ReMake Manufacturing: Recent Episodes
Red-Fern Media Solutions Limited
A deep dive intro how manufacturing businesses grow, win new business and go-to-market from Red-Fern Media.
A Podcast series featuring manufacturing brands including clients and partners(past/present/future) sharing their experiences and views on topics ranging from the future of UK manufacturing sales, impact of Brexit, marketing and finding new sources of growth.
Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Our guest this week is Alex Wallace, he is the Service Delivery Specialist & Global Process Owner for Borescope Inspection at Rolls-Royce. He has over a decade of experience in engine maintenance and repair, Alex has been at the forefront of digital transformation, spearheading the adoption of robotics, automation, and digital twins in the industry. His leadership has been pivotal in navigating the skills crisis and driving multi-million-pound cost-saving efforts. Today, we're discussing safety, innovation, and the future of manufacturing in the era of Industry 5.0.
We discuss:
- How digital transformation has reshaped his role in engine maintenance
- The Rise of the Digital Twin in Engine Inspection
- Engine Maintenance as Keyhole Surgery
- Safety and Innovation in Manufacturing
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation. We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes. This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.
Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Our guest this week is Kevin Matthews, the Chief Executive Officer at Scott
Bader.
Scott Bader is a fascinating employee-owned global
manufacturer, specializing in advanced composites, structural adhesives,
and functional polymers.
With a century of expertise and a commitment to
innovation, they have built a reputation for outstanding quality and
technical expertise in a variety of markets worldwide.
Today, we delve into Kevin's role in shaping the future of the business while
considering the interests of employees and navigating the unique
challenges of a multinational, employee-owned company.
We discuss:
- Benefits and drawbacks of the employee-owned structure
- Potential impact of UK's regulatory framework post-Brexit
- Importance of a clear long-term strategy for manufacturing
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinarJoin us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation.We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes.This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.
Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Our returning guest this week is Russell Watkins. He is influencing and redesigning the manufacturing landscape. Russell is the co-founder of Sempai and is a leading figure in Lean Manufacturing and the Toyota Production System principles. With his rich expertise, Russell has been driving forward a multitude of businesses, from those with a £1m turnover to those with a £6bn turnover, over the last 17 years. From shopfloors in Europe to boardrooms in Asia, Russell's transformative work has touched four continents, upskilling more than a thousand people and enabling over a hundred businesses to thrive. Whether it’s consulting for a Toyota Group company, creating the JCB Production System, or establishing Lean Academies for billion-pound global manufacturing businesses, Russell's impact has been far-reaching.
We discuss:
- The PR problem in manufacturing, including public perception and misconceptions about the industry
- The challenge of attracting and retaining talent in manufacturing, particularly with younger generations
- The challenges and advantages for smaller manufacturers in lean implementation
- The importance of human decision-making in the face of advancing AI technology
The link to our previous conversation with Russel 👇 https://manufacturing.red-fern.co.uk/podcasts/lean-lessons-on-manufacturing
Register for our online event - Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing. Live on 12th September 2023
👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Our returning guest this week is Fhaheen Khan, Senior Economist at Make UK, an organisation that exists to help secure the future growth and development of the UK manufacturing sector. It delivers through a combo of government representation, industry intelligence, networking programs and business services.
We discuss:
- Industry rebound in the second quarter after a weak 2022
- Brexit's impact on manufacturing companies
- Sector-specific performance in manufacturing
- Recovery and investments in decarbonization
The link to our previous conversation with Fhaheen 👇
https://manufacturing.red-fern.co.uk/podcasts/understanding-the-challenges-and-championing-the-industry
Mentioned in this episode:
Embracing the Digital Future: Transformation in Manufacturing
Register for our online event here 👉 resources.red-fern.co.uk/webinar
Join us on 12th September for a dynamic webinar on Digital Transformation in Manufacturing. As digital technologies increasingly intersect with the manufacturing sector, this webinar will serve as your guide to the most significant trends and challenges shaping this transformation. We'll examine key digital innovations like IoT, AI, and smart factories, exploring their impacts on efficiency, sustainability, and workforce dynamics. Our discussion will further delve into a selection of real-world case studies, demonstrating how leading manufacturers are successfully adapting to these changes. This is a prime opportunity for professionals and decision-makers to gain insights into the digital revolution in manufacturing. Learn, network, and strategise your own organisation's path in this evolving landscape.
Our guest this week is Maurizio Bragagni, a titan of the cable industry and a man who embodies resilience and ingenuity in equal measures. He's an Italian-born industrialist, who has taken a family-owned company, born in the aftermath of war, and turned it into a global powerhouse in cable technology. From humble beginnings in 1966, his company now boasts a turnover of £250 million, 36 offices, and five factories dotted around the UK, each bringing economic stimulation to some of the country's most depressed areas. As CEO of Tratos Group, Maurizio has helped revolutionize an age-old industry while maintaining a focus on people, purpose, and prosperity.
