Educational Content 2024

In today's rapidly evolving landscape, manufacturing enterprises are embracing digital transformation to enhance their external supply chain networks. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, they strive not only to optimise efficiency but also to cultivate world-class supply chains capable of meeting the demands of tomorrow's market.

Product design plays a crucial role in fostering circularity in manufacturing. Material selection and understanding are key for effective recycling. Thoughtful design choices can lead to more sustainable products, less waste, and better business results. We need a future where design and lifecycle analysis drive innovation and environmental responsibility, emphasizing durability, repairability, and modularity to extend product lifecycles, reducing disposal frequency and promoting circularity. 

The UK manufacturing industry is evolving significantly when it comes to the adoption of Automation and Robotics. However, based on companies' needs and processes this path can become quite complex and bring several obstacles, especially for SMEs pursuing the Automation journey. This presentation will address how to address the complexities and challenges.''

The continued use of standalone and nonconnected equipment and its place in a cost conscious Industry 4.0 factory. 

Centre for Compressor Technology at City, University of London is leading research institute for compressors in the UK. The talk will introduce the University and the Centre and concentrate on the recent projects called Smart Efficient Compression, Reliability and Energy Targets (SECRET) and the Industrial consortium for Compressors and Expanders in Future Energy Systems (CERES). 

Despite surging to a remarkable £224 billion in output, based on 2023 figures, the UK has advanced from 9th to 8th place in the global manufacturing rankings, solidifying its position as a key player in manufacturing. However, it has its challenges, as with many other industries, the manufacturing sector is struggling to fill over 60,000 vacant positions. The BFPA is working with its member to help overcome this significant challenge.

Everybody is talking about Industry 4.0 cool technologies, but today, more than 50% of asset-intensive companies are still more than 50% reactive when maintaining their production assets.

This presentation covers the fundamental elements required to get out of the reactive mode and establish a sustainable planned work culture by implementing an efficient multi-week scheduling process using Industry 4.0 Digital Technologies, which must be explicitly designed to ensure that the People are performing their required roles flawlessly, in order for the Processes to deliver the expected value.

In the ever-evolving landscape of modern industry, buzzwords like "Smart Factory," "Digitalisation," and "Industry 4.0" dominate our conversations and publications. Among these, one term stands out as both promising and enigmatic: the Digital Twin. We encounter it everywhere, from technology forums to industry blogs, often leaving us wondering about its practical applications and real-world impact, especially in the realm of manufacturing.

As you prepare for events like the Smart Factory Expo, it's natural to wonder: What exactly is the Digital Twin, and how does it translate from concept to reality? Is it merely a theoretical construct confined to textbooks, or does it hold tangible value for businesses on the ground?

What is a fluid injection Injury

• Dangers associated
• How to avoid
• Treatment in the case of receiving one

Meeting sustainability goals is one of the biggest challenges facing our industrial clients today. The need, and desire, to create greener and more sustainable businesses, while still achieving targets and keeping costs low is a constant challenge, and one that is hard to get right.

In this session Digital Twin and Simulation experts from Royal HaskoningDHV will discuss the challenges faced by industrial clients and how combining technologies can bring value to clients as they try to navigate an endless number of possibilities to achieve their goals.

Join Jason Reed, Machinery Safety Specialist at Pilz Automation Technology, as he unravels the critical intersection of industrial automation, cybersecurity, and employee safety in the era of digitalisation.
 

For most manufacturers, working out how to meet corporate sustainability targets can seem daunting. The key is starting small and building up incremental improvements over time.

We’ll share our expertise in assisting organisations to activate and accelerate new sustainable approaches in manufacturing.

PDM Analysis Ltd is the creator of software SCORG for design and analysis of screw compressors and expanders for future energy systems. The software is used by most of leading OEMs in air and vacuum technologies, hydrogen compression, refrigeration, air conditioning, high temperature heat pumps, oil and gas and process industries.

During this presentation, we delve into the critical aspect of collecting essential data from legacy plants across the factory, spanning from goods-in processes to the final product stage. The significance of gathering precise data cannot be overstated, as it serves as a pivotal asset for businesses. Armed with comprehensive insights derived from data, organizations can confidently navigate decisions regarding process modifications and strategic capital investments.

