Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA Advanced Manufacturing Expo

Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA Advanced Manufacturing Expo

Get ready for a hands-on experience at the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA Advanced Manufacturing Expo!

By Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA

Date and time

Tuesday, March 25 · 9am - 4pm EDT

Location

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Cranberry

910 Sheraton Drive Mars, PA 16046

Agenda

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Exhibits Open

Featured Exhibitors include: Abbott Furnace Company, CACH Labor, Carbinite Metal Coatings, InCap, JBM Technologies, Leading Marks, NEFF Automation, and PSA Systems. For a complete list of exhibitors...

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Keynote - The Toyota Tools for Work and Life

David Newberry, Toyota WV

Join David Newberry, a Production Engineering Senior Manager at Toyota WV for an overview of lessons learned at Toyota that lead to both employee and personal success. Using personal antidotes and ke...

11:00 AM - 11:40 AM

Aspen Breakout #1: AI in Manufacturing: Incremental Wins for Smaller Teams

Rick Oppedisano, Delta Bravo AI

Small and medium-sized manufacturers face the same operational challenges as larger companies—improving quality, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency—but with fewer resources, tighter budgets, a...

11:00 AM - 11:40 AM

Birch Breakout #1: Innovating Small Assembly Robot Integration Concepts

Chris Elston, Yamaha Robotics Group

The integration of robotic control into PLC ladder logic represents a significant advancement in automation technology, providing engineers with a more efficient and user-friendly method of managing ...

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Lunch (Registration Required)

1:00 PM - 1:40 PM

Aspen Breakout #2: Manufacturing a Nightmare: Cybersecurity Risks & Fixes

Leia Kupris Shilobod, CompliancyIT

Manufacturers may think they are just like any other company when it comes to concerns with cybersecurity, but they actually have particular vulnerabilities they might not even think about – or know ...

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Birch Breakout #2: The Business Case for Automation

John Bridgen, Precision Cobotics

This interactive presentation will talk about the business case for automation beyond the typical labor savings. We will also share lessons learned in automation from my over 25 years of experience...

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Aspen Breakout #3: Lean AI: Ensuring Safety & Efficacy in Modern Applications

Justin, Fischgrund, Fischgrund Consulting

Marek Hajn, Fischgrund Consulting

This presentation will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI), its foundational principles, and its practical applications across industries such as R...

2:00 AM - 2:40 PM

Birch Breakout #3: A practical guide to part feeding systems

Rob Mertens, Pickit 3D

Part feeding is an essential process for any manufacturing company. Automation for part feeding has historically been dominated by dedicated mechanical feeding solutions. In recent years however, rob...

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

Aspen Breakout #4: Revolutionizing Knowledge Management in Manufacturing

Shai Eisen, Korra AI USA, Inc

Modern manufacturing is built on vast amounts of institutional knowledge, yet many organizations struggle with capturing, organizing, and leveraging this critical information effectively. This sessio...

3:00 PM - 3:40 PM

Birch Breakout #4: Flexible, Low-Cost Industry Recognized Training

Francis Cartieri, Community College of Allegheny County

Justin Starr, Community College of Allegheny County

Discover how easy it can be to establish collaborations between secondary schools, employers, and community colleges – including free equipment, training and certification for students and profession...

About this event

  • Event lasts 7 hours
  • Free venue parking

Welcome to the Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA Advanced Manufacturing Expo! Join us at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Cranberry for a day filled with cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, and networking opportunities. This in-person event is a must-attend for anyone in the manufacturing industry looking to stay ahead of the curve. Discover the latest trends, connect with industry experts, and explore new possibilities for your business. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in the world of advanced manufacturing!

Organized by

Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA

The Pittsburgh Chapter NTMA is a regional chapter of the National Tooling & Machining Association and a leading organization dedicated to supporting the precision manufacturing industry in the tri-state Pittsburgh region.

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