The UK Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Industry Gets Down to Business at TCT 3Sixty.
The UK additive manufacturing and 3D printing community convened on 7-8th June at the NEC, Birmingham for two exciting days full of business conversations and innovation.
The event saw thousands of visitors, nearly 200 exhibitors and 100 speakers come together with industry developments and practical applications of 3D printing and additive manufacturing the focal point of two intense days of collaboration.
The event has been widely praised by exhibitors who were delighted with the return on their investment at the show.
Aberdeenshire based OEM, Defiant3D, launched its new Defiant200 metal additive manufacturing system live on the show floor. Gary Cairns, Defiant3D advocated exhibiting saying "it was hugely worthwhile. There's no way I would have had access or exposure to the huge range of individuals I met over the past couple of days."
Nano Dimension's Fabrica launched their new Giga printer, with Zvika Cohen, Head of Fabrica part of the Nano Dimension Group stating "the UK market is very important because there is a lot of interesting industries."
Exhibitors, from established regulars to start-ups, were impressed with both the footfall and the quality of the visitors who were genuinely interested in understanding how additive manufacturing and 3D printing can transform their organisations.
Avi Cohen, VP Global Sales, Massivit commented "TCT UK is one of the best shows that covers the whole UK market. It's an excellent manufacturing prototyping and 3D printing event. We attend every year and we recommend it highly, it's more and more busy. We love the audience. It's the perfect professional teams that are coming, excellent prospects!"
Justin Cunningham, European Marketing Manager, Stratasys added that TCT 3Sixty brings "real laser focus on an additive manufacturing. I don't think there's any other exhibition that brings all of the major players together in the UK. And I think that's the USP of TCT."
Peter Harris, Additive Manufacturing Manager for Matsuura Machinery summed up the show saying "Great customers, great conversations. What we're finding is really big brands, big customers that are genuinely interested in additive."
Exhibitors were excited to talk to groups of decision makers from the likes of JLR, Airbus, Collins Aerospace, Caterpillar, BAE Systems, Alstom, Depuy, GKN and many more.
Christina Belenky, Marketing Director at Quickparts said "The calibre of the leads that we've gotten has been astounding. We've gotten real decision makers, people who have actual projects and ready to do business with us right away. So, the amount of time that we've been on this show floor versus, you know, calling people over the phone or trying to make appointments, it's just surpassed that by leaps and bounds."
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group, owners of TCT commented, "Amidst an interesting time for the industry from a global point of view it is absolutely fantastic to see so much real business being done at TCT 3Sixty. TCT has been the home of additive manufacturing and 3D printing in the UK for over twenty-five years and this event underlines that it is still the event that UK manufacturing attends to learn about these exciting technologies."
TCT 3Sixty will return to the NEC on 5-6th June 2024.
About TCT 3Sixty: 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Intelligence
TCT 3Sixty is the UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event. TCT 3Sixty goes beyond simply raising awareness and adoption of these exciting technologies. It is focused on developing a 360-degree understanding of the potential of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology to increase utilisation at all stages of design, engineering and manufacturing.
This focus on real-world applications and targeted intelligence and information aligned with the complete range of technology on the show floor will create an innovative event experience with networking opportunities, practical takeaways and highly focused content to help designers, engineers and buyers evaluate, adopt and optimise their additive requirements.
Next year's show will be at the NEC, Birmingham, on 5-6th June 2024.
The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
2023 Winners Announced: Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards in Association with Med-Tech Innovation
Last night saw the winners announced at the Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards Ceremony.
Over 200 industry professionals gathered to celebrate the winners of these prestigious awards. The sold-out, three-course dinner was held at the National Conference Centre Birmingham, complete with celebrity host JJ Chalmers.
This year’s awards recognised a multitude of achievements and outstanding contributions to life sciences. The night saw 12 winners in total, alongside 12 projects and organisations recognised who were highly commended.
The seven Medilink UK winners were chosen from an exclusive shortlist comprised entirely of winners from each of the regional Medilink awards.
The Med-Tech Innovation award winners were chosen by an independent judging panel, who represent key stakeholders from across the supply chain. The panel was tasked with assessing each entry in each of the five categories on the merit of their contribution to the medical device engineering supply chain.
After a busy first day at Med-Tech Innovation Expo (the UK and Ireland’s leading showcase for medical device design and manufacturing technology), guests enjoyed a three-course, black-tie dinner, drinks and entertainment.
Bill Cruise, Chairman, Medilink UK commented, “The Medilink UK Awards have once again been a tremendous success, and I offer my congratulations to all of the award winners, highly commended and finalists. There has been a wonderful energy in the room, and it’s been great to see so many people from across the country coming together again to celebrate the exceptional achievements and contributions to the life sciences sector. Our host, JJ Chalmers, speaking on his personal connection to the life-changing work of our finalists, really brought home the importance of innovation within our sector.
As a national industry support organisation, Medilink UK is pleased to work with our companies, adding value by helping them, and the life science sector as a whole, to grow, both nationally and internationally. We are proud to be contributing to their success, and I am confident that each of the companies who are here tonight will go on to do amazing things.”
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group commented, "What a fantastic night of celebration, we couldn't have asked for a better host than JJ Chalmers, whose inspirational speech and charisma helped to make the night such a success! We are proud to have partnered with Medilink UK once again to help celebrate these incredible achievements made in the life sciences and medical technology industries, a huge congratulations to all of tonight's winners, runners up and finalists!"
Winners and highly commended entries from each category were as below.
Medilink UK Categories:
Advances in Digital Healthcare Award - Sponsored by Med-Tech Innovation Expo
Winner: XR Therapeutics
XR Therapeutics is a start-up company, spun out of Newcastle University, which has been based on over 9 years of clinical and academic research. Their innovative service combines traditional CBT with gradual exposure therapy to treat phobias and situation-specific anxiety. By combining state of the art VR technology with clinical expertise, XR Therapeutics can support people to live a life without limits.
Highly Commended: Evergreen Life (Penguin)
Delivering Innovation in Health and Care Award- Sponsored by Quad OEM
Winner: Definition Health
Definition Health provides industry-leading solutions to the adoption of digital healthcare with its innovative web-based apps designed to re-focus care back on the patient and optimise hospital workflows. Their secure two-way information exchange system offers patients personalised support and education at every stage of the journey, resulting in better patient outcomes, cost savings, increased efficiency and ultimately reducing surgery waiting lists.
Highly Commended: Llusern Scientific
Export Achievement Award - Sponsored by GetMet
Winner: SEDA Pharmaceutical
Seda maximises value through integrated Pharmaceutical Development and Clinical Pharmacology expertise, enabling the rapid and efficient development of optimal medicinal products. Seda provides the experience and expertise found in the development functions of major pharmaceutical companies but with the speed and flexibility required by fast moving biotechs, and are also winner of the Department of International Trade’s UK Life Sciences Innovators Showcase.
Highly Commended: Paxman
Innovation Award - Sponsored by Neucin Design
Winner: Synopsis
Synopsis enables hospitals to manage the entire pre-operative assessment digitally, removing the paper trail, increasing data security, and delivering significant organisational benefits. Their platform supports hospitals to increase patient throughput and theatre utilisation whilst reducing cancellation rates and risk. The Synopsis platform has been used to complete over 300,000 digital pre-operative assessments, contributing to an average saving of £1.4m per NHS Trust, per annum.
Highly Commended: MolEndoTech Ltd
Outstanding Achievement Award - Sponsored by MedTalk Podcast
Winner: Creo Medical
Creo Medical is an advanced energy, electrosurgical med-tech company that develops and commercialises technologies and medical devices that enable minimally invasive procedures. Their CROMA platform, powered by Kamaptive, their multi-patented, full-spectrum adaptive advanced energy source, provides clinicians with increased flexibility, precision and controlled surgical solutions.
This technology, combined with the Group’s range of unique electrosurgical devices, is facilitating a paradigm shift from surgery to minimally invasive endoscopic treatment.
Highly Commended: EthOss Regeneration Ltd
Partnership between Academia and Business - Sponsored by PBC-UK
Winner: Neuronostics and Peninsula Medical School, University of Plymouth
Supported by an Innovate UK award and two subsequent NIHR grants, Neuronostics have partnered with the University of Plymouth on the development of patented digital biomarker, BioEP. BioEP is a cloud-based platform with applications in the diagnosis, prognosis and management of epilepsy, indicating the risk of future seizures from routinely acquired clinical imaging data such as EEG.
Highly Commended: NuVision Biotherapies and College of Health and Life Sciences, Optometry & Vision Science Research Group (OVSRG), Aston University
Start Up Award - Sponsored by Med-Tech Innovation News
Winner: MetalloBio
MetalloBio is a University of Sheffield spin-out company developing a novel antimicrobial platform technology to both treat and prevent pathogenic bacterial infections. The platform is being developed as a systemic antimicrobial and a coating for medical devices. The compounds that underpin the platform are entirely novel, active on resistant pathogens and, when incorporated into polymeric materials, the coatings are fifteen times more active than any coating available on the market.
Highly Commended: Copner Biotech Ltd
Med-Tech Innovation Categories:
The 3D Printing Award - Sponsored by The TCT Group
Winner: Boston Micro Fabrication, in partnership with IMcoMET
IMcoMET has developed a technology based on microfluidics and microneedles which allows the microenvironment of the tumour and all its components to be physically removed, in order to then be replaced with healthy tissue.
Highly Commended: Bond3D
Connected Health Award - Sponsored by Intertek
Winner: CIONIC
Bionic clothing which combines sensing, analysis, and augmentation into a wearable garment. It was created to improve mobility for people with foot drop and leg muscle weakness brought on by multiple sclerosis, stroke, cerebral palsy, and other conditions.
Highly Commended: Boston Scientific
Design Award - Sponsored by Med-Tech Innovation News
Winner: ASPIVIX
Carevix is a cervical stabiliser device that uses a delicate suction technology to secure the cervix, with the patient’s comfort always in mind and without compromising on performance. Carevix offers the same manoeuvrability as the traditional tenaculum but without the need to perforate the tissue.
