Simulation in Manufacturing

21 - 22 October 2025

Hillerød, Denmark

The Novo Nordisk conference center Farvholm and online

The preliminary agenda has been published - please see below!

Invitation

Manufacturing Simulation covers a multitude of processes, materials, techniques, and methods. Almost every engineered object in use in industry or our homes has undergone a transforming process, taking it from a raw material to a finished product.

These processes change the shape and, in many cases, the properties of the raw material to make the desired item. Successful processes must create the end product to the required quality, without flaws or defects, in an efficient manner, with minimal environmental impact.

In order for processes to become successful, they must be predicted along with the key parameters, which introduces inevitable variation during the full period of production.

With this seminar, we will focus on the development and use of virtual modelling of manufacturing processes within the product design to improve robust outcomes in industrial manufacturing processes. This includes new approaches like AI/ML.

Keynote speakers

Torben Strøm Hansen, Tim Brix Nerenst (Novo Nordisk)
Presentation title:
Benefits of Integrating Simulations from Early Development to Production in a Platform-based Environment



Torben is a Solid Mechanics Specialist at Novo Nordisk's Final Product Development, overseeing the structural integrity of ongoing development projects. He has over 20 years of experience with FE applications, including Abaqus and 3D Experience physics apps. Besides simulation tasks, supervision and training of colleagues, he also spends time on competency development and academic collaboration. Furthermore, he is involved in the democratisation of simulation on different levels. Within Manufacturing Simulation, he has been involved in numerous simulation-based task force assignments, solving issues in running production.



Tim is the manager of Structural Simulations at Novo Nordisk within Product Supply, Final Product Development. With 6.5 years in structural simulation, he specializes in robustness and parametric studies for drug delivery devices and manufacturing processes. His current focus is on simulation strategy—competence development, democratization of methods and tools, and exploring verification and validation — supporting platform-based workflows that connect early development to production. Tim works with the 3DExperience platform, leveraging Design of Experiments and Robust CAD to drive efficient exploration and reliable decision-making. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from DTU.

Jens Ingemann Madsen (The LEGO Group)
P​resentation title:
Simulation-driven product development at The LEGO Group



J​ens Ingman Madsen is Director, Elements & Mould Engineering at LEGO

 

 

Jarkko Laine (Wärtsilä)
P​resentation title:
Manufacturing Technology’s Impact on Component Properties: Ductile Cast Iron and the Simulation of Local Thermal and Mechanical Characteristics



Jarkko has been working with casting-related issues since 1997 and has been with Wärtsilä since 2006. His role at Wärtsilä focuses on the development of castings, casting materials, and casting simulation techniques. The local thermal, mechanical, and fatigue properties of cast components are known to vary significantly. His primary task is to develop methods for predicting these properties.

J​esper Hattel (Technical University of Denmark, DTU)
P​resentation title:
Multiphysics Modelling of Manufacturing Processes



Jesper´s research area is numerical modelling of manufacturing processes, such as casting, 3D-printing moulding and welding. The materials considered are metallic or polymers. The applications vary from micro-scale over parts for automotive industry to huge parts such as wind turbine blades. The area is highly cross-disciplinary and characterized by multi-physics modelling involving areas like CFD, Numerical Heat Transfer, Computational Metarials Science and Computational Solid Mechanics.  

Tour through Novo Nordisk

In addition to listening to presentations covering those challenging fields, there will be an optional tour of the Novo Nordisk production high-volume device manufacturing facility.

Seminar v​enue

The conference will be hosted at The Novo Nordisk Conference Center, Favrholm

E​xhibition and Sponsoring opportunities

P​reliminary Agenda

(​Subject to changes)

Online: 7 October 2025 (optional)

Webinar:
Trends and Future Challenges in the Simulation of Manufacturing Processes
Duration: 1 hour (11:00-12:00 Berlin time / 10:00-11:00 London time)
Format: Online webinar with live Q&A
Cost: Free to attend
Please register for the webinar by clicking here.

Please note:
Registered participants of the "Simulation in Manufacturing" seminar must also register separately for this webinar. Attending the webinar is not a prerequisite for attending the seminar. Participation in the webinar does not oblige you to attend the on-site seminar.

Why Attend?
The pressure to deliver high-quality products faster, with less waste and a minimal environmental impact, has never been greater. Relying solely on traditional test methods grows ever more costly. Making innovative simulation an integral part of your design process isn't just an advantage - it's essential. The webinar serves as a preview of the event, offering you the opportunity to make an informed decision about attending the on-site seminar..

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is designed for engineers, managers, and researchers working in the manufacturing industry. Whether you're already using simulation tools or just starting to explore their potential, you'll find valuable insights that address your concerns.

