Defense Systems Resilience and Racking Seminar

In the modern theater of operations, electronic systems must withstand extreme shocks, from off-road vehicle impacts to near-miss blasts. This seminar, hosted by Hutchinson Stop-Choc in Slough, addresses the critical need for ruggedized racking and display systems for naval and land defense applications. The event brings together defense contractors and MOD procurement specialists to discuss the stringent requirements of MIL-STD-810 and equivalent international standards. Stop-Choc’s heritage in the defense sector is unparalleled, and this session provides a deep dive into the engineering behind their specialized avionics and naval racking systems. We will explore how "One Hutchinson" dynamics allow for integrated solutions that combine sealing, damping, and electromagnetic shielding into a single package. Guest speakers from the defense technology sector will present on the future of mobile command centers and the vibration challenges posed by new hybrid-electric military vehicles. This is a secure event, requiring pre-registration and identification, ensuring a focused environment for high-level technical discourse. Afternoon breakout sessions will allow participants to examine physical prototypes of racking systems currently deployed in global defense programs. The day concludes with a look at sustainable manufacturing in the defense supply chain, showcasing how Hutchinson is reducing its carbon footprint without compromising the life-saving reliability of its equipment.