Highly Commended: Pd-m International
Materials Innovation Award - Sponsored by MPN News
Winner: FLEXcon
FLEXcon’s OMNI-WAVE is a disruptive technology that will result in cost savings for medical electrode and wearable device manufacturers while providing a better experience for patients. OMNI-WAVE utilises a skin-friendly, conductive adhesive which eliminates hydrogel-related skin reactions for patients who are sensitive to hydrogel.
Highly Commended: OGM Medical
Sustainability Award - Sponsored by Kirsktall Precision Engineering
Winner: SageTech Medical + Hymid Multi-Shot Ltd, SID-Solutions sustainable anaesthesia
SageTech Medical have developed SID-Solutions; a circular economy solution for capturing, recovering and recycling environmentally harmful waste volatile anaesthetic gases.
Highly Commended: Airway Medical
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Notes for the Editor
The prestigious Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards in association with Med-Tech Innovation comprises seven national Medilink UK awards and five Med-Tech Innovation awards.
The medical sector in the UK continues to thrive and innovate and these awards celebrate the outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the previous year.
Alongside the seven national Medilink UK awards winners, five Med-Tech Innovation awards in the categories of 3D Printing, Connected Health, Materials Innovation, Design and Sustainability were announced reflecting areas where manufacturers are pioneering new territories and breaking new ground.
The annual sell-out gala dinner is an industry highlight, with over 200 professionals from across the industry coming to celebrate with the winners, network with peers and share their pride in the industry.
Med-Tech Innovation is owned by Rapid Medtech Communications Ltd. The Medilink UK Business Healthcare Awards are operated under license by Rapid Medtech Communications Ltd
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PR 2023 - TCT 3Sixty - 30/05/2023The UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event, TCT 3Sixty will take place on June 7-8 at the NEC, Birmingham.
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The Home of Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing in the UK, TCT 3Sixty, opens in one week.
The UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event, TCT 3Sixty will take place on 7-8th June at the NEC, Birmingham.
This year’s event brings the best of 3D printing and additive manufacturing technology from around the world, from almost 200 exhibitors, along with a host of conference sessions and features designed to elevate UK Manufacturing’s adoption of the technology.
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group, owners of TCT, commented: “Our 2023 edition, in its new regular June timeslot, has more exhibitors and more products on the show floor than last year, a broader conference programme, and an array of exciting features too.
“Over the two days, prospective visitors will be able to get their hands on technology, learn and hear from experts, advance their knowledge and discover the next steps in their additive strategy. Whether you are evaluating the technology for the first time, adopting it into your business or looking to optimise existing equipment that you have, you will find insights and solutions to help move you forward.”
Exciting elements visitors will find at the show include:
The World's Best FREE 3D Printing & AM Conference
This year the conference will deliver compelling 3D printing and AM insights, across 4 stages. Almost 100 speakers with over 1,000 years of 3D printing & additive manufacturing experience will inspire the TCT 3Sixty audience with a world-class programme that will supercharge knowledge and usage of the technologies. Confirmed speaker organisations include Ocado, Deutsche Bahn, Gola Classics, JCB and Boston Consulting. There are also specialist sessions from TCT Knowledge Partners: AMUK, PrintCity and DfAM Network.
TCT Introducing Stage
TCT 3Sixty has a dedicated stage for new product launches and UK firsts. The TCT Introducing Stage will feature presentations from Nexa3D, Massivit, Ricoh, Nano Dimension, EOS, Ultimaker and Wayland Additive.
TCT Inspired Minds powered by CREATE Education
As part of TCT’s ongoing mission to inspire and educate the next generation in the world of manufacturing, TCT Inspired Minds will take place during the exhibition. In collaboration with education partner CREATE Education Project, TCT Inspired Minds works to provide T-Level college students access to a variety of technologies and training relating to additive manufacturing (AM).
TCT Awards – 7th June
On 7th June 2023 the 3D printing and additive manufacturing community will come together to celebrate the technology innovations and application developments at the TCT Awards 2023. The black-tie event, hosted by former F1 driver Johnny Herbert, will also celebrate the TCT Women in 3D Printing Innovator Award, the TCT Hall of Fame and the Sanjay Mortimer Foundation Rising Star Award.
TCT UK User Group – 6th June
In an effort to address the challenges that are stifling additive manufacturing adoption in the UK, and in response to ongoing feedback and demand for an active additive manufacturing and 3D printing user discussion forum in the UK, the TCT Group are delighted to announce the inaugural TCT UK User Group meeting. This exclusive and FREE (for the first year and for invited guests only) event promises a deep dive into the roadblocks hampering AM adoption by providing a range of opportunities for debate and knowledge exchange.
TCT Knowledge Bar
The TCT Knowledge Bar, powered by Additive Manufacturing UK (AMUK), is an opportunity to speak 1-on-1 with a selection of experts from the UK's additive manufacturing community. Many of these experts are helping to shape AMUK, which is the new trade association for the sector. At the TCT Knowledge Bar delegates will also be able to learn more about AMUK and why you should become a member.
The Market in View
Whether visitors are in the evaluation stage, ready to buy equipment or looking to optimise usage they can be sure that exciting displays from 3D Systems, Additive X, BMF, DMG Mori, EOS, Formlabs, HP, JEOL, Laser Lines, Massivit, Matsuura, Nexa 3D, Raplas, Ricoh, Revopoint, Scott Bader, Solid Print, Tri-Tech 3D and more will help them decide what process and what machine they need.
Everyone who registers will receive complimentary access to the Event Hub to plan their visit, and to select which exhibitors to visit, which speakers to see and who to network with.
Already companies such as Amazon, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Dyson, MOD, BT, GSK, Airbus, Jaguar LandRover, Network Rail, Dr Martens, Becton Dickinson, Unliever, Honeywell Aerospace and Siemens. These businesses see huge value in attending and learning at TCT3Sixty. Join them!
The TCT UK User Group will take place at the Toute Suite, NEC on 6 June 2023.
TCT 3Sixty will take place in Hall 1 of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK, from 7-8 June 2023.
About TCT 3Sixty and TCT UK User Group – 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Intelligence
TCT 3Sixty is the UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event. As the TCT Group’s flagship event, TCT 3Sixty goes beyond simply raising awareness and adoption of these exciting technologies. It is focused on developing a 360-degree understanding of the potential of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology to increase utilisation at all stages of design, engineering and manufacturing.
This focus on real-world applications and targeted intelligence and information aligned with the complete range of technology on the show floor will create an innovative event experience with networking opportunities, practical takeaways and highly focused content to help designers, engineers and buyers evaluate, adopt and optimise their additive requirements.
TCT UK User Group is an exclusive, invite only one-day event that will take a deep dive into the issues that prevent AM being widely adopted along with providing a range of opportunities for knowledge exchange for participants.
The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
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PR 2023 - Med-Tech Conference - 26/05/2023The medical design and manufacturing community will gather in Birmingham on June 7-8 at the NEC, Birmingham with Government officials taking a prominent role on the programme to demonstrate the importance of the sector to the UK economy and to underline the UK as a global science superpower.
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Government offices to set out UK medtech vision and strategy at Med-Tech Innovation Expo and Conference at NEC, Birmingham.
The medical device design and manufacturing community will gather in Birmingham on 7-8 June at the NEC, Birmingham with Government officials taking a prominent role on the programme to demonstrate the importance of the sector to the UK economy and to underline the UK as a global science superpower. Alongside this there are also a range of exciting “must see” elements that visitors to the event will not want to miss.
Med-Tech Innovation Conference
The Med-Tech Innovation Conference is the UK’s key annual summit for medical device OEMs, with a CPD-accredited programme that offers thought leadership and strategy from across the medtech sector, alongside latest developments, challenges, and ways of bringing the latest medical technology innovations to market.
Day 1 this year opens with the Office for Life Sciences and the Department for Health and Social Care outlining the UK vision and strategy, Day 2 opens with a conversation between Johnson & Johnson MedTech UK and Barts Health NHS Trust. Alongside them visitors will be able to learn from Pennine Healthcare, Boston Scientific, NIHR, SBRI Healthcare and Innovate UK.
The programme also features award winning medical device designers, a panel session from experts on the future of the developing regulatory landscape and inventors of cutting-edge innovations alongside sessions on partnerships with the NHS, intellectual property and supply chains.
Exciting Product Launches and Demonstrations
Numerous product launches and firsts will take their place alongside more than 150 leading exhibitors representing the complete medical device and manufacturing supply chain, with exciting displays from Boddingtons, Shawpak, PolarSeal, Masterflow, BioInteractions, JEB Technologies and more.
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group, organisers of Med-Tech Innovation Expo, said: "We’re pleased there is a growing recognition from Government about the importance of this sector to the UK economy and to our social and economic prosperity. It underlines the growing importance of Med-Tech Innovation Expo as a platform for the UK medtech sector, and we look forward to another successful edition in Birmingham.”
Supporting the UK's Leading Medtech Start-ups
The Start-up Zone, sponsored by NIHR, SBRI Healthcare and Innovate UK, will be a hive of innovation and new technology, with start-ups, spinouts, research projects, non-profits and small businesses bringing their products to market. Visitors will also find start-ups at PITCH which brings together the world’s leading, early-stage medtech companies for a live on-stage accelerator-style pitching session.
Introducing Health-Tech Stage
The Introducing Health-Tech Stage covers every aspect of the medical device supply chain, giving attendees the opportunity to get a flavour of the best engineering technology from the show floor as well as a look at the future.
Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards
Taking place on 7th June, these prestigious Awards, held in association with Med-Tech Innovation, celebrates the outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the past year.
Wood concludes: “There is so much to see and learn from at the show this year. With the breadth of innovation and insights on offer, we know that everyone will leave the show armed with new concepts, ideas and solutions to help them design and manufacture ever more innovative patient solutions.”
Med-Tech Innovation Expo is the UK and Ireland’s leading event for medical device design and manufacturing technology.
Med-Tech Innovation Expo brings together designers, engineers, innovators and manufacturers from across the medical and healthcare sectors to explore new ideas, understand emerging technologies, and source innovative products and services from companies representing the complete medical device and manufacturing supply chain.
