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Dave Neville | President & Co-Founder @ Infinity RoboticsI have a strong sales and management background with a passion for technology and robotics. We are looking for customers and team members dedicated to automation and the application of Vision and IoT to Robotics. Collaborative, Mobile and Industrial Robots.Dave started Infinity Robotics much differently than most robotics groups. Instead of picking on vertical, they got an expert from all the major verticals. Today we're going to introduce Robotics as a Service and discuss where those applications make the most sense. We'll continue to dive into AGV's and figure out what the future of robotics in the industrial ecosystem will become.Connect with UsDave NevilleVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #robotics #digitaltransformation

Courtney Fernandez, Senior Automation Engineer @ United Robotics Group, explores topics such as industrial robotics, mobile robots, arms, vision systems, and more. The podcast covers the hardware and software in industrial robotics, the use of vision systems in medical labs, the potential applications of autonomous mobile robots, and offers free workshops and book recommendations for building habits and optimizing side hustles.

Pawel Krupa | Sr. Controls Engineer @ TeslaExperienced robot programmer working in the automotive industry is looking for new opportunities to develop his passion. Robot programming is a field that I feel like a duck in water. In my four-year career, I worked with VW and Opel standards on FANUC and KUKA. I did integrations, new lines, cycle-time optimization, production support, and quality adjustments. Known applications: spot welding, handling, clinching, riveting, arc welding, gluing, stud welding, roller hemming, laser brazing, laser welding. If you think that hiring me could increase the effectiveness of your company, you are most likely right. For some, Robot programming is just a regular job ...... To me is an art form that I want to create with passion.Pawel Krupa kicks off Manufacturing Hub's Robotics Month to share his experiences over the last 7+ years working in robotics integration.🔵 What are the differences between Fanuc and Kuka?🔵 Can we easily decrease cycle time of a robotic cell?🔵 What are critical skills missing from the robotic programmer's tool kit?A special thank you to SolisPLC for sponsoring this theme. Check out the new robotics programming course available now!Connect with UsPawel KrupaVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#robotics #manufacturing #automation

Now that we've talked about ways to reinvent factory hardware.What are Dave and Vlad's opinions on the next generation of hardware and how we will use it?A special thanks to Horner Automation for sponsoring this episode and your continued support of the show.Connect with UsVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #industry40 #digitaltransforation

Markus Rimmele | Founder @ DigitalituM Entrepreneur, Digitalization Ambassador, Field Service Leader, Electrical Engineer, Author, and Speaker. I moved from a mechatronics technician wiring machines to an Electrical Engineer programming production lines to a project manager and Service Leader to support manufacturing clients through the entire life cycle of their production assets. Founder of MR Service & Consult LLC, your boutique consultancy for digitalization in manufacturing, and the brand DigitalituM, which provides Digitalization tools to the manufacturing industry in North America.  Recent speaking engagements at Georgia Institute of Technology and other industry-related events like MAXIMOWORLD and International Maintenace Conference (IMC). I'm passionate about Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry, Transatlantic Relations, and business, as well as STEM & technical education through apprenticeship and further education. What makes me unique: Growing up in Germany and living for more than a decade in the USA makes me a hybrid of both cultures. With my technical education, I can talk Bit&Bytes, my EMBA degree from Georgia State University helps me to talk business.Markus Rimmele joins Manufacturing Hub to talk about how new technologies reinvent how we work on the factory floor.What is in a modern tool kit?Additive Manufacturing Digital ToolTrainingAugmented RealityVirtual Reality and more!A special thank you to Horner Automation for sponsoring this theme and your continued support of the show.Connect with UsMarkus RimmeleVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #iiot #digitaltransformation

Davide Pascucci | Founder and CEO @ Bright IIOTWith almost 20 years of experience in the automation industry, Davide couldn’t be more passionate about delivering digital transformation to our clients. He began his career in Europe working for significant EPC contractors operating in the Middle Eastern oil and gas sector. While this is where his focus on automation and instrumentation began, his interest in implementation skyrocketed with his arrival in the USA. His background is firmly rooted in the oil and gas industry, but his knowledge has diversified into other vertical markets in recent years. To challenge his knowledge, David has developed new skills and strategies that have transported him to manufacturing, process design, OEM, and water/wastewater customers. As the CEO of Bright IIoT, Davide prides himself on his attention to detail. He’s committed to delivering the best automation solutions to his customers with integrity, quality, and leadership. With every aspect of the business, he intends to help our clients achieve the competitive edge they can.Davide Pascucci joins Dave and Vlad as we discuss how IIoT redefines how we deploy hardware.Everything from moving edge computing to smart sensors, leveraging AI solutions, and more.Don't miss that episode!A special thank you to Horner Automation for sponsoring this theme and your continued support of the community.Connect with UsDavide PascucciVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #iiot #digitaltransformation

Chuck Ridgeway | Automation Technology Manager & Senior Customer Advocate @ Horner AutomationHorner APG, comprised of Horner Automation and Horner Lighting groups, is a U.S.-based, global leader in commercial automation and LED lighting. Through our customer-centric vision and innovative focus, we provide truly value-added solutions exceeding our customer's and partner's expectations.William Rinear | Horner Region Manager @ Horner AutomationWhat applications thrive using an All in One - PLC and HMI combination? Where are we using some of this hardware beyond the factory floor? We'll talk about user-configurable I/O from an OEM perspective. Join us as Chuck talks about the changes he's seen in the market and how he helps end users and OEMS thrive.Bill will discuss how he's been putting Horner products to novel uses for the past 20+ years!A special thank you to Horner Automation for sponsoring this Factory Hardware Reinvented theme and your continued support of Manufacturing Hub.Connect with UsChuck RidgewayWilliam RinearVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #podcast

David Nichols | CEO, Co-Founder @ LoupeLoupe is trying to revolutionize the automation industry by redefining what’s possible. We unlock the potential of machines with our transformational approach, building on the advances of the past to pave the way to the future. With breakthrough ideas, we empower our people and our clients to be extraordinary. We seek the revolutionary in everything we do.David Nichols joins another conversation to talk about novel use cases. 80% or more of the use cases that we run across on the factory floor can be solved by nearly any product.What about the rest?We're going to focus on those use cases as David tells stories and shares his experiences. Plus if you want to learn more about SASE - Society of Automation Software Engineers - we're asking the questions.A special thank you to new sponsors Horner Automation for sponsoring this theme and helping us drive conversations to places we have not gone!Connect with UsDavid NicholsVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #industry40 #digitaltransforation

What is standardization, and why is it important?On the plant floor.In the stock room.In the back office and more!A special thanks to Siemens for sponsoring this episode and your continued support of the show.Connect with UsVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #industry40 #digitaltransforation

Preston Hadley | President & Founder @ Envision Automation & ControlsSolving problems that most people find impossible is what drives Preston Hadley. He's an industry leader and is on the front lines daily, making automation come to life all around him. He got his start in IT but fell in love with automation and controls and never looked back. Preston is taking it upon himself to address the skills gap in the industry, and his Change a Life Giveaway is one of the most impactful stories you'll hear. It centered around a drawing where the winner would receive a Siemens S7-1200 starter kit. The story gets even better when he shares that the winner was able to land a job in his desired field within a four-week span of taking the prize. Talk about immediate impact!Preston returns to share updates on how Envision has grown since his last show.We will talk about real-life examples of how standardization has helped this growth!Plus, we're going to ask about what he's been able to help customers standardize and not standardize along the way. A special thank you to Siemens for sponsoring this theme and your continued support of the community.Connect with UsPreston HadleyVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#manufacturing #automation #data #industry40 #digitaltransformaiton