QUICK FACTS
K EXPO LAS VEGAS 2021 PACK to the Future Stage While you are in the North Hall, be sure to visit the PACK to the Future Stage for insights into the future, including digital heat-sealing solutions, wireless automation communication, and innovative sustainability initiatives. Check out the full PACK to the Future Stage schedule on page 13.
The Processing Zone, now with its Own Innovation Stage Back by popular demand, The Processing Zone returns to PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO 2021, but this time it’s packing an educational punch. In today’s manufacturing environment, processing and packaging are coming together as an integrated system, making it more important than ever to bring both packaging and processing solutions under one roof. Start your search for front-of-theline solutions such as homogenizing, heat treating, forming/sizing, and coating in The Processing Zone. With the return of The Processing Zone to PACK EXPO Las Vegas, you will have the opportunity to discover solutions to help increase efficiency, achieve total system integration, and ensure safety. No matter what industry vertical you serve, you’ll be sure to find the processing solutions you need to move your business forward. New in 2021 is the Processing Innovation Stage, which will specifically focus on the latest breakthroughs in processing. No registration is required; stop by whenever you can to take a break and learn something new. The stage is also conveniently located in the North Hall at PACK EXPO Las Vegas. Check out the full schedule of all Innovation Stages, including the Processing Innovation Stage Schedule, on page 10.
Returning Favorites The Innovation Stages Free, 30-minute seminars on breakthroughs and best practices are presented by suppliers throughout the day at various Innovation Stages in
The Forum allows for collaboration and conversation within the audience. North and Central Halls. No registration is required; stop by whenever you can to take a break and learn something new. Check out the full schedule of all Innovation Stages, including the Processing Innovation Stage Schedule, on page 10.
The Forum A growing staple in the PACK EXPO portfolio of trade shows, the Forum will return to PACK EXPO Las Vegas in the Central Hall with its interactive industry knowledge exchange. The Forum offers free, 45-minute learning sessions on the latest industry trends, including hands-on activities, small group discussions, and Q&A each day of the show. Leading organizations that will be holding interactive sessions at the Forum include: • OpX Leadership Network • Contract Packagers Association (CPA) • The Organization for Automation and Control (OMAC) • PMMI Business Intelligence Check out the full schedule of Forum Topics and Times on page 14.
Technology Excellence Awards Back by popular demand, The Technology Excellence Awards will recognize exhibitors’ innovative technology that has not yet been shown at a PACK EXPO and Healthcare Packaging EXPO. All registered attendees will be able to vote on their favorites among the finalists selected in specific market segments. The submission deadline for exhibitors to submit their technologies is Wednesday, June 16. Winners will be announced in Las Vegas on Tuesday, September 28. Check out the full list of finalists, the products under consideration, and where you can find them on the show floor, on page 14. A PACK EXPO favorite, Innovation Stages cover a wide range of forward-looking topics that will help your business. PACKAGING WORLD
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