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PMMI is the Reston, Va.-based producer of the annual PACK EXPO shows and biennial ProFood Tech show. This organization also offers a variety of resources and events to educate, promote and advance the packaging industry.

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Report: Environmental, economic factors driving change in food processing technology

Natural resources, tighter regulations and heavier taxes to protect the environment, as well as ways to minimize waste and save energy are environmental concerns.
January 29, 2019
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Environmental and economic factors are having a significant impact on the global food and beverage processing market, according to a study released by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, Reston, Va.
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Finding the right HPP solution

High-pressure processing can streamline efficiency on the production line, providing energy- and utility-savings that help companies meet their sustainability goals.
Tom Egan
January 4, 2019
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Before diving into an HPP installation, it is important for food and beverage processors to understand that these are not one-size-fits-all solutions.
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PMMI Sean Riley

How macro trends drive packaging trends in frozen food sector

Changes in consumer demands and behavior, coupled with the availability of real-time consumer market information has made having machinery that can quickly handle changing packaging formats a high priority for producers.
Sean Riley
November 13, 2018
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The four major macro factors driving packaging trends for manufacturers of frozen food involve e-commerce, shifting global demographics, the growth of disposable income and the educated consumer.
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Study: Increased investment in automation benefits CPG companies

Cobots are the fastest growing segment of industrial automation.
October 25, 2018
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As automation increases in importance and usability in the manufacturing sector, collaborative robots (cobots), artificial intelligence and big data can be distinct drivers of investment and performance, according to a survey conducted by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, Reston, Va.
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PACK EXPO 2018: Innovation in Action

October 22, 2018
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From Big data analytics, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and artificial intelligence to machine learning, digitization and the cloud-based solutions, PACK EXPO International showcased innovation in action at this year’s tradeshow, Oct. 14-17 at Chicago’s McCormick Place.


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PACK EXPO International showcases innovation in action

As consumer demands for convenience, flexibility and personalization grow, the packaging industry continues to design solutions to meet these expectations.
September 20, 2018
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PACK EXPO International is poised to showcase innovation in action at this year’s tradeshow, scheduled for Oct. 14-17 at Chicago’s McCormick Place.


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Report provides insight into CPG operational challenges

Packaging changes and ranges present constant challenges to machine design.
January 9, 2018
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Changing consumer demands, such as the push for clean labeling, the rise in the meal kit market and an increase in custom products, is affecting consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies' production operations, according to the newly released “Vision 2025” report from PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, Reston, Va.
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