Visitors from the medical engineering and manufacturing community will be able to see the entire spectrum of advanced technology, materials and solutions for concept, design and validation and manufacture including packaging, extrusion and moulding, automation, materials, medical electronics, medical plastics, design, sterilisation, components, testing and inspection, sensors, surface technology, manufacturing equipment & contract services.
Med-Tech Innovation Expo will take place in Hall 2 of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK, from 7-8 June 2023. It will be co-located alongside TCT 3Sixty, Subcon, The Engineer Live, Manufacturing Management Live, Machinery Live, Automechanika Birmingham, Automotive Supply Chain Forum, Smart Factory Expo, Drives & Controls, Design & Engineering Expo and Maintec.
Med-Tech Innovation Expo is owned by Rapid Medtech Communications Ltd part of Rapid News Group. For further information visit: www.med-techexpo.com
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Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards and Med-Tech Innovation Awards
The Medilink UK and Med-Tech finalists have been announced and they are made up of a wide variety of interesting projects with truly ground-breaking developments in medical technology and the very best contributions to the life sciences industry over the past year.
The prestigious Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards, held in association with Med-Tech Innovation, celebrates the outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the past year.
The Medilink National Awards finalists comprise the winners of each of the Medilink regional awards, making the national awards ceremony the thrilling culmination of a year-long competition.
The winners will be announced at the Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards Ceremony on 7th June 2023 which will take place at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, UK.
The evening also celebrates the Med-Tech Innovation Awards which commend innovations in medical technology.
There is a fantastic array of finalists this year, including Boston Micro Fabrication, AstraZeneca, PerkinElmer, Spirit Health, Creo Medical, JointMedica and many more.
An annual, black-tie celebration of outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the past year. This is set to be an exciting evening of celebration. It's a fabulous networking opportunity with over 250 industry professionals sharing their pride in the industry.
The support from the industry shows just how heralded these awards are. The Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards, held in association with Med-Tech Innovation, are proud to be supported by a fantastic group of individual category sponsors from across the industry. These sponsors include Quad OEM, GetMet, Neucin Design, PBC-UK, Intertek and Kirkstall Precision Engineering.
The prestigious Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards in association with Med-Tech Innovation comprises seven national MedilinkUK awards and five Med-Tech Innovation awards.
The medical sector in the UK continues to thrive and innovate and these awards will celebrate the outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the previous year.
Alongside the seven national MedilinkUK awards winners, five Med-Tech Innovation awards in the categories of 3D Printing, Connected Health, Materials Innovation, Design and Sustainability will be announced reflecting areas where manufacturers are pioneering new territories and breaking new ground.
The annual sell-out gala dinner is an industry highlight, with 250 professionals from across the industry coming to celebrate with the winners, network with peers and share their pride in the industry.
Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards in association with Med-Tech Innovation will take place at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham UK, on 7th June 2023.
Med-Tech Innovation is owned by Rapid Medtech Communications Ltd. The Medilink UK Business Healthcare Awards are operated under license by Rapid Medtech Communications Ltd
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TCT Awards 2023 Finalists include Ground-Breaking Innovative Developments!
The 2023 TCT Awards finalists have been announced and they are made up of a wide variety of interesting projects with truly ground-breaking developments within 3D printing and additive manufacturing innovation.
TCT Awards is an important, annual celebration of the very best innovations and applications of 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing technology globally.
It allows the industry to take stock and really appreciate how far we are progressing, both in terms of technological innovation and the applications of these technologies across a vast range of industry verticals including medical, automotive, consumer products, industrial products, and the creative arts.
This year TCT Awards, sponsored by HP, received 140 high quality applications across eleven categories. The independent panel of judges, formed of over twenty industry experts from across the globe, use a rigorous judging process which considers both the uniqueness and impact of the innovation, as well as how the use of AM technologies has enhanced the project in areas such as cost and time reduction, fitness for purpose, and social, environmental, educational, and business impacts.
The very best use cases of ground-breaking technologies are collaborative projects, and the TCT Awards recognises the partners in a project from designers and engineers to technology providers
There is a fantastic group of TCT Awards finalists this year, including global names such as Microsoft, European Space Agency, Marvel Studios, Swarovski, Boston Scientific and many more.
The successful candidates will be announced at the TCT Awards Ceremony on 7th June 2023 which will take place at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, UK. This is set to be an exciting evening of celebration. It's a fabulous networking opportunity with over 250 industry professionals sharing their pride in the industry.
An annual black-tie celebration of the very best innovations and applications of 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing technology globally.
TCT are delighted that the TCT Awards host this year is F1 sporting legend Johnny Herbert.
Throughout his incredible career in F1, Johnny was at the forefront of the sport, testing himself against some true greats like Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, Damon Hill and Nigel Mansell. Involved in all types of motor racing Johnny has enjoyed particular success at LeMans 24 Hours, winning the title in 1991.
Now retired from Grand Prix racing, Johnny continues to promote the sport. He was a regular contributor on Sky Sports F1 for eleven years, where he regularly offered post-race analysis for the channel and also appeared on the dedicated F1 show.
TCT Awards are proud to be supported by a fantastic group of sponsors from across the industry. From their Gold Sponsor, HP, to their individual category sponsors including Nano Dimension, Revopoint, Metrom, 3D Micro Print, Jeol, and Polygonica, the support from the industry shows just how heralded these awards are.
For further information or to purchase tickets please visit www.tctawards.com
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Notes for the Editor
Celebrating 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Innovation
TCT has always existed at the intersection of technology and applications, and the TCT Awards reflects this position. Celebrating the innovators, technologies and collaborators behind the leading examples of additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering across the globe.
The very best use cases of ground-breaking technologies are collaborative projects – and the TCT Awards recognises the partners in a project from designers and engineers to technology providers.
In 2023, TCT Awards will once again celebrate 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing innovation across a range of industries including medical, aerospace, automotive and consumer products. Technology innovations will also be in the spotlight along with further inductees to the prestigious and coveted TCT Hall of Fame.
The TCT Awards 2023 ceremony will be held on 7th June 2023 at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering technology for 30 years.
A rich mix of live events and all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America and Asia. The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
PR 2023 - TCT 3Sixty Conference - 09/05/2023Almost 100 technical presentations will help industry professionals evaluate, adopt and optimise Additive Manufacturing for their organisation.
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Additive Manufacturing Experts from Ocado, Lego, JCB and Natural History Museum Set to Share Technical Insights at TCT 3Sixty 2023
Almost 100 technical presentations will help industry professionals evaluate, adopt and optimise Additive Manufacturing for their organisation.
TCT 3Sixty, the UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event, is returning to Birmingham’s NEC on June 7-8, 2023.
The event brings together market leading technology suppliers, brilliant service companies and this year the largest FREE additive manufacturing and 3D printing conference on the planet.
The program runs across four stages during the two days of the event and covers a wide range of subjects.
Attendees will be able to hear first-hand from additive manufacturing users such as Ocado, JCB, Collins Aerospace, Natural History Museum, Lego Group, LISI Aerospace, Boston Consulting and this year Oscar winning Mackinnon & Saunders will also tell their story.
The programme also features the latest cutting-edge research from some of the world’s best including Fraunhofer Institute, University of Bristol, University of Birmingham, University of Toledo, University Carlos III of Madrid and Anglia Ruskin University.
Knowledge partners Additive Manufacturing UK, DfAM Network and PrintCity will also run specialist sessions during the program focused on examples of how to adopt the technologies and design for additive manufacturing.
Duncan Wood, CEO, Rapid News Publications Ltd commented, “The 2023 programme is the best we have ever assembled in the UK. Almost 100 speakers with a combined industry experience of almost 1,000 years will contribute to the programme. You cannot get that quality of learning for free anywhere else on the planet” “We are often asked why the programme is free at our UK event, and it is simple. We see this as the best way to drive the UK market forward. By removing the barriers to learning and enabling access to the knowledge base we have here and overseas, we can supercharge adoption and increase the usage of these amazing technologies across all sectors of industry in the UK. For that reason, 2023 offers greater value from visiting TCT 3Sixty than ever before. We look forward to welcoming the additive community to Birmingham for this unsurpassed learning opportunity.”
TCT 3Sixty will take place in Hall 1 of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK, from 7-8 June 2023.
TCT 3Sixty is the UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event. As the TCT Group’s flagship event, TCT 3Sixty goes beyond simply raising awareness and adoption of these exciting technologies. It is focused on developing a 360-degree understanding of the potential of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology to increase utilisation at all stages of design, engineering and manufacturing.
This focus on real-world applications and targeted intelligence and information aligned with the complete range of technology on the show floor will create an innovative event experience with networking opportunities, practical takeaways and highly focused content to help designers, engineers and buyers evaluate, adopt and optimise their additive requirements.
The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
PR - TCT Awards Sanjay Mortimer Foundation Rising Star Award
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19th April 2023, Chester, UK
Introducing the Sanjay Mortimer Rising Star Award!
TCT are delighted to be collaborating with the Sanjay Mortimer Foundation (SMF) to present the Sanjay Mortimer Foundation Rising Star Award.
In its inaugural year, this award will recognise an up-and-coming neurodivergent young person who has the potential to contribute greatly towards the engineering industry.
The SMF aims to help these neurodiverse individuals, interested in engineering and making, realise where their talents and strengths lie. Enabling them to shape their perceived belief in their engineering abilities, thus building self-esteem and increasing interest in engineering.
Find out more about the SMF at www.sanjaymortimerfoundation.org/
Teula Bradshaw, Executive Director of the Sanjay Mortimer Foundation stated, "The SMF are extremely grateful to TCT for collaborating with them on this Rising Star Award. Sharing our mission of ‘Helping those with neurodiverse minds recognise their strengths and talents through engineering’ is at the core of our strategy. This award will help us find these unique individuals, with a love of making, and enable them to build their self-esteem and realise their potential"
To qualify for entry, the following criteria must be met:
A young person between the age of 18-25 years old.
Resident in England or Wales.
