launches first-hand and learning at seminars , visitors will have plenty of opportunities to make new business connections and network with industry peers .
Automate UK wants to ensure that visitors have a standout show experience ; one of the new features at this year ’ s show is the free PPMA Show app . This will allow visitors to plan their day , have easy access to their entry ticket and discover all aspects of the show , from exhibitors and products through to a complete list of seminars and speakers .
commitment to shift from higher greenhouse gas-emitting practices to more sustainable production and consumption approaches .
Jessica ’ s presentation explores what needs to happen in the processing equipment and packaging machinery sector in order to meet those targets .
Stefan Casey , Nestlé : The digital transformation of FMCG industry : How digital technology is bringing both challenges and opportunities in packaging across the whole value chain
Stefan ’ s talk will focus on affordable personalisation and customisation in packaging design through to production . His presentation will cover points such as the needs for more flexible packaging production solutions , cost effective solutions by optimising end-to-end from design through to manufacturing , and quality control and safety .
In addition to the seminars UK Automation Forum will be hosting a panel discussion on ‘ What would make UK food businesses adopt more robots ?’. The panel is hosted and facilitated by Gail Hunt from Automate UK , who will be joined by industry experts including Mike Loughran - Rockwell Automation , Chris Rooum - MTC - Manufacturing Technology Centre ( MTC ), Mike Wilson - Manufacturing Technology Centre ( MTC ), Prof Phil Webb - Cranfield University , and Oliver Selby - FANUC UK . The discussion will focus on the positive impact that adopting automation can have on the sector as well as sharing advice and learnings that can help to deliver successful outcomes .
In addition to discovering and exploring various innovations and solutions , experiencing live demonstrations , seeing product
Scott McKenna , Chief Operating Officer at Automate UK , said : “ We ’ ve been working hard to ensure that the PPMA Show continues to live up to its reputation as the UK ’ s largest event showcasing innovative technology from the processing and packaging industry . Our aim is to ensure that the show continues to evolve and as such we ’ ll be introducing new features to enhance the show experience for both visitors and exhibitors .”
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Visitors will also have an opportunity to hear from leading industry speakers including Matt Androsiuk - Cobots and Machinery Safety Ltd , Dr Martin Kidman – SICK UK Ltd , Adam Dickins - AD Frameworks Ltd , and Chris Whyborn - Thornton Tomasetti . The seminars provide a wealth of valuable insights covering a wide range of topics , such as industry standards , CE and UKCA marking , automation to reduce carbon footprint , and many more inspiring subjects .
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