Pack Expo East 2024

FEBRUARY 2024 SPECIAL ISSUE
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YOUR
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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
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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 challeng-
es 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
David Newcorn
a vital area to serve when it comes to packaging and processing innovation. This show’s regionali-
President
ty brings that innovation to your doorstep. Instead of a select few flying out to Las Vegas or Chica-
go, 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 op-
portunity 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 plen-
ty of new features to be excited about. The Industry Speaks stage (Booth 1653) makes its Philadel-
phia 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
Matt Reynolds
throughout the day.
Chief Editor
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 rep-
resentatives 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 bet-
ter 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 interac-
CONNECT WITH US:
tions are crucial for finding innovative solutions and staying ahead of industry demands.
Comment. Network. Stay current
I won’t dig into every detail on what’s ahead for you in the show – that’s what the next few pages
with industry insiders.
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. linkd.in/packagingworld
Enjoy the show! –Matt Reynolds
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Quick Facts About

PACK EXPO East 2024
PACK EXPO East 2024 provides East Coast packaging and pro- Why attend? Top 5 Reasons
cessing professionals a prime opportunity for exploration, network-
ing, and firsthand exposure to cutting-edge innovations. The event The following are just a few reasons to attend PACK EXPO East.
takes place from March 18-20 at the Pennsylvania Convention It’s the largest show to date: PACK EXPO East continues to
Center in Philadelphia, a regional manufacturing hub that is easily grow with more than 400 exhibitors offering solutions for 40-plus
accessible to a significant portion of the Eastern United States. vertical markets spread out over 100,000 net sq ft of exhibit space,
With 7,000 attendees representing 40-plus vertical markets gath- making it the largest PACK EXPO East to date.
ering to explore more than 400 exhibitors spread out over 100,000 See innovation in action: Get a front row seat to the latest
net sq ft of exhibit space, it’s the largest PACK EXPO East to date. machinery and technology that the industry has to offer.
The show’s expansion underscores its growing significance, There’s something for everyone: With more than 40 vertical
offering an event where attendees can delve into personalized markets present, discover countless innovative crossover solutions
discussions with exhibitors, fostering productive exchanges on from different industries.
solutions to their manufacturing challenges. PACK EXPO East 2024 Get personalized attention: Attendees can have one-on-one,
addresses critical industry issues such as sustainability, auto- productive discussions with exhibitors to learn how these innova-
mation, AI, e-commerce, and workforce development. The event tions can solve some of their most challenging manufacturing issues.
enables informed decision-making on capital investments through An unbeatable location: Known as an innovation and man-
firsthand experiences with equipment and materials for compa- ufacturing hub, Philadelphia is convenient, affordable, and feasible
nies of all sizes. Teams are encouraged to seize the opportunity to for many companies to send teams.
witness innovation in action and discover solutions tailored to their
specific packaging and processing needs. Bring the whole team
PACK EXPO East: Where, when, Accessible to much of the East Coast, PACK EXPO East provides
and how to attend a convenient and affordable way for entire teams to have a “PACK
EXPO” experience, which will help your company:
March 18 – 20, 2024 • Spark discussion, collaboration, creative thinking, and problem-
Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania solving around current projects and future goals.
• Make informed capital investment decisions by bringing varying
Exhibit Hours perspectives and expertise to the table.
Monday and Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. • Motivate, incentivize, and mentor younger employees, and
Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. develop the next generation of leaders.
Registration is $130.
For more information and to register, visit packexpoeast.com. Show Features
Who exhibits • Industry Speaks: New to PACK
EXPO East! Industry experts
PACK EXPO East is a convenient and valuable opportunity for across multiple verticals will
professionals hailing from CPGs and life science companies up address today’s most pressing
and down the East Coast. The show offers exploration of the topics and industry trends such
newest packaging and processing technologies while providing as sustainability, remote access, supply chain solutions,
dedicated time for in-depth discussions with leading suppliers and augmented reality, and operational efficiency. Located in Booth
industry thought leaders. Vertical markets represented include: 1653.
• Food and Beverage Processing Equipment/Machinery • Innovation Stage: In the center of the action, the Innovation
• Life Sciences Processing Equipment/Machinery Stage offers ample opportunity for professional enrichment
• Cosmetics/Personal Care while at PACK EXPO East. Exhibitors present free, 30-minute
• Industrial/Household Chemical seminars throughout the day. The Innovation Stage is a valuable
• Chemicals opportunity for attendees to learn about groundbreaking
• Automation, Controls and Related Components technologies, innovative
• Packaging Equipment/Machinery applications, and proven strategies
• Packaging Materials and Containers from the experts themselves.
• Packaging Services and Supplies Located in Booth 1153.
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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
• Reusable Packaging Pavilion: will take place on Tuesday, March 19, after the show floor
Sponsored by the Reusable closes from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. Located in Room 204C.
Packaging Association, this pavilion Visit pwgo.to/8228 to register.
will present sustainable packaging • My Show Planner: Visit packexpoeast.com and utilize My
solutions to help reduce waste, Show Planner to prepare for your time at PACK EXPO East.
cut costs, and gain supply chain efficiency. Explore reusable Create a personalized plan with exhibitors and products you
transport packaging products and services and see innovative are interested in and get recommendations for your unique
reuse solutions. needs, save exhibitors and products you’re interested in, and
• Association Partner Pavilion: Discover leading associations get recommendations unique to your needs.
dedicated to advancing the packaging and processing industry, • PACK EXPO East Mobile App: Navigate the show like a
offering significant resources, insights and expertise all in one pro with the free mobile app. Sponsored by ProMach, Inc.
central location. Participating associations already confirmed • Look up exhibitors, products and educational sessions
include RPA, Institute of Packaging Professionals, Contract • Create and save a personal agenda of what you want to see
Packaging Association, Flexible Packaging Association, OMAC – and do
Organization for Machine Automation & Control, the Foundation • Navigate from booth to booth with the interactive map
For Supply Chain Solutions (F4SS), International Society of • Get news and notifications about demos, giveaways and more
Beverage Technologists, with more to come. • Access your agenda anywhere
• Workforce Development Pavilion: This is the one-stop-shop
for resources to strengthen your business’ current workforce and Also taking place at PACK EXPO East
grow the existing workforce. Schools will present their packaging
and processing offerings, and companies can meet students • F4SS Conference, March 19-20,
interested in careers in the industry. Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia
• Professional Development: PMMI is offering popular training • Supply Chain professionals should make time for the
workshops at the Pennsylvania Convention Center to coincide Foundation for Supply Chain Solutions’ (F4SS) Spring Connect
with PACK EXPO East. 2024 conference at PACK EXPO East. Learn from your peers on
• Certified Trainer Workshop – Monday, March 18 and the issues currently being faced in the Supply Chain. Hear from
Tuesday, March 19, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. industry leaders about the top trends impacting the supply chain
This workshop gives companies the strategies and tactics and how F4SS is addressing ESG/sustainability regulations.
to train well across all employee skill levels including service Benchmark and network with leaders and learn how companies
technicians, service and training managers, maintenance navigated supply chain complexity over the last three years. For
technicians, internal trainers, line supervisors, and any more information and to register, visit pwgo.to/8214.
employee tasked with training fellow employees or customers. • Vision 2030, Wednesday, March 20,
Register at pwgo.to/8215. Located in Room 107B. Pennsylvania Convention Center (Room 307AB)
• Student Opportunities: PACK EXPO East offers programs • Identify and address critical challenges in packaging and
and activities aimed at getting students excited about careers processing operations with your peers at PMMI’s Vision 2030
in packaging and processing. session. Develop joint solutions and better understand your
Scavenger Hunt – New to PACK EXPO East! Local students packaging and processing partners. Attendance is by invite
will have a chance to test their packaging and processing only. Contact Andrea Admana (aadmana@pmmi.org) for details.
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Previewing
PACK EXPO East 2024
By Casey Flanagan, Digital Editor facturers. A convenient drive, train ride, or flight from most of the
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East Coast allows companies to send their teams to get a front-
oming on the heels of a record-breaking PACK EXPO row seat to the industry’s latest technologies.
Las Vegas, PACK EXPO East 2024 has all the makings Attendees from a wide array of industries, including food and
of the “PACK EXPO experience” in a regional pack- beverage, cosmetics, personal care, industrial and household
age. The show packs quite a punch when it comes to delivering products, as well as other CPG and life sciences companies,
a high-quality, high-value experience for East Coast companies converge at PACK EXPO East. They come to see the latest inno-
looking for the latest packaging and processing solutions for vations in packaging and processing solutions, with cutting-edge
their manufacturing needs. technologies making their debut at the event. By experiencing
Taking place from March 18-20 at the Pennsylvania Conven- solutions in person and evaluating equipment and materials first-
tion Center in Philadelphia, PACK EXPO East 2024 will be the hand, attendees can make informed decisions about crucial cap-
show’s largest edition to date. With 7,000 attendees gather- ital investments. PACK EXPO East caters to companies of all
ing to explore more than 400 exhibitors providing solutions for sizes, extending its offerings to both small emerging brands and
40-plus vertical markets spread over 100,000 net sq ft of space, large, multi-billion-dollar organizations.
PACK EXPO East is the most comprehensive show of its kind on “PACK EXPO East is regionally focused, but its impact
the East Coast. extends beyond the East Coast. You have national and interna-
Several factors account for the show’s expansion. As PMMI’s tional consumer-packaged goods and life sciences companies in
most recent State of the Industry report (pwgo.to/8223) high- the region attending to find the latest machinery and technology
lights, industry growth remained steady at a healthy 3.4% with to meet the demands of a growing industry. The connections and
the total size of the market in the U.S. reaching $10.2 billion. A purchases made here are invaluable,” says Laura Thompson, vice
growing industry demands the latest innovations and technology president of trade shows, PMMI.
to meet its goals and solve its greatest manufacturing challenges.
With more than 40 vertical markets present at PACK EXPO East Bring the whole team
2024, attendees can discover many innovative crossover solu- Conveniently located for much of the East Coast, PACK EXPO
tions from different industries. The show’s Philadelphia location East offers an accessible and cost-effective way for entire teams
places it within 200 miles of many consumer packaged goods to immerse themselves in the exciting PACK EXPO experience.
(CPG) and life sciences companies as well as top national manu- 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 devel-
opment, 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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Pennsylvania Convention Center.

