About Mocana Podcast
"Mocana" means to set the connected world free. Mocana's Mission is to protect families, cities and countries by enabling devices of every kind to be trustworthy and run securely and freely.
Mocana Podcast strives to deliver, through digital media, the education and increased awareness necessary to equip its listeners with 21st century tools, ideas and applications. Mocana's mission to protect countries, cities and families will be thoroughly discussed and explained within very lively, inspiring and motivating interviews. Listeners will develop deeper understanding of Mocana's vital role in securing trustworthy devices for all sectors of industry and daily life because Mocana makes protection personal...its about YOU.