EXPOSITION:
PACK EXPO International 2004 will focus on the latest developments in packaging technology and will showcase exhibitors’ state-of-the-art advances in packaging machinery, converting machinery, materials, packages and containers, and components. The most prominent companies in the industry look to PACK EXPO International to accommodate all size exhibits and product introductions. PACK EXPO International is a biennial event (every other year)—ideal timing for important industry updates and new product technology.

NEW:

• Radio Frequency Identification Pavilion (RFID Pavilion) has been added to this year’s event, highlighting solutions that meet the requirements of the entire supply chain. Included in the exhibits will be technologies to upgrade conventional lines into RFID-enabled packaging lines capable of applying multi-pack, case and pallet tags online; as well as advances designed to verify the presence of tags; write to the tags; and validate data on the tags.
• Showcase of Packaging Innovations will feature an array of the latest, award-winning packages from a selection of leading packaging organizations.
• The Packaging Security Resource Center focuses on protecting packaging operations against the threats of bio-terrorism, counterfeiting and product adulteration. Visit tabletop exhibits and technology displays from a select group of package-security technology and service providers as well as government stakeholders.
• The Confectionery Pavilion features the latest developments in both processing and packaging technology. The pavilion is offered through the joint effort of The Food Processing Machinery Association and the Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute.
• The Food Safety & Sanitation Pavilion is made possible by the Food Processing Machinery Association and Food Safety Magazine. It will help food and beverage manufacturers keep abreast of the latest developments in food safety and sanitation.

PACK EXPO International is sponsored and produced by Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute (PMMI), the leading non-profit packaging association in the United States.

PACK EXPO AUDIENCE:
PMMI has developed an aggressive international marketing campaign designed to attract the greatest number of attendees with the greatest possible buying power. Attendees include decision-makers and influencers from tens of thousands of companies from the U.S. and over 75 countries representing multi-billion dollar industries. Corporate managers, engineers, manufacturers, quality controllers, purchasers, production supervisors, research/development and sales & marketing professionals, represent 85% of the PACK EXPO International attendees in a broad range of industries: food & beverage dairy/meat/poultry/seafood, pharmaceutical/medical, chemical/household, computer, electronics, components, converting, volume printing, toys & games, aerospace, entertainment, private label, furniture/fixtures, wineries, confectionery, bakery, snack food, etc.

PACK EXPO NUMBER OF EXHIBITORS:
PACK EXPO International 2004 will feature 1,600+ companies utilizing over 1.2 million net square feet of exhibit space.

CO-LOCATION:
The Food Processing Machinery EXPO (formerly IEFP) will be co-located with PACK EXPO International 2004. FPM EXPO will be located on the Upper and Lobby Levels of Lakeside Center at McCormick Place. The focus of the Food Processing Machinery EXPO will be on the newest developments in processing technology to meet the challenges faced by the industry’s food and beverage manufacturers. FPM EXPO exhibitors will demonstrate state-of-the-art equipment in the fruit and vegetable, beverage, canning/freezing, environmental, instrumentation, prepared foods, can making, meat, dairy and snack food industries.

FPM EXPO AUDIENCE:
FPM EXPO will attract qualified buyers representing every market segment of the food industry from all corners of the United States and more than 75 countries. Visitors will come to see and purchase packaging, the latest in food processing equipment, air and liquid handling, and engineering/architectural, design services, cooling/freezing and instrumentation/controls. Food Processing Machinery EXPO is sponsored and produced by Food Processing Machinery Association (FPMA).

FPM EXPO NUMBER OF EXHIBITORS:
Food Processing Machinery EXPO will feature 350+ companies utilizing over 100,000 net square feet of exhibit space.

THE CONFERENCE AT PACK EXPO:
The Conference will run Monday, November 8, to Wednesday, November 10. Program topics and schedule will be announced in May of 2004 so check back soon.

RFID and Electronic Product Code (EPC) presentations will also be a part of the Conference at PACK EXPO, a series of informational and educational programs designed to complement technologies seen on the show floor.

Daily Conference Registration Fees:
Includes Conference program and single day’s proceedings:

Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday
Advance Registration = $55.00 per session (on or before October 15, 2004)
On-Site Registration = $70.00 per session

CONTACTS:
For detailed information on the exposition, contact show sponsor:
Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute
4350 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22203 USA
Phone: 703-243-8555
Fax: 703-243-3038
E-mail: expo@pmmi.org
Internet: www.packexpo.com