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The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie
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Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.

  1. 14h ago

    Michal Ukropec with Twinzo

    Industrial Talk is talking to Michal Ukropec, CEO at Twinzo about "Operational Digital Twin: Real-Time operational insights from all your connected devices". Overview Digital twin and real-time logistics tracking were discussed as ways to improve manufacturing visibility, efficiency, and competitiveness. Digitalization Gap Michalsaid European manufacturers lag behind China and often operate legacy systems without connectivity or a coherent digitalization strategy.Procurement decisions that remove connectivity features can create long-term data and integration problems. Twinzo Use Case Twinzotracks logistics fleets, materials, and movement from suppliers through production, integrating data from PLCs, MES, and WMS systems.Real-time location data can reduce forklift fleet requirements, prevent micro-stoppages, and improve material flow without adding equipment or staff. Adoption Barriers What leadership commitment and strategy are needed to modernize plants using legacy systems?How can manufacturers ensure operational data is clean, accurate, and trusted before applying AI or analytics?The discussion emphasized piloting technologies at limited scale, measuring results, and balancing technology with effective leadership and workforce engagement. Outline Manufacturing Competitiveness Workforce and industrial competitiveness were framed as shared priorities.Europe’s digitalization gap compared with China and the United States was discussed. Legacy Infrastructure Many plants still rely on older PLCs and IBM AS/400-era systems.Replacing legacy infrastructure can be expensive and disruptive, but inaction limits visibility and efficiency. Twinzo Platform Twinzooriginated in indoor positioning and evolved toward manufacturing and logistics tracking.The platform can monitor fleets, materials, workstations, and production movement.Potential integrations include PLC, MES, and WMS data. Operational Benefits Real-time location system data can reveal inefficient routes and unnecessary fleet capacity.An automated material-ordering workflow was compared to an “Uber for the plant.”Additional use cases include reducing energy waste and identifying equipment operating without orders. Technology and Leadership AI was characterized as a tool requiring appropriate data, evaluation, and measured adoption.Leadership, culture, workforce capability, and trust remain central to successful transformation. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! MICHAL UKROPEC'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michalukropec/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/twinzo/home/ Company Website: https://www.twinzo.com/ PODCAST VIDEO:   THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – a href="https://lifterlms.com/"...

    Michal Ukropec with Twinzo

  2. 1d ago

    Antonio Delgado and Ruben Domingo, BCC Global CISO Roundtable

    Industrial Talk/BCC is talking to Rubin Domingo and Antonio Delgado, about "CISO Roundtable, Real Threats and Real Decisions impacting the market". Overview The roundtable examined practical cybersecurity risks and emphasized that security is a business responsibility, not solely an IT function. Key Risks Rubenidentified concentration among major service providers and uneven cybersecurity maturity among smaller public bodies as significant threats.Antoniohighlighted ransomware, phishing, social engineering, and third-party risk as more immediate concerns than highly publicized AI attack scenarios. Resilience Priorities Organizations should prepare before an incident through containment plans, crisis communications, tested backups, alternate service instances, and provider redundancy.Manufacturing environments need asset visibility, IT/OT network separation, and controls for legacy systems and connected devices.Leadership should evaluate cyber risk alongside financial and legal risk; cyber insurance increasingly requires evidence of controls such as MFA, backups, incident response, training, EDR, and vulnerability management. Open Questions How can smaller organizations achieve adequate cybersecurity maturity with limited resources?How should organizations adopt AI while protecting sensitive and critical data? Action Items Broadcast from the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress in Barcelona on November 3–5, 2026. (@Scott Mackenzie) Outline Participants and Roles Ruben: Technology and cybersecurity director for a public organization representing Catalan municipalities and the regional government; advisory board member of the Global CISO Council Spain chapter.Antonio: CISO in an international education group serving schools across Europe, Latin America, and the United States. Real Threats Versus Noise Service-provider concentration can create broad systemic outages.Smaller municipalities and organizations often lack dedicated cybersecurity resources.Ransomware, phishing, social engineering, and third-party weaknesses remain operationally relevant. Incident Preparedness Contain affected systems first, coordinate communications, and restore services from prepared alternate environments.Regulation and frameworks such as ISO 27001 and Spain’s National Security Scheme can drive preparedness. Manufacturing and Education Manufacturing requires IT/OT separation, visibility into connected assets, and legacy-system risk management.Schools require layered identity controls, MFA, awareness training, phishing simulations, and protection of minors’ data. AI, Leadership, and Insurance AI should be adopted with policies, training, and controls against sensitive-data exposure.CISOs should communicate business impact and risk to boards rather than focusing only on technical controls.Cyber insurance validates organizational maturity and can support recovery after an attack. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! RUBEN CORTES DOMINGO'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubencortes/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/consorci-aoc-2/home/ Company Website: https://www.aoc.cat/en/ ANTONIO DELGADO'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antoniodelgadociso/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/affinitas-education/home/ Company Website: https://www.affinitasedu.com/ PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/eQThmKVowOY THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/ Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/ Business Beatitude the Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS...

