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PACK EXPO Shows: Key Details and Which Ones to Exhibit At Companies specializing in the packaging and processing industries tend to have a pretty busy trade show calendar. One series of conventions that should be at the top of the priority list each year is the PACK EXPO events presented by The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies (PMMI). With a total of six trade shows across North America, though, it can be difficult to determine which one(s) will be the most lucrative for your unique business. If your marketing team is crunching the numbers to figure out where to allocate its convention dollars, it’s time to learn about each of the options. And since the PACK EXPO shows take place every two years, there’s plenty of time to plan. The Biggest PACK EXPO Shows When a trade show professional thinks of PACK EXPO, chances are one of two events comes to mind: either the Las Vegas event or PACK EXPO International, which takes place in Chicago. It’s no wonder why these conventions have great brand recognition, as they’re two of the largest trade shows in the United States. They’re staggered every year, and many exhibitors choose to have a presence at each one. PACK EXPO Las Vegas Tekniplex exhibited in this 10×20 trade show exhibit at PACK Expo Las Vegas In odd-numbered years, exhibitors dedicate some of their marketing budgets to PACK EXPO Las Vegas. The show boasts all sorts of impressive stats, such as: 35,000 attendees Approximately 71% of attendees make or influence purchasing decisions More than 40 vertical industries are represented About 80% of the industries’ top brands exhibit and/or attend The show’s attendees represent everything from food and beverage manufacturers to household and automotive products to the life sciences and personal care industries. The convention fills up virtually every square foot of the Las Vegas Convention Center. PACK EXPO International in Chicago Each even-numbered year, Chicago welcomes PACK EXPO International. This convention is absolutely massive (its 2024 event welcomed nearly 48,000 attendees) and, as its name suggests, hosts representatives from around the globe. About 2,700 exhibitors sprawl across 1.3 million square feet of exhibit space throughout Chicago’s McCormick Place, so competition for attendees’ attention runs quite high. If this size of show isn’t quite your speed, don’t worry—you have several other smaller options. The 20×35 Fariba Pack trade show booth at PACK Expo Chicago 2024 Smaller But Lucrative Conventions The large PACK EXPO shows in Las Vegas and Chicago aren’t right for every exhibitor. Fortunately, there are four other options, as PMMI puts on events with the same two-year rotating schedule that might fit your company’s needs and goals a little better. Smaller PACK EXPO Shows in the United States In odd-numbered years, consider exhibiting at PACK EXPO Southeast at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. This show, which takes place in the Spring, draws 450 exhibitors and 7,000 attendees. The Southeast is home to huge company headquarters in the aerospace, computer, electronic, personal care, and food and beverage industries, and each is heavily represented. Another option is PACK EXPO East. You can rent booth space at this event in even-numbered years. Hosted at Philadelphia’s Philadelphia Convention Center, this trade show is a little bigger than its Southeastern sibling, boasting 500 exhibitors and 8,000 visitors. Buyers from large regional industries such as food and beverage, life sciences, and cosmetics and personal care attend this convention. Mexico-Based Shows PMMI also organizes a pair of trade shows in Mexico. Travel to Jalisco in the summer of odd-numbered years for EXPO PACK Guadalajara, where you’ll be among 700 exhibitors vying for the attention of 17,000 attendees. This event has been growing over the decades and often showcases exhibitors inside new pavilions. The most heavily drawn industries include food and beverage manufacturing, life sciences, and cosmetics and personal care. The larger of the two PACK EXPO shows in the Central American country takes place in the capital: PACK EXPO México in Mexico City. With 20,000 attendees visiting as many as 700 exhibits, you’ll be able to show off your innovations in automation, packaging equipment and materials, and the food and beverage field. Determining Which PACK EXPO Shows are Right for Your Company So, which PACK EXPO shows should you exhibit at? It really depends on a number of factors. Here are a few things to consider: Geographical location. If you do most of your business in one of the PACK EXPO show regions, gravitate toward those conventions. You’ll be able to meet with more existing and prospective customers and save some money on travel expenses. Trade show budget. When you calculate your trade show budget, you’ll need to assess costs like booth space rental, on-site services, travel fees, and of course, your actual trade show exhibit. Some of the PACK EXPO shows might be less expensive for you than others. Target audience. You know your target audience better than anyone. Find out which shows your ideal customers are attending and prioritize the events that’ll put you in front of the most prospects. Current brand recognition. The Las Vegas and Chicago PACK EXPO shows are absolutely enormous, and smaller or first-time exhibitors might have a hard time standing out among huge brands and exhibits. If you’re just breaking onto the trade show scene, it might be better to start with one of the smaller shows in Atlanta, Philadelphia, or Mexico. Keep in mind that both domestic and international exhibiting can be a bit challenging and stressful. Whichever trade shows you decide are right for your company, the best move is always to partner with the experts.  We’re the Gold Standard in PACK EXPO Shows and Exhibits You need a team of talented, experienced professionals on your side to make a great impression at PACK EXPO shows. Our team has years of experience in these events as well as conventions across the globe, and we’ll be your turnkey trade show partners from exhibit design all the way through on-site logistics. Connect with us today to learn how we can help you thrive at PACK EXPO! Product and Service Categories on Display  Bagging, Pouching, and Wrapping Equipment   Cartoning, Multipacking, and Case Packing  Coding, Labeling, Printing, and Reading Equipment   E-Commerce   Filling, Capping, and Closing  Material Handling and Warehousing  Plant & Warehouse Infrastructure and Operations   Robot and End-of-Arm Tooling Manufacturers   Sustainability   PACK EXPO Attendees Can Expect  A huge show floor with 2,500 exhibitors   Over 150 free informational and educational sessions across multiple show floor stages   Networking opportunities with industry professionals   PACK EXPO Exhibitors Can Expect   Access to 45,000 attendees   Enhanced brand awareness  The opportunity to showcase new products and services  PACK EXPO Displays and Exhibit Services from Metro Exhibits  Companies who exhibit at PACK EXPO in Chicago, IL use Metro Exhibits for their trade show booth needs. Our highly experienced team handles any and every detail. We design, fabricate, rent and ship any size display, along with the full array of wrap-around trade show services, giving you end-to-end peace of mind so you can focus on your trip and your presentation.   Pre-Show Trade Show Services at PACK EXPO  Trade show booth design   Trade show exhibit fabrication   Trade show booth rentals   Project management   Floorplan and manual procurement   Trade show logistics   Venue and labor coordination   Audiovisual, electrical, and food and beverage management   Paperwork and contract management   On-Site Trade Show Display Services at PACK EXPO  Shipping  Installation/Dismantle   On-Site Supervision   Show Services Coordination  Material Handling/Drayage   Post-Show Trade Show Services for PACK EXPO  Shipping  Storage   Lead Retrieval   Cost Reconciliation   Contact us today for more information.  

