Company Category: Industry Affiliates

PLCopen

PLCopen is an independent worldwide association providing efficiency in industrial automation based on the needs of users. Software plays an ever increasing role in industrial automation. This results in a software cost increase, even to the point that it becomes the highest part of the total system. To control these costs, one needs higher efficiency during the application development, while increasing the software quality. PLCopen consistently improves efficiency. PLCopen and its members have concentrated on technical specifications around the IEC 61131-3 standard in order to reduce costs in industrial engineering. This resulted for example in standardized libraries for different application fields, harmonized language conformity levels and engineering interfaces for exchange and transparent communication. The scope will broaden as additional standards and extensions to the standards are developed. This is accomplished by providing information, training, and fostering communications between users, vendors, educators and other people involved in industrial control software. | PLCopen is the leading vendor and product independent worldwide association for topics related to industrial control programming.PLCopen is:Focused on providing independent information on programming methodsImproving user awareness of the benefits of standardized programmingExtending and improving the IEC 61131-3 standardCreating concepts to reduce the costs of industrial automationRealizing cost savings in areas such as engineering, training, operation and maintenanceTogether with our members we concentrate on technical specifications around the IEC 61131-3 standard to reduce costs in industrial engineering.Today’s technical challenges in the industrial control market are changing, and PLCopen follows the demands of the market requirements with the main focus of driving efficiency in automation by defining general standards.

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Pennsylvania College of Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology (Penn College), a national leader in applied technology education and an affiliate of The Pennsylvania State University, is dedicated to preparing tomorrow’s workforce for success in advanced manufacturing, packaging, and processing industries. With a strong reputation for hands-on learning and industry-driven programs, Penn College offers more than 100 degree options in engineering technologies, polymer engineering, industrial design, automation, and related fields—providing graduates with the technical expertise and problem-solving skills employers demand. Penn College Workforce Development extends the college’s mission beyond traditional degree programs, delivering apprenticeship and customized training solutions for business and industry. Why Partner with Penn College Workforce Development? Industry-Validated Training: Programs are developed in collaboration with leading manufacturers and technology providers to address critical skills gaps in automation, robotics, mechatronics, CNC machining, and plastics processing. Flexible Delivery: From on-site training and online courses to registered apprenticeships and pre-apprenticeships, we offer scalable solutions for companies of all sizes. Proven Impact: Our partnerships drive measurable results—boosting productivity, reducing downtime, and improving employee retention. At PMMI Pack Expo, Penn College proudly represents the intersection of education, technology, and industry collaboration. Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your workforce, explore advanced manufacturing solutions, or connect with a trusted partner in technical training, Penn College Workforce Development is your resource for building skills, improving processes, and delivering results. | Pennsylvania College of Technology, a special mission affiliate of Penn State, is a national leader in applied technology education and is ranked among the top 10 public regional colleges in the north by U.S. News’ Best Colleges. Penn College offers nearly 100 bachelor, associate, and certificate majors in careers ranging from manufacturing, design, transportation, and construction to hospitality, health, business, and natural resources. Business/industry connections, small classes, industry-standard equipment, and faculty with work experience contribute to strong graduate placement rates. Workforce Development at Pennsylvania College of Technology serves industry through a broad portfolio of training solutions in apprenticeship, advanced manufacturing, industrial applications, plastics, business and leadership, and energy. Training can be delivered on site at your location, on campus, or virtually through our online learning platform.

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OMAC – The Organization For Machine Automation and Control

