The Global Food Equipment & Technology Show – Process Expo 2023 – brings together enterprises, thought leaders, and innovators from across the industry spectrum for three days of networking, education, and engagement. The event will take place from October 23 to October 25 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, Illinois.

The 2023 edition, which will showcase over 350 firms from 15+ countries, promises a variety of new experiences for attendees, including enhanced product discovery, interactive activities, networking and education, and special features.

“We’ve put a lot of thought into creating unique opportunities for in-person interaction this year. Everyone at the show will find an experience that fits their needs, whether it’s sourcing new suppliers and buyers, identifying new and emerging technologies, or discussing the latest trends and topics with the brightest minds in the industry,” Kristy Meade, Vice President of Technical Textiles & Technology Shows, Messe Frankfurt Inc., said.

One of the highlights of the show this year will be the wide variety of live demonstrations on the show floor.

“This collection of leading OEMs doesn’t just show food manufacturers how to produce and package these products in the most efficient way possible, by incorporating AI and advanced automation into these demonstrations, they’ll also be teaching the end user how best to take advantage of the data for even greater production,” Andy Drennan, Senior Vice President of FPSA, added.

Visitors can participate in a variety of networking events on and off the floor as well, including the FPSA Women’s Alliance Breakfast, Food for Thought sessions, and the Career Development Center.

The FPSA Women’s Alliance Network Breakfast will be hosted on Tuesday, October 24, and will honor women who have made an outstanding impact in the food and beverage industry. The FPSA Network Meet-Ups will offer a fantastic opportunity for networking on the show floor.

Food for Thought will feature a three-day series of complimentary educational sessions that will take place on the show floor and focus on the latest trends and technologies that are pushing the industry forward. Topics include everything from workforce optimization, next-generation design and automation, and the opportunities and effects of digital transformation. Both exhibitors and attendees can expect to gain valuable insight into workforce best practices and continuous improvement strategies for their respective businesses.

The Career Development Center will be located on the show floor as well and will offer visitors a chance to meet with and hear from industry professionals to learn tips and best practices for starting and accelerating a career path in the industry.

Celebrate Industry Innovators

This year, Process Expo will also be hosting the Innovation Awards, to recognize companies that have made an outstanding impact in the industry.

The Innovation Awards are designed to honor exhibiting companies that have produced the most innovative technologies in their respective industries. The Innovation Awards winners will be announced on October 23 and will be recognizing companies in four different categories including Best New Product, Best New Application, Best New Technology for Sustainability, and Best New Technology for Automation. Attendees can explore the show floor to see these innovations on display and learn how these exhibitors are driving thought leadership and positively influencing their industries.

“We’ve created experiences that not only provide an opportunity for our visitors to see and engage with new products and innovations, but also network with, learn from, and celebrate leaders from across the industry,” Drennan summed up.

Online registration for the 2023 edition is open. An exhibit hall pass also grants visitors access to Best Practices 2023 EXPO, co-located in the South Hall of McCormick Place, providing a two-shows-in-one experience.