How can learning from the world of Formula 1 revolutionise and deliver lasting change in industry? How can tools and techniques honed on the racetrack yield a 60% improvement in change-over time, deliver over £3m of cost savings in a year, reduce production failures by more than half, whilst delivering a 10x return on investment. PurpleSector will show how, through our decades of experience at the pinnacle of motorsport we are now helping to transform Manufacturing organisations, from start-ups to large multinationals, across the globe.

From skill shortages to the imperative of diversity and inclusion, we investigate the critical aspects shaping the workforce dynamics in these industries. Finding and retaining talent with the necessary expertise is a significant challenge for many manufacturing companies.'

Graeme Chilvers, UK Tinting Services Manager at AkzoNobel, reveals how the company transformed its supply chain and field service operations with a mobile, connected worker platform.  

AkzoNobel offers comprehensive tinting solutions for various industries and specialises in providing customised colour matching. However, AkzoNobel was facing productivity and inventory management accuracy issues with traditional manual processes.  

Imagine a future where unplanned downtime belongs firmly in the past and maintenance schedules are not merely planned but precisely predicted. This vision is turning into reality as artificial intelligence transitions from a futuristic notion to a practical tool for predictive maintenance. Our discussion delves into the essence of AI-driven data analysis and its crucial role in facilitating proactive maintenance strategies, directly tackling the gap caused by a shortage of skilled labour. 

With his extensive experience in industrial automation engineering and business development, Josh will guide you through choosing the right field-level control architecture to maximize machinery performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

 

In an era where sustainability is not just a buzzword but a business imperative, UK manufacturing stands at a pivotal crossroads. Join us for an enlightening talk on how accelerating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting and initiatives can pave the way for a greener tomorrow and unlock unprecedented business growth and innovation.

Across the manufacturing space, disconnected processes and systems between leaders and frontline workers are leaving operational improvement opportunities unrealised.

IT/OT convergence can enhance systems' reliability, efficiency, and flexibility, enabling manufacturers to optimise energy usage, reduce costs, and improve sustainability while maintaining operational resilience.'

Roadmapping is a powerful strategic planning technique that is integral to creating and delivering strategic plans. Its flexibility allows for application across a broad spectrum of scopes, including sectors, organisations, individual business units, or specific products and processes.

This session will introduce you to the IfM’s Fast-start Technology Roadmapping approach, demonstrating how it can help your organisation to align R&D and commercial objectives, formulate strategy and identify its implementation pathways.

As a driving force behind the innovative ServoTorqTM development program, James will unravel the key drivers revolutionizing modern sensor systems, powered by AI and the demand for real-time digital data.

Are you performing time-based lubrication activities and still seeing premature bearing failures?  Do you really know how much grease is needed and when the right time to apply it? By taking a Condition based approach, you will know how much and when to apply grease to help reduce the major causes of premature bearing failures. Ultrasound is a proven technology in the world of Lubrication.

Learn about how Ultrasound can help you improve the way your maintenance tasks are planned. Reducing unnecessary activities and focussing on those that really need it.

Condition Based Lubrication - The way forward to improve your asset health.

Join this session as INSPHEREs COO, Craig Davey presents case studies which demonstrate how IONA has improved the performance of industrial robots including, KUKA, FANUC and ABB robots. He will illustrate the benefits these improvements can make to manufacturers within the Aerospace, Automotive and Energy sectors around the UK.

It is a technical discussion that will include real data from robot applications including welding, aerospace drilling and additive manufacturing.

The session is suitable for anyone working within robots and automation.

Automation projects are costly, complex and resource-intensive, and getting them wrong can leave a business with hard to manage legacy challenges.

In this session we will introduce a practical and proven approach to automation decision making and show how this informs good equipment sourcing choices.

In an era where efficiency and adaptability define manufacturing success, DataFlowIQ and ilke Homes Ltd demonstrate the transformative power of a digital backbone in the manufacturing industry. This presentation, led by Craig Douglas, CEO of DataFlowIQ, unveils the journey of integrating bespoke digital solutions to streamline and elevate manufacturing processes.

