Grant Coffin has over 30 years of experience in Manufacturing and Industrial Automation. He has been a steadfast advocate for the adoption of industrial automation technologies and operational best practices. During his 16-year tenure at Rockwell Automation, he has collaborated across industry sectors and with numerous organisations to develop robust, secure, automation, information, and safety systems strategies. By enhancing organisational and ecosystem visibility, his expertise has enabled customers to integrate new technologies with existing system architectures, transforming operational performance, supporting businesses in achieving their sustainability objectives and increasing profitability.

Jason has been involved in the machinery safety industry for over 16 years, including participation in relevant standards committees. He has experience in projects across a wide variety of industries and applications and is well versed in the current issues manufacturing companies face and need to consider in order to comply with the latest safety legislation and standards. In recent years, Jason has developed a special interest in the impact of digitisation on manufacturing and, in particular, the resulting security risks and how they could affect the safety of plant and machinery.

Steve is a pragmatic, forward-thinking automation specialist. Having worked for SMC UK in Sales Management and Product Development roles, he now leads SMC Corporation’s Food Safety Program for Europe and North America, supporting his colleagues on all aspects of Food Standards, Food Safety and Hygienic Design. Working together with the major food brands and global machine builders, Steve looks to guide on best practice and innovative design solutions. Steve is a member of the EHEDG Advisory Board, Treasurer of EHEDG UK and is an active member of EHEDG working groups.

Ben heads product management for Siemens Digital Industries’ Connectivity and Cyber Security business in the UK. With a background in industrial automation, IoT and cyber security, Ben’s focus is to support the adoption of cyber security and networking best practices into industrial environments.