  3. 2d ago

    Sunil Mudholkar with Octave

    Industrial Talk is onsite at Octave Live and talking to Sunil Mudholkar, VP of Product - Physical Security at Octave about "Video and incident management solutions". Overview The conversation examined how Octave’s Physical Security Group uses video, sensors, and AI to improve safety and operational awareness. Core Discussion Sunildescribed the group’s work across cameras, access control, fire alarms, HVAC systems, and other sensors in environments such as airports, casinos, manufacturing facilities, and critical infrastructure.AI can analyze live video for events such as smoking, forced entry, or environmental hazards, while adding context to distinguish normal conditions from unusual behavior. Key Considerations Octaveis addressing privacy requirements that vary by region, including masking faces where facial recognition is restricted.Video integrity and chain of custody are maintained so footage can support investigations or legal proceedings.Physical security is increasingly integrated with industrial operations, helping validate equipment conditions, reduce risk, and preserve information across design, construction, operation, and protection. Outline Background Sunildiscussed his experience in video streaming, media production, and approximately four years withOctave’sPhysical Security Group. Physical Security Cameras and sensors monitor access, safety events, environmental conditions, and operational anomalies.The group consolidates signals to help customers operate safer facilities. AI And Privacy AI reviews live video and identifies potentially abnormal activity.Context and natural-language queries help reduce noise and improve alert relevance.Privacy practices differ by geography; facial masking is used where required. Industrial Integration Cameras function as operational sensors alongside industrial equipment data.Security and operations are converging to support safer, more sustainable facilities and continuous improvement across the business lifecycle. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! SUNIL MUDHOLKAR'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smudholkar/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/octaveintelligence/ Company Website: https://www.octave.com/ PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/6RYe7_pdEGA THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/ Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/   Business Beatitude the Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount

    Sunil Mudholkar with Octave

  4. 6d ago

    Alex Shaw with Archimedic

    Industrial Talk is onsite at MD&M West and talking to Alexander "Alex" Shaw, CEO at Archimedic about "Medtech design, regulatory and go-to-market strategies". Overview Archimedic’s discussion focused on helping medical-device founders move ideas from concept through design, FDA regulatory approval, and commercialization. Core Approach Alexexplained thatArchimedicsupports three connected areas: design, regulatory strategy, and go-to-market planning.Most product failures occur because commercialization is not defined early enough; Alex estimated 70% fail for go-to-market reasons, compared with 20% for regulatory issues and 10% for design. Examples And Outlook Active Protectivesuccessfully developed a wearable fall-detection airbag belt, but had to shift from a consumer product strategy to a regulated medical-device pathway to generate clinical evidence.A smart pill case worked technically but failed commercially because insurers could not support the infrastructure needed to assemble individualized blister packs.Open question: Can medical-device startups regain sufficient venture-capital and grant funding to sustain early-stage innovation? Outline Event And Company Context AlexdiscussedArchimedicat MDNM West and described the event’s growth following the pandemic. Alex’s Background Background in biochemistry and drug development consulting.Later moved into medical devices because of similarities in FDA regulation and development processes.Became CEO ofArchimedicapproximately one and a half years ago. Medical Device Development Archimedichelps clients advance ideas through design, regulatory approval, and commercialization.Early attention to market demand is emphasized before committing heavily to design and development. Case Studies Active Protective: wearable airbag belt for nursing-home residents; ultimately required clinical evidence and FDA approval.Smart pill case: technically feasible, but the insurance-based commercial model was not viable. Market Outlook Early-stage medical-device companies have faced weak venture-capital and grant funding.Alexexpects renewed funding could support additional innovation and patient benefits. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! ALEX SHAW'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/m-alexander-shaw-3a7076a/ Company LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/archimedicdevice/ Company Website: https://www.archimedic.com/ PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/ekfbquOon-o THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/ Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/ Business Beatitude the Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount

