufacturing, 1116 See our ad on pg. 16

Admix, Inc., 1043 Advantech Corporation, 1432 Aesus Inc., 501 AFA Systems Ltd., 446 AFC Materials Group, 1330 Aflex Packaging LLC, 709 Air and Water Systems, LLC, 1458 Air Control Industries, 804 All Packaging Machinery Corp., 1327 Allen Field Company, Inc., 738 All-Fill, Inc., 1126 ALLIEDFLEX Technologies, Inc., 1016 ALOE Group, LLC, 1539 Alro Steel & Plastics, 1428 Altech Corporation, 702

American Film & Machine, 1816 See our ad on pg. 14, 15

American Holt Corp., 819 American Sleeve Technology Inc., 1257 AMERISCEND, 601 AMS Filling Systems, Inc., 1520 Anritsu - Product Inspection & Detection, 1306 APackaging Group, LLC, 1358 APPS Inc., 1952 Aripack, Inc, 1914 Arranti, 1436 A-SAFE Inc., 1352 AstroNova Product Identification, 1215 AT Information Products, Inc., 1515 Auger Manufacturing Specialists, 426 Auto Labe, 821 Auto-Mate Technologies LLC, 1313 Automation Distribution Inc, 631 Automation Intellect, 755 Avonflex Private Limited, 416 Axiflow Technologies, Inc, 700 Axon, 1117

Baumer hhs, 703 See our ad on pg. 17

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Caddi Inc, 505 CAM Packaging Systems, 413

Cama North America, 903 See our ad on pg. 18

Campbell Wrapper Corporation, 1241 Capmatic Ltd., 1503 Carleton Helical Technologies, 1400 Cascades, 951 Catalyx, 1737 CDA USA Inc., 1152 Charles Beseler Company, 1404 Chase-Logeman Corporation, 1421 Circle Packaging Machinery, Inc., 1241 Cleartec Packaging, 1430 Clevertech North America, 1336 Closer Robotics, 2052 CMC Design-Build, Inc., 1553

Delta Modtech, 1142 Deluxe Technology Group Co., Ltd., 546 DGI, 1908 Diagraph Marking & Coding, An ITW Company, 716 Dingye Machinery Company, 1413 Dispensa-Matic Label Dispensers, 1353 DMM Technology Corp., 2106 Domino Amjet, Inc., 1231 DONGGUAN ZHITENG PLASTIC PRODUCT CO., LTD, 534 Dongzheng Paperbag(Dalian) Factory, 2146 Dorner Mfg. Corp., 1527 DORTPAK AMBALAJ SAN. VE TIC. LTD. STI., 935 Doruk Kagit San Tic A.S., 441 Douglas Machine Inc., 1828 DPSS Lasers Inc., 1646 Dynaflex Private Limited, 1429

EAD Engineering, 1357

Eastey, 1816 See our ad on pg. 20

EB Packaging SDN BHD, 941 ECOEVER, 732

Econocorp, Inc., 1401 See our ad on pg. 21

Compass Wire Cloth Corp., 651 Complete Inspection Systems Inc., 401 Conveyor Handling Company (CHC), 513 Corruven Inc., 708 Coval Vacuum Technology, Inc., 2027 Craemer US Corporation, 1813 Curia (formerly AMRI), 403 Custom Pak Solutions, LLC, 1515

Edda Makine Ambalaj Nak Ins Kimya San Tic Ltd Sti, 1945 Effytec USA, 1241 EFP, LLC., 2006 Electrosteam Generator Corp, 1333 Elm Electrical, Inc., 1013 Emery Winslow Scale Company, 452 Emirates Printing Press, 607 Enercon Industries Corporation, 1027 Engineered Automation of Maine, 1714 Ennat Protections Corp, 608 E-PAK Machinery, Inc., 1709 Ersheen Packaging Industry, 858 ESS Technologies, Inc., 1145 Eukalin Corp Adhesives Specialist, 706 Evonik Corporation, 713 EXPO PACK Guadalajara 1101 EXPO PACK Mexico 1101

D&D Global, Inc., 756 Darnell-Rose, 733 Daumar Corporation, 1454 Decker Tape Products, Inc., 2003 Delkor Systems, Inc., 1827

FF.M. Howell & Company, 834 Factbird Inc, 1942 FACTRONICS USA, LLC, 731 Factur, 757 Fallas Automation, Inc., 1741

Columbia Machine, Inc., 1700 See our ad on pg. 19

Bairespack USA LLC, 1604

BellatRx Inc., 1927 Bellco Feeders, 734 Bell-Mark Sales Company, 1201 Benchmark Industrial, 1038 beRobox, 1537 BESSEN, 1609 BestCode, 1030 BIXOLON America Inc., 828 Blentech Corporation, 815 BluePrint Automation (BPA), 921 BOGOPACK SAS, 711 Bollhoff, 1439 BOPLAN USA INC, 2141 Boston Conveyor & Automation, 1736 Bradman Lake Inc., 1501 Brawn Mixer, 836 Buskro Ltd., 615 BW Flexible Systems, 616

FANUC America Corporation, 1817 FC Meyer Packaging, 1528 FEMC, 500 FILAMATIC, 1508 FlexSack By ABC Polymer Industries, 1944 FlowCrete/Key Resin, 907 FoodSafe Drains, 1414 FORMAFLO, 1035 Former Fab, Inc., 705 Formers International, Inc., 1403 Formic, 909 Formost Fuji Corporation, 1601 FP Developments, Inc., 1321 Fresh-Lock By Presto Products, 1305

