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PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies
Global association and trade show organizer connecting the packaging and processing industry across the manufacturing supply chain.
Directory listing reviewed July 2026
About PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies
Geographic reach: North America, United States, Canada, Mexico, Latin America, Global
PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies is a leading North American trade association that serves as a global resource for the packaging and processing industry, connecting stakeholders across the manufacturing supply chain. Founded to advance the business interests and technical capabilities of machinery, materials, and component suppliers, PMMI today represents hundreds of companies that design, build, and integrate packaging and processing solutions for consumer and industrial markets.
Beyond traditional association services, PMMI has become a major trade show organizer, best known for its PACK EXPO portfolio, which brings together equipment manufacturers, brand owners, and supply chain partners to explore new technologies, automation, sustainability solutions, and production efficiency improvements. PMMI’s value proposition combines in‑person market access with industry intelligence and workforce development.
Its Business Intelligence unit produces detailed market and technology reports that help members and exhibitors identify growth opportunities and investment trends in packaging and processing. Through PMMI U and related training programs, the association also develops technical skills via courses such as the Fundamentals of Packaging Machinery, supporting the talent pipeline for OEMs and end users.
PMMI Media Group extends this ecosystem year‑round by providing news, analysis, and product coverage across multiple media brands, further amplifying exhibitor visibility and buyer engagement. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, with additional offices in Chicago and Mexico City, PMMI reaches a broad audience across North America and increasingly worldwide, positioning its events as critical platforms for companies involved in packaging, processing, and related logistics.
For exhibitors and visitors, participating in PMMI‑organized shows offers direct access to qualified buyers, technology leaders, and comprehensive educational programs focused on real‑world production challenges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
PMMI organizes the PACK EXPO family of trade shows, which includes large‑scale events such as PACK EXPO International, PACK EXPO Las Vegas, PACK EXPO East, and EXPO PACK shows in Latin America. These events focus on packaging and processing technologies for a wide range of industries, from food and beverage and pharmaceuticals to household and industrial goods.
To exhibit at PACK EXPO International or other PACK EXPO events, companies typically need to submit an exhibitor application through the official PACK EXPO website, select booth size and location, and comply with PMMI’s exhibitor rules and service deadlines. PMMI’s trade show team can be contacted via the EXPO@pmmi.org email address for detailed guidance on space selection, pricing, and sponsorship options.
PMMI’s U.S. headquarters is located at 12930 Worldgate Drive, Suite 200, Herndon, Virginia, 20170‑6037, USA. The association also maintains a PMMI Media Group office in Chicago, Illinois, and a regional office in Mexico City to support EXPO PACK and related activities.
Prospective visitors to PACK EXPO events generally register online through the dedicated event registration pages linked from PMMI or PACK EXPO websites. The process usually involves creating an account, entering company and attendee details, selecting conference or seminar options if applicable, and paying any registration fees. Confirmation and badges are delivered electronically or on‑site according to event instructions.
PMMI’s trade shows primarily serve North America, with major events in cities such as Chicago and Las Vegas, and regional shows on the U.S. East Coast. Through EXPO PACK and its Mexico office, PMMI also reaches Latin American markets, attracting exhibitors and visitors from across the Americas and increasingly from Europe and Asia.
Companies interested in exhibiting can contact PMMI using the main association email info@pmmi.org or the dedicated trade show email EXPO@pmmi.org. Phone support is available via +1 (571) 612‑3200 or the toll‑free 888‑ASK‑PMMI number in the U.S. PMMI’s team assists with booth selection, exhibitor services, and promotional opportunities.
PMMI offers Business Intelligence reports that provide a quantifiable outlook on specific markets and technology trends in packaging and processing. These studies, along with PMMI U training and education, complement its trade shows by giving exhibitors and visitors data‑driven insight into emerging demand, regulatory changes, and innovation priorities.
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