Separate registration is required.
And finally, check out PMMI’s
VIsion 2030 Session, taking place
Wednesday, March 20, at the Penn-
sylvania Convention Center (Room
307AB). Work alongside your peers to
topics in packaging and processing. Taking center stage are develop join solutions, network, and
Industry Speaks and the Innovation Stage, offering dozens better understand your packaging and
of free learning sessions. Sustainable packaging solutions are processing partners. Attendance is by
all the rage in the Reusable Packaging Pavilion sponsored invite only. Contact Andrea Admana
by the Reusable Packaging Association (RPA). You’ll find (aadmana@pmmi.org) for details.
even more resources, insights and expertise at the Association Attendees are encouraged to use My Show Planner to cre-
Partner Pavilion featuring leading associations in packaging ate an itinerary for the event. Also, download the free PACK EXPO
and processing. East Mobile App, sponsored by ProMach, Inc., to help you navi-
Workforce issues remain a critical topic in the industry and gate the show.
PACK EXPO East offers many features to address those needs. “PACK EXPO East makes it so much easier to connect in
Visit the Workforce Development Pavilion for insights and person and see the machinery that you are interested in investing
resources on how to grow your workforce and develop your in. There is such a wide range of exhibitors here serving almost
existing team. PMMI’s popular Certified Trainer Workshop all industries I can think of that you are bound to find the solution
will also take place during the show. Visit pwgo.to/8215 for you are looking for. The educational opportunities available are
more information and to register your employees. an amazing bonus to an already irreplaceable show,” says Jesse
You cannot talk about workforce without thinking about the Gracey, production equipment manager, Allen Distribution.
next generation of industry leaders. A Scavenger Hunt tak- PACK EXPO East’s convenient location, cutting-edge
ing place during the show allows students to get involved and machinery solutions, and applicable educational opportunities
excited about careers in packaging and processing. make it a must-see event for East Coast packaging and pro-
When the show floor closes for the day, get ready to gather cessing professionals. Visit packexpoeast.com to register and
with your peers at your choice of network- find more information about these valuable tools. PW
ing 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 Confer-
ence (pwgo.to/8214) taking
place on March 19-20 at the
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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.
A panel of judges from diverse packaging industry seg-

