First-Ever Sustainable Manufacturing Expo Highlights AI, Automation and Waste Reduction - Seite 2

"The launch of Sustainable Manufacturing Expo was a tremendous success, bringing together a highly engaged audience eager to learn and seek out solutions for a more responsible future. Attendees were engaged and enthusiastic with the possibility to integrate actionable strategies into their operations," Melissa Magestro, Vice President of Informa Markets Engineering and Founder of Sustainable Manufacturing Expo. "The event provided a strong foundation for future growth, reinforcing that sustainability is not only an industry priority but also a key driver of cost efficiency and business success."

The expo featured dedicated zones, each designed to showcase breakthrough advancements in sustainable manufacturing. ‘Launchpad' put a spotlight on the innovations of tomorrow, including renewable energy advancements and smart materials; Startup Zone served as a hub for emerging businesses, offering a platform to showcase disruptive solutions; and ‘Design Lab' delved into additive manufacturing, digital twin and AI driven production enhancements. All features illustrate how technology is shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing with efficiency at the core.

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"Sustainability is an innovation driver for the manufacturing sector, catalyzed by digital transformation," says Iana Aranda, Managing Director, Sustainability, ASME exhibitor and sponsor for Sustainable Manufacturing Expo. "ASME is committed to helping manufacturers realize the benefits through a prepared workforce, enabling policies, standards and certification activities in advanced manufacturing technology and energy efficiency."

Alongside Sustainable Manufacturing Expo, WestPack, celebrating over 50 years of excellence as the premier event for packaging solutions - successfully concluded with the launch of FuturePack Forum. Hosted in partnership with Packaging Digest, The Sustainable Packaging Coalition, One Step Closer and others, the forum brought together manufacturers and CPGs for candid discussions on the evolving landscape of sustainable packaging and EPR legislation. Experts like Karen Kayfetz of CalRecycle, and Lisa McTigue Pierce, Executive Editor of Packaging Digest, led these thought-provoking conversations. The afternoon concluded with facilitated roundtables, where attendees tackled real-world problems in real time. Meanwhile, on the show floor, The Pack Place Theater featured expert-led sessions on regulatory compliance, optimizing packaging automation and strategies to reduce environmental impact.