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Rapid Packaging is hosting the Twin Cities Packaging Expo—a free, one-day event focused on end-of-line packaging, automation, and operational efficiency. The TCPExpo includes booths and demos relevant to public works, construction, and emergency response teams, so it’s not just for the manufacturing and distribution industry. 

What to Expect
This is a focused, hands-on event, not a massive trade show. Some key booths will feature real-world solutions, including:

• Sandbag Solutions – Industrial bag options, including sandbags used in flood response and stormwater control.
• PPE and Safety Gear—This booth will highlight protective equipment for job sites, warehouses, and field crews, from high-visibility apparel and hard hats to gloves and respiratory protection.
• Packaging and Automation – See live demos of equipment that supports end-of-line packaging, including stretch wrappers, case sealers, and conveyor systems. Learn how automation can reduce manual labor, improve consistency, and increase throughput.

Whether you manage a warehouse, run a production line, or coordinate field operations, the TCPExpo is a chance to see how packaging and automation can support your work.

Why This Expo?
The goal of the Twin Cities Packaging Expo is to create a space where professionals across industries can explore how packaging and automation impact their day-to-day operations. From improving safety and efficiency to reducing downtime and waste, the event is designed to spark ideas and conversations that lead to better outcomes in the field and on the floor.

It’s also about cross-industry learning. While packaging may look different in a warehouse than it does on a construction site or in a public works yard, the underlying challenges, like labor shortages, supply chain delays, and safety requirements, are often the same. 

The Expo brings together people who are solving these problems in different ways, offering a chance to learn from one another.

Why Attend TCPExpo
This event is for people who keep things moving—on the floor, in the field, or across the supply chain. It’s a chance to see practical tools in action, ask questions, and connect with others solving similar challenges.

Even if packaging isn’t your main focus, it’s worth stopping by to see what’s new, especially if your team handles logistics, safety, or emergency response. Plus, it’s a good way to step out of the day-to-day and see what’s happening across industries.

TCPExpo Details

• What: Twin Cities Packaging Expo
• Host: Rapid Packaging
• When: September 18th, 2025
• Where: 8700 109th Ave N STE #300, Champlin, MN 55316
• Cost: Free, just register here! 

Bonus: Free Lunch
Local food trucks will be on-site, and registered attendees will receive a free lunch. This is a good chance to grab a bite, talk shop, and make a few new connections.

A Good Fit for APWA-MN Members
While the Expo is centered around packaging and automation, it offers practical takeaways for anyone involved in operations, logistics, or emergency response. For APWA-MN members, it’s a chance to explore tools that support fieldwork, improve efficiency, and strengthen preparedness. It’s also a great opportunity to connect with professionals from other industries and bring back fresh ideas to your team.

Registration is free, sign up here to attend, and don’t miss the free lunch!