TRADE SHOW & FAIR (2025-26 PAST)

The Glassman Conference is the key meeting point for the global hollow and container glass manufacturing industry, offering an important platform for networking, technical innovation, and industry insights. The 2026 edition, taking place in Mexico City, will bring together leading glassmakers, suppliers, and technology providers from across the Americas and beyond. As demand for energy-efficient and reliable pneumatic systems continues to grow in the region, the event represents a strategic opportunity to strengthen Pneumofore’s expanding presence in Latin America and showcase its advanced vacuum and compressed air solutions for hollow glass production.

Pneumofore will participate in METPACK 2026, the world’s leading exhibition for the metal packaging industry, held in Essen, Germany. The event gathers global canmakers and technology suppliers focused on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability in high-speed can production.

At METPACK, Pneumofore will showcase its energy-efficient UV24 VS vacuum pump, designed to deliver consistent performance, reduced energy consumption, and long operating life. With over 100 years of experience, Pneumofore provides engineered pneumatic systems tailored to real operating conditions, ensuring optimal performance and minimized Total Cost of Ownership.

A key highlight of Pneumofore’s participation will be its role as a keynote speaker at the “Talk in a Can” forum, scheduled for May 7 at 10:00 AM. Eng. Daniel Hilfiker, President of Pneumofore, will present “The Hidden 50%”, focusing on how vacuum pumps and compressors dominate energy consumption in can plants and how advanced engineering can significantly improve energy efficiency, reduce CO₂ emissions, and optimize the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

Visitors are invited to meet Pneumofore at Hall 1, Stand 1C32 to discover how advanced vacuum and compressed air solutions can support sustainable, high-efficiency canmaking.

The Glassman Conference and Exhibition takes place in Italy for the first time, hosted in Bologna, bringing together leading experts and decision-makers from the glass industry across Europe and the Mediterranean. Recognized as a key event for glassmaking and hollow glass production, Glassman provides a high-level platform to explore the latest technologies, market trends, and industrial solutions shaping the global glass industry.
For Pneumofore, headquartered in Italy, this edition represents a true home-field event. A long-established exhibitor at Glassman events worldwide, Pneumofore will be among the keynote speakers at the technical conference, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner for vacuum pumps, compressors, and other essential technologies in the hollow glass sector.
On Wednesday, 4 February at 11:40, Ms. Monica D’Alessio, Area Sales Manager, will present “What Matters in Hollow Glass Production”, sharing practical insights from decades of experience in glassmaking applications.
Visitors are invited to meet Pneumofore at Stand A22 to discuss tailored solutions and technologies designed to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance in hollow glass production.

World Can Experience (WCE) is a leading global event and exhibition fully dedicated to the metal packaging industry, bringing together canmakers, fillers, and technology suppliers serving both 2-piece aluminum beverage cans and 3-piece tinplate food cans. The event provides a unique forum to discuss innovation, productivity, and future challenges across the entire value chain.

Following a successful first participation in 2025, Pneumofore renews its presence at WCE, recognizing the event as a strategic networking platform to strengthen long-term customer relationships in the Middle East and other key markets, while also fostering new collaborations and business opportunities.

Pneumofore is also among the keynote speakers at the technical conference, further underlining its expertise and commitment to the industry. On January 20th at 11:10, Mr. Rolf Hilfiker, CEO of Pneumofore, will hold the presentation titled “Performance & Reliability – From People to Machines” exploring how the balance between performance and trust—so critical when selecting people — applies equally to production machinery. In canmaking, high performance alone is not enough: reliability, understood as predictable operation over time, is what truly protects productivity, quality and costs.

Pneumofore returns to Propak Asia 2025, the leading trade show for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical processing and packaging technologies in Southeast Asia, taking place in Bangkok (Thailand) from June 12 to 15. Known for its long-standing participation, Pneumofore will once again highlight its advanced vacuum and compressed air solutions, supporting energy efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, and sustainability in packaging applications.

During the event, Pneumofore will be supported by its local distributor, Star-Dynamic (Thailand) Co., LTD., ensuring expert regional support and personalized service for visitors and customers across Southeast Asia.

At Propak Asia 2025, visitors will learn how Pneumofore’s Rotary Vane technology delivers unmatched durability, low maintenance, and the lowest Total Cost of Ownership, making it ideal for demanding packaging operations even in hot climates.

From May 26 to 29, Pneumofore will participate at China Glass Expo in Beijing presenting its advanced vacuum and compressed air solutions specifically designed for the glassmaking industry. As a returning exhibitor with a solid track record in Asia, Pneumofore continues to support Chinese glass manufacturers in improving production efficiency, lowering CO2 emissions, and cutting energy costs.

Renowned for being leader in the Rotary Vane technology, Pneumofore pneumatic systems ensure constant performance with minimal maintenance, even in the most demanding environments. At China Glass 2025, the company highlights the importance of sustainability in glass production. It reinforces this commitment by offering solutions that reduce the Total Cost of Ownership while aligning with environmental goals.

Visit Pneumofore at Booth E1-066 (Italian Pavilion) to learn more about sustainable vacuum and compressor solutions for the future of glass.

Latamcan 2025 is the premier conference for the canmaking industry in Latin America, uniting professionals from around the world to explore the latest technologies and market trends in the aluminium can and metal packaging sectors. This year, the event returns to Brazil, a strategic hub for international investment and innovation in can production.

With a solid track record and growing presence across Latin America, Pneumofore presents its advanced vacuum and compressed air solutions, tailored for the demands of modern canmaking plants. The company connects with key decision-makers and industry leaders from the region’s most prominent can manufacturing facilities, reinforcing its role in promoting energy efficiency, sustainability, and CO2 emissions reduction through its Rotary Vane technology

Moreover, Mr. Rolf Hilfiker is scheduled to present “Cutting Energy Costs Through Efficient Pneumatic Equipment” on May 22 at 1:00 PM, offering further insight into reducing operational costs while improving environmental outcomes.

The European edition of Glassman, the travelling conference and exhibition dedicated to the glass manufacturing industry, will stop in 2025 in Istanbul. The event will take place on May 14th and 15th and it will bring together international experts, hollow glass and glass containers’ manufacturers and suppliers operating in the sector.
Turkey represents a strategic hub for the glass industry, being at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and thanks to its proximity to the Middle East and Africa. In these world’s regions, Pneumofore compressors and vacuum pumps are highly valued for their ability to operate in hot climates and for their air-cooling system that requires no water usage.
As a long-standing participant at Glassman events around the world, Pneumofore will be among the keynote speakers at the conference to present its latest innovations and the advantages of the Rotary Vane Technology for the supply of vacuum and compressed air in glassmaking.
Eng. Daniel Hilfiker, President of Pneumofore, will hold a presentation focused on the importance of using the most beneficial technology for the supply of pressure and vacuum at the IS Machines, in terms of total cost of ownership and reduction of CO2 emissions.