Transforming and simplifying automation for the world’s future, today. Provide collaborative thought leadership, standards and support to automation professionals enabling their organizations to save time, money and resources, creating room for innovation. OMAC, The Organization for Machine Automation and Control—founded in 1994, is the global organization for automation and manufacturing professionals that is dedicated to supporting the machine automation and operational needs of manufacturing. OMAC has members from end-user companies, OEM’s, and technology providers and system integrator companies. There are currently three active Working Groups: Packaging Machinery, Manufacturing, and Digital Transformation. OMAC developed and maintains the ISA-S88 TR88.00.02 standard known as PackML. Implementation of the PackML standard makes it easier to transfer and retrieve consistent machine data, as well as providing a common “look and feel” across machines on the plant floor. To learn more about OMAC, visit www.omac.org. | Transforming and simplifying automation for the world’s future, today. Provide collaborative thought leadership, standards and support to automation professionals enabling their organizations to save time, money and resources, creating room for innovation.OMAC, The Organization for Machine Automation and Control—founded in 1994, is the global organization for automation and manufacturing professionals that is dedicated to supporting the machine automation and operational needs of manufacturing. OMAC has members from end-user companies, OEM’s, and technology providers and system integrator companies. There are currently three active Working Groups: Packaging Machinery, Manufacturing, and Digital Transformation. OMAC developed and maintains the ISA-S88 TR88.00.02 standard known as PackML. Implementation of the PackML standard makes it easier to transfer and retrieve consistent machine data, as well as providing a common “look and feel” across machines on the plant floor.To learn more about OMAC, visit www.omac.org.