Agenda

• Welcome and introductions
• Overview of the NAFEMS Manufacturing Process Simulation Working Group
• Key trends and future challenges (Sjoerd Van Der Veen, Airbus)
• Preview of the October Seminar (featuring Novo Nordisk, DTU, and other industry leaders)
• Interactive Q&A session

On-site: Tuesday, 21 October 2025

1​3:00
L​unch buffet (included in seminar fee)

Session 1

14:00
Welcome and Introduction
T. Hansen, S.P. Teilmann (Novo Nordisk)

14:15
Keynote Presentation:
Benefits of Integrating Simulations from Early Development to Production in a Platform-based Environment
T. Hansen, Tim Brix (Novo Nordisk)

15:00
Keynote Presentation:
Multiphysics Modelling of Manufacturing Processes
J. Hattel (DTU Technical University of Denmark)

15:45
Break

Session 2

16:15
Simulation-Driven Large-Scale Additive Manufacturing within the Aerospace Industry
S. Andersson (GKN Aerospace Engine Systems)

16:45
Quantifying the Flow Behaviour through Foam Core Materials for the Optimisation of Wind Turbine Blade Kitting
R. S. Pierce (DTU Technical University of Denmark); A. Murdaca (Gurit Wind Systems); G. Borstnar (Gurit)

1​7:15
Prediction of Melt Pool Size and Shape – Experiences from the iMAT Project
M. Andreasson (Hexagon); D. Ohlsson (RISE Research Institutes of Sweden)

17:45
Gold Sponsor presentation: Hexagon

17:55
Gold Sponsor presentation: COMSOL
From Multiphysics to Prediction: ML-Enhanced Simulation and UQ
T. Ralfs (COMSOL)

18:05
Get together at the exhibition

2​0:00
Dinner (included in seminar fee)

21:30
End of day 1

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

Session 3

09:00
Guided Tour through Novo Nordisk Facilities
- Molding, Pre-Assembly, Final Assembly

10:30
Break

Session 4

11:00
Keynote Presentation:
Manufacturing Technology’s Impact on Component Properties: Ductile Cast Iron and the Simulation of Local Thermal and Mechanical Characteristics
J. Laine (Wärtsilä Finland)

11:45
Keynote Presentation:
Simulation-driven product development at The LEGO Group
J. Ingemann Madsen (The LEGO Group)

12:30
Lunch Break

Session 5

1​3:30
DEM Use Cases in Pharma & Manufacturing
G​. Jönsson (Altair)

14:00
Simulation of Cure-Induced Wrinkle Defects – Mapping and Mitigation Strategies Aimed at the Manufacturing of Wind Turbine Blades
J. K. Jørgensen, Lars P. Mikkelsen DTU Technical University of Denmark); V. K. Maes (University of Bristol)

14:30
Development and Validation of a Detailed FEM Model for Multistage Forming and Annealing with Application to Demonstrator Design
K. Lu, Y. Zhou, G. Klaseboer, R. van Tijum, M. Naghinejad, Soheil Solhjoo, Y. Pei, J. Post (University of Groningen)

15:00
Farewell
T. Hansen (Novo Nordisk)

15:15
End of Seminar

P​lease note about the seminar credit price:

Even if you use 4 seminar credits, we will still need to invoice 160 Euro per delegate as part of the attendee package as accommodation from 21 - 22 October at the Favrholm campus is included.

We will invoice you accordingly.

Because of technical issues this will not be displayed on screen when you book.

S​ponsors

Principal Sponsor

G​old Sponsors

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On-site and online format

Seminar fees

• Member fee including one overnight at Favrholm: 790 Euro
• Member using 4 seminar credits need pay for one overnight at Farvrholm: 160 Euro
• Non member including one overnight at Favrholm: 990 Euro

T​he seminar fees includes attendance and access to the online activities as well as on-site lunches, coffee breaks, get together and dinner on the 21 October, and hotel accommodation from 21 - 22 October at the Favrholm campus.
I​f you already arrive on 20 October or if you want to extend your stay, please have a look at nearby hotels in Hillerød.

V​enue

The Novo Nordisk Conference Center, Favrholm

E​xhibition and Sponsoring opportunities

There are several outstanding opportunities available for your company to sponsor or exhibit at the conference, giving you maximum exposure to a highly targeted audience of delegates, who are all directly involved in the topic. Please have a look at the brochure below:

Exhibition-Sponsoring-Opportunities.pdf

Conference Language

English

NAFEMS Membership Fees

A standard NAFEMS site membership costs 1,410 euros per year, an academic site and entry membership costs 880 euros per year (as of 2025). NAFEMS site members receive eight seminar credits per year. Four seminar credits per participant are required for free participation in this event - it quickly pays off to become a member. If the seminar credits have already been used, NAFEMS members can participate at a reduced price.

A​uthor Templates

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Organisation

NAFEMS Deutschland, Österreich, Schweiz GmbH
Griesstraße 20
85567 Grafing b. München, Germany
Tel. +49 176 217 984 01
Fax +49 3 22 11 08 99 13 41
e-mail: info@nafems.de

C​ancellation Policy