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8 In-Depth, Live Video Sessions
Get exclusive access to private, livestreamed video sessions with
industry thought leaders, startup founders, and the world’s leading
technologists, moderated by host John Gallant (former Chief
Content Officer for IDG—CIO, NetworkWorld, InfoWorld).
Face-to-Face Meetings
We host regular invitation-only events in Chicago and San Francisco to strengthen your professional network and connect you
with other Council members. Discuss and explore issues on how
emerging technologies are driving change in your industry.
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Grow your business network and share your knowledge. Research
new technologies, connect with fellow Council members, watch
videos of past sessions, and explore data every day on our private,
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The IMTS Experience
See the latest trends in manufacturing technology first-hand at IMTS – The International Technology Show. Council members are invited on a one-of-a-kind curated tour of advanced technology exhibits, including the IMTS Emerging Technology Center. Leading experts will demonstrate how new technologies are making a big impact on manufacturing. www.IMTS.com, SEPT 10-15, 2018, McCormick Place Chicago
Database of Enterprise-Ready Startups
Search our growing database of pre-vetted, enterprise-ready
startups. See funding data and customers. Sort by topic and
industry, or create your own custom lists. Share startup lists and
profiles with your team.
Ask The Network
Leverage the expertise of fellow Council members and speed up
your decision-making. Pose questions (publicly or anonymously) to
the entire Council. Or discuss with smaller groups in private chats, or
one-on-one via direct messages through the member directory.
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Event Schedule
February 27, 2018
Speakers:Doug Woods, CEO, AMTDavid King, CEO, FogHorn SystemsJon Sobel, CEO and Co-founder, Sight Machine.Machine Learning and ManufacturingMachine learning promises to provide deep insights and automated suggestions to improve manufacturing productivity, reduce downtime, increase equipment effectiveness and make your organization more competitive. But machine learning requires a commitment to quality data and savvy analytics skills. Understand how machine learning really works and how it can be woven into your processes today.March 27, 2018
Speakers:Tim Shinbara, VP Technology, AMTJoseph DeSimone, CEO and Co-Founder, CarbonRic Fulop, CEO and Founder,Desktop Metal.Additive ManufacturingAdditive manufacturing – the industrial-strength version of 3D printing – brings new speed and flexibility to the manufacturing process and can change the way your company designs, prototypes, and delivers new products. It’s already being applied by industrial giants like GE. See the latest advances in additive manufacturing and learn how to apply them to your operations.April 24, 2018
Keynote:Michael Campbell, EVP, ThingWorx Platform, PTC Corp.Speakers:Brian Ballard, Founder, CEO, UpskillPaul Boris, COO, VuzixAugmented FactoriesAugmented reality technology has a wide array of potential applications for manufacturers – everything from assisting workers with advanced (and challenging) assembly chores, improving the productivity and effectiveness of maintenance personnel, and putting the knowledge of manufacturing experts in the hands of colleagues around the globe. Learn about the current state of AR solutions for manufacturers and see how early adopters are putting AR to the test today.May 29, 2018
Keynote:Stephen J. Rogers, VP, Blockchain Initiatives for Supply Chain, Industry Platforms, IBMSpeakers:Michael Cromheecke, Co-Founder, CEO, SteamChain,John Monarch, CEO, ShipChainBlockchain For Your Supply ChainYou’ve heard of Bitcoin, but how much do you know about blockchain – the powerful distributed ledger technology that underpins Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, and that will have a profound impact on your manufacturing operations? Blockchain applications include securing the supply chain, fighting counterfeiting, and reducing intellectual property theft. Find out how the blockchain works and see how it’s being applied in manufacturing environments.June 26, 2018
Keynote:Alain Ouellette, director of operations for GE AviationSpeakers:Bill Huang, founder and CEO at CloudMinds, Inc,Derik Pridmore, Co-Founder, CEO at Osaro, Inc.Advanced, Self-Learning RoboticsRobotics is entering a brave new world where robots are more mobile and autonomous, self-learning and capable of handling a wider variety of more-complex tasks on the production floor. How will these advanced robotic systems change your production processes and how will they impact your supply chain and your workforce? Learn the state-of-the-art in advanced robotics and how this technology will make it to your shop floor.
July 31, 2018
Keynote:Russ WaddellMTConnect - A Deep Dive into the Emerging Standard for Connecting MachinesMTConnect InstituteAMT - The Association For Manufacturing TechnologySpeakers:Bryce Barnes, Global Lead, Manufacturing Solutions Development, CiscoWe are on the verge of creating a true Internet of Machines where machines talk to each other using a common language. That emerging standard is MTConnect—a semantic vocabulary for manufacturing equipment to provide structured, contextualized data with no proprietary format. With uniform data, developers and integrators can focus on useful, productive manufacturing applications rather than translation. In this session, you will learn about the latest developments in MTConnect, how you can put it into practice, and what is the potential ROI of doing so.
