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Assago, April 27th, 2018
XYLEXPO 2018 AGENDA
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TUESDAY, MAY 08, 2018
10.00-10.30Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
"WELCOME COFFE" FOR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATIONS VISITING XYLEXPO
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
10.30-11.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
WELCOME MEETING FOR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATIONS VISITING XYLEXPO
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
Featuring:
Rossella EvangelistiWoodworking machinery manager at Ice Agenzia.
Dario CorbettaDirector at Cepra.
Info: Piero Borroni, , phone +39 02 89210237.
The event is restricted to delegates invited to Xylexpo 2018.
The working session will be in English.
12.00-12.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“INDUSTRY X.0: CONNECTED MACHINES”
New digital technologies applied to machinery are revolutionizing the industrial domain and help redesign processes, operations and the experience of companies and their customers. Key enablers such as artificial intelligence, connected assets and products allow to deliver new services and to create new business models.
Accenture presents an overview of topics related to connected machines and enable services.
Organized by ACCENTURE (
Featuring:
Giancarlo Paccapeli Industry X.0 Digital Delivery Lead
Info: Giancarlo Paccapeli, , phone +39 393 9548279.
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided.
14.30-16.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“ADHESIVES AND BONDING: RAW MATERIALS FROM NATURE"
For lamination or load-bearing applications, adhesives are critical elements for the performance and visual impact of an artifact; in this domain, the use of natural raw materials is increasing.
Organized by POLITECNICO DI MILANO - “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, supported by Poliefun ( and CATAS (
Featuring:
Franco BulianDeputy Director at Catas
“Adhesives for furniture: requirements and properties”
Paolo GronchiAssociate Professor, "Giulio Natta" Department of Chemistry,
Materials and Chemical Engineering, Politecnico di Milano
"Which bonding is sustainable?"
Speakers:
Gianluca Brocchieri, Research & Development at Panguaneta (
“Safe and sustainable wood-based panels for future furniture”
Katia Trovenzi, R&D manager at Marlegno (
“Wooden structures and eco-friendly adhesives”
Andrea Comparini, R&D Analist at Agroils (
"Green chemistry in adhesive production"
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided.
15.00-16.00Lem 2
HOMAG PRESS CONFERENCE
Info: Julia Weber, , phone +49 0744 3132588.
16.00-17.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“FROM PRODUCT TO SERVICE: HOW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
ARE TRANSFORMING INSTRUMENTAL GOODS"
Product innovation is no longer enough to protect your competitive edge from globalization, digital disruption, and increasing customer demands. It is essential to change your offer radically, expanding the customer service portfolio and, in some case, revolutionizing your business model.
A service transformation strategy supported by new tools and technologies that enable increasingly effective and efficient services across the product lifecycle.
But how can you design such a radical change? Which changes are necessary? Real examples from the instrumental goods industry will illustrate a method to support companies in this journey.
Organized by IQ CONSULTING ( a spin-off of the University of Brescia.
Featuring:
Nicola Saccani Associate Professor at the University of Brescia,
RISE Laboratory, ASAP Service coordinator
Management Forum.
Info: Prof. Nicola Saccani, .
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
16.30-17.30Hall 1, Booth M20-P11
CASADEI BUSELLATO PRESS CONFERENCE
Info: Giusy Torrisi, , phone +49 0445 690035.
17.00-18.00Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
“INCOMING HAPPY HOUR - BUSINESS MATCHING”
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
Info: Piero Borroni, , phone +39 02 89210237.
The event is restricted to delegates invited to Xylexpo 2018 and Italian companies.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 09, 2018
10.00-10.30Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
"WELCOME COFFE" FOR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATIONS VISITING XYLEXPO
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
10.00-11.00Hall 3, Booth A1-C14
CEFLA PRESS BREAKFAST
Info: Massimo Calvi, , phone +39 347 2753115.