ments evaluated package entries across 17 catego-
ries 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
38) for addressing consumer demands for eco-friendly packag-
ing. By replacing traditional thermoformed PP cups with mold-
ed 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
for an evolving application that certainly has roots in sustain- cup eliminates the need for rinsing, providing an environmental-
ability, but not at the expense of other key elements like prod- ly friendly disposal option. Plus, the clever marketing strategy
uct protection, a nifty appearance, and user-friendly conve- emphasizes the cup’s paper-like appearance and environmen-
nience and function. This multi-pronged approach seems to be tal benefits. The pack exemplifies technical advancement on
a permeating theme among this year’s winners—sustainabili- several levels, from form, to function, to sustainability.
ty might be king, but brands and their suppliers are moving the
ball forward on multiple fronts, all at once. These are the win- Cosmetics
ners of the 2023 Professional AmeriStar Awards. Bobbi Brown Luxe Lipstick Repack from Estée Laud-
er Companies (ELC)—Deserving of an AmeriStar award for
Best in Show 1 its technical and eco-friendly excellence, this
Annie’s Certified Compostable package’s modern design is inspired by
Printed Shelf Stable Mac & Cheese the NYC skyline. With sleek, sharp lines
Cup (1) from General Mills—Judges and a visually elongated form, the pack-
say that this cup revolutionizes single-use age elevates the lipstick’s appearance.
packaging with technical innovation. Using Notably, it prioritizes sustainability through
wet molded fiber that’s not traditionally used a refillable, all-aluminum, and magnet-free
for shelf-stable products, it equals polypro- mechanism, featuring 90% Post-Consumer
pylene thermoform in functionality. Advanced Recycled (PCR) content in the outer cap and
features include direct flexographic printing of base parts. This is another instance of pack-
high-quality graphics, grease and water pro- aging designers working with multiple goals in
tection, and an improved sustainability profile mind, and more importantly, delivering on sev-
(more on that below). An enhanced consumer eral of them at once.
experience via user-friendly design includes im-
proved convenience, comfort, and heat retention. Design Excellence
Facebook research guided a consumer-focused communica- Sharpie Ultimate Collection Pack from Newell
tion strategy, highlighting the cup’s appealing look and empha- Brands and WestRock—This collection pack reimagines
sizing its eco-friendly benefits. Initially launched in March 2021, packaging with technical brilliance, judges say. Bold, bright,
the package continues to improve based on real-world feed- and reusable, it highlights upgraded materials, hinged wings,
back, earning it a Best in Show award now in 2023. and a striking design to enhance the user experience. Its
In addition to its Best in Show win, this cup also earns a unique shape and premium structure create a powerful shelf
nod in the Sustainable category (other winners listed on page impact, effectively conveying the category giant Sharpie brand.
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Perflex’s Grab-N-Go Shrink the package itself becomes a functional aid to screen protec-
Bag for Bulky Meat and Poul- tor application. The versatile tray accommodates various phone
try (2) from Amcor Flexibles sizes with precision, reducing SKUs and cost. The eco-friendly
North America—Judges say PCR PET material furthers the package’s appeal, aligning with
that this package’s technical Otter’s commitment to sustainability. This makes for a func-
prowess and market impact re- tional, user-friendly, and environmentally conscious packaging
defines the industry by offering solution.
the first-ever effective shrink Sol de Janeiro Rio Deo Deodorant Stick from Viva
bag with integral handle for Healthcare Packaging—This package earns an AmeriStar
heavy meat and poultry prod- award for its cheerful, sustainable, and functional design that
ucts. With a simple, strong three- supports the circular plastic economy. Using in-mold label (IML)
hole handle and high-impact print- technology, it boasts high-definition, bathroom- and show-
ing, it provides brand differentiation er-friendly decoration on 100% PCR material. The refill car-
and convenience for consumers. The tridge system enhances usability, enabling easy refills and re-
innovative one-piece design stream- ducing plastic waste by over 50%, according to the entry.
lines production, delivering significant sav-
ings and sustainability benefits. Refrigerated Food
Thermoformed PCR Smartphone Screen Protector The Crystal Seal Cravings PET deli cups (3) from Pla-
Installation Tool from Plastic Ingenuity and Otter Prod- con—These EcoStar PCR PET cups offer clear product visibil-
ucts—The judges probably had scratched smartphones in ity and a patented tamper-evident base-to-lid closure mech-
their pockets, or maybe their hands, when they evaluated this anism for enhanced safety. Their unique design facilitates
entry. Here, an innovative redesign enhances the user experi- stacking, easy use, and reusability, making them perfect for on-
ence by simplifying smartphone screen protector installation— the-go deli and prepared food products. Judges say this is cup
is a game-changer in convenience and safety for both consum-
Submit Your Innovative ers and retailers.
Pack Design 3
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: Kirkland Signature 13% PCR Saddle Packs from TC
• Industry-wide recognition in the Showcase of Transcontinental Packaging—Incorporating 13.4% PCR
Packaging Innovations at PACK EXPO International content without compromising package performance, this in-
• WorldStar Packaging Award competition eligibility novative packaging solution diverts plastic waste from landfills.
• Brand exposure in leading trade publications, such The multi-layer coextruded film maintains product protection
as Packaging World and freshness while supporting a circular economy, aligning
• Social media coverage on IoPP LinkedIn, Twitter, with Kirkland’s commit-
4
and Facebook pages ments to sustainability.
• A display trophy
The competition closes on Shelf Stable Food
April 30, 2024, judging begins in Old El Paso Torti-
June, 2024, and the winners will lla Pockets Package
be announced in August 2024. (4) from General Mills—
Visit pwgo.to/8213 for more Earning an AmeriStar for its
information. advancements in protect-
ing product integrity and

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extension of shelf life, this package’s U.S.-patented de- structions and aesthetic details, making it user-friendly and
sign combines a rigid polymer bottom with a flexible top, uniquely Mrs. Meyer’s. The kit caters to both e-commerce
offering eight tortilla pocket products in two cavities, each and retail channels with a consistent unboxing experience,
sealed with an easy-peel opening. The clever paperboard and minimal dunnage highlights the strong and compact de-
sleeve enables vertical standability while providing market- sign. Another instance of the wider theme, this pack rep-
ing space. Also, the package’s split-apart feature enhanc- resents a seamless combination of sustainability, functional-
es consumer versatility and efficiency in manufacturing and ity, and appealing design.
logistics.
QUADFLEX Recycla- Industrial/Commercial
ble Package (5) from Nestlé McCoy Dunnage-Free IBC Liners for Bulk Liquid
Purina and ProAmpac— Aseptic Products from Amcor—This liner changes the
5 This interesting package solu- industry narrative and advances bulk liquid transport, mak-
tion caught judges’ eyes with ing it an AmeriStar-winning entry. By eliminating the need
its transition from multi-lay- for extra secondary packaging, it reduces waste, costs,
er to mono-material packag- and carbon footprint. Advanced material science and a pat-
ing, reducing virgin plastic use ent-pending design make it two times stronger than typical
by one-third. The patent-pend- aseptic liners, ensuring product integrity during high-abuse
ing mono-material is prequal- transport, judges say.
ified for recycling programs,
providing enhanced sustainabil- Medical Device
ity and maintaining machinabil- SEEkey Transit 7
ity on existing equipment. The Tray Optimization
pouch offers a premium look from Integer—This
with excellent branding oppor- tray was developed for
tunities and environmental ben- wire spools and elimi-
efits, including recyclability in nates the popping/fly-
polyethylene streams—a win- ing issue caused by
win solution for sustainability and performance in the pack- traditional undercut
aging industry. snaps, providing en-
hanced control and se-
Household Products curity and alleviating a
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Foaming Hand Soap user pain point. Its thin,
Starter Kit (6) from SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands— 25-mil design reduces
With up to 99% reduced plastic use compared to single-use plastic usage, achiev-
bottles, this durable glass hand soap bottle is infinitely recy- ing a 44% reduction in
clable and refillable. The packaging includes clear usage 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 sustainabil-
ity. Plus, its continuous stack design ensures strength and
6 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 ver-
satile, 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. 8 ic Packaging International—Made

