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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.

Manufacturing Hub Vlad Romanov & Dave Griffith

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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.

    Ep. 160 - Robots 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 from labor shortages

    Ep. 160 - Robots 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐛𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 from labor shortages

    Juan L. Aparicio Ojea joins Dave and Vlad to kick off our Robotics theme!
    Juan founded Reshape Automation and is on a journey to deploy 10x more robotics and automation in the US by the end of this decade. Obsesses by helping small and medium manufacturers and warehouses break free from labor shortages!
    This is a huge goal and we're going to dive into this!
    A special thanks to Robotics Summit and Expo for sponsoring this show and helping to bring Juan on!
    If you want to learn more about all types of robotics, be sure to join the Robotics Summit and Expo live May 1 & 2 in Boston! See the link in the commnets.
     About Manufacturing Hub:
    Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly!
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    Juan L. Aparicio OjeaVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40

    • 1 hr 12 min
    Ep. 159 - Systems Integration w/ G Brooks-Zac

    Ep. 159 - Systems Integration w/ G Brooks-Zac

    Come join G with Dave and Vlad as we conclude the Systems Integration theme!
    G Brooks-Zac's journey into the world of industrial manufacturing is a testament to the intersection of passion, expertise, and relentless pursuit of innovation. With a background in mechanical engineering, their academic odyssey at MIT laid the groundwork for a career steeped in the intricacies of control systems and automation. From the hallowed halls of academia to the rugged terrains of field service and water treatment facilities, G Brooks-Zac's trajectory exemplifies the diverse pathways through which one can navigate the complex landscape of industrial automation.
    The transition from academia to entrepreneurship is a pivotal moment in G Brooks-Zac's narrative. Founding Outlier Automation alongside their wife, Liz, marked a bold leap into the realm of business ownership and innovation. Embracing the challenges and opportunities that come with steering a fledgling enterprise, G Brooks-Zac emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and hands-on experience in navigating the dynamic currents of the industrial automation sector.
    As the conversation unfolds, the trio delves deep into the nuances of modern manufacturing, exploring the symbiotic relationship between technology and business. G Brooks-Zac shares insights gleaned from Outlier Automation's journey, highlighting the company's focus on advanced manufacturing and digital transformation. In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial automation, flexibility, adaptability, and a keen understanding of client needs are paramount. Through engaging anecdotes and practical advice, G Brooks-Zac offers listeners a glimpse into the future of manufacturing systems integration, where innovation and ingenuity converge to shape the industries of tomorrow.
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    G Brooks-ZakVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40

    • 1 hr 20 min
    Ep. 158 - Beckhoff v Rockwell Faceoff - Jakob Sagatowski

    Ep. 158 - Beckhoff v Rockwell Faceoff - Jakob Sagatowski

    A faceoff for the ages!or a deep dive and comparison between two very different platforms.
    Dave is in Germany this week, so Jakob and Vlad are running solo.
    Join us for the first major TwinCAT and Beckhoff dive on Manufacturing Hub.
    It's a bit of a choose-your-own-adventure episode, so be sure to bring your questions!
    About Manufacturing Hub:
    Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly!
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    Jakob SagatowskiVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40

    • 1 hr 21 min
    Ep. 157 - 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐨! w/ Huck Bales

    Ep. 157 - 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮'𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐨! w/ Huck Bales

    Huck has been around the world as a SI. From Australia to Ireland, France, and all across the US.
    Join us as Dave and Vlad dive into some really positive and not-so-positive opportunities that come with Systems Integration and travel.
    We're talking non-traditional applications including some of the interesting applications Huck is working on with Working Systems.
    Plus we'll talk about the ever-changing big v small SI landscape!
    About Manufacturing Hub:
    Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly!
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    Huck BalesVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40

    • 1 hr 13 min
    Ep. 156 - 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬

    Ep. 156 - 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬

    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 4 pm EST.
    Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly!
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    Shane DreffsVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40

    • 1 hr 12 min
    Ep. 155 - 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫?

    Ep. 155 - 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫?

    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!
    Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly!
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    Paul BennisonVlad RomanovDave GriffithManufacturing HubSolisPLC#automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40

    • 1 hr 6 min

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