The conference will be an opportunity to bring together the Foundation Industries community to discuss the latest innovations and developments in the Foundation Industries. There will be many chances to network throughout the event, as well as poster sessions, Q+A and a conference dinner.
TransFIRe Seminar Deploying AI Solutions in Foundation Industries: Lessons Learned from ‘Furnace AI’ Dr Peter Green, University of Liverpool Tuesday 20 December 9am - 9.45am (30 minutes talk and 15 minutes questions) Zoom (details below description) All are invited to an online TransFIRe seminar on Zoom, aligned with the Glass Technical Working Group. This presentation focuses on the outputs of a recent deployment of an AI-based monitoring system for float glass manufacturing with NSG Pilkington: Furnace AI. We discuss the challenges associated with transitioning AI solutions from academia to industry, with a focus on both technical aspects (e.g. scalability to large datasets, the removal of data that is towards the end of its lifecycle) alongside the ‘softer’ challenges that must also be addressed during deployment (e.g. risk ownership and user trust). Finally, based on the outcomes of the Furnace AI project, potential avenues of future research are suggested. [...]
SKAPE is delighted to host Kyle Parker and Steve Yearley (University of Edinburgh). Kyle and Steve will be presenting on “Net-Zero, Industrial Decarbonisation, and the ‘Non-Technical’ Dimensions of Transformative Change”. Abstract: This talk reports on research being conducted within STIS as part of the UK’s TransFIRe Hub – a large investment by UKRI/EPSRC involving over 20 investigators from 12 UK institutions, in addition to Project Partners from more than 70 organisations (including companies, NGOs and government organisations. TransFIRe is about the meeting point of two huge challenges and transformations confronting UK industry: namely, the impacts of Brexit on international competitiveness, and the drive towards decarbonisation and the UK’s 2050 ‘Net-Zero’ target. This is of particular importance to the so-called Foundation Industries (FI) – the energy-intensive industries that produce the material from which other products are made (for example, metals, glass and ceramics). Ordinary people are seldom customers for foundation-industry products, but they (we) buy the things made [...]
WINFI (Women Innovators in Foundation Industries), as part of the TFI Challenge, is hosting a Circular Economy Workshop and Networking Event. This insightful event aims to provide a platform for businesses and early career researchers (ECRs) to network and discuss the topic of circular economy for materials. The event will feature talks from businesses working in the circular economy, an interactive workshop facilitated by Cirklo and Accelar, and a roadmapping activity facilitated by the UKRI Circular Economy Hub. These sessions are open to any stakeholders (of any sex and gender) in the foundation industries and related materials sectors. This will be a hybrid event and presentations will be streamed and workshops will be in person only at Reed Hall, University of Exeter. Find out more and register here.
At this event, you will learn how Innovate UK is supporting innovation across the industry. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions directly to expert innovation leads at Innovate UK and seek guidance around partnering and funding opportunities from Innovate UK KTN. If you are applying for funding from upcoming collaborative research & development (CR&D) competitions and are seeking partners, you will benefit from the event. Register here: https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/events/reimagine-materials-and-manufacturing-event/
The WFO is proud to announce the Call for Papers of the first edition of the WFO Foundry Young Researchers and Early Career Professionals Conference taking place in April 2023. This will be an outstanding opportunity to connect with young researchers and professionals in the early stages of developing their careers in our industry, offering an agenda of advanced technical research in topics like Casting Solutions, Digital Foundry or Circular Economy and Sustainability, presented by some leading young industry professionals. The conference will be held on a digital platform on the World Wide Web on April 18th 2023, where a final selection of 20 lectures will be streamed in the form of recorded videos. The conference will be offered three times during the event day, starting in the time zone of Asia-Pacific (APAC), following by Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and ending in Americas. The authors of the 3 Best Papers from the [...]
International Synergies and TransFIRe are pleased to extend to you an invitation to our second cross sector, resource matching workshop which will be delivered as part of the TransFIRe project. Register for the event here Workshop Summary The aim of this session is to bring together the six foundation industries, with representation from their respective supply chains and other sectors which could supply solutions, to identify opportunities for industrial symbiosis. The focal point of our workshop will be the use of a simple, internationally proven resource matching methodology that seeks to identify new business opportunities for participants’ waste resources. The session is interactive and will require a modest of amount of preparation from all delegates ahead of the event. The output will be a significant number of industrial symbiosis synergies, some quick wins and others longer term innovation opportunities. All will have the potential to reduce cost, cut carbon [...]
Meet carefully selected Indian organisations looking to form partnerships with UK organisations to discuss areas of cooperation and upcoming funding opportunities. Innovate UK is inviting ambitious and innovative UK organisations to participate in the Transforming Foundation Industries Inward Mission to the UK. UK delegates can register for one or more days of the programme. This Inward Mission to the UK includes a dedicated day to hear from Innovate UK and to hold pre-arranged 1:1 meetings with potential partners. Innovate UK is working with their India partners on developing a bilateral programme and will be sharing more details in due course. Delivered by Innovate UK EDGE, the Inward Mission programme consists of a visit to two key regions in the UK; Liverpool City Region and the Midlands through our partners Glass Futures and Manufacturing Technology Centre, along with a dedicated day led by Innovate UK to form B2B partnerships and collaborations. The programme [...]
An interactive programme of events aimed at Early Careers Researcher's from within TransFIRe and industry with the overall aim of supporting and equipping them with the skills and confidence to deliver ambitious commitments. The workshop will include a series of talks, facilitated sessions, industry visits and networking opportunities. The purpose of the workshop is to: • get you to think differently • learn new skills and behaviours • promote engagement and collaboration within TransFIRe • expand collaborations outside of TransFIRe and the UK Event Programme For further information, please contact Joanna Johnson on joanna.johnson@cranfield.ac.uk.
This exclusive one-day event will feature a series of presentations from innovative businesses using digital technologies and platforms to tackle resource and energy efficiency challenges in the Foundation Industries. There will also be an interactive challenge- led workshop delivered by Saeema Ahmed-Kristensen, Professor of Design Engineering and Innovation at the University of Exeter. This event is open to stakeholders from the materials sectors. Register here: https://iuk.ktn-uk.org/events/foundation-industries-4-workshop-networking/
The CENTS network vision is to build a community that focusses on the informed design and utilisation of more environmentally friendly, renewable and/or recyclable materials within transportation systems and delivers novel and effective end-of-life recycling, re-use and recovery options. ICCET is a 1.5 day conference which aims to: Accelerate Circular Economy implementation in Transport Systems Showcase innovative solutions Co-create a cross-cutting strategy with the sustainable transport community
Come and find TransFIRe on Stand D92. Putting manufacturing at the heart of the future Smart Factory Expo, brought to you by The Manufacturer’ (produced by Hennik Research, part of Nineteen Group) is the industry’s leading manufacturing exhibition showcasing the latest digital innovations in technology, processes and thinking behind Industry 4.0. Whatever the stage of your digital journey, see all the technologies enabling the industrial revolution under one roof, hear the latest best practices and strategies and connect with like-minded peers! The goal of Smart Factory is to offer the manufacturing industry cutting-edge solutions which will encompass advancements in hardware and software, whilst allowing visitors to keep their finger on the pulse of the important changes in their sector. Take advantage of the tech hype around this event, which in 2023 will include everything from an innovation alley where startups may exhibit their prototype solutions to the professional insights offered by leading figures in robotics and additive manufacturing. [...]