    Alex Shaw with Archimedic

  5. Sep 10

    Doug Donahue with Entrada Group

    Industrial Talk is talking to Doug Donahue, Co-Managing Director at Entrada Group about "Nearshoring and offshoring manufacturing solutions". Overview Doug explained how Entrada Group helps small and midsize manufacturers establish production in Mexico while reducing legal, trade-compliance, labor, and facility-related risks. Operating Model Manufacturers useEntrada Group’s legal presence, permits, and IMMEX program while managing their own production.Entrada Groupprovides labor, trade compliance, and support with Mexican government requirements.Existing facilities can enable production in approximately 9–12 weeks for simpler products or four to six months for more complex medical devices. Market Factors Dougidentified labor availability as a major reason U.S. manufacturers consider Mexico; some companies reported leaving $2 million and $8 million in sales unrealized because of labor constraints.Trade uncertainty has slowed million-dollar investment decisions, althoughDougsaid USMCA remains in effect and qualifying products can receive preferential treatment.Open question: How will future U.S.–Mexico trade negotiations affect manufacturing investment and automotive supply chains? Outline Entrada Group Model Provides a legal and operational platform for manufacturers entering Mexico.Supports labor, permits, trade compliance, and government-related requirements.Clients retain responsibility for managing their manufacturing processes. Facility Deployment Entrada Groupoperates manufacturing campuses with existing space.Site selection considers workforce size, transportation access, airports, and cost.Build-outs primarily require customized electrical systems and production-floor designs. Trade Compliance Bills of material are analyzed to determine USMCA eligibility.The trade-compliance department helps clients respond to tariff and documentation changes.Trade uncertainty has created hesitation around major capital investments. Workforce Constraints Mexico offers strong interest in manufacturing careers and technical training programs.U.S. manufacturers continue to face labor shortages that constrain growth. Closing Information Dougprovided contact information throughEntrada Groupand its website.Entrada Groupoffers a monthly informational webinar about Mexico, its operating regions, and its services. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! DOUG DONAHUE'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-donahue-573a2a8/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/entrada-group-de-mexico/ Company Website: https://www.entradagroup.com/ PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/dfFu845t4Zk THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/ Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/ Industrial Academy (One Month Free Access And One Free License For Future Industrial Leader): Business Beatitude the Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount

    Doug Donahue with Entrada Group

  6. Sep 9

    Vick Vaishnavi with Octave ETQ

    Industrial Talk is talking to Vick Vaishnavi, CEO/COO/GM/President at Octave ETQ about "Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing Survey". Overview The conversation examined the Octave Pulse of Quality in Manufacturing Survey and its implications for large manufacturers. Survey Findings Vickdescribed an independent survey of more than 750 enterprise manufacturers across the U.S., U.K., and Germany.Quality is becoming a strategic, company-wide priority: 71% planned to increase quality-management spending, and 63% viewed quality as strategic compared with 38% the prior year.AI adoption in quality operations increased to 47%, with 43% planning adoption within two years. Discussed use cases included automation, analytics, defect detection, and workforce training.Product recalls remain significant: 75% reported a recall within five years, and 47% attributed recalls to supply-chain problems. Workforce shortages or skills gaps affected 78% of respondents. Open Questions How can manufacturers adopt AI while preserving human expertise, safety, and accountability?How can organizations manage tariffs, supplier changes, compliance requirements, and rising customer expectations without compromising quality? Outline Survey Purpose Assess the state of quality in enterprise manufacturing.Identify trends, business drivers, and challenges affecting quality operations.Survey conducted independently by Censuswide across the U.S., U.K., and Germany. AI In Quality Adoption rose from 33% to 47% year over year.Three application areas were discussed: automation, analytics, and workforce intelligence.Expected benefits included efficiency, effectiveness, and improved economics. Compliance And Supply Chain Quality and regulatory requirements are increasing.Tariffs are prompting consideration of onshoring and domestic suppliers.Cost-cutting decisions may create quality risks and contribute to recalls. Workforce And Knowledge Retirements and manufacturing labor shifts are creating shortages and skills gaps.AI may help capture experienced workers’ knowledge and support training.Human expertise remains necessary for complex and safety-critical work. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! VICK VAISHNAVI'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickvirenvaishnavi/ Pulse of Quality Survey:  https://www.octave.com/newsroom/press-releases/2026/pulse-of-quality-in-manufacturing-2026-survey-reveals-surge-in-ai-adoption Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/etq/ Company Website: https://www.octave.com/products/asset-performance-management/reliance PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/YS-JBiTzfCg THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/ Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link Social Jukebox: https://www.socialjukebox.com/   Business Beatitude the Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount

    Vick Vaishnavi with Octave ETQ

  7. Sep 3

    Andy Bomberger with METAL and Bomberger Industry Graphics

    Industrial Talk is onsite at Penn State and talking to Andy Bomberger with Penn State University METAL Program about "Hands on manufacturing and foundry experience". Overview Metal exposes students to foundry work and broader manufacturing through a week-long, hands-on program. Program Purpose Andyhelped developMETAL’scurriculum, coursework, and practical exercises throughPenn State.The program combines classroom concepts with foundry visits, casting activities, safety instruction, data collection, and cost calculations.Industry partners provide practical expertise and safe environments for students working with molten metal and casting processes. Industry Pathways Andy described nearly 29 years in foundry engineering, including work with steel, ceramics, polymers, machining, casting, and roughly 150–200 alloys.Foundries must adapt to offshoring, changing customer needs, fluctuating alloy costs, and strict quality-control requirements.The program has generated genuine student interest, but what percentage of participants pursue manufacturing careers?Andy’s consulting business,Bomberger Industry Graphics, provides casting design, consulting, 3D modeling, and 3D printing. Outline METAL Program Curriculum development throughPenn State.Week-long boot camp combining academic instruction and hands-on manufacturing experience.Industry partners support safe, practical learning. Foundry Experience Andy began foundry work after completing an industrial and manufacturing engineering degree.His experience includes job-shop production, custom alloys, casting design, and quality control.Process discipline replaced the traditional “black art” approach to foundry work. Student Learning Students made castings, measured and weighed components, and calculated production costs.The program introduces manufacturing career opportunities to high school and early college students.Students may apply foundry concepts across machining, robotics, injection molding, and other manufacturing disciplines. Future Direction Metalcould expand its outreach to later high school and early college audiences.Andy’s son attended a boot camp and is beginning engineering studies atPenn State. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! ANDY BOMBERGER'S CONTACT INFORMATION: METAL Website: https://www.metalforamerica.org/ LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-bomberger-87a38b62/ Company Website: https://behrend.psu.edu/ PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/H81y3KtH19I THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: https://www.neom.com/en-us Hexagon: https://hexagon.com/ Arduino: https://www.arduino.cc/ Fictiv: https://www.fictiv.com/ Hitachi Vantara: https://www.hitachivantara.com/en-us/home.html Industrial Marketing Solutions:  https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-marketing/ Industrial Academy: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial-academy/ Industrial Dojo: https://industrialtalk.com/industrial_dojo/ We the 15: https://www.wethe15.org/ YOUR INDUSTRIAL DIGITAL TOOLBOX: LifterLMS: Get One Month Free for $1 – https://lifterlms.com/ Active Campaign: Active Campaign Link Business Beatitude the Book Do you desire a more joy-filled, deeply-enduring sense of accomplishment and success? Live your business the way you want to live with the BUSINESS BEATITUDES...The Bridge connecting sacrifice to success. YOU NEED THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! TAP INTO YOUR INDUSTRIAL SOUL, RESERVE YOUR COPY NOW! BE BOLD. BE BRAVE. DARE GREATLY AND CHANGE THE WORLD. GET THE BUSINESS BEATITUDES! Reserve My Copy and My 25% Discount

