When the PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, conducted a study recently, it learned that 75% of manufacturers use robots at some point along their manufacturing line, including processing operations involving direct food contact.
The use of robotics has more than tripled in a number of industries in the past five years.
So to meet processors’ increasing demand for automation and robotics, PMMI is bringing The Processing Zone back to Pack Expo International.
“Since its first appearance, at PACK EXPO International 2010, The Processing Zone has continued to offer solutions for automation, plant safety, efficiency and technologies for all steps in the manufacturing process,” said Jim Pittas, vice president, Trade Shows, PMMI.
The pavilion will be located in Lakeside Upper Hall and will feature a wide range of processing technologies for manufacturing industries including baking and snack, beverage, dairy, meat and confectionery – as well as non-food sectors such as cosmetics and home and lawn care.
It will help processors to fine-tune their viewing options, evaluate their existing operations holistically and find whole line solutions that address both processing and packaging challenges. There will be more than 1,800 exhibitors at the next Pack Expo. Processing solutions providers will also be located in the exhibit halls of McCormick Place.
Processors will also have access to a number of other resources at the show:
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The Food Safety Summit Resource Center will help manufacturers learn about recent breakthroughs in food safety technologies and source solutions critical to food safety.
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The Confectionery Pavilion, located in the South Hall and sponsored by the National Confectioners Association (NCA), will connect attendees with equipment and materials to help maximize line flexibility and protect product freshness.
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Industry-specific lounges include The Baking-Snack Break lounge, endorsed by the Biscuit and Cracker Manufacturers’ Association (B&CMA), The Candy Bar lounge, endorsed by NCA and The Beverage Cooler lounge, endorsed by the International Society of Beverage Technologists (ISBT).
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Four Innovation Stage locations will offer convenient access to critical industry insights with free educational sessions.
Find out everything you need to know to register for PACK EXPO International 2014 here.
