Doug Trout with Precision Metalforming Association (PMA)
Industrial Talk is onsite at FABTECH and talking to Doug Trout, Director at Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) about “PMA providing tools for manufacturing success”.
Scott MacKenzie and Doug Trout discuss the importance of collaboration and innovation in the manufacturing industry, highlighting the Precision Metalforming Association (PMA) and its role in supporting industry professionals. They emphasize the value of trade shows like Fabtech, where exhibitors and attendees can connect, share knowledge, and showcase the latest technologies. Trout, the director of exhibitions, explains his role in organizing the metal forming section of FABTECH, which includes metal stamping, tool and die press automation, and robotics. He underscores the significance of having demonstrable products and the power of face-to-face interactions in fostering business relationships.
Gilles Mepossi Noutcha with Accruent
Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Gilles Mepossi Noutcha, Vice President at Accruent about “Comprehensive solutions for managing telcom assets”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial talk podcast episode featuring Gilles Mepossi Noutcha, General Manager for the Sites Portfolio at Accruent. Mepossi discusses two of Accruent’s products: Lucernex, a real estate management software for retailers, and Siterra, which manages telco tower assets. Lucernex helps retailers optimize their real estate portfolios by managing lease terms, project management, and lease accounting. Siterra assists telco companies in managing their tower assets, including lease management and joint usage. Mepossi also highlights Accruent’s compliance with international lease accounting standards and their customer-centric approach, emphasizing global market knowledge and post-sale support.
Claudio Cataldo and Carlos Toro with NTT Data
Industrial Talk is onsite at OMG, Q1 Meeting and talking to Carlos Toro and Claudio Soarzo Cataldo with NTT Data about “Data and Analytics solutions that drive insights and operational success.”
Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast featuring Claudio and Carlos from NTT DATA, discussing their work on digital twins and micro factories. Claudio, head of digital technology in Entity Data Chile, and Carlos, head of data and analytics, explain how digital twins enhance efficiency and safety in industries like mining. They highlight the importance of data management and the development of a composable digital twin methodology. Carlos introduces the concept of micro factories as training and showcasing tools, which can be used for remote monitoring and supply chain optimization. The conversation emphasizes the role of data analytics in driving industrial innovation and efficiency.
Stan Schneider with Real-Time Innovations
Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Stan Schneider, CEO at Real-Time Innovations (RTI) about “Autonomous vehicles and real solutions for the future”.
Scott MacKenzie and Stan Schneider discuss the latest advancements in autonomous vehicles and teleoperation at the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona. Schneider highlights the complexity of autonomous systems, noting that true autonomy is a spectrum and may take years to achieve. He explains the shift from traditional ECU-based vehicles to software-defined vehicles, which reduce wiring and increase computational power. Schneider also outlines RTI’s role in creating intelligent, distributed systems, emphasizing the importance of low-latency, real-time data processing. He shares examples of RTI’s projects, including NASA’s launch control and Canada’s air traffic control, and stresses the need for new architectures to handle modern challenges.
Pete Mansel with Accruent
Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Pete Mansel, CSO at Accruent about “Providing a comprehensive technology suite to address today’s asset challenges”.
Pete Mansel, Chief Sales Officer at Accruent, discussed the evolution of their global sales strategy, emphasizing integrated solutions to meet client needs. He highlighted the importance of connected workflows and reducing vendor reliance. Mansel shared a success story of a pipeline company centralizing their engineering documents, which took nine months and continues with ongoing enhancements. He noted trends such as digital transformation, cloud adoption, and the regulatory landscape, particularly in Australia and New Zealand. Mansel also touched on the application of AI in predictive maintenance and the need for automation due to labor market challenges.
