AUTOMATE SHOW theater

Explore the invisible threats to automation and manufacturing, and discover how to strengthen your operations with the latest defenses. This interactive session will guide you through essential cybersecurity strategies, empowering you to safeguard your systems against digital dangers. Engage with our experts, ask questions, and turn uncertainty into actionable resilience. Prepare to navigate the future with confidence.
 

Sponsored by Ericsson

In this session, an expert panel will explore real-world examples of private cellular network full-scale factory deployments. They’ll discuss how these manufacturers enabled 5G successfully and overcame the challenges they experienced along the way. Finally, they’ll provide an update around the maturing 5G ecosystem and how its maturity will make future implementations simpler.

Explore how large language models, advanced simulations, and other evolving artificial intelligence technologies are changing the face of manufacturing and industrial production. Join us as this panel of experts discusses how AI can streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and drive innovation in your operations.

Join us as this panel of experts delves into the latest advancements in automation and robotics, showcasing how simplified interfaces and intuitive designs are making powerful tools easier, faster, and cheaper to deploy, making automation accessible to a broader range of industries.

Sponsored by Schneider Electric

In today’s fast-paced automation world, using digital twins to explore what-if scenarios before physical system deployment can speed up time to market and reduce Capex. Rapid prototyping streamlines design and engineering, the efficiency of systems. Now, with innovative technology assistants such as digital twins and AI, engineers can solve technical problems more efficiently while exploring new approaches to designing systems. Digital twins are powerful and effective technology assistants that allow designers and engineers to virtualize a physical system (such as a high-performance robotic application) and simulate it in all possible scenarios before rollout. Furthermore, as the coding requirements for automation systems are becoming more complex, machine builders can now harness the power of generative AI Large Language Models (LLMs) to help with repetitive task automation, code generation, documentation, compilation assistance, etc., freeing up time for more strategic work.

The inaugural Automate Innovation Awards Ceremony recognizes and celebrates the most groundbreaking automation solutions introduced to the market since May 2023. In an era where automation is revolutionizing industries worldwide, these winning innovations not only push the boundaries of technology, but also contribute to the betterment of the economy and consumers at large. Join us in celebrating the pioneers of the industry and be a part of the transformative journey towards a smarter, more efficient and sustainable future.

This session will dive into how cutting-edge automation and AI technologies are reshaping patient care, surgical procedures, and operational efficiencies, paving the way for a more advanced, accessible, and personalized healthcare system.

Sponsored by Siemens

Ready to accelerate your digital transformation and address the modern industry's urgent challenges? Unlock the manufacturing potential with the transformative power of virtualization, simulation, and data analytics. Applying digitalization in drivetrain technology and utilizing powerful digital twin in robot applications bring significant operational impact to your company, while creating new business model opportunities for OEMs and service providers. In this presentation, we will explore motion control and robotics application examples from Siemens on how to collect, analyze, and simulate drivetrain data to optimize machine efficiency and process monitoring, reduce costs, and enhance overall performance.

Hear from some of the top leaders in the automation industry as they share insights on emerging technologies, market dynamics, business trends, and strategic initiatives that are driving the future of automation. This roundtable promises a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities facing the industry, offering a unique perspective on how companies can navigate and thrive in an increasingly automated world.

The Automate Startup Challenge spotlights early-stage companies in robotics and automation as they go head-to-head at the Automate Show Theater, pitching their technology solution to a panel of industry-expert judges.

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM: Global Business Opportunities Panel Discussion
The world is filled with opportunities. But which opportunities are favorable right now and what regions are best suited for expansion or partnerships? Join us for this discussion -- hosted with the U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration -- as we examine global business opportunities with a focus on Mexico and India. The session will feature an introduction by Deputy Under Secretary for International Trade Diane Farrell and highlight statistical data from the ITA along with "on-the-ground" insights from Mexico and India experts. 

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: International Trade Reception
The panel discussion will be followed by the International Trade Reception, giving the attendees the opportunity to network and explore new business relationships with global partners.

Co-Hosted by the International Federation of Robotics

Join us for this discussion with top leaders from the robotics industry as we explore the latest economic trends, cutting-edge technologies, business opportunities, and strategic insights that are driving automation forward. 

This expert panel moderated by Brian Heater of TechCrunch will explore the technological breakthroughs, challenges, and opportunities that come with building humanoid robots and integrating them into today’s industrial environments. Some of the leading companies in the field will discuss the latest developments and potential use cases – and how they are looking to make humanoid robotics a practical reality.

Explore the future of supply chains as this panel of industry leaders discusses the next wave of innovations in logistics and warehousing, focusing on the role of automation in revolutionizing these sectors. Learn how cutting-edge technologies are helping reimage the warehouses of the future and making supply chains more efficient, resilient, and responsive to the rapidly changing demands of the global market.

There is an urgent and immediate need for government leadership in the domain of advanced robotics and automation technologies. The Association for Advancing Automation recently developed and released a set of Advocacy Principles, addressing five factors essential to the continued evolution and growth of our industry in the United States. Join A3 leadership, the chair of A3’s Advocacy Committee, and a global innovation policy expert from the leading Washington DC think tank Information Technology & Innovation Foundation (ITIF), for an informative discussion on the state of U.S. leadership in the robotics industry. We will cover emerging challenges and opportunities, recent efforts to engage government leaders, and the steps we can all take to advocate for the success of our endeavors in this market.

Learn how to harness innovative resources for identifying and cultivating a robust workforce in the fields of Smart Manufacturing, Robotics, and Automation. Whether you're involved in manufacturing, education, or government sectors focusing on workforce development and employment, this session offers valuable insights and strategies to meet your needs. 

Building Future Innovators: Transforming Computer Science Education with Minecraft Education will delve into the revolutionary teaching methodologies adopted by Andrew Spiece, a forward-thinking Computer Science teacher at Grand Blanc High School. This presentation is designed for educators, technologists, and curriculum developers interested in exploring the intersection of gaming and education to enhance learning outcomes in computer science. Andrew will share his journey of integrating Minecraft Education into the high school curriculum, a move that has not only captured the imagination of his students but also significantly deepened their understanding of complex computer science concepts.