Even if you don’t play golf, the PGA Merchandise Show, held in Orlando, FL, is a sight to be seen. The PGA Merchandise Show lasts for four days in January and attracts anyone and everyone from the golfing industry. Participants in the PGA Merchandise Show have included Titleist, PING, Callaway Golf, Taylor Made, Cobra Puma Golf, Nike and Bridgestone. In the past, over 1,000 companies and brands from over 80 countries have attended to exhibit, offer educational seminars, product demos, and interactive showcases. Over 40,000 PGA professionals and golf enthusiasts attend the event and get to learn about and experience new golf equipment, apparel, and accessories. Much like other industry-specific trade shows, the PGA Merchandise Show is only open to golf industry professionals, companies, suppliers, distributors, and the media. Metro Exhibits has been a proud supplier of a wide range of services for exhibitors and companies who participate in the PGA Merchandise Show. Product and Service Categories on Display EquipmentTechnologyApparelAccessories  PGA Merchandise Show Attendees Can Expect Thousands of industry leaders and professionalsMore than 600 interactive golf exhibitsMultiple education sessions PGA Merchandise Show Exhibitors Can Expect Access to thousands of qualified decision-making, money-spending buyers including facility ownersOpportunity to connect with 35,000 golf professionalsMedia exposure and sponsorship opportunities PGA Merchandise Show Displays and Exhibit Services from Metro Exhibits Companies who exhibit at the PGA Merchandise Expo use Metro Exhibits for their trade show booth needs. Our highly-experienced team handles any and every detail. We design, fabricate, rent and ship any size display, along with the full array of wrap-around tradeshow services, giving you end-to-end peace of mind, so you can focus on your trip and your presentation. Pre-Show Trade Show Services at the PGA Merchandise Show Trade show booth designTrade show exhibit fabricationTrade show booth rentalsProject managementFloorplan and manual procurementTradeshow logisticsVenue & labor coordinationManage audiovisual, electrical, F&BPaperwork and contract management On-Site Trade Show Display Services at the PGA Merchandise Show ShippingInstallation/DismantleOn-Site SupervisionShow Services CoordinationMaterial Handling/Drayage Post-Show Trade Show Services at PGA Merchandise Show ShippingStorageLead RetrievalCost Reconciliation Contact us today for more information.

Each November at the Las Vegas Convention Center, the SEMA Show brings together tens of thousands of people from the automotive aftermarket industry from over 140 countries and territories across the world.   New products are showcased, networking events are scheduled, and educational opportunities and seminars are plentiful. Additionally, SEMA offers its visitors unique events like SEMA Fest (a live concert) and the Industry Awards Banquet, which celebrates the winner of their Person of the Year Award, among other honors.   Metro Exhibits is a proud supplier of a wide range of services for exhibitors and companies who participate in SEMA. For more information on Las Vegas, Nevada or Las Vegas Convention Center, please click here.  Product and Service Categories on Display  Business Services   Collision Repair   Powersports and Utility Vehicles   Racing and Performance   Restoration  Restyling and Car Care  Trucks, SUVs, and Off-Road   SEMA Attendees Can Expect  Over 2,200 exhibitors showcasing the latest in the automotive aftermarket products and services   Networking opportunities with industry leaders   Dozens of free educational sessions   SEMA Exhibitors Can Expect   Meeting opportunities with over 140,000 attendees  Access to over 70,000 buyers and decision-makers   Brand awareness enhancement thanks to over 2,500 media content creators   SEMA Displays and Exhibit Services from Metro Exhibits  Companies who exhibit at SEMA in Las Vegas, NV use Metro Exhibits for their trade show booth needs. Our highly experienced team handles any and every detail. We design, fabricate, rent and ship any size display, along with the full array of wrap-around trade show services, giving you end-to-end peace of mind so you can focus on your trip and your presentation.   Pre-Show Trade Show Services at SEMA  Trade show booth design   Trade show exhibit fabrication   Trade show booth rentals   Project management   Floorplan and manual procurement   Trade show logistics   Venue and labor coordination   Audiovisual, electrical, and food and beverage management   Paperwork and contract management   On-Site Trade Show Display Services at SEMA  Shipping  Installation/Dismantle   On-Site Supervision   Show Services Coordination  Material Handling/Drayage   Post-Show Trade Show Services for SEMA  Shipping  Storage   Lead Retrieval   Cost Reconciliation   Contact us today for more information.