and Standard Bariatrics, from renewable plant-based fiber,
Inc.—This thermoformed the sustainable paperboard clip re-
solution earns an AmeriS- places plastic rings on mini-can mul-
tar award for a streamlined tipacks. The recyclable packaging
package that reduces mate- maintains can orientation, offers easy
rial usage, carton size, and removal, and is fully recyclable in pa-
overall weight, optimizing per waste streams. This package sig-
workflow and saving valuable nificantly reduces plastic usage, align-
time during operations. The ing with Coca-Cola’s “World Without
complex single-part design Waste” vision. Its eco-friendly design,
protects the device during brand impact, and efficient produc-
transportation, doubles as a tion earned this package an AmeriStar
stand for prepping (again, the award. Visit pwgo.to/8041 to read
pack itself serves an extra functional purpose), and prevents Packaging World’s coverage of this pack.
accidental activation. Paper-based, Recyclable Chocolate Bar Wrap-
pers from Mars Wrigley—Certified by the Forest Steward-
Sustainable Packaging ship Council (FSC), this pioneering wrapper eliminates 360 tons
Scotch Cushion Lock Protective Wrap from 3M—En- of plastic waste and aligns with industry sustainability com-
gineered with a proprietary hexagonal pattern inspired by kiri- mitments. It incorporates a mechanical recycling loop through
gami [a folded-paper art, similar to origami], this wrap trans- curbside recycling in Australia, and its extensive testing into
forms a flat sheet of paper into a three-dimensional wrap that odor, product taint, residual solvents, migration, and barriers
cushions, immobilizes, and conforms to items for proven pro- for water vapor and oxygen in various climates ensure its per-
tection during shipping, moving, or storage. Its unique design formance matches traditional materials. Visit pwgo.to/8042 to
maximizes space efficiency, reduces plastic waste, and simpli- read Packaging World’s coverage of this pack.
fies the packing process while offering exceptional protection Pentel RSVP PaperBlister Package from Sonoco Al-
and sustainability, according to judges. loyd—Made entirely from paper, this package is highly sus-
RIO Molded Fiber Fly Line Spooler (8) from Envi- tainable from production to shelf. It is plastic-free and recy-
roPAK—An innovative and environmentally sustainable solu- clable in curbside paper streams, and the retrofit of existing
tion deserving of an AmeriStar award, this package is made equipment saved costs and prevented old machinery from go-
from 100% biodegradable recycled paper. It functions flaw- ing to landfills. The flat-pack design allows for more efficient
lessly, judges say, spooling all line diameters and lengths up shipping, reducing environmental impact. It serves as a 360-
to 120 ft. By replacing polypropylene, it reduces single-use deg marketing billboard while ensuring product protection,
plastic waste significantly, meeting RIO’s stringent quality and making it a deserving winner of an AmeriStar award in the
eco-friendly requirements while leaving no trace in the environ- sustainability category. Visit pwgo.to/8043 to read Packag-
ment if it falls into the water. ing World’s coverage of this pack.
GREENIS Dispenser (9) from Axe Green Geranium De-
Dermalogica and Coradin— odorant Stick (2.6 oz) (10) from
9 Judges say this pack is an e-com- Viva Healthcare Packaging—The 10
merce-friendly, consumer-friend- eco-friendly nature of this package
ly, and environmentally responsible was a clear winner to judges in the
solution that’s made mostly from re- sustainability category. It features in-
cyclable polypropylene with min- mold label (IML) decoration, 100%
imal TPE, offering precise dosing PCR polypropylene, and is fully re-
for consumer convenience and pro- cyclable. With no virgin plastic, over
tection for the product’s active in- 95% recycled material, and alignment
gredients. The lightweight design with Unilever’s sustainability goals, it
reduces shipping costs, while its sets a new standard for eco-friend-
environmental impact is minimized ly deodorant packaging. The vivid art-
using PCR plastic and optimized work, ease of use, and environmental
packaging weight. benefits make them a top choice for
Liberty Coca-Cola Beverag- eco-conscious consumers.
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SHOWCASE
SHOWCASE PACKAGE DESIGN
PACKAGING DESIGN TRENDS
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
G lobal color authority Pantone announced that Pan-

tone13-1023 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 as-
pects of our lives, our need for nurturing, empathy, and compas-
sion grows ever stronger as do our imaginings of a more peace-
ful 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 Global color authority Pantone has announced that
heartfelt peach hue bringing a feeling of tenderness and communi- Pantone13-1023 Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Color of the Year
selection for 2024. Photo courtesy of The Development.
cating a message of caring and sharing, community and collabora-
tion,” it notes.
“A cozy peach hue softly nestled between pink and orange, gram has become a globally iconic cultural touchstone, drawing
Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz brings belonging and inspires re- attention to how what is taking place in our global culture is re-
calibrations and an opportunity for nurturing, conjuring up an air flected and expressed through the language of color.
of calm, offering us a space to be, feel, and heal and to flourish, According to Pantone, the Color of the Year selection process
whether spending time with others or taking the time to enjoy a requires thoughtful consideration and trend analysis. To arrive at
moment by ourselves,” says Latrice Eiseman, executive director, the selection each year, Pantone’s color experts at Pantone Col-
Pantone. “Drawing comfort from Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, or Institute comb the world looking for new color influences. This
we can find peace from within, impacting our wellbeing. An idea can include the entertainment industry and films in production,
as much as a feeling, Pantone 13-1023 awakens our senses to the traveling art collections and new artists, fashion, all areas of de-
comforting presence of tactility and cocooned warmth.” sign, and popular travel destinations, as well as new lifestyles,
Said by Pantone to be “sensitive but sweet and airy,” Pan- playstyles, and socio-economic conditions. Influences may also
tone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz evokes a new modernity. The compa- stem from new technologies, materials, textures, and effects that
ny adds that while centered in the human experience of enrich- impact color, relevant social media platforms, and even upcom-
ing and nurturing the mind, body, and soul, the color is also a ing sporting events that capture worldwide attention.
quietly sophisticated and contemporary peach with depth whose Since 1999, Pantone’s Color of the Year has influenced prod-
gentle lightness is understated but impactful, bringing beauty to uct development and purchasing decisions in multiple industries,
the digital world. “Poetic and romantic, a clean peach tone with including fashion, home furnishings, and industrial design, as
a vintage vibe, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz reflects the past yet well as product packaging and graphic design. Commenting on
has been rephrased to have a contemporary ambiance,” it says. the use of Pantone 13-1023 in packaging and multimedia, Pan-
The introduction of Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz also marks tone says that the color “warmly welcomes,” inviting consumers
the 25th anniversary of the Pantone Color of the Year program. to reach out and engage, making it an enticing shade for a va-
First introduced by the Pantone Color Institute in 1999 with the riety of products from food and beverage to cosmetics and ac-
Pantone Color of the Year, Pantone 15-4020 Cerulean Blue, the cessories. Adds the company, “Inspiring thoughts of sweet and
Pantone Color of the Year captures the global zeitgeist, serving delicate tastes and scents, Pantone 13-1023 Peach Fuzz tempts
as an expression of a mood and an attitude on the part of the the tastebuds with thoughts of delectable fruits and delicious
consumer. Through the years, the Pantone Color of the Year pro- fruits that continue to please.” PW
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SHOWCASE
SHOWCASE March 2024 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 BellatRx Inc., 1927