We discuss:
- Operation as a family business with an emphasis on social corporate responsibility
- Reflection on the current crisis as a crisis of talent rather than a financial one
- The mission of creating jobs and opportunities in depressed areas of the UK
- Loyalty and commitment to employees and their well-being
Our guest this week is Saffi Ali - Staff Solutions Architect at Google. Saffi's expertise lies in driving cloud migration and modernization projects across Google Cloud. He's passionate about co-building cloud-native solutions with the developer community, leveraging technologies such as serverless computing, DevOps, and generative AI. With a focus on the manufacturing sector, Saffi challenges the status quo, reimagines business processes, and helps companies optimize their operations.
We discuss:
- The challenges facing manufacturing businesses in the UK
- The role of digital, cloud, and AI in revolutionizing manufacturing
- Real-world use cases for modernizing manufacturing processes
Fedor Antonov is the CEO of Anisoprint. Anisoprint makes 3D printers that many other companies are now using to make their futuristic products and prototypes. The company's carbon fibre printers are disrupting numerous markets aiming to replace metal parts with more optimal composite material parts wherever possible. We discuss: What makes Anisoprint different from the competition How 3D printing has the potential to kickstart an industrial revolution The major roadblocks that hinder Anisoprint's progression How localised 3D printing will be more environmentally friendly The geopolitical impact on connecting with customers and markets
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
Deyrick Allen is the Managing Director of IoT Horizon, a company specialising in digital transformation. IoT Horizon helps make sense of that nebulous term “the internet of things”, helping clients optimise processes, improve productivity and generate new lines of revenue. We discuss: The parameters of “the Internet of Things” The clients IoT Horizon serves and the problems they solve What the future looks like with industry 4.0 Addressing the UK skills shortage in the industry
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
Dr Gillian Murray is the Deputy Principal in Business and Enterprise at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh. She leads a dynamic department with strong links to UK manufacturing, which prides itself on its hands-on, collaborative approach. Dr Murray has been there since 2016, helping to mobilise the University’s intellectual and capital assets to address global challenges and drive social and economic transformation. We discuss: The current health of UK manufacturing How to solve the ongoing skills shortage New ways of working and collaborating together The cutting-edge ideas the university is helping to develop
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
Manuel Oliveira, CEO & Co-Founder of KIT-AR. KIT-AR is a highly innovative company that provides an AR solution for the manufacturing industry that’s enhanced with AI technology, providing employees with information that can reduce errors and cut costs on the shop floor, while also providing operational insights for managers. We discuss: How AI and AR can improve manufacturing Pain and gain of start ups and spin outs KIT-AR's process of getting on the radar of big companies Is the UK manufacturing on the cusp of a major revival
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
Katy Moss is the Managing Director at Trent Refractories. Trent Refractories are a UK based manufacturer, founded in 1989. They supply bespoke refractory solutions, supplying the UK market and beyond. Two generations on, the company is still owned and managed by her family. Their ‘Fluid Thinking’ approach enables them to target exactly what customers need in order to utilize resources in the most effective manner. We discuss: Moving sideways into the industry from finance How forward-thinking has modernised over the years The secret to succeeding in the face of adversity what female leaders can bring to UK manufacturing
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
Jerry Foster is the CTO of Plex Systems, a global company based in the US, that makes software to fully digitise manufacturing operations, helping build the products of tomorrow today. The company has been around for thirty years and currently oversees a mind-boggling 8 billion transactions per day. Jerry has been CTO from the start – co-founding the company with 4 colleagues. He is passionate about reshaping manufacturing to embrace industry 4.0. We discuss: How manufacturing can prepare for industry 4.0 What the smart revolution really means What we can do to tackle supply chain volatility The solution to the labour shortage problem - is there one?
