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SUMMARY:AILU Member Event: Online Laser Safety Awareness & Laser Safety Officer Training
DESCRIPTION:13 & 14 October Online\nPro-Lite’s Laser Safety Awareness Workshop aims to explain the risks\, your rights and your responsibilities when working with lasers. The workshop is intended to be easily understood\, low on maths and perfect for those working with lasers in industry\, universities\, hospitals and research institutes who wish to keep up to date with laser safety. The optional Laser Safety Officer Training Workshop on the second day expands upon the awareness course and is intended for those who serve as laser safety officers in their organisations. \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-member-event-online-laser-safety-awareness-laser-safety-officer-training/
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SUMMARY:AILU Member Event - Laser Matters 2026
DESCRIPTION:Free to attend. \nHosted by MTC\, Laser Matters 2026 is an exciting day exploring how laser technology is helping to shape the future of manufacturing.  \nThe event brings together manufacturers\, researchers\, technology providers and industry leaders to share ideas\, explore emerging opportunities and experience advanced laser technologies first-hand.  \nExpect inspiring talks from industry experts\, opportunities to meet specialist exhibitors\, access to MTC’s world-leading laser facilities and plenty of chances to make new connections. Whether you’re already working with laser technology or simply curious about its potential\, there’s something to discover.  \nCome along\, get inspired and see what the future of laser-enabled manufacturing could look like. \nFind out more and register here: Laser Matters 2026
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-member-event-laser-matters-2026/
LOCATION:MTC\, Ansty Park\, Coventry\, CV7 9JU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:AILU MEMBER EVENTS
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SUMMARY:AILU Supported Event - Advanced Engineering 2026
DESCRIPTION:4-5 November 2026\nNEC\, Birmingham\nAdvanced Engineering is the only UK event connecting all industrial ecosystems\, driving high-value manufacturing and supply chain solutions. \nHere\, the brightest minds in design\, engineering\, and manufacturing come together to solve real-world challenges\, accelerate innovation\, develop skills\, and build a more sustainable future. \nFrom net-zero composites to energy-efficient processes\, visit the future of engineering. \nFind out more here www.advancedengineeringuk.com
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-supported-event-advanced-engineering-2026/
LOCATION:NEC Birmingham
CATEGORIES:AILU - SUPPORTED EVENTS
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SUMMARY:AILU Member Event: Livestream Laser Safety Officer for Industry Training Course
DESCRIPTION:4-5 November & 11-12 November online\n(4 x 3 hour sessions over 2 weeks)\nKentek’s livestream Laser Safety Officer for Industry course provides comprehensive training for individuals designated as Laser Safety Officers (LSOs) in industrial\, manufacturing and production environments across Europe and Switzerland. It equips participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage laser safety programs in accordance with international and European standards\, including IEC 60825-1\, IEC 60825-14\, part 14\, applicable EN harmonised standards\, and the European Directive 2006/25/EC on artificial optical radiation\, as well as relevant Swiss occupational safety requirements. The course emphasizes risk-based decision-making\, hazard evaluation\, and implementation of control measures to ensure safe operation of laser systems across a range of industrial applications. Participants will learn how to assess laser hazards\, define control strategies\, ensure regulatory compliance\, and support their organization in meeting its legal obligations for worker safety. \nThis course is ideal for designated or prospective Laser Safety Officers\, Engineers\, technicians\, and safety professionals working with laser systems\, EHS (Environmental\, Health & Safety) managers and compliance personnel\, and Supervisors responsible for laser operations.  \nClick here for more information and to register
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-member-event-livestream-laser-safety-officer-for-industry-training-course/
CATEGORIES:AILU MEMBER EVENTS
