Dates

    9–11 Feb 2027

    City / country

    Anaheim, United States

    Venue

    Anaheim Convention Center

    Time

    Tuesday, February 9, 2027: 10:00 AM · – 5:00 PM · Wednesday, February 10, 2027: 10:00 AM · – 5:00 PM · Thursday, February 11, 2027: 10:00 AM · – 4:00 PM

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    Event overview

    Overview

    Plastec West 2027 will take place from February 9 to 11 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

    This event unites key sectors in the manufacturing industry, including MedTech, Automation, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, and Packaging, providing a comprehensive platform for innovation and networking.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event dates: February 9-11, 2027
    2. 2Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
    3. 3Key sectors: MedTech, Automation, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, Packaging
    4. 4Over 1,700 exhibitors expected
    5. 513,800+ verified attendees

    Why visit

    Attendees will benefit from access to cutting-edge technologies, networking with industry leaders, and opportunities to discover innovative solutions tailored to their needs.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors gain visibility among key decision-makers in the manufacturing ecosystem, providing a platform to showcase innovations and establish valuable partnerships. Plastec West is essential for professionals in the manufacturing sector, offering insights into the latest trends and technologies across multiple industries. It serves as a hub for innovation, connecting suppliers and buyers to foster business growth.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Engineers in design and manufacturing
    Executives and decision-makers
    R&D professionals
    Manufacturing operations managers
    Quality control experts
    Purchasing professionals

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of medical devices
    Suppliers of automation technology
    Design and engineering firms
    Plastics manufacturers
    Packaging solution providers
    3D printing companies

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Medical device manufacturing technologies
    Automation and robotics solutions
    3D printing and CAD/CAM software
    Injection molding and biocompatible polymers
    Packaging technologies and materials
    Design and manufacturing services

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Halls & areas

    1
    Hall E

    Anaheim Convention Center

    800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802

    Entrances & gates

    Main Entrance

    Hall E

    Floor plans & maps

    Floor plan (PDF)

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Event days & opening times

    DayOpening hours
    Tuesday, February 9, 2027:10:00 AM
    –5:00 PM
    Wednesday, February 10, 2027:10:00 AM
    Thursday, February 11, 2027:10:00 AM
    –4:00 PM
    Register

    Who runs the show

    Organisers

    Informa Markets

    Website

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2026

    Completed

    Visitors: 20,000

    Exhibitors: 1,700

    This edition

    2027

    Exhibitors: 1,700

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    Plastec West 2027 will take place from February 9 to 11 at the Anaheim Convention Center. This event unites key sectors in the manufacturing industry, including MedTech, Automation, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, and Packaging, providing a comprehensive platform for innovation and networking. Plastec West is essential for professionals in the manufacturing sector, offering insights into the latest trends and technologies across multiple industries. It serves as a hub for innovation, connecting suppliers.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Engineers in design and manufacturing, Executives and decision-makers, R&D professionals, Manufacturing operations managers. Event dates: February 9-11, 2027. Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA. Key sectors: MedTech, Automation, Design & Manufacturing, Plastics, Packaging. Over 1,700 exhibitors expected. Documented attendance reached 20,000+ visitors in the reference edition. Plastec West 2027 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors gain visibility among key decision-makers in the manufacturing ecosystem, providing a platform to showcase innovations and establish valuable partnerships. Plastec West is essential for professionals in the manufacturing sector, offering insights into the latest trends and technologies across multiple industries. It serves as a hub for innovation, connecting suppliers and buyers to foster business growth. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of medical devices, Suppliers of automation technology,.

    Intelligence

    Market context

    Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.

    Anaheim, California, United States — Orange County / Greater Los Angeles

    Why it matters

    Plastec West runs inside Informa Markets' co-located West Coast manufacturing cluster at the Anaheim Convention Center, alongside MD&M West, ATX West, WestPack and D&M West. That co-location puts plastics processors, medical-device manufacturers, packaging converters and automation vendors in one hall complex for three days, making it the main Q1 West Coast sourcing window for polymer suppliers, moulders and machinery builders serving California, the Pacific Northwest and the US medical-device supply chain.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Recycled content and packaging regulation

    California's extended producer responsibility and recycled-content rules, plus similar state-level packaging laws, are pushing moulders and brand owners to qualify mono-material and post-consumer-recycled resin grades — a recurring theme across the plastics aisles.

    02

    Reshoring and supply-chain resilience

    North American manufacturers continue to add moulding and medical-device capacity close to end markets, driving demand for turnkey lines, quick tooling changeover and regional material supply.

