In this episode of the Manufacturing Hub, Derek and Sy from Seekers Technical discussed their career paths, experiences, and current work in the field of industrial automation and systems integration. Derek began his journey as an operator in manufacturing, driven by a curiosity about robotics and automation, which eventually led him to transition into recruiting. This shift was motivated by his desire to solve what he viewed as a critical industry challenge: finding the right talent. Sy, on the...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 182
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Colby Clegg, CEO of Inductive Automation, to discuss the much-anticipated release of Ignition 8.3 and its transformative impact on industrial automation. From new capabilities like Perspective Offline Mode to powerful enhancements in data integration and source control, Colby shares how 8.3 builds upon Ignition's mission to be the most modern, user-friendly SCADA and HMI platform. Colby delves into the origins of Inductive Automation, highlighting the...
Nov 07, 2024•39 min•Ep. 181
In this engaging episode of Manufacturing Hub , hosts Dave Griffith and Vlad Romanov break down all the latest advancements, insights, and trends from the Ignition Community Conference (ICC) 2024. Known for its deep dives into cutting-edge industrial technology, the ICC gathers experts from around the world to discuss and collaborate on the future of manufacturing tech, and this episode brings those conversations directly to you. With key industry thought leaders like Esteban Nunez of NV Tech an...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 180
In this episode of Manufacturing Hub , hosts Dave and Vlad sit down with Tom Hechtman, CTO of SEPAsoft, to discuss the evolution of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and the future of AI in manufacturing. Tom shares his journey from being a systems integrator to co-founding SEPAsoft, and how the company has leveraged the Ignition platform to deliver a comprehensive suite of MES solutions, including OEE, SPC, and batch management. The conversation dives into the complexities of transitioning ...
Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 179
Welcome to a special episode of Manufacturing Hub , where your hosts Dave and Vlad come together live from a rare in-person setting to give you an exciting preview of the upcoming Ignition Community Conference (ICC) . Known as one of the most anticipated industrial automation events, the ICC brings together industry experts, partners, and innovators to explore the latest in SCADA software and Ignition by Inductive Automation. ICC Preview: What to Expect In this episode, we offer an in-depth disc...
Oct 10, 2024•41 min•Ep. 178
Join Vlad and Dave as we dive into modern technology stacks. What would a new greenfield application look like? What would a brownfield application look like? What are SCADA and MES solutions that will set groups up for success? About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting p...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 177
This week Ira Sharp joins Dave and Vlad as we dive into non-traditional Engineering Careers. In this episode of Manufacturing Hub, we welcome Ira Sharp, Director of Marketing at Phoenix Contact, to dive into the unique blend of technical expertise and sales skills required for success in the industrial automation industry. After a brief hiatus, Vlad returns from vacation, looking refreshed and ready to engage in a compelling discussion with co-host Dave. Ira shares his journey from sales associa...
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 176
Join Dave and Vlad with our guest today, Humera Malik of Canvass AI. The conversation highlights the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing, focusing on how the technology is evolving and its application in data-driven environments. Umaira Malik from Canvas AI shared her journey from the telecom sector to industrial AI, emphasizing the common challenge of data overload in manufacturing. Many companies have invested heavily in data infrastructure, collecting vast amounts of informa...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 175
In this conversation, we'll discuss if the AI Hype is over. Plus, we'll talk about the best companies to start in 2024. About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly! ****** Connect with Us Sean Dotson Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub S...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 174
What are the correct software choices for you? On this episode, Dave and Vlad share their experiences from PLC to ERP. What features should you care about? What questions should you be asking? and more! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 173
What happens after you choose a software platform? Does everything magically work, or are there other items that need to be considered? Chris Hutson of MaintainX joins Dave and Vlad to discuss his experience, ranging from end users to System Integration, and now at MaintainX. Be sure to join in for this really interesting conversation! A special thanks to MaintainX for sponsoring this episode. About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime indust...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 172
This week, Mark O'Donovan joins Dave and Vlad for Manufacturing Hub. From relay logic to cloud-based systems in just a few decades! Our conversation will focus on these rapid changes across all of manufacturing software—especially the last 10 years and the predictions for the next 10 years. About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the i...
Aug 22, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 171
Join Dave and Vlad as we kick off our Software in Manufacturing Theme! From Digital Transformation To Cloud To a Modern Factory Architecture and Beyond. Jump into out conversation with James! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly! *********...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 170
Join Dave and Vlad with Aron Semle of HighByte this Wednesday at 4pm EST! In Episode 169 of Manufacturing Hub , hosts Dave and Vlad engage in an discussion with Aaron Semle, the Chief Technology Officer of HiByte. The episode delves into the evolving field of Industrial DataOps, a concept that Aaron passionately advocates for, and explores his extensive career in the industry. Aaron Semle’s journey began with his foundational work on OPC UA and OPC drivers at Kepware, where he was deeply involve...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 169
The great debate! Join Dave and Vlad as we discuss: 🔵 Should you invest in IIoT? 🔵 Buy v Rent your solution. 🔵 Is IIoT a fad and more! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Come join us weekly! ********** Connect with Us Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufactu...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 168
Jane Arnold has had an extensive career spanning over three decades in the manufacturing and process control industries. Her journey began unexpectedly with a summer job in instrumental electrical drafting, which sparked her passion for engineering and manufacturing. This led to a 16-year tenure at Sterling Chemicals, where she worked on significant projects like panel board to DCS migrations and safety instrumented systems. Her role evolved to include process control algorithm development and i...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 167
Francois Giguere from Vention kicks off the IIoT Theme this week! Join us for an enlightening discussion on Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) and the future of manufacturing with Francois, the CTO of Vention. In this conversation, Francois shares his journey from a passionate electrical engineer to becoming a pivotal leader at Vention, a company at the forefront of industrial automation innovation. Discover how Vention has expanded its focus beyond traditional hardware solutions to incorporat...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 166
From Design to Controls to Software Development. Join Dave and Vlad as we talk to James Joy. Some of the things we'll talk about: 🔵 Challenges in SCADA & MES Layers. 🔵 Open Source 🔵 Trends 🔵 What technology stack you should choose? ********** Connect with Us James Joy Vlad Romanov Dave Griffith Manufacturing Hub SolisPLC #automation #manufacturing #robotics #industry40...
