Ipack-Ima 2009 to feature technology for the petfood industry

Ipack-Ima 2009, the exhibition for packaging and agro-food processing technology, will at be held in Milan March 24 to 28 and feature an area dedicated to technology and materials for the petfood industry.

January 15, 2009

Ipack-Ima 2009 , the exhibition for packaging and agro-food processing technology, will at be held in Milan, Italy March 24 to 28, 2009 and feature an area dedicated to technology and materials for the petfood industry.

Exhibiting companies will display cutting-edge technological solutions for petfood industry professionals and marketing managers from distribution chains.

The exhibition will also host a meeting promoted by ANFIMA (National Association of Manufacturers of Metal Packaging and Related Products) focused on petfood and metal packaging.

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