Manufacturing Matters

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The Manufacturing Matters podcast aims to get to the heart of automation technology and how it plays into the growing manufacturing industry. Join us for insights and interviews discussing trends, innovations, and advanced automation technologies, such as robotics, machine vision, AI, and much more. Follow our social channels here: http://linktr.ee/m_mp

  1. 21H AGO

    Episode 128 – Vision Panel Discussion at 2026 A3 Business Forum

    “What I’m most excited about right now is what’s new in machine vision. ... This combination of new sensors, advanced processing, and sophisticated algorithms will unlock new spaces for vision.”   While robots and AI may steal some of the spotlight from other technologies in industrial automation, machine vision technologies are being used more than ever before, providing eyes for the machines and actionable data for businesses across all industries. In this special episode of the Manufacturing Matters podcast, TECH B2B Marketing’s Jimmy Carroll is joined by Steve Kinney, director of training, compliance, and technical solutions, Smart Vision Lights; Jason Covar, general manager, The Imaging Source; and Jeffrey Adolph, vision/AI Specialist, 3M, to discuss the latest developments and what to expect in the near future when it comes to all things machine vision.   The panel covers the intersection of machine vision and AI, some of the latest opportunities that machine vision has enabled, the most interesting vision developments in the last few years, and a shift in embedded vision system development. Additional topics include vision standards updates, advances in processing technology including the cloud, and a look toward the future.    Read the transcript: https://www.manufacturing-matters.com/episode-128-vision-panel-discussion-at-2026-a3-business-forum Learn more about TECH B2B Marketing: https://www.techb2b.com Learn more about Smart Vision Lights: https://smartvisionlights.com/  Learn more about The Imaging Source: https://www.theimagingsource.com/en-us/  Learn more about 3M: https://www.3m.com/  Follow Manufacturing Matters on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manufacturingmatters  Follow Manufacturing Matters on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/ Follow Manufacturing Matters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/ #manufacturing #automation #manufacturingmatters #techb2b #ai #machinevision  Support the show

    41 min

  2. 6D AGO

    Episode 127 - AI Panel Discussion at 2026 A3 Business Forum

    “If AI is overhyped, automation is completely underhyped. As automation advances and becomes more precise and durable and solves new challenges, AI is augmenting these systems by adding flexibility and autonomy.”  While we’ve not quite moved past the hype curve, AI technology today is quickly reshaping how factories and warehouses operate. In this special episode of the Manufacturing Matters podcast, TECH B2B Marketing’s Jimmy Carroll is joined by Melonee Wise, chief product officer of software and AI at KUKA; Juan Aparicio, founder and CEO of Reshape Automation; and Adi Dalvi, vice president of sales at OSARO, to discusses how AI is adding value to automation today, as well as what to expect in the future and what issues still need to be addressed. Together, they explore how AI adds flexibility to automation systems, from pick-and-place to AI agents that support problem solving and beyond.  The panel also covers physical AI, the importance of simulation and digital twins, the growing importance of data collection and alignment, and safety hurdles for humanoids and autonomous mobile robots. Additional topics include AI’s impact on jobs, why practical and well-defined use cases are winning over flashy demos, and major trends to expect over the next few years.  Read the transcript: https://manufacturing-matters.com/episode-127-ai-panel-discussion-at-2026-a3-business-forum/ Learn more about KUKA: https://www.kuka.com/  Learn more about Reshape Automation: https://www.reshapex.com/en  Learn more about OSARO: https://www.osaro.com/  Learn more about TECH B2B Marketing: https://www.techb2b.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/ #manufacturing #automation #manufacturingmatters #techb2b #AI #robotics #automation #physicalai Support the show

    51 min

  3. JAN 30

    Episode 126 – Robotics Panel Discussion at 2026 A3 Business Forum

    “The whole dialogue has shifted from what can it do to when it will and how do we scale it?”  Humanoid robotics technology is slowly but surely moving into real-world deployment. The excitement behind humanoids is just one of several hot topics in robotics discussed on this special episode of the Manufacturing Matters podcast.  In this episode, TECH B2B Marketing’s Jimmy Carroll sits down with a powerhouse panel of robotics and technology leaders to unpack what’s actually happening in the industry right now — and what’s coming next. Joe Gemma, CEO of Integrion Automation; Dr. Daniel Lau, professor and director of graduate studies in engineering at the University of Kentucky; and Robert Little, chief of robotics strategy at Novanta Inc., share candid insights on investments into U.S. manufacturing and the impact this will have on robotics and automation technologies as companies continue to navigate the labor shortage. They also discuss physical AI, humanoid safety and potential applications, digital twins and simulations, mergers and acquisitions, and how automation technology overall continues to evolve and advance.   Support the show

    28 min

  4. JAN 22

    Episode 125 - Vaidy Raghavan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Xometry