Galapagos Packaging LLC, 813 Garrido USA, 627 Garvey Corporation, 1527 General Packaging Equipment Co., 1431 Goff’s Enterprises, Inc., 639 Goodway Technologies, 1540 Green Island Resource LLC, 556 Greener Corporation, 1303 Grip Systems Ltd, 1841

Haaga Sweepers/Bissell BigGreen Commercial, 1061 Hamrick Packaging Systems, 1513 Haplast JSC, 933 Hassia-Redatron USA, 1241 Heat and Control, Inc., 1108 Hebold Systems Gmbh, 752 Heuft USA, Inc., 402 Holly Label Company, Inc., 704 Holt Specialty Machine, 1654 Hoosier Feeder Company, 1727 Hotpack Global, Inc., 1441 HSAUSA, 1901

ID Plastics, LP, 930 ID Technology, 1109 IKA, 502 iLobby, 817 Independent Can Company, 1411 Industry Speaks Stage, 1653 In-Line Packaging Systems, Inc., 1316 INOPAK, 1134 Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP), 847 Integrated Productivity Systems LLC (IPSi), 1440 Intertek Alchemy, 2005

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IntoPrint Technologies, 407

J.W. Winco, Inc., 802 Jiangmen Hualong Membrane Material Co., Ltd, 715

JLS Automation, 1209 See our ad on pg. 22

Jowat Corporation, 712 JUNAPACK, 1241

Kaps-All Packaging Systems, Inc., 1307 Kazuo Beiyin Paper and Plastic Packing Co., Ltd, 816 Keyence Corporation of America, 1713 Keymac USA, 1531 KHK USA Inc., 949 Kinematics & Controls Corporation, 912 Kirk-Rudy, Inc., 1017

La Party Plastic Corp., 2108 LabelPack Automation, Inc., 1259 Lako Tool and Manufacturing, 1046 Langguth America Ltd, 1055 Lapeyre Stair, 1438 Lee Industries, Inc., 1514 Limble, 2019 Linmot USA, Inc., 530 Longford International Ltd., 701 Lubriplate Lubricants Company, 1853

M.O. Industries, Inc., 2000 M3 Automation, 1456 MACTEC Packaging Technologies, 1039 Magnetic Products, Inc., 1509 Massman Companies, 1627

Matrix Packaging Machinery, Inc, 1127 See our ad on pg. 23

MBF North America Inc., 1317 MEMEDA LLC, 1410 MENNEKES Electrical Products, 915 Mercury Plastics, Inc., 1418 Mercury Print, 2117 Mesa Laboratories, Inc., 1359 Met Speed Label, 2039

METTLER TOLEDO, 1502 See our ad on Inside Front Cover

MFT Automation, 1302 Millet Plastics Inc., 943 Mingo Smart Factory, 902 Miura America Co., Ltd, 604

Modular Conveyor Express, 1637 See our ad on pg. 24

Molenaar USA, 1640 Morrison Container Handling Solutions, 901 Mr. Shrinkwrap, 947 MSSC, LLC, 2009

Multi-Conveyor, 1716 See our ad on pg. 25

Multivac, Inc., 1355 Multiway Control System LLC, 609

MXD Process, 1036 See our ad on pg. 26

N National Bulk Equipment, Inc., 1919 NCC Automated Systems, 1745 Nelson Wrap Dispenser, 2043 Neoceram Avanti, 506 NETZSCH PUMPS USA, 753 NEUTRON SUPPLY, 758 Nexthermal, 1412 Nissha USA, Inc., 410 Niverplast NA Inc., 1844 NNZ Inc., 917 Nomaco, 810 North American Process, Inc., 803 Norwix Inc., 1530 Nutec Systems Inc., 1345

Oden Machinery, Inc., 1711 ODT Global, LLC, 613 Ohio Medical, 1356 Omega Design Corporation, 927 OMG THERMOFORMING, 730 ONExia Inc., 1048, 1605 ORICS, 1804

PAC Machinery, 1427 PACK EXPO Innovation Stage, 1153 PACK EXPO International, 1101 PACK EXPO Las Vegas, 1101 PACK EXPO Southeast, 1101 Packaging World, 1101 PackGen - Lapoint Packaging, 737 Packworld USA, Ltd., 1205 Pacmac, Inc., 1809 Pacteon Group, 1145 PAK-TEC, INC, 1453 Paletti USA, 1050 PallayPack Inc, 600 Paperboard Packaging Solutions, Inc., 447 ParityFactory, LLC, 1334 Parsons-Eagle Packaging Systems, 1241 Pattyn North America, Inc., 644 PDC International Corporation, 801 PennPac, 914 Per-Fil Industries, Inc., 1001 Pester USA Inc., 1010 PFM Packaging Machinery Corp., 1805 Phoenix Contact USA, Inc., 1337 Phoenix Wrappers CORP, 1145 Pineberry Manufacturing, 1243 Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc., 746 Plant Automation Group, 1906 PMI KYOTO, 1704 PMMI, 1101 PMMI Business Drivers 1101 PMMI Future Show Sales 1101 PMMI Media Group 1101 PMMI U, 1101 POBCO, Inc., 1518 Point Five Packaging, LLC, 1918 Polymer Solutions International, Inc., 835 Polypack, Inc., 1701 PPG, 1331 PPi Technologies Group, 1717 Precision Automation Company, Inc., 1004