Bellco Feeders, 734
Delta Modtech, 1142
Deluxe Technology Group Co., Ltd., 546
FANUC America Corporation, 1817
FC Meyer Packaging, 1528
A-B-C Packaging Machine Corp., 1000 Bell-Mark Sales Company, 1201 DGI, 1908 FEMC, 500
Accutek Packaging Equipment Benchmark Industrial, 1038 Diagraph Marking & Coding, An ITW FILAMATIC, 1508
Co., Inc., 1301 beRobox, 1537 Company, 716 FlexSack By ABC Polymer Industries,
ACSIS, Inc., 829 BESSEN, 1609 Dingye Machinery Company, 1413 1944
ADCO Manufacturing, 1116 BestCode, 1030 Dispensa-Matic Label Dispensers, 1353 FlowCrete/Key Resin, 907
BIXOLON America Inc., 828 DMM Technology Corp., 2106 FoodSafe Drains, 1414
See our ad on pg. 16
Blentech Corporation, 815 Domino Amjet, Inc., 1231 FORMAFLO, 1035
Admix, Inc., 1043 BluePrint Automation (BPA), 921 DONGGUAN ZHITENG PLASTIC PRODUCT Former Fab, Inc., 705
Advantech Corporation, 1432 BOGOPACK SAS, 711 CO., LTD, 534 Formers International, Inc., 1403
Aesus Inc., 501 Bollhoff, 1439 Dongzheng Paperbag(Dalian) Factory, Formic, 909
AFA Systems Ltd., 446 BOPLAN USA INC, 2141 2146 Formost Fuji Corporation, 1601
AFC Materials Group, 1330 Boston Conveyor & Automation, 1736 Dorner Mfg. Corp., 1527 FP Developments, Inc., 1321
Aflex Packaging LLC, 709 Bradman Lake Inc., 1501 DORTPAK AMBALAJ SAN. VE TIC. LTD. Fresh-Lock By Presto Products, 1305
Air and Water Systems, LLC, 1458
Air Control Industries, 804
Brawn Mixer, 836
Buskro Ltd., 615
STI., 935
Doruk Kagit San Tic A.S., 441
G
All Packaging Machinery Corp., 1327 BW Flexible Systems, 616 Douglas Machine Inc., 1828 Galapagos Packaging LLC, 813
Allen Field Company, Inc., 738
All-Fill, Inc., 1126 C DPSS Lasers Inc., 1646
Dynaflex Private Limited, 1429
Garrido USA, 627
Garvey Corporation, 1527
ALLIEDFLEX Technologies, Inc., 1016
ALOE Group, LLC, 1539
Caddi Inc, 505
CAM Packaging Systems, 413 E General Packaging Equipment Co., 1431
Goff’s Enterprises, Inc., 639
Alro Steel & Plastics, 1428 EAD Engineering, 1357 Goodway Technologies, 1540
Altech Corporation, 702
Cama North America, 903
Green Island Resource LLC, 556
See our ad on pg. 18 Eastey, 1816
American Film & Machine, 1816 Greener Corporation, 1303
Campbell Wrapper Corporation, 1241 See our ad on pg. 20
Grip Systems Ltd, 1841
See our ad on pg. 14, 15
American Holt Corp., 819
Capmatic Ltd., 1503
Carleton Helical Technologies, 1400
EB Packaging SDN BHD, 941
ECOEVER, 732 H
American Sleeve Technology Inc., 1257 Cascades, 951 Haaga Sweepers/Bissell BigGreen
AMERISCEND, 601
Econocorp, Inc., 1401
Catalyx, 1737 Commercial, 1061
AMS Filling Systems, Inc., 1520 See our ad on pg. 21
CDA USA Inc., 1152 Hamrick Packaging Systems, 1513
Anritsu - Product Inspection & Detection, Charles Beseler Company, 1404 Edda Makine Ambalaj Nak Ins Kimya Haplast JSC, 933
1306 Chase-Logeman Corporation, 1421 San Tic Ltd Sti, 1945 Hassia-Redatron USA, 1241
APackaging Group, LLC, 1358 Circle Packaging Machinery, Inc., 1241 Effytec USA, 1241 Heat and Control, Inc., 1108
APPS Inc., 1952 Cleartec Packaging, 1430 EFP, LLC., 2006 Hebold Systems Gmbh, 752
Aripack, Inc, 1914 Clevertech North America, 1336 Electrosteam Generator Corp, 1333 Heuft USA, Inc., 402
Arranti, 1436 Closer Robotics, 2052 Elm Electrical, Inc., 1013 Holly Label Company, Inc., 704
A-SAFE Inc., 1352 CMC Design-Build, Inc., 1553 Emery Winslow Scale Company, 452 Holt Specialty Machine, 1654
AstroNova Product Identification, 1215 Emirates Printing Press, 607 Hoosier Feeder Company, 1727
AT Information Products, Inc., 1515
Columbia Machine, Inc., 1700 Enercon Industries Corporation, 1027 Hotpack Global, Inc., 1441
Auger Manufacturing Specialists, 426 See our ad on pg. 19 Engineered Automation of Maine, 1714 HSAUSA, 1901
Auto Labe, 821
Auto-Mate Technologies LLC, 1313
Compass Wire Cloth Corp., 651
Complete Inspection Systems Inc., 401
Ennat Protections Corp, 608
E-PAK Machinery, Inc., 1709 I
Automation Distribution Inc, 631 Conveyor Handling Company (CHC), 513 Ersheen Packaging Industry, 858 ID Plastics, LP, 930
Automation Intellect, 755 Corruven Inc., 708 ESS Technologies, Inc., 1145 ID Technology, 1109
Avonflex Private Limited, 416 Coval Vacuum Technology, Inc., 2027 Eukalin Corp Adhesives Specialist, 706 IKA, 502
Axiflow Technologies, Inc, 700 Craemer US Corporation, 1813 Evonik Corporation, 713 iLobby, 817
Axon, 1117 Curia (formerly AMRI), 403 EXPO PACK Guadalajara 1101 Independent Can Company, 1411
B Custom Pak Solutions, LLC, 1515 EXPO PACK Mexico 1101 Industry Speaks Stage, 1653
Bairespack USA LLC, 1604 D F In-Line Packaging Systems, Inc., 1316