    03

    Medical-grade and high-performance polymers

    Co-location with the medical-device shows concentrates demand for biocompatible, implantable-grade and cleanroom-compatible polymers, plus validated moulding and traceability services.

    04

    Automation, robotics and digital moulding

    Labour shortages and margin pressure are accelerating robots, in-line inspection, IoT process monitoring and 3D-printed tooling on the show floor.

    05

    PFAS and materials compliance

    Regulatory scrutiny of fluoropolymers and additives is prompting suppliers to present alternative chemistries and clearer compliance documentation to OEM buyers.

    Plastics and advanced-manufacturing circuit to plan around Plastec West

    3–6 months for regional shows such as Plastec West; 12–18 months for the triennial global fairs NPE and K.

    Plastec West sits at the front of the annual plastics calendar as a regional West Coast sourcing stop, distinct from the triennial global flagships NPE and K. Teams with multi-region sourcing plans typically pair Anaheim with the co-located medical/packaging cluster in February, then stage larger booth investments at NPE or K.

    February 2027

    Plastec West and the co-located Informa Markets West cluster, Anaheim — regional West Coast buying window.

    April 2027

    Chinaplas and the Asian spring fair cycle — relevant for Asia-sourced tooling and machinery.

    May 2027

    NPE2027, Orlando — the large North American triennial; plan booth and travel budgets a year ahead.

    October 2027 / October 2028

    European autumn fairs (Fakuma, then K 2028 in Düsseldorf) — the global technology showcase cycle.

    Compiled from the listing context and publicly announced organiser schedules; confirm exact dates, hall plans and co-location details on each organiser's official site before booking.

    Plan your trip

    Travel & logistics

    Local currency · USD

    Arrival airports

    Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.

    Hotel tiers

    A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.

    Premium
    Convention Way, directly adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center

    USD 200–350 / night

    Walking distance to the halls; these properties are the show's main room blocks and sell out earliest for the February window.

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    Mid-range
    Anaheim Resort District, roughly 5–15 minutes' walk or a short ART shuttle ride from the venue

    USD 160–250 / night

    Good balance of walkability and rate; book 6–10 weeks ahead as Resort District inventory tightens around the co-located shows.

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    Budget
    Harbor Boulevard / Katella Avenue corridor, 10–20 minutes' walk or a short rideshare to the venue

    USD 90–160 / night

    Value options along the Resort District fringe; expect resort/parking fees to be added on top of the quoted nightly rate.

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 25–45 rideshare/taxi estimate
    Best forJohn Wayne Airport (SNA) to Anaheim Convention Center

    Closest gateway, roughly 19 km and 15–25 minutes off-peak. Taxi and rideshare pickup is on the arrivals level.

    taxi

    Estimated costUSD 55–90 rideshare estimate (shared shuttle typically USD 20–40)
    Best forLos Angeles International (LAX) to Anaheim Convention Center

    Approx. 55 km via I-405/I-5; allow 40–75 minutes depending on traffic, longer in the weekday evening peak.

    train

    Estimated costUSD 8–20 one-way rail fare estimate, plus about USD 8–15 for the final ride
    Best forMetrolink Orange County Line / Amtrak Pacific Surfliner to Anaheim ARTIC, then rideshare or local bus to the venue

    Useful from LA Union Station and Orange County stations; ARTIC is roughly 3 km from the Convention Center.

    parking

    Estimated costUSD 20–25 per day estimate
    Best forAnaheim Convention Center on-site parking structures

    On-site parking is available but fills early on show mornings; many visitors park at Resort District hotels or use shuttle/rideshare instead.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa not required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    Some travellers may be able to enter the United States without a visa under the Visa Waiver Program with an approved ESTA, which permits the same business activities allowed on a B-1 visa; others must obtain a B-1 visa in advance.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    February in Anaheim is mild and mostly dry, with daytime highs near 21 °C (70 °F) dropping to around 9 °C (48 °F) overnight. It is one of the wetter months of the year — roughly 75 mm (about 3 in) of rain — but showers usually arrive in short spells between plenty of sunny days, so pack layers plus a compact umbrella.

    Plan for the climate

    Check temperatures and pack accordingly

    Venue connectivity

    Confirm mobile roaming or a local SIM for business visitors to the United States.

    Ride-hailing

    Taxis

    Public transit

    Car rentals

    Cultural notes

    Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.

