Agenda
24th Jun 2015
09:30 - 09:45
Chairman's opening remarks
Speakers:
- Dr Andy Sellars, Lead Technologist , Innovate UK
09:45 - 10:15
Opening keynote - innovation as the structure for manufacturing growth
Speakers:
- Dick Elsy, Chief Executive, High Value Manufacturing Catapult
10:15 - 10:45
The innovation of simplicity
Speakers:
- Phil Hufton, Product Manager, B&D Electromedical
10:45 - 11:15
Can you run a tight ship and be a crucible of innovation?
Speakers:
- Julian Wilson, Director/Owner, Matt Black Systems
11:15 - 11:45
Coffee and networking break
11:45 - 12:15
Realisation of high temperature electronics capability through research and development journey
Speakers:
- Steve Riches, Business Development Manager, GE Aviation
12:15 - 12:45
Innovation is on the menu to feed 9 billion
Speakers:
- Alec Anderson, Managing Director, Koolmill Systems Ltd
12:45 - 13:30
Innovation the Gripple way
Speakers:
- Gordon Macrae, Special Projects Manager, Gripple
14:30 - 15:00
Opportunities for collaboration between industry and education
Speakers:
- Dr Hywel Jones, Principal Research Fellow, Sheffield Hallam University
15:00 - 15:30
Technology is key - the trick to constantly developing new technology within manufacturing
Speakers:
- David Ray, Technical Director, Pryor Marking Technology
15:30 - 16:00
Opportunities for Innovation through design
Speakers:
- Neil Burns, Director, Croft Filters Ltd
16:00 - 16:10
Chairman's closing remarks and end of conference
16:10 - 16:30
Coffee and networking break