Must be neurodivergent.
Must find enjoyment from engineering and/or making, in this case, specifically 3D Printing.
The judges will be looking for candidates who find enjoyment, creativity, and/or an outlet in 3D printing. They’d like to understand how each candidate discovered 3D printing and the extent of their passion for it.
The winning entrant will receive a Prusa 3D printer to help support their journey into Engineering, plus the opportunity to be apply to become an SMF Star, providing access to grants, training and more.
The successful candidate will be announced at the TCT Awards Ceremony on 7th June 2023 which will take place at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, UK. This is set to be an exciting evening of celebration. It's a fabulous networking opportunity with over 250 industry professionals sharing their pride in the industry.
An annual black-tie celebration of the very best innovations and applications of 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing technology globally. Advance purchase tickets are now available for the TCT Awards.
Celebrating 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Innovation
TCT has always existed at the intersection of technology and applications, and the TCT Awards reflects this position. Celebrating the innovators, technologies and collaborators behind the leading examples of additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering across the globe.
The very best use cases of ground-breaking technologies are collaborative projects – and the TCT Awards recognises the partners in a project from designers and engineers to technology providers.
In 2023, TCT Awards will once again celebrate 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing innovation across a range of industries including medical, aerospace, automotive and consumer products. Technology innovations will also be in the spotlight along with further inductees to the prestigious and coveted TCT Hall of Fame.
The TCT Awards 2023 ceremony will be held on 7th June 2023 at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham, UK.
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering technology for 30 years.
A rich mix of live events and all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America and Asia. The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
PR 2023 - TCT Inspired MindsAs part of TCT’s ongoing mission to inspire and educate the next generation in the world of manufacturing, we are delighted to return with TCT Inspired Minds to this year’s TCT 3Sixty event.
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12 April 2023, Chester, UK
TCT Inspired Minds Returns to TCT 3Sixty in Collaboration with CREATE Education
As part TCT’s ongoing mission to inspire and educate the next generation in the world of manufacturing, we are delighted to return with TCT Inspired Minds to this year’s TCT 3Sixty event.
In collaboration with our education partner CREATE Education Project, TCT Inspired Minds works to provide Post-16 students, specifically T Level college students access to a variety of technologies and training relating to additive manufacturing (AM).
The students will attend TCT 3Sixty and spend time learning in a classroom, sponsored by Autodesk, within the show taking part in 3D printing workshops. They will also get the opportunity to be inspired into STEAM careers by gaining insight from industry experts.
Paul Croft, Founder of The CREATE Education Project said, “I am thrilled that we have been asked to deliver these workshops as part of Inspired Minds. At CREATE Education, we want to break down the barriers between industry and education. We want to make innovation and digital creativity accessible to all students, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to enter high-quality STEAM careers of the future.”
Once the classroom element of the day is complete the students will then be free to tour the show floor at TCT 3Sixty. Here, they will feast their eyes on the latest innovations in the 3D printing and additive manufacturing world and will have the opportunity to interact and learn from 200 exhibitors.
“We are delighted to be continuing our partnership with our friends at CREATE,” said Duncan Wood, CEO, Rapid News Publications Ltd. “it was good to bring this initiative back last year post pandemic, now we want to kick on and impact and inspire more students every year. Our missions are aligned and the vision both organizations have at the leadership level is rooted in working to inspire the next generation of engineers and technologists.”
“I know the students will have a great experience this year and as a partnership we look forward to inspiring them to enter STEAM careers in their futures.”
TCT 3Sixty will take place in Hall 9 of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK, from 7-8 June 2023. For further information visit: www.tct3sixty.com
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Notes for the Editor
About Rapid News Publications Ltd & The TCT Group
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Intelligence
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering technology for 30 years.
A rich mix of live events and all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America and Asia.
By focusing on cutting edge applications, expert analysis and commentary, TCT helps designers, engineers and buyers evaluate, adopt and optimise their additive requirements.
The TCT Group mission goes beyond simply raising awareness; it is focused on developing a 360-degree understanding of the potential of additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology to increase utilisation at all stages of design, engineering and manufacturing.
The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
About The CREATE Education Project
The CREATE Education Project has a simple mission - to inspire and empower all young people to be creative, innovative and develop skills for the future by providing cutting-edge technologies to education and other youth settings. The starting point for this is 3D printing.
We are committed to bringing together game-changing technology with creative minds and inspirational content which is designed to empower teachers and youth practitioners to introduce and embed 3D printing and other exciting technology into their setting and give young people a skill set that will form part of 21st-century careers.
To ensure that all young people have this opportunity, we work collaboratively with the education sector in support of the STEAM agenda and with industry partners to understand the challenges faced so we can develop innovative solutions together with providing the best products and services that make a real difference and impact. www.createeducation.com
Today, The TCT Group have the honour of announcing the nominees for the 2023 TCT Hall of Fame.
The TCT Hall of Fame recognises and celebrates those members of the additive manufacturing and 3D printing industry who have dedicated a lifetime of research, development, innovation and promotions of the technologies.
The TCT Awards judging panel put forward their nominations of who they believe have made a significant and long-term impact, and those individuals with the most votes have been shortlisted to become our Hall of Fame nominees for 2023.
Duncan Wood, Chief Executive of Rapid News Publications Ltd stated, “It is always a supreme honour and privilege to induct new entrants to the TCT Hall of Fame at the TCT Awards. The list is a veritable who's who of industry legends and innovators, all of whom have made significant contributions to the additive manufacturing and 3D printing industry over a prolonged period of time and their impact in accelerating the adoption of the technologies is clear for all to see. This year's list is no different and I congratulate all of the nominees and wish them good luck in the ensuing process”
The nominees in alphabetical order are:
Andy Christensen – Medical Applications Specialist & Advisor Andy has spent his entire career focused on developing and expanding pioneering medical applications of 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
Diana Kalisz - Process pioneer and material specialist Diana has been part of 3D Systems for over 30 years and has been instrumental in the development of the technology, materials and its applications.
Jean-Pierre Kruth - AM researcher and process pioneer Professor Jean-Pierre Kruth has been a researcher in the AM industry for over 30 years, and founded numerous spin-outs such as Materialise, Metris and Layerwise.
Joe Beaman – Process pioneer and researcher As an academic, Professor Joseph Beaman was instrumental in the development of the selective laser sintering process, and became one of the founders and CTO of DTM Corporation.
Melissa Orme – AM researcher and application specialist As an academic over thirty years ago, Melissa developed a world renowned AM research programme resulting in 15 US patents, and is now VP of AM for The Boeing Company.
Nora Toure - AM diversity pioneer and business leader Founder and Chairwoman of the Board at Women in 3D Printing, Nora created a global network of over 30,000 members to promote and advocate for Women in AM.
The final stage of the process is for the TCT Awards Judges to vote on who they believe most deserves recognition as a member of the distinguished group.
The successful nominees will be announced at the TCT Awards Ceremony on 7th June 2023, and will join the twelve previous winners inducted into the TCT Hall of Fame.
The TCT Hall of Fame is a focal point of the TCT Awards evening that recognises those members of the additive manufacturing and 3D printing industry who have inspired and influenced industries around the world. Previous inductees to the prestigious and coveted Hall of Fame are: Chuck Hull, Hans Langer, Wilfried Vancrean, Scott Crump, Adrian Bowyer, Prof Emanuel Sachs, Dr Carl Deckard, Greg Morris, Prof Gideon Levy, Prof Phill Dickens, Terry Wohlers and our 2022 inductee Elaine Hunt.
The TCT Awards Ceremony will take place at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham, UK. This is set to be an exciting evening of celebration. It's a fabulous networking opportunity with over 250 industry professionals sharing their pride in the industry.
Tickets are now available for the TCT Awards. An annual black-tie celebration of the very best innovations and applications of 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing technology globally. Advanced purchase tickets are now available.
Celebrating 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Innovation
TCT has always existed at the intersection of technology and applications, and the TCT Awards reflects this position. Celebrating the innovators, technologies and collaborators behind the leading examples of additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering across the globe.
The very best use cases of ground-breaking technologies are collaborative projects – and the TCT Awards recognises the partners in a project from designers and engineers to technology providers.
In 2023, TCT Awards will once again celebrate 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing innovation across a range of industries including medical, aerospace, automotive and consumer products. Technology innovations will also be in the spotlight along with further inductees to the prestigious and coveted TCT Hall of Fame.
The TCT Awards 2023 ceremony will be held on 7th June 2023 at the National Conference Centre, Birmingham, UK
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering technology for 30 years.
A rich mix of live events and all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America and Asia. The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
The UK additive manufacturing and 3D printing community gathered on 8-9th June at the NEC, Birmingham for two incredible days of innovation and collaboration.
Thousands of visitors and 160 exhibitors met at the NEC to share and witness mind-blowing demonstrations of the latest developments and practical applications of 3D printing and additive manufacturing.
The two day show saw a huge number of attendees create an electric atmosphere whilst discussing the latest industry developments, networking and building longterm business partnerships. The palpable buzz of excitement in the hall suggests a bright future for the growing 3D printing and additive manufacturing sector in the UK, over the next 12 months and beyond.
Highlights of TCT 3Sixty 2022 included a CPD accredited conference programme with over 60 world-class presentations from Boston Consulting, US Air Force, Deutsche Bahn, MTC, Callum, Vital Auto, Progressive Technology and the University of Birmingham alongside panels and debates covering sustainability, quality assurance and supply chain.
TCT 3Sixty's ongoing partnership with The CREATE Education Project saw Inspired Minds return for the first time since the pandemic. Over 100 secondary school students attended TCT 3Sixty to undertake 3D printing workshops, lead by industry experts, in a purpose-built classroom on the show floor. They also had the opportunity to explore the show further and discover the many live tech demonstrations in the hall.
Well-loved 3D printing content creators, Sam Prentice and Joel Telling (3D Printing Nerd) joined the thousands of visitors at the show. Telling was more than happy to share his thoughts on the latest 3D printing and additive manufacturing technology, and delighted his many fans on the show floor with his infectious energy and passion for the sector and tech on show.