INOPAK, 1134
D&D Global, Inc., 756 FF.M. Howell & Company, 834 Institute of Packaging Professionals
Baumer hhs, 703
Darnell-Rose, 733 Factbird Inc, 1942 (IoPP), 847
Daumar Corporation, 1454 FACTRONICS USA, LLC, 731 Integrated Productivity Systems LLC
BCS Motion, Inc., 1613 Decker Tape Products, Inc., 2003 Factur, 757 (IPSi), 1440
Bedford Industries, Inc., 1032 Delkor Systems, Inc., 1827 Fallas Automation, Inc., 1741 Intertek Alchemy, 2005
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IntoPrint Technologies, 407 MXD Process, 1036 Premier Factory Safety, 2007 St. Onge Company, 919
J See our ad on pg. 26 Primetac Corporation, 937
PrimeTest® Automation, Inc., 400
START International, 1500
SWECO, 1610
J.W. Winco, Inc., 802 N Probandas America LLC, 510 SYSPRO, 854
Jiangmen Hualong Membrane
Material Co., Ltd, 715
National Bulk Equipment, Inc., 1919
ProFood World, 1101
ProMach, Inc., 1109
T
NCC Automated Systems, 1745
Prospero Equipment Corporation, 1744 Taconic, 913
JLS Automation, 1209 Nelson Wrap Dispenser, 2043
Taisei Lamick USA, 1130
See our ad on pg. 22 Neoceram Avanti, 506 ProSys Fill LLC., 1300 Tape Source LLC, 438
Jowat Corporation, 712 NETZSCH PUMPS USA, 753 See our ad on pg. 27 Tecnomax USA, 2047
JUNAPACK, 1241 NEUTRON SUPPLY, 758
Protective Lining Inc, 405 Tecnopool S.P.A., 1437
Nexthermal, 1412
K Nissha USA, Inc., 410
Pulp Moulded Products Inc, 939 Telesonic PAK, LLC, 2107
Kaps-All Packaging Niverplast NA Inc., 1844 Q TG PACKAGING SOLUTIONS LLC, 735

Thomas & Muller Systems Ltd., 754
Systems, Inc., 1307 NNZ Inc., 917 QAD Redzone, 1312 Tiger-Vac International Inc., 714
Kazuo Beiyin Paper and Plastic Packing Nomaco, 810 Q-Pumps, S.A. De C.V., 1733 TNA North America, Inc., 633
North American Process, Inc., 803
Co., Ltd, 816
Keyence Corporation of America, 1713 Norwix Inc., 1530 R TRC ELECTRONICS, INC., 1405
Keymac USA, 1531 Nutec Systems Inc., 1345 RAUMAK North America Inc., 1915 Triangle Package Machinery
KHK USA Inc., 949
Kinematics & Controls Corporation, 912
O REB/Quality Cup, 1005
Rechner Electronics Ind., Inc., 2015
Co., 1227
Kirk-Rudy, Inc., 1017 Oden Machinery, Inc., 1711 Re-Cre8, 1435
ODT Global, LLC, 613 Tridyne Process Systems, Inc., 1445
L Ohio Medical, 1356
Remcon Plastics, Inc., 1406
REMMEY The Pallet Company, 1656
Tripack LLC, 1237
Omega Design Corporation, 927 Triton International Enterprises, 1340
La Party Plastic Corp., 2108 Rena by Quadient, 1616
OMG THERMOFORMING, 730 Tutor Intelligence, 812
LabelPack Automation, Inc., 1259 Retail Pak / Terra Firma Ltd, 652
Lako Tool and Manufacturing, 1046 ONExia Inc., 1048, 1605
ORICS, 1804
Reusable Packaging Association, 827 U
Langguth America Ltd, 1055 Rigidized Metals Corporation, 504 ULINE PACK LLP, 2041
Lapeyre Stair, 1438
Lee Industries, Inc., 1514
P RMGroup US LLC, 908
ROBOTIQ, 1630
Ultrasource LLC, 1544
PAC Machinery, 1427 Unified Flex Packaging
Limble, 2019 Ronchi America, LLC, 1753
PACK EXPO Innovation Stage, 1153 Technologies, 1903
Linmot USA, Inc., 530 RonI, 1308
PACK EXPO International, 1101 Unimotion NA / Apex
Longford International Ltd., 701 ROVEMA North America, Inc., 1800
PACK EXPO Las Vegas, 1101 Dynamics USA, 2102
Lubriplate Lubricants Company, 1853 Rychiger Canada, 1329
PACK EXPO Southeast, 1101 UNIQBAG LP, 1341
M Packaging World, 1101
Ryson International Inc., 1112 Unique Solutions Automation LLC, 1402
M.O. Industries, Inc., 2000 PackGen - Lapoint Packaging, 737 S United Barcode Systems, 2123, 2129
Packworld USA, Ltd., 1205 Universal Machine and Engineering
M3 Automation, 1456 SafetyChain Software, 1808
Pacmac, Inc., 1809 Corporation, 1852
MACTEC Packaging Technologies, 1039 Schmalz Inc., 1545
Pacteon Group, 1145 Universal Robots In Partnership
Magnetic Products, Inc., 1509 Schneider Packaging
PAK-TEC, INC, 1453 With Applied Controls, Inc., 657
Massman Companies, 1627 Equipment, Inc., 1145
Paletti USA, 1050 Utmost USA, 637
Scott Turbon Mixer, Inc., 918
Matrix Packaging
Machinery, Inc, 1127
PallayPack Inc, 600
Paperboard Packaging
Seal-A-Tron Shrink Packaging V
Equipment, 509 VacMotion, Inc., 1137
See our ad on pg. 23 Solutions, Inc., 447 Sekisui Products, 408
ParityFactory, LLC, 1334 Vanguard Shrink Films, 509
MBF North America Inc., 1317 Sensor Products, Inc., 458 VDL Packaging, 1100
Parsons-Eagle Packaging Septimatech Group Inc., 1255
MEMEDA LLC, 1410 Vention, 1740
Systems, 1241 Sesotec Inc., 1617
MENNEKES Electrical Products, 915 VERITIV, 404
Pattyn North America, Inc., 644 Shako Flexipack Pvt. Ltd., 1343
Mercury Plastics, Inc., 1418 Viking Masek Packaging
PDC International Corporation, 801 Shantou Linghai Plastic Packing Factory
Mercury Print, 2117 Technologies, 1705
PennPac, 914 Co., Ltd., 808
Mesa Laboratories, Inc., 1359 VIRAJ INTERNATIONAL LLC, 540
Per-Fil Industries, Inc., 1001 Sheffield Machine Knife, 2149
Met Speed Label, 2039 Virtual Packaging, 759
Pester USA Inc., 1010 Shrink Tech Systems, 509
METTLER TOLEDO, 1502 PFM Packaging Machinery Corp., 1805 VMek Sorting Technology, 2126
SILIKAL AMERICA, 1409 Vorne Industries, 1235
See our ad on Inside Front Cover Phoenix Contact USA, Inc., 1337 Ska Fabricating, 1238
MFT Automation, 1302 Phoenix Wrappers CORP, 1145 Skillwork, 1612 W
Millet Plastics Inc., 943 Pineberry Manufacturing, 1243
Sleeve Seal, LLC, 427 WALDNER North America, 1534, 1538
Mingo Smart Factory, 902 Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc., 746
See our ad on pg. 28 Webber/Smith Associates, Inc., 2021
Miura America Co., Ltd, 604 Plant Automation Group, 1906
WeighPack Systems, Inc. /
PMI KYOTO, 1704 SM Innotec, 809 Paxiom, 1801
Modular Conveyor PMMI, 1101 Smart Packaging Technology, 717 Wexler Packaging Products, Inc., 541
Express, 1637 PMMI Business Drivers 1101 SmartSkin Technologies, 459 Wexxar Bel 1226
See our ad on pg. 24 PMMI Future Show Sales 1101 SMC Corporation of America, 525 WIPOTEC, 721
PMMI Media Group 1101 sonchany llc, 707
Molenaar USA, 1640 Wrapade Packaging Systems,
PMMI U, 1101 Southwest Formseal, 1011
Morrison Container Handling LLC, 1241
POBCO, Inc., 1518 Specialty Equipment, 1029
Solutions, 901
Mr. Shrinkwrap, 947
Point Five Packaging, LLC, 1918 Y
Polymer Solutions Spee-Dee Packaging
MSSC, LLC, 2009 YF Packaging, 931
International, Inc., 835 Machinery, Inc., 727 York Imperial Plastics, Inc., 2120
Multi-Conveyor, 1716 Polypack, Inc., 1701 See our ad on pg. 29 Your Packaging Team, 1319
See our ad on pg. 25 PPG, 1331
Multivac, Inc., 1355
PPi Technologies Group, 1717 Squid Ink Manufacturing, Z
Precision Automation Inc., 1826 Zacmi NA, 1642
Multiway Control System LLC, 609
Company, Inc., 1004 See our ad on pg. 30 Zacros America, Inc., 1652
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#703

