Food Safety Equipment to Be Featured at Chicago Expo
Industry experts will demonstrate new contamination detection tools to Chicago-area food production professionals.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Organic Food
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Chicago residents can learn about food safety technologies at PACK EXPO International 2026, held at McCormick Place from October 18 to October 21, 2026. The exhibition will feature live demonstrations and expert-led presentations on foreign material detection.
Why it matters
These demonstrations highlight strategies for food producers to improve inspection practices, potentially reducing product waste and strengthening safety protocols. Identifying critical control points helps manufacturers minimize the risk of contamination and recall incidents.
This showcase features four advanced inspection systems, including metal and X-ray technologies, compared against standard manufacturing safety benchmarks. It remains unclear how these specific models perform across all diverse food production environments.
The players
CASSEL Inspection
A developer of industrial metal detection, X-ray, and checkweighing equipment used to maintain food safety.
Jill Shearer
A manufacturing expert with 20 years of experience who leads educational sessions on contamination prevention.
Bryan Minor
An inspection technology specialist with 14 years of experience who leads live equipment demonstrations.
The details
The event highlights how metal detectors and X-ray systems function as critical control points within a food processing line. These technologies identify foreign materials by scanning for density variations or metallic objects that could signal contamination. By demonstrating these systems live, experts illustrate how precise calibration can reduce false rejects and unnecessary production downtime.
Timeline
October 18 to October 21, 2026: PACK EXPO International 2026 runs at McCormick Place.
October 19, 2026, 2:30 p.m.: Jill Shearer presents on contamination prevention.
October 20, 2026, 10:30 a.m.: Jill Shearer presents on contamination prevention.
Health Landscape
This showcase follows the long-standing industry pattern of updating equipment to meet the requirements of the FDA's Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) system. It reflects the ongoing evolution of food safety technology intended to replace legacy detection methods.
These safety technologies are foundational to the food supply chain, helping prevent foreign materials from entering consumer products. While these exhibits are tailored to industry professionals, staying informed about manufacturing standards is a key part of personal food safety awareness.
The takeaway
Advanced inspection systems are vital tools for maintaining safety standards and reducing food waste. Consumers can continue to support these efforts by staying informed about food safety news and engaging with trusted brands.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest innovations in food safety within our Organic Food section.
More information
Find further technical details on the CASSEL Inspection company website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Packaging World.
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