Stay Ahead with the Complete Agenda

Start the conference with this informal session. Connect with attendees, explore the platform, and ensure your setup is ready for a smooth experience. Say hello or test your setup – the perfect way to begin an exciting event!

HIMA FUN SAFE Team

Join us for a warm welcome from our organizers. This brief session includes opening remarks to set the tone for two exciting days of innovation, learning, and connection. Let’s begin!

HIMA FUN SAFE Team

Securing remote access in industrial environments is essential as cyber threats continue to evolve. This session explores vulnerabilities in remote systems and their potential impact on operations. Learn how the Zero Trust framework—focused on strong authentication, continuous verification, and minimal privilege access—can help mitigate risks like ransomware. Join the interactive Q&A to gain practical insights into enhancing IT/OT security in today’s connected world.

Speaker: Steffen Ullrich
Organization: genua

Safety plays a vital role in both daily life and industrial operations. This session explores how advanced safety measures, such as High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems (HIPPS), help manage risks and reduce costs in industries like Oil & Gas and LNG Terminals. Learn about the critical connection between safety and security in effective risk management and the role of systems like safety controllers and diagnostic tools in creating safer environments. Join the interactive Q&A to deepen your understanding of practical safety strategies in industrial settings.

Speaker: Sergej Arent
Organization: HIMA Germany

Connect with students, professors, and industry experts on our 3D platform during engaging university presentations, expert talks, and the FUN SAFE quiz. Share ideas, discuss insights, and build connections in a dynamic virtual setting.

Connect with students, professors, and industry experts on our 3D platform during engaging university presentations, expert talks, interview and the FUN SAFE quiz. Share ideas, discuss insights, and build connections in a dynamic virtual setting.

Discover the transformative role of Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) in functional safety. This session highlights their unmatched flexibility, enabling real-time reconfiguration and seamless integration of diverse hardware components. Learn how FPGAs outperform traditional microcontrollers and ASICs with long lifecycle support and robust cybersecurity features. Explore their role in high-fault tolerance systems, the challenges of implementing them in safety-critical environments, and innovative solutions to enhance reliability and performance. Participate in the Q&A to discuss their application in real-world safety systems.

Speaker: Denizemin Kilic
Organization: PLT-Labor

Soft errors, caused by phenomena like cosmic rays and alpha particles, present critical challenges to embedded systems, often resulting in silent data corruption or system failures. This session explores the sources and far-reaching effects of these errors on electronic devices, while highlighting innovative mitigation strategies such as parity bits, ECC codes, and redundant multithreading. Learn how advancements in cutting-edge technologies, including silicon-on-insulator architecture, are driving improvements in error resilience and system reliability. Participate in the Q&A to discuss the future of mitigating these subtle yet impactful challenges in electronics.

Speaker: Shahzaib Waseem
Organization: HS Hamm-Lippstadt

Take a moment to relax, grab a coffee, and explore the 3D-Hub. Use this time to connect with fellow attendees in breakout rooms, engage in casual conversations, or simply recharge before the next session.

Join an industry leader as they delve into the latest trends and challenges shaping Functional Safety. Gain practical insights and valuable perspectives to stay ahead in this evolving field.

Speaker: Janette Kothe
Organization: Bosch Rexroth AG

Discover the transformative role of Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) in functional safety. This session highlights their unmatched flexibility, enabling real-time reconfiguration and seamless integration of diverse hardware components. Learn how FPGAs outperform traditional microcontrollers and ASICs with long lifecycle support and robust cybersecurity features. Explore their role in high-fault tolerance systems, the challenges of implementing them in safety-critical environments, and innovative solutions to enhance reliability and performance. Participate in the Q&A to discuss their application in real-world safety systems.

Speaker: Bhawish Keswani
Organization: HS Hamm-Lippstadt

Connect with students, professors, and industry experts on our 3D platform during engaging university presentations and expert talks. Share ideas, discuss insights, and build connections in a dynamic virtual setting.

Connect with students, professors, and industry experts on our 3D platform during engaging university presentations, expert talks, interview and the FUN SAFE quiz. Share ideas, discuss insights, and build connections in a dynamic virtual setting.

This presentation examines a critical incident at the Martinez Renewable Facility, where a furnace tube rupture resulted in a major fire and severe injuries. Through an in-depth analysis of safety failures and root causes, the presentation highlights the gaps in existing safety systems. Using Layer of Protection Analysis (LOPA), actionable recommendations are presented to improve safety integrity levels and prevent future incidents. Gain valuable insights into functional safety principles and learn how robust safety measures can create safer industrial environments. Participate in the interactive Q&A to discuss key takeaways and their practical applications.

Speakers: P. Ammaiappan, K.B. Nithin, T. Manivasakam, L. Jicheng
Organization: National University of Singapore

In the evolving chemical process industry, safety and environmental considerations are paramount. This session introduces the Stream Safety Index, an innovative tool designed to evaluate the safety performance of process streams during the conceptual design phase. By integrating inherent safety principles early in the design process, the index not only enhances safety but also reduces environmental impact. With automated calculations and a user-friendly 0 to 10 scale, this tool provides engineers and designers with immediate, actionable feedback. Explore how this groundbreaking approach is shaping process safety and discover plans for integrating environmental metrics. A Q&A session will follow to dive deeper into this transformative methodology.

Speaker: Silvia Pelucchi
Organization: University of Padova

As we wrap up the first day of the conference, take a moment to reflect on the insights gained and connections made. Join us for a brief closing session to highlight key moments and prepare for another exciting day ahead.

HIMA FUN SAFE Team

Explore the 3D-Hub and its breakout rooms to connect with fellow attendees in an open, informal setting. Unlike other sessions, this round features no presentations—just an opportunity to share ideas, exchange thoughts, and build connections with students, professors, and industry experts in a relaxed virtual environment. Plus, the FUN SAFE Parcour is open for you to enjoy some interactive activities and challenges!