10.00-11.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“INCREASED REALITY IN INDUSTRIAL FIELD”
The use of increased reality can reduce the costs of remote interventions and the training of operators.
Organized by: Digital Tales (
Featuring:
Carlo FabrisBusiness development Manager
Info: Carlo Fabris, , phone +39 346 2295919.
The working session will be in Italian with simultaneous translation into English.
11.00-11.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“WORLD FURNITURE OUTLOOK 2018”
The World Furniture Outlook by Csil presents forecasts for the global furniture industry (100 countries) and analyzes the major drivers of production, consumption and global trade of furniture, in traditional and emerging markets.
Organized by: Csil-Centro studi industria leggera (
Featuring:
Alessandra Tracogna Senior Partner Csil-Centre for Industrial Studies
Info: Alessandra Tracogna, , phone +39 02 796630 int.14.
The working session will be in Italian with simultaneous translation into English.
12.00-14.00Hall 1, Booth A10-F02
BIESSE LUNCH & PRESS TOUR
Info: Alessandra Fico, , phone +49 0721 439242.
12.00-12.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“INDUSTRY X.0: LIVE CONNECTED FACTORY”
Accenture has ha recently opened its new Industrial Innovation Center in Modena – in collaboration with Hpe Coxa – offering live demos of IoT technologies. The center is located in a real-world production facility, created to show how the adoption of advanced digital technology can drive sustainable growth, supported by new levels of efficiency and faster development of new business concepts
This session illustrates the role of Accenture's Innovation Center as accelerator for innovation development and deployment.
Organized by ACCENTURE (
Featuring:
Giorgio Torresani Industry X.0 & Digital Supply Chain Lead for Italy,
Central Europe & Greece
Gabriele Del Sorbo Industry X.0 Technology Senior Manager
Info: Giorgio Torresani, , phone +39 334 6348124;
Gabriele Del Sorbo, , phone +39 335 1322999.
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided.
12.30-13.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“CORPORATE WELFARE: TAILORED SOLUTIONS FROM SMBs TO BIG COMPANIES"
A decalogue of suggestions for successful corporate welfare.
Organized by WELFARE4YOU (
Featuring:
Paolo BarbieriFounder and Ceo
Info: .
The working session will be in Italian.
14.00-15.00Hall 4, Floor 2, Room Beta
SIEMPELKAMP PRESS CONFERENCE
Info: Christian Hassler, .
14.30-16.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“NEW ROUTES FOR LAMINATION”
The adoption of advanced technology leads to unexpected results. Which challenges have been won and which are still open to achieve attractive surfaces with undisputable performance?
Organized by POLITECNICO DI MILANO - “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, supported by Poliefun ( and CATAS (
Featuring:
Franco Bulian, Vice Director at Catas
“New surfaces: which performance?”
Paolo Gronchi, associate professor at the “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, Politecnico di Milano
"The effects of radiations on surfaces"
Speakers:
Giorgio Agnoletti, Senior Product Manager Alpi (
“Alpi 2.0: design, innovation and sustainability”
Francesca Montefusco, Fenix Product Manager, Arpa Laminati (
“Nanotech materials for interior design”
Luca Ballarin, Leansor general manager (
"Automatic application of new cement coatings on furniture and product quality control according to neuronal models"
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided
16.00-17.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“3D PRINTING, TECHNICAL AND TECHNOLOGICAL FEASIBILITY”
More and more manufacturing companies are attracted by 3D printing (or Additive Manufacturing), an increasingly popular process for the direct production of components, equipment and spare parts. The seminar analyzes this technology and its characteristics in depth, focusing on real applications, application areas and the benefits achieved by companies adopting these systems.
Organized by IQ CONSULTING ( a spin-off of the University of Brescia.
Featuring:
Massimo Zanardini Senior Consultant at IQ Consulting
Info: Massimo Zanardini,
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
16.00-17.30Hall 2, Booth A01-D11
SCM PRESS “CONNECT” MEETING
Presentation of the main technological innovations and light buffet.
