Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Time: 8:30-10:30
Accrington Stanley Football Club
Crown Ground
Livingstone Road
ACCRINGTON
Lancashire
BB5 5BX
United Kingdom
Join us as we kick off the first Manufacturing Forum of 2026 with expert insights from Eleri Roberts and Will Kinghorn of Made Smarter, alongside John Woodruffe, Managing Director of Turnkey Corporate, as they explore how manufacturers can thrive in an increasingly digital world.
Agenda
Embracing Industry 4.0: Driving Efficiency, Innovation and Continuous Improvement
John Woodruffe will introduce the core principles of Industry 4.0 and show how automation, smart technologies and data-driven processes can be integrated across operations to boost productivity, enhance quality and unlock new opportunities for continuous improvement.
Digital Transformation for SME Manufacturers
Made Smarter will highlight how SMEs can move beyond day-to-day pressures and embrace digital technologies as essential tools for growth, with access to expert advice, training and grant funding to support their journey.
Robotics & Automation in SME Manufacturing
Discover how automation and robotics are helping SMEs cut waste, improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact. Learn where to start and take practical steps towards a more sustainable, digitally enabled future.