Plugged In

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Plugged In is a podcast from Fruition Group, dedicated to speaking with the best and the brightest in Advanced Engineering.

Episodes

  1. 09/30/2025

    Plugged In with James Warner: How ABS is Revolutionizing Battery Tech

    In this trailblazing episode, we sit down with Dr. John Warner, Chief Customer Officer at American Battery Solutions (ABS), to explore the electrifying journey of building a battery powerhouse from a hotel conference room to a national manufacturing force. 🚛⚡ From startup grit to industry-leading innovation, Dr. Warner shares lessons from the frontlines of battery tech. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How ABS identified and dominated a market niche in non-automotive battery solutions ✅ The strategic impact of acquiring Bosch facilities and becoming part of the Komatsu family ✅ How modular battery architecture drives flexibility across commercial sectors ✅ Insights on tariffs, supply chain challenges, and the future of electrification in off-road and industrial sectors 🌐 Learn More: 🔗 American Battery Solutions Website 🔗 Connect with Dr. John Warner on LinkedIn 💬 Got thoughts on the future of battery innovation? We’d love to hear your take

    1h 3m

  2. 06/04/2025

    Plugged In with Robert Ratz: Reinventing RVs with Engineering Precision

    🚐 PluggedIn Podcast: Engineering Adventure with Robert Ratz of Pebble ⚡ In this trailblazing episode, we sit down with Robert Ratz, Director of Electrical Engineering at Pebble, the company rewriting the rules of RV design. With decades of experience in electrification, product design, and start-up innovation, Robert shares the journey from Europe to Silicon Valley, and now to Pebble, where he leads a team on a mission to make sustainable, smart travel the new normal. 🔍 What You’ll Learn: ✅ How Pebble’s self-propelling, electric RV is setting new standards for autonomy, comfort, and compliance ✅ Why passion, process, and pragmatism are crucial for engineering teams in fast-moving startups ✅ The biggest challenges facing the RV industry from supply chains to outdated manufacturing norms ✅ How Pebble is applying automotive-grade quality to recreational vehicles and what that means for the market Whether you're into green tech, smart travel, or startup innovation, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the electric revolution on wheels. 🌐 Learn More: 🔗 Pebble Life: https://www.pebblelife.com 🔗 Connect with Robert Ratz 💬 Got thoughts on the future of off-grid living or electrified mobility? Drop a comment—let’s talk sustainable adventure! #ElectricRV #StartupInnovation #SustainableTravel #Pebble #PluggedInPodcast

    36 min

  3. 04/10/2025

    Plugged In with Peter Jacobsen: Powering the Future of Modular Battery Innovation

    🔋 PluggedIn Podcast: Inside Rebuild Manufacturing’s Battery Revolution with Peter Jacobsen ⚙️ In this electrifying episode of the PluggedIn Podcast, we sit down with Peter Jacobsen, General Manager of Battery Solutions at Rebuild Manufacturing. With over a decade in energy storage and a vision for smarter, more flexible production, Peter reveals how Rebuild is redefining the path from product concept to scalable battery manufacturing. 🚀 What You'll Discover: ✅ Why bespoke battery packs are critical in a world pushing for standardisation ✅ How modular design is helping industries from aerospace to data centers stay ahead ✅ The secrets to building a resilient supply chain and quality systems, both in-house and on-site ✅ Why early engagement with battery design can make or break a product’s future Whether you’re in aerospace, power sports, defense, or just passionate about electrification and manufacturing innovation, this is one conversation you don’t want to miss. 🌐 Learn More: 🔗 Rebuild Manufacturing: https://www.rebuildmfg.com 🔗 Connect with Peter Jacobsen: 💬 Got thoughts on the future of battery manufacturing? Drop a comment and share where you see the industry going next ⚡🔧 #BatterySolutions #EnergyStorage #ManufacturingInnovation #Electrification #RebuildManufacturing

    33 min

  4. 04/09/2025

    🔌 PluggedIn Podcast: Scaling Battery Recycling & Critical Mineral Supply with ABTC ⚡

    🔌 PluggedIn Podcast: Scaling Battery Recycling & Critical Mineral Supply with ABTC ⚡ In this episode of the PluggedIn Podcast, we sit down with Kris Gustafson, Director of Technical Programs at American Battery Technology Company (ABTC), to explore the cutting-edge advancements in battery recycling and the sustainable sourcing of critical minerals. 🔥 Topics Covered: ✅ How ABTC is closing the loop in lithium-ion battery production. ✅ The challenges and breakthroughs in securing domestic critical mineral supply. ✅ The impact of government funding on accelerating clean energy innovations. With the growing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage, the race to secure sustainable, scalable battery solutions is more crucial than ever. This episode is a must-watch for those passionate about battery recycling, critical minerals, and the future of clean energy! 💬 Join the conversation! Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know where you think the battery industry is headed. 🚀⚡ #BatteryRecycling #EnergyStorage #CriticalMinerals #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #Innovation

    35 min

  5. 04/09/2025

    Plugged In with Bud Collins: The Race to 1500GW From a Pioneer in Energy Storage

    🔌 PluggedIn Podcast: The Future of Energy Storage with AESI & Fruition IT ⚡ In this episode of the PluggedIn Podcast, we sit down with Bud Collins, CEO of AESI, a pioneer in energy storage, and Josh Ripley, Head of Advanced Engineering at Fruition IT, to dive deep into the future of sustainable energy. 🔥 Topics Covered: ✅ The global race to achieve 1,500 gigawatts of energy storage by 2030. ✅ How transparency fuels innovation and drives adoption. ✅ The game-changing advancements shaping a greener, more sustainable future. This is a must-watch for anyone passionate about renewable energy, battery storage, and the tech revolution driving the future of power! 🌍 Learn More: 🔗 AESI: https://www.aesi-ess.com/ 🔗 Connect with Bud Collins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bud-collins-228a875/ 🔗 Connect with Josh Ripley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josh-ripley-084471100/ 💬 Join the conversation! Drop your thoughts in the comments and let us know where you think the future of energy storage is headed. 🚀⚡ #EnergyStorage #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Innovation

    34 min

  6. 10/25/2024

    Plugged In with Sumin Zhu: Innovations and Business in Solid-State Battery Tech

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    31 min

  7. 10/17/2024

    Plugged In with Scott Daniels: Managing Innovation and Disruptive Technologies

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    53 min

  8. 10/10/2024

    PluggedIn with Michael Bartholomeauz: Scaling Sustainable Growth

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    18 min
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Plugged In is a podcast from Fruition Group, dedicated to speaking with the best and the brightest in Advanced Engineering.

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