September 25, 2018
Keynote:Stephen Hooper,Generative DesignVice President for Design and Manufacturing, AutodeskSpeakers:Jesse Coors-Blankenship, Founder, CEO, Frustum, Inc.Bradley Rothenberg, Co-Founder, CEO, nTopology, IncGenerative design is a completely different approach to product design. Rather than traditional designs based on what you already know, you establish design goals and apply vast computing power to generate powerful new designs beyond your imagination. Generative design can cut design time, speed prototyping (especially when combined with the power of additive manufacturing), and cut production and material expense. How can you put this power to work for you today?October 23, 2018
Keynote:Michael Holman, Vice President of Research, Lux ResearchSpeakers:Jim Phillips, CEO, NanoMechMiguel Galvez, CEO, NBD NanotechnologiesNanotechnology/New MaterialsWorking at the molecular or atomic level, nanotechnology promises the emergence of a wide range of new materials that can change what you build and how you build it. It’s been hyped for years, but do you know how leading manufacturers are capturing the power of nanotech and new materials, and where it makes sense for your organization? Get beyond the buzz and look at solutions that can be deployed now.November 27, 2018
Keynote:Chris Rezendes, Chief Business Officer, Spherical Analytics, andFounder/Managing DirectorIoT Impact LABSSpeakers:William Sobel, Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder of VimanaRon Victor, Founder and CEO, IoTiumIndustrial Internet (IIoT)> Industrial Internet (IIoT)In a world of machines and products outfitted with sensors, we’ll be awash in a sea of information that can improve our supply chains, increase product reliability and serviceability, and reduce design, production and support costs. The Industrial Internet of Things isn’t without its challenges, however. You’ll face security, communications and data management/analytics issues, among others. Understand how top manufacturers are building their IoT operations and what new tools can help you capture the promise of the Industrial Internet.January 15, 2019
Keynote:John Rassieur, Managing Partner, Digital Manufacturing Transformation, Americas Consulting, DXC TechnologySpeakers:Evan Kaplan, CEO, InfluxDataWillem Sundblad, CEO, Oden TechnologiesBuilding a Digital StrategyNo industry generates more data than manufacturing, says consultancy McKinsey, yet the vast majority of that information goes untapped. It’s time to change that with a Digital Strategy that enables manufacturing executives, designers, workers, machines, and more to capture the value of this vast data reserve to create new revenue and product opportunities. Explore emerging digital solutions to help you collect, connect, store, analyze and utilize data from your existing systems, as well as the advanced digital technologies you’re deploying – without a massive overhaul of your manufacturing environment.February 12, 2019
Speakers:Dr. Yang Zhao, CEO, AceinnaSensor TechnologyWe’re rapidly moving beyond the current generation of cheap, embeddable sensors into a world of adaptable, intelligent sensors that provide a wealth of additional data and empower improved machine-to-machine communications along with localized decision-making that speeds response and problem resolution. Micro-sensor implants, organic and bio-degradable sensors, sensor swarms, and multi-function sensors, among other advances, can find and infer new types of information, and hold vast promise to improve processes, increase product quality and create new revenue streams. Learn what’s emerging today in Advanced Sensor Technology.March 19, 2019
Speakers:Jason Jones, CEO and Co-Founder of Hybrid Manufacturing TechnologiesHybrid ManufacturingCombining the best of two worlds – additive (3D printing) and traditional ‘subtractive’ (read CNC) systems – hybrid manufacturing holds tremendous promise for improving fabrication and precision for complex part and unique geometries. Emerging hybrid solutions are becoming available from a variety of traditional and emerging machine tool companies, but are they right for your shop today? Learn where hybrid manufacturing is best deployed, and what lessons early adopters are learning as they embrace this ‘ambidextrous’ technology. Find out more about the next steps in the evolution of hybrid manufacturing.April 9, 2019 Digital Twin
Digital Twins provide more than just a virtual replica of real-world assets, from aircraft engines to wind turbines to manufacturing systems – encompassing even a virtualized factory environment. Capitalizing on AI and machine learning, Digital Twins can optimize performance, reduce repair and downtime, improve manufacturing processes, as well as support new services-based revenue models. Here’s what you need to know to capture the value of Digital Twins, from where to begin to how to analyze and profit from the vast amount of data generated. You also learn how existing CAD/CAM systems are evolving to support Digital Twins.May 14, 2019 Manufacturing As a Service
MaaS is democratizing manufacturing, giving more people the ability to create new things and offering new revenue opportunities for existing manufacturers. Imagine a virtual manufacturing world where parts and products are built on demand closes to customers, and underutilized assets become more productive and lucrative. The promise exists, but there are substantial challenges to overcome as well, not least the security of the manufacturing data that drives the MaaS process. We’ll explore the emerging array of MaaS options and examine how MaaS can reshape your manufacturing strategy today.June 19, 2019Council Meeting @ MT360
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