Jun 27, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 165
David Turner of Turner Process Solutions joins Dave and Vlad to dive into Process Engineering. In the past we've talked a lot about software, some about hardware, and operationally how that comes together. This week we deep dive into what it takes to build these solutions. Have you ever wondered how chemicals, O&G, and other facilities are created and optomized? Don't miss this conversation! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime indu...
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 164
Missed out on first-half trade shows? Had great conversations and want to add in? Join Dave and Vlad as we recap some of our experiences. Our favorite demos, weird humanoid robots, and more! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to answer big questions in the industry while having fun conversations with other interesting people. Join us weekly! ********** Conn...
Jun 20, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 163
What are cobots and where do they work best? This week, we welcome Chris Savoia of Universal Robots to talk about cobots for the first time! Chris has offered to give Dave and Vlad the technical dive, and we are happy to take him up on that offer. Beyond that, we're talking the amazing ecosystem that UR has been building and why they decided to go the ecosystem route. Plus we're going to get into the ReAutomated Podcast that Chris hosts. Do not miss this episode! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufac...
Jun 13, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 162
Who creates the standards for robots? How do we make sure these standards are followed? Is there training and certification? That's just some of what we will get into with Aaron this week on Manufacturing Hub. Long time listeners will remember Aaron from episode 45 when he was working at FedEx deploying robots. We have some cathing up to do. Aaron has gone from deploying next-generation systems to helping to craft the future of the ecosystem. You do not want to miss this show! About Manufacturin...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 161
Juan L. Aparicio Ojea joins Dave and Vlad to kick off our Robotics theme! Juan founded Reshape Automation and is on a journey to deploy 10x more robotics and automation in the US by the end of this decade. Obsesses by helping small and medium manufacturers and warehouses break free from labor shortages! This is a huge goal and we're going to dive into this! A special thanks to Robotics Summit and Expo for sponsoring this show and helping to bring Juan on! If you want to learn more about all type...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 160
Come join G with Dave and Vlad as we conclude the Systems Integration theme! G Brooks-Zac's journey into the world of industrial manufacturing is a testament to the intersection of passion, expertise, and relentless pursuit of innovation. With a background in mechanical engineering, their academic odyssey at MIT laid the groundwork for a career steeped in the intricacies of control systems and automation. From the hallowed halls of academia to the rugged terrains of field service and water treat...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 159
A faceoff for the ages! or a deep dive and comparison between two very different platforms. Dave is in Germany this week, so Jakob and Vlad are running solo. Join us for the first major TwinCAT and Beckhoff dive on Manufacturing Hub. It's a bit of a choose-your-own-adventure episode, so be sure to bring your questions! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to ...
May 02, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 158
Huck has been around the world as a SI. From Australia to Ireland, France, and all across the US. Join us as Dave and Vlad dive into some really positive and not-so-positive opportunities that come with Systems Integration and travel. We're talking non-traditional applications including some of the interesting applications Huck is working on with Working Systems. Plus we'll talk about the ever-changing big v small SI landscape! About Manufacturing Hub: Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational...
Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 157
Shane Dreffs joins Manufacturing Hub to kick off our Systems Integration theme. Shane started his career in the 90's working with robotics. He has transitioned to running his own company XYZ Automation and is currently helping manufacturing companies semi-automate and automate their manual processes. Be sure to join the conversation on Wednesday at 4 pm EST. Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Togeth...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 156
Join Dave as he interviews Paul Bennison this week on Manufacturing Hub to answer that question. We'll talk about sustainability in a number of different verticals. 🔵Supply Chain 🔵Products 🔵Production 🔵Retail We'll talk Energy, Beef Production, and more! If you want to answer the question: "Does Sustainability Matter?" This show is for you! Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave Griffith and Vladimir Romanov. Together they try to...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 155
Josh has spent the last 14 years in the supply chain space. The last four have been narrowly focused on contract manufacturing. We're going to answer some big questions this week: 🔵 What does contract manufacturing look like in 2024 and beyond? 🔵 What is negotiable with Brands and Contract Manufacturers? 🔵 How can Brands AND Contract Manufacturers ensure success? 🔵 Plus, we'll talk about Comanufactured Josh's initiative in this space. Be sure to join us this Wednesday at 4:40 PM EST! Manufac...
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 154
The Beauty and Cosmetics industries have been rocked. MoCRA - The Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act 2022 is the largest expansion of the FDA's authority since it's inception. That's causing a lot of changes, maybe for the better. This week on Manufacturing Hub, we welcome Nate Call to help explain what this means for consumers and manufacturers. Join us as we continue our CPG Deep Dive! Manufacturing Hub Network is an educational show hosted by two longtime industrial practitioners Dave ...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 153
