Four Ways to Use PMMI ProSource to Prep for PACK EXPO

PACK EXPO International 2026, the most comprehensive packaging and processing event in the Western Hemisphere, runs Oct. 18-21 at Chicago's McCormick Place. More than 2,700 exhibitors serving over 40 vertical markets will show machinery in motion alongside the latest packaging materials.

That's a lot of floor to cover. So how do you narrow it down to the must-see booths that fit your needs?

PMMI ProSource is a free online directory of PMMI member suppliers–the top packaging experts in North America. ProSource is also a powerful search tool that can help you locate specific types of equipment or materials at PACK EXPO to create a targeted plan. Here’s how.

1. See who's exhibiting, by category

Search or browse to the equipment or materials you need on ProSource.org and narrow down by clicking on a category, such as Liquid Fillers or Cartoners. Looking at the set of filters on the left panel, check the "Exhibiting at PACK EXPO International 2026." Results narrow to PMMI members you can see in person in Chicago, each with its booth number and a link to its PACK EXPO page. Exhibiting members' ProSource profile pages also carry a "See Us at Booth #..." link on the right side. Here's an example of flow wrapping machine suppliers at PACK EXPO.

2. Filter for highly specific solutions

PMMI ProSource's filter panel narrows results by product type, package type, machine features, and more, based on what PMMI members told PMMI their equipment can handle. An emerging dry powder supplement brand, for example, might want to find PACK EXPO exhibitors that make premade bag loading and sealing equipment for powders in stand-up pouches. See that bagging equipment search with the filters applied.

Using PMMI ProSource's filter system, you can find exhibitors at PACK EXPO by equipment type, package type, location and more.PMMI3. Stack filters, including location

Filters combine, so capabilities, show participation, and supplier location can all go into one search. For example, a manufacturer upgrading end-of-line operations might look for robotic palletizers that handle bulk bags, from Wisconsin-based suppliers exhibiting at PACK EXPO. See that palletizing search with the filters applied.

4. Build your list

Click "Add to List" on any supplier worth a visit to build your shortlist across categories. With the PACK EXPO filter on, each listing links to the exhibitor's booth information on the PACK EXPO site. Transfer your shortlist to the PACK EXPO Mobile App manually, or keep the two tools open side by side as you walk your route.

The show opens soon, so start your personal list at ProSource.org.