November 2
Exhibitor Check-in
Exhibitors may check in and set up their booths from 8 am – 5 pm. Check-in instructions will be sent out prior to the conference. For questions, please contact Lauren Medders at lmedders@scbiznews.com.
Exhibitor & Sponsor Welcome Cocktail Reception (not open to general public)
This Welcome Cocktail Reception is for Exhibitors and Sponsors only and is closed to the general public. This signature event is one of the perks of being an Exhibitor or Sponsor and is a fantastic networking opportunity. Registration instructions will be sent to all Exhibitors and Sponsors.
November 3
Manufacturing Expo
Visit the Manufacturing Expo to have access to our Exhibitors. The Expo Floor spans approximately three football fields in size and attendees are encouraged to explore the entire space. The Manufacturing Expo will be open to the public from 8 am - 5 pm.
CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN
CREATING A DIGITAL TWIN
Exploring Use Cases for Replicating Manufacturing Processes, Assets and Facilities
A digital twin is a virtual model designed to accurately reflect a physical object. In essence, it’s a computer program that […]
SCMEP Training Session, ZERO-DOWNTIME, ZERO-DEFECTS: MANUFACTURING WITH A.I. AND PREDICTIVE ANALYTICS
ZERO-DOWNTIME AND ZERO-DEFECTS
Using Artificial Intelligence and Predictive Analytics to Drive Results
Presenter: IoTco (Internet of Things Company)
A decrease in unplanned downtime or a few percentage points of scrap reduction can yield millions of dollars in savings for manufacturers.
Does your organization have the necessary organizational and technical maturity to embark on your […]
SCMEP Training Session, LEVERAGING NEW TECHNOLOGIES TO MITIGATE WORKFORCE CHALLENGES
LEVERAGING NEW TECHNOLOGIES TO MITIGATE WORKFORCE CHALLENGES
Using Automation Solutions to Solve Labor Shortages and Increase Productivity
Presenter: Daedalus Industrial
Most manufacturers will have read or heard about how modern technologies can help address the current labor and workforce challenges. But what are those technologies and, specifically, in which areas of the plant […]
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IS A GAME CHANGER
AI is Revolutionizing Advanced Manufacturing Smart Factories
AI is not just revolutionizing the world of manufacturing, it’s changing the way we create, collaborate, and educate. Join SC Competes and industry leaders for a deep dive into how AI can help alleviate labor shortages, solve complex plant floor challenges, and inspire the […]
2023 Economic Outlook: Auto, Aerospace, Biotech
South Carolina is one of the fastest-growing advanced manufacturing hubs in the Southeast, and the state has long been known for its production of automobiles. The Palmetto State is currently #1 in the country in auto and tire exports by value and is also #1 in the export of completed […]
November 4
Manufacturing Expo
Visit the Manufacturing Expo to have access to our Exhibitors. The Expo Floor spans approximately three football fields in size and attendees are encouraged to explore the entire space. The Manufacturing Expo will be open to the public from 8 am – 1 pm.
PRESENTED BY: SUPPORTED BY: […]
Women in Manufacturing: Leaders and Influencers
Maybe the most popular event of the annual conference is the Women in Manufacturing: Leaders and Influencers Breakfast. Although women make up 47% of the total workforce, they only comprise about 30% of all those employed in manufacturing industries. And only about 20% of executive leaders in manufacturing are women.
However, […]
SCMEP Manufacturing Excellence Awards
The anchor event of the SC Manufacturing Conference and Expo is a quarter-century old! The 25th annual awards luncheon will honor South Carolina manufacturers in a variety of categories. The judging process is coordinated by the South Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership. Lunch will be provided, and pre-registration is required.
The Keynote […]
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