
The Automation Podcast
The Automation Podcast covers industrial automation products and solutions
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Nov 16, 2016 • 29min
Automation Fair 2016 Post Show Podcast (P34)
I share my thoughts about Automation Fair 2016 including what's new in Logix, Studio, and View in episode 34 of The Automation Podcast.
Related: Links to the companion articles below
What's New in Logix, AF 2016
What's New in Studio 5000, AF 2016
What's New in View, AF 2016
Automation Fair's Automation Perspectives
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Until next time, Peace ✌️
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Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Apr 6, 2016 • 20min
What I learned in my first year coaching Lego League (P33)
Today I share ten lessons I learned in my first year coaching a Lego League team in episode 33 of The Automation Podcast.
Related: Read the companion article HERE
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Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Nov 18, 2015 • 34min
Automation Fair 2015 Pre-Show: 1756-L85E, 5069 I/O (P32)
Learn about the 5580 1756-L85E ControlLogix, 5069 Compact I/O our session picks in our Automation Fair 2015 pre-show in episode 32 of The Automation Podcast.
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Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Nov 4, 2015 • 48min
Top Rockwell news and products of the year (P31)
Learn what we think were the top Rockwell news and products releases over the last twelve months, as well as where we've been during the same period, in episode 31 of The Automation Podcast.
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Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Sep 4, 2014 • 16min
RSTechED 2014 Post Show Thoughts (P30)
In The Automation Podcast: Episode 30, I discuss my post show thoughts on RSTechED 2014 with a fellow attendee.
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Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Aug 28, 2014 • 10min
Remote Access Options (P29)
In The Automation Podcast: Episode 29, we discuss Remote Access Options for Control Systems.
Note - You'll find more information about control system remote access options in our companion article below:
Blog: Control System Remote Access Options:
Listen to the Podcast:
https://theautomationblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/TheAutomationPodcast-0029.mp3
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Aug 21, 2014 • 6min
ControlLogix, CompactLogix – Can multiple controllers control the same Ethernet I/O? (P28)
In The Automation Podcast: Episode 28, we discuss if Multiple ControlLogix Controllers can Control the Same I/O.
Note - You'll find more information about multiple controllers using the same I/O in our companion article below:
Blog: Can Multiple PLC's Control the Same I/O:
Listen to the Podcast:
https://theautomationblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/TheAutomationPodcast-0028.mp3
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Aug 14, 2014 • 9min
ControlLogix, CompactLogix – Data Logging Options (P27)
In The Automation Podcast: Episode 27, we discuss data logging options for Compact and ControlLogix
Note - You'll find more information about data logging options for Compact and ControlLogix in our companion article below:
Blog: Data Logging Options for Compact and ControlLogix
Listen to the Podcast:
https://theautomationblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/TheAutomationPodcast-0027.mp3
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Aug 7, 2014 • 7min
Beginner’s PLC (P26)
In The Automation Podcast: Episode 26, we discuss two different options when choosing a Beginner's PLC.
Note - You'll find more information about choosing a Beginner's PLC in our companion article below:
Blog: Beginner's PLC
Listen to the Podcast:
https://theautomationblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/TheAutomationPodcast-0026.mp3
NOTE - Below are the links to products mentioned in this podcast:
Micro800, Free CCW software
MicroLogix 1000, Free RSLogix software
Micro 24vdc Power Supply
Generic MicroLogix Serial Cable
Generic USB to Serial Cable
Generic USB to MicroLogix Combo Cable
Push Button Station
24vdc Pilot Lights, 120vdc Pilot Lights
Pilot Light Enclosure
18 Gauge Wire
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.

Jul 3, 2014 • 7min
Find Rockwell downloads and updates (P25)
In The Automation Podcast: Episode 25, we discuss where you find Rockwell downloads and updates.
Note - You'll find more information about Rockwell downloads and updates in our companion content below:
Blog: How to find and download Rockwell Allen-Bradley Software
Video: Finding Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Automation Product Downloads
Video: Getting Allen-Bradley and Rockwell Software Updates
Listen to the Podcast:
https://theautomationblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/TheAutomationPodcast-0025.mp3
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M TierneyTechnology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.