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Nilfisk

Nilfisk is a global leader in professional cleaning solutions, delivering high-performance equipment that helps food and beverage manufacturers maintain the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance. With over a century of innovation and expertise, Nilfisk provides a comprehensive range of industrial vacuums, floor scrubbers, sweepers, and pressure washers designed specifically for the unique challenges of food production environments. In the food and beverage industry, cleanliness is not just a priority—it’s a critical component of quality control, regulatory compliance, and brand reputation. Nilfisk solutions are built to address these demands, helping facilities prevent cross-contamination, control allergens, and manage combustible dust. Our equipment is engineered to support cleaning protocols in every zone of a facility, from raw material handling areas to packaging lines, cold storage, and loading docks. Nilfisk industrial vacuums—available in wet/dry, explosion-proof, and HEPA-filtered models—support dry cleanup, powder containment, and fine dust control, including combustible dust in both classified and non-classified areas. Floor care machines are optimized for efficiency and performance, offering quiet operation, easy maneuverability, and minimal water and detergent usage to support sustainability goals. Our solutions are backed by industry-specific knowledge, dedicated service teams, and a commitment to regulatory compliance with standards like NFPA, FDA, and OSHA. Whether you operate a small bakery, a large bottling plant, or a complex processing facility, Nilfisk helps safeguard food quality while improving operational efficiency. Explore how Nilfisk can help you elevate hygiene, streamline cleaning, and protect your production process at www.nilfisk.us. | Nilfisk: Excellence in Reliability, Performance, and Safety! Discover the epitome of reliability with Nilfisk’s meticulously engineered dust extractors. Renowned for enduring performance, our machines combine precision and durability to tackle any job efficiently. Beyond excellence, we prioritize safety, offering OSHA-compliant solutions that create a healthier work environment. Nilfisk is not just about products; it’s a partnership. With comprehensive support and a commitment to your success, trust in the reliability of your tools and the unwavering support that sets us apart. Nilfisk – where excellence is the standard. | Nilfisk is a world-leading provider of professional and consumer floorcare equipment, vacuum cleaners, and high-pressure washers with a commitment to innovation and sustainability to help businesses improve their productivity and environmental stewardship across the globe. | Nilfisk is a global leader in professional cleaning solutions, helping warehouses and logistics operations stay safe, efficient, and productive. Our equipment is purpose-built for high-traffic, high-volume facilities, combining performance, user-friendly operation, and easy maintenance to support smooth daily operations. At MODEX, visit our booth to explore our range of warehouse cleaning solutions, see robotic cleaning technology in action, and play our booth game for a chance to win a Nilfisk Dryft, the innovative all-in-one dry vacuum and wet pick-up solution. Nilfisk solutions are designed for every area of warehouse operations. From high-traffic loading docks and shipping zones to narrow picking aisles and elevated storage areas, our equipment helps remove dust, debris, and spills efficiently while maintaining a safe and clean environment. Our autonomous and manually operated systems provide consistent coverage, reduce labor, and improve productivity across the facility. Key features of Nilfisk warehouse solutions include: • User-friendly operation: Intuitive controls, simple maintenance routines, and onboard guidance make it easy for operators to clean efficiently with minimal training. • Flexible and ergonomic design: Equipment is designed for maneuverability in tight spaces, comfort during operation, and access to hard-to-reach areas. • Advanced dust and debris control: High-performance filtration and cleaning systems help improve air quality and maintain compliance in sensitive environments. • Sustainable performance: Energy-efficient systems with smart use of water and cleaning chemicals reduce operational costs and support sustainability goals. • Autonomous cleaning: Robotic technology automates repetitive tasks, allowing staff to focus on higher-value work while maintaining consistent cleaning standards. Nilfisk combines innovation, durability, and practical design to make warehouse cleaning smarter, safer, and more efficient. Our solutions help facilities reduce workplace hazards, improve operational efficiency, and lower total cost of ownership while supporting sustainability initiatives. Stop by our MODEX booth to see our cleaning solutions in action and play for a chance to win a Nilfisk Dryft! | Nilfisk: Smarter Cleaning Solutions for Warehouse & Logistics Nilfisk, a global leader in professional cleaning equipment, helps warehouse and logistics facilities maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and efficiency. With innovative cleaning technologies, Nilfisk provides tailored solutions to reduce downtime, improve workplace safety, and ensure regulatory compliance. Comprehensive Cleaning for Every Warehouse Area Warehouses and distribution centers face unique challenges, from high-traffic floors to elevated storage spaces. Nilfisk offers industrial vacuums, sweepers, scrubbers, and high dusting solutions to maintain clean and efficient operations. Key Warehouse Cleaning Challenges & Solutions Loading Docks & Shipping Areas: High traffic results in dust and debris buildup, increasing slip hazards. Sweepers and scrubbers remove contaminants, keeping floors dry and safe. Aisles & Order Fulfillment Areas: Consistent cleaning is essential to minimize airborne dust. Robotic scrubbers and vacuums work autonomously to keep these spaces clean with minimal disruption. High Dusting for Racks & Overhead Areas: Accumulated dust on high surfaces affects air quality and creates fire hazards. Nilfisk’s high dusting vacuums safely remove fine particles from hard-to-reach areas, improving facility hygiene. Bundling & Packaging Areas: Dust and packaging waste create workflow hazards. HEPA-filtered vacuums and scrubbers efficiently capture fine debris to maintain cleanliness. Fresh Food & Cold Storage: Moisture, bacteria, and airborne particles threaten product safety. Moisture-resistant scrubbers and HEPA vacuums help prevent contamination and ensure compliance. Raw Materials Warehouses: Dust accumulation and cross-contamination risks demand high-efficiency vacuums and scrubbers to ensure product integrity and regulatory compliance. Innovative Equipment for Smarter Cleaning Nilfisk develops advanced cleaning solutions to meet the evolving needs of warehouse and logistics operations: *VHB436 & VHB120 – Battery-operated industrial vacuums for mobility, efficiency, and dust-free cleaning. *Exclusive product unveiling – A new formula for the cleaning experience, designed to redefine performance and productivity. *High Dusting Solutions – Safe removal of dust from elevated surfaces, improving air quality and preventing fire hazards. Enhancing Workplace Safety & Efficiency Nilfisk helps warehouses and logistics centers maintain clean, compliant, and hazard-free environments. By preventing airborne dust, reducing slip-and-fall risks, and offering automated cleaning solutions, Nilfisk enhances both safety and efficiency. Their team provides customized cleaning assessments to ensure facilities receive the right solutions for their needs. Discover Nilfisk’s Advanced Cleaning Technologies With a focus on innovation, safety, and efficiency, Nilfisk offers solutions beyond standard floor cleaning—incorporating high dusting, deep scrubbing, and autonomous cleaning technologies to keep warehouses operating at peak performance. Learn how Nilfisk can help transform your facility with smart, effective, and sustainable cleaning solutions.

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NERLEI CCI

We are 2 Portugues Chamber of Commerce, onefrom the northen reagion – AEBRAGA CCI (city of Braga) and central reagion – NERLEI CCI (city of Leiria) with a collective action to support the internationalization of the Portuguese packaging sector. Our goal is to promote Portuguese exports of packaging solutions and strengthen the sector’s positioning in demanding value chains markets. We want to show to the world, that Portugal has many sustainable, high quality, optimized solutions for the packing business. Portugal is the distination for sustainable and innovative packaging solutions. From Portugal you can a complete ecosystem driven by agility, efficiency and meaningful footprint reduction. From paper to cork, from glass to lightweigh metals, Portugal has it all. And does it better.

