11-June-2024 Seminars

Max Partington, Conference Director, AMG World

• Developing an Industry 4.0 EV roadmap for new and existing manufacturing facilities
• Defining Ford's vision for a sustainable, tech-driven EV factory
• Identifying the digital infrastructure required for a Smart Factory: IoT, big data, AI
• Evaluating how emerging technologies such as robotics and artificial vision can improve quality and efficiency
• Utilising digital technologies to accelerate manufacturing project execution and improve quality

• Developing an Industry 4.0 EV roadmap for new and existing manufacturing facilities
• Defining Ford’s vision for a sustainable, tech-driven EV factory
• Identifying the digital infrastructure required for a Smart Factory: IoT, big data, AI
• Evaluating how emerging technologies such as robotics and artificial vision can improve quality & efficiency
• Utilising digital technologies to accelerate manufacturing project execution and improve 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 what are the wider impacts of this?
• What role does the micro-factory play in future automotive manufacturing?

• Understanding the concept of next-generation 3D vision (high quality in motion)
• Real-world use cases of bin picking in car manufacturing
• Exploring the future applications in object handling and robotic assembly
• Future trends and challenges in implementing digital twinning 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 seamless data flow across the organisation

• 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 risk/reliability metrics
• Achieving precision in predictive maintenance planning with Digital Twins

• 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 improving robotic processes over time using reinforcement learning from real-world trials

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 the steps and support required to boost the competitiveness and sustainability of the UK automotive industry through emerging technologies. Through moderator-led questions, the session will explore the pivotal topics of digitalisation, technology adoption, skills development, collaboration, and innovation in the context of Industry 4.0, Electric Vehicles (EVs), data sharing, and collaborative initiatives.

• What are some key challenges faced in the UK Automotive industry and how can they be addressed through technology?
• How can digitalisation and technology adoption be accelerated across the automotive manufacturing value chain?
• How can we build robust open innovation networks for knowledge and technology transfer between universities, startups, and established manufacturers?
• What new capabilities need to be built across the workforce? How can the government and other stakeholders support this?
• How can manufacturers harness technologies like AI, machine learning, robotics, IoT, VR, 3D Printing and more to support the shift to increased EV production?
• What initiatives are required to boost resilience and sustainability across the UK automotive supply chain for OEM’s, tier 1, 2, suppliers?