
121 episodes

Today in Manufacturing David Mantey, Jeff Reinke, Anna Wells
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Today in Manufacturing is hosted by the editors from some of the most recognized websites in the manufacturing industry, including Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN). Every week, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward.
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Wrong Bearing Causes Fire; Master Lock Closes Factory; Neuralink Approved | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 121
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The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors of Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).
This week's episode is sponsored by Brother Mobile Solutions, which amplifies the efficiency of your operation with powerful, rugged, and drop-in-ready industrial barcode printing solutions. So whether you're using their solution on a cart, at a workstation, or on a forklift: these printers are made for you. Food manufacturing moves fast. So do Brother's printers. Streamline your supply chain from order to fulfillment.
In each episode, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
- Wrong Bearing Causes $1.1M Fire at Sea
- 112-Year-Old Ship Falls Over in Drydock
- Closure of Master Lock Milwaukee Factory to Affect 330 Jobs
- Neuralink Gets FDA Approval to Begin Brain Implant Trials in People
- Impossible Foods Accused of Spying on Plant-Based Meat Rival
In Case You Missed It
- Why Workers Don’t Use Their PTO
- Stellantis Invests in Lithium-Sulfur EV Battery Technology
- Gulfstream Sets Speed Record with SAF
Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line. -
Ford Stops Competing; Tesla Robot Improves; 100-Year-Old Factory | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 120
The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors from Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).
This week's episode is sponsored by Adobe. Changing customer expectations and increasing cost and competitive pressures are forcing industrial manufacturers to rethink how they engage with buyers to grow revenue, improve profitability and gain operational efficiencies. Jon Burdette from Adobe and David Mantey recently sat down to talk about what industrial manufacturers should consider with their commerce initiatives, and how they should tie into their digital customer experience. Watch it now.
In each episode, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
- Developer Proposes $5B Man-Made 'Moon' in Dubai
- World's Largest Airplane Successfully Releases Hypersonic Test Vehicle
- 100-Year-Old 'Lingotto' Factory Inspires Latest Fiat Design
- Tesla Bot Can Walk, Navigate and Pick Up Items
- Ford Says It Will Stop Competing in Over-Served Markets
In Case You Missed It
- Peloton Undergoes Significant Rebrand
- UPS Strike Looms
- Dutch Inventor 'Growing' Mushroom Coffins
Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line. -
Box Maker Fires Wrong Worker; Vile Conditions at Crab Processor; VW Chair Dodges Cake | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 119
The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors from Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).
This week's episode is brought to you by Swagelok. Join us on Tuesday, May 23 at 1:00 PM for "Mastering Hose Selection in Your Facility," a new live video podcast. Register now.
In each episode, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
- Seafood Processor’s Distribution Stopped over Vile Conditions
- Accounting Manager Steals $2.5M from Washington Manufacturer
- Protesters Throw Cake at VW Chair During Shareholders' Meeting
- Paper Box Maker to Pay $13K to Mistakenly Fired Worker
- Coca-Cola Plans $650M New York Dairy Plant
In Case You Missed It
- Milling Equipment Maker Reaches 200 Years in Business
- Florida Man Living Underwater Breaks Record, Stays Undersea
- 3M to Develop CO2 Removal Material
Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Andy or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line. -
Gen Z Works Differently; Musk on Ford; Boeing Supports Spirit | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 118
The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors from Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).
This week's episode is brought to you by Swagelok. Hose failures are unfortunately a very common source of equipment downtime and can create significant safety risks. Join us on Tuesday, May 23 at 1:00 PM for "Mastering Hose Selection in Your Facility," a new live video podcast. Register now.
In each episode, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
- Gen Z in Manufacturing: Gen Z Just Wants to Work Differently
- Elon Musk Calls Ford's EV Strategy 'Smart'
- Boeing Fronts Spirit Cash for Fuselage Fix
- Generac to Pay $15.8M Penalty for Amputations
- Public Outcry Gets Packaging Plant Proposal Withdrawn
In Case You Missed It
- Seaborne Scrap Fires Are Piling Up
- Hyundai and Kia Thefts Keep Rising Despite Security Fix
- Florida Might Build Roads Out of Radioactive Material
Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Ben or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line. -
Stellantis Buyout 'Disgusting'; Hyundai's Crab Car; Mercedes Speed Subscription | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 117
The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors from Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).
This week's episode is brought to you by Swagelok. Hose failures are unfortunately a very common source of equipment downtime and can create significant safety risks. Join us on Tuesday, May 23 at 1:00 PM for "Mastering Hose Selection in Your Facility," a new live video podcast. Register now.
In each episode, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
- Stellantis Buyout Offer 'Disgusting', Says UAW President
- Hyundai's Crab-Walking Car Changes Parallel Parking Game
- Mercedes Makes Drivers Pay to Go Faster
- Ford Experiments with Super Duty Truck Line
- Lordstown Warns It May Fail as Foxconn Gets Jumpy
In Case You Missed It
- NTSB Commends FCC's Vehicle-to-Everything Waiver
- Used Coffee Pods Can Be Recycled to Produce Filaments for 3D Printing
- Beerbots Could Speed Up the Brewing Process
Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Jeff or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line. -
SpaceX Rocket Explodes; GM Ends Bolt; Mustang's Remote Rev | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 116
*This episode was published late and it's entirely my fault. - David Mantey
The Today in Manufacturing Podcast is brought to you by the editors from Manufacturing.net and Industrial Equipment News (IEN).
This week's episode is brought to you by Swagelok. Hose failures are unfortunately a very common source of equipment downtime and can create significant safety risks. Join us on Tuesday, May 23 at 1:00 PM for "Mastering Hose Selection in Your Facility," a new live video podcast. Register now.
In each episode, we discuss the five biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:
- SpaceX Giant Rocket Explodes Minutes After Launch from Texas
- GM Ending Production of Chevy Bolt EVs
- Ford Mustang Adds Remote Rev Feature
- 3M to Lay Off 6,000 Workers
- World's Largest Tower Crane Rolls Off Production Line
In Case You Missed It
- Animatronic Dragon Bursts Into Flames at Disneyland
- FAA Approves First eVTOL Aircraft for Commercial Use
- China Pushes to Digitize Mines in Attempt to Make Them Safer
Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. You could also help us out a lot by giving the podcast a positive review. Finally, to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at David, Andy or Anna [at] ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line.
Customer Reviews
Energizing, Illuminating and Insightful! 🙌
Regardless of your role in the manufacturing industry - this is a must listen! David, Jeff and Anna do an incredible job covering all the insights, innovations and headlines you need to know about to stay ahead of the curve - with relevant context that comes from a team who actually has firsthand experience. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!
Very Informative
Great show. I listened to the episode from March 14. Loved hearing all the latest news in the manufacturing world.
Informative and entertaining
Great podcast for not just manufacturing. They cover a wide array of topics. The host all work really well together. Looking forward to future podcasts. Also they do live live podcasts on YouTube!