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MSWUSA LLC

At MSW USA, we’re dedicated to delivering precision-engineered stretch wrapping solutions tailored to your unique operational needs. Built with performance, sustainability, and user satisfaction in mind, our R4+ Wrapping Robot is available in three size variants, reaching heights up to 9.8 ft—capable of wrapping virtually any pallet size with ease. Our commitment goes beyond products. We pride ourselves on exceptional customer support, consistently earning praise for reliability, engineering quality, and service. Customers routinely highlight how the R4+ systems have streamlined workflows, reducing downtime and improving safety during pallet handling. Whether you’re looking to enhance efficiency, lower costs, or optimize sustainability in your shipping operations, MSW USA offers the technology and support to make it happen.

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Metalcraft, Inc.

Barcode Tags, QR Code Tags, RFID Tags, Sensor Tags Metalcraft, Inc. is a leading asset tracking label manufacturer dedicated to eliminating program failure before it happens. We understand a simple truth: if the tag fails, the system fails. That’s why Metalcraft engineers every label to perform reliably in real-world manufacturing and logistics environments—ensuring your asset tracking system delivers the accuracy, visibility, security, and efficiency you depend on. Our approach is built around a consultative, pre-delivery due diligence process that sets us apart. Every project begins with in-depth discovery focused on your exact application, environment, and operational goals. We analyze your asset tracking requirements and diagnose potential failure points—such as environmental exposure, surface materials, data requirements, workflow integration, and system compatibility—so we can design around them before they impact performance. Metalcraft uses a technology-agnostic methodology to ensure the right-fit tracking technology for your application. Whether your solution requires barcode, RFID, or another identification method, we design a label specifically engineered to meet your operational demands. We don’t push a single technology—we determine what works best for your environment and objectives. Before full-scale production, we validate performance through real-world testing. We provide a demo set of labels so you can put both our label and your internal processes through their paces. This pre-delivery validation ensures durability, adhesion, readability, and data integrity under actual use conditions. By identifying and resolving issues upfront, we eliminate costly surprises and reduce the risk of system disruption. Once validated, Metalcraft delivers at scale—on time and with consistency. Our manufacturing processes prioritize quality control, data accuracy, and tag resilience. The result is a label you can trust to perform throughout its lifecycle, even in demanding industrial settings. Manufacturing and logistics operations depend on reliable asset identification to maintain workflow efficiency, regulatory compliance, inventory accuracy, and operational visibility. Metalcraft labels are engineered to support these critical functions without compromise. We recognize that a tracking system is only as strong as its weakest component. That’s why our focus remains unwavering: design it right the first time. With Metalcraft, you gain more than a label supplier—you gain a partner committed to preventing failure before it occurs. Our due diligence process, engineering expertise, and commitment to performance ensure that when your tracking system goes live, it works exactly as intended. Metalcraft tags don’t fail—so your system doesn’t either. | Metalcraft, Inc. manufactures durable asset tracking labels for the packaging industry—especially reusable containers, totes, trays, pallets, and returnable transport items (RTIs). We offer both RFID and barcode technologies, and we design with one core reality in mind: if the tag fails, the system fails. That’s why we start with a consultative, pre-delivery due diligence process—learning your wash cycles, handling abuse, chemicals, temperatures, surfaces, and scan/read requirements—then engineering around the failure points that typically cause tracking programs to break down. We provide test labels to prove performance in your real-world operation and workflows before scaling production. Once validated, we deliver labels at scale, on time, with the data integrity and rugged resilience you can trust—so your reusable-container tracking stays accurate, dependable, and built to last. | Metalcraft has provided customized property identification solutions including barcode and radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies since 1950. We create high-impact identification and tracking solutions specifically targeted to each customer’s unique application needs by intensely listening, learning, and creating that ideal solution together. Pairing our “sense of urgency service” with our deep, technical and product expertise, we partner with our customers, developing better and move innovative, customized ID solutions that deliver long-term success. Frankly, Metalcraft is ID Made Better®.*****Asset management is vital to the packaging industry. That’s because keeping track of inventory and sending products to the right locations is the core of what this industry is all about. In addition to being able to better manage one-off inventories of consumer goods, what’s more important is the reusable nature of asset management technologies for pallets and barrels. These items may be used for multiple years to ship products back and forth.Whether your asset is sitting in a storage facility or actively in transit, it has to be properly tagged so that you can keep track of it. Large shipping containers, pallets and individual packages can all use asset tags so that your inventory management is not compromised by harsh handling conditions.Durable and reusable RFID tags offer great benefits here, as well. RFID tags are often built to withstand years of use, even in hot and dirty delivery environments. Automating the QA process on load verification also helps to minimize missed deliveries to stores, which is a problem that costs distribution companies $25-30 million per year nationwide. | Metalcraft specializes in manufacturing custom barcode labels and RFID tags for a wide range of industries, including supply chain and logistics. With over 75 years of experience, we’ve helped thousands of customers tackle identification challenges, producing hundreds of millions of durable and reusable labels and tags. Our expertise makes us the go-to provider for the returnable packaging industry. Be sure to check out our industry leading Universal RFID product line including our latest product our Long Range Universal RFID Tag, a passive RFID tag boasting up to a 55 ft read range. Stop by booth S334 to meet our ID experts and discover how we can support your application needs!

