Experiencing strong growth since its 2011 show, Process Expo, taking place Nov. 3-6 at McCormick Place in Chicago, will feature more than 200,000 feet of exhibit space dedicated to showcasing the latest in food processing technology from more than 500 equipment suppliers.
In addition to this expansion, the trade show will debut an educational program this year that is free to all registered attendees. The beverage portion of the Process Expo University educational program features experts from Purdue University, West Lafayette, Ind. Session topics will include “Aseptic Processing and Packaging” and “Wine and Its Challenges in Processing.” A third session, “Electrolyzed Water (ECA) Sanitation – Coca-Cola Refreshments’ ‘Business Case’” presented by SPX, Charlotte, N.C., and Pete Duessel, director of quality assurance at Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Atlanta, also was added.