Chris Chuang with Relay
Industrial Talk is talking to Chris Chuang, Co-Founder and CEO at Relay about “Reliable communication solution for improved organizational safety”.
Chris Chuang from Relay discussed the importance of communication in manufacturing safety on the Industrial Talk Podcast. Relay’s device, which integrates Wi-Fi and cellular networks, is designed for frontline workers and offers features like panic buttons, location tracking, and real-time language translation. The device, manufactured in-house, is durable and resistant to harsh conditions. Chuang emphasized the role of AI in enhancing productivity and safety, aiming to digitize workflows and improve efficiency. Relay’s five-year journey in the market is built on reliable radio performance, now poised to leverage AI for data-driven insights and automation.
Max Cundiff with Chevron
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Max Cundiff, Industrial Sector Manager at Chevron about “Asset Management Lubrication Solution”.
The conversation features an introduction to three new podcasts within the Industrial Talk Podcast Network: “Ask Molly,” focused on marketing and sales, “Business Beatitudes,” on leadership virtues, and “The Human Patch,” on cybersecurity. The main discussion is with Max Cundiff from Chevron Lubricants, who explains the company’s integrated oil production process and the importance of lubricant quality. He highlights the issue of varnish in lubricants, which can be mitigated by Chevron’s products, and discusses the company’s research and development efforts. Cundiff also touches on the importance of fluid analysis and the potential for energy efficiency improvements in manufacturing.
Ryan Hiss with Better Engineering
Industrial Talk is talking to Ryan Hiss, VP of Sales and Marketing at Better Engineering about “Industrial Parts Washers”.
Ryan Hiss, VP of Sales and Marketing at Better Engineering, discussed their industrial wash systems on the Industrial Talk Podcast. Better Engineering, founded in 1960, specializes in aqueous parts washers for various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and food and pharmaceutical. Hiss highlighted the importance of cleanliness in manufacturing, noting that their systems can process parts at high throughputs, ensuring quality control. The company also employs sensors to monitor equipment and proactively alert customers to maintenance needs. Better Engineering is expanding into automation and traceability in food and pharmaceutical industries to improve efficiency and sustainability.
Maureen Gribble with UE System
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2025 and talking to Maureen Gribble, CMRP, N.A. Sales Enablement Lead at UE Systems about “Ultrasound Condition Monitoring”.
The conversation introduces three new podcasts under the Industrial Talk Podcast Network: “Ask Molly,” focused on marketing and sales, “Business Beatitudes,” on leadership virtues, and “The Human Patch,” on cybersecurity. Maureen Gribble from UE Systems discusses her 14-year tenure with the company, emphasizing their ultrasound technology and customer support. She highlights the increasing presence of women in the industry and UE Systems’ use of AI in their On Track system for predictive maintenance. The discussion also touches on the importance of marketing in the industry and the need for continuous innovation to address workforce shortages.
Nikki Gonzales with Weintek USA
Industrial Talk is talking to Nikki Gonzales, Director of Business Development at Weintek USA about “HMI – Human Machine Interface”.
Scott Mackenzie hosts Nikki Gonzales on the Industrial Talk Podcast to discuss the human-machine interface (HMI). Nikki shares her background, including her Icelandic roots and career journey in sales engineering and AI startups. She highlights Weintek, a Taiwanese company specializing in HMIs, which manufactures over 2 million HMIs annually. Weintek’s HMIs are known for their durability, connectivity, and cost-effectiveness. Nikki emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and the challenges in industrial B2B sales. She also mentions her podcast, Automation Ladies, and encourages listeners to connect with her on LinkedIn.
