Dates

    9–11 Feb 2027

    City / country

    Anaheim, USA

    Venue

    Anaheim Convention Center

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    Event overview

    Overview

    The Sustainable Manufacturing Conference at MD&M West brings together industry leaders, innovators, and solution providers for two days of intensive learning, networking, and collaboration focused exclusively on technologies and strategies that reduce carbon footprint, conserve resources, and drive operational efficiencies in manufacturing.

    TL;DR

    1. 1Event Name: WestPack 2027
    2. 2Dates: February 9-11, 2027
    3. 3Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA
    4. 4Focus on sustainable manufacturing practices
    5. 5Connect with over 13,500 attendees

    Why visit

    Attendees will gain actionable strategies to improve sustainability metrics while maintaining profitability, network with industry leaders, and learn about the latest innovations in manufacturing.

    Why exhibit

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to connect with a targeted audience of decision-makers and showcase their latest products and solutions in a dedicated environment. The event is crucial for professionals in the manufacturing sector, providing insights into sustainable practices that can enhance operational efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations.

    Attendees, exhibitors & solutions

    Who this event is for

    Visitor profile

    Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.

    Manufacturing executives and decision-makers
    Sustainability directors and managers
    R&D and innovation teams
    Supply chain professionals
    Product designers and engineers
    Policy influencers

    Exhibitor profile

    Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.

    Manufacturers of sustainable materials
    Suppliers of automation technologies
    Companies specializing in packaging solutions
    Providers of energy-efficient manufacturing equipment
    Consultants in sustainable practices
    Innovators in smart manufacturing technologies

    Product categories

    Key solution areas showcased across the event.

    Sustainable packaging solutions
    Energy-efficient manufacturing technologies
    Automation and robotics for manufacturing
    Materials for waste reduction
    Smart factory solutions
    Regulatory compliance tools

    Location & Facilities

    Venue

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    Anaheim Convention Center

    Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA

    Attend

    Entry & tickets

    Register

    How the last edition performed

    Previous edition

    Last edition

    2026

    estimate

    Visitors: 50,000

    Exhibitors: 1,600

    This edition

    2027

    Next edition

    Not announced yet

    Impact

    A bigger and stronger platform

    The Sustainable Manufacturing Conference at MD&M West brings together industry leaders, innovators, and solution providers for two days of intensive learning, networking, and collaboration focused exclusively on technologies and strategies that reduce carbon footprint, conserve resources, and drive operational efficiencies in manufacturing. The event is crucial for professionals in the manufacturing sector, providing insights into sustainable practices that can enhance operational efficiency and compliance.

    Audience quality

    High-value decision-makers

    Visitors typically include Manufacturing executives and decision-makers, Sustainability directors and managers, R&D and innovation teams, Supply chain professionals. Event Name: WestPack 2027. Dates: February 9-11, 2027. Location: Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA. Focus on sustainable manufacturing practices. Documented attendance reached 50,000+ visitors in the reference edition. WestPack 2027 attracts an audience aligned with the organiser's published visitor positioning.

    Exhibitor outcomes

    Real business growth

    Exhibitors will have the opportunity to connect with a targeted audience of decision-makers and showcase their latest products and solutions in a dedicated environment. The event is crucial for professionals in the manufacturing sector, providing insights into sustainable practices that can enhance operational efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations. Exhibitor categories include Manufacturers of sustainable materials, Suppliers of automation technologies, Companies specializing in packaging.

    Intelligence

    Market context

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

    Anaheim, Orange County, California, USA (Greater Los Angeles metro)

    Why it matters

    WestPack is the West Coast's packaging-focused trade show and runs inside Informa Markets' engineering week at the Anaheim Convention Center, co-located with MD&M West, ATX West and Plastec West. A single badge puts packaging machinery, materials and automation suppliers in front of packaging, medical-device, food & beverage and consumer-goods buyers from California and the wider US West — and California's own packaging rules (SB 54 extended producer responsibility, PFAS restrictions) make this the West Coast venue where compliance-driven purchasing decisions are actually made.

    Industry trends

    Key trends shaping this market and its wider industry.

    01

    Digital buyer journeys

    Professionals expect pre-show agendas, product finders, and meeting tools; suppliers align demos and literature to short on-stand decision cycles.

    02

    Sustainability in procurement

    Energy use, recyclable materials, and carbon reporting increasingly appear in RFPs and exhibitor scorecards across industrial trade fairs.

    03

    Automation and labour efficiency

    Visitors benchmark machinery, software, and services that reduce downtime, staffing pressure, and total cost of ownership.

    04

    Regional supply-chain resilience

    Buyers diversify suppliers across Europe, MENA, and Asia while favouring vendors with local service, spare parts, and training.

    05

    Hybrid engagement models

    Live demonstrations remain decisive, but follow-up webinars, digital catalogues, and year-round supplier portals extend the commercial window after the show.

    Packaging and processing trade-show circuit

    12–18 months ahead for exhibit space; 3–6 months ahead for visitor travel and hotel blocks

    WestPack anchors the West Coast leg of the packaging calendar; US buyers typically pair it with the PACK EXPO series, while international teams plan around interpack and the ProPak/Hispack regional shows.

