Event guide
Why this event is on the calendar
PACK EXPO International 2026 is PMMI's packaging and processing trade show, confirmed for October 18–21 at McCormick Place in Chicago. It is relevant to robotics because packaging, processing, warehouse, and inspection systems are deployed side by side with broader manufacturing equipment.
The event is not a pure robotics conference, which is a strength for teams evaluating an integrated line or meeting end users in food, beverage, consumer goods, life sciences, and industrial packaging. The organizer's current site is the appropriate source for 2026 education and exhibitor details as they are released.
Who gets value from it
Packaging and processing operations, plant leaders, OEMs, integrators, robotics vendors, and teams buying automation for production lines.
How the day tends to work
Expect a large working show floor, supplier meetings, equipment demonstrations, and education. Arrive with a shortlist of use cases or vendors; the scale favors a planned route.
Prior-edition evidence
What past editions show
Plan with primary sources
Official links and follow-up
Organizer sources
Researched from organizer-owned sources. Programs and logistics can change, so confirm registration and venue details before booking travel.
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