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SUMMARY:AILU 2026 Annual Job Shop Business Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Introduction\nThe laser manufacturing sector contains over 150 subcontractors in the UK. If you are a member of this community or in the supply chain\, this meeting is for you! \nNot a member of AILU? No problem! Non-members are welcome too. Talk to us about special offer tickets for non-members in the laser subcontract industry – especially if you have never experienced this meeting before.  \n  \nProgramme \n09:30 – 10:00   Registration & refreshments \n10:00 – 10:05   Welcome & Introduction\nChris Waters (Chair of AILU Job Shop Group) \n10:05 – 10:25  What’s Happening to UK Manufacturing in 2027?\nJim Davison (MakeUK) \n10:25 – 10:45  Buying Energy in 2027\nLiam Conway (Greenfields Energy Group) \n10:45 – 11:15  Level Up with AI: Build Your Own AI Board of Advisors\nJulie Holmes (Smarter HQ) \n11:15 – 11:45   Refreshments \n11.45 – 12.05  DPP:Improving Sustainability in Laser Manufacturing\nDanijela Rostohar & Ali Mousavi (Satistica) \n12:05 – 12:25  TBC\nTBC \n12:25 -12:40 AILU Metals & Oxygen Survey Results\nDave MacLellan (AILU) \n12:40 – 13:40  Lunch \n13:40 – 14:40  What’s new – short commercial presentations\nShort company pitches (10 mins each): Bystronic\, LVD\, Coherent\, others TBA \n14:40-15:20  Open Discussion Forum \n15:20  Close \n  \nVenue\nBlack Country Living Museum\nTipton Road\nDudley\nDY1 4SQ 
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-2026-annual-job-shop-business-meeting/
LOCATION:Black Country Living Museum\, Tipton Road\, Dudley\, DY1 4SQ\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:AILU Early Careers Group Event
DESCRIPTION:AILU Early Careers Group Seminar and Tour\nMonday 30th November\nManufacturing Technology Centre (MTC)\n  \nFounded in 2017\, AILU’s Early Careers Group (ECG) represents the next generation of laser industry and academic professionals. Members of the group are from a variety of laser backgrounds including universities & research centres\, industrial manufacturers\, suppliers and subcontractors. \nOn Monday 30th November the Group will host a seminar followed by a tour of the MTC.  \nThe seminar and tour are open to AILU members and non-members\, and would be of interest to those who might like to join this group or would benefit from networking with this enthusiastic and talented pool of individuals. \nSeminar programme to follow.
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-early-careers-group-event/
LOCATION:MTC\, Ansty Park\, Coventry\, CV7 9JU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:AILU EVENTS
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SUMMARY:AILU Supported Event - Manufacturing Revenue Growth Summit
DESCRIPTION:20 January 2027\nNational Motorcycle Museum\, Solihull\, Birmingham\, B92 0EJ\nFor Leaders\, Engineers & Technical Sales \nAILU is proud to partner with the premier event for revenue leaders\, VPs\, sales directors\, account managers\, business development and technical sales executives working in complex industrial\, engineering and manufacturing environments. \nJoin AILU and master how to boost your sales pipeline\, harness AI for efficiency\, and sharpen your bid and proposal strategies. This summit delivers the tools\, knowledge\, and connections to drive real growth in today’s competitive market. \nAdmission…\n \n\n£100 CPD Credit Voucher off the £195+VAT ticket price. Voucher can be used on the current ‘Buy One Get One Free’ offer\, meaning x2 tickets for £95+VAT.\nReserved seating on AILU roundtable\n\nRegister here: www.RevSummit.co.uk  \n 
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailu-supported-event-manufacturing-revenue-growth-summit-2/
LOCATION:National Motorcycle Museum\, Solihull\, Birmingham\, B92 0EJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:AILU - SUPPORTED EVENTS
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SUMMARY:AILU's Industrial Laser Applications Symposium (ILAS) 2027
DESCRIPTION:ILAS 2027 is a unique 2-day event\, attracting international delegates\, speakers and exhibitors from around the world to share the latest in laser material processing technology and applications.   \nEnjoy plenary presentations from renowned international speakers\, keynote speakers on a range of topics covering the whole of industrial laser technology\, and around 80 high-calibre presentations from industry and academia. On top of this\, 30 exhibitors will represent the latest in laser technology and the complete supply chain.  Whether you’re a researcher\, engineer\, business owner\, student or technology supplier\, the programme is built to inform and inspire across the full breadth of laser applications. \nMake new contacts\, expand your network\, find business or collaboration opportunities\, meet potential employers and employees to develop your organisation or career. \n2027 marks the tenth Industrial Laser Applications Symposium  \nIt’s where academia meets industry for all things industrial laser related\, so don’t miss out. \n  \nSee the dedicated ILAS 2027 webpage here:  https://ilas2027.co.uk \n 
URL:https://ailu.org.uk/event/ailus-industrial-laser-applications-symposium-ilas-2027/
LOCATION:Chesford Grange Hotel\, Kenilworth\, CV8 2LD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:AILU EVENTS
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