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
James Patterson, Managing Director at Biological Preparations. They are the UK market leader in biological and ecological cleaning solutions. They specialize in the development of products based on microbial, anti-microbial, plant extract and enzyme technology. We discuss: The origin story behind Biological Preparations The past, present and future of biotechnology What they're doing to create a more sustainable future How companies can reduce their supply chain carbon footprint
Mentioned in this episode: Remake Manufacturing brought to you by Redfern Media Find out more at http://www.remakemanufacturing.com
Sebastian Elmgren is Head of Business Development and Product Marketing at Ericsson. They're leading the charge in industry 4.0 and pioneering 5G in factories to boost productivity and propel manufacturing forward. We discuss: The most significant changes happening in Manufacturing What 5G will do for manufacturing businesses The ROI of 5G for enterprises What Ericsson's ecosystem of partners looks like The thinking behind investing over $100m into smart factories
William Wilson is the CEO of Siemens Mobility UK, which designs and manufactures trains and also employs over 5000 people in the UK. William has been in the industry for over 20 years and leads innovation in mobility and sustainability. He is passionate about the state of UK manufacturing, as well as attracting and retaining top talent in the industry. We discuss: The development of railways in terms of technology, innovation and infrastructure Siemens Mobility's approach to sustainability How the railways can contribute to achieving Net Zero by 2050 The biggest barriers stopping the industry from hitting its sustainability targets How to face the challenge of skill shortages more effectively
Richard Hagan is the Managing Director at Crystal Doors. He has 25+ years of experience in the manufacturing industry and is very passionate about sustainability. Richard successfully made Crystal Doors a Net Zero company, as well as a leader in Environmental manufacturing impact reduction and manufacturing for a wide range of Industries. His mantra is: “Save money, save Planet, start simple.” We discuss: The current state of the UK manufacturing sector Why Crystal Doors invests in Green spending How companies can achieve Net Zero What the manufacturing industry can do to improve sustainability The role of leadership and what principles leaders should live by
Kenton Robbins is the Group Managing Director for PFF Packaging. He has been a director for two of the UK's largest FMCG Plc.’s and worked in both the Public and Private sectors. He now leads PFF Packaging, one of the UK’s largest independent food packaging manufacturers. We discuss: PFF’s sustainability initiatives How best to manage and reduce plastic production How the industry can meet sustainability targets What manufacturing businesses can do to reduce their carbon footprint
Jeff Mize is the CEO at Post Process. His company is the leader in automated post-printing solutions for additive manufacturing. Its solutions are used across aerospace, defence, automotive, consumer goods, dental, and the medical industries. Jeff has a track record of rapidly scaling technology businesses. First with Climate Corporation, a digital agricultural platform and also NAVTEQ, a digital map business. We discuss: Digitising manual processes with AI and Machine learning International expansion and market value Supply chains and sustainability The most pressing current challenges in manufacturing The future of manufacturing and technology
John Pearce is the CEO of Made in Britain, The official collective mark for British manufacturers, across 30 product classes. Their aim is to unite the entire manufacturing community in Britain and they are growing fast, taking on new members all the time. We discuss: How Made In Britain provides value to community members The most pressing challenges within the manufacturing sector What the manufacturing industry can do to improve sustainability The pandemics impact on localising supply chains What the key challenges are for new and growing UK manufacturers Growth trends within the manufacturing sector The cornerstones of a strong manufacturing sector in the UK
Fhaheen Khan is Senior Economist at Make UK, an organisation that exists to help secure the future growth and development of the UK manufacturing sector. Make UK makes this happen through a combination of government representation, industry intelligence, networking programmes and business services. We discuss: The roles and responsibilities of a senior economist The most pressing challenges for new and growing UK manufacturers New rules that UK manufacturers typically fall foul of since Brexit How can the manufacturing industry ensure we hit sustainability targets What can be done about manufacturers often struggling to adopt new technology UK manufacturing data trends- Where is the demand coming from?
Download the report here: https://www.makeuk.org/insights/reports/manufacturing-outlook-2021-q3 (Manufacturing Outlook 2021 Q3 | Make UK)
Greg Paulsen, an expert in advanced manufacturing and a real advocate for 3D printing. He is the Director of Application Engineering at Xometry. They are the leading AI-enabled marketplace for on-demand manufacturing, transforming one of the largest industries in the world. Xometry creates a marketplace that enables designers and engineers to rapidly source high-quality, on-demand manufactured parts. We discuss: Where 3D printing is today and how it works on an industrial scale How Xometry is disrupting the manufacturing sector The most pressing challenges within the industry The impact of Covid on manufacturing and Xometry specifically What new technology is on the horizon for manufacturing
Harriet Bowyer, Assistant Marketing Communications Manager at Hitachi High-Tech Analytical Science. She is part of the global marketing team, focused on their established and newer product lines. Hitachi’s products serve a diverse array of industries including electronics and metal finishing, battery development, polymers research and quality control, petrochem, mining and food. Harriet is also a triathlete, competing in the GB Age Group team at Middle Distance Triathlon. We talked about: What Hitachi is doing to drive global sustainability How the company strategically markets to a technical audience The most pressing challenges the industry is facing today How Hitachi overcomes regional and cultural challenges The process of injecting emotion into a rational buying decision
