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The Plant

Where would we be without industrial automation technologies? Join us for focused conversation on the technologies that make manufacturing productive, efficient, safe and modern. From first takes on new technology, like Artificial Intelligence, to history lessons on visualization, The Plant explores how industrial technologies enable human possibility.

  1. Have You Met my Digital Twin?

    NOV 5

    Have You Met my Digital Twin?

    For many, digital transformations start with digital design. The ability to emulate and simulate, before spending the time and the money to build machinery and industrial environments, just makes sense. Tyler Phillips, Global Business Development Manager for the Emulate3D team is ready to talk about the digital twin and just how it changes the design process in amazing ways.

    36 min
  2. Digital Transformation is for All of Us

    OCT 15

    Digital Transformation is for All of Us

    The age of digital transformation is upon us. Should we be fighting it? As industrial organizations begin the process of shifting to a new phase of the digital age, questions arise. What do we mean by digital transformation? How long does it take? Does it hurt? Sue Burtch, Lead Commercial Portfolio Manager at Rockwell Automation, sheds some light on these questions and more as we dive into the broad topic of digital transformation.

    50 min
  3. Batten Down the Patches! Cyber Security is Everyone’s Problem

    SEP 17

    Batten Down the Patches! Cyber Security is Everyone’s Problem

    It is at the front of all our minds, or at least it should be. Cyber security and data safety is such a hot topic in today’s world that you see it in the news, headlines and really… everywhere. Special guest Ahmik Hindman, Senior Solution Consultant of Networks & Cybersecurity for Rockwell Automation, joins The Plant to talk about what challenges industrial automation companies face in cyber security and how we defend against threats and attacks.

    43 min
  4. Hard Hats and Safety Goggles! Industrial Automation Should Start with Safety

    AUG 26

    Hard Hats and Safety Goggles! Industrial Automation Should Start with Safety

    Whether your job is on a production line or in an office, safety at work is vital to industry and your livelihood. How is safety thought about in modern automation and how did we get here? Steve Ludwig, Strategic Marketing Manager for Rockwell Automation, brings his expertise as we explore safety in today’s industrial world. From project start to regular maintenance, safety makes long term profits possible.

    34 min
  5. Automation Begets Automation! Discussing the History of the Programmable Logic Controller

    AUG 5

    Automation Begets Automation! Discussing the History of the Programmable Logic Controller

    The history of industrial automation and how it all fits together. This is the topic we aim to cover as we kick off the conversation with special guest Kris Dornan, Commercial Marketing Manager at Rockwell Automation. This episode focuses on the programmable logic controller and how it changed automation forever. Most modern industrial control systems rely on quality system integration that begins with the PLC. Listen in to find out how important these devices remain in today’s modern manufacturing environments.

    38 min
  6. 23 – Gaining the Edge with Stratus Technologies

    01/11/2023

    23 – Gaining the Edge with Stratus Technologies

    Frank Hill from Stratus Technologies joins The Plant to talk about the success of the ztC Edge Server. The guys talk about how edge computing provides the perfect advantage for high availability, low latency plant floor applications and how ThinManager can fit seamlessly into the solution.

    28 min
  7. 22 – Training The Future Super Users of ThinManager, with Todd Garmon and Tom Jordan

    11/03/2021

    22 – Training The Future Super Users of ThinManager, with Todd Garmon and Tom Jordan

    Todd Garmon joins The Plant as our guest. Todd has been a Commercial Engineer for the ThinManager team for a long time. He has helped to facilitate the integration and use of ThinManager in almost countless customer installs. He knows intimately the challenges faced from the System Integrator down to the end-user when using and learning ThinManager.

    47 min
  8. 20 – Talking ThinManager Install Successes, Stories and Top Features with Amy Carter

    02/03/2021

    20 – Talking ThinManager Install Successes, Stories and Top Features with Amy Carter

    Amy Carter, Technical Solutions Manager from Gerrie Electric, joins the show to talk about some of her experiences over the years with ThinManager. We take a dive into some customer stories and what was done to overcome challenges for simplicity and increased production.

    34 min
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Where would we be without industrial automation technologies? Join us for focused conversation on the technologies that make manufacturing productive, efficient, safe and modern. From first takes on new technology, like Artificial Intelligence, to history lessons on visualization, The Plant explores how industrial technologies enable human possibility.

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    ThinManager
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    27
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    © Rockwell Automation, Inc.
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