Feedback from exhibitors on the show floor was excellent. The huge popularity of the show has already seen a record re-book rate, with many exhibitors keen to secure their place on the show floor for next year as early as possible.
Yves Jamers, Sales Manager UK&I at HP Printing said: "The show is really brilliant, TCT is a show where we absolutely need to be as HP. Brilliant conversations so far, we’ve already met a couple of really interesting prospects and it’s really living up to our expectations. Our main objective is to show people how HP can make a difference in additive manufacturing. This is my second time at TCT, I really love the show here and the venue. We’re coming back next year!"
Catherine Aspinall, Marketing Manager at Tri-Tech 3D said: "TCT is THE show for us, it’s the leading additive manufacturing show in the UK...this is the one to go to so we had to be here. The show so far has been really busy, quite shocking really as we didn’t know how it was going to go, but we’ve had queues outside the door, the guys have been busy all morning – we can't complain. It's innovative, fun and exciting. It's our 6th show for TCT, we come back every year. For us, TCT is the only UK show dedicated to AM, we’d be stupid not to be here. All our customers come here, all our prospects come here and it’s nice to see other people from the industry as well. Next year, we’re looking forward to being back here again."
Feedback from visitors on the show floor was also extremely positive.
Alex Ball, Head of Imaging and Analysis at The Natural History Museum said: “TCT is important to the industry because you can get a really good snapshot of all the industries in one place – so 3D printing, 3D scanning and the software that supports all of that – to see it all in one place is unusual, and I haven’t seen it anywhere else. It’s a good melting pot for all of the different technologies that are important to the industry.”
Adam Thickett, Development Engineer at Siemens Energy said: "This was a great opportunity to engage directly with the additive manufacturing industry experts all in one place and so easily and quickly compare what is currently available."
TCT 3Sixty will return to the NEC on 7-8th June 2023.
TCT Awards 2022 - wrap PRTake a look at who won the prestigious TCT Awards 2022.
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10th June 2022, Chester, UK
A Night of Additive Excellence
2022 Winners Announced: TCT Awards
Wednesday night saw the winners announced at the TCT Awards Ceremony in Birmingham, alongside the 2020 and 2022 inductees to the prestigious TCT Hall of Fame and the Women in 3D Printing Award.
Over 200 industry professionals gathered to celebrate the winners of these prestigious awards. The sold-out, 3-course dinner was held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, with entertainment throughout and complete with celebrity host Jason Bradbury (The Gadget Show).
This year’s awards recognised a multitude of achievements and outstanding contributions to the 3D printing and additive manufacturing sector. The night saw 11 winners in total, alongside 14 projects and organisations recognised as highly commended.
The TCT Awards categories are split into two main areas: Innovations and Applications. The Innovations categories celebrate developments in additive manufacturing hardware, software, materials and post processing. The Applications categories celebrate how 3D technologies are applied to have real life improvements from financial and business to social, environmental and educational. Winners of the TCT Awards are chosen by the Expert Advisory Board, a selection of over 20 industry experts, who vote on a shortlist.
The 2020 and 2022 TCT Hall of Fame Inductees were also announced on the night. After a two year hiatus, Phill Dickens and Terry Wohlers were announced as the 2020 inductees, and Elaine Hunt was announces as the 2022 inductee. The TCT Hall of Fame celebrates those members of the additive manufacturing community who have made a positive, significant and long-term impact on the industry.
Phill Dickens has been involved in the area of what was then known as ‘rapid prototyping’ since 1990. A pioneer in additive manufacturing research and education, Phill founded the world leading Additive Manufacturing Research Group. His work both academically and industrially has unlocked additive technologies across the broad spectrum of manufacturing.
Terry Wohlers has been a leading consultant, author, and speaker in additive manufacturing for over 30 years, and is best known for producing the Wohlers Report - the undisputed industry-leading report on additive manufacturing and 3D printing worldwide.
Elaine Hunt was an early pioneer of additive manufacturing as the Director of one of the first AM University laboratories which provided industrial support for the uptake of the technologies. Elaine was a huge international advocate for education around AMand was a vocal proponent on a national and international level.
After a busy first day at TCT 3Sixty (the UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event), guests enjoyed a three-course, black-tie dinner, drinks and entertainment.
Kristin Mulherin, Women in 3D Printing President commented: "The TCT Awards event was an inspirational evening with an admirably diverse group of award recipients. It was fun seeing not only the varied awards but inspirational hearing from the new Hall of Fame inductees. It was my first time attending but certainly not my last. It was a great event highlighting the innovations across the industry and set a great tone for what’s to come."
Todd Grimm Additive Manufacturing Consultant and owner of T A Grimm & Associates added: "It was a fantastic TCT Awards ceremony - I’ve been to all of them over the years and this was the absolute best. The awards were more than well-deserved. The host, Jason Bradbury, was fantastic, a little bit of humour and he kept the whole thing vibrant. I really enjoyed it and can’t wait till 2023."
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group concluded "It was amazing to bring back the TCT Awards after the pandemic induced hiatus and an absolute privilege to induct our three newest Hall of Famers, we are looking forward to 2023 already and have some amazing development plans for the Awards to take it to new level next year, watch this space!"
Winners and highly commended entries from each category were as below.
Aerospace Application Award - Sponsored by Additive Industries
Winner: Advanced Engineering Solutions
Advanced Engineering Solutions developed an innovative compact heat exchanger with Gyroid minimal surfaces that aims to ‘revolutionize the design of helicopter oil coolers.’ Utilizing optimized 3D printed lattices as a single structure without any supports, the avionics heat exchanger offers higher structural strength, and four times better performance at half the bounding volume of its original design.
Highly Commended: CRP Technology
Consumer Product Application Award - Sponsored by Laser Lines
Winner: 3DEO.
The Era from Blackland Razors is the world’s first 3D printed production razor. Created with 3DEO's Intelligent Layering process and C.N.C machining, The Era benefits from additive-only design features and a tool-less production process which has enabled 11 designs with increased speed and design flexibility.
Highly Commended: AREVO
Creative Application Award
Winner: Polymaker
While the aesthetics of this Go-Kart were inspired by the LEGO Technics kits #1972 released in 1985, it was the electrification that required an original solution to a design that was not intended for human transportation. Desktop 3D printing and Polymaker materials were used to create all bricks to assemble the Go-Kart with only a few additional non-3D printed parts, such as motors, brakes, and electronics required.
Highly Commended: Imaginarium
Hardware Award – Non-Polymer Systems - Sponsored by Hearnshead Recruitment
Winner: WAAM3D.
Aimed at the aerospace, defence, energy and research communities, the robowam is a large scale metal AM innovation capable of processing virtually any material available in the form of wire. The huge 2 cubic meter build envelope is powered by Wam Planner software for trajectory generation and process parameters, and Wam control for process monitoring, data analysis and quality control.
Highly Commended: Desktop Metal
Hardware Award – Polymer Systems
Winner: Boston Micro Fabrication.
Boston Micro Fabrication’s microArch S.2.30 platform is capable of printing up to five times faster than its previous models in the 2 micrometer series. Designed to produce micro parts with tight tolerances, the microArch S.2.30 uses active layer levelling, automated laser calibration and has the capacity to handle higher molecular weight materials with viscosities of up to 20,000 centipoise. This allows for the production of strong, functional parts.
Highly Commended: Cubicure and MASSIVit 3D.
Healthcare Application Award - Sponsored by Apium
Winner: Ricoh 3D.
Designed specifically for additive manufacturing, this knee alignment device boasts improved stability with a larger contact area and an improved fit with a more organic shape that is in line with patient’s anatomy. It also features a reference datum arrow to allow for accurate placement on a patient, which means fitting is simpler and can be reproduced effectively. Using 3D printing, Ricoh 3D took lead times down from weeks to days and also achieved a 50 percent part consolidation.
Highly Commended: Apium Additive
Industrial Application Award
Winner: Cold Pad.
This heavy-duty bonded mechanical fastener is designed for concrete surfaces. To achieve the required anti-seismic performances, the fastener has to accommodate the occurrence of a crack into the concrete. In order to give sufficient flexibility transversely and to achieve a relative high stiffness in tension, a 3D printed intermediate deformation layer is introduced between the metallic fastener and the concrete surface. The 3D pattern repetitive micro-structures generate the required macroscopic anisotropy.
Highly Commended: SLM Solutions and PepsiCo.
Materials Award - Sponsored by Righton Blackburn
Winner: Fortify
The first photoresin on the market designed for thermal management applications that require electrical insulation, T.C.D.R has a thermal conductivity of up to 2 watts per meter Kelvin and dielectric strengths over 27 kilovolts per millimetre. Because of its dielectric strength, T.C.D.R can print parts like heat sinks and heat exchangers that are placed directly against electronic equipment such as batteries, printed circuit boards and R.F devices.
Highly Commended: 6K Additive.
Post Processing Award - Sponsored by Rena
Winner: GPAInnova.
This technology combines dry electropolishing technology with a jet of fluid composed by a non-conductive liquid and free solid particles to remove roughness from metal surfaces. Recommended for large, heavy parts and pieces with different degrees of roughness or complex geometries, this electropolishing technology is suitable for blind holes, slots, occluded areas and inner channels.
Highly Commended: Reinforce3D.
Software Award
Winner: Elise.
Based on intelligent algorithms, Elise’s software allows users to digitally model products, execute the additive manufacture of the components and then systematically reuse the information for new variants or projects. Within this one environment, users can access CAD, finite element simulation, topology optimisation, support generation, process simulation, nesting, slicing, cost calculation and CO2 footprint calculation.
It can also seamlessly integrate with other software platforms.
Highly Commended: Teton Simulation and TOffeeAM.
Transport Application Award - Sponsored by CRP
Winner: Additive Industries.
Volkswagen deployed the Additive Industries metal-fab 3D printing system to achieve a 650% cost reduction in the manufacture of a tooling nozzle used for the automated deposition of a rope in the chassis flange of the VW Tiguan. This part, which helps prevent flange corrosion, was manufactured in a single piece in 316L stainless steel. Previously, the component was made up of two pieces and produced in a more expensive titanium-alloy.
