In this episode, Travis Dorman sits down with Scott Howard, Senior Key Account Manager at Donaldson Hy-Pro, to break down everything you didn't know about hydraulic oil cleanliness. They cover: Why "new" oil doesn’t mean clean oil The dangers of dirt, water, and varnish in your system How ISO particle codes work and what they really mean Why filter efficiency and element stability matter more than ever The surprising truth about varnish and how to get rid of it Vacuum dehydration vs centrifuges:...
Aug 01, 2025•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of Better Faster Smarter , we head to Jacksonville, Florida, where compressed air was quietly draining energy and money, from US Gypsum’s operations. Enter Jonathan Moon, Adams' local Reliability & Automation Consultant, who walks us through how a quick, non-intrusive compressed air audit uncovered major inefficiencies in their dust collection system. Jonathan breaks down how switching from traditional diaphragm valves to MAC Valves not only improved performance but also slas...
May 27, 2025•12 min
Welcome to the Better. Faster. Smarter. podcast where manufacturing meets innovation. In this episode, Jeff Fiorini (VP of Integrated Solutions at Adams Corp ) sits down with Adam Willea from FANUC America to discuss: Why Florida is no longer behind in automation How collaborative robots (cobots) are solving real labor problems FANUC’s ZDT software : the robot whisperer you didn’t know you needed How to calculate real ROI for automation What to automate first (and what to avoid) How local suppor...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 13 min
In this episode, Doug Adams, President of Adams Corp, and Scott Simon from NPR, talk about the impact of recent tariff announcements on American manufacturing. Doug shares insights on the impact of the tariffs, challenges of reshoring production, and offers a cautiously optimistic outlook for navigating these uncertain economic times. Key Topics Discussed The immediate impact of new tariffs on manufacturing businesses Challenges of bringing manufacturing back to the US The critical importance of...
Apr 05, 2025•6 min
Learn how innovative dust collection systems can drive sustainability and energy savings in industrial facilities. In this talk, Paul Anderson, VP of Sales at Adams, shares insights on improving dust collector efficiency, reducing compressed air consumption, and extending filter life to minimize waste. Discover practical solutions for industries like automotive, pharmaceuticals, and steel manufacturing, all while boosting productivity and achieving sustainability goals. Don't miss these actionab...
Nov 21, 2024•22 min
🔴 Do you have regularly scheduled fluid cleanliness tests? 🔴 Are your ISO codes higher than desired? 🔴 Are component failures causing unexpected downtime? If you struggle with any of these issues then you should listen to this podcast to learn how to determine if you have problems with particle contamination, water, or varnish. We also discuss how to accurately test for these issues and review a few case studies showing the importance and value of improved fluid cleanliness. Link to full webi...
Jun 04, 2024•53 min
In this episode, Kevin Carr, FloridaMakes , Doug Adams, Adams Corp . and Andrew Learned of The House of Representatives, sit down with host Nate Valentin to discuss the state of manufacturing in Florida. Hear from each of them on their unique perspectives about the current state of manufacturing, the challenges they are facing, and what they think the next 3-5 years look like in Florida. If you have any questions about anything you heard on the podcast please reach out to us at support@adamscorp...
May 24, 2024•52 min
This podcast is the audio from a recent webinar on UrbanIO. Check out the webinar here . --- In this webinar Nick Fiorini showcases UrbanIO and their wireless remote condition monitoring sensor technology and demonstrates how this easy to deploy cost effective solution is revolutionizing how facilities monitor the second and third tier assets. If you have any questions about anything you saw in the video please reach out to us at support@adamscorp.com or 800-282-4165 Webinar Description: Monitor...
May 20, 2024•55 min
Machine vision, 2D and 3D, can be intimidating to implement, but the technology has gotten much easier to use. And when you are having quality issues, these technologies will help prevent another bad part from getting to a customer. Interested in 100% inspection on your parts for defects, dimensions, etc? Need vision to guide a robot? Adams will walk you through the process of working with our experts to address any 2D or 3D vision need - and how to implement this technology successfully. If you...
Apr 24, 2024•27 min
In this episode of Better. Faster. Smarter. we discuss the importance of condition monitoring and how Urban.io is making that possible for assets in hard to reach locations through their wireless technology. Urban.io connect their clients with the assets, systems, spaces and people that they are responsible for. With data comes the ability to make them safer, more efficient, reduce maintenance and prevent failure. For more information about Urban.io, reach out to Nick Fiorini. nfiorini@adamscorp...
