Manufacturing Efficiency

The BPF has assembled some of the best names in the business to provide you with insights on how to make those step changes in your operations which will help hasten the return of profitability.

CLICK HERE to download the registration form

SESSION 1: Chaired by Peter Davis, BPF

10.25   Chairman Introduction

10:30   Overview of Lean Manufacturing & Efficiency in Plastics Processing (Jason Barclay, Picme)
Supply Chain Improvement and Implementation of Lean Manufacturing
Grant funding possibilities

11.15   Machinery Selection for Manufacturing Efficiency (Graeme Herlihy, Engel UK)
Electric and hydraulic machines: Parts cost calculations
Factors effecting investment in electric or hydraulic machine

11.45   Coffee

12.00   Improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness in real time (Andy Jewell, Mattec)
The importance of automated real time production and process monitoring

12.25   Developments in Automation For Improved Efficiency (Gary Probert, Hi-Tech Automation)
A case study on cutting edge projects
Six axis robots and the future of automation

12.45  Lunch Break

SESSION 2: Chaired by Peter Davis, BPF

1.30   Successful Continuous Improvement (Dr Keith Copeland MBE, Nissan Motor Manufacturing (UK) Limited)
Why do initiatives often fail?
Key factors for a successful implementation programme

2.15   Materials Handling Solutions For Manufacturing Efficiency  (Sam Hill, Summit Systems)
General Improvements in material handling technology
Helping processors to remain flexible and improve efficiency levels

2.45   Cost Management in Plastics Processing: An Energy Boot Camp (Robin Kent, Tangram)
A practical guide to reducing energy consumption
A structured approach to the techniques of energy management

3.30   Minimimising Waste through Proactive Programmes (Richard Barnard, Envirowise)
Waste management within plastics processing
How the government can assist companies reducing waste

4.00   Close

Seminar Outline

This seminar will provide practical support and tools to assist in upskilling the employees in your company. It will give all delegates a thorough grasp of the skills needs in the industry and arm them with the knowledge of how these can be improved.

In this ever more competitive market, having the right skills in your organisation is not an option but a necessity for survival!

Who Should Attend?

This seminar is aimed at anyone responsible for training and skills sets within your organisation from Managing Directors and Operations Directors to individuals responsible for recruitment, HR and training.

Venue British Plastics Federation 6 Bath Place Rivington Street London, EC2A 3JE Telephone:  02074575000 Fax: 02074575045

Cost of Seminar

To register for this seminar please CLICK HERE to download the flier, or for more information please contact Chris Brown on 0207 457 5007 or email [email protected]