About this expo
EATS, previously known as Process Expo, serves as North America's dedicated exhibition for the comprehensive food and beverage production industry. Positioned as The Equipment, Automation and Technology Show for Food & Beverage, it highlights advancements in processing, automation, packaging, and digital transformation. The event is scheduled to take place from October 26 to 28, 2027, at McCormick Place North in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
The exhibition attracts a diverse range of professionals, including plant managers, engineers, innovators, and R&D teams from food and beverage manufacturing, co-packers, retailers, and grocers. Exhibitors showcase solutions across 8 key industry sectors such as Proteins, Beverage, Bakery, Prepared Foods, Confectionery, Dairy, Pet, and Cannabis. Product categories span chemical processing equipment, environmental solutions, food & beverage preparation, heat processing, safety, sanitation, software, sterilization, and facilities management.
Organized by the Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) in collaboration with Messe Frankfurt Inc., EATS provides a platform for exhibitors to connect with manufacturers developing new products, refining formulations, and investing in automation and operational efficiency. Attendees can explore live production lines, culinary experiences, and educational programs like the Food for Thought Theater and Sector Stages, fostering collaboration and innovation within the industry.
Highlights
5 items- North America's only show for the entire food and beverage production industry.
- Takes place at McCormick Place North, Chicago, USA.
- AUMA listed.
- Features 8 core industry sectors and various product categories.
- Includes concurrent programs such as Food for Thought Theater and Live Production Lines.
FAQ
4 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
EATS 2027 will be held from October 26 to 28, 2027, in Chicago, Illinois, USA. The venue is McCormick Place North, specifically the West Hall.
Who organizes it?+
EATS is organized by the Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) in collaboration with Messe Frankfurt Inc.
What industries and products are covered?+
The event covers 8 key industry sectors including Proteins, Beverage, Bakery, Prepared Foods, Confectionery, Dairy, Pet, and Cannabis. Product categories showcased include chemical processing equipment, environmental equipment, food & beverage preparation, heat processing equipment, safety & PPE, sanitation supplies, software solutions, sterilization & preservation, and facilities management.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
EATS attracts processors, plant managers, engineers, and innovators from food and beverage manufacturing, co-packers, retailers, and grocers. Exhibitors can connect with manufacturers seeking new products, refining formulations, sourcing ingredients, and investing in automation, digital transformation, and operational efficiency.