Advanced Manufacturing Now

Nov 19 2024 469 ep. 20 mins 134
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Welcome to the podcast for manufacturing professionals, powered by SME. Featuring a variety of guests from leading manufacturing companies, the Advanced Manufacturing Now podcast drives the conversation about making manufacturing smarter. SME Media is a leading source for news and in-depth technical information about advanced manufacturing in North America. To learn more about SME Media, visit us at AdvancedManufacturing.org.

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The Value of Integrating Technology Platforms Across your Operations

Nov 19 2024 23 mins  
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Lawrence Moebs speaks with Brian Christiansen, CEO of Limble, about the critical role of maintenance software in manufacturing. They discuss the importance of integrating technology platforms to enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve labor productivity.

The Impact of Robotics on Smart Manufacturing

Nov 15 2024 15 mins  
Livia Rice, Director of Outreach and Engagement at the ARM Institute, joins Contributing Lead Editor Amy Bryson for a discussion about how Industry 4.0 is ushering in a new age of manufacturing with automation, robotics and artificial intelligence, as well as what the ARM Institute is doing to help prepare the U.S. manufacturing workforce and connect people with valuable career opp

From Teen Father to Manufacturing Titan: Drew Crowe’s Journey of Second Chances

Nov 13 2024 22 mins  
In this episode of "Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow," host Toni Neary speaks with Drew Crowe, a former teenage father and twice-convicted felon turned manufacturing leader and advocate for justice-impacted individuals. Drew shares his inspiring journey of overcoming systemic barriers and transforming his life through the manufacturing industry, where he found a path to stab

Revolutionizing Manufacturing with Automation

Nov 12 2024 31 mins  
In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Steve Plumb speaks with Nozi Hamidi from Quaker Houghton about the critical role of process fluids in manufacturing and the advancements in automation technology. They discuss the challenges manufacturers face, the importance of integrating automation into ancillary processes, and the benefits of the Fluid Intelligence platform.

Unlocking Continuous Improvement with Minitab

Nov 08 2024 28 mins  
In this episode, David Muller sits down with Mindy Tomlinson, senior product manager at Minitab, to discuss the importance of continuous improvement (CI) in manufacturing and other sectors. Mindy explains the origins of Minitab, its focus on usability for users unfamiliar with statistics, and the challenges faced by CI programs, including high failure rates and the need for effecti

The Role of AI in Modern CRM

Nov 05 2024 23 mins  
In this episode, David Muller is joined by Clint Oram, co-founder and chief strategy officer of SugarCRM, discusses the evolution of customer relationship management in the manufacturing sector. They also explore the integration of AI and generative AI in CRM systems to provide actionable insights for sales teams.

Shaping the Workforce of Tomorrow: A Conversation with Jeannine Kunz, SME's Chief Workforce Development Officer

Oct 30 2024 17 mins  
In the debut episode of Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow, Toni Neary, Director of Community Engagement at SME, speaks with Jeannine Kunz, SME’s Chief Workforce Development Officer, who has spent over 20 years advancing workforce strategies in manufacturing. Jeannine shares insights into SME’s mission to equip the industry with both cutting-edge technology and skilled tal

Model-Based Enterprise in Aerospace and Defense

Oct 29 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, David Muller interviews Naveen Poonian, President and CEO of iBaseT, discussing the significance of model-based enterprise in manufacturing, particularly in the aerospace and defense sectors. They explore how iBaseT's software solutions simplify complex operations, enhance quality assurance, and drive operational efficiency.

The Future of Industrial Automation

Oct 22 2024 16 mins  
In today's episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host David Muller speaks with Pedro Pachuga, CEO of Advex AI, about the transformative role of AI in industrial automation. They discuss the technology behind Advex, its integration into manufacturing processes, and the future vision of becoming a central intelligence system for industrial efficiency. To stay up to date on all thing

Be Pro, Be Proud—a new model to attract the next-generation manufacturing talent

Oct 15 2024 21 mins  
Andrew Parker, the director of governmental affairs for the Arkansas Chamber of Commerce, talks with SME Media Editor-in-Chief Steve Plumb about new workforce development initiatives, including early successes and plans to expand Be Pro Be Proud.