    The world has seen its fair share of supply chain challenges for several years now. Where historically supply chain management has been all too reactive, artificial intelligence (AI) is enabling a more proactive approach. “AI’s role in supply chain resilience is really about turning uncertainty into intelligence,” says Vaidy Raghavan, chief product and technology officer for Xometry.    Providing an on-demand manufacturing marketplace that connects businesses with vetted production services gives Xometry incredible insight into a range of manufacturing trends around the world. So, for this episode of Manufacturing Matters, Raghavan joined TECH B2B Marketing’s Aaron Hand and Dan McCarthy to talk about how AI is changing the face of supply chain management, reshoring, and trade uncertainties — moving from reactive to proactive, automating decisions, and leveling the playing field. Small and medium-sized manufacturers can operate with the same level of intelligence and agility that was once reserved for larger players, Raghavan notes.    Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T76r-RtYpmw  Read the transcript: https://www.manufacturing-matters.com/episode-125-vaidy-raghavan-chief-product-and-technology-officer  Learn more about Xometry: https://www.xometry.com/  Learn more about TECH B2B Marketing: https://www.techb2b.com  Follow TECH B2B Marketing on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-b2b-marketing/  Follow Manufacturing Matters on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/  Follow Xometry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/xometry  Follow Manufacturing Matters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/    #manufacturing #automation #manufacturingmatters #techb2bmarketing #supplychain #artificialintelligence #ai #supplychainmanagement Support the show

    43 min

  5. JAN 15

    Episode 124 - Saurabh Chandra, Founder & CEO of Ati Motors

    Inspired by self-driving cars, Ati Motors’ autonomous mobile robots not only break free of the magnetic tape of older-generation AGVs but also break free of the straight lines and predictable grids of warehouse work. Combining tires and suspensions that can handle mechanical challenges with 3D lidar, high-precision mapping, and artificial intelligence to provide autonomy, these AMRs are venturing into real-world manufacturing environments. They’re dealing with challenging curves, uneven floors, bad lighting, metal gratings, oil slicks — you name it. While showing off several of the company’s Sherpa AMRs at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Ati Motors’ founder and CEO Saurabh Chandra sat down with TECH B2B Marketing’s Winn Hardin to explain how new technologies are tackling old factories with mobile robots and humanoids built from the ground up. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ndYik5XgFlM Read the transcript: https://www.manufacturing-matters.com/episode-124-saurabh-chandra-founder-ceo-of-ati-motors Connect with Winn Hardin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/winn-hardin-techb2b/ Connect with Saurabh Chandra on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saurabhchandra/ Learn more about TECH B2B Marketing: https://www.techb2b.com Learn more about Ati Motors: https://atimotors.com/ Follow Manufacturing Matters' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/ Follow TECH B2B Marketing on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tech-b2b-marketing/ Follow Ati Motors on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ati-motors/ Follow Manufacturing Matters' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/ Follow Manufacturing Matters' TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manufacturingmatters #manufacturing #automation #manufacturingmatters #techb2bmarketing  #AMR #AutonomousMobileRobots #MobileRobots #IndustrialRobotics #robots #podcasts Support the show

    22 min

  6. JAN 8

    Episode 123 - Hany Fouda, Senior Vice President of Process Automation at Schneider Electric

    Discover how decoupling hardware and software is revolutionizing all industries, including manufacturing, and how powerful digital twin technology and AI are playing their parts. Live from the Schneider Electric Innovation Summit, Hany Fouda, Schneider’s senior vice president of process automation, explains the shift toward automated processes, which is driving efficiency and predictability in continuous and hybrid manufacturing. But more than improving machines, the focus on sustainable and flexible manufacturing is critical to attracting the next generation of talent and ensuring profitability.   https://www.se.com/ https://www.manufacturing-matters.com/episode-123-hany-fouda-senior-vice-president-of-process-automation-at-schneider-electric https://www.techb2b.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/ #manufacturing #automation #manufacturingmatters #techb2b #digitaltransformation #schneiderelectric #digitaltwins  Support the show

    43 min

  7. 12/18/2025

    Episode 122 - Greg Magdanz, Vice President of OEM and Robotics at Schneider Electric

    Dive into the cutting edge of manufacturing with Greg Magdanz, VP of OEM and robotics at Schneider Electric. In a discussion recorded live at the Innovation Summit, Magdanz reveals how the convergence of IT and operational technology is fueling the next industrial revolution. Discover how digital twin software can save OEMs time and money by enabling program design and prototyping before a single physical build. Learn about Schneider’s open platform approach, which future-proofs factories for an agnostic world. Plus, hear insights on the exciting future of humanoids and the crucial need for skilled labor in robotics. https://www.se.com/ https://www.manufacturing-matters.com https://www.techb2b.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/ Support the show

    31 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    Episode 121 – Agustin Lopez Diaz, North American Supply Chain Officer at Schneider Electric

    Learn how even small companies can strengthen supply chains through analytics and automation in this talk with Agustin Lopez Diaz, Schneider Electric’s North American supply chain officer. Lopez Diaz illustrates this point by discussing Schneider’s $100 million–plus plan to reshore production in the U.S. The project includes the company’s new Nebraska facility, which uses sustainable water sources for production, resulting in several national awards for sustainability. Listen to his advice for smaller companies: Take the leap! Embrace data and automation now! Don't miss this look at the future of manufacturing. https://www.se.com/ https://manufacturing-matters.com/episode-121-agustin-lopez-diaz-north-american-supply-chain-officer-at-schneider-electric https://www.techb2b.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/manufacturing-matters/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manufacturing_matterspodcast/ Support the show

    22 min
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The Manufacturing Matters podcast aims to get to the heart of automation technology and how it plays into the growing manufacturing industry. Join us for insights and interviews discussing trends, innovations, and advanced automation technologies, such as robotics, machine vision, AI, and much more. Follow our social channels here: http://linktr.ee/m_mp

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  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
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