Info: Alessandra Leardini, , phone +39 0541 700230.
17.00-18.00Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
“INCOMING HAPPY HOUR - BUSINESS MATCHING”
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
Info: Piero Borroni, , phone +39 393 1335024
The event is restricted to delegates invited to Xylexpo 2018 and Italian companies.
18.30 Congress Center Stella Polare at Fieramilano-Rho - South Entrance
"XYLEXPO NIGHT"
A gala evening for exhibitors and media
XIA-Xylexpo Innovation Awards
Awarding ceremony.
Buffet dinner, music and…
Info for exhibitors: Paola Piazzolla, .
Info for media: Luca Rossetti, .
The event is invite-only, exclusively open to media and Xylexpo 2018 exhibitors, therefore the exhibitors who have not received an invitation should apply to the secretariat, while media representatives can apply directly at the press office (Building E16, in front of Hall 2).
THURSDAY, MAY 10, 2018
10.00-10.30Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
"WELCOME COFFE" FOR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATIONS VISITING XYLEXPO
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
10.30-11.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“CORPORATE WELFARE: FINANCING AND IMPLEMENTING PWA"
Voucher or Welfare Platform? Second-tier agreement or corporate regulation?
Premium welfare and MBO. Costs and benefits of alternative options.
Organized by WELFARE4YOU (
Featuring:
Paolo BarbieriFounder and Ceo
Info: .
The working session will be in Italian.
11.00-11.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“INDUSTRY X.0: INDUSTRIAL CONSUMERISM”
In the age of Industrial Consumerism, B2B companies must drive growth by adopting unconventional approaches. To meet the increasing demand of "immersive and diversified" experiences, companies will have to leverage digital products and services. This requires a progressive digitalization of processes and tools, combined with an accurate alignment of the workforce to an increasingly digital business landscape. The event illustrates the key trends and basic principles of the current digital transformation.
Organized by ACCENTURE (
Featuring:
Gianluca GiarratanaSenior Manager Industry X.0 & Digital Supply Chain
Info: Gianluca Giarratana, , phone +39 320 9252612.
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided.
11.30-13.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“JOINERY 4.0. Part 1”
To be successful in today's market, producing is not enough, additional capabilities are required. This meeting will focus on the topics and activities that contribute to increase the attractiveness of a company for customers and why.
Organized by KOSMOSOFT ENGINEERING (
Featuring:
Stefano FrignaniIT engineer and sales manager at Kosmosoft
Info: Stefano Frignani, , phone +39 393 1335024.
The event is in Italian language.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
14.30-16.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
"COATING: THE NEW HORIZONS OF SUSTAINABILITY"
Coatings have always been a key topic in the debate about the sustainability of production processes for any product. Much progress has been made and more is being achieved, thanks to the continuous evolution of products and processes supported by research.
Organized by POLITECNICO DI MILANO - “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, supported by Poliefun ( and CATAS (
Featuring:
Paolo Gronchi, associate professor at the “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, Politecnico di Milano
"The challenge of renewable raw materials"
Franco Bulian, Vice Director at Catas
“Coating processes: the scenario”
Speakers:
Cristoforo Brendas, Business Manager Polveri Italia at Arsonsisi (
“Powder coatings for heat-sensitive substrates”
Andrea Ghezzi, Technical consultant South Europe Region Akzo Nobel (
“Sustainable solutions for wood coatings”
Lorenzo Paniccia, R&D Technical Manager at Ica (
“New coatings for new results”.
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided
16.00-17.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“PROJECT CULTURE IN THE ENTERPRISE”
This conference illustrates the topic of project culture and the new tools required for companies that adopt engineer-to-order methods or a project-driven approach, as customers require complex and custom functional requirements combined with short lead time.
Organized by IQ CONSULTING ( a spin-off of the University of Brescia.
