Labelexpo Americas 2006 drew 13,256 visitors from 88 countries, representing a 6 percent increase over the previous 2004 show, according to organizer Tarsus Exhibitions. More than 450 suppliers were on hand for the event, which marked the 10th such show in Chicago. Over 20 percent of visitors traveled from outside the US, including large delegations from Latin America, Asia and Europe.

Mark your calendars for Labelexpo Americas 2008, set for Sept. 8-11, 2008, at the Stephens Convention Ctr. in Rosemont, IL.