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Messe Dusseldorf North America, Inc.

interpack 2026processing and packagingInternational Trade FairMay 7-13, 2026Düsseldorf, Germanyinterpack, the world’s leading international trade fair for the processing and packaging industries, will return to Düsseldorf, Germany in May 2026. The last staging of the show in 2023 featured 2,728 exhibitors from around the world and attracted over 142,000 visitors from 156 countries involved in the food, beverage, confectionery, bakery, pharma, cosmetics, non-food and industrial goods sectors.And what’s more: The interpack alliance extends its reach in the meantime to other exciting and dynamic sales regions with trade shows in other countries*:SWoP / Shanghai World of PackagingNovember 25-27, 2025Shanghai, China pacprocess Middle East Africa / Food AfricaDecember 9-12, 2025Cairo, Egypt printpack AlgiersMarch 30 – April 1, 2026Algiers, Algeria* For a full list of global interpack alliance events, please visit www.interpackalliance.com.Please visit us at Pack Expo Las Vegas booth W-134 for interpack visitor registration and travel information! Exhibit details about the USA Pavilion at interpack 2026 will also be available, along with exhibit and visitor information for the interpack alliance family of international trade fairs.

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MARQ Packaging Systems, Inc.

In 1965, one man’s vision changed from a dream to a reality for company founder and CEO, Ted Marquis Sr. With the help of 15 employees and overwhelming support from his family, Packaging Systems was formed which later became known as MARQ Packaging Systems, a leader in innovative and technologically advanced packaging equipment. The main core of the new packaging company was a top and bottom stapling case sealer, known as the MARQ XI, which Ted designed with the help of his one engineer, who was also the lead assembly man, welder and painter. Those humble beginnings have grown to include (3) 50,000sqft+ buildings that house sales, engineering, fabrication and assembly on over 10 acres located in beautiful Yakima, WA, the heart of the Pacific Northwest. MARQ’s packaging equipment now includes case erector bottom sealers, uniform and random sealers, vibration settling/sealing and tray-formers. Each machine is specifically manufactured based on each customer’s unique line requirements and needs. Our equipment runs the full range from semi-automatic to the pioneering. | MARQ Packaging Systems has been designing and manufacturing case handling equipment for 60 years. From our dedicated sales team to engineering, fabrication, and assembly, each MARQ machine is manufactured based on your application and requirements. We offer a full line of equipment including uniform (automatic)case sealers, random case sealers, case erector bottom sealers, vibration (product settling) sealers, and trayformers. Our equipment runs the complete range from semi-automatic to the innovative “QC” quick size changeover that is accomplished without tools in under 1 minute. Sealing can be achieved with pressure-sensitive tape, hotmelt glue, or a combination of both. We’ve packaged everything from ball bearings to popsicles to washers and dryers. If your product is packed inside a corrugated container, chances are we have equipment that can streamline your production needs, helping to reduce or eliminate manual labor and time-consuming changeovers. In the environment we live in, flexibility, innovation, reliability, and versatility are key factors and the team at MARQ is ready to provide your solution. | In 1965, one man’s vision changed from a dream to a reality for company founder and CEO, Ted Marquis Sr. With the help of 15 employees and overwhelming support from his family, Packaging Systems was formed which later became known as MARQ Packaging Systems, a leader in innovative and technologically advanced packaging equipment. The main core of the new packaging company was a top and bottom stapling case sealer, known as the MARQ XI, which Ted designed with the help of his one engineer, who was also the lead assembly man, welder and painter. Those humble beginnings have grown to include (3) 50,000sqft+ buildings that house sales, engineering, fabrication and assembly on over 10 acres located in beautiful Yakima, WA, the heart of the Pacific Northwest. MARQ’s packaging equipment now includes case erector bottom sealers, uniform and random sealers, vibration settling/sealing and tray-formers. Each machine is specifically manufactured based on each customer’s unique line requirements and needs. Our equipment runs the full range from semi-automatic to the pioneering. | In 1965, one man’s vision changed from a dream to a reality for company founder and CEO, Ted Marquis Sr. With the help of 15 employees and overwhelming support from his family, Packaging Systems was formed which later became known as MARQ Packaging Systems, a leader in innovative and technologically advanced packaging equipment. The main core of the new packaging company was a top and bottom stapling case sealer, known as the MARQ XI, which Ted designed with the help of his one engineer, who was also the lead assembly man, welder and painter. Those humble beginnings have grown to include (3) 50,000sqft+ buildings that house sales, engineering, fabrication and assembly on over 10 acres located in beautiful Yakima, WA, the heart of the Pacific Northwest.MARQ’s packaging equipment now includes case erector bottom sealers, uniform and random sealers, vibration settling/sealing and tray-formers.Each machine is specifically manufactured based on each customer’s unique line requirements and needs. Our equipment runs the full range from semi-automatic to the pioneering.