Jul 13, 2023•36 min
In this episode of Better. Faster. Smarter., we discuss the new D936 and D937 from Moog with Jason Gilham and Nicholas Ruhland. We discuss the technology that went into this new servo-proportional line and as well as why Moog decided to develop it. If you are interested in learning more or would like to know if this line could serve as a replacement for your valves, reach out to Travis Dorman today. tdorman@adamscorp.com 850-776-7036 Thank you to the team at Moog for participating in this highly...
Jun 23, 2023•24 min•Ep. 10
In this episode, Jeff, Garrett, Daniel and Nate discuss the brand-new Cognex In-Sight 3800. The team talks about why this new hardware is capable of solving previously insolvable problems and they even give some real-life examples from customers. If you are interested in machine vision this episode is for you. What Cognex had to say about the new IS3800: This advanced vision system provides a powerful, yet easy-to-use, solution for automated inspections. Embedded with a full set of robust rule-b...
Jun 12, 2023•28 min•Season 1Ep. 9
In this episode, Jeff Fiorini and Carlos Rodriguez join me to discuss our 360-degree in-line wire and medical tubing inspection platform that can detect issues like burn marks, neck down, lumps, and frayed wire among other potential issues with your lines. We talk about not only how the project came about but the technology that we used to solve the problem and also the approach that our team takes when tackling a project like this. Check out a video of the platform here . If you have questions ...
Mar 24, 2023•33 min•Ep. 8
Just because you can do it doesn't mean you should do it. In this episode, Jonathan Moon describes how he helped provide an innovative and timely End of Arm Tool, from Piab , for a customer. This customer had in-house engineers that would typically do this sort of work themselves. However, this customer was able to deploy their internal resources on other initiatives after trusting Jonathan and Piab to deliver an EOAT solution. The story Jonathan tells speaks to how he goes about building relati...
Nov 04, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 7
In this episode, Travis Dorman discusses the importance of filtration and explains ISO codes. He talks about Adams' approach to testing fluid cleanliness and educating customers on how cleaner fluid will extend component life. Listen to hear an example from the Panhandle where he and the team at HyPro did an extended 3-month testing period to show one customer just how much better the HyPro filters were. The results are impressive. Contact Travis with all of your fluid power questions tdorman@ad...
Aug 29, 2022•22 min•Ep. 6
In this episode hear how Javier worked closely with our factory representative from Piab to determine the best solution for his customer. Learn about Javier's approach to understanding his customer's needs and also educating them on the latest in reliability and automation. Javier also sets his lineup for the Adams' football team that he quarterbacks from his position as a Reliability and Automation Consultant. If you are in need of a vacuum solution, reach out to Javier or Adams today. Contact ...
Aug 22, 2022•14 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, Nate Valentin talks with Yustina Rusmaryanah, Adams' design engineer, to learn more about 80/20 and our design services. Learn about the various profiles available, different fastener types, and also how Yustina works with customers to build their ideas. 80/20 provides T-slot aluminum profiles, or bars, that have channels used to connect other bars and parts — for instance, panels, linear bearings, or casters. Reach out to Yustina Rusmarayanah with your 80/20 design ideas: yrusm...
Jun 07, 2022•30 min•Ep. 4
In this discussion Felipe Silva and Paul Anderson join host Nate Valentin to discuss the Adams Data Collector Platform . Learn more about the design of the panel, why we are excited about the incorporation of IO link and also how this device will be used to calculate the ROI on a large dust collection pulse valve upgrade. To learn more about our Data Collector or anything you heard on the episode, reach out to us today. support@adamscorp.com 813-626-4128 Contact for our guests: Felipe Silva fsil...
May 17, 2022•44 min•Ep. 3
This episode is a recording of a webinar, hosted by FloridaMakes , featuring three industry leaders in Sean Dotson, P.E ., Jeff Kondel , Doug Adams and host Micah Daugherty , as they discuss The State of Automation. [From FloridaMakes] Automation projects are one of the most active areas in Industry 4.0 today. As manufacturing companies have come to realize and accept, the workforce shortage is here to stay. Manufacturers both large and small are turning to automation to remain competitive, enha...
May 10, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 2
In this episode we talk to Jeff Fiorini about all things automation. Learn about machine vision and product offerings from Cognex and also the differences between collaborative and traditional robots. Find out what Jeff thinks makes a good industrial automation application and how he thinks that manufacturers should approach introducing automation into their production processes. If you have any questions regarding automation reach out to Jeff today. Contact Jeff Fiorini: jfiorini@adamscorp.com ...
Apr 27, 2022•50 min
