Shane Dreffs joins Manufacturing Hub to kick off our Systems Integration theme. Shane started his career in the 90's working with robotics. He has transitioned to running his own company XYZ Automation and is currently helping manufacturing companies semi-automate and automate their manual processes. Be sure to join the conversation on Wednesday at…

Join Dave as he interviews Paul Bennison this week on Manufacturing Hub to answer that question. We'll talk about sustainability in a number of different verticals. 🔵Supply Chain 🔵Products 🔵Production 🔵Retail We'll talk Energy, Beef Production, and more! If you want to answer the question: "Does Sustainability Matter?" This show is for you! Manufac…

Josh has spent the last 14 years in the supply chain space. The last four have been narrowly focused on contract manufacturing. We're going to answer some big questions this week: 🔵 What does contract manufacturing look like in 2024 and beyond? 🔵 What is negotiable with Brands and Contract Manufacturers? 🔵 How can Brands AND Contract Manufacturers …

The Beauty and Cosmetics industries have been rocked. MoCRA - The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act 2022 is the largest expansion of the FDA's authority since it's inception. That's causing a lot of changes, maybe for the better. This week on Manufacturing Hub, we welcome Nate Call to help explain what this means for consumers and manufactu…

Dave and Vlad have spent years working in Food and Beverage. From Beer to Kraft Mac and Cheese. All month long on Manufacturing Hub we're exploring Consumer Process Goods. Food. Cosmetics and Beauty. Electronics and more. If you want to know the inner secrets and share some of your stories, join us live! ---------- Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave…

𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬! Dave and Vlad bring back Adam Gluck of Copia to talk about how Industry 4.0 struggles with its promise of revolutionary change from the top down. 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬? Along the way we'll talk about: 🔵 Bottom-up solutions. 🔵 Working with Amazon. 🔵 Unlocking the next generation of Automati…

Colm Gavin rejoins Dave and Vlad as we deep dive into the 𝐏𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 of Simulation and Digital Twin! We've all heard that everyone needs a Digital Twin. Let's talk about some of those applications. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐦 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬. We'll dig into how to get started with simulation. Which groups of people are going to be part of the …

Dave McMorran joins to help us start answering the question "What is Industry 4.0?" We'll talk to Dave about his experience, practical applications, and how he has been helping groups to scale their solutions with Litmus Automation. Along the way, we'll discuss Dave's new show, Do More With Data Live! 𝘉𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘫𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯! Manufactur…

Join Dave and Vlad as we bring on six guests with a timer. Interested to hear what 2024 is going to become from six guests plus Dave and Vlad? 👇 𝐁𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 👇 Zachary Stank of Phoenix Contract USA Josef Waltl of Software Defined Automation Ryan Cahalane of Axiom Manufacturing Systems Nikki Gonzales of Automation Ladies …

🔵 Predictions. 🔵 Highlights. 🔵 2023 Successes. 🔵2024 Plans. 🔵 Plus More. Be sure you don't miss Dave and Vlad on this end-of-the-year supershow! Follow Dave Griffith and 🔔. Follow Manufacturing Hub Network. Want to make your process more efficient? 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC #manufacturi…

Join Dave, Vlad, and Kai as we discuss the events of 2023. From Hannover to SPS in Germany, Automate in the US, and a number of other smaller events. We'll get to dive into Kai's background as a panel builder and his YouTube Channel Eplan in a nutshell! What were your favorite events of 2023? Any recommendations for 2024? Connect with Us Kai Hennin…

Join us for the debate on the best tools to build your factory of the future. John DeTellem has built a little bit of everything on PLCs. Sarah McGhee is working on Simatic AX - driving IT-like Automation Engineering Tools. Which direction is correct? Be confident that Dave and Vlad will weigh in with our less-than-humble opinions. Be sure to join …

It's a wrap. Join Dave and Vlad as we recap our experiences and give you our take aways! We will give you the behind-the-scenes and everything you need to know if you're either here on the floor or joining us from afar! Be sure to register for all the videos live from the Siemens Booth! Join Dave and Vlad: 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 Event Preview: 4 PM CET - 10 AM EST…

Manufacturing Hub Party style with a number of guests, including Rainer Brehm, Siemens Factory Automation CEO! This will be a can't miss episode. Be sure to register for all the videos live from the Siemens Booth! Join Dave and Vlad: 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 Event Preview: 4 PM CET - 10 AM EST 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 Future of Automation Presentation: 12:30 PM CET - 6:30 AM EST Day…

Join Dave and Vlad as we preview SPS - Smart Production Solutions 2023! We will give you the behind-the-scenes and everything you need to know if you're either here on the floor or joining us from afar! Be sure to register for all the videos live from the Siemens Booth! Join Dave and Vlad: 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 Event Preview: 4 PM CET - 10 AM EST 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 Future o…