Cama
CAMA North
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AMERICA
901 Corporate Grove Dr. - Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 - USA

Phone: 847/607-8797 Email: Cama-US@camagroup.com
www.camagroup.com
www.camagroup.com
Cama North America, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, is a leading supplier of sec-

ondary packaging, robotic systems, and integrated packaging solutions for
a wide variety of markets, including food packaging and non-food applica-
tions. 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 load-
ing 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 char-
acteristics, 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 exper-
tise 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.
See us at booth
#903
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Columbia/okura
Columbia/okura llC.
ADCO MANUFACTURING
COLUMBIA/OKURA llC.
LLC.
301
301Grove
GroveStreet,
Street,Vancouver,
Vancouver,WA
WA98661
98661
Phone:
Phone:+1
+1877
877204
2047444
7444 Email:
Email:COLLCSales@colmac.com
COLLCSales@colmac.com
www.columbiaokura.com
www.columbiaokura.com
Columbia/Okura
Columbia/OkuraLLC LLCisisaarobotic
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booth
#1700
#1700

EastEy
ADCO MANUFACTURING
EASTEY
EastEy
7041Boone
7041 BooneAve
AveN.
N.Brooklyn
BrooklynPark,
Park,MNMN55428
55428
Phone:800-877-5658
Phone: 800-877-5658 Email:info@eastey.com
Email: info@eastey.com
www.eastey.com
www.eastey.com
www.eastey.com
Easteyisisaaleading
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manufacturerand andsupplier
supplierof ofheavy-duty
heavy-dutyshrink
shrinkpackaging
packagingequipment,
equipment,
caseerectors,
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casetapers,
tapers,product
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handlingequipment,
equipment,and andmore.
more.Eastey’s
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shrinkpackaging
packaging
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See us
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at booth
booth
#1816
#1816

EconocorP,
EconocorP, Inc.
ADCO MANUFACTURING
ECONOCORP, Inc.
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
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60years,
years,Econocorp
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worldwideleader leaderininthe
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manufacturingof ofautomated
automatedsecondary
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packagingequipment.
equipment.We Wespecialize
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See
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at booth
booth
#1401
#1401

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 tack-
ling 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 de-

sign, integration, FAT & installation
JLS VIEW - real-time virtual support, training and machine monitoring
See us at booth
#1209

Matrix
Matrix Packaging
ADCO MANUFACTURING
MATRIX Packaging
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 byananextensive
extensiveworld-class
world-classservice
serviceandandparts
partsteams.
teams.Our
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machines
machinescan canproduce
produceaavariety
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bagstyles.
styles.We
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systemsforforour
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specifictototheir
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Jidoki)and
andINVpack,
INVpack,we weoffer
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flexible
flexiblepackaging
packagingsolutions.
solutions.Pacraft
Pacraftspecializes
specializesininautomated
automatedpre-made
pre-madepouchpouchpackaging
packaging
systems,
systems,ensuring
ensuringprecise
preciseand
andreliable
reliablepouch
pouchloading,
loading,opening,
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andcapping
cappingfor forboth
both
liquid
liquidand
andnon-liquid
non-liquidapplications.
applications.INVpack
INVpackisisthe
theleader
leaderininstickpack/sachet
stickpack/sachetsystems,
systems,innovat-
innovat-
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technologiestotomeet
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securityand
andhygiene
hygienestandards,
standards,including
includingthetheUltra
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format.
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aboutour ourtailored
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packaging
equipment
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solutions.
See
See us
us at
at booth
booth
#1127
#1127

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
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 con-
veyors 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