Featuring:
Pietro Pezzolla Senior Consultant at IQ Consulting
Info: Pietro Pezzolla, .
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
17.00-18.00Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
“INCOMING HAPPY HOUR - BUSINESS MATCHING”
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO
Info: Piero Borroni, , phone +39 02 89210237.
The event is restricted to delegates invited to Xylexpo 2018 and Italian companies.
FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2018
10.00-10.30Delegations Area, Hall 4, Booth C65/D70
"WELCOME COFFE" FOR INTERNATIONAL DELEGATIONS VISITING XYLEXPO
Organized by ICE AGENZIA, CEPRA and XYLEXPO.
10.00-10.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“INDUSTRY X.0: WORKFORCE OF THE FUTURE”
With the adoption of new digital technologies, companies and entire industries are creating new ecosystems and new smart, innovative and networked business models. The key to success is a workforce with digital skills, able to collaborate with machinery to expand the core business and improve the customer experience. According to Accenture, digitalization, industrialization and optimization are three key trends that companies must pursue to support their digital transformation.
Organized by ACCENTURE (
Featuring:
Giuseppe La Commare Managing Director Industrial and Travel Lead
Info: Giuseppe La Commare, ,
phone +39 334 6721081
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided.
10.30-11.30XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“DUE DILIGENCE IN THE WOOD-PULP INDUSTRY”
Five years after the introduction of the European Regulation No. 995/2010 against "illegal cutting", Conlegno, having been officially recognized by the European Commission, is a key partner for the correct implementation of EUTR by all wood-pulp stakeholders.
Organized by CONLEGNO (
Featuring:
Angelo Mariano Technical Department manager at Legnok
Davide Paradiso Development manager at Conlegno
Info: Davide Paradiso, phone +39 02 89095300 ext. 368.
The event is in Italian language.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
11.30-13.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
"JOINERY 4.0. Part 2”
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is happening right now and technology allows to produce with totally different methods from the past. This meeting will show how - with new technology affordable to many - even small and medium enterprises can be monitored and managed easily, anytime and anywhere.
Organized by KOSMOSOFT ENGINEERING (
Featuring:
Stefano FrignaniIT engineer and sales manager at Kosmosoft
Info: Stefano Frignani, , phone. +39 393 1335024
The event is in Italian language.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
14.30-16.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“VISUAL IMPACT AND PERFORMANCE FOR FUTURE SURFACES”
Where are we going? Which benefits can end consumers expect and how can materials and technologies collaborate to achieve a totally new scenario, with stricter applications and standards, while ensuring beauty and quality?
Organized by POLITECNICO DI MILANO - “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, supported by Poliefun ( and CATAS (
Featuring:
Paolo Gronchi, associate professor at the “Giulio Natta” Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering, Politecnico di Milano
"Surface properties for everyday use"
Franco Bulian, Vice Director at Catas
“Surfaces in furniture: new requirements”
Speakers:
Stefano Corrado, Account manager Coatings at Merck Group (
"The new frontiers of color"
Francesca Valan, architecture consultant, and Massimo Galbiati, R&D manager, Wood Ive laboratory, Lechler (
Diego Skerlic, R&D department at Valcucine (
“The Italian furniture challenge: combining sustainability, safety and performance”.
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will be provided
16.00-17.00XYLEXPO ARENA, Hall 4, Booth C31-D32
“SWITCH: THE SUPPLY RISK"
A reflection on the importance of defining, measuring and controlling the risks related to "supply chains". The service reliability and economic soundness of suppliers can have a strong impact on the business results of a company; therefore, it is essential to provide companies with adequate tools to evaluate the health of their supply chains and networks.
Organized by IQ CONSULTINGG ( a spin-off of the University of Brescia.
Featuring:
Anna Lancini Senior Consultant at IQ Consulting
Info: Anna Lancini, .
The working session will be in Italian.
Simultaneous translation in English language will not be provided.
SATURDAY, MAY 12, 2018
No events are scheduled