Premier Factory Safety, 2007 Primetac Corporation, 937 PrimeTest® Automation, Inc., 400 Probandas America LLC, 510 ProFood World, 1101 ProMach, Inc., 1109 Prospero Equipment Corporation, 1744

ProSys Fill LLC., 1300 See our ad on pg. 27

Protective Lining Inc, 405 Pulp Moulded Products Inc, 939

QAD Redzone, 1312 Q-Pumps, S.A. De C.V., 1733

RAUMAK North America Inc., 1915 REB/Quality Cup, 1005 Rechner Electronics Ind., Inc., 2015 Re-Cre8, 1435 Remcon Plastics, Inc., 1406 REMMEY The Pallet Company, 1656 Rena by Quadient, 1616 Retail Pak / Terra Firma Ltd, 652 Reusable Packaging Association, 827 Rigidized Metals Corporation, 504 RMGroup US LLC, 908 ROBOTIQ, 1630 Ronchi America, LLC, 1753 RonI, 1308 ROVEMA North America, Inc., 1800 Rychiger Canada, 1329 Ryson International Inc., 1112

SafetyChain Software, 1808 Schmalz Inc., 1545 Schneider Packaging Equipment, Inc., 1145 Scott Turbon Mixer, Inc., 918 Seal-A-Tron Shrink Packaging Equipment, 509 Sekisui Products, 408 Sensor Products, Inc., 458 Septimatech Group Inc., 1255 Sesotec Inc., 1617 Shako Flexipack Pvt. Ltd., 1343 Shantou Linghai Plastic Packing Factory Co., Ltd., 808 Sheffield Machine Knife, 2149 Shrink Tech Systems, 509 SILIKAL AMERICA, 1409 Ska Fabricating, 1238 Skillwork, 1612

Sleeve Seal, LLC, 427 See our ad on pg. 28

SM Innotec, 809 Smart Packaging Technology, 717 SmartSkin Technologies, 459 SMC Corporation of America, 525 sonchany llc, 707 Southwest Formseal, 1011 Specialty Equipment, 1029

Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery, Inc., 727 See our ad on pg. 29

Squid Ink Manufacturing, Inc., 1826 See our ad on pg. 30

St. Onge Company, 919 START International, 1500 SWECO, 1610 SYSPRO, 854

Taconic, 913 Taisei Lamick USA, 1130 Tape Source LLC, 438 Tecnomax USA, 2047 Tecnopool S.P.A., 1437 Telesonic PAK, LLC, 2107 TG PACKAGING SOLUTIONS LLC, 735 Thomas & Muller Systems Ltd., 754 Tiger-Vac International Inc., 714 TNA North America, Inc., 633 TRC ELECTRONICS, INC., 1405

Triangle Package Machinery Co., 1227 See our ad on pg. 31

Tridyne Process Systems, Inc., 1445 Tripack LLC, 1237 Triton International Enterprises, 1340 Tutor Intelligence, 812

ULINE PACK LLP, 2041 Ultrasource LLC, 1544 Unified Flex Packaging Technologies, 1903 Unimotion NA / Apex Dynamics USA, 2102 UNIQBAG LP, 1341 Unique Solutions Automation LLC, 1402 United Barcode Systems, 2123, 2129 Universal Machine and Engineering Corporation, 1852 Universal Robots In Partnership With Applied Controls, Inc., 657 Utmost USA, 637

VacMotion, Inc., 1137 Vanguard Shrink Films, 509 VDL Packaging, 1100 Vention, 1740 VERITIV, 404 Viking Masek Packaging Technologies, 1705 VIRAJ INTERNATIONAL LLC, 540 Virtual Packaging, 759 VMek Sorting Technology, 2126 Vorne Industries, 1235

WALDNER North America, 1534, 1538 Webber/Smith Associates, Inc., 2021 WeighPack Systems, Inc. / Paxiom, 1801 Wexler Packaging Products, Inc., 541 Wexxar Bel 1226 WIPOTEC, 721 Wrapade Packaging Systems, LLC, 1241

YF Packaging, 931 York Imperial Plastics, Inc., 2120 Your Packaging Team, 1319

Zacmi NA, 1642 Zacros America, Inc., 1652 PACKAGING WORLD

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AmEricAn Film AmEricAn ADCO MANUFACTURING Film mAchinEry AMERICAN FILM && mAchinEry MACHINERY 7041 7041Boone BooneAve AveN. N.Brooklyn BrooklynPark, Park,MN MN55428 55428 Phone: Phone:800-877-5658 800-877-5658