    Andy Bomberger with METAL and Bomberger Industry Graphics

  8. Sep 1

    Ted Pardee with Kognitiv Spark; Industrial Augmented Reality Solution

    Industrial Talk is onsite at PowerGen and talking to Ted Pardee, CRO at Kognitiv Spark about "Augmented Reality hands-free connected worker solution". Ted Pardee from Kognitiv Spark discussed augmented reality's role in power generation at PowerGen in San Antonio. He highlighted the technology's potential to enhance efficiency and problem-solving by enabling remote expert guidance through headsets. Pardee emphasized the importance of leveraging AI and AR to address the skilled labor shortage and the "gray tsunami" of retiring experts. He noted that while Microsoft exited the AR headset market, numerous manufacturers now offer durable, intrinsically safe devices. Pardee also mentioned the integration of AR with existing systems and the development of disconnected worker solutions for low-bandwidth areas. Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Scott introduces the episode of Industrial Talk, sponsored by the Propane Education and Research Council, highlighting their commitment to safety training and innovative propane-powered technology.Scott praises industry professionals for their bravery, innovation, and problem-solving skills, celebrating them as heroes.The podcast is broadcasting from PowerGen in San Antonio, Texas, where industry professionals gather to discuss solutions for power generation. Introduction of Ted Pardee and Kognitiv Spark Scott introduces Ted Pardee, the guest, and his company, Kognitiv Spark, which focuses on augmented reality technology.Ted Pardee shares his first impression of PowerGen, describing it as an incredible conference with a large number of vendors and attendees.Ted emphasizes the importance of presenting new technologies to make businesses more efficient and solve problems.Ted provides a brief background on his career, highlighting his experience in the software business for over 30 years, including selling enterprise asset management software in the 1990s. Evolution of Technology and Augmented Reality Ted discusses the evolution of technology from mainframe to client-server to the web, and now to the mobile world.He explains how augmented reality technology, combined with AI, will revolutionize business operations by providing workers with headsets that connect them with experts remotely.Ted provides examples of how augmented reality can be used in various industries, including power generation and medical fields.He shares a personal anecdote about using MapQuest in the past, contrasting it with the current reliance on mobile devices. Application of Augmented Reality in Power Generation Ted describes how augmented reality headsets can help experts remotely assist workers in solving problems, especially in remote locations.He explains how the technology can be used in asset management, allowing experts to guide workers through repairs using Teams calls or Kognitiv Spark's remote assistance software.Ted highlights the importance of leveraging technology to protect workers and improve efficiency in industries like oil and gas, chemical plants, and manufacturing.He emphasizes that the technology is still in its early stages but has the potential to revolutionize how work is done in various industries. Durability and Market of Augmented Reality Headsets Ted compares the durability of augmented reality headsets to cell phones, suggesting that if a headset breaks, it can be easily replaced, similar to replacing a broken phone.He explains that the focus should be on the software that runs on the headsets, as the hardware can be replaced.Ted discusses the market for augmented reality headsets, mentioning that there are now many manufacturers, including Microsoft, which has exited the market.He predicts that in the future, there will be a variety of headsets available, each suited to different use cases and industries. Use Cases and Integration with Existing Systems Ted provides a use case for augmented reality in power generation, explaining how it can help ERCOT assess and solve problems quickly during extreme weather conditions.He discusses the integration of augmented reality with existing asset performance management systems, allowing workers to access real-time data and expert guidance.Ted explains how Kognitiv Spark's software has open APIs, making it easy to integrate with other systems and enhance existing solutions.He highlights the potential for augmented reality to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce downtime in various industries. Addressing Skilled Labor Shortage and Knowledge Transfer Ted addresses the issue of the skilled labor shortage and the "gray tsunami," where experienced workers are retiring, leaving a gap in expertise.He explains how augmented reality can help maximize the expertise of experienced workers by allowing them to remotely assist younger workers.Ted provides examples of how companies are using augmented reality to reduce travel for experts and improve efficiency in their operations.He emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology to bridge the gap between experienced workers and the next generation of professionals. Conclusion and Contact Information Ted shares his contact information, encouraging listeners to reach out to him on LinkedIn or through Kognitiv Spark's website.Scott thanks Ted for the conversation and highlights the importance of the work being done by Kognitiv Spark in advancing augmented reality technology.The podcast concludes with a reminder to listeners to visit the Industrial Talk website for more information and to connect with Ted Pardee.Scott reiterates the importance of storytelling and marketing for industry professionals to inspire the next generation and ensure the success of their companies. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! TED PARDEE'S CONTACT INFORMATION: Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedpardee/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kognitivspark/ Company Website: https://www.kognitivspark.com/ PODCAST VIDEO: https://youtu.be/ii7K4JZY_-k THE STRATEGIC REASON "WHY YOU NEED TO PODCAST": OTHER GREAT INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES: NEOM: a href="https://www.neom.com/en-us" target="_blank"...

    Ted Pardee with Kognitiv Spark; Industrial Augmented Reality Solution
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Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.

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  • Creator
    The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    204
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie
  • Show Website
    The Industrial Talk Podcast Network