Nigel Davies, Director of Technical and Sustainability at Muntons, a UK based malting company and the largest producer of malted ingredients in the world. He is also Managing Director of Maltdoctor, specialising in Sustainability Strategy and Carbon Footprinting for the Malting and Brewing Industries. We talk about: How Muntons leads in sustainability Understanding your carbon footprint and demystifying the jargon How the UK can reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 How Muntons sustainability initiatives keep the company ahead and winning new business What businesses can do to lower carbon footprint in their supply chain
David Hamilton works at Bakkavor helping to produce over 75 million pizzas a year. That’s a lot of Dough! He has deep sector experience from starting as an apprentice electrician to leading production and creating a complete engineering strategy for the company by introducing modern technology processes which can strip out costs while still maintaining the highest quality standards. We talked about: Finding the sweet spot between low costs & high quality Balancing automation efficiency with workplace jobs The insights he gained from working in Poland & Denmark How the industry embraces new technology The impact of Brexit & the growing skill gaps within the sector
Russell Watkins is the Co-Founder of Sempai and expert in all things concerning Lean Manufacturing. He knows the subject intimately, which is why it is great to hear his insights - from his experiences in Japan, where Lean was invented, to a wealth of manufacturing companies across the UK that have benefited from his knowledge. We talk about: How Lean can improve manufacturing outputs and processes Overcoming the challenges of adopting Lean How Sempai helps solve their client's manufacturing pains and challenges Making the manufacturing industry attractive to new talent and clients
Marco Chacin is currently the Principal Robotics Engineer for Airbus. Marco started from humble beginnings in Venezuela and his love for robotics at an early age ended up taking him around the world, working at companies such as KUKA, Nasa and currently Airbus in Wales where he lives with his family. This conversation is all about the exciting, fast-moving field of Robotics and the impact it will have on all our lives. Enjoy the conversation.
Hadi Moztarzadeh is the Senior Technology Officer at the University of Warwick and a member of the STP Forum, - his focus is squarely on helping to drive the growth of the manufacturing Sector. He’s a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in Technology Innovation, Strategic Planning and Leadership - across both academia and industry. We talked about: How the STP leads change across the industry How government can help build a strong manufacturing sector The challenge of diversity and inclusion in the sector And of course…. the Euros.
Scott Houghton is head of Robotics and automation at BCW. Scott leads the company’s adoption of automation and is a passionate advocate of the manufacturing sector in the UK. He has extensive experience across manufacturing and a deep knowledge of automated solutions, engineering solutions, process improvements and technical design, to name just a few. We talk about: The story of automation to the wider UK economy Should we invest more in automation? Talent and supporting the skill levels How manufacturing is embracing technology
Sean Redfearn is the CEO and owner of Redfern Media and the brains behind the Re-Make Manufacturing podcast. This is episode one, so we thought it would be a good idea to kick things off with Sean to explain: The journey of Redfern Media has been on to date What the future looks like And, why he decided now is a good time to launch a new podcast all about manufacturing.
We also discuss: How he started his journey in the print industry Growing the agency from humble beginnings to a team of over 20 people with global manufacturing clients We also discuss what makes RedFern different to other agencies, why they chose to focus on manufacturing and what value that delivers to their clients.
From Redfern Media this is Re-Make Manufacturing.
John Wright is the experienced Managing Director of Brisbane Moss. He is a senior leader within the textiles industry. He is skilled in Management, Leadership, trend analysis, Textile and Fashion Design. We talk about how fashion tastes of consumers are changing, to be more sustainable with a focus on quality as opposed to the fast fashion disposable model made famous by PRIMARK and BooHoo and Top Shop for example. We talk about how how social media and technology has resulted in an explosion of young designers who are setting up their own fashion labels to cater to unique alternative tastes which is good for business because they service all ends of the market. Aside from their heritage, being a company that is 140 years old, We discuss what makes them unique and why brand like Prada, Gucci, Ralph Lauren souce from them. From Redfern Media this is Re-Make Manufacturing.
Fiona Norbury is an experienced marketing professional with a broad range of skills across marketing, branding and design. Her background in theatre design means that brand story-telling is a key component of her working style. Fiona works at Apeks, a long-established firm that designs, manufactures and distributes high quality SCUBA diving equipment. As Global Marketing Manager, Fiona plays a key role driving growth for the overall business within the Apeks brand. We discuss: Her love of travel and exploration Bringing diving to life for the rest of us Perceptions of manufacturing
From Redfern Media this is Re-Make Manufacturing.
Rupert Gatty the CEO of of CoolKit, the UK’s leading manufacturer of temperature controlled vans. He talked about his unique journey into the commercial vehicle industry and the hard work and determination that propelled the business to the top of the industry. We talk about: The problems CoolKit solve for their customers Why customers choose to work with them over the competition How they ensure the longevity of the business over the next 10 years What the biggest growth areas are and how covid has affected their business.
From Redfern media, this is Re-Make manufacturing.