    Tipping

    Tipping is expected in the United States: 15–20% at sit-down restaurants, USD 1–2 per drink at bars, and USD 2–5 per night for hotel housekeeping.

    Business dress

    Business casual is the norm on the manufacturing show floor — collared shirt with chinos or slacks; exhibitors typically wear branded polos and comfortable shoes for long days standing.

    Taxes and pricing

    Advertised prices exclude California sales tax (around 7.75% in Anaheim) and hotel/resort fees, which can add roughly 15% to a hotel bill — budget for it when comparing rates.

    Practical guides

    Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials

    Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.

    Flights

    Destination: SNA

    Book flights to SNA when possible for the shortest transfer to the venue; compare LAX only if fares are materially lower.

    Visa

    Most international business visitors to the United States need either a B-1 business visitor visa or, if eligible under the Visa Waiver Program, an approved ESTA. Apply at a U.S. embassy or consulate in your country of residence; official guidance is published by the U.S. Department of State.

    Processing: Varies by nationality; apply several weeks before travel.

    Visa application fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, and interview appointments are scheduled at the U.S. embassy or consulate in your country of residence or nationality. Confirm your own nationality's requirements before booking travel to Anaheim for Plastec West 2027.

    Official

    Transport

    Get to the venue and around the city with these options.

    Airport → venue: Primary gateways: John Wayne Airport (SNA): Gateway airport for Anaheim.; Los Angeles International (LAX): 30–60 min. Allow road or rail time to Anaheim Convention Center; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.

    Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Anaheim Convention Center: Convention Way, directly adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center: Anaheim Marriott (700 W Convention Way), Hilton Anaheim (777 W Convention Way); Anaheim Resort District, roughly 5–15 minutes' walk or a short ART shuttle ride from the venue: Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort, Hyatt Place Anaheim Resort / Convention Center, Courtyard by Marriott Anaheim Resort / Convention Center; Harbor Boulevard / Katella Avenue corridor, 10–20 minutes'

    Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Anaheim; confirm local availability before travel.

    Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Anaheim Convention Center.

    Parking: On-site parking is available at Anaheim Convention Center; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.

    Weather

    Plan and pack for the event climate.

    Month: February 2027

    Temperature: Typically about 9–21 °C (48–70 °F) in February — daytime highs near 21 °C (70 °F) and overnight lows around 9 °C (48 °F).

    Seasonality: February is one of Anaheim's wetter months, averaging roughly 75 mm (about 3 in) of rain, but precipitation falls mainly as short spells with many dry, sunny days in between.

    Packing: February in Anaheim is mild and mostly dry, with daytime highs near 21 °C (70 °F) dropping to around 9 °C (48 °F) overnight. It is one of the wetter months of the year — roughly 75 mm (about 3 in) of rain — but showers usually arrive in short spells between plenty of sunny days, so pack layers plus

    Plan your trip

    Planning

    Best day to visit: Day 2 — Wednesday, 10 February 2027

    The middle day of the three-day run is when exhibit hours are at full length, technical and conference programming is densest, exhibitor engineering staff are still fully on the stand, and the first-day registration crush has cleared. Day 3 thins out noticeably as exhibitors begin teardown preparations.

    1

    Check passport validity and U.S. entry eligibility — Confirm your passport is valid for at least six months beyond travel and establish whether you need a B-1 business visa or an approved ESTA before booking anything else.

    2

    Book flights to a Southern California gateway — Anaheim is served by John Wayne Airport (SNA) and Los Angeles International (LAX); plan to land by 8 February 2027, the day before Plastec West 2027 opens on 9 February.

    3

    Reserve a hotel near Anaheim Convention Center — Book check-in for 8 February 2027 and check-out after the closing day on 11 February 2027 so you can walk or take a short ride to the venue each morning.

    4

    Complete online visitor registration — Register via plastecwest.com, save your confirmation and badge reference, and note the badge collection point at Anaheim Convention Center.

    5

    Download the hall plan and exhibitor list — Map the halls against your sourcing priorities and mark the exhibitors you must see across the three show days.

    6

    Pre-schedule meetings with target exhibitors — Send meeting requests to shortlisted suppliers and confirm times in writing so your on-site calendar is fixed before travel.

    7

    Shortlist conference sessions and product demos — Add session titles, times and rooms to your calendar and leave buffer time between sessions for hall walking.

    8

    Arrange airport to hotel ground transport — Compare rideshare, taxi and shuttle options from SNA or LAX to your Anaheim hotel and budget for the fare band in advance.

