More than 1,600 exhibitors and 26,000 attendees will be present. 

 The goal is to improve customer ability to use and reclose packaging tightly. 

 Environmental and sustainability achievements were honored. 

Many consumers seek out local or organic goods or products that fit their dietary restrictions.

Gases commonly used in preservation include oxygen, carbon dioxide and nitrogen.

 The switch delivers significant performance and cost advantages along with sustainability benefits and a significantly reduced carbon footprint. 

 Modified air packaging and material-reducing redesigns were among those recognized. 

We discuss the future of digital printing technologies with Kate Achelpohl, director of member communications at PMMI.