The industrial automation landscape is constantly changing and adapting to meet the needs and challenges of manufacturers in a variety of industrial spaces. As the global markets continue to be impacted by supply chain disruptions, labor shortages and other roadblocks, automation trends have emerged over the past year to help address these challeng…

The Omron Sakura Program is empowering the next generation of sales and technology leaders. Join podcast host Kenny Heidel as he interviews Carrie Lee about some of our exciting University partnerships, and how we’re growing our Sakura trainee program to prepare recent college graduates for successful automation careers at Omron.…

In this episode of Operation Automation, join Carrie Lee, Kenny Heidel, and podcast producers Tad Saine and Ali Hasan. In this retrospective episode we look back over the past 20 episodes of the podcast, offer a glimpse into what the future holds for Operation Automation, as well as general thoughts on the world of podcasting at-large. Ali is Senio…

Things are shifting in the manufacturing industry, but what does this mean for people who are involved in selling automation solutions? From the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic to the continuing pressures of labor shortages and increased expectations for quality, Peter Brouwer discusses how the sales landscape has changed.…

How do we make sense of terms like Industry 4.0? More specifically, how do we turn these nebulous concepts into actions we can take to grow a business? Join Carrie Lee, Kenny Heidel, and special guest Paul Anderson as they delve deeper into a topic that Paul presented on at Omron OPEN 2022. Whether you’re looking to improve flexibility or incorpora…

What’s the number one goal of BPI and LEAN? What are some ways that manufacturers have found success in leveraging automation technologies alongside BPI? These are just a couple of questions that Carrie Lee, Kenny Heidel, and special guests Christian Plott and Michael Pop dive into in this insightful podcast episode. We all need somebody — or somet…

Are we living a Semi-Charmed Life, or a Semiconductor-Charmed Life? Maybe we should wait until we get out of the current chip shortage to decide. Join hosts Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel as they learn all about semiconductor manufacturing — including the six steps to make a chip and what “copy exact” means from an industry perspective — from Strategi…

What’s behind the prediction that robotics adoption will not only double — or even triple — but QUADRUPLE from 2020 to 2025? Join Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel as they chat with Robotics Project Manager Adrian Choy about the ways in which robotics accessibility has opened the doors to new opportunities outside the usual industries like manufacturing.…

Join Carrie and Kenny as they discuss all things traceability and how it has an effect on everything we touch on a daily basis with Jason Mack, Advanced Sensing Sales Manager.By Omron Automation Americas

Join Kenny and Carrie as they talk about the impact that Sustainability has on manufacturing today and how it will impact business decisions in the future. Learn More: Our Corporate Sustainability Goals White Paper - Raising the Bar on Flexible Packaging Trends Success Story - Flexible Packaging Solutions…

Join Carrie and Kenny alongside special guest Robb Black, CEO of Omron Automation Americas as they discuss the future of industrial automation and the Omron commitment to improving lives and benefiting society. For more information on Omron's long-term vision, please visit: https://www.omron.com/global/en/sf2030/ For more information on Omron's Pri…

Kenny and Carrie get the latest industry scoop on the navigation from traditional gasoline engines to EV in the automotive market from our Strategic Account Manager Bryan Monty and our Senior Director of Technology and Strategic Sales Jeff Hall.By Omron Automation Americas

Join Kenny and Carrie as they discuss with Mike Chen, Sr. Director of Solutions & Technology Development, about how factories are going to evolve and advance their production capabilities with the new technologies emerging in industrial automation.By Omron Automation Americas

Join hosts Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel, along with special guest Mike Hamoy to talk about about all things IO-Link. IO-Link is the first standardized IO technology worldwide for communication with sensors and other machine devices. It has enabled a new arena of getting data from never-before seen areas to make better production decisions. Mike tack…

From the difference between perimeter guarding and point-of-interaction guarding to the inclusion of IO-Link technology in light curtains, Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel explore all things related to one of the most important machine safety technologies. Get insights into best practices for using light curtains and the latest capabilities they offer i…

Where are all the maintenance professionals going? If this question has been on your mind in recent years, you’re not alone. Skilled maintenance workers are retiring at rapid rates, and a huge wealth of knowledge is going out the door with them. Join Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel in a new podcast episode as they discuss the impact of this trend and h…

Join hosts Carrie and Kenny as they discuss how the pandemic has changed the way we do business, and what they think a ‘new normal’ will look like. At the end of the episode, we’ve included a bonus conversation with our production team. Stay tuned until after the closing credits to hear that discussion.…

Kenny Heidel and Carrie Lee help us better define common IIoT terms and explain how they relate to Omron solutions.By Omron Automation Americas

Join Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel to learn from special guest Pamela Horbacovsky (Product Manager – Safety Controllers and Components) on how Integrated Safety is becoming an important part of automation methodology and where Omron can assist in its implementation.By Omron Automation Americas

Join Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel for a chat with TWO special guests! Brian Leeson, VP of Operations for Americas, and Juli Harvey, Director of Supply Chain for Americas.By Omron Automation Americas

Join Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel for a chat with Omron Global Account Manager Terry Kiesling. Terry shares perspectives on the Food and Commodity industry, working with global teams, what we’ve learned from the global pandemic, and the future of manufacturing.By Omron Automation Americas

Join Carrie Lee and Kenny Heidel to learn from special guest Justin Lantin, on how customers can migrate to a predictive maintenance model with the help of Omron component products.By Omron Automation Americas

An interview with Omron Automation Americas Vice President of Marketing, Mark Sadie. Mark shares some perspectives and lessons learned during his long career at Omron. We discuss work force changes, the vision and values of Omron as a company, how the pandemic has changed the way we do business, and what the future of industrial automation holds.…