Email: Email:info@afmsleeves.com info@afmsleeves.com

www.afmsleeves.com www.afmsleeves.com American AmericanFilm Film&&Machinery Machineryisisaaleading leadingmanufacturer manufacturerand andsupplier supplierof ofheavy-duty heavy-dutyshrink shrinksleeve sleeve labeling labelingequipment, equipment,shrink shrinktunnels, tunnels,and andshrink shrinksleeve sleeveconsumables. consumables.AFM’s AFM’sshrink-sleeve shrink-sleeve labeling labelingequipment equipmentincludes includesaacomplete completeline lineof ofshrink-sleeve shrink-sleevelabelers, labelers,tamper-evident tamper-evidentbandbanding ingequipment, equipment,steam steamtunnels, tunnels,electric electrictunnels, tunnels,and andinfrared infraredtunnels. tunnels.AFM’s AFM’slabelers labelersrange rangeinin performance performancefrom from50 50to to500 500products productsper perminute, minute,offering offeringaaproduct productand andprice pricepoint pointno nomatter matter what whatthe theapplication applicationdemands. demands.American AmericanFilm Film&&Machinery Machineryalso alsooffers offersaacomplete completeline lineof ofshrink shrink sleeve sleeveconsumables, consumables,including includingshrink shrinklabels labelsand andtamper-evident tamper-evidentbands. bands.AFM AFMisissupported supported by bytwo twoof ofthe thelargest largestfilm filmconverting convertingplants plants––one onewith withseven sevenrotogravure rotogravurepresses pressesand andup upto to 9-color 9-colorstations stationsand andcompatible compatibleconverting convertingequipment, equipment,and andanother anotherplant plantwith withan an8-color 8-color32” 32” central centralimpression impressionflexo flexopress. press.With Withover over40 40years yearsof ofexperience experienceininthe theshrink shrinklabeling labelingindustry, industry, rely relyon onAmerican AmericanFilm Film&&Machinery Machineryto toprovide providethe theright rightsolution solutionto toyour yourproduct productlabeling labelingneeds. needs. AFM AFMproducts productsare aresold soldthrough throughaanetwork networkof ofauthorized authorizeddealers, dealers,fully fullytrained trainedand andcapable capableof of installing, installing,training, training,and andservicing servicingour ourequipment. equipment.

See See us us at at booth booth #1816 #1816

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RELIABLE. ACCURATE. AFFORDABLE. SHRINK SLEEVE LABELING SOLUTIONS

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ADCO ADCO MAnufACturing MAnufACturing MANUFACTURING 2170 2170Academy AcademyAvenue, Avenue,Sanger SangerCA CA93657 93657USA USA Phone: Phone:(559) (559)875-5563 875-5563

Email: Email:info@adcomfg.com info@adcomfg.com

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Cama CAMA North NORTH amEriCa AMERICA 901 Corporate Grove Dr. - Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 - USA Phone: 847/607-8797

Email: Cama-US@camagroup.com

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Cama North America, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a leading supplier of secondary packaging, robotic systems, and integrated packaging solutions for a wide variety of markets, including food packaging and non-food applications. Cama designs and manufactures cartoners, case packers, sleevers, and robotic loading and assembly systems, all of which are operated through open architecture controls. Our solutions offer flexibility, quick and simple changeovers, and ease of operation, as well as integrated decoupled and monoblock robotic loading units. In addition, we have numerous options to load multi-packs and variety packs. Our packaging department has decades of experience in the design and testing of packaging paperboard and cardboard, in order to achieve the highest efficiency when working with automatic machines. We study the best possible packaging solution in relation to the product characteristics, packaging materials and the end user’s requirements, including both sustainability and reducing material costs. Cama also offers Industry 4.0 and Augmented Reality technology to assist our customers with spare parts management, training, and changeovers. Cama North America is a subsidiary of the privately-owned Cama Group, Italy, which is known throughout the world for its cutting-edge technology and reliable, innovative packaging systems. Cama has more than 40 years’ experience supplying food packagers and other customers with innovative solutions that help improve efficiency and optimize production. Our expertise spans a wide range of applications, including Bakery, Confectionery, Coffee, Dairy, Grocery, Ready to Eat Meals, and Pet Food, as well as Personal, Health and Home Care. Finally, Cama North America provides local engineering, manufacturing and aftermarket services, including technical service, programming and parts. We take pride in our long-term customer partnerships and consultative approach to providing customized systems using proven, modular state of the art technology.

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Columbia/okura llC. Columbia/okura ADCO MANUFACTURING llC. COLUMBIA/OKURA LLC. 301 301Grove GroveStreet, Street,Vancouver, Vancouver,WA WA98661 98661 Phone: Phone:+1 +1877 877204 2047444 7444

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EastEy ADCO MANUFACTURING EASTEY EastEy 7041Boone BooneAve AveN. N.Brooklyn BrooklynPark, Park,MN MN55428 55428 7041 Phone:800-877-5658 800-877-5658 Email:info@eastey.com info@eastey.com Phone: Email: www.eastey.com www.eastey.com www.eastey.com Easteyisisaaleading leadingmanufacturer manufacturerand andsupplier supplierof ofheavy-duty heavy-dutyshrink shrinkpackaging packagingequipment, equipment, Eastey caseerectors, erectors,case casetapers, tapers,product producthandling handlingequipment, equipment,and andmore. more.Eastey’s Eastey’sshrink shrinkpackaging packaging case productsinclude includeaacomplete completeline lineof ofL-sealers, L-sealers,sleeve sleevewrappers, wrappers,shrink shrinktunnels, tunnels,and andbundling bundling products equipment.Eastey Easteyalso alsosupplies suppliesaacomplete completeline lineof ofcase caseerectors erectorsand andcase casetapers, tapers,from from equipment. entry-levelbottom bottomand andside-belt side-belttapers tapersto tofully fullyautomatic automaticand andrandom-size random-sizecase casetapers. tapers.Eastey Eastey entry-level hasbeen beenininbusiness businessfor forover over35 35years yearsand andhas hasan aninstalled installedbase baseof ofover over20,000 20,000packaging packaging has systems.Eastey Easteyproducts productsare aresold soldthrough throughaaglobal globalnetwork networkof ofauthorized authorizeddealers, dealers,fully fullytrained trained systems. andcapable capableof ofinstalling, installing,training, training,and andservicing servicingour ourequipment. equipment.At Atour ourmanufacturing manufacturingfacility facilityinin and BigLake, Lake,Minnesota, Minnesota,we wetake takepride prideininmanufacturing manufacturingequipment equipmentthat thatisisFirst FirstininQuality Quality––Built Built Big toLast. Last. to

