

Manufacturing Hub
Vlad Romanov & Dave Griffith
We bring you manufacturing news, insights, discuss opportunities, and cutting edge technologies. Our goal is to inform, educate, and inspire leaders and workers in manufacturing, automation, and related fields.
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Oct 7, 2022 • 1h 12min
Ep. 80 - [Ford Cheeseman] Perfect Edge Combination: Industrial Networking & Cloud Microservices
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Sep 29, 2022 • 1h 23min
Ep. 79 - [Bobby Cole] Edge Field Integration, Solutions Manufacturers are Implementing
Guest BioBobby Cole - "My passion for the Automation Engineering business translates into providing creative solutions for my customers. Every project is a new challenge that I take on with the objective of exceeding customer expectations. In 2004 I saw the need for an on-call high-talent automation service and project support provider and started PowerLab Control Technologies. The twelve-employee business grew until the asset sale of the corporation in 2010."Bobby Cole rejoins Manufacturing Hub as we go over some typical applications of edge devices connected to the cloud.We'll talk about:Integration of Edge DevicesUses CasesEdge Device EvolutionField ConsiderationsManufacturing Hub Episode 78. A special thank you to Siemens for sponsoring this theme and for your continued support of the community.Recommended MaterialsDriveConnect with UsBobby ColeVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #engineering

Sep 23, 2022 • 1h 14min
Ep. 78 - [Yuri Chamarelli] Edge v. Cloud or Edge + Cloud?
Guest BioAutomation Specialist and Digital Transformation (IIoT) consultant. With over 10 years of experience across different industries and Machine manufacturing.Those are just a few of the questions we're going to answer with Yuri Chamarelli!Manufacturing Hub Episode 78. A special thank you to Siemens for sponsoring this theme and for your continued support of the community.Connect with UsYuri ChamarelliVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Sep 15, 2022 • 1h 19min
Ep. 77 - [Chris Liu] Introduction to Edge Devices, Siemens Ecosystem, IIoT Digital Transformation
Guest BioInnovative, hard-working, and self-driven Product Manager equipped with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 7 years of experience in R&D, manufacturing, marketing, customer support, and product management. Possessed with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and compliance requirements, and extensive experience in project management, customer relationship, technical support, etc.Where are we currently using them?What will the next generation of devices look like? Those are some of the questions that Chris Liu of Siemens is going to answer as we kick off September!We're talking about Edge Devices all month long!Who has the best ecosystem? How are we using them in the field?What will the future hold?Stay tuned as Vlad, and I start to explore the devices that are connecting the world!Manufacturing Hub Episode 77. A special thank you to Siemens for sponsoring this theme and for your continued support of the community.Connect with UsChris LiuVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #edge

Sep 9, 2022 • 1h 31min
Ep. 76 - [Max Krug & David Crysler] Understanding Operational Excellence & the Role in Manufacturing
Guest BioDavid Crysler - "My passion for helping business leaders comes from growing up in an entrepreneurial household. Both of my parents have owned and continue to own their own businesses. Growing up in that environment taught me many valuable lessons, including what it meant to work hard in your business. It was an easy lesson to learn because I saw it every day. My parents would regularly leave before my school day started and come home well into the evening. We also spent a lot of weekends “at the shop.” My parents were involved in every aspect of their businesses. It was what got their business to where it was, but it was also what was holding them back. I couldn’t see that at the time, though; I just thought that’s what everyone does who owns a business."Max Krug - "Work with your organization's management team and staff to improve operational performance that leads to a healthier income statement and balance sheet. Develop an executable Operational Excellence strategy and associated tactics together with your management team that provides your organization with a decisive competitive advantage necessary to achieve sustainable profits into the future. Deploy the latest Operational Excellence methodologies and reduce fire-fighting and chaos that will allow your team to focus on the execution of the strategy necessary to take the business to the next level of performance."How can YOU make a difference?Vlad is back and is asking questions again this week!We are joined by David Crysler and Max Krug, talking all things Operations, Excellence, how small changes can make breakthrough improvements, and more.Our goal is to help tell you what you can do to make a difference in your facility...Plus some things to stay away from.Buckle up for a jam-packed conversation.Manufacturing Hub Episode 76. A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsMax KrugDavid CryslerVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#automation #manufacturing #operations