    Autumn, even-numbered years (Chicago, IL)

    PACK EXPO International

    Autumn, odd-numbered years (Las Vegas, NV)

    PACK EXPO Las Vegas

    Spring, every three years (Düsseldorf, Germany)

    Interpack

    Peer events identified from packaging-sector context and organiser domains; confirm exact dates, venues and rotation on each organiser's own site.

    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.

    Budget
    Harbor Blvd / Katella Ave, Anaheim Resort district — 10–20 min walk or short rideshare to the convention center

    USD 130–190 / night

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    Mid-range
    Harbor Blvd / Convention Way — 5–15 min walk to the venue

    USD 190–280 / night

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    Premium
    Convention Way, directly opposite/adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center

    USD 280–420 / night

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    Local transport

    Get around the city with these convenient transport options.

    rideshare/taxi

    Estimated costUSD 30–45 rideshare / taxi estimate
    Best forJohn Wayne Airport (SNA) to Anaheim Convention Center

    Approx. 12 mi (19 km); 15–25 min off-peak, 30 min+ in weekday traffic. SNA is the closest gateway to the venue.

    rideshare/taxi

    Estimated costUSD 70–110 rideshare / taxi estimate
    Best forLos Angeles International (LAX) to Anaheim Convention Center

    Approx. 35 mi (56 km); 40–70 min via the 405/5 freeways depending on time of day.

    bus

    Estimated costUSD 2 per boarding (day passes available)
    Best forOCTA local bus (Harbor Blvd / Katella Ave corridors) → Anaheim Convention Center

    OCTA routes serve the Anaheim Resort/Convention Center area; cheaper but noticeably slower than rideshare with luggage.

    rail + local

    Estimated costUSD 8–15 train from LA Union Station + USD 10–15 rideshare estimate
    Best forMetrolink/Amtrak to Anaheim ARTIC station, then rideshare or bus to the venue

    Practical if you are based in Los Angeles; ARTIC is roughly 3 mi (5 km) from the convention center.

    parking

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

    Confirm current rates and show-specific parking access on the venue site before driving in.

    Plan your trip

    Visa & entry documents

    Check the latest visa requirements and entry guidelines before travelling.

    Visa required
    ATA Carnet: check with organiser

    Nationals of Visa Waiver Program countries may enter the United States without a visa when eligible; other foreign nationals generally need a visitor (B) visa.

    Official visa page

    Weather

    February is Anaheim's coolest and dampest stretch of the year, but mild by US standards: daytime highs of roughly 19–22 °C (66–72 °F) and overnight lows of 8–11 °C (47–52 °F), with about 25–35 mm of rain across roughly 5–6 wet days. Expect sunny breaks between showers — pack a light jacket and a compact umbrella for the walk between Harbor Blvd hotels and the convention center.

    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 US: 15–20% at restaurants, USD 1–2 per drink at bars and USD 2–5 per night for hotel housekeeping. Card readers at the convention center usually present preset tip options.

    Business dress and greetings

    Business casual is standard on the show floor and in conference sessions — a jacket helps for supplier dinners. Handshakes and first names are the norm, and US counterparts generally move quickly to the commercial point.

    Badges, ID and venue security

    Bring photo ID for badge pickup, hotel check-in and airport travel. Badges are normally required for hall re-entry and bags may be screened at venue entrances, so allow a few extra minutes at peak entry times.

    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 foreign nationals need a US visa to attend WestPack 2027 in Anaheim. Business visitors normally use a B-1 visa, or a combined B-1/B-2; attending a business convention or conference is a permitted B-1 activity. Nationals of Visa Waiver Program countries may enter without a visa via ESTA when eligible.

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

    Official guidance: a foreigner traveling to the United States to conduct temporary business must hold a visitor (B) visa unless qualifying for entry under the Visa Waiver Program. Attending business meetings, conventions and conferences is expressly listed as permitted temporary business activity.

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    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: Harbor Blvd / Katella Ave, Anaheim Resort district — 10–20 min walk or short rideshare to the convention center: Hotel Lulu, Anaheim (1850 S Harbor Blvd), Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel (900 S Disneyland Dr), Super 8 by Wyndham Anaheim/Disneyland Drive area; Harbor Blvd / Convention Way — 5–15 min walk to the venue: Hyatt Place at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center (2035 S Harbor Blvd), Courtyard Anaheim Resort/Convention Center (2045 S Harbor Blvd),

    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: Daytime highs 19–22 °C (66–72 °F); overnight lows 8–11 °C (47–52 °F)

    Seasonality: February falls in Anaheim's cooler, wetter season but rainfall remains modest: roughly 25–35 mm across about 5–6 rain days, typically as passing showers with sunny intervals. Bring a light jacket for cool evenings and a small umbrella.

