2026 PMG Researched List Calendar - External
BrandTopicTopic DescriptionLead-Qualifying Question #1Lead-Qualifying Question #2Launch DateAd Close Deadline
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1PWZero/fast Changeover Case PackersCase packing solutions that deliver zero or rapid changeover using advanced technology.How frequently do you need to perform changeovers on your case packing line?

Multiple times per shift (high SKU variability)
Once per shift
Less than once per day
When do you anticipate having a need for new case packing equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
01/30/26
01/09/26
2PW/HCPMono Material Barrier PouchesFlexible packaging solutions with barrier protection in mono-material, recycle-ready formats.Which flexible packaging type(s) are you producing currently? (select all that apply)
Bag
Sachets/portion packs
Pouch
Stand-up pouch
Stick pack
Thermoformed vacuum pack
Vacuum shrink pack
Flow wrap
Overwrap
Chub Pack
Where are you in your flexible packaging development or upgrade process? (Select all that apply)

Exploring new material types
Looking for new material suppliers
Evaluating new packaging machinery for flexible materials
Planning upgrades to current flexible packaging machinery
Other: [Text Entry]
02/20/26
01/30/26
3PFWPowder Processing & PackagingPowder processing and packaging solutions such as volumetric feeders, mixers, fillers, bulk handling, and dust collection.What type of powder processing or powder packaging equipment are you currently interested in? (Select all that apply)

Feeders
Fillers
Spray dryers or agglomerators
Bulk handling or bulk weighing equipment
Mixers or blenders
Dust collection or containment systems
Screening or separating equipment
Other: [Text entry]
When do you anticipate having a need for new powder processing/packaging equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
03/06/26
02/13/26
4PWFast Changeover CartoningCartoning solutions with fast, tool-less changeover.How frequently do you need to perform changeovers on your cartoning line?

Multiple times per shift (high SKU variability)
Once per shift
Less than once per day
When do you anticipate having a need for new cartoning equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
03/20/26
02/27/26
5HCPSustainable Healthcare & Medical Device Packaging SuppliersSustainable packaging solutions for medical and healthcare applications.Which of the following product packaging types does your facility use? (select all that apply)

Flexible packaging
Glass vials or ampoules
Pre-filled syringes
Blister packs for pills or tablets
Trays or blister packs for medical devices or supplies
Transport packaging
Other: [Text entry]
Which describes your organization’s primary focus?

Pharmaceuticals
Biologics
Medical devices or supplies
Nutraceuticals
Other: [Text entry]
04/17/26
03/27/26
6PW/HCPCobot PalletizersCollaborative robot palletizing solutions.What do your pallets consist of? (select all that apply)

Cases
Large bags
Pails
Shrink bundles
Kegs or Casks
Mixed-SKU pallets
Other: [Text entry]
When do you anticipate having a need for new cobot palletizers at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
09/25/26
09/04/26
7PW/PFWDigitalization companies at PACK EXPO catered to CPGSoftware solutions including WMS, ERP, MES, digital twin, and predictive analytics for end-to-end supply chain visibility.What type of digital solutions are you currently exploring or using to enhance your supply chain and operations visibility?
(Select all that apply)

Warehouse Management System (WMS)
Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
Digital Twin
Predictive Analytics / Machine Learning
None currently, just starting to explore options
When do you anticipate having a need for new digitalization technologies at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
09/30/26
09/09/26
8PFWGentle Conveying and Product Handling for Fragile FoodsConveying and handling solutions that move delicate products with minimal breakage and scuffing.What type of fragile food products are you currently conveying or planning to convey? (Select all that apply)

Snack foods (chips, crackers, puffs)
Baked goods (cookies, pastries, bread)
Confectionery (chocolates, gummies, candy bars)
Fresh produce (berries, tomatoes, leafy greens)
Frozen or par-baked items
Other: [Text entry]
When do you anticipate having a need for new conveying or product handling equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
10/27/26
09/22/26
9HCPPharmaceutical Smart & Active PackagingPackaging solutions that embed smart or active features to protect drug quality, traceability, and patient adherence.Which of the following product packaging types does your facility use? (select all that apply)

Flexible packaging
Glass vials or ampoules
Pre-filled syringes
Blister packs for pills or tablets
Trays or blister packs for medical devices or supplies
Transport packaging
Other: [Text entry]
When are you looking to add or upgrade your smart or active pharmaceutical packaging technologies?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
10/7/26
09/02/26
10HCPBlister Machines for Life SciencesBlister packaging machines for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics.Which describes your organization’s primary focus?

Pharmaceuticals
Biologics
Medical devices or supplies
Nutraceuticals
Other: [Text entry]
When are you looking to add or upgrade your blister machinery?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
12/11/26
11/20/26
11PFWSnack Seasoning & Coating SystemsProcessing solutions such as drums, feeders, and coaters for seasoning applications.What type of snack products are you currently or planning to season/coat in your operation? (Select all that apply)

Potato chips or crisps
Extruded snacks (e.g., cheese curls, puffed snacks)
Nuts or trail mixes
Crackers or pretzels
Popcorn
Other: [Text entry]
When do you anticipate having a need for new seasoning or coating equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
4/14/26
03/10/26
12PWCase Packers for Stand-Up PouchesSpecialized case packing solutions that load stand-up pouches (not modified case packers).What is your target case packing rate for pouches?

High Speed: 130+ pouches/minute
Mid Speed: 75 to 130 pouches/minute
Low Speed: 20 to 75 pouches/minute
When do you anticipate having a need for new case packing equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
5/5/26
03/31/26
13PWRetail Multipack Systems for Cups, Tubs, & Bottles 2-4 countShrink, overwrap, and other 2-4 count multipack solutions for retail-packs such as yogurt, pudding, beverages, personal care, etc.Which type of multipack systems are you most interested in? (Select all that apply)

Shrink wrappers
Sleevers
Banders, strapping and tying equipment
Handle/carrier applicators
Other: [Text entry]
When do you anticipate having a need for new multipacking equipment at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
7/21/26
06/16/26
14PWFlexible Packaging Filling Machines for LiquidsLiquid filling solutions for liquid flexible packaging such as sachets, stick packs, VFFS, etc.Which packaging types are you currently using or plan to use? (Select all that apply)

Pillow bags
Gusseted bags
Stick packs
Sachets
Quad seal bags
Stand-up Pouches
Chub Pack
Other: [Text entry]
When do you anticipate having a need for new liquid filling machinery at your facility?

Within the next 6 months
Within the next 12 months
More than 12 months from now
9/15/26
08/11/26
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