Caleb Eastman rejoins Manufacturing Hub as we deep dive into EDGE Solutions of the Future. We'll get into IT tools and their use in the OT space. Plus we'll get into some Industrial Application Store discussions. A huge thanks to Siemens for sponsoring this theme and your continued support. Connect with Us Caleb Eastman Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith M…

Josh is starring on Manufacturing Hub as we continue to dive into the networks of a modern manufacturing organization. We'll try to answer questions about Increased devices, his conversations around IT/OT Convergence, updates on his never-ending search for OT-capable routers, plus #Hatlife. Be sure not to miss Manufacturing Hub in the morning! A sp…

Benson rejoins Dave and Vlad to help break through the noise that can be OT Cybersecurity. We'll talk about OT cybersecurity lessons. Cybersecurity on industrial devices. Plus Cybersecurity - Where to start! Don't miss this last episode of cybersecurity month! A special thanks to Phoenix Contact USA for sponsoring this theme and a happy 100th anniv…

Clint Bodungen | Co-Founder / CEO @ ThreatGEN Clint Bodungen is a globally recognized cybersecurity professional and thought leader with over 25 years of experience (of which 20 years have been focused on ICS/OT cybersecurity). His journey in cybersecurity began at the age of eleven when he started programming on a Tandy 1200, and since then, his c…

Ryan Heartfield | CTO / Chief Scientist, Co-Founder @ Exalens Ryan is CTO / Chief Scientist and co-founder of Exalens, a cybersecurity startup enhancing the operational resilience of digitally transforming industries like manufacturing. At Exalens, Ryan leads capability development, cybersecurity research, and platform innovation across Exalens’ cy…

Grant Vandebrake | Senior Global Systems Engineer - Network and Cybersecurity @ Phoenix Contact Grant began his career at Phoenix Contact in 2013 after completing a bachelor's in Electrical Engineering. As he gained experience within industrial automation and one of the leading companies that supply automation equipment, he developed an interest in…

Ryan Lillibridge | Vice President @ Mission Design & Automation With over 19 years of experience in the automation industry, I am a Vice President at Mission Design & Automation, which provides custom automation solutions for various sectors. In this role, I oversee the business development, sales, and engineering teams and ensure that we deliver h…

Dave Neville | President & Co-Founder @ Infinity Robotics I have a strong sales and management background with a passion for technology and robotics. We are looking for customers and team members dedicated to automation and the application of Vision and IoT to Robotics. Collaborative, Mobile and Industrial Robots. Dave started Infinity Robotics muc…

Courtney Fernandez | Senior Automation Engineer @ United Robotics Group I currently work in industrial automation utilizing machine vision/smart cameras, programming a large variety of PLCs, robots, motion controllers, etc, designing electrical cabinets, and modifying existing machinery. More details below and in my work experience. My masters degr…

Pawel Krupa | Sr. Controls Engineer @ Tesla Experienced robot programmer working in the automotive industry is looking for new opportunities to develop his passion. Robot programming is a field that I feel like a duck in water. In my four-year career, I worked with VW and Opel standards on FANUC and KUKA. I did integrations, new lines, cycle-time o…

Now that we've talked about ways to reinvent factory hardware. What are Dave and Vlad's opinions on the next generation of hardware and how we will use it? A special thanks to Horner Automation for sponsoring this episode and your continued support of the show. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC #manufacturing #au…

Markus Rimmele | Founder @ DigitalituM Entrepreneur, Digitalization Ambassador, Field Service Leader, Electrical Engineer, Author, and Speaker. I moved from a mechatronics technician wiring machines to an Electrical Engineer programming production lines to a project manager and Service Leader to support manufacturing clients through the entire life…

Davide Pascucci | Founder and CEO @ Bright IIOT With almost 20 years of experience in the automation industry, Davide couldn’t be more passionate about delivering digital transformation to our clients. He began his career in Europe working for significant EPC contractors operating in the Middle Eastern oil and gas sector. While this is where his fo…

Chuck Ridgeway | Automation Technology Manager & Senior Customer Advocate @ Horner Automation Horner APG, comprised of Horner Automation and Horner Lighting groups, is a U.S.-based, global leader in commercial automation and LED lighting. Through our customer-centric vision and innovative focus, we provide truly value-added solutions exceeding our …

David Nichols | CEO, Co-Founder @ Loupe Loupe is trying to revolutionize the automation industry by redefining what’s possible. We unlock the potential of machines with our transformational approach, building on the advances of the past to pave the way to the future. With breakthrough ideas, we empower our people and our clients to be extraordinary…

What is standardization, and why is it important? On the plant floor. In the stock room. In the back office and more! A special thanks to Siemens for sponsoring this episode and your continued support of the show. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC #manufacturing #automation #industry40 #digitaltransforation…

Preston Hadley | President & Founder @ Envision Automation & Controls Solving problems that most people find impossible is what drives Preston Hadley. He's an industry leader and is on the front lines daily, making automation come to life all around him. He got his start in IT but fell in love with automation and controls and never looked back. Pre…

