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East Coast gets its own PACK EXPO

Philadelphia gets its own PACK EXPO As PACK EXPO International wraps up today in Chicago, show organizer PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, says it is bringing the latest packaging and processing solutions to the East Coast with the debut of the first PACK EXPO East event.

Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia on February 16-18, 2015, the new show will spotlight the same innovation, educational resources and networking opportunities the PACK EXPO brand is known for.

“We learned through customer research that we have a great opportunity for both PACK EXPO exhibitors and end users in the North East,” says Jim Pittas, sr. vice president, PMMI. “Whether your market is confectionery, baking/snack, pharmaceutical and medical devices, food, beverage, electronics or something else, PACK EXPO East will bring an exclusive focus on processing and packaging technologies, top-tier exhibitors and a customer-centric approach to operational needs.”

According to PMMI, the event’s educational programming will address challenges in sustainability, food safety and automation, and networking opportunities to connect with suppliers and peers on important issues and trends.

To learn more and to register for PACK EXPO East, visit packexpoeast.com.

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Jeremy Gerrard was Food Engineering's Digital/Online Editor. He is a graduate of Auburn University with a degree in journalism. His previous work experience includes years spent as a reporter with the Daily Local News out of Chester County, PA. In addition to writing feature articles for Food Engineering, Jeremy covered the Dry Processing, Field Reports and People and Industry news sections.