Brandon Neer, Tait Stensrud and Matt Redden with Hexagon

The Industrial Talk podcast, sponsored by MD&M West and News and Brews, features a discussion with Brandon, Tait, and Matt from Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. Brandon manages portable devices sales, Tait oversees stationary device measurement, and Matt focuses on production software. They discuss the importance of measurement in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and medical, emphasizing quality control and automation. Hexagon's solutions integrate AI to enhance efficiency and accuracy, reducing costs through automated processes. The team highlights the significant ROI from integrating quality into manufacturing, leveraging AI to assist programmers and improve production. Listeners are encouraged to connect with them on LinkedIn for more information.

Outline

MD&M West and News and Brews Introduction

• Scott introduces the episode of Industrial Talk, sponsored by MD&M West and News and Brews, highlighting the event's focus on medtech automation, packaging, plastics, and design.
• Scott reiterates the podcast's mission to celebrate industrial professionals and the solutions they bring to manufacturing.
• Scott mentions the importance of attending MD&M West to connect with industry leaders and discover innovative solutions.

Introducing the Guests: Brandon, Tait, and Matt

• Scott introduces the three guests: Brandon, Tait, and Matt, and suggests using their first names for ease of conversation.
• Brandon shares his background, mentioning his 16 years with Hexagon and his role in managing the portable devices sales team.
• Tait introduces himself, stating his 26 years with Hexagon and his management of the stationary device measurement team in the southwest.
• Matt shares his experience, mentioning his three and a half years with Hexagon and his expertise in production software and CAD CAM solutions.

Hexagon's Role in Manufacturing and Quality Control

• Brandon explains Hexagon's role in manufacturing intelligence, focusing on measurement, sensors, and software.
• Tait emphasizes the importance of quality control and measurement in critical industries like aerospace and medical devices.
• Matt discusses the role of production software in driving CNC machines and ensuring part quality.
• Scott shares a personal anecdote about his brother-in-law's CNC shop, highlighting the precision and quality of the manufactured parts.

Future of Automation and ROI in Manufacturing

• Brandon discusses the future of automation in manufacturing, aiming for full cycle automation in inspection and reverse engineering.
• Tait highlights the significant ROI in automating quality control, reducing future rejects and costs.
• Matt explains how Hexagon integrates AI tools into production software, assisting in automating programming processes.
• The discussion touches on the importance of AI as an assistant to programmers, leveraging decades of data for high-confidence results.

AI Integration in Hexagon's Solutions

• Matt elaborates on the integration of AI tools in production software, using partnerships with companies like Microsoft Copilot.
• Tait emphasizes the role of AI in assisting programmers and measuring features with high confidence.
• Brandon adds that AI can visualize geometric features in parts, driving programming accuracy.
• The conversation concludes with a discussion on the necessity of human interaction in manufacturing and the efficiency gains from AI tools.

Contact Information and Closing Remarks

• Scott asks the guests how listeners can connect with them, suggesting LinkedIn as the best platform.
• The guests agree, mentioning their individual LinkedIn profiles and the Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence page.
• Scott thanks the guests for their flexibility and participation, mentioning the importance of building a network in manufacturing.
• The episode concludes with a reminder to attend MD&M West and connect with the News and Brews crew for more insights and solutions.