Trade congress
INNOVATIONS IN METALWORKING

We invite you to a specialized Conference that will take place as part of the international Warsaw Metaltech trade fair. The meeting will focus on the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the INNOVATIONS IN METALWORKING industry. The conference program will include expert lectures, panel discussions, workshops, and presentations by companies associated with the sector.

Our discussion forum will be an integral part of the trade fair, allowing participants to take advantage of the full range of opportunities that an international exhibition offers. Participating in the forum is an excellent opportunity to engage in discussions with industry leaders, establish valuable business contacts, and learn about the latest trends in the field.

The event aims to provide a platform for industry professionals, entrepreneurs and enthusiasts to meet and talk with each other to exchange knowledge, experiences and make new business contacts.

Outline of the Conference program during Warsaw Metaltech:

  • Latest trends and innovations in the INNOVATIONS IN METALWORKING industry
  • Digitalization and automation in the sector
  • New technologies in production and logistics processes
  • Challenges related to sustainable development in the INNOVATIONS IN METALWORKING industry
  • Best practice examples - company presentations
  • The future of the INNOVATIONS IN METALWORKING industry: forecasts and challenges
  • Product management: best practices and trends
  • Investments and financing in the industry sector

These topics will help participants understand the current changes in the INNOVATIONS IN METALWORKING industry, establish valuable business contacts, and exchange knowledge with other specialists in the field.

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January 23-24, 2024

PTAK WARSAW EXPO, Conference Room No. 1, Pavilion B

The conference accompanying the fair is organized by:

EVOLUMA Industrial Cluster

Industry 4.0 Center of the Silesian University of Technology

As announced, the conference topics will focus on the latest trends, innovations and challenges in the metalworking machinery and tools industry.

First day of the conference: January 23, 2024

Preparing the program and running the EVOLUMA Industrial Cluster

  • How to robotize the machining process. How to automate processes while minimizing the risk of errors?
  • Research and solutions for the optimization of metal structures and the implementation of efficient, automated technologies for their production
  • Integration of manufacturing stations - increased productivity through automation and robotization
  • Innovative solutions in tools and tool systems
  • SOLIDWORKS in a new edition, i.e. changes in licensing and what is now profitable Solidexpert
  • How to plan and implement robotics and manufacturing automation processes

INNOVATION, METALWORKING TECHNOLOGY, ROBOTICS AND PROCESS AUTOMATION

11:15
Introduction to the conference theme

Sebastian Rynkiewicz - President of the EVOLUMA Industrial Cluster

11:30
How to robotise a machining process. How to automate processes while minimising the risk of errors ?

Jakub Bańcer - Key Account Manager FANUC POLAND, Wojciech Kowalczyk - Development Manager for the CNC and Robotics Area SOLIDEXPERT

12:10
Application of modern grinding technologies, implementation of automation elements in grinding techniques

Marek Szkiłądź – JAZON Sp. z o.o.

12:30
Research and solutions for the optimisation of metal structures and implementation of efficient, automated manufacturing technologies

Karol Sawicki - Head of CBR MALOW Sp. z o.o.

12:50
Innovative tool solutions for a wide range of machining components and tool systems

Marcin Wolniak – Tungaloy Polska Sp. z o.o.

13:30
SOLID family software in a new edition, i.e. changes in licensing and what now pays off

Stefan Wysocki - Sales Team Leader SOLIDEXPERT

13:45
Using artificial intelligence tools for quality control in metalworking processes Energy management systems - from business to artificial intelligence

Mateusz Zajchowski - ASTOR Energy Efficiency Systems Leader

14:15
"Not so heavy metal" - on the ease of sanding and deburring with the robot

Jacek Smoluch, Product Leader Robots Mitsubishi Electric Europe

Automation and optimisation of the machining process

Sebastian Latuszek, Lider Produktu CNC Mitsubishi Electric Europe

14:50
Summary and conclusion of the conference

2nd day of the conference, January 24, 2024

Preparation of the program and running of the Centre for Industry 4.0 of the Silesian University of Technology

The program for the second day was divided into two thematic blocks:

  • First block (11.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.) regarding technological trends in metal processing, innovative solutions "from science to industry", the use of digitalization to overcome challenges in the industry
  • Second block (1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.) regarding new regulations in the metalworking sector
      • Machinery regulation - presentation by a specialist consulting company or a representative of the ministry
      • A practical approach to the implementation of the Machinery Regulation - PILZ - a global expert in machine safety issues
      • Digital product passport - presentation by a specialist consulting company or an expert from the European Commission
      • Carbon footprint reporting – in progress
     

"TECHNOLOGY, ORGANISATION, REGULATION - NEW OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR THE METALWORKING INDUSTRY"

11:00
Introduction to the conference theme

Andrzej Soldaty – Director Centre for Industry 4.0 at the Silesian University of Technology

11:10
"On the way to the Factory of the Future - key areas of business transformation".

Prof. Mariusz Hetmańczyk – Foundation Future Industry Platform

11:30
"Benchmarks for tomorrow's standards in metalworking".

company representative BALLUFF Sp.z o.o.

11:50
"Machining on modern machining centres".

Dr Arkadiusz Kolka – Silesian University of Technology

12:10
"3D metal printing. An overview of printing methods and their applicability in industry".

Prof. Damian Gąsiorek– Centre for Industry 4.0 at the Silesian University of Technology

12:30
"Industry in the digital economy - Financing and technology services".

Paulina Jasińska-Zielińska - Coordinator at EIT Manufacturing Hub Poland, Katarzyna Wiśniewska – Coordinator at Industry Contact Point Industry 4.0

12:50
Break

13:10
"How to delight customers, or how to reduce your lead times by up to 70%".

Michał Paradowski, Company partner 4Results

13:30
"Quick Response Manufacturing - implementation practice in metal parts manufacturing"

Krzysztof Mądry – The director at Base Group Sp. z o.o.

13:50
"Good practices in the approach to the organisation and automation of in-plant transport".

Marcin Kluger -Key Account Manager, ELOKON

14:10
"Evolution or revolution in the world of machine safety? From Directive 2006/42/EC to Regulation 2023/1230/EU - a summary of the most important changes".

Jacek Gurzyński - Manager of ELOKON Academy

14:30
"Requirements for carbon footprint reporting by companies".

Ilona Wojdyła – expert of the National Energy Conservation Agency S.A.

14:50
Summary and conclusion of the conference