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EconocorP, Inc. EconocorP, ADCO MANUFACTURING Inc. ECONOCORP, INC. 72 72Pacella PacellaPark ParkDrive, Drive,Randolph, Randolph,MA, MA,02368 02368USA USA Phone: Phone:781/986-7500 781/986-7500

Email: Email:info@econocorp.com info@econocorp.com

www.econocorp.com www.econocorp.com For Forover over60 60years, years,Econocorp Econocorphas hasbeen beenrecognized recognizedas asaaworldwide worldwideleader leaderininthe thedesigning designingand and manufacturing manufacturingof ofautomated automatedsecondary secondarypackaging packagingequipment. equipment.We Wespecialize specializeininlow lowto to moder moderate atespeed speedcartoning, cartoning,case casepacking, packing,and andtray trayforming formingsolutions solutionsacross acrossall allindustry's. industry's.We We offer offersolutions solutionsranging rangingfrom fromsimple simpleto tomore moreintricate intricateininorder orderto tofitfityour yourspecific specificneed. need. We Weare arehere herefor foryou younow nowand andininthe thefuture futureby bycommitting committingto tobeing beingyour yourtrusted trustedpackaging packaging automation automationpartner, partner,supporting supportingyour yourgrowth growthevery everystep stepof ofthe theway. way.

See See us us at at booth booth #1401 #1401

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1/26/24 11:36

JLS AUTOMATION 20 Innovation Drive, York, PA 17402 USA Phone: 717/505-3800

Email: sales@jlsautomation.com

www. www.jlsautomation.com jlsautomation.com WHEN PERFORMANCE MATTERS JLS Automation ensures safe operations and food safety with hygienic, custom vision-guided primary and secondary robotic packaging systems. Our easy-to-use systems solve complex packaging challenges while tackling the strictest sanitary packaging requirements. Our robotic packaging systems are easy-to-operate, made to get wet, easy to integrate into your packaging line and never get tired! TALON® - hygienic primary loading systems PEREGRINE® - vision-guided robotic cartoners OSPREY® - sanitary case packers for flexible food packages HAWK™ - versatile case packers for cartons and rigid containers SANDWICH ASSEMBLY SYSTEMS - automatically build fresh or IQF sandwiches INTEGRATED SYSTEMS - full system responsibility from concept to design, integration, FAT & installation JLS VIEW - real-time virtual support, training and machine monitoring

See us at booth #1209

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1/26/24 12:40 PM

Matrix Packaging Matrix ADCO MANUFACTURING Packaging MATRIX PACKAGING 2395 2395Dakota DakotaDr. Dr.//Grafton, Grafton,WI WI53024 53024 Phone: Phone:262/268-8300 262/268-8300

Email: Email:Matrix.Info@ProMachBuilt.com Matrix.Info@ProMachBuilt.com

www.MatrixPM.com www.MatrixPM.com Matrix, Matrix,aaleader leaderininVFFS VFFSpackaging packagingequipment, equipment,delivers deliversrugged, rugged,well-engineered, well-engineered,user-friendly user-friendly packaging packagingsystems systemssupported supportedby byan anextensive extensiveworld-class world-classservice serviceand andparts partsteams. teams.Our OurVFFS VFFS machines machinescan canproduce produceaavariety varietyof ofbag bagstyles. styles.We Wehave havethe theability, ability,knowledge, knowledge,and andcommitcommitment mentto totailor tailorhighly highlyefficient efficientand andprofitable profitablepackaging packagingsystems systemsfor forour ourcustomers customerson onaaglobal global scale. scale.We Wework workcollaboratively, collaboratively,as aspart partof ofaateam teamwith withour ourcustomers customersto toassess assessand anddetermine determine their theirneeds needsto tocustomize customizeaaworld worldclass classpackaging packagingsolution solutionspecific specificto totheir theirproject. project. Through Throughpartnerships partnershipswith withPacraft Pacraft(formerly (formerlyToyo ToyoJidoki) Jidoki)and andINVpack, INVpack,we weoffer offercomprehensive comprehensive flexible flexiblepackaging packagingsolutions. solutions.Pacraft Pacraftspecializes specializesininautomated automatedpre-made pre-madepouch pouchpackaging packaging systems, systems,ensuring ensuringprecise preciseand andreliable reliablepouch pouchloading, loading,opening, opening,filling, filling,and andcapping cappingfor forboth both liquid liquidand andnon-liquid non-liquidapplications. applications.INVpack INVpackisisthe theleader leaderininstickpack/sachet stickpack/sachetsystems, systems,innovatinnovating ingtechnologies technologiesto tomeet meetstringent stringentsecurity securityand andhygiene hygienestandards, standards,including includingthe theUltra UltraClean Clean format. format. Discover Discoverthe theMatrix Matrixdifference differenceat atMatrixPM.com MatrixPM.comto tolearn learnmore moreabout aboutour ourtailored tailoredpackaging packaging equipment equipmentsolutions. solutions.

