The first FuturePrint TECH: Digital Print for Manufacturing Conference took place on 9-10 November at the Moeller Institute in Cambridge. The event was roundly applauded as both an inspiring and insightful event packed with fascinating content, visionary speakers, incredible technology and superb networking.

140 people came to Cambridge from across the UK and mainland Europe including delegates from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Spain and Italy.

The content tackled the most exciting and diverse of all the print segments, digital print for manufacturing. Content featured some impressive stories of work being done with digital technology in challenging new markets including industrial coatings, DNA storage, agriculture, direct-to-shape, flexible packaging, labels, corrugated, printed electronics, decor flooring, textiles, decor wall coverings, ceramics, additive and other industrial applications where digital print technology is playing a growing role in manufacturing production. 

In addition to the array of technology leaders sharing insight into developments in technology from inks, software, and drive electronics, to the latest machines and inkjet heads, the event benefited from insight from market leaders such as Jo Stephenson from PHD Marketing, and independent industry expert Sean Smyth plus talks from John Patsavallas from Cranfield University, Chris Corkan from MakeUK and David Brackett from The Manufacturing Technology Centre.

Participants were superenthusiastic about the event!

“Wow, absolutely amazing speakers. It's great to be able to share our work with other leaders in the sector too" Daniel Boronat, Kao Chimigraf

“It has been inspiring to see what amazing projects the industry is developing and the diversity is impressive. The networking has also been superb. I have reconnected with some people but also met a bunch of new people not just from the UK but from across Europe.” Kai Keller, Notion Systems

“These events seem to be getting better and better. A superb variety of talks and an inspiring number and quality of people. “ Paul Felton All4Labels

“I have been impressed by the quality of expertise on show at the event. I have definitely learned stuff here I would not have learned anywhere else. I will certainly be back next year.” Andrew Davis, Diageo

“The buzz at this event has been palpable. The noise in the networking area was high! The FuturePrint team did another great job with this event which is now established as the autumn’s focus on the future of print technology for manufacturing.” Marcus Timson and Frazer Chesterman, FuturePrint

With many of the talks and technology developments, sustainability shone through as a key theme at the event with an array of innovations addressing this mega-trend which is accelerating as a key defining aspect for print technology users in all sectors.

To everyone who attended, presented, exhibited and sponsored this event we thank you and for anyone who would be interested in attending future events please do not hesitate to contact us to discuss this in more detail. Contact marcus.timson@fmfuturenow.com