Sonoco Can School: From Steel to Seal – Unlocking the Power of Metal Packaging!
October 27-29, 2025
Join us for an exclusive, hands-on learning experience at
Sonoco Can School
This two-day event is designed for industry professionals who want to master the science, technology, and industry insights behind steel food or aerosol cans.
Through expert-led sessions, interactive plant tours, and live Q&A breakout discussions, you will gain firsthand knowledge of Sonoco’s innovative manufacturing processes, high quality cans, ends, components, and closures, advanced printing and coating techniques, and the latest in customer technical support.
Network with industry experts and peers while engaging with Sonoco’s top engineers and technical experts. Walk away with the know-how needed to make informed packaging decisions for your brand. All while having a little fun!
Date: October 27-29, 2025
Location: Columbus, OH
- Monday, October 27th - Meet Your Sonoco Team
Meet your Sonoco Team
Tapas and Happy Hour Provided.
5-7pm TBD - Tuesday October 28th - Day 1
Can School Day 1:
8:00am - 4:30pm
Dive into the mechanics from sheet to can while also getting a deep download into can quality systems and processes and our customer technical services programs. Hear from industry market experts.
Welcome & Sonoco Overview 8:00am - 9:00am Sonoco Training Center The Mechanics: From Sheet to Can 9:00am Sonoco Training Center 3PC Can Making 10:00am Our Commitment to Customers
Sonoco's Quality & Technical Service Programs
11:30am Sonoco Training Center Lunch & Learn 12:30pm Sonoco Training Center Breakouts by Industry:
Food
2PC D&I and DRD
Sanitary and EZO Ends
Double Seaming
Aerosol
Aerosol Components
2PC Aerosol
DOT and Aerosol Regulatory Requirements
Lithography
1:45 - 4pm Sonoco Training Center Adjourn 4:30pm Dinner 6:00pm - Wednesday October 29th - Day 2
Tours 8:30 - 11:00am Columbus Manufacturing Facility
Columbus Technical Engineering Center
Break 11:00am Industry Insights Speaker 11:15am Wrap-up & Depart 12:30pm
Hotel Accommodations
Sonoco has reserved a block of rooms at the AC Hotel Columbus Dublin at a special group rate. This stylish, upscale property offers a range of amenities and is perfectly situated within walking distance of great dining, shopping, and local attractions—ideal for teams looking to relax and connect.
Address: 6540 Riverside Drive Dublin, Ohio, USA, 43017
Last Day to Book: Monday, October 06, 2025
Sonoco will provide transportation to and from the Sonoco Metal Packaging Technical and Engineering Center each day. Shuttle schedule will be provided and will depart from the AC Hotel Columbus/Dublin location. Attendees are welcome to use their own personal transportation if they prefer, and parking is available.
Limited seats are available for every course. This is an opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Secure your spot today and elevate your understanding of Sonoco and the metal packaging industry.
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