Industry 4.0 Open Day
May 27 | 09:00 – 16:00 UTC+1
Come and see what the future of Czech industry looks like – for the first time in Brno!
We invite you to a day full of innovation, cutting-edge technology, and practical solutions for modern companies. In the unique setting of the RICAIP Testbed Brno, in cooperation with CEITEC BUT and the National Centre for Industry 4.0, we open the door to the world of digitalization, automation, and Industry 4.0.
Who Should Attend?
- Business owners and company management
- Innovation managers and technology leaders
- Experts and enthusiasts in digitalization and modern industrial solutions
Why Should You Attend?
- Gain insights into the latest trends and technologies in Industry 4.0
- Discover solutions that can benefit your company
- Leave with inspiration, new contacts, and collaboration opportunities
What’s in Store?
Conference Program
- Strategic discussions with key players in Czech Industry 4.0 – including business, academia, and government representatives
- Presentations of innovation infrastructure and services that help companies grow
- Inspiration from businesses already successfully implementing digital solutions
Innovation Fair
- Technology and service showcases from NCI 4.0 partners and the innovation ecosystem
- One-on-one consultations with experts in innovation, digitalization, and funding opportunities
- Opportunities for collaboration, testing, and implementation in your own business
RICAIP Testbed Brno Tours – Experience Industry 4.0 First-Hand!
Explore a top-tier testing facility where science meets industry. Discover future technologies and take part in interactive demonstrations.
- Industrial robots, 3D printing, 5G networks, and AI in production – all in operation
- Unique robotic performances and live technology demos
Networking & Expert Consultations
- Get expert guidance through the entire innovation cycle – from digital audits to real-world implementation.
- Individual, personalized consultations available.
BBQ & Informal Networking to Close the Day
- Wrap up the afternoon with casual conversations, refreshments, and new connections.
Event Program
Part I – Strategy
Strategic Meeting with key representatives from NCI 4.0, industry, academia, and government to discuss current Industry 4.0 topics, government support, and real solutions to support Industry 4.0 development.
9:00–9:30
Guest Registration & Morning Coffee
9:30–9:45
Opening – With Vision and Courage
Opening remarks by key representatives of institutions shaping the future of industry:
- Robert Keil, Director, NCI 4.0
- Prof. Pavel Václavek, Director, RICAIP Testbed Brno
- Assoc. Prof. Ing. Ladislav Janíček, Ph.D., MBA, LL.M., Rector, Brno University of Technology
9:45–10:00
Keynote Address
Mgr. Jan Grolich, Governor of the South Moravian Region
PANEL DISCUSSION
10:00–11:00
Time to Accelerate: Industry 4.0 as a Driver of Czech Economic Transformation
Digital technologies are no longer a vision of the future – they are the engine driving our economy. How is the Czech Republic performing in the Industry 4.0 race? Where should we accelerate, slow down, or shift into higher gear? Representatives from industry, public administration, and academia share their experiences, challenges, and concrete recommendations for real progress.
- Luboš Lukasík, Director, Commercial Enterprise Market Division CZ, T‑Mobile Czech Republic
- Jiří Kabelka, Chairman of the Board, DEL a.s.
- Jakub Rybář, Head of Cooperation and Development, City of Brno
Moderator: Soňa Baranová (Czech Television)
11:00–11:15
Coffee Break
Part II – Innovation Ecosystem
Testbeds for Industry 4.0: Innovation Engines and AI Drivers for a Competitive European Industry – A Strategic Opportunity for the Czech Republic
11:15–11:25
Testbeds for Industry: Your Gateway to Fast and Safe Innovation
Learn how testbed infrastructure in the Czech Republic can accelerate industrial innovation. We’ll present real examples, collaboration opportunities, and connections to the European testbed ecosystem.
- Ondřej Beránek, Head of the Czech AI-MATTERS Office
11:25–11:40
Innovation Sprint: Three Testbeds in 15 Minutes – Live!
