Industry Leaders to Showcase Future of Connected Injection Moulding at Athlone ‘Big Data’ Seminar

A consortium of the plastics industry’s most influential technology providers will gather at First Polymer Training in Athlone next week for a dedicated two-day seminar: “The Big Data Event.” Taking place on 24th and 25th March, the event is specifically designed for UK and Irish injection moulders – particularly those in the high-stakes medical sector – to witness how connected manufacturing is transforming production efficiency, validation, and audit readiness.

The seminar features live technical demonstrations and presentations from a powerhouse group of partners, including Summit Systems, Sumitomo (SHI) Demag, Plastech Solutions, bfa solutions, Frigel, and Maguire.

This event is a practical showcase of how machines, ancillaries, and MES systems work in harmony. For UK and Irish manufacturers, especially those navigating the rigorous traceability requirements of the medical industry, this data is the difference between surviving and leading the market.

Technical Highlights of the Seminar:

• Sumitomo (SHI) Demag: Demonstrating advanced machine control and big data export solutions.

• bfa solutions: Showcasing MES systems and real-time production monitoring.

• Frigel: Introducing AI-assisted temperature control capable of 20% to 40% cycle time reductions.

• Maguire: Demonstrating ULTRA vacuum drying technology that offers up to 60% energy savings alongside critical validation data.

• First Polymer Training Skillnet: Highlighting specialist training opportunities for the Irish polymer workforce.

With the 24th March session almost at capacity, the event addresses the urgent need for traceability and audit readiness. Attendees will learn how OPC UA connectivity, smart drying, and material handling systems provide the reliable data capture necessary for product validation and boosting overall energy efficiency.

Event Details:

• Location: First Polymer Training, Athlone, Ireland

• Dates: 24th March (almost full) or 25th March (spaces available)

• Time: 10:00 – 15:30

• Target Audience: Injection moulders across all industries.

Registration: Limited spaces remain for the second day. To register, visit the event portal or contact events@summitsystems.co.uk for more information.