Highly Commended: Xjet.
Women in 3D Printing Award
Winner: Eliana Fu.
After having worked extensively in materials science in the traditional manufacturing world, Eliana Fu turned her attention to Additive Manufacturing at SpaceX and then with Relativity Space. Eliana then joined trumpfas Industry Manager, Aerospace & Medical. During this time she has worked tirelessly to encourage women and girls to join the field of AM.
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Notes for the Editor
Celebrating 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing Innovation
TCT has always existed at the intersection of technology and applications, and the TCT Awards reflects this position. Celebrating the innovators, technologies and collaborators behind the leading examples of additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering across the globe.
The very best use cases of ground-breaking technologies are collaborative projects – and the TCT Awards recognises the partners in a project from designers and engineers to technology providers.
In 2023, TCT Awards will once again celebrate 3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing innovation across a range of industries including medical, aerospace, automotive and consumer products. Technology innovations will also be in the spotlight along with further inductees to the prestigious and coveted TCT Hall of Fame.
The TCT Awards 2023 ceremony will be held on 7th June 2023 at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, The NEC, Birmingham, UK
Rapid News Publications Ltd, the owner of the TCT Group, has been a leading authority in additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering technology for 30 years. A rich mix of live events and all-encompassing media portfolio enables TCT to deliver business critical intelligence, connecting the additive community across Europe, North America and Asia. The TCT Group (www.thetctgroup.com) is owned by Rapid News Publications Ltd (www.rapidnews.com) a member of the AEO (Association of Event Organisers) and BPA Worldwide.
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2022 Winners Announced: Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards in Association with Med-Tech Innovation
Last night saw the winners announced at the sold-out Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards Ceremony.
Over 200 industry professionals gathered to celebrate the winners of these prestigious awards. The sold-out, three-course dinner was held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole, with entertainment throughout and complete with celebrity host Paul Sinha (ITV's The Chase).
This year’s awards recognised a multitude of achievements and outstanding contributions to life sciences. The night saw 14 winners in total, alongside 24 projects and organisations recognised who were highly commended.
The seven Medilink UK winners were chosen from an exclusive shortlist comprised entirely of winners from each of the regional Medilink awards.
The Med-Tech Innovation award winners were chosen by an independent judging panel, who represent key stakeholders from across the supply chain. The panel was tasked with assessing each entry in each of the seven categories on the merit of their contribution to the medical device engineering supply chain.
After a busy first day at Med-Tech Innovation Expo (the UK and Ireland’s leading showcase for medical device design and manufacturing technology), guests enjoyed a three-course, black-tie dinner, drinks and entertainment.
Kevin Kiely, Executive Chairman, Medilink North of England commented, “The Medilink UK Awards have once again been a roaring success, and I offer my congratulations to all of the award winners, highly commended and finalists. It’s been great to see so many people from across the country coming together again to celebrate the exceptional achievements and contributions to the life sciences sector. As a national industry support organisation, Medilink UK is pleased to work with our companies, adding value by helping them, and the life science sector as a whole, to grow, both nationally and internationally. We are proud to be contributing to their success, and I am confident that each of the companies who are here tonight will go on to do amazing things.”
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group commented, "Huge congratulations to all of tonight's winners, runners up and finalists! It's been an amazing evening, seeing everyone come together to celebrate the incredible achievements made in the life sciences industry over the past year. We are proud to have partnered with Medilink UK again to help to celebrate the achievements made by their members and support the continued growth and development of the sector. Of course, fantastic to celebrate the achievements acknowledged in the Med-Tech Innovation Awards alongside."
Winners and highly commended entries from each category were as below.
Medilink UK Categories:
Advances in Digital Healthcare Award
Winner: Spirit Health.
Spirit Health is one of the fastest-growing companies in the UK, developing innovative products and services that empower people to take control of their own health. Spirit Health combine health and social care experience with technological brilliance to deliver CliniTouch Vie, their innovative digital health platform.
The group has been recognised as one of technology’s 50 Best Companies to Work For in 2021, as well as being named in the UK’s top 100 best mid-sized companies.
Highly Commended: Synopsis and Neuronostics.
Delivering Innovation into Health and Care Award- Sponsored by Unipart Logistics
Winner: TUTUM Medical.
TUTUM Medical are a spin-out company from TBG Solutions - an engineering company providing test capability on manufactured products to large corporate companies. Their R&D department works in collaboration with prime customers for trials and analysis of results before going live to the market.
TUTUM Medical was created as a result of one of these collaborative projects with Sheffield Children’s Hospital. TUTUM Medical focuses on partnering with NHS organisations to solve problems and improve patient care.
Highly Commended: Llesiant Delta Wellbeing and CaptureStroke.
Export Achievement Award
Winner: POWERbreathe International.
Inspiratory muscle training with POWERbreathe has been scientifically proven to strengthen your breathing muscles and is often dubbed as being like a ‘set of dumbbells for your lungs’. In 2021, POWERbreathe was recognized by the WHO as being beneficial for the recovery of Covid-19.
A major clinical trial study published by the University of Colorado showed that the use of POWERbreathe can help to lower blood-pressure, reducing heart attack risk as well as boosting cognitive & physical performance. POWERbreathe now has over 30 distributors worldwide.
Highly Commended: GBUK and High Force Research.
Innovation Award
Winner: EarSwitch Ltd.
EarSwitch Ltd’s central ethos is to provide communication devices, and control of assistive devices (such as prosthetic arms for people with amputation, and arm exoskeletons for people with paralysis or stroke).
However, its patented EarSwitch and related 5 further patents pending, expand its horizons far further; encompassing multiple platform technologies with global markets across multiple verticals.
Highly Commended: Residual Barrier Technology Ltd and YourGene Health.
Outstanding Achievement Award - Sponsored by HGF
Winner: Paxman Coolers.
Paxman manufactures and supplies the world leading Paxman Scalp Cooling System (PSCS) that is used to minimise this side effect of chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA) - which is widely recognised as one of the most traumatic side effects associated with cancer treatment.
Paxman has an 80% share of the global scalp-cooling market, with over 4,000 systems installed across 63 countries.
Highly Commended: Docobo and Speechtools.
Partnership between Academia and Business
Winner: TheHealth Tech Hub at the University of the West of England and Somnus Scientific.
The partnership between the Health Tech Hub at the University of the West of England and Somnus Scientific has combined the Hubs core application focus of biosensing, diagnostics and monitoring, and Somnus Scientifics extensive experience in clinical research, anaesthesia and intensive care medicine.
The collaboration has resulted in the development of personalized sedation and anaesthesia which is safer for patients and better for the environment than anaesthetic gases.
Highly Commended: Surepulse Medical in collaboration with The University of Nottingham and LightOx in collaboration with Radboud University, Netherlands.
Start Up Award - Sponsored by MedTech SuperConnector
Winner: Drill Surgeries.
Drill Surgeries are developing innovative technology to reduce the excessive amounts of radiation used in the 10 million operations per year which use a metallic rod to bind broken bones. Drill Surgeries have created Artificial intelligence to provide a precision guide allowing surgeons to place everything in the right place, first time.
Their technology makes for faster, safer and less invasive surgeries, and their working prototype leads to clinical trials in the next 12 months.
The 3D Printing Award - Sponsored by The TCT Group
Winner: Lucid Implants
In order to reconstruct craniomaxillofacial deformities caused by the Covid-induced surge of black fungus cases across India, Lucid Implants have developed custom implants and cutting guides to improve surgical accuracy, resulting in a 53% decrease in-hospital stay, a 73% decrease in operating theatre time, and an 88% decrease in recovery cost.
Highly Commended: Rapid Fluidics and Nexa3D.
Connected Health Award - Sponsored by Lucid Group
Winner: Acurable.
The ground breaking AcuPebble SA100 device is a tiny wearable acoustic sensor, which in 2020 became the first medical device to obtain the CE mark for the automated diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea, and has since gained FDA clearance for home sleep apnoea testing in the USA.
Highly Commended: PocDoc.
Design Award - Sponsored by Medical Plastics News
Winner: Lightpoint Medical.
Lightpoint Medical have developed a miniaturized robotic gamma probe designed to significantly widen the field of minimally-invasive radio-guided surgery, meeting an urgent medical need to provide real-time, intra-operative cancer detection.
Highly Commended: Sky Medical Technology.
Materials Innovation Award - Sponsored by Barker Brettell
Winner: Birmingham Biotech.
Birmingham Biotech’s BHM® Anti-Viral Nasal Spray is an easy-to-use nasal device which contains Norizite(TM), a patented blend of natural ingredients to help slow or prevent viral infection. The gel-like protection coats the nasal cavity, creating a strong, protective barrier to physically trap viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2, and remove them from the body.
Highly Commended: Meryl Medical.
Sustainability Award - Sponsored by Medical Plastics News
Winner: Meryl Medical.
Meryl Medical’s antimicrobial fabrics are fully recyclable innovative yarns and fabrics with zero microplastic pollution through the innovative use of hydrogen bonding to create strong molecular chains that seal all microfibres into the filaments.
Highly Commended: Birmingham Biotech.
Special Recognition Award: Response to Covid-19 - Sponsored by Med-Tech Innovation News
Winner: QuantuMDx Group.
This Q-poc multiplex diagnostic device from QuantuMDx Group offers PCR testing at the point of need within clinical and non-clinical settings, with results within 30 minutes. The SARS-CoV-2 assays have been uniquely designed to include three targets for COVID-19 to accurately detect all known strains and is robust against future variants.
Highly Commended: LumiraDx.
Engineering Award - Sponsored by Med-Tech Innovation News
Winner: Adapttech.
INSIGHT Pro is a high-resolution solution for lower limb amputee socket replication and pressure distribution evaluation within the patient socket. With CAD/CAM export and integration abilities, INSIGHT shortens the number fitting appointments and enables a more accurate fit.
Highly Commended: Superior Sensor Technology.
