We invite you to join us for an panel discussion and networking event, including an exclusive tour of the TRUMPF Smart Factory in Hoffmann Estates, IL.
2pm - 3pm - Factory Tour (optional):
Join us for an exclusive tour of the TRUMPF Smart Factory in Hoffman Estates, where you'll see firsthand the seamless interaction of people, machines, storage technology, automation and software in a modern manufacturing environment. This facility exemplifies the principles of Industry 4.0 and demonstrates how advanced technologies can transform manufacturing processes.
During the tour, you will explore how the Smart Factory integrates automation and innovative software solutions to create a highly efficient, flexible and transparent factory floor. Participants will gain insight into the challenges faced by sheet metal companies in achieving an ideal Industry 4.0 environment, and learn about the critical steps involved in optimising production processes.
3pm - 4:30pm - Panel Discussion:
Following the tour, the event will continue with a conference and panel discussion featuring industry experts who will address both current and emerging challenges in industrial decarbonization in the U.S. and Germany. Topics include the integration of new technologies, regulatory hurdles on both sides of the atlantic, and the future of energy efficiency in industrial settings.
Key Takeaways:
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What innovative technologies are cutting CO2 and boosting energy efficiency in the US and Germany?
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What trends will shape industrial decarbonization in the next 5-10 years?
- What impact will AI and digital solutions have on decarbonization strategies?
4:30pm - 5pm - Networking:
The event will conclude with a networking session, where participants can connect with fellow professionals and speakers to discuss key takeaways from the presentations. Complementary appetizers and refreshments will be served.
Keynote Speakers:
- Chris Heckle, Director, Materials Manufacturing Innovation Center, Argonne National Laboratory
- Samuel Gage, Senior Scientist & Program Supervisor for Decarbonization, Energetics
- Beatrice Schulz, Head of Department Technologies and Markets, BVES (German Energy Storage Association)
In addition to the expert speakers, we are excited to welcome seven innovative German companies specialising in industrial decarbonization and energy efficiency, who will present their solutions and provide valuable insights into how these technologies can be applied to help industries achieve their sustainability goals:
- Dürr Systems AG, a global mechanical and plant engineering firm with 20,500 employees worldwide, specializes in automation, environmental solutions, and energy efficiency, to optimize manufacturing and resource allocation.
- FEV energy's engineering and consulting solutions connect electricity and heat generation, mobility, and industry intelligently and optimize them holistically
- APROVIS specializes in exhaust gas systems for combined heat and power (CHP) plants. Their one-stop solution for heat recovery and after-treatment enhances energy efficiency and reduces emissions.
- H-BI’s engineering & consulting services for decarbonization and heat recovery solutions present businesses with the tools to monetize their heat waste while reducing energy costs.
- Passiv Energie offers expertly designed energy-saving passive houses and top-tier ventilation systems, ensuring optimal indoor climate and energy efficiency.
- SE+P Consulting offers tailored sustainability consulting services to enhance energy efficiency and profitability, balancing economic and environmental goals with proven energy-saving strategies.
- INDYON’s forklift mapping technology unfolds the full potential of intralogistics in the modern age. Using cutting edge digital twin solutions, they optimize material flow in warehouse & production with minimal intervention in infrastructure.