    9

    Plan daily transport to the venue — Confirm walking routes, rideshare pickup points or parking at Anaheim Convention Center, and allow extra time on the opening morning.

    10

    Prepare packing and meeting materials — Pack business cards, supplier specs, a laptop or tablet for notes, and business casual attire with comfortable shoes for long hall days.

    11

    Assemble meeting and procurement documents — Print or save RFQs, purchase orders, technical drawings and any NDAs you may need to sign with exhibitors on site.

    12

    Travel day: arrive, check in and collect your badge — Land in Southern California, transfer to your Anaheim hotel, collect your badge at the convention center and reconfirm your Day 1 schedule.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    TBA

    Badge collection, floor-plan orientation and opening walk-through of the Plastec West plastics-processing aisles.

    Anaheim Convention Center — main entrance and West Hall
    TBA

    Technology scouting: resin and compound suppliers, injection-moulding machinery, tooling and automation cells.

    Plastec West exhibit aisles
    TBA

    Back-to-back supplier meetings plus conference/education sessions on materials, sustainability and processing.

    Show floor meeting areas and conference rooms, Anaheim Convention Center
    TBA

    Final supplier follow-ups, quote collection and solutions review before the show closes.

    Show floor, then depart from SNA

    Side trips

    2

    Newport Beach and Laguna Beach (Orange County coast)

    Approx. 25–35 km / 25–40 minutes by car from Anaheim Convention Center

    Los Angeles (Downtown, Hollywood and Santa Monica)

    Approx. 50–60 km / 45–90 minutes by car or Metrolink/Amtrak to LA Union Station

    Networking spots

    3

    Co-located show-floor B2B and innovation zones

    Hall lounges and innovation/tech zones are where supplier technical staff and buyer teams hold impromptu meetings between stands.

    Anaheim Marriott lobby and bar

    The main hotel for exhibitors and visiting delegations during the Informa West shows — the de facto evening meeting point.

    Convention Center Grand Plaza and concourse cafés

    Central, easy-to-find meeting point between halls and a practical spot to regroup teams or continue conversations over coffee.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

    visitor_ticket

    visitor · Expo Pass (advance registration vs. on-site)

    USD 99 / per person

    estimate

    visa_fee

    visitor · US B-1/B-2 business visitor visa (MRV fee)

    USD 185 / per applicant

    official

    visa_fee

    visitor · ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program

    USD 21 / per applicant

    official

    hotel

    visitor · Mid-range hotel, Anaheim Convention District

    USD 160–250 / per room night

    estimate

    exhibitor_stand

    exhibitor · Booth space, per 100 sq ft (approx. 9 sqm) shell scheme

    USD 3500–6500 / per 100 sq ft

    estimate

    Decision

    Visit, exhibit, or skip?

    Should you go?

    Pick the closest answer for each. Your recommendation updates live.

    QUESTION 1 OF 6

    What is your primary role?

    Decision matrix

    Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.

    visit

    You have a defined sourcing or specification shortlist and can cover travel for 2–3 days on the show floor.

    Best for

    Procurement, R&D and plant engineers scouting resins, tooling, automation and packaging suppliers in a single West Coast trip.

    Min. budget

    $850.00

    Timeline

    Book 6–10 weeks ahead for flights and the Convention District hotel block; apply for a B-1 visa 3–4 months ahead if not eligible for ESTA.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    B-1 visa interview slots can be scarce in some countries; ESTA travellers must have an approved ESTA before boarding.

    Anaheim Resort District hotel rates spike around the co-located Informa West shows and Disneyland weekends.

    exhibit

    You can staff the stand for all three show days and have a follow-up pipeline process ready for leads.

    Best for

    Material suppliers, moulders, machinery and automation vendors targeting medical-device, packaging and industrial OEM buyers in California and the wider Western US.

    Min. budget

    $4,500.00

    Timeline

    Reserve booth space 6–9 months out; finalise logistics, staffing and show services 8–12 weeks before the February opening.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Booth/stand pricing is not published in the listing — confirm space rates, corner premiums and show-services costs directly with the organiser.

    Freight, drayage, rigging and electrical costs at the Anaheim Convention Center are typically additional to space rental.

    skip

    Your supplier set is not represented in the West Coast cluster and the February window conflicts with a larger global fair cycle.

    Best for

    Teams whose polymer, tooling or medical-manufacturing buying decisions are made on other cycles, or whose target suppliers only exhibit at NPE / K.

    Timeline

    No lead time required.

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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