Join CREAT3D at PPMA Show 2026 | Stand F52
Wednesday 20th May 2026
Discover Additive Manufacturing for Packaging, Processing & Automation
This September, the CREAT3D Team will be exhibiting at the PPMA Show 2026 on Stand F52, showcasing how Additive Manufacturing (AM) is helping manufacturers reduce downtime, cut costs, and improve flexibility across production and packaging environments.
From bespoke tooling and changeparts through to robotic EOAT, production line components, machine upgrades, and maintenance fixes, we’ll be bringing a wide range of real-world applications designed specifically for factory floor environments.
Whether you work in food & beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, logistics, or automation, visit us to see how AM is being used today to solve practical manufacturing challenges.
📍 Where: Stand F52. NEC, Birmingham, Hall 5
🗓 When: Tuesday 22nd to Thursday 24th September 2026
🕘 Opening Times: 09:30 – 17:00
🎟️ Tickets: Free to attend (registration required)
Register for Your Free Ticket
Visitors can register for a free ticket to attend the PPMA Show and gain access to the exclusive VIP Lounge, where you can enjoy complimentary refreshments in executive comfort away from the busy exhibition floor.
What You’ll See on the Stand
This isn’t just about prototypes.
We’ll be showcasing a wide range of real-world applications used across packaging lines, automation systems, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities, all designed to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Conveyor tooling and guides
- Bespoke changeparts and machine components
- Robotic grippers and EOAT
- Production line pucks and holders
- Protective covers and enclosures
- Low-volume spare parts and maintenance fixes
- Colour-coded factory floor tooling
- Rapid replacement parts for legacy systems
Manufacturers are increasingly adopting Additive Manufacturing to improve flexibility, reduce costs, and respond faster to production challenges. The technology enables faster changeovers, in-house design iteration, and the ability to produce low-volume or rarely used components on demand, supporting continuous improvement projects across production, packaging, and automation environments.
For many businesses, AM starts with a single application, and quickly expands into multiple departments once the benefits are realised.
Live 3D Printing with Hands-On Application Wall
The CREAT3D Team will also have industrial 3D printers running live, so you can see parts being produced in real time and speak directly with our Applications Engineers about how best to apply AM to your processes.
You will also be able to explore parts printed in a range of materials, from engineering polymers and flexible materials through to metal, composite-reinforced parts, ESD, flame retardant and food-safe applications.
Our application wall lets you see, pick up end explore a wide range of real-use 3D printed parts.
Bring Us a Challenge!
Our team of Applications Engineers will be available throughout the event to discuss your applications, problems and ideas.
Whether you’re exploring Additive Manufacturing for the first time, looking to bring 3D printing in-house, evaluating specific applications or materials, or trying to solve a production bottleneck.
We’re happy to review parts, components, or production challenges and help you understand whether AM could provide a practical solution.
Bring along a component, drawing, or simply an idea or question and we’ll talk through what’s possible.
Can't Make the Dates?
Alongside our always open showroom, we have a full calendar of events over the coming months, including major exhibitions, workshops, roadshows and hands-on experiences. Plenty of chances to see AM in action and ask all your questions.
Explore our upcoming Events & Workshops
We look forward to helping you explore Additive Manufacturing!
If you can’t make an event but would like to explore how Additive Manufacturing could benefit your business, you can also
visit our showroom in Reading or
arrange a consultation with our team.