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The prestigious Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards in association with Med-Tech Innovation comprises seven national MedilinkUK awards and seven Med-Tech Innovation awards.
The medical sector in the UK continues to thrive and innovate and these awards celebrate the outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the previous year.
Alongside the seven national MedilinkUK awards winners, seven Med-Tech Innovation awards in the categories of 3D Printing, Connected Health, Engineering, Materials Innovation, Design and new for 2022, Sustainability and Special Recognition: Response to COVID-19 were announced reflecting areas where manufacturers are pioneering new territories and breaking new ground.
The annual sell-out gala dinner is an industry highlight, with over 200 professionals from across the industry coming to celebrate with the winners, network with peers and share their pride in the industry.
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The medical design and manufacturing community will gather on June 8-9 at the NEC, Birmingham, with a growing international flavour to the event. There are also a range of exciting 'must see' elements that visitors will not want to miss.
Amongst over 100 exhibitors showcasing their latest developments, this year’s event includes over 40 international exhibitors from China, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Monaco, Mauritius, Netherlands, Pakistan, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand and the United States.
Highlights of the international participation will see Med-Tech Innovation Expo teaming up with the Italian Trade Agency to host 17 exhibitors in the Italian Pavilion. Likewise, the event will work with the Economic Development Board of Mauritius to host exhibitors on the Mauritius Pavilion and the event will also feature a stage sponsored by the German state of Hessen.
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group, organisers of Med-Tech Innovation Expo, said "We’re thrilled there is a growing international flavour to the event, with speakers and exhibitors attending from around the globe. It underlines the growing importance of Med-Tech Innovation Expo on the world stage, and we look forward to another successful edition in Birmingham."
Exciting elements visitors will find at the show include:
Supporting the UK's leading med-tech start-ups
The Start-up Zone, sponsored by NIHR, Innovate UK and SBRI Healthcare, will be a hive of innovation and new technology, with start-ups, spinouts, research projects, non-profits and small businesses bringing their products to market. Visitors will also find start-ups at PITCH which brings together the world’s leading, early-stage Medtech start-ups for a live on-stage accelerator-style pitching session.
Med-Tech Innovation Conference in association with Medilink UK
The Med-Tech Innovation Conference in association with Medilink UK is the UK’s key annual summit for medical device OEMs, with a CPD-accredited programme that offers thought leadership from the biggest names, including Microsoft, Roche Diagnostics, Deloitte, CHEATA, Department for International Trade, NIHR and more.
Introducing Health-Tech Stage sponsored by Hessen Trade & Invest
The Introducing Health-Tech Stage, sponsored by Hessen Trade & Invest, covers every aspect of the medical device supply chain, giving attendees the opportunity to get a flavour of the best engineering technology from the show floor as well as a look at the future.
Medilink UK Healthcare Business Awards
Taking place on June 8th, these prestigious Awards, held in association with Med-Tech Innovation, celebrate the outstanding business achievements, international successes and innovative breakthroughs made across the life sciences and healthcare technology sectors in the past year.
Exciting Product Launches and Demonstrations
Numerous product launches and firsts will take their place alongside more than 100 leading exhibitors representing the complete medical device and manufacturing supply chain, with exciting displays from Boddingtons, Shawpak, Wickham Micro, Neucin Design, Biofortuna, Haredata, Wideblue, SBRI, MTC and more.
Wood concludes "There is so much to see and learn from at the show this year. With the breadth of innovation and insights on offer, we know that everyone will leave the show armed with new concepts, ideas and solutions to help them design and manufacture ever more innovative patient solutions."
The UK's definitive and most influential 3D printing and additive manufacturing event will take place on June 8-9 at the NEC, Birmingham.
This year’s event brings the best of 3D printing and additive manufacturing technology from around the world. Designed to elevate UK Manufacturing’s adoption of the technology, TCT 3Sixty brings over 160 exhibitors along with a multitude of features and a world-class conference programme.
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group, owners of TCT, commented, "Hot on the heels of a successful return to events last September, we are delighted to be approaching the 2022 edition, in its new regular June timeslot, with more exhibitors and more products on the show floor, a broader conference programme, a host of new show floor elements and the return of the TCT Awards.”
“Over the two days prospective visitors will be able to get their hands on technology, learn and hear from experts, advance their knowledge and discover the next steps in their additive strategy. Whether you are evaluating the technology for the first time, adopting it into your business or looking to optimise your existing equipment, you will find insights and solutions to help move you forward.”
Exciting elements visitors will find at the show include:
The TCT 3Sixty Conference
This year’s event will deliver a full 360-degree view of the AM adoption journey with more than 40 inspiring CPD accredited conference presentations delivered across two stages. This includes world-class presentations from Boston Consulting, US Air Force, Deutsche Bahn, MTC, Callum, Vital Auto, Progressive Technology and University of Birmingham, alongside panels and debates covering sustainability, quality assurance and supply chain.
TCT Introducing Stage
TCT 3Sixty has a dedicated stage for new product launches and UK firsts. The Introducing Stage will feature presentations from Xerox, Meltio, Nano Dimension, Theta, Covestro, Massivit, Wayland Additive and Materialise.
TCT Inspired Minds powered by CREATE Education
As part of TCT’s ongoing mission to inspire and educate the next generation in the world of manufacturing, TCT Inspired Minds will return to this year’s TCT 3Sixty event. In collaboration with education partner CREATE Education Project, TCT Inspired Minds works to provide high school students access to a variety of technologies and training relating to additive manufacturing (AM).
Quality Assurance for Additive Manufacturing
New for 2022, TCT 3Sixty is hosting the ASTM Short Course Fundamentals: Quality Assurance for Additive Manufacturing. This short course will provide a concise overview of the key considerations for how to achieve Quality Assurance in Additive Manufacturing, including a top-level outline of what a Quality Management System could look like to produce components for Critical Applications, and an overview of available inspection methods.
TCT Awards
Taking place on June 8th, the prestigious TCT Awards brings together industry leaders to celebrate the innovators, technologies and collaborators behind the best examples of additive manufacturing, 3D printing, design and engineering across the globe. The host for 2022, Jason Bradbury is best known as Channel 5's Gadget Show host, Jason is a well-known technology enthusiast and a force of nature when it comes to his passion for gadgets and science!
TCT Knowledge Bar
Tap into impartial industry thought-leaders 1-2-1 at the TCT Knowledge Bar, to talk through your projects, ideas and challenges, and strengthen your network of top AM end-users. No sales pitches, just shared knowledge through their experiences of using AM.
The Market in View
Whether you're in the evaluation stage, ready to buy equipment or looking to optimise your usage you can be sure that exciting displays from HP, Scott Bader, Matsuura, EOS, 3D Systems, Laser Lines, BOC, 9T Labs, GE, Xerox, Xact Metal, Trumpf, Ultimaker, Stratasys, Meltio, Formlabs, Materialise, Raise 3D, Additive Industries, Raplas, Voxeljet, Wayland and more will help you decide what process and what machine you need.
Everyone who registers will receive complimentary access to the Event Hub to plan their visit, and to select which exhibitors to meet, which speakers to see and who to network with.
TCT 3Sixty has seen visitor registrations from Amazon, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Dyson, MOD, BT, GSK, Airbus, Jaguar Land Rover, Network Rail, Dr Martens, Becton Dickinson, Unilever, Honeywell Aerospace and Siemens already this year. It's clear these businesses see huge value in attending and learning at TCT 3Sixty. Make sure you register to join them: www.tct3sixty.com
As part of TCT’s ongoing mission to inspire and educate the next generation in the world of manufacturing, we are delighted to return with TCT Inspired Minds to this year’s TCT 3Sixty event.
In collaboration with our education partner The CREATE Education Project, TCT Inspired Minds works to provide high school students access to a variety of technologies and training relating to additive manufacturing (AM).
Almost 100 students will attend the event and spend time learning in a classroom within the show. They will take part in 3D printing workshops and get the opportunity to be inspired into STEAM careers by gaining insight from industry experts.
Paul Croft, Founder of The CREATE Education Project said, “I am thrilled that we have been asked to deliver these workshops as part of Inspired Minds. At CREATE Education, we want to break down the barriers between industry and education. We want to make innovation and digital creativity accessible to all students, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to enter high-quality STEAM careers of the future.”
Once the classroom element of the day is complete the students will then be free to tour the show floor at TCT 3Sixty. Here, they will feast their eyes on the latest innovations in the 3D printing and additive manufacturing world and will have the opportunity to interact and learn from 200 exhibitors.
“We are delighted to be renewing our partnership with our friends at CREATE Education,” said Duncan Wood, CEO, Rapid News Publications Ltd. “It was always our desire to bring Inspired Minds back to our event as soon as we could post pandemic. Our missions are aligned and the vision both organisations have at the leadership level is rooted in working to inspire the next generation of engineers and technologists.”
“I know the students will have a great experience this year and as a partnership we look forward to building on this restart for 2023 with a view to impacting many more students and inspiring them to enter STEAM careers in their futures.”
TCT 3Sixty will take place in Hall 9 of the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), Birmingham, UK, from 8-9 June 2022.
SME and owner of the TCT Group, Rapid News Publications Ltd, have today announced a renewal of the strategic alliance that will see the organizations continue to produce the annual RAPID + TCT 3D manufacturing event in North America.
The two organizations have co-produced the industry-leading event since 2017, combining over three decades each of insights and experience in accelerating the adoption and advancement of 3D manufacturing technologies.
The partnership will continue to leverage SME and TCT’s collective industry knowledge, global networks, as well as several key strategic industry partnerships, to take RAPID + TCT to the next level in the coming years, cementing the event’s position as the largest and most-influential additive manufacturing event in North America.
Emerging technologies such as additive manufacturing (3D printing) and other 3D technologies are enabling manufacturers to reduce time to market, produce stronger and lighter parts, improve efficiency, reduce waste, cost and emissions and create products and geometries they couldn’t create before. RAPID + TCT will increase understanding of the real benefits of using advanced manufacturing technologies and will encourage more companies to adopt these technologies, which in turn will improve their productivity and competitiveness.
