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Jun 18, 2019 • 26min

MFG Matters - The Cyclical And Structural Forces Shaping The U.S. Electrical Manufacturing Space

In this episode, Don Leavens, Vice President and Chief Economist of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, discusses both cyclical and structural forces shaping the U.S. electrical manufacturing space. Following Don’s description of the electrical manufacturing growth picture, the questioning turns to product and process innovation. When asked about concentration and barriers to entry, Dr. Leavens offers an innovative global perspective on the market structure discussion. The interview concludes with Don’s assessment of the impact of demographic change on electrical equipment demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 18, 2019 • 35min

The Global Show - The Purchasing Manager's Index for June 2019

Norbert Ore, Director of Industry Surveys for Strategas Research Partners, and Senior Correspondent with Manufacturing Talk Radio talks with hosts Lew Weiss and Tim Grady in an in-depth discussion of the Purchasing Manager's Index for June 2019, and the scattergram showing the movement of the indices of 18 countries, including the U.S. and some of its regional PMI's. For more visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 11, 2019 • 24min

Manufacturing Matters – Innovation and Disruption U.S. Manufacturing

In this episode, noted economist, futurist and trendcaster, Dr. Shawn Dubravac, defines and discusses the basics of innovation and disruption in the U.S. manufacturing sector. Shawn addresses the challenge of measuring the impact of innovation and disruption given the complexities of domestic and global supply chains. The implications of the current period of rapid process innovation for manufacturing jobs and U.S. competitiveness are also discussed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 10, 2019 • 33min

The Credit Manager's Index with Dr. Chris Kuehl for June 2019

Dr. Chris Kuehl, Managing Director of Armada Corporate Intelligence, discusses the latest Credit Manager’s Index report with hosts Lew Weiss and Tim Grady. For more visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 28, 2019 • 12min

New Jersey Apprenticeship Programs - How to Launch Yours

Patricia Moran, Ph.D. and Director of Apprenticeship Programs with the New Jersey MEP joins hosts Lew Weiss and Tim Grady to discuss the services of the Manufacturing Extensions Partnerships. Manufacturers can get a free needs assessment to determine how to improve and grow their company. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2019 • 26min

Manufacturing Matters - A Close Look At The Trade Tariffs

In today’s episode ‘Manufacturing Matters’ host Cliff Waldman discusses the Trump trade tariffs on China with Manufacturing Talk Radio's co-host Tim Grady. Cliff fields Tim's questions and unpacks the complex issue of why the tariffs were put in place and whether they can solve the challenges between two nations.  Plus, he gives a clear description of why tariffs aren't just a simple math problem. For more visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 21, 2019 • 31min

The Global Show with Norbert Ore for May 2019

Join this lively discussion between Norbert Ore, Director of Industry Surveys for Strategas Research Partners and Tim Grady, show host, as they explore the Purchasing Manager’s Index numbers from major economies around the world, and touch on other related subjects to the state of the world economy and the U.S. Fpr mopre visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 15, 2019 • 19min

Manufacturing Matters – The Future of Manufacturing May Be Africa

In today’s episode ‘Manufacturing Matters’ host Cliff Waldman offers comments and analysis on the emerging African economy. He argues that global manufacturers need to increase their attention on the African continent because economic growth is improving and a young, growing, urbanizing population is a comparative advantage relative to the demographics of much of the rest of the world. For more visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 14, 2019 • 31min

3D Printing, CNC Machining and Injection Molding without owning a single machine!

From concept to production run completion, Ben Redwood, Director of Supply Chain from 3D Hubs explains how to have online, on-demand manufacturing with instant design for manufacturing feedback for custom parts that is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry by automating human interactions to de-risk and accelerate the whole manufacturing process. Join hosts Lew Weiss and Tim Grady for this insightful interview. For more visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 9, 2019 • 42min

The Credit Manager’s Index with Chris Kuehl

Dr. Chris Kuehl, author of the monthly Credit Manager’s Index report, joins hosts Lew Weiss and Tim Grady to discuss the latest details in the world of credit managers, as well as general economic conditions in the manufacturing industry. For more visit mfgtalkradio.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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