Manufacturing
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SMDH – Breaking Through Barriers to Industry 4.0: Views from the Shop Floor
Join the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub online to learn more about the real-world challenges SME manufacturers face when embracing Industry 4.0 technologies. Characterised by increased automation and the employment of data-informed smart machines and smart factories, the fourth industrial...
SMDH – Bridging the Gap: Engaging Young and Diverse Talent in SME Manufacturing
SME Manufacturers up and down the country face a common challenge currently affecting the industry on a huge scale – attracting young and diverse talent. Recent research has found that 3 in 5 young people are unlikely to consider...
Leicestershire Manufacturing Network
The Leicestershire Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is led by East Midlands Chamber. It unites local manufacturers, enabling members to harness the cross-industry, business, engineering and manufacturing knowledge necessary to evolve and...
SMDH – Manufacturing Analytics Platform for SME Manufacturers
SME Manufacturing businesses are all too aware that they need to embark on the digital transformation journey if they wish to keep up with the competition; however, they can be faced with multiple options and solutions with no clear...
Digital Manufacturing Solutions to drive SME efficiency and growth
Join Smart Manufacturing Data Hub Lighthouse awardee Flowlens and their customer Denatec, to learn how digital tools have streamlined their business processes, reduced waste and enabled them to compete against larger competitors and win more business. Flowlens is a manufacturing and stock...
Introduction to HACCP for Food and Drink Producers
Introduction Every company that manufactures food is required by law to have a working food safety management system. This workshop on HACCP for producers will provide you with an overview of the Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points management...
Principles of Preservation and Shelf-Life Assessment
With more time ‘on the shelf’ for the goods to be sold, increasing shelf life enhances earnings. Furthermore, the food industry is under pressure to reduce food waste. A fundamental understanding of why food and drink product safety and...
SMDH – Using Open-Source Data To Optimise Manufacturing Efficiency & Drive Quality
Manufacturing businesses face ever increasing challenges in everything from achieving net zero to measuring production processes. However, many of these challenges can be addressed by making better use of the data your organisation generates. When used intelligently, data can...
Food Labelling and Nutritional Information Legislation
Introduction Producing labels for food is a complicated and frequently difficult undertaking, with severe consequences for non-compliance. The half-day workshop will walk producers through the FSA rules, help producers with their unique products and labelling needs, and guide them...
AI in Fashion Webinar
Join us online to learn about how artificial intelligence is helping to modernise and transform the fashion industry. The AI In Fashion activities, organised in partnership between Innovate UK, STYLE3D and Fashion-Enter, aims to continue exploring the intersection of...
Carbon Literacy for SMEs Part 1 of 2
Consumers and businesses are becomingly increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of their purchases. In today’s environmentally aware market, sustainability and proving your credentials can be a significant differentiator. Carbon literacy certification provides real evidence of backing up your...
Carbon Literacy for SMEs Part 2 of 2
Consumers and businesses are becomingly increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of their purchases. In today’s environmentally aware market, sustainability and proving your credentials can be a significant differentiator. Carbon literacy certification provides real evidence of backing up your...
Carbon Literacy for SMEs Part 1 of 2
Consumers and businesses are becomingly increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of their purchases. In today’s environmentally aware market, sustainability and proving your credentials can be a significant differentiator. Carbon literacy certification provides real evidence of backing up your...
Carbon Literacy for SMEs Part 2 of 2
Consumers and businesses are becomingly increasingly conscious of the environmental impact of their purchases. In today’s environmentally aware market, sustainability and proving your credentials can be a significant differentiator. Carbon literacy certification provides real evidence of backing up your...
Supply chain Decarbonisation – Scope 3 for Manuf, food, retail
Getting started with Scope 3 Supply chain emissions (Scope 3) for most manufacturing companies represent over 80% of carbon impact but also over 90% of the complexity, so where do you start? This session will focus on how to...
PAS2080 & CBAM and their impact on construction & the construction supply chain
Recent announcements requiring Highways Agency contractors and supply chain participants to comply with the new PAS 2080:2023 standard have shaken the industry. This webinar will provide an overview of PAS 2080, its direct impact on your business, and the...
Spotlighting Food & Drink Manufacturing in Leicester and Leicestershire
Join us to celebrate Leicester and Leicestershire’s food and drink manufacturers as they share insights and success stories. Leicestershire is well known for food and drink manufacturing, being home to the worlds largest crisp factory, and as the birthplace...
EMC: East Midlands Manufacturing Network Regional Meeting
Please note this regional network meeting is only open to Manufacturers (those businesses who make something). Celebrate the success of the growing East Midlands Manufacturing Network. Manufacturing is undoubtedly a key driver in the East Midlands and its importance...
EMC: Leicestershire Manufacturing Network
Before you book: Please note these networks are only open to Manufacturers (those businesses who make something). For all other enquiries please contact EMMN@emc-dnl.co.uk The Leicestershire Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is...
Leicestershire Manufacturing Network
Please note these networks are only open to Manufacturers (those businesses who make something). The Leicestershire Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is led by East Midlands Chamber. It unites local manufacturers, enabling...
EMC: Start of the Lean Manufacturing Programme
Lean Manufacturing is vital for improving efficiency, reducing waste, and boosting productivity in manufacturing businesses. This free webinar series equips SME owners, Directors, Senior Managers, and Supervisors with tools to drive business growth, operational improvements, and long-term cost management...
Leicestershire Manufacturing Network
Before you book: Please note these networks are only open to Manufacturers (those businesses who make something). For all other enquiries please contact EMMN@emc-dnl.co.uk The Leicestershire Manufacturing Network forms part of the umbrella East Midlands Manufacturing Network which is...
Innovate UK: Cross-Sector Battery Showcase – Advancing Innovation Across Industries – 2025
Following the success of its inaugural showcase event in March 2024, the Cross-Sector Battery Systems Innovation Network is holding its 2nd in-person industry showcase on the 19th of March 2025 in Leicester. This Showcase will link the battery supply...
Leicester Innovation Festival 2025: Empowering Local Manufacturing
Leicester Innovation Festival 2025: Empowering Local Manufacturing Day 2 of the Leicester Innovation Festival 2025 closes with an online session from Loughborough Business School where we will share the findings of the InterAct programme: InterAct is a £4.4 million,...
