EATS 2025 Takeaways: Pain Points, Partnerships, and Pet Food Automation

Our team recently returned from the Equipment Automation Technology Show (EATS) in Chicago, and while overall foot traffic was lighter than expected, the quality of conversations and connections were valued. 

We were especially encouraged by the number of equipment manufacturers, integrators and strategic partners exhibiting alongside us. These interactions open the door to potential collaborations that provide valuable solutions to the food industry. 

Listening to the Industry’s Pain Points

Throughout the show, attendees shared some of the ongoing challenges they face in their operations. Two issues came up repeatedly: space optimization and equipment cleanability.

With production floors required to work at max capacity, food manufacturers are looking for conveyor solutions that deliver performance while optimizing floor space. Our conveyor systems are designed with compact, efficient footprints that help maximize throughput while preserving valuable floor space for the production line.

Ease of cleaning was another top concern—especially in food processing environments where hygiene is critical. Our sanitary conveyors are built with cleanable conveyor design and sanitary engineering principles that simplify cleaning, reduce downtime, and support food safety compliance.

Showcasing Our Conveyor in the Pet Food Demo Line

A highlight of our show experience was our conveyor featured in the Pet Food Demo Line, which demonstrated the full process of packaging a protein-based pet product. It was a great opportunity to show how our conveyor equipment integrates seamlessly into real-world applications.

Our conveyors are more than just transport systems—they’re the backbone of operational efficiency. By ensuring consistent product flow, reducing manual handling, and supporting food safety through minimized contamination risk, conveyors play a vital role in modern food production environments.

Supporting the Future of Food Industry Talent

We were also excited to see the FPSA FIT Program in action on the show floor. This initiative is doing important work by preparing students for careers as maintenance technicians in the food industry. Programs like this are essential to building a stronger, more skilled workforce—and we’re excited to see the efforts going into the next generation of talent.

In Summary

While EATS Chicago 2025 may not have delivered the volume of visitors we hoped for, it delivered in value. We left with new connections, deeper industry insights, and a renewed appreciation for the role we play in helping our customers overcome their biggest challenges.

We’re looking forward to following up with the connections we made and continuing to deliver the reliable, innovative conveyor solutions our customers and partners count on.

Every food production environment has its challenges—but the right equipment can make all the difference. At Dynamic Conveyor, our hygienic conveyor solutions are built to help manufacturers improve efficiency, simplify cleaning, and maintain the highest food safety standards. Whether you’re optimizing space, upgrading your production line, or tackling sanitation concerns, we’re here to help. Contact us to discuss sanitary conveyor systems to help support your next project and keep your operation running smoothly.

Photos from EATS Chicago 2025