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Jul 17, 2024 • 0sec
FactoryTalk Design Studio (P210)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Tony Carrara of Rockwell Automation to learn about FactoryTalk Design Studio in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 210 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Tony from Rockwell Automation for coming on the show to introduce us to FactoryTalk Design Studio! To learn more about the Design Studio, see the below links:
Webinar Link
Webpage Link
Form Link
Post show notes on next release:
"The 1.08 update of FactoryTalk Design Studio will be available for customers on 7/27/24.
With this update, users can manage access to specific FactoryTalk Design Studio operations with Role-Based Access Control. This first iteration gives users the ability to protect certain actions performed within the software by designating an Admin who is responsible to assign roles based on the level of access needed for each user.
Also available in this update are enhancements to our Generative AI Assistant with FactoryTalk Design Studio Copilot. With a refined response time, users can now view responses in real-time as the assistant generates an answer. We have also integrated an "Ask Copilot" feature where users can troubleshoot errors in the Output Panel.
Lastly, in this update, we continue expanding our device offering with the addition of Stratix 2500, 5200, and 5410 switches as well as a 1783 CSP (CIP security proxy) device. These switches range from lightly managed to fully managed. The addition of these products will help customers manage their networks and choose the best device to increase the security of their network."
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.

Jul 10, 2024 • 0sec
K50Z Multipoint Sensor from Banner Engineering (P209)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Alex Novak of Banner Engineering to learn about their new K50Z Multipoint Sensor in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
For more information and product links, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 209 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Alex from Banner Engineering for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on their new K50Z Multipoint Sensor! To learn more about the K50Z and Banner Engineering, see the below links:
K50A New Product Page
K50A Product Details
K50Z YouTube Intro Video
K50Z YouTube Software Deep Dive
Banner's Sensor Product Page
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, 2024 • 1h 1min
What’s New with FactoryTalk View v14 (P208)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Johann Kotze of Rockwell Automation to learn about what's new in FactoryTalk View Machine and Site Edition in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
Note: As this episode was not sponsored by the vendor, the video edition is only available to our members here on The Automation Blog and on YouTube. For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 208 Show Notes:
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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.

Jun 26, 2024 • 41min
ISA and Cybersecurity (P207)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Scott Reynolds of ISA to learn about what ISA has been doing in the area of OT Cybersecurity, including a rundown of the OT Cybersecurity Summit he attended last week, all in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 207 Show Notes:
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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.

Jun 12, 2024 • 38min
AMCI Motion Control Products (P206)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Matthew Tellier of AMCI to learn about the Motion Control products they offer in this episode of The Automation Podcast
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 206 Show Notes:
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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.

Jun 5, 2024 • 26min
What’s New, Coming, and Changing (P205)
This week I discuss what episodes I have planned, as well as some of the planned changes coming to the show as I kick off the second decade of The Automation Podcast! Note: This episode was updated after originally released, and the new section now precedes the original.
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 205 Show Notes:
Special thanks to all our listeners: You are the reason I keep doing the show!
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.

May 22, 2024 • 43min
Project Libraries in TIA Portal (P204)
Shawn Tierney meets up with John DeTellem of Siemens to learn about Project Libraries in TIA Portal in this episode of The Automation Podcast
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 204 Show Notes:
Special thanks to John DeTellem of Siemens for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on Project Libraries in TIA Portal.
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.

May 15, 2024 • 1h 3min
Siemens S7-1200 G2 (P203)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Luis Narvaez of Siemens to learn all about their new S7-1200 G2 (generation 2) PLC in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 203 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Luis Narvaez of Siemens for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on their newly announced S7-1200 G2 PLC. To learn more about Siemens' S7-1200 G2 check out the link below:
S7-1200 G2
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.

May 8, 2024 • 0sec
IXON Secure Remote Access and Edge Gateway (P202)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Brandon Penrod of IXON to learn about their Remote Access and IoT Edge Gateway Solutions in this episode of The Automation Podcast
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 202 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Brandon Penrod of IXON for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on their Remote Access and Edge Gateway solutions. To learn more about IXON, check out the below links:
IXON IIOT Portal
Machine Connectivity in the age of Service Excellence
IXON Customer cases
Talk to an IXON specialist
Follow IXON on LinkedIn
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.

May 1, 2024 • 33min
No Charging Downtime for AMRs, Forklifts, and Drones using Capacitive Power from CaPow (P201)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Noam Geffen of CaPow to learn what's new with their Capacitive Power Solution for AMRs, Forklifts, and Drones in this episode of The Automation Podcast
For more information, check out the "Show Notes" located below the video.
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The Automation Podcast, Episode 201 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Noam Geffen of CaPow for coming on the show to bring us up to speed on their Capacitive Power solution. To learn more about CaPow, check out the links below:
CaPow Website
CaPow YouTube Channel
CaPow MODEX Video
CaPow Genesis Video
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.