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07/07/2015
Innovation and Technology Symposium 2015
09:30-18:00
Meeting Rooms N101-N112, HKCEC,
English or Putonghua with simultaneous interpretation service
Summary
This event showcase the latest development and application of innovative research and sustainable solutions.
Leading researchers will share their breakthroughs, and business leaders will talk about their cutting edge solutions.
General Enquiries - HKRITA: (852) 2627 8175 / info@hkrita.com
Registration Enquiries - HKTDC : (852) 2240 4217 / joe.hc.ng@hktdc.org
Website: www.hkrita.com/Symposium2015
Overview
Today's customer wants supply chain transparency, sustainable environmental solutions, flexible and highly customised production, and cost reductions through efficiencies and productivity gains. While continuous innovation drives and maintains our competitive advantage, applied research is the key to technological advances, value creation, and enhanced customer service.
HKRITA's Innovation and Technology Symposium 2015 will showcase the latest development and application of innovative research and sustainable solutions. Leading researchers will share their breakthroughs, and business leaders will talk about their cutting edge solutions.
Agenda
Keynote presentations in the morning session
(in presentation order)
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The Grand Challenges and Opportunities of Smart Textiles in Wearable Electronicsby Prof Xiao-ming Tao, Chair Professor of Textile Technology, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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Innovating for Impact by Dr David Ireland, General Manager, Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)
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Bespoke Innovation by Mr Jong Lee, Chief Executive Officer, Bonham Strand Limited
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Language: English or Putonghua with simultaneous interpretation service |
Six plenary sessions in the afternoon covering the topics of
Session A: Multi-functional Textiles and Apparel
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New Trend in High Performance Fibre and FRP by Prof Kanji Kajiwara, Research Professor, Faculty of Textile Science and Technology, Shinshu University
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Innovation in Sport Product by Ms Ellen Schmidt-Devlin, Director, Sports Product Management, University of Oregon
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Importance of Sportswear to High Performance in Sport by Dr Raymond So, Director of Elite Training Science and Technology, Hong Kong Sports Institute
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Session B: Wearable Technology
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High-performance Metallic Textiles for Wearable Electronics by Dr Zijian Zheng, Associate Professor, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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Wearable Technology Innovation for Muscle Performance and Recovery by Mr Steve Leftly, CEO, Sentrix Technology Limited
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Wearable Technology in Garments by Mr Joemanne Yeung, CEO/Founder, Power Way Hong Kong Development Limited
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Session C: Advanced Technology for Higher Efficiency in Quality and Production Management
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Modern Quality Management Platform to ASEAN Factories/Suppliers by Mr Justin Tam, Business Development Director, Aventres Enterprise Limited
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Explore the Big Data of Production Information to Win Your Customers by Mr Sam Liu, Director, B&S Equipment Development Limited
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Real Time Monitoring and Reporting of Energy Consumption in Textiles and Apparel Production Process by Mr Ryan Sin, Business Development Manager, Wavelane Technology Limited
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Session D: Advancement in Automation
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Quick Response Robotic Development and Trend by Mr Chuck Fung, Senior Consultant, Automation Service, Hong Kong Productivity Council
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Exploring the Blooming Customised Market through TAJIMA Innovative Automation Technology by Mr Jansen Poon, Manager in Marketing and Business Development, Tajima Embroidery Machine Limited
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Driving the Digital Enterprise and Realise Innovation by Mr Dieter Klinke, Director, Marketing Campaigns, Asia Pacific, Siemens Industry Software Limited and Mr Gorden Griem, Head of Digital Factory and Process Industries and Drives, Siemens Limited
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Session E: New Solutions for Elderly Care
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Light-induced Self-cleaning and Anti-bacterial Textiles by Prof John Xin, Head and Chair Professor, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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Innovative Functional Design of Textiles for Healthcare and Biomedical Applications by Prof Henry Li, Professor and Director, Textile Bioengineering Research Center, Institute of Textiles and Clothing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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Applications of Innovation and Technology for Improvement of Elderly Care by Ms Rosana Ho, District Co-ordinator (KC/YTM/KT), Tung Wah Group of Hospitals
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Session F: Novel Technology for Sustainability
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H&M’s Sustainable Innovation Initiatives by Mr Harsha Vardhan, Environment Responsible Global Production, H&M Hennes & Mauritz
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Sustainable Development by Innovation and Technologies by Mr Yugao Zhang, Group Director of Research and Development, Esquel Enterprises Limited
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Innovative Green Manufacturing Solutions for Textile Industry by Dr Chi Chung Lam, Principal Consultant, Materials and Manufacturing Technology Division, Hong Kong Productivity Council
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Programme details are subject to change without prior notice |