ALTAIR TECHNOLOGY VIRTUAL DESIGN CONFERENCE UK 2013

The UK Altair Technology Conference, is considered to be the UK's leading virtual design event. The one day conference is free to attend - and the 8th in the series. Altair brings together companies which have benefited significantly by integrating the latest computer aided engineering (CAE) technology into their design processes. By sharing their experiences, the presenters will offer those attending practical insights which can be directly applied in the workplace.

Thought-provoking keynote speakers and cutting edge technical case studies, reveal how firms from diverse industry sectors including automotive, aerospace, medical device and consumer goods, have successfully designed and commercialised products in reduced timescales and at lower design and manufacturing cost.

Over 350 delegates are expected. The material presented will benefit hands-on practitioners, their managers and people tasked with compressing design times or producing innovative products.

If you are interested in learning more about:

• The latest developments in CAE technology and you'd like to see first hand how industry leading companies are applying the solutions to meet real world virtual design challenges.

• Best practices to improve your own virtual design performance and bring products to market faster and cheaper in a challenging environment.

• Networking with prominent individuals in the UK engineering community and discuss key points of interest, get new ideas and improve your own processes.

AGENDA

* The Airbus A380 - The First Six Years in Service
John Roberts, Chief Engineer A380 – Airbus Operations Ltd

* Altair's Product Development Strategies
Michael Hoffman, VP European Operations, Altair

* The HMT MK2, CAE Led Vehicle Development Programme
Jonathan Farley, Supacat

* Development of a CAE method to predict the fatigue life of Aluminium panels joined by Self Pierced Rivet
Andrew Blows, Jaguar Land Rover

* Simulation Data Management using HyperWorks Collaboration Tools
Andrew Ibbotson, Airbus

* Improve efficiency of modelling spacecraft panels and joints using HyperMesh
David Costello, SSTL

* Multidisciplinary Optimisation of Business Jet MED Hinge for Production by Additive Manufacturing
Martin Muir, EADS

* The Automatic Creation and Optimisation of Structural Fixings using HyperWorks
Darren Ashby, Jaguar Land Rover

* AcuSolve Overview with Focus on Fluid Structure Interaction
Farzin Shakib, Acusim

* Simulation Driven Structural Design in Ship Building
Alan Dodkins, BAE Systems Maritime, UK

* Lightweight Composite Seat Development
Peter Benzie, Altair - in Collaboration with Gordon Murray Design

Official 2013 Sponsors
- Aalco Metals Limited
  
  Aalco provides specialist services to the marine industry and is Europe’s largest independent stockholders, processors and distributors of aluminium, aluminium extrusion, Transition joints (Triplate®), stainless steels and copper alloys.
- Alicat Workboats
  
  Alicat Workboats manufacture a fleet of high quality aluminium workboats operated by Gardline and specifically designed for the offshore renewable energy sector.
- Armstrong Marine
  
  Armstrong Marine, Inc. designs and builds welded aluminum boats and barges. For more than two decades the Armstrong brothers, Josh and Cory, have been perfecting the use of aluminum as the material of choice for the marine environment.
- Blackburns Metals Limited
  
  Blackburns Metals supplies a comprehensive range of Aluminium, Stainless Steel and other metal derivatives, many of which are specifically tailored to marine applications. As one of Europes leading stockholders, Blackburns pride themselves on customising stock to suit specific market sectors, or individual customer requirements.
- BMF Commercial Marine
  
  BMF Commercial Marine is delighted to be coming back to Southampton for Seawork International 2013 and is looking forward to supporting the biggest Seawork ever and joining in celebrating 50 years of the RIB. In fact it’s a year of celebrations all round, with the BMF enjoying its centenary year as well.
- Class Instrumentation Ltd
  
  Established in 1996 by world renowned ultrasonics expert and current CEO Ken Hawes, Class Instrumentation Ltd has grown into a global leading player in ultrasonic survey equipment.
- CTruk
  
  CTruk is a market leader in the design and build of composite high-speed vessels. Its robust, lightweight and fuel-efficient workboats are proven OWSVs as well as having numerous applications across the military and security sector.
- Damen
  
  Damen is an international shipyard group but at its heart, there is still a family company. We operate in every niche market where we see an opportunity to improve, innovate or invest.
- Det Norske Veritas BV
  
  Det Norske Veritas (DNV) is an independent Foundation founded in 1864 whose objectives are safeguarding life, property and the environment. A world wide company offering its services to the Maritime and Renewable Energy Markets.
- Gardline
  
  Gardline operates a fleet of high quality aluminium workboats manufactured by Alicat Workboats and specifically designed for the offshore renewable energy sector.
- ICAEW Business Advice Service
  
  “SME growth is crucial to the UK’s economic success. In tough economic conditions, small businesses need the right advice and support to succeed.” Michael Izza, ICAEW Chief Executive
- Lairdside Maritime Centre
  
  As part of Liverpool John Moores University, Lairdside Maritime Centre is recognised to be at the forefront of knowledge and innovation in the maritime sector.
- Peters & May
  
  Peters & May the specialist in global boat transport – on stand A69 . Peters & May continues to be the world’s most diverse and esteemed leisure and commercial workboat shipping consultant and logistics provider.
- Scania
  
  Scania is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks and buses for heavy transport and engines for industrial, marine and power generation applications.
- Seamariner
  
  Seamariner, established in 1992, is a leading marine recruitment specialist. We offer a range of services within Maritime and Shipping, Ship Management, Travel/Logistics, Onshore and Renewables.
- Strand7 UK Ltd
  
  Strand7 software is a general-purpose Finite Element Analysis system for Windows® comprising pre-processing, post-processing and solvers.
- Telemar
  
  We are proud to support the Seawork 2013 Press Office, especially as supporting the management and handling of vital information for ships is at the centre of what we do.
- Veolia Environmental Services
  
  Veolia Environmental Services provides a range of recycling and waste management operations including collection, recycling, treatment, storage and disposal services to some of the world’s largest ocean going liners, major shipping companies and ports.
- WaterMota Limited
  
  Established in 1911, WaterMota Ltd is one of the leading Marine and Industrial distribution companies in the UK.
- Yellow Admiral Limited
  
  Yellow Admiral is a specialist marine employment agency providing professional recruitment services to both companies and job-seekers on a world-wide basis.
- See more at: http://www.seawork.com/industry-support/2013-sponsors#sthash.wQLhmMII.dpuf
Strand7 UK Ltd

Strand7 software is a general-purpose Finite Element Analysis system for Windows® comprising pre-processing, post-processing and solvers.
Telemar

We are proud to support the Seawork 2013 Press Office, especially as supporting the management and handling of vital information for ships is at the centre of what we do.

WHERE

The Altair Technology Conference (UK) will take place on 10th September 2013 at the Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire. The venue is easily accessible and well signposted between junctions 13 and 12 of the M40.

Heritage Motor Centre
Banbury Road
Gaydon
Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ

AGENDA

Official 2013 Sponsors

Aalco Metals Limited

Alicat Workboats

Armstrong Marine

Blackburns Metals Limited

BMF Commercial Marine

Class Instrumentation Ltd

CTruk

Damen

Det Norske Veritas BV

Gardline

ICAEW Business Advice Service

Lairdside Maritime Centre

Peters & May

Scania

Seamariner

Strand7 UK Ltd

Telemar

Veolia Environmental Services

WaterMota Limited

Yellow Admiral Limited

Strand7 UK Ltd

Telemar

WHERE

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UK SPONSORS 2013 - EXHIBITORS