CSIA 2022 Executive Conference

The pandemic has, and continues to have, a dramatic impact on our lives and our businesses. To help you navigate this new world, the 2022 CSIA Executive Conference will take a deep dive into “The Future of Work.” From keynote presentations to panel discussions to one-on-one networking, you’ll discover how thought leaders, industry experts and, […]

Smart Manufacturing for All

In this conversation, we talked about democratizing smart manufacturing, the history and ambition of CESMII (2016-), bridging the skills gap in small and medium enterprises which constitute 98% of manufacturing. We discuss how the integration of advanced sensors, data, platforms and controls to radically impact manufacturing performance. We then have the hard discussion of why the US is (arguably) a laggard? John shares the 7 characteristics of future-proofing (interoperability, openness, sustainability, security, etc.). We hear about two coming initiatives: Smart Manufacturing Executive Council & Smart Manufacturing Innovation Platform. We then turn to the future outlook over the next decade.

Event Series Aerospace Affinity Group

Aerospace Affinity Group

This Affinity Group will concentrate on systems and electronic assemblies’ standards across multiple Aerospace/Defense platforms and utilization of SM to accelerate energy efficiencies, productivities and reduce waste throughout the manufacturing stream. These efforts will be critical elements of SM technologies such as smart sensors, data analytics, machine learning, connectivity, cybersecurity, digital engineering, in-process digital monitoring, and process control.

The Role of Manufacturing in Industrial Decarbonization

As the United States embarks on a path towards net-zero carbon emissions, understanding how to decarbonize the industrial sector will be critical. The 2021 National Academies' report Accelerating Decarbonization of the U.S. Energy System outlines critical near-term policies needed for the decarbonization effort. Among many other things, this report recommends that Congress provide manufacturing incentives […]

IMTS 2022

McCormick Place 2301 South King Drive, Chicago, United States

IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show, the largest and longest-running industry trade show in the Western Hemisphere, is held every other year at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. IMTS 2022, which will run September 12-17, 2022, is where the creators, the builders, the sellers, and the drivers of manufacturing technology come to connect and be […]

Smart Manufacturing for Automotive: Enhancing Manufacturing Process and Performance Through Industry 4.0

Sheraton Detroit Metro Airport 8000 Merriman Road, Romulus, Michigan, United States

As customer demands continue to evolve, it is critical that automotive OEMs design and manufacture smarter vehicles to remain competitive. Tomorrow’s vehicles are increasing in complexity, with more parts and technology being integrated than ever before. New approaches are required, with many automotive manufacturers relying on Industry 4.0 technologies to achieve mass customization, whilst continuing to increase […]

SMIC Event: Ignition Community Conference (ICC) 2022

The Ignition Community Conference gathers the leading minds in industrial automation to exchange ideas, inspiration, and technology. This year, as we celebrate 10 years of ICC, there’s more ways to explore the event than ever before! ICC X features two ways to attend: a fully in-person event in Folsom, CA, and a free virtual event […]

The Global Clean Energy Action Forum

David L. Lawrence Convention Center 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

This global event, convened by Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and hosted by DOE’s Department of International Affairs, will be the first of its kind, and will include the 13th Clean Energy Ministerial and 7th Mission Innovation Ministerial. The Forum will be open to the public and participants will include Energy Ministers and government leaders from around the world, along with CEOs, philanthropic […]

Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Summit (GMIS)

David L. Lawrence Convention Center 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

The Global Manufacturing and Industrialisation Summit (GMIS) is the world’s first cross-industrial and crossfunctional platform that offers a voice and venue for leaders to transform manufacturing and utilise technology as a tool for global cooperation and collaboration to encourage greater investment in capabilities, foster innovation and drive global skills development. Co-chaired by the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and the United Arab Emirates, GMIS unites influential delegates from the global manufacturing and technology communities, including leaders from governments, expert industry CEOs and specialist researchers and academics to discuss, debate and shape the future of the manufacturing sector and place manufacturing at the heart of economic regeneration and government policymaking.