NEWS 10 HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS September 2024 www.hpmag.co.uk of a million products, ERIKS is setting a new standard for responsiveness and reliability in the industry. The keynote speakers for Advanced Engineering 2024 have been confirmed, with six prominent industry figures set to deliver talks at the two-day event. Held at the NEC in Birmingham on 30-31 October 2024, the event will host over 150 speakers discussing critical issues across various forums. Among the keynote speakers is Brian Holliday, Head of Siemens Digital Industries for the UK and Ireland. Holliday, a recognised authority in industrial technology and digital manufacturing, oversees areas such as automation, industry software, and systems integration. He is also a regular commentator on productivity and industrial strategy. Matthew Atkinson, Lead Research Engineer at Jaguar Land Rover, will also be speaking. Specialising in automotive engineering, Atkinson has worked extensively on replacing traditional metallic structures with injection-moulded composites. His expertise spans the development of interior components, such as seating systems, and he holds several patents, including one for the Range Rover’s Executive Seating. Shaun Harris CBE, Director of Support and Chief Engineer at the Royal Air Force, brings decades of experience to the event. With a 37-year career in the RAF, his background includes leadership roles in engineering, logistics, and information warfare, having served in regions such as Afghanistan, Iraq, the UK, and the USA. Other confirmed speakers include Solange Baena, UK Lead for the Aviation Environmental Roadmap at Airbus, Leonie Moffat, Laser Radar Sales Account Manager at Nikon, and Stefan Lawrenson, Senior Polymer Chemist at Scott Bader. Lawrenson’s research focuses on sustainable polymer technologies and the development of eco-friendly materials. The organisers of Advanced Engineering, Easyfairs UK & Global, have emphasised the importance of this year’s speakers in addressing key industry topics, including Industry 4.0, supply chain management, and sustainability. The full programme of speakers will be announced in the lead-up to the event, which is expected to attract professionals from sectors such as aerospace, automotive, defence, and marine. Attendees can anticipate a broad range of discussions, from digitally-enabled supply chains to advanced propulsion technologies, reflecting the event’s role in fostering innovation and knowledge exchange within the engineering community. “The belief that local stock availability is essential is largely a myth,” said Sally Hill, of ERIKS UK & Ireland. “Local stocks often represent 12% of the inventory we hold at our FCE, which can be clearly seen via the virtual tour. When local stock runs out, companies are left scrambling to find what they need. This disrupts operations, compromises traceability and quality control. In contrast, our centralised model ensures quick access to over 250,000 products, all managed with the highest standards of quality.” The centralised stocking model at the FCE allows ERIKS’ staff to focus on supporting customers with less time spent managing stock and complex logistics. With more time to solve problems, offer expert advice, and delivering product and supply chain training, customers get the parts they need along with the insights to keep their operations running smoothly. The virtual tour of the FCE demonstrates the scale and efficiency of centralized stocking with the flexibility of modern logistics. With the ability to dispatch 50,000 items an hour and provide next-day delivery on a quarter Keynote speakers announced for Advanced Engineering 2024
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