2009 Program
Last update 11-02-2009
12 November
9.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 1
Technological progress in the development and production of light alloy components: Ti, Al, Mg.
Programme:
Vacuum press-casting technologies for aluminium and magnesium
Massimo Manzoli, DIEM, University of Bologna
Integrated design techniques in the production of gravity casts
Ivan Todaro, Rosario Squatrito, DIEM, University of Bologna
Main innovations in the extrusion sector: new processes and new materials
Lorenzo Donati, DIEM, University of Bologna
Titanium press-work: product and process design requirements
Antonio Segatori, DIEM, University of Bologna
Heat treatments for titanium: selection and optimisation
Alessandro Morri, SMETEC, University of Bologna
12 November
9.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 2
Vibration and noise control in automatic machines
Programme:
The Intermech Laboratory of the Emilia Romagna Region High Technology Network and the Laboratory of Acoustics and Vibrations (LAV)
Roberto Pompoli, University of Ferrara
Noise control on packaging lines through action on environmental acoustics
Angelo Farina, University of Parma
Modal parameter estimation of a PVC-product cleaning machine by means of operational modal analysis
Alessandro Rivola, University of Bologna
Diagnostics of servo-motor supports
Riccardo Rubini, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
Carbon fibre in packaging machines
Roberto Oppio, Lamiflex
12 November
9.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 3
Innovations in electronics
CHAIR: Mario Salmon, Mecforpack Scientific Coordinator
Programme:
Micro-mechanical sensors in MEMS technology: new low cost families from STMicroelectronics
Luca Fontanella, STMicroelectronics
MEMS inertia sensors and wireless interfaces: new innovation scenarios for industrial automation
Andrea Rusconi, Sensordynamics
An example of remote wireless control and monitoring of 400 machines
Roberto Lazzarini, Carpigiani Group / Ali Spa
Energy Harvesting: systems for implementing self-powered sensors on-board machines
Alessandro Bertacchini, Unimore
12 November
9.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 4
Integrated mechanical, electronic and software design
CHAIR: Marcello Pellicciari, Unimore and Intermech
Programme:
Virtual design of machines: simulation, analysis and optimisation of performances thanks to interaction between mechanical design, component selection tools and programming software for motion controllers
Mario Pennone, Rockwell
Computer simulation as an strategy for innovation and reduction of development times and costs
Mauro Faccin, Siemens
Machine design methods: fast and low cost prototype development of machine control systems,
Lodovico Menozzi, National Instrument
Integration of design and execution of high performance electronic cams
Djafar Hadiouche, GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms Europe S.A.
An example of integrated design
Marcello Pellicciari, Unimore
12 November
14.30 – 17.00 PM, ROOM 1
Secondary processing of metal alloys and materials in general and relative operative activities
CHAIR: Giorgio Poli, Unimore
Programme:
The Hot Isostatic Pressure process for solving porosity problems during machining operations of packaging machine components
Vittorio Bordiga, Bodycote Kolsterising Italy
Innovation in the aluminium die-casting field
Massimo Manzoli, University of Bologna
Shape memory alloys as new functional elements
Mattia Merlin, University of Ferrara
Metallic foams in aluminium: a new opportunity for lighter vehicles
Bruno Chinè, MUSP Laboratory (Machine Tools and Production Systems)
12 November
14.30 – 17.00 PM, ROOM 2
Round Table: How to counter the recession and the economic crisis through purchases
Organised by ADACI, Italian Procurement Management Association
If the crisis is to be overcome, the credit squeeze implemented by banks must be slackened and market demand be stimulated.
Achieving the latter objective requires reducing overheads and improving the quality of the goods and services offered by companies to make them more appealing to clients. In other words, the effectiveness and efficiency of everything arriving from outside the company - that in many cases involves 70% of company revenue - must be increased. Category management models must be implemented.
A management process of supplies derived from large-scale distribution that, through long-term relationships with suppliers and systematic activity of international and inter-company work groups, helps eliminate superfluous stocks, waste and activities not generating added value as well as improving products and processes.
The old approach to purchases is well and truly out of date!
Improved competitiveness of the business system requires focusing the main supplies on a few partners and working with them to reduce costs and improve products.
All this was also confirmed during the recent World Summit in Las Vegas by economic analysts, experts in the world of work and world-famous researchers.