Experience live, fast-paced, and interactive demonstrations from testbeds in Brno, Prague, and Ostrava. Each site will showcase one real-world industrial solution developed recently, focusing on relevance, breakthrough potential, and industrial applicability.
- Brno: RICAIP Testbed Brno, CEITEC BUT
- Prague: RICAIP Testbed Prague, CIIRC CTU
- Ostrava: Testbed CPIT TL 3 Ostrava, FEI VŠB-TU
11:40–12:20
Real-World Examples: Testbeds in the Innovation Lifecycle
In-depth look at how Czech testbeds support business innovation, from R&D to education and implementation. Includes AI-driven case studies showing how testbeds impacted productivity or efficiency.
- Ostrava: Prof. Jiří Koziorek, FEI VŠB-TUO
- Prague: Dr. Pavel Burget, RICAIP Testbed Prague
- Brno: Prof. Pavel Václavek, RICAIP Testbed Brno
- EDIH DIGIMAT: Prof. Pavel Václavek
12:20–12:30
Summary: What’s Next for Those Interested in Collaboration?
Don’t miss your chance to access comprehensive services – from feasibility studies and testing to implementation. Through connections to European projects like AI-MATTERS/TEF and the European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIH), many services are available at discounted rates or completely free.
12:30–13:30
Lunch / Networking
Part III – Innovation in Practice
Real-life inspiration from Czech companies that are putting innovation into action. Partner representatives of NCI 4.0 share the inside stories behind successful technology implementations.
Moderator: Alena Nováková, NCI 4.0
13:30–13:45
Kanban Redefined: Savings Within Reach
- Tomáš Kašpárek, Smart Factory Logistics Manager, Bossard Czech Republic
13:45–14:00
AMRs in Practice: How Mobile Platforms Transform Manufacturing
- Radek Velebil, Sales Manager CZ&SK, KUKA Robotics Czech
14:00–14:15
Digitalization of 100% Final Product Inspection
- Petr Koutný, CEO, QPAG Digital
14:15–14:30
Live Incident Streaming as a Modern Crisis Management Tool
- Olga Jedličková, System Architect & CFO, Smart Informatics
14:30–14:45
AI in Mechanical Product Design: TOS Hulín
- Jiří Strýček, Territory Manager CZ&SK, Hungary and South East Europe, Autodesk
14:45–15:00
Smart Microgrid Management in Manufacturing
- Jan Denemark, Sales Director, FLOWBOX
15:00–15:15
Digital Twin in Advanced Joining Methods
- Petr Musil, Engineering Director, DEL a.s.
15:15–15:30
Siemens
- Tomáš Froněk, Head of Factory Automation, Siemens
15:30–16:00
Closing Remarks
16:00–18:00
BBQ to Conclude the Day
End the day in great company with informal networking and refreshments.
Innovation Fair – NCI 4.0 Partner Booths
Visit the booths of National Centre for Industry 4.0 partners and explore technologies, services, and solutions. Discover and try out the best of NCI 4.0 in one place.
The fair runs in parallel with the conference.
Tours of RICAIP Testbed Brno
Step into a world where top-tier science meets industrial reality. See the latest technologies and witness the future of production up close.
The Brno testbed features machine tools, industrial 3D printers, small and large robots, handling systems, 5G networks, coordinate measuring machines, and dynamometers. This 460 m² space is packed with cutting-edge tech focused on digitalization, automation, and the use of AI in manufacturing.
Tours include technology showcases and demonstrations like fault prediction for electric motors and a service robot demo – plus a unique robot performance you don’t want to miss!
Tour Times (Registration required)
- 14:30–15:30
- 15:30–16:30
What Else?
Accompanying Program – Expert Workshops
PLC Programming (CEITEC)
A hands-on workshop for intermediate industrial automation developers. Learn to build PLC systems focusing on batch process control under IEC 61512-1 (ISA-88). Practical training with development software and programming of a basic batch process.
Register by May 2, 2025