Jim Gavigan | President and Founder @ Industrial Insight, Inc. A problem solver with over 20 years of experience in various roles in automation, manufacturing, and data solutions. I have a unique set of skills and experiences that allow me to be a consultant, coach, architect, mentor, or implementer as the need fits. From my start as an engineer do…

Bobby Cole | President @ Think-PLC "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 provide…

Garett Williams | Portfolio Development Specialist - Industrial I/O @ Siemens I am a high-energy business development and sales leader with over 24 years of factory automation market development and sales experience in the development and implementation of strategies to meet and exceed business growth goals. I have a passion for technology and peop…

All June long we've been talking about Systems Integrators. Different verticals. Different perspectives. One thing we (mostly) agree on is the fact that Systems Integration will be different five years from now than it is today. Join Vlad and Dave as we talk all about our experiences and predictions. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manuf…

Jason Hamlin | Operations @ Instrulogic, LLC Making science fiction real... Ever wonder how industrial automation works? I have the privilege of helping design and build the systems which power it! At Instrulogic, I help to build cutting-edge control systems which don’t (always) cost as much as a Deathstar. I thrive working in critical infrastructu…

Addison Waege | Industrial Programmer II @ Vertech Experienced MES developer and former controls engineer. Skilled in designing, developing, and implementing Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) following the ISA-95 standard. Adept in analyzing complex manufacturing processes, identifying areas for improvement, and developing solutions to optimize…

Travis Cox | Chief Technology Evangelist @ Inductive Automation My passion is helping companies solve challenges using Ignition and modern technologies. I have been in the automation industry for 18 years. Through that time as a Co-Director of Sales Engineering for Inductive Automation, I have seen numerous successful launches of HMI/SCADA and IIoT…

Sam Russem from Grantek I am passionate about the concepts of Smart Manufacturing, Industry 4.0, and Digital Transformation: studying, discussing, evaluating, developing, and planning how we can apply innovations in computing, networking, and data to the manufacturing space. I believe that Smart Manufacturing technologies can improve our everyday l…

Join Dave and Vlad as we talk about all things #automate2023. From the Engineer's perspective, from the business perspective, and the content. A huge thanks to Siemens, Festo, Phoenix Contact USA, and CESMII (amongst others) for helping us capture and bring all these fun conversations to you! Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing…

Bernd Bergner | Product Portfolio Manager @Siemens We're going live from Automate 2023 in Detroit Michigan to talk to Bernd Bergner from Siemens and to learn more about some of the technologies that are paving the way for integrators of the future, their approach to engineering efficiency, and how they're tackling some of the challenges of Industry…

Josef Waltl | CEO and Founder @ Software Defined Automation Software Defined Automation (SDA) was founded by cloud, industrial software, and manufacturing experts to empower Automation Engineers with a PLC management and code versioning platform to become more productive and efficient in their heterogeneous PLC environments. From Industrial Enginee…

Nick O'Leary from FlowForge Nick is the CTO and Founder of FlowForge Inc, where he is leading the OpenJS Node-RED project and building a low-code development platform. Before starting FlowForge, he was at IBM for over 19 years working across a wide range of technologies. He spends his time playing with IoT technologies, having worked on projects ra…

Come join Manufacturing Hub as we kick off an Efficient Engineering Theme! We'll talk about Agile, Version Control, Documentation, and tools to rapidly deploy solutions. A special thank you to SIemens for sponsoring this theme and your continued support of the community. Join Manufacturing Hub at Automate 2023 - Come see us in the Siemens Booth! Co…

Join Dave and Vlad as we recap April's theme and talk about Dave's experience at Hannover Messe 2023! Plus we'll talk a little bit about our Automate plans. Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC #manufacturing #automation #Industry40 #digitaltransformation #engineering…

Guest Bio - Rija Rakotoarisoa from Poclain Hydraulics Dual skills in IT and Finance (+18 years in industry, +16 years in project management). Results-oriented, able to discuss with all profiles from operator to top management. Double compétence en Informatique et Finance (+18 ans dans l’industrie, +16 ans en gestion de projet). Orienté résultats, c…

Listen to Dave and Tomi discuss Hannover Messe 2023, Tomi's background in Finland, and the future of the industry. A special Thank you to Litmus for sponsoring this episode and bringing Manufacturing Hub to Hannover Messe 2023! Learn more: Central.Litmus.io Connect with Us Tomi Lahti Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC #manufactur…

Guest Bio - Kevin Holbrook High-Energy Technologist and Internet of Things and Connected Industry veteran, having worked for most of the last decade designing, developing, and deploying IoT Solutions. I have worked across the Connected Industry ecosystem from early-stage start-ups through multi-national enterprises, providing insight, guidance, and…

Vatsal Shah from Litmus Headquartered in San Jose, California., Litmus is the leading provider of unified Edge to Cloud platforms for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). With LoopEdge, users can collect data from any industrial system and manage and analyze it within milliseconds to make critical decisions right at the edge - next to industri…