183: A Case Study in the Adoption of Robotics Featuring Rob Goldiez (CEO of Hirebotics) and Justin Montes (CEO of DeAngelo Marine Exhaust)

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Apr 30, 2024

CEOs Rob Goldiez and Justin Montes discuss the adoption of robotics in manufacturing, highlighting the benefits of cobots like increased efficiency and employee development. They share real-world scenarios of overcoming challenges and embracing automation, showcasing the impact of cobots on innovation and productivity in the workplace.

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ANECDOTE

Buying After A 20-Minute Demo

Justin Montes visited Hirebotics, ran parts himself, and bought the cobot after a 20-minute hands-on demo.
He skipped long ROI studies because the demo proved the cobot solved his capacity and quality problems immediately.

ADVICE

Persist Through Failed Pilots

Don't give up if the first automation vendors fail to meet your needs; keep testing providers and parts.
Send real parts to multiple vendors and keep pursuing demos until you find a solution that works.

INSIGHT

Labor Shortage Drives Automation

The dominant pain for manufacturers is finding and retaining skilled welders, not just process speed.
A consistent, always-available welder (cobot) delivers huge business value beyond pure throughput.

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What are some of the results of integrating cobots into your production processes and how do you help your employees push past any initial apprehension they feel to fully embrace the benefits?

In this special case study-style episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, we welcome Rob Goldiez, CEO of Hirebotics, a company that makes welding cobots for welders, and Justin Montes, CEO of DeAngelo Marine Exhaust, onto the show to talk about the intersection of automation, technology, and human craftsmanship.

We take a deep dive into real-world scenarios of what it looks like when a company adopts robotics, specifically collaborative robots. What factors into the decision making? What are some of the hiccups that happen along the way and what does success look like after a robot is installed?

The conversation also covers leadership, robotics, and trends in the collaborative robot space. Plus, if you like welding, fabrication (or boats!) then you’re going to love this episode!

In this episode, find out:

The world of DeAngelo Marine Exhaust
Explore Hirebotics’ revolutionary robotic solutions
The journey to automation – overcoming challenges with cobots
Some of the impacts of cobots in the workplace
How embracing cobots is a game changer in production
The impact of cobots on efficiency and innovation
Industry perspectives – reactions to cobots
Cobots as creative tools
Ongoing support and results

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Tweetable Quotes:

“We paid off the cobot within an order. One order! So that was done. Now it's just icing!”
“The consistent thing is companies are struggling to hire and retain key welders. They’re an aging workforce. You see that all over. Can't find welders, can't meet production, struggle to grow the business.”
“There is a general fear of automation. It's going to replace my job versus it's going to take the dull, dirty, dangerous stuff away so I can be more creative.”

Links & mentions:

Hirebotics, fabrication cobot solutions for welders
DeAngelo Marine Exhaust, marine engine exhaust systems
YOT Bar & Kitchen, voted Fort Lauderdale best for brunch and outdoor dining
Edley's Bar-B-Que, Nashville style Bar-B-Que
Hattie B’s Hot Chicken, hot Chicken Sandwich
Tootsie’s, live musical performances daily and delicious food
Connect with Rob on LinkedIn
Connect with Justin on LinkedIn

Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.