See See us us at at booth booth #1127 #1127

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1/26/24 11:35

Modular MODULAR ConvEyor CONVEYOR ExPrEss EXPRESS - MCE 600 S Commercial St | Neenah, WI 54956 Phone: 844-293-2816

Email: jpesicek@modularconveyor.com

www.modularconveyor.com www.modularconveyor.com Discover the winning combination of innovation, reliability, and personalized support with Modular Conveyor Express (MCE), the dedicated distributor network of Nercon. At MCE, we believe that personal individual support is not just a feature; it's the cornerstone of our enduring partnerships with distributors. Conveyor Excellence with MCE: Step into the future of conveyor systems with MCE, offering a substantial competitive advantage to our valued distributors. Crafted by Nercon's highly skilled engineers through extensive analysis and testing, MCE conveyors eliminate the costly startup of a custom process, delivering projects that are not only more cost-effective but also benefit from MCE’s swift turnaround time – 3 to 4 weeks. Why Partner with MCE: • Personalized Support: Our dedicated MCE team of conveyor experts understand and respond to the unique operational needs of each distributor. • Proven Design: Skip the costly start-up with MCE’s proven equipment, developed by Nercon engineers to maximize productivity. • Quality Manufacturing: Proudly manufactured at Nercon’s facility, our conveyor systems adhere to the highest quality standards. • Swift Turnaround: Benefit from MCE’s quick 3-4 week delivery on standard conveyor equipment. Join the Success Journey – Become an MCE Distributor!

See us at booth #1637

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1/26/24 12:40 PM

MULTI-CONVEYOR 25 Windustrial Road, PO Box 10, Winneconne, WI 54986 USA Phone: 800-236-7960

Email: info@multi-conv.com

www.multi-conveyor.com www.multi-conveyor.com We are a custom and standard conveyor manufacturer. Our products are multiple and unique. No one product defines Multi-Conveyor. We’ve designed and engineered some of the most simplistic to most revered conveyor solutions ever manufactured. The goal? To provide a more functional, affordable conveyor while maximizing productivity or saving essential floor space in the process. Our Designers and Engineers factor in safety, ease of use, maintenance, longevity, sanitation or agency compliance (as required) using quality components to meet or exceed your requirements. We bring technology driven operator-to-controls communications encompassing functional engineering designs; HMI interface and servos that provide faster, more efficient changeovers to feed various line packaging, case packing and pallet forming configurations. Flexibility in product shapes, weights and sizes are matched for increased throughput and future expansion. Even if you’re satisfied with your existing conveyor supplier, let us quote your next project. Chances are, we’ve already built a system that’s similar to the project you’re working on right now - or made one pretty dang close. Remember, Multi-Conveyor ... your best, conveyed better.

See us at booth #1716

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1/26/24 12:41 PM

MXD MXD ADCOProcEss ProcEss MANUFACTURING PROCESS 4650 4650New NewMiddle MiddleRoad RoadJeffersonville, Jeffersonville,IN IN47130 47130 Phone: Phone:812-202-4047 812-202-4047

Email: Email:sales@mxdprocess.com sales@mxdprocess.com

www.mxdprocess.com www.mxdprocess.com MXD MXDProcess Processisisaacomprehensive comprehensiveprovider providerof ofliquid liquidprocessing processingequipment equipment--new newand andused! used! Our Ourin-house in-houseteams teamsof ofprocess processspecialists, specialists,engineers, engineers,and andfabrication fabricationwork workwith withyou youto todedevelop velopsolutions solutionsto toeven eventhe themost mostchallenging challengingmixing mixingproblems. problems. Our Ourmixing mixingtechnologies technologiesinclude includelow lowshear shearagitation, agitation,high highshear shearblending, blending,high highviscosity viscosityproprocessing, cessing,and andmore. more.We Weprovide providesolutions solutionsininspecialty specialtyenvironments environmentsand andbuild buildto toyour yourindustry's industry's high highstandards. standards.Specializing Specializingininfood food&&beverage, beverage,specialty specialtychemicals, chemicals,and andpersonal personalcare care--our our applications applicationsevolve evolvewith withcurrent currenttrends trendsand andregulations, regulations,guaranteeing guaranteeingaasafe, safe,efficient, efficient,and and durable durableprocess processsolution. solution. Looking Lookingto toscale scaleyour yourproduction productionvolume? volume? From Fromstainless stainlesssteel steeltank tankfabrication fabricationto tointegrated integrated processing processingsystems, systems,we weoffer offerextensive extensivecontrols controlsand andautomation automationcapabilities capabilitiesthat thatgive giveyou youthe the control controlyou youneed needover overyour yourprocess. process.

See See us us at at booth booth #1036 #1036

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PROSYS Fill ProSyS FILL llC. LLC. 426 East Fountain Road • Webb City, MO 64870 Phone: 417-673-6542