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
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, sani-
tation or agency compliance (as required) using quality
components to meet or exceed your requirements.
We bring technology driven operator-to-controls commu-

nications 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 sup-

plier, 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

MXD
ADCOProcEss
MXD 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
providerofofliquid
liquidprocessing
processingequipment
equipment--new
newandandused!
used!
Our
Ourin-house
in-houseteams
teamsof ofprocess
processspecialists,
specialists,engineers,
engineers,and
andfabrication
fabricationwork
workwith
withyou
youto
tode-
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solutionstotoeven
eventhe
themost
mostchallenging
challengingmixing
mixingproblems.
problems.
Our
Ourmixing
mixingtechnologies
technologiesinclude
includelowlowshear
shearagitation,
agitation,high
highshear
shearblending,
blending,high
highviscosity
viscositypro-
pro-
cessing,
cessing,and
andmore.
more.We
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providesolutions
solutionsininspecialty
specialtyenvironments
environmentsand
andbuild
buildto
toyour
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industry's
high
highstandards.
standards.Specializing
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food&&beverage,
beverage,specialty
specialtychemicals,
chemicals,and
andpersonal
personalcare
care--our
our
applications
applicationsevolve
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currenttrends
trendsand
andregulations,
regulations,guaranteeing
guaranteeingaasafe,
safe,efficient,
efficient,and
and
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processsolution.
solution.
Looking
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scaleyour
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productionvolume?
volume? From
Fromstainless
stainlesssteel
steeltank
tankfabrication
fabricationto
tointegrated
integrated
processing
processingsystems,
systems,weweoffer
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controlsand
andautomation
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thatgive
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See
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us at
at booth
booth
#1036
#1036

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

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 multi-
blade 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 engi-
neers 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 preci-
sion 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

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, ac-
curate & 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 mod-
els. 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 multi-
head 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

Squid
SQUID
Squid ink
ADCO MANUFACTURING
INK
ink
7041Boone
7041 BooneAve
AveN.
N.Brooklyn
BrooklynPark,
Park,MNMN55428
55428
Phone:800-877-5658
Phone: 800-877-5658 Email:info@squidink.com
Email: info@squidink.com
www.squidink.com
www.squidink.com
www.squidink.com
SquidInk
Squid Inkmanufactures
manufacturescodingcodingandandmarking
markingsystemssystemsfor forproduct
productidentification
identificationand
andtrace-
trace-
ability,providing
ability, providingsuperior-quality
superior-qualityinks
inksand
andlow-maintenance
low-maintenanceprinting printingequipment.
equipment.SquidSquidInk Ink
beganinin1991,
began 1991,supplying
supplyinghigh-quality
high-qualityreplacement
replacementinkjet inkjetfluids.
fluids.Since
Sincethen,
then,the
thecompany
companyhas has
grownand
grown andexpanded
expandedto toinclude
includeaacomplete
completeline lineofofhi-res
hi-respiezo
piezoprinting
printingsystems,
systems,CIJCIJ(continu-
(continu-
ousink
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printingsystems,
systems,TIJTIJ(thermal
(thermalinkjet)
inkjet)printing
printingsystems,
systems,DOD DOD(drop-on-demand)
(drop-on-demand)
printingsystems,
printing systems,laser
lasercoders,
coders,andandaafull
fulllibrary
libraryof ofinks
inksand
andinkjet
inkjetfluids.
fluids.Our
Ourprinters
printersandandinkink
aredesigned
are designedto toprint
printthe
thehighest
highestquality
qualitybar
barcodes,
codes,batch batchnumbers,
numbers,date datecodes,
codes,logos,
logos,and and
largeor
large orsmall
smallcharacter
charactertext
textdirectly
directlyonto
ontocorrugated
corrugatedcases,cases,plastics,
plastics,metals,
metals,glass,
glass,wood,
wood,and and
othersubstrates.
other substrates.SquidSquidInkInkcontinues
continuesto todesign
designnew newproducts
productsthat thatarearereliable,
reliable,easy
easyto touse,
use,
andcost-effective.
and cost-effective.One Oneofofour
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latestexamples
examplesisisthe theCoPilot
CoPilotGemini.
Gemini.This Thisfeature-rich
feature-richprinting
printing
systemoffers
system offers360
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printresolution,
resolution,5.6”
5.6”print
printheight,
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full-colortouchscreen,
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wirelesstablet.
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printingof ofbar
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codes, logos,andandrazor-sharp
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small-charactertext. text.
See us
See us at
at booth
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#1826
#1826

TRIANGLE PACKAGE MACHINERY
COMPANY
6655 West Diversey Ave., Chicago, IL 60707 USA
Phone: 773/889-0200 Email: info@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 ac-
curacy 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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Matt Reynolds Chief Editor
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Sean Riley Senior News Editor
Pat Reynolds, Sterling Anthony, American Film & Machinery 14, 15
Eric F. Greenberg, Ben Miyares Contributing Editors www.afmsleeves.com
David Bacho Creative Director Baumer hhs 17
Kathy Travis Art Director www.baumerhhs.com
Cama North America 18

ADVERTISING www.camagroup.com
John Schrei Vice President, Sales • jschrei@pmmimediagroup.com Columbia/Okura 19
Lara Krieger Senior Manager, Print Operations www.columbiaokura.com
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Eastey 20
Janet Fabiano Financial Services Manager www.eastey.com
Econocorp, Inc. 21
PMMI MEDIA GROUP www.econocorp.com
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JLS Automation 22
Elizabeth Kachoris Vice President, Digital www.jlsautomation.com
Kelly Greeby Senior Director, Media Operations
Jen Krepelka Director, Digital Media Leibinger IBC
Trey Smith Senior Director, Events www.leibinger-group.com
Sharon Taylor Director, Marketing Matrix Packaging Machinery, Inc. 23
Joseph Angel Founding Partner and Executive Vice President, www.matrixpm.com
Industry Outreach, PMMI
METTLER TOLEDO IFC
www.mt.com/pi
Modular Conveyor Express 24

Multi-Conveyor 25
MXD Process 26
www.mxdprocess.com/
PMMI Media Group
401 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1700, Chicago, IL 60611 PMMI, The Association for Packaging 11, OBC
Phone: 312/222-1010 • Fax: 312/222-1310 and Processing Technologies
E-Mail: info@packworld.com • Web: www.packworld.com www.pmmi.org
ProSys Fill LLC. 27

PMMI The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies www.prosysfill.com
12930 Worldgate Dr., Suite 200, Herndon VA, 20170
Phone: 571/612-3200 • Fax: 703/243-8556 • Web: www.pmmi.org Sleeve Seal, LLC 28
www.sleeveseal.com
Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery 29

www..spee-dee.com
Squid Ink Manufacturing, Inc. 30

www.squidink.com
Triangle Package Machinery Company 31

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