HERPAK: Demo event at MIVAS

Are you working in food production, packaging, hygiene or circular processes? Join the HERPAK Demo Event at MIVAS and discover how reusable packaging can be safely and efficiently implemented in practice.

During this inspiring afternoon, you will discover the latest insights from the HERPAK project, complemented by practical experiences with the industrial cleaning of reusable containers. You will also get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look during a guided tour of the professional washing facility and production environment at MIVAS.

The afternoon will conclude with an informal networking moment, offering the opportunity to exchange experiences with experts, researchers and fellow professionals.

Why attend?

• Gain insights into food safety and hygiene when using reusable packaging.
• Discover practical solutions for cleaning and reusing reusable containers.
• See a professional industrial washing facility in operation.
• Exchange experiences with experts, researchers and fellow professionals.

Programme

13:00 | Registration and welcome
13:30 | Introduction to HERPAK
14:30 | Practical insights into the industrial washing of reusable containers
15:00 | Q&A with experts
15:15 | Guided tour of the washing facility and MIVAS production environment
16:00 | Networking with drinks and snacks

Who should attend?

The event is aimed at professionals working in food production, packaging technology, cleaning and hygiene technology, catering, sustainability and the circular economy.

Practical information

• Thursday 12 November 2026
• MIVAS - Industriestraat 22, 2500 Lier
• Free participation, registration required
• Maximum 50 participants
• Registration closes on 30 October 2026

We look forward to welcoming you at MIVAS!

HERPAK is co-funded by VLAIO and carried out by Pack4Food, Ghent University (UGent) and Flanders' FOOD.