Email: info@prosysfill.com

ProSysFill.com ProSysFill.com ProSys is a premier manufacturer of semiautomatic and fully automatic equipment for filling, Squeeze Tubes, Syringes, Airless Pumps, Cartridges and Custom Containers. A global supplier of filling equipment since 1985 with U.S. sales, manufacturing and customer service facilities located in southwest Missouri. FLEXIBLE COMBINATION FILLING SYSTEMS • Plastic & Metal Tube Filling Systems • Tube & Airless Pump Filling Systems • Tube & Cartridge Filling Systems • 10, 14 & 30 oz. Cartridge Filling Systems • Custom Filling Systems FEATURES & BENEFITS • Fill Accuracy of +/- 0.1% by Volume • Turnkey & Custom Designs • Air-Free Vertical Bottom-Up Filling • Custom Mix Solutions (Eliminates Batching) • Drum & Pail Presses • Explosion Proof Controls • Tool-free Release System for Simple Changeovers • “Digital Readout Indicators” for Fast & Accurate Adjustments • Multiple Service Techs for Less Down Time & Preventive Maintenance • On-line Service & Support • Recipe Storage & Recall • Creams, Lotions & Viscous Pastes to 3 Million Centipoise • Designed & Built in the U.S.A. MAJOR MARKET GLOBAL INSTALLS • Cosmetic • Pharmaceutical • Chemical • Adhesive/Sealant • Lubricant • Food

See us at booth #1300

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1/26/24 12:42 PM

SLEEVE SlEEvE SEAL SEal 14000 Dineen Drive Little Rock, AR 72206 USA Phone: 501-492-3893

Email: sales@sleeveseal.com

www.sleeveseal.com www.sleeveseal.com SIMPLER. FASTER. BETTER. SHRINK SLEEVE LABELERS Sleeve Seal is focused on a new era of repeatable labeling performance. Built-to-last American manufacturing expertise and modern engineering combine to produce speeds from 25 to 1600 CPM on robust machines equipped with intelligent Allen Bradley controls. Heavy weight construction and the fastest, most durable drive train in the industry provide countless hours of high efficiency runs. Sleeve Seal machines are engineered to provide quality-labeling performance with simple, tool-less changeovers between container formats. Other patented innovations, such as a multiblade cutter assembly with quick-change blades have been developed for ease of maintenance. ROLL-FED LABELERS The RFL Series range of roll fed labelers was born from the same need as our shrink sleeve labelers - a need for faster, more efficient, more robustly built machines with Allen Bradley controls. In a market where efficiencies and cost of ownership are everything, Sleeve Seal has a proven history of fast, precise label application with minimal maintenance costs. Our engineers have an unparalleled depth of knowledge that has been applied to a new style of label application for today’s market. Sleeve Seal is proud to present our new range of RFL Series of roll fed labelers. CAP SEALERS Sleeve Seal Cap Sealers offer the same rugged construction and precision application as our vertical labelers with rapid tool-less changeover of change parts. Our cap sealers and vertical shrink labelers utilize identical drive trains, allowing the user to switch safely and easily from format to format.

See us at booth #427

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1/26/24 12:43 PM

SPEE-DEE PACKAGING MACHINERY INC. 1360 Grandview Pkwy, Sturtevant, WI 53177 USA Phone: 877/375-2121

Email: info@spee-dee.com

www.spee-dee.com www.spee-dee.com FILL WITH CONFIDENCE Since 1981, Spee-Dee has earned a reputation for building reliable, accurate & durable dry filling systems. Customers trust Spee-Dee to improve efficiency, productivity & profitability. Our test lab is second-to-none & offers the ability to simulate your full production line at our facility. AUGER FILLERS - Servo technology eliminates time-consuming manual adjustments. Ideal for dry fill applications such as ground coffee, powdered drink & baking mixes, sugar, spices, soup bases, nutraceuticals & more. ROTARY FILLERS - Fill rigid containers with ease & accuracy. Changeovers are a breeze with patented magnetic funnels & all tool-less change parts. An open design allows 360 degree access. Ideal applications include nutraceutical gummies & powders, nuts, spices & grated cheese. PLC-BASED CHECKWEIGHERS - Electro Magnetic Force Restoration (EMFR) weighing technology is 10X more accurate than strain gauge models. Tool-less belt changes, USB port for easy data collection & calibration by your technician - all in a small footprint. Sanitary, heavy-duty & inclined models available. VOLUMETRIC CUP FILLERS - Quick-change cups are easily inserted in minutes. Telescoping cups offer the ability to fine tune the fill weight for fill & weight accuracy. Designed to handle a variety of applications from simple hand-fills to interfacing with automatic equipment. Speeds up to 140/min. CANNABIS FILLING SYSTEMS - Unique tare/gross weighing system that checks both jar tare & gross weights - all while being easy to clean & help maintain a sanitary environment. Easily integrates with a variety of multihead weighers. Reach speeds up to 40 jars/min as you fill jars with a range of 1 to 28 grams of flower cannabis.

