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Metpack 2026: Europe’s Premier Fair for Metal Packaging

May 05 - May 08, 2026
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What is Metpack?

 

Metpack 2026 is the world's premier trade fair for the metal packaging industry. Taking place from May 5 to 8, 2026, at Messe Essen in Essen, Germany, this event serves as the global meeting point for international experts to showcase the latest innovations in production, finishing, and recycling of metal packaging.

The conference features a curated exhibition of industry leaders, including Hyperion Materials & Technologies, and provides a unique platform for technical exchange. Participants will be able to take part in specialized technical presentations and networking opportunities focused on increasing production efficiency, improving tool life, and sustainable manufacturing practices within the global can making market.

Metpack will focus on the most current and pressing topics, including digitalization and resource efficiency, that are shaping both current and long-term strategies for the metal packaging sector.

 

What will you find at Hyperion’s booth at Metpack 2026?

 

Hyperion Materials & Technologies awaits you at Hall 03 - Booth E55, where product management and sales team members will present can tooling products and services, including:

 

Cupper Tool Solutions


Cemented carbide tooling sets engineered for the initial forming stage of two-piece cans. Available in both round and out-of-round configurations, cupper press tool sets feature die centers, draw pads, cut edge dies, and blank draw dies. Each tool can be manufactured to exact customer specifications and supported by a selection of carbide grades formulated for dimensional stability and wear resistance.

Bodymaker Tooling Solutions


Bodymaker Tooling are metal forming components designed to maintain structural integrity and surface quality during the drawing and ironing process within the bodymaker. Hyperion’s bodymaker tool sets offer a wider range of punches, ironing rings, and domer tools, along with complementary components, such as punch noses, punch bolts and redraw sleeves. Materials and geometries are tailored to meet performance targets across varied production environments.

Necker Tool Solutions


Necker Tooling includes necking dies and knock outs produced to accommodate a range of can formats and line speeds. Each necking solution is available in a range of advanced materials and grades, and developed to deliver consistent necking results while supporting operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.

 

Metpack 2026 Dates

 

Metpack 2026 will take place from May 5 to 8 in Essen, Germany. The program and expo hours for Metpack are:

 

  • Tuesday, May 5: 09:00 to 18:00
  • Wednesday, May 6: 09:00 to 18:00
  • Thursday, May 7: 09:00 to 18:00
  • Friday, May 8: 09:00 to 15:00

 

Where is Metpack in 2026? How do I get there?

 

Messe Essen is located in the heart of the Ruhr region and is one of Germany’s top exhibition venues. Attendees can reach the venue via several transportation options:

  • By air: Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) is the nearest major international hub, located approximately 20 minutes from the exhibition grounds. The "Airport Express" bus or a taxi provides direct access to Messe Essen.
  • By train: From Essen Hauptbahnhof (Central Station), the subway line U11 (U-Bahn) takes visitors directly to the "Messe West-Süd/Gruga" or "Messe Ost/Stuttgart" stations in approximately 5 minutes.
  • By car: Messe Essen is directly connected to the major motorways A1, A2, A3, A40, A42, and A52. Follow the "Messe Essen" signs to access on-site parking lots with shuttle service to the entrances.