    Packing: February is Anaheim's coolest and dampest stretch of the year, but mild by US standards: daytime highs of roughly 19–22 °C (66–72 °F) and overnight lows of 8–11 °C (47–52 °F), with about 25–35 mm of rain across roughly 5–6 wet days. Expect sunny breaks between showers — pack a light jacket and a com

    Plan your trip

    Planning

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

    Mid-week is when the co-located Informa engineering shows run at full density: the show floor and conference programme are both fully open, exhibitor staff are settled, and supplier meetings are easier to schedule than on the opening morning or the shorter final day. Day 1 works best for badge pickup and a first hall sweep; Day 3 is fastest for follow-up meetings before stands begin to break down.

    Sample visitor itinerary

    Route-optimised day
    Tue 9 Feb 2027 · 08:00–09:30

    Registration and badge pickup, then orient on the hall plan

    Anaheim Convention Center, main registration lobby (Halls A–D)
    Tue 9 Feb 2027 · 10:00–12:30

    Packaging machinery and automation walk: filling, labelling, coding and end-of-line systems

    WestPack halls, Anaheim Convention Center (shared floor with MD&M West, ATX West and Plastec West)
    Tue 9 Feb 2027 · 13:00–14:30

    Lunch and cross-sector introductions with medical-device, food & beverage and consumer-goods packagers

    Expo concourse / catering areas between the co-located halls
    Tue 9 Feb 2027 · 14:30–17:00

    Conference sessions: sustainable materials, EPR compliance and packaging-line automation

    Conference rooms, Anaheim Convention Center

    Side trips

    2

    Newport Beach and Balboa Peninsula

    Disneyland Resort, Anaheim

    Networking spots

    3

    WestPack show-floor B2B and buyer-seller meeting areas

    Designated meeting points and exhibitor hospitality stands are where supplier conversations are scheduled; the show floor closes earlier than hotel venues, so plan meetings inside show hours.

    Co-located IME West expo commons (MD&M West, ATX West, Plastec West)

    Highest concentration of cross-sector buyers — medical device, automation and materials — in one badge, useful for suppliers selling into more than one vertical.

    Convention Way hotel bars — Anaheim Marriott (700 W Convention Way) and Hilton Anaheim (777 W Convention Way)

    Both hotels sit opposite the venue and are the default after-hours networking venues during convention week; convenient if you are staying in the walkable Harbor Blvd/Convention Way cluster.

    Budget

    Costs & budget

    Cost reference

    Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.

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    visitor · Expo hall pass (advance online registration for trade attendees)

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    visitor_ticket

    visitor · Conference pass (multi-track, 3 days)

    USD 900–1500 / per person

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    hotel_night

    visitor · Budget (Harbor Blvd / Katella Ave, walkable)

    USD 130–190 / per room per night

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    hotel_night

    visitor · Mid-range (5–15 min walk to the venue)

    USD 190–280 / per room per night

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    hotel_night

    visitor · Premium (Convention Way, opposite the venue)

    USD 280–420 / per room per night

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    per_diem

    visitor · Meals and incidentals, Anaheim convention week

    USD 60–90 / per person per day

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    visa_fee

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

    USD 185 / per applicant

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    exhibitor_stand

    exhibitor · Inline booth space (per sq ft, ~100 sq ft / 9 sq m minimum)

    USD 30–48 / per sq ft

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    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 need to compare several packaging lines, materials or suppliers in one trip, or to meet West Coast and medical-device packaging buyers face to face.

    Best for

    Packaging engineers, operations and sustainability leads, and brand-side packaging buyers comparing machinery, materials and automation in one trip

    Min. budget

    $735.00

    Timeline

    2–3 days on site. Book hotel and flights 6–10 weeks ahead; international visitors should start ESTA/visa 4–12 weeks out.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Derived as USD 0 expo registration + 2 nights mid-range hotel (~USD 400) + per diem (USD 150) + US B-1/B-2 visa fee (USD 185); excludes flights.

    WestPack shares the Anaheim Convention Center floor with MD&M West, ATX West and Plastec West — an unplanned walk will not cover the halls.

    Early-February convention week tightens hotel availability in the Anaheim Resort district.

    exhibit

    You have an active West Coast or medical-packaging pipeline, a launch or new machine to demonstrate, and can staff the booth for all three show days.

    Best for

    Packaging machinery OEMs, materials converters, automation integrators, coding/labelling and packaging-service suppliers targeting West Coast and medtech/medical-device buyers

    Min. budget

    $3,800.00

    Timeline

    6–12 months ahead for space selection, stand design and build; contracts and floor-plan choices are typically locked 8–12 months out.

    Risks

    Budget estimate from listing cost signals — confirm live rates.

    Derived as the visitor budget (USD 735) plus a ~100 sq ft inline stand at USD 30–48/sq ft (~USD 3,000–4,800); excludes drayage, rigging, electrical and union labour.

    California venues add electrical, labour and insurance line items — hold 15–25% contingency.

    Three-day staffing plus travel for a booth team typically exceeds the space cost itself.

    skip

    Send your distributor or a partner instead, or rely on post-show content if no 2027 exhibitor or session matches your category.

    Best for

    Teams with no packaging, materials or processing remit, or those already fully covered by a regional distributor

    Timeline

    Not applicable

    Risks

    No major risks listed.

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