See us at booth #727

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Squid ink ADCO MANUFACTURING SQUID INK Squid ink 7041Boone BooneAve AveN. N.Brooklyn BrooklynPark, Park,MN MN55428 55428 7041 Phone:800-877-5658 800-877-5658 Email:info@squidink.com info@squidink.com Phone: Email: www.squidink.com www.squidink.com www.squidink.com SquidInk Inkmanufactures manufacturescoding codingand andmarking markingsystems systemsfor forproduct productidentification identificationand andtracetraceSquid ability,providing providingsuperior-quality superior-qualityinks inksand andlow-maintenance low-maintenanceprinting printingequipment. equipment.Squid SquidInk Ink ability, beganinin1991, 1991,supplying supplyinghigh-quality high-qualityreplacement replacementinkjet inkjetfluids. fluids.Since Sincethen, then,the thecompany companyhas has began grownand andexpanded expandedto toinclude includeaacomplete completeline lineof ofhi-res hi-respiezo piezoprinting printingsystems, systems,CIJ CIJ(continu(continugrown ousink inkjet) jet)printing printingsystems, systems,TIJ TIJ(thermal (thermalinkjet) inkjet)printing printingsystems, systems,DOD DOD(drop-on-demand) (drop-on-demand) ous printingsystems, systems,laser lasercoders, coders,and andaafull fulllibrary libraryof ofinks inksand andinkjet inkjetfluids. fluids.Our Ourprinters printersand andink ink printing aredesigned designedto toprint printthe thehighest highestquality qualitybar barcodes, codes,batch batchnumbers, numbers,date datecodes, codes,logos, logos,and and are largeor orsmall smallcharacter charactertext textdirectly directlyonto ontocorrugated corrugatedcases, cases,plastics, plastics,metals, metals,glass, glass,wood, wood,and and large othersubstrates. substrates.Squid SquidInk Inkcontinues continuesto todesign designnew newproducts productsthat thatare arereliable, reliable,easy easyto touse, use, other andcost-effective. cost-effective.One Oneof ofour ourlatest latestexamples examplesisisthe theCoPilot CoPilotGemini. Gemini.This Thisfeature-rich feature-richprinting printing and systemoffers offers360 360dpi dpiprint printresolution, resolution,5.6” 5.6”print printheight, height,full-color full-colortouchscreen, touchscreen,and andthe theoption option system torun runfrom fromaawireless wirelesstablet. tablet.The TheCoPilot CoPilotGemini Geminioffers offersusers usersclean cleanand andreliable reliableprinting printingof ofbar bar to codes,logos, logos,and andrazor-sharp razor-sharpsmall-character small-charactertext. text. codes,

See us us at at booth booth See #1826 #1826

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TRIANGLE PACKAGE MACHINERY COMPANY 6655 West Diversey Ave., Chicago, IL 60707 USA Phone: 773/889-0200

Email: info@trianglepackage.com

www.trianglepackage.com www.trianglepackage.com Triangle has built a legacy of designing and building sanitary packaging equipment that has stood both the test of time as well as harsh washdown environments. Today the family's third and fourth generations carry on that tradition with superior engineering, a world-class manufacturing facility in Chicago, IL (USA) and unparalleled customer support. VFFS BAG MACHINES Designed with sanitation and ease-of-use in mind, Triangle baggers meet USDA/3A and FSMA standards. All models come with an open, accessible design, sanitary forming tubes and sloped surfaces for easy fun-off during washdown. Easy-changeover features include no-tool removal of forming tubes, sealing jaws and film rolls. BAG-IN-BOX CARTONERS Flexibility in a small footprint. Quick, auto-changeover from single to dual or quad packs in seconds. Pairs perfectly with a Triangle bagger and weigher combination. A unique belt infeed system protects your product. PRE-MADE POUCH FILLERS Simple, automated solution for filling and sealing pre-made pouches. Run Doy bags, 3-sided seal, flat and stand-up pouches with ease. Simple integration with multihead weighers, augers or cup fillers. MULTIHEAD WEIGHERS From cereal to wet proteins, and everything in between. Unmatched accuracy and speed. Even product distribution for optimal production. Mount directly on top of Triangle VFFS baggers. No mezzanines required.

See us at booth #1227

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ADVERTISER INDEX

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Advertiser Index Search packworld.com for additional information on any of the advertisers listed, or visit their website directly.

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COMPANY / WEBSITE

Matt Reynolds Chief Editor Anne Marie Mohan Senior Editor Sean Riley Senior News Editor Pat Reynolds, Sterling Anthony, Eric F. Greenberg, Ben Miyares Contributing Editors David Bacho Creative Director Kathy Travis Art Director

ADVERTISING John Schrei Vice President, Sales • jschrei@pmmimediagroup.com Lara Krieger Senior Manager, Print Operations lkrieger@pmmimediagroup.com Janet Fabiano Financial Services Manager

PMMI MEDIA GROUP David Newcorn President Elizabeth Kachoris Vice President, Digital Kelly Greeby Senior Director, Media Operations Jen Krepelka Director, Digital Media Trey Smith Senior Director, Events Sharon Taylor Director, Marketing Joseph Angel Founding Partner and Executive Vice President, Industry Outreach, PMMI

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American Film & Machinery www.afmsleeves.com

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Baumer hhs www.baumerhhs.com

Cama North America www.camagroup.com

Columbia/Okura www.columbiaokura.com

Eastey www.eastey.com

Econocorp, Inc. www.econocorp.com

JLS Automation www.jlsautomation.com

Leibinger www.leibinger-group.com

IBC

Matrix Packaging Machinery, Inc. www.matrixpm.com

METTLER TOLEDO www.mt.com/pi

IFC

Modular Conveyor Express www.modularconveyor.com

Multi-Conveyor www.multi-conveyor.com

MXD Process www.mxdprocess.com/

401 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: 312/222-1010 • Fax: 312/222-1310 E-Mail: info@packworld.com • Web: www.packworld.com

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies www.pmmi.org

PMMI The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies

ProSys Fill LLC. www.prosysfill.com

Sleeve Seal, LLC www.sleeveseal.com

Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery www..spee-dee.com

Squid Ink Manufacturing, Inc. www.squidink.com

Triangle Package Machinery Company www.trianglepackage.com

12930 Worldgate Dr., Suite 200, Herndon VA, 20170 Phone: 571/612-3200 • Fax: 703/243-8556 • Web: www.pmmi.org

ADCO www.adcomfg.com

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