Sep 2, 2022 • 59min
Ep. 75 - [Sarah Scudder & Nikki Gonzales] Supply Chain Status in Manufacturing / Product Shortages
Guest BioSarah Scudder is a self-proclaimed supply chain nerd. Sarah hosts a monthly Voice of Supply Chain show that features people in the supply chain doing extraordinary things. She also hosts several other shows and is a marketing and supply chain podcast regular.Nikki Gonzales - I am passionate about the future of work, especially when it comes to the role of automation, robotics, and data science/artificial intelligence in changing our world. I help distributors of industrial automation technology get more business through our collaborative marketplace at Quotebeam. I help buyers cut their sourcing time from weeks to days and sometimes hours. Actively building partner relationships with buyers, distributors, and manufacturers in the space. We're digging into Supply Chain topics for the first time this week on Manufacturing Hub!We've got Rockstars Sarah Scudder and Nikki Gonzales joining us.Sarah hosts Voice of the Supply Chain, and recently launched What the Duck?! She is an all-around powerhouse in everything Supply Chain. Nikki has been doing some amazing things in Automation, not the least of which, helping everyone in the community find their critical parts. Plus she's launched a show of her own in Automation Ladies!This is not going to be a show to miss!Vlad is out again this week, so Karim has offered to come by and help host.Manufacturing Hub Episode 75. A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsSarah ScudderNikki GonzalesVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #supplychain

Aug 25, 2022 • 1h 1min
Ep. 74 - [Hayder Schneider] How to Successfully Bring Disruptive Technology to Manufacturing
Guest BioHayder is a corporate intrapreneur and transformation leader who likes to solve tough problems using technology, digital innovation, and high-performing teams. Along his journey, he advanced jet propulsion by supercomputing, helped in the discovery of better materials with scientific machine-learning, and has been future-proofing manufacturing and supply chain by IoT/AI platform technology.He is particularly passionate about leading cross-functional teams that build products. His leadership style is human-centric and empathic to fuel trust, creativity, and personal growth. He is a strong advocate of empowered teams and strives for excellence in product and beyond.Hayder believes in the power of first-principles thinking, philosophy, and technology to advance humankind. His current technological interests therefore include AI and web3. Personally, he seeks to cultivate breadth, diverse experience, and interdisciplinary exploration.Main Discussion PointsInnovation in ManufacturingHow enterprises & startups should work togetherThe role of AI & ML in manufacturingHow Manufacturers should approach innovation projectsManufacturing Hub Episode 74.A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsHayder SchneiderVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review.#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Aug 18, 2022 • 1h 21min
Ep. 73 - [John Piller & Zachary Stank] Round Table Debate: On-Site Safety.
Guest BiosZachary Stank is an Experienced product marketing manager with a demonstrated history of working in the industrial automation industry. Strong operations professional skilled in safety engineering, automation, edge platforms, product development, traditional and new media marketing, and product training.John Piller is a Husband and Dad that works as a controls engineer, energy use analyst, and small business owner. He balances time with his family while mentoring his fellow engineers, and his work towards industrial controls, electrical systems, and energy uses.Main Discussion PointsThe importance of building a safety cultureHow to interpret & apply safety guidelines?Safety horror storiesManufacturing Hub Episode 73.A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Connect with UsJohn PillerZachary StankVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review.#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Aug 12, 2022 • 1h 26min
Ep. 72 - [Jordan Humphreys] Current career landscape of automation careers high demand & opportunity
Guest BioJordan Humphreys specializes in manufacturing and engineering talent recruiting. He’s well connected and highly resourceful in the talent sourcing space. On the client-side, Jordan works with small to large companies that require highly specialized individuals. Some of these clients include system integration firms, engineering contractors, manufacturing plants, corporate offices, and more. On the end-user side, Jordan is active in the engineering community and provides guidance and placements to technicians, engineers, managers, and executives.Main Discussion PointsCareers in Automation and Manufacturing Sectors.What has changed since the pandemic?What are the differences between working as system integrators versus end-users?Manufacturing Hub Episode 72. A special thank you to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this month and for all your support!Recommended MaterialsHow to Win Friends and Influence PeopleConnect with UsJordan HumphreysVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation

Aug 4, 2022 • 1h 19min
Ep. 71 - [Brandon Zink] Modern Manufacturing Leveraging Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
Guest BioIndustrial Programmer with a BS in Computer Science. Focus on custom full-stack Ignition/Perspective development for large-scale applications, specializing in Python and SQL. Experience in Ignition 8.1 Perspective | Canary Labs | SQL | Python | MES.Main Discussion PointsCareer in Automation with a Computer Science Background - Challenges and Opportunities.Establishing Modern Enterprise Architecture Best Practices.Technological Opportunities in Manufacturing - MES, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and more.Theme: Modern Enterprise ArchitectureManufacturing Hub Episode 71. A big thank you to Canary Labs and Flow Software for both sponsoring this theme and helping to bring forward some new-age ideas.Recommended MaterialsPrediction MachinesThe Book: Playing The Percentages In BaseballConnect with UsBrandon ZinkVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubLet Us Know What You ThinkIf you enjoyed the show, it would mean the world to us if you could leave us a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manufacturing-hub/id1546805573#manufacturing #automation #digitaltransformation