Smart Manufacturing for Automotive Europe 2024 Sessions
Seminars
7:00AM - 7:45AM
Registration and Networking
8:30AM - 9:00AM
Creating a Micro-Factory for Increased Innovation, Vehicle Customisation, and Product Quality
• Planning, designing, and developing a smart micro-factory that can leverage emerging technology to streamline processes• How the micro-factory is enabling vehicle customisation as opposed to offering mass design options• Ensuring ROI for high-mix, low-volume, customised and personalised products• How is the manufacturing process different for a hydrogen fuel vehicle vs a hybrid car, and... Read more »
Speaker
Ian Thompson CTO - H2X Global
9:00AM - 9:30AM
Leveraging Intelligent Robotics & Automation Tools for Precision, Speed and Efficiency within Next-Gen Factories
• Optimising and maintaining consistent quality through AI-powered robotic inspection, assembly, and processing• Orchestrating optimised production flows with coordinated teams of robots and automated systems• Reducing unplanned downtime by leveraging machine learning to predict robotic maintenance requirements• Leveraging computer vision and AI to maximise speed, precision and accuracy in picking, sorting, and handling tasks• Seamlessly... Read more »
9:30AM - 10:15AM
Technology Demonstrations
This session provides an additional opportunity to meet with our product and solution providers in the exhibition hall to learn more about the products, technology, and services that have been developed to solve your unique challenges. The technology demonstrations will last approximately 8 minutes on four cycles with the opportunity to ask questions immediately afterwards... Read more »
10:15AM - 10:45AM
Networking Break and Exhibition
Seminars
10:45AM - 11:45AM
Roundtable Discussion: Scaling Smart Connected Projects is a Challenge – What are the Key Steps to Effectively Scale Industry 4.0 Technologies Across the Organisation
Speaker
- Thomas Fischer Power System Smart Connected Factory Lead - John Deere
Seminars
10:45AM - 11:45AM
Roundtable Discussion: Change Empowered by Data: Fuelling Continuous Improvement
Speaker
- Thomas Varghese Data Domain Manager – Industrial Operations - Jaguar Land Rover
Seminars
10:45AM - 11:45AM
Roundtable Discussion: Implementing Smart Manufacturing Technologies to Manage the Increased Complexity of EV Design, Production, and Software Dependency
Seminars
10:45AM - 11:45AM
Roundtable Discussion: Developing Leadership Strategies for a Successful Manufacturing Transition Toward Electric Vehicles
Speaker
- Gabriel Gonzalez Alonso SVP Corporate Production Management - ZF Group
Seminars
11:45AM - 12:15PM
Organisational IT Infrastructure from Scratch: Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions Whilst Leveraging Industry 4.0 Technologies
Defining requirements and tailoring them to the specific needs of a new organisation Building an IT team culture that is open-minded, flexible, and attractive to talented employees Addressing the mindset shift in a new organisation when adopting Industry 4.0 technologies Selecting ERP & MES systems designed for scalability and flexibility Integrating MES with ERP for... Read more »
Speaker
- Cristian Azañedo CIO - Hub Tech Factory, S.L.
12:15PM - 1:15PM
Networking Lunch and Exhibition
Seminars
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Roundtable Discussion: Building Agile Automotive Supply Chains to Maintain Continuity Through Disruption
Speaker
- Heiko Gierdhardt Fulfilment Director - Jaguar Land Rover
Seminars
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Roundtable Discussion: Leveraging AR/VR For Next-Generation Facility Design – Optimising Plant Layouts for Manufacturability and Maintenance Accessibility
Seminars
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Roundtable Discussion: Breaking Down Organisation Silos to Unlock the Power of Automation In An Automotive Organisation
Speaker
- Vladimiro Ferreira Head Automation CoE (IA, AI) & IT Services Portugal - SEG Automotive
Seminars
1:15PM - 2:15PM
Roundtable Discussion: Maximising Operational Agility Through Industry 4.0 Technology to Manage EV / ICE Demand Shifts
Seminars
2:15PM - 2:45PM
Harnessing Digital Twins for Predictive Maintenance and Process Innovation in the Smart Factory Landscape
Uncovering the intricacies of real-time data precision and predictive analytics in enhancing product quality through Digital Twins Exploring the role of end-to-end data expertise in seamlessly integrating Digital Twins Examining how Digital Twins drive innovation in manufacturing processes and foster agility to respond to evolving industry requirements Delving into the specifics of data-driven decision-making and... Read more »
2:45PM - 3:15PM
Accelerating Intelligent Automation in Automotive Production Through AI-Enabled Robotics
• Leveraging computer vision in robots for more accurate quality inspection and anomaly detection• Integrating proximity sensors and vision systems to enable safer and more seamless human-robot collaboration• Using predictive maintenance algorithms to analyse robot sensor data and avoid unplanned downtime• Achieving higher precision and consistency in robotic assembly and welding operations through AI• Continuously... Read more »
Speaker
- Dr Seemal Asif Senior Lecturer Artificial Intelligence and Robotics - Cranfield University
3:15PM - 3:45PM
Networking Break and Exhibition
Seminars
3:45PM - 4:45PM
Roundtable Discussion: Reducing Workforce Skill Gaps Through Cultural Change in Automotive Manufacturing
Speaker
- Goksen Tore Sancak Independent Board Member - Farplas Automotive
Seminars
3:45PM - 4:45PM
Roundtable Discussion: Driving Enterprise-Wide PLM Adoption – Strategies for Integration And Buy-In
Speaker
- Sandeep Dinkale Digital Manufacturing Consultant - Jaguar Land Rover
Seminars
3:45PM - 4:45PM
Roundtable Discussion: Harnessing The Power of Data for an Integrated Digital Thread – Accelerating Product Lifecycles and Ensuring Rapid Time-To-Market
Seminars
3:45PM - 4:45PM
Roundtable Discussion: Strategies for Adapting Existing Factories and Production Lines for EV Manufacturing
Speaker
- Aman Tripathi Electrification Transformation Manager (EV Vehicle and Ecosystem) - Nissan
Seminars
4:45PM - 5:30PM
Panel Discussion: Making the UK More Attractive for Automotive Manufacturing – Digital, Technology, Skills, Collaboration & Innovation
The automotive industry is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by electrification, connected vehicles, and advances in digital technologies. As the UK looks to build a more sustainable and innovative automotive manufacturing base, there are opportunities to leverage these disruptive forces.This panel discussion brings together key players across the UK automotive sector to discuss... Read more »
Speakers
- Will Kinghorn Technology Adoption Specialist - Made Smarter UK
- Dan Bunting Head of Business Development - Advanced Propulsion Centre UK
- Agnes Wamagui KTM - Robotics - Innovate UK Business Connect
5:30PM - 5:40PM
Closing Remarks from AMG World
5:40PM - 6:40PM
