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Whether you’re a machine builder, systems integrator or an OEM engineering professional keen to automate, this is a unique opportunity to meet face-to-face with largest array of machine building technical experts ever assembled in one place at one time in the UK. They are here to offer insight, expertise and experience that could prove invaluable as you design and manufacture the machines and systems that help keep the UK so competitive.
This is a one-day only event that uses a unique format to provide you with maximum information in the minimum of time. You can get here easily, park at zero cost right outside the entrance, get in, get round, get all the answers you seek and get back to work in short order - and you can also take in the superb National Motorcycle Museum collection too, with a free pass otherwise valued at £15!
Keep up with the latest developments which are vital to all machine builders, systems integrators and OEMs
A unique opportunity to discover many new products which have yet to be more widely released
Discover, discuss and evaluate all the newest ideas and processes to have been recently introduced
Parking at the National Motorcycle Museum is plentiful and free, right outside the door to the event.
Meet and engage with the widest cross section of potential new suppliers
Capture valuable application tips from the most knowledgeable experts
Free breakfast roll and brew if you arrive before 11AM
Your Visitor Badge also provides free access to the museum.
Keep up to date with the latest developments in selected key sectors. We recommend that you register for a workshop at the earliest opportunity as places are strictly limited.
| Time | Company | Subject | Details |
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| 09:30 - 10:10 |
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Mechanical engineering needs digital solutions |
LenzeThe economic success of machine builders is increasingly determined by their ability to differentiate themselves through additional digital offerings and new business models. But how can SMEs in particular benefit from the digital transformation at machine and plant level despite high costs, pressure to innovate and three major 'construction sites' – demographics, digitalisation and decarbonisation? The answer lies in sustainable connection of IT and OT as well as in tools that make IT easily manageable for the mechanical engineering industry. Key elements that this session will cover include: 1. The cost and innovation pressure on machine builders is high. They need to create new revenue streams and offer digital services, become more efficient and sustainable. 2. Responding to increasing cost and innovation pressure with intelligent automation: with smart data, the digital twin and open automation is one key element. 3. Tools that make digitalisation controllable: with the open automation platform, machine builders can bring innovations to their machines even if they don't have in-house IT knowledge so that they can exploit the potential of digitalisation for themselves. 4. SMEs need more than a conventional App store. They need both public (commodity) apps and, more importantly, apps that are especially designed for machines and individual companies. 5. Open standards, simple handling of IT and maximum security to protect the machine builder's know-how are indispensable. |
| 10:30 - 11:10 |
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Machinery safety legislation – recent changes and what they mean |
PILZ Automation TechnologyThe machinery safety landscape is ever evolving bringing with it a raft of changes to current legislation to cope with issues such as increasing digitisation and flexibility requirements. Pilz safety specialist Jason Reed will summarise the changes – covering the migration of the Machinery Directive to the Machinery Regulation plus standards such as ISO 13849, IEC 62061 and ISO 14119 - and will explain what these mean in practical terms to machine builders and end-users alike. In this session, you will learn: – Which changes have been implemented – Which changes are upcoming – Which changes are relevant to your business – Which actions need to be taken right now – Which actions need to be planned for future changes |
| 11:30 - 12:10 |
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Delivering real low-cost automation |
igus UKRBTX is a new platform to configure and cost a full automation system or robot using parts from many industrial companies. Guaranteed compatibility and fixed cost, all production and factory engineers should know about this latest technology. In this session you will learn: – The main different types of robots used in UK manufacturing – How to configure a robot using RBTX.com – Access to a library containing hundreds of real working examples – A glimpse into the future; starting with the application not the product – “Test before invest”; access to the UK based robot test area |
| 12:30 - 13:10 |
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Servitization and after-sales strategy for machine builders |
IXONMachine builders are shifting their focus from machine sales to service sales. This requires them to think beyond the traditional product offering and get into the customer's shoes. By attending this session, you will learn: 1. Trends within the OEM market and the importance of machine service to profitability. 2. How a standardised, IIoT-enabled machine fleet opens up an opportunity for upselling. 3. Why machine data is important and how to use it in the context of proactive service. 4. An exploration of SLA options and three examples of IoT powered business models. 5. Real life examples and results of servitization models from some of Europe’s largest machine manufacturers. |
| 13:30 - 14:10 |
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Increasing Productivity by Minimising Changeover Times |
OMRONWith manufacturers producing an ever-increasing number of SKUs, the demand for faster, more efficient changeover processes has never been greater. In this talk we will explain what machine builders can do to optimise their machines to ensure a smooth transition between products in their complex manufacturing processes. By attending this session you will learn: – How just-in-time delivery of line consumables increases productivity – Reducing the amount of time operators spend moving goods is critical in a scarce labour climate – Automate the verification of packaging materials prior to start up – Achieving zero idle machine time, pallets on the floor, unsafe conditions, mistakes made and repetitive tasks for operators – Use of recipes to optimise robots for frequent form changes |
Having worked with Mark and Luke on previous events over the years, when they mentioned putting together Machine Building Live, we just had to get involved!
Machine Building Live presents B&R Industrial Automation solutions and services directly to these machine builders in a cost-effective and simple way, and helps us meet new potential customers and network with people we know
It is our pleasure to be supporting our members at the very first Machine Building Live event, showcasing the unrivalled innovation and technology of UK Machine Builders.
I really like the laser-like focus of this exhibition. Our customers are in the Machine Building business, so this exhibition is perfect for us.
The IED is really excited to be involved in Machine Building Live, given the importance of automation in design and we are very happy to be supporting this innovative event.
We look forward to welcoming you as a key exhibitor!
The National Motorcycle Museum is located immediately adjacent to the NEC at Birmingham. The postcode for your satnav is B92 0EJ. There is abundant free parking immediately adjacent to the exhibition.
The nearest railway station is Birmingham International, a 5 minute taxi ride away.
Birmingham International is a 5 minute taxi ride away.
MachineBuilding.Live is located in the Britannia Suite at the National Motorcycle Museum.
Find out more about the National Motorcycle Museum: https://www.nationalmotorcyclemuseum.co.uk
The National Motorcycle Museum is recognised as the finest and largest British motorcycle museum in the world. It originally opened its doors in October 1984 with a collection of 350 motorcycles on display.