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Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP)

The Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) is the leading organization dedicated to advancing individuals who work across the packaging value chain. We empower packaging professionals at every stage of their careers – from students and emerging talent to seasoned leaders – by providing education, certification, and a strong professional community. We’ve helped people deepen their technical skills, grow their networks, and stay connected to the trends shaping our industry.Our members represent consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, equipment suppliers, material producers, and service providers who are committed to delivering safe, sustainable, and innovative packaging solutions.We offer a wide range of programs designed to support your professional development, including in-person sessions such as our Fundamentals of Packaging Technology course, our Packaging Machinery: Basics seminar, and our Fundamentals of Sustainable Packaging course, as well as our expanding lineup of webinars and virtual offerings, such as our Fundamentals of Packaging Project Management course.We also support career advancement through two globally recognized designations: Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) and Certified Professionals in Training (CPIT).IoPP members connect and collaborate through our chapters, Technical Committees, national events, and PackChat, our online community for real-time industry dialogue and knowledge sharing. Whether you’re looking to learn, lead, or expand your circle, you’ll find people here who understand your work and share your commitment to the future of packaging.As a nonprofit association, we remain focused on one mission: helping you succeed in your packaging career. When you stop by our booth, you’ll meet the team behind the education, certifications, networking, and recognition programs that support thousands of professionals worldwide. | The Institute of Packaging Professionals is the largest packaging professional association in the nation. We are dedicated to creating networking and educational opportunities that help packaging professionals succeed. Becoming a member of IoPP is an investment in the success of your career and in the growth of the packaging community as a whole. IoPP is committed to providing members with the right opportunities through networking events and educational programs. All of IoPP’s programs are driven by industry need and delivered by qualified leaders and subject matter experts in the packaging community. Educational courses are developed using fresh curriculum based on industry demand. In-depth activities, IoPP events, educational program developments, membership information, and new bookstore products are covered in the weekly IoPP Update electronic newsletter. The newsletter is posted on the web site as well as sent electronically to all current IoPP members. Go to www.iopp.org for additional information. | The Institute of Packaging Professionals is the largest individual member organization for packaging professionals. We are dedicated to creating networking and educational opportunities that empower packaging professionals to succeed. | The Institute of Packaging Professionals is a membership organization dedicated to creating networking and educational opportunities that empower packaging professionals to succeed.We offer membership options tailored to every stage of your packaging career, ranging from students to retired professionals. Visit our website to find out more about our membership options.

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