Despite surging to a remarkable £224 billion in output, based on 2023 figures, the UK has advanced from 9th to 8th place in the global manufacturing rankings, solidifying its position as a key player in manufacturing. However, it has its challenges, as with many other industries, the manufacturing sector is struggling to fill over 60,000 vacant positions. The BFPA is working with its member to help overcome this significant challenge.

Human augmentation technologies are becoming key enablers to connecting people and machines in a Manufacturing Environment. They provide immersive and real time experiences to support, train and optimise tasks and training. The deployment of technologies such as Wearables, Data Visualisation and Cobotics can therefore bring major benefits on the shop floor.

In today's fiercely competitive landscape, manufacturing professionals face mounting pressure to drive sales despite tightening budgets, challenging market conditions, less and less customer face time, and increased complexity across products, solutions, and the entire sales cycle.

What is a fluid injection Injury

• Dangers associated
• How to avoid
• Treatment in the case of receiving one

A quick glance at social media is enough to demonstrate that sophisticated computerised manufacturing is fast becoming the new norm - not just in industry but in bedrooms and home offices the world over. 3D printing has thrown light on the possibilities for automated manufacture as well as the expectation for what can be achieved with a little knowledge and a sensible budget. In the last couple of years at least, CNC routing, (surely 3D printings opposite number) has been receiving the same notoriety. But there has still been a notable gap in the middle ground between the hobby end of the market and full scale industrial machinery. This presents a problem to the small business on the road to expansion. CNC is the perfect answer for small scale and bespoke manufacture as well as prototyping - but making the gap from hand finished goods to automation has not previously been bridged financially or effectively. A third barrier to adopting automated practices is complexity - and the need to learn new skills or acquire specialist knowledge. Easy to grasp software is highly intuitive for new users but goes on to deliver output for complex commercial applications.

AI has transformed from science fiction to household name in just a few months, and everyone is rushing to figure out how to leverage AI to make their work more efficient and to save money. This rush to bring AI to their products of course comes at a risk, as corners are cut, security loses. It may just make you think twice about copying that prompt into ChatGPT. 

From complex and costly tech, to time-consuming change management programmes, the benefits of digital maintenance systems have often felt out of reach for many. Snowed under with existing workloads and limited resources - focusing on the future isn't easy for maintenance professionals. 

The UK Innovation Report provides the latest data on the UK’s innovation activity and industrial performance globally. Compiled by Cambridge Industrial Innovation Policy, part of the Institute for Manufacturing, University of Cambridge, the report provides a clear and easy-to-navigate overview of key trends across UK industry and is an essential resource for navigating the evolving landscape of innovation and technological progress in the UK.

The 2024 edition of the report examines the UK machinery and equipment manufacturing sector, which serves as a backbone for global productivity and drives innovation across numerous economic sectors.

Find out why Sustainability and Digital Transformation are natural partners, as manufacturers seek to modernise and improve the bottom line.

Green Custard is an Amazon Web Services Advance Tier Services Partner, and a leading IoT specialist in the UK. Through customer stories and examples, we will talk about how we have helped manufacturers transform how they operate, and how this can deliver both financial improvements to the business and sustainable changes for businesses.

 

 

Working alongside Manufacturers for the last 7 years there has been a common theme that has progressively got worse, the ever-growing labour shortage & skills gap. A study in 2022 predicted that 18% of the current manufacturing workforce in the UK is due to retire by 2026. With 47% of people quitting their apprenticeships, we're here to guide you through the challenges.

Adam & Emma have seen some brilliant examples of companies that have really tackled the impending problem head on and others that have really struggled to recruit and retain staff. Having worked closely with these businesses we hope to share these insights with you.

How 42Q has improved the manufacturing control for WEIR Minerals Europe and the current/future states

Have you ever tried to implement new technology and wondered why it has failed? Have you struggled to get buy-in from senior leaders in data governance topics? 

Industry 4.0 transformation is happening everywhere. It might be said that the missing link in these efforts historically, has been the worker. As the world around us becomes more and more connected and data-driven, companies have the potential to harness valuable information to benefit their businesses and workers, as well as integrating the now connected worker into the fabric of the smart manufacturing environments around them. The trick may be carefully selecting tech that meets objectives, and is human-centric, without squandering resources.