“Our 30-year involvement in advancing additive manufacturing has made significant strides through our partnership with Rapid News,” said SME Executive Director and CEO Robert Willig. “Over the past five years, we’ve seen the quality of the event, as well as engagement from the AM community grow, which we attribute to our collaboration with Duncan and the TCT Group.”
“We are delighted to be renewing the agreement with our friends in Detroit,” said Duncan Wood, CEO, Rapid News Publications Ltd. “It was always our desire to build an enduring partnership with SME to develop this great event in the US. Our missions are aligned and the vision both organizations have at the leadership level is rooted in doing only what is best for the development of the additive industry in North America.
“As a partner, our job is to ensure every manufacturing organization in North America is aware of the potential of the additive technologies and we look forward to adding our experience, ideas and media power to that effort in the coming years.”
The next edition of RAPID + TCT event takes place May 17-19 at Huntingdon Place, Detroit, MI, USA. Earlier this week, the RAPID + TCT keynote speakers for the 2022 event were revealed.
To learn more and to register to attend, please visit rapid3devent.com.
Interplas 2021, returned to the NEC for three innovation-packed days in September, and has been praised by exhibitors, speakers and visitors as it brought together the plastics industry for the first time in four years.
The UK’s largest plastics industry event is the triennial showcase for the British plastics industry and saw some 300+ exhibitors demonstrate new technologies, machines and materials to an excited and engaged audience.
More than 40 inspiring presentations covered the main themes of ‘Advancing UK Plastics’ and ‘Sustainability’.
The CPD accredited conference programme was delivered across two stages: The Advancing UK Plastics Stage, in association with Bole Machinery hosted world-class presentations from Jaguar LandRover, Lloyds Bank, Microban, NHS and the BPF, while Tesco, Innovate UK, WRAP, and PwC were among many speakers presenting on the Sustainability Stage, sponsored by Coral Products.
Charlotte Chambers, Conference Producer for Interplas said “There is so much happening within the sector, and we managed to cover all the key issues from post-Brexit regulation to sustainable manufacturing and bioplastics. The delegate feedback was terrific, with some fantastic Q&A sessions at which our expert speakers really excelled.”
Feedback from exhibitors on the show floor was extremely positive, Simon Johnson, Business Development Director, Billion UK Ltd “What we’ve got from this week is pretty phenomenal. We’ve been overwhelmed with new contacts – all our business cards have gone! There’s been a constant flow of good quality leads with at least 75% brand new prospects with many wanting to buy. Lots of live projects. Anyone who hasn’t come has really missed out!”
In addition to the conference programme, features such as the Knowledge Pavilion gave attendees the chance to meet industry trade bodies, consultants and service providers to get expert advice on research and development, skills and education, regulation and materials selection. The new PlastikCity Pavilion presented 20 first-time exhibitors to the audience, and Women in Plastics returned with a hugely successful and well attended networking morning and conference session.
Duncan Wood, CEO of Rapid News Group, owners of Interplas, commented: “After 18 months of uncertainty, challenging commercial conditions and constantly changing operational requirements we are delighted to have delivered Interplas for the UK plastics industry. The exhibitors have had an absolute blast, reconnecting with their market and having those face to face encounters that we have missed so much during the pandemic.”
“The flood of positive feedback we have received is fantastic and I must offer a huge thank you to our exhibitors who stuck with us, who believed in our ability to deliver the shows and who trusted us to do so. When we pull together and are positive in facing challenges we can do amazing things for our markets. Alongside our sponsors, partners, speakers and visitors they made the show the success that it was.”
“We will continue to strive to be the best showcase for the UK plastics industry. A celebration of the best of the sector, a gathering of the brightest people, best technology and most innovative developments. Roll on 2023!”
Rapid News Group and the Processing and Packaging Machinery Association (PPMA) are teaming up to offer visitors full access to four leading industrial events in one place.
The PPMA Show will be co-located with Rapid News Group’s Interplas, Med-Tech Innovation Expo and TCT 3Sixty at the NEC Birmingham on 28-30 September 2021. After almost two years, this union is set to reunite the manufacturing industry in-person, with unlimited opportunities to be had.
Duncan Wood, Chief Executive at Rapid News Group, organisers of Interplas, TCT 3Sixty and Med-Tech Innovation Expo comments, “We cannot wait to re-open the doors to welcome back our exhibitors, speakers and attendees. By giving visitors access to all four events with one badge, they can see a wide spectrum of innovation in the manufacturing industry in one place, alongside a world-class multi-stage conference programme.
“Thousands of visitors have registered to attend, showing that the manufacturing community has missed the opportunity to interact in a live environment. We are looking forward to presenting more than 1,000 exhibitors across the five halls. 1,000 reasons to come and join us!"
David Harrison, Chief Operating Officer at PPMA Ltd, the organisers of the PPMA Show said “Our industry has been working overtime during the last 18 months to keep the supply chain moving and coming together once again as the biggest group of industry experts at the end of September is so needed. We are looking forward to opening the doors to the show once again and creating the space for innovation, technology, business and conversation to flourish!”
Both the PPMA and Rapid News Group are committed to creating the platform for the manufacturing industry to flourish and evolve, working closely with the NEC and event industry bodies to develop COVID Secure guidelines to safely provide opportunities to network, learn and build valuable connections.
What the shows are about:
The PPMA Show is the leading UK event for processing and packaging machinery, robotics and industrial vision
Interplas is the UK's number 1 plastics show
TCT 3Sixty is the event for 3D printing and additive manufacturing
Med-Tech Innovation Expo is the UK’s leading medical design and manufacturing technology event
This quartet of shows will create an engaging and useful experience for the attendee which means better educated prospective buyers, so the events will deliver greater commercial opportunities to suppliers and businesses both in the short and long term.
Registration is open, so get your free visitor badge through the websites.
The health, safety and comfort of participants have been, and continue to be, a top priority. Alongside the NEC, we are committed to delivering safe and secure events which support the recovery of the UK manufacturing industry. See the NEC's COVID-19 Guidelines: Visitor Venue Protect.
Tesco, Jaguar Land Rover & NHS to address plastic and sustainability issues at Interplas
The CPD certified conference programme at Interplas 2021 will present a wide range of industry topics from renowned speakers from within the industry and also from some of the UK’s largest trade buyers of plastic products and materials. Whether it is the latest product innovations, regulatory updates, medical plastics, packaging, or addressing challenges when it comes to the sustainability of plastics, Interplas has curated topical sessions for everyone involved in plastics manufacturing.
This year’s programme taking place 28-30 September at NEC, Birmingham will be presented across two stages:
The Advancing UK Plastics Conference sponsored by Bole Machinery will see experts offer insights, opportunities and advice on how to work together as markets, trends and regulations continue to change. Speakers will discuss changes in the industry as a result of Brexit, COVID-19 and the net zero targets. There will also be topics presented from experts in areas such as medical, automotive, construction, extrusion and digital technologies.
The Sustainability Stage sponsored by Coral Productsis new for 2021 and will give visitors the opportunity to hear about some of the solutions for recycling and waste management issues, material innovations, and importantly a look at what is really deemed as ‘sustainable’ when it comes to plastics. This stage will also feature expert speakers from industry associations on the latest policy developments and funding available.
Charlotte Chambers, Conference Producer for Interplas, selected a few highlights.
Plastics Industry and Jaguar Land Rover in a Post Brexit/COVID World
Ian Ray, SME Plastics, Injection Moulding and Process, Jaguar Land Rover - 14:00-14:30, 28 September
With automotive being one of the largest users of plastic, Ian Ray will explore the current trends and objectives in the industry. This talk will highlight how the market has changed so rapidly since COVID-19 and Brexit, and how this will impact that plastics industry.
What are the Biggest Challenges of Switching to Sustainable Plastics?
Dan Jarvis, Business Development Manager, Plastribution, - 12:50-13:10, 28 September
Whether to make the switch to sustainable plastics will be a decision that many organisations have to face, but how easy is it, and what are the difficulties that may come with this? Dan Jarvis answers these questions and explains how these plastics compare to the traditional plastics that have been used by processors.
Regulatory Landscape for the Plastics Industry Post-Brexit
Dr Anna Gergely, Director, EHS Regulatory, Steptoe and Johnson LLP - 12:00-12:30, 28 September
With more than 20 years’ experience in law firms and cutting-edge industry knowledge in environmental legislation, Anna will provide insight into the recent regulations that affect the plastics industry. Hear about regulations relating to the strategy for Plastics in a Circular Economy, the EU Green Deal, the revised regulatory framework for bio-plastics and the recent development related to Brexit.
Women in Plastics: Attracting, Training Retaining and Talent
10:30-11:30, 30 September
Women in Plastics the initiative that recognises achievement, encourages development and supports diversity and equality across the plastics industry will host a keynote panel session to discuss the ways in which companies can boost careers and talent in the plastics industry. The session will focus on attracting, training and retaining talent in the industry. With diversity also being an important factor for employers, the panellists will discuss how they are approaching building out their teams and skillsets.
Post-Industrial Waste and Your Next Business Opportunity
Carlo Pattini, Product Sales Manager, Bandera - 13:00-13:30, 30 September
In this talk, Carlo Pattini will discuss how you can process the waste coming from a first blown film extrusion phase on a co-rotating twin-extruder, back into a blown film line to develop a second product.
There will be 40 free-to attend sessions over three days. Other key seminars include: “Can Attention to the Design of Plastics in Medical Devices Support Patient Safety?” Sarah Jennings, National Patient Safety Lead, NHS England & NHS Improvement and Paul Earnshaw, Senior Packaging Manager, Tesco will discuss “Packaging, Plastics and Sustainability – A Retailers View”.
Duncan Wood, Chief Executive at Rapid News Group, organisers of Interplas concludes, “The team have built a fantastic programme for September that is a real compliment to the technology exploration that will happen on the show floor. We look forward to welcoming visitors to the conference alongside our sponsors Bole Machinery and Coral Products.”
The full conference programme including detailed information on all talks and speakers is available to pre-registered visitors via the event. To register please visit www.interplasuk.com
