Bruce Chaplin with Octave
Industrial Talk is onsite at Octave Live and talking to Bruce Chaplin, Vice President, Geospatial at Octave about “Operational efficiency through geospatial intelligence”.
The conversation highlights the importance of the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress from November 3-5, 2023, and the Industrial Talk podcast with Scott Mackenzie. Bruce Chaplin, a 26-year veteran at Hexagon, discusses the evolution of geospatial technology, emphasizing its applications in industrial settings. He explains how geospatial intelligence integrates static and dynamic data to enhance operations, safety, and efficiency. Chaplin also touches on the use of lidar, 3D scans, and digital twins for real-time monitoring and decision-making. He encourages companies to start small with targeted geospatial solutions to address specific business problems.
Nasarg Shah with Martinrea International
Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2026 and talking to Nisarg Shah, Maintenance/Planner Engineer at Martinrea International about “eMaint platform deployment”.
Nisarg Shah, a maintenance planner at Martinrea, discussed his experiences with Fluke’s eMaint software at the Xcelerate 2026 event. Initially, the challenge was getting employees to use tablets for data entry. Nisarg overcame this by daily encouragement and teaching. The next challenge was integrating eMaint with the existing email system to automate data collection. They now focus on pulling data directly from PLCs, including temperature readings and cycle counts. Nisarg highlighted the benefits of meter-based PM, which significantly reduced breakdowns. He also mentioned using acoustic imaging for leak detection, saving money on maintenance.
Tobias Pforr with Octave
Industrial Talk is onsite at Octave Live and talking to Tobias Pforr, Principal Business Strategist at Octave about “Unleashing technology to improve the utility markets.
Tobias Pforr discussed his role at Octave, a company focused on network intelligence systems for utilities. He highlighted the importance of accurate asset documentation and the challenges of managing dynamic elements like weather and electric vehicle consumption. Pforr emphasized the need for clean, high-quality data to ensure system resilience and actionable insights. He shared his background in utility operations and innovation, including his experience with a Swiss utility and the establishment of a startup incubator. Pforr also touched on the regulatory complexities and the evolving demands on utilities, stressing the importance of managing complexity and maintaining system reliability.
Angeley Mullins with Aetheris Ventures
Industrial Talk is talking to Angeley Mullins, Founder and CEO at Aetheris Ventures about “Blistering pace of Technology and Industrial Impact”.
The conversation highlights the importance of the Barcelona Cyber Security Congress from November 3-5, 2023, and features an interview with Angeley Mullins, a seasoned tech professional from Berlin. Angeley discusses her extensive experience scaling companies, including Amazon, GoDaddy, and Intuit, and emphasizes the critical role of AI in transforming industries. She warns of potential AI-related risks, such as the AI bubble and the AI apocalypse, and stresses the need for leaders to balance AI tools with critical thinking and human interaction. The discussion also touches on the future of education and the importance of maintaining social connections in a technologically advanced world.
Brian Romano with The Arthur G. Russell Company
Industrial Talk is onsite at MD&M West and talking to Brian Romano, Director of Technology Development at Arthur G. Russell about “Automation Solutions”.
Brian Romano from Arthur G. Russell discussed the company’s focus on custom-designed automation, particularly for the medical device industry. Romano highlighted the importance of nimble solutions due to rapid market changes and technological advancements. He emphasized the need for continuous learning and training within the workforce, mentioning initiatives like a mini MBA and augmented reality glasses for remote support. Romano also noted the significant skills gap in automation, with only 16,000 graduates annually against 60,000 job openings. He stressed the importance of staying ahead in technology to maintain U.S. manufacturing leadership.