IMA AT PACK EXPO 2026
October 18-21, 2026 | Chicago, Illinois, USA
Booth S-1720 (South Building)

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Cognitive Manufacturing

The IMA Ever‑Evolving System invites you into a new era of manufacturing.

Manufacturing has reached extraordinary levels of automation. The industry is entering a decisive phase: AI, robotics, and connected systems are redefining how we manufacture. But today, we need something more: systems that understand, learn, and collaborate.
IMA calls this evolution Cognitive Manufacturing.

It is a philosophical and structural shift, moving from machines that execute to systems that think, support, and improve over time, while keeping people at the center. Together, AI, data, and human expertise create an ecosystem that enables better decisions, greater agility, and continuous improvement across the entire production process.

At PACK EXPO 2026, this vision becomes reality. Through live demonstrations and real-world applications, you will experience how connected machines, intelligent software, advanced automation, and human know-how work together to unlock new levels of performance, flexibility, and operational intelligence.
 

COGNITIVE MANUFACTURING DEMOS

Don’t just imagine the factory of the future. Step inside it.

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience Cognitive Manufacturing in action.
Join our live demonstrations and discover how AI, data, automation, and human expertise can work together to create more intelligent, connected, and adaptive production environments.
Meet our experts, explore real-world applications, live concrete use cases, experience human-robot collaboration scenarios and discuss how these technologies can support your own manufacturing journey.
The future of manufacturing is already here.

Come and see it live at the IMA booth S-1720.

Pharmaceutical

Come and meet the All-In-One Pharma supplier for the processing and packaging solutions.

One supplier takes care of the complete line, the entire process.
Achieving real innovation requires the complete interaction of every single element. It means creating an environment where people, equipment and technology
come together in perfect synergy.

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Machines on show

SENSITIVE AP400 Series

The SENSITIVE AP400 is a complete series of automatic linear labellers designed to apply self-adhesive labels to cartons at high speeds. The series includes a variety of models, each one with a specific feature determining its key characteristic.

I-SCAN

On show I-SCAN: IMA’s tablet counter with advanced single-tablet rejection technology.

MED-TECH

Medical Devices Assembly
From Concept to Full-Scale Production

IMA MED-TECH, the business unit of IMA AUTOMATION, specialises in advanced medical device assembly technologies, delivering standard and engineer-to-order turnkey solutions.

Machines on show

X-PEN

X-PEN is the standard modular platform designed by IMA AUTOMATION for the assembly of injectables. With the latest robust technologies, labelling as a standard incorporated into the machine, quick time-to-market and compact design concept, our X-PEN system uses state-of-the-art, at-your-fingertips technology and ensures fast ROI.

FOOD

IMA FOOD, your ideal partner for any processing,
filling and packaging need

IMA FOOD provides comprehensive solutions for the international food market, offering advanced machines and fully integrated turn-key lines for every industry need. Its technologies cover tea and herbs, coffee, instant noodles, snacks, confectionery, dairy and baby food, bouillon cubes, bakery products, proteins such as meat, cheese and seafood, as well as fruit and vegetables. With innovative processing and packaging systems, IMA FOOD ensures efficiency, quality and flexibility across all major food sectors. All solutions are designed to meet the demands of global markets.

Machines on show

F600

Long experience in the production of sachet packaging machines, combined with highly accurate dosing systems, are the hallmark of the IMA Hassia range. These sachet machines are intended for the packaging of liquid-to-viscous products for the food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries.
The range of possibilities and choice of output is extensive. Anything is possible with up to 16 tracks. Processing at speeds up to 105,600 sachets/h, the F600 can be designed to comply with customer-specific or product-specific requirements.

SR6N

The SR Series is a range of versatile and flexible latest-generation machines, equipped for the filling and sealing of capsules on 4 and 6 lanes. The mechanical stations are moved by a camshaft system. 15” touchscreen operator control panel, for utilisation and monitoring of machine function status.
The coffee is dosed through an auger system, which is driven by a brushless motor. Prearrangement for nitrogen tunnel. In-line weighing system. Capsules can be closed at the top with aluminium film, a micro-perforated film, flter paper, a triplex-coupled film, a PP film or a compostable lid. Filters and diaphragms can be inserted into the capsule and on its bottom. The machine can treat coffee, tea leaves and any soluble product.

Complete flexible packaging lines on show

Explore our Hubs on show and meet our experts

IMA COFFEE HUB

Meet the experts of our IMA COFFEE HUB, the broadest technical and commercial organization serving the coffee processing and packaging industry all over the world. 
Alongside the world’s most comprehensive range of coffee processing and packaging equipment, specially conceived tailored solutions are developed to respond to the market’s fast evolving needs.
The historical brand, IMA Petroncini, offers the broadest range of engineering and technological solutions for the green coffee receiving and handling, roasting, grinding and degassing processes.
IMA Coffee covers all aspects of the packaging process, from consultancy and design to production planning and turnkey solutions, providing equipment for dosing, filling, sealing and cartoning, for every coffee pack style.

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IMA FLEXIBLE PACKAGING HUB. At the centre of your next complete line

Let us answer your demands with an infinity of targeted technologies developed through the synergies within the IMA FLEXIBLE PACKAGING HUB. Our primary, secondary and end-of-line packaging solutions combine with each other to form tailored turnkey lines able to handle the broadest variety of flexible pack styles.

