Worldwide, the demand to cut costs, increase productivity and strengthen competitive advantage grows stronger everyday.

To succeed, you need one packaging and processing show that does it all. That show is PACK EXPO International 2004, the largest packaging show in the Western Hemisphere and the only place you need to go this year to find the latest cutting-edge packaging and processing solutions.

Nowhere will you discover a better value for exploring the latest:

· Packaging machinery
· Converting machinery
· Materials
· Containers
· Components
· And more

Since everything you need is here—
you need to be here.

The universal drive to reach new heights of productivity puts an even greater focus on the need to maximize your time and budget. Because PACK EXPO International 2004 has it all, it’s the only show you need to attend this year. Your return on investment for attending starts to pay off almost immediately.

Chicago Illinois USA November 7 thru 11 2004

Solid business reasons to come to PACK EXPO International 2004.

  • To browse more than 1,900 packaging and processing exhibitors from around the world presenting more than 1.3 million sq. ft. of exhibits.
  • To network with others in your industry from all four corners of the globe.
  • To attend specialized conferences led by highly regarded experts.
  • To evaluate the latest advances while experiencing “live,” hands-on demonstrations of the best and newest technologies the world has to offer.

PACK EXPO International 2004 takes place at one of the most easily accessible exhibition halls in the world—McCormick Place. Plus everything that puts Chicago on the map is within your grasp, including world-class restaurants, theaters, museums and shopping.

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Wednesday, Nov. 10th:

ExxonMobil awards innovation

DuPont spotlights new films, containers, resins and technologies

European Eye: Hot news as celebrity chef launches self-heating coffee

Bosch grows through acquisitions, integration

Sterling finish in shrink wrapping

PACK EXPO: News Briefs

Tuesday, Nov. 9th:

Hormel innovations open conference

PMMI chairman speaks on packaging trends

European Eye: Coding using color change chemistry

Tagging basics kicks off RFID track

Smurfit-Stone 'magnifies' offerings, customer successes

Modular shrink-pack systems debut

PACK EXPO International: News Briefs

Monday, Nov. 8th:

Packaging solutions at PACK EXPO help generate business

Videojet, others, join forces, to launch new equipment

European Eye: Duo debut of RFID and coding system more than meet retailer mandate

PACK EXPO: News Briefs

Sunday, Nov. 7th:

Show promises latest in new items

New pavilions and programs highlight packaging innovation

European Eye: Trend to total integrated suppliers transcends turnkey operators

Quad-seal pouch, machine are showcased at EXPO

Packaging equipment meets all OMAC Guidelines

Retortable zipper creates new options

PACK EXPO: News Briefs

Spotlight Product

Package coding without the hassle, the mess, or the downtime. Inkjet technology by Hewlett-Packard, the pioneer in inkjet printing, enables high quality package coding solutions that keep production lines up and running. Discover what Hewlett-Packard-based inkjet technology can do for your package coding needs.


Attend the 2004 Packaging Hall of Fame Awards! Click here for more information about corporate sponsorships.





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