Discussants:
Giovanni Atti, Donato Gianantoni, Giovanni Arletti, Marco Fattorini
12 November
14.30 – 17.00 PM, ROOM 3
Direct Drive and linear motors
CHAIR: Giovanni Barbanti, Studio Barbanti
Programme:
Direct Drive technology and applications in the packaging industry
Alessandro Massola, Ina Schaffler
Integrated systems for torque motors - the Mondial supply potential
Giuliano Menegoz, Davide Torresan, Mondial
Torque motors in labelling machines: a flexible and cost-effective solution
Marco Gavesi, Nitek
12 November
14.30 – 17.00 PM, ROOM 4
Parallel Robots in Packaging
CHAIR: Mario Salmon, Mecforpack Scientific Coordinator
Programme:
The designer of the first and most common parallel robot outlines the applications and evolutions of these systems
Marc Olivier Demaurex, Bosch
Use of open control systems for parallel and traditional robots
Antonio Marra, Elau
Robo-machine: the evolution of the automatic machine
Andrea Zecchini, CTpack / division
Vortex
Specific robot clamp for packaging
Enrico Nobili, Schunk
13 November
9.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 1
Surface treatments/finishing. Characteristics and relative functional applications
CHAIR: Luca Magagnin, Polimi - AIFM
Programme:
Partnership on New Technical Solutions
Mauro Bianchi, Deloro Stellite
Stefano Boccolari, Tetra Pak
Nanotechnology for surface protection and self-cleaning
Gian Luca Falleti, Nanoprom
Kolsterising treatment for stainless steels: the most efficient and innovative technology for the definitive solution of wear and gripping problems in automatic filling, packing and packaging machines
Vittorio Bordiga, Bodycote Kolsterising Italy
Present and future for galvanic coating in packaging
Luca Magagnin - Milan Polytechnic University-AIFM
G.H.A. - Immunity treatment of light alloys against abrasive wear and corrosion
Franco Cicerchia, GHA
13 November
9.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 2
Innovative Design Simulation Technologies
CHAIR: Giuseppe Miccoli, Nafems Italia
Programme:
The NAFEMS Association: an opportunity for companies and the academic world in the design simulation sector
G. Miccoli, Nafems Italia
Simulate the past to understand the present: CFD explains the history of racing technique
M. Giachi, Assomotoracing, L. Sclafani, CD-adapco
The Aprosys Project
R. Puppini, Fiat Research Centre
Multi-disciplinary Virtual Engineering & Testing
D. Cannoletta, Alenia Aeronautica
Numerical simulation of ships for the installation of underwater pipelines
P. Monti, Saipem
Aseptic packaging materials: structure, properties, behaviour
R. Borsari, Tetrapak Packaging Solutions
Innovative technologies in the design of Packaging Machines
M.Parodi, Exemplar
13 November
09.30 – 12.00 AM, ROOM 3
Noise, vibrations and predictive maintenance
Coordinated by ASSIOT – Italian Drive Organ and Gear Manufacturers Association
Coordinator: Demetrio Bazzotti - Secretary General ASSIOT
Program:
Noise in rolling bearings: a new 'silent' (and more efficient) generation
Franco Fontana, Schaeffler Italia
Predictive Maintenance for reducers used in complex plant
Paolo Colombo, Sew Eurodrive
Balancing and vibration analysis in reducers
Giordano Manni, Cemb
13 November
14.30 – 17.00 PM, ROOM 1
Prototype development/Rapid Production and Reverse Engineering Solutions for Packaging
Coordinated by APRI – Italian Rapid Prototype Development Association
Programme:
Presentation of the Convention and Welcome Speeches by the Association
L. Iuliano, President APRI
The evolution of the rapid prototype development and production market
L. Iuliano, Turin Polytechnic University
3D Systems solutions for packaging
C. Grasso, In-Tech Srl
New approaches to mechanical component design exploiting DMLS and stainless steel, titanium and aluminium powders
V. Chinellato, Eos Italia Srl
Reverse Engineering: dies, equipment, parts to Format
A. Giogoli, Agiotech Srl
Applications of rapid production for packaging machines
C. Zanetti, Protoservice Srl
Past and present: R&D in Rapid and Reverse fields. Analysis of changes in the design of automatic machines
F. Rossi, Studio Pedrini Srl
Redesign: the trump card for making Rapid Manufacturing more competitive
A. Salmi, Turin Polytechnic University
Applications of the Laser Consolidation technique in the manufacture of metallic components
E. Bassoli, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
13 November
14.30 – 17.00 PM, ROOM 4
Packaging 2010: – New Materials, Power Efficiency, Environment
Technicians at MaTech - the materials research centre of the Galileo Scientific and Technological Park - will present the latest innovations in terms of materials and process technologies applicable to the packaging world, in line with the most recent developments in the industrial and economic world: structural bio-polymers, reinforced with natural base composites, expanded polymers developed from soya, low energy impact structural coatings, lightweight injection metals.
Report:
Nicola Belli, President MaTech