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TEA&HERBS
The greatest Tea & Herbs packaging expertise in one place.

Decades of experience in packaging technologies and the broadest coverage of the tea sector make IMA the global leader and partner for the most effective
solutions and the deepest understanding of the market’s real needs.
What makes IMA your unique partner today goes beyond 60 years of experience and sector-specific knowledge. It encompasses more than a cluster of expert brands providing a comprehensive variety of services across the world.

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CONFECTIONERY
State-of-the-art processing and packaging for all chocolate and confectionery products.

IMA offers state-of-the-art processing and packaging machines able to handle gums, candies, coated sweets and bars, from powder handling and
granulation, tableting, weighing and counting systems to fill cartons and rigid containers, vertical and horizontal flow wrappers, blister packaging, cartoning,
up to wraparound tray, top loading for display boxes, and end-of-line solutions.

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DAIRY & FOOD

The greatest expertise for packing liquid to pasty food and dairy products in one place.
Decades of experience in packaging technologies and and the widest range of packaging solutions – from thermoformed cups, pre-formed cups, up to pouches (with or without spout), stick packs and sachets – for the food and dairy industries make IMA the global leader and partner for solutions with highest filling efficiency as well as aseptic solutions for products requiring a long shelf life.

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PERSONAL CARE

From processing to final packaging, we design and build the machines that power Personal Care excellence.

Our technologies cater to the diverse categories within Personal Care, including makeup and skincare, perfumes and fragrances, personal hygiene items, and products for body and hair care.

Machines on show

OMAS Tecnosistemi S.p.A

TURBOMIX

Liquid & Cream Processing

Co.Ma.Di.S. S.p.A.

C1060

Tube Filling

Pack style: Tube

IMA E-COMMERCE

All your packaging dreams fulfilled

Advanced packaging automation is necessary to help e-tailers improve both throughput and their cost position, as labor markets remain tight. To compete on this fast-moving market, and thanks to its 60-years packaging expertise, IMA designed advanced technologies to automate the packaging process.
The range of automatic box packaging machines dedicated to the E-Commerce, E-Fulfillment, Intralogistics and 3PL sectors showcases our commitment to innovation and efficiency.

Meet IMA E-COMMERCE and its Partners at PACK EXPO Chicago and discover a complete synergic approach to automated and sustainable E-Fulfillment.
Together with IPG, our exclusive distributor for the United States and Canada, and our technology partner The Sustainable Suite, Inc., we will present integrated solutions combining packaging automation, sustainable materials and efficient packing-station design.

From case forming and closing to right-size lidding, IMA E-COMMERCE provides modular and scalable technologies designed to support E-Fulfillment and Intralogistics operations.
Discover our technologies and meet our experts across two key locations:

  1. LOCATION 1 | Booth S-1720

    IMA E-COMMERCE and IPG

    Visit the IMA booth to explore our complete technology portfolio. Our team will be joined by IPG, IMA E-COMMERCE’s exclusive distributor for North America.
    IPG provides packaging machinery, water-activated tapes, protective packaging and other materials for shipping and fulfillment applications.

  2. LOCATION 2 | Booth S-4374

    THE SUSTAINABLE SUITE, INC. WITH LIVE DEMO

    At The Sustainable Suite, Inc. booth, our technology partner, visitors will be able to see an E-CO FLEX CLOSING in operation, our compact footprint case closer with height reduction capabilities.
    The Sustainable Suite specializes in sustainable protective packaging, prep & pack automation and end-to-end logistics support.

Machine on show

E-CO FLEX CLOSING

After the product is inserted into the box, the open-faced case can be placed into the E-CO FLEX Closing Module, which operates as a fully automatic stand-alone unit. A bank of ultrasonic sensors measures the remaining void inside the box. If the system detects an opportunity to reduce the height, the integrated downsizing unit automatically trims the four corners of the box (up to 270 mm). This adjustment allows the flaps to fit the new dimensions when closed, reducing box height by up to 20–25%. The cases can then be sealed on top using sustainable water-activated tape.

The machine is designed to identify SIOC cases and automatically bypass them. As an option, the E-CO FLEX Closing Module can be equipped with a Print & Apply labeller and quality inspection cameras to verify flap folding and taping.

IMA LABELING

Discover our high‑innovation labeling technologies

Discover two advanced IMA Labeling technologies in action. ZERO brings linerless Print & Apply to the next level and is showcased here for the first time with SATO printing technology, while ION, presented with Zebra printing technology, introduces an innovative electro-adhesion approach for fast, precise and reliable label application.
Two different technologies, engineered to deliver greater efficiency, flexibility and performance across modern labeling applications.

Technologies highlight

ZERO WindGrip

More labels. Zero liner.

ZERO rethinks Print & Apply with linerless technology: no backing paper, more labels per roll and less waste to manage.

WindGrip takes it one step further with a fully electric, air-free application concept designed for flexible and efficient labeling.

Discover it in a new configuration featuring a SATO print engine.

ION Swing

Electro-adhesion. Now in motion.

ION rethinks label handling with electro-adhesion technology: no compressed air, no vacuum and no fans required to hold the label.

ION Swing brings this technology into motion, combining stable label control with the flexibility to perform both side and top applications within a single solution.

Discover it in a configuration featuring a Zebra print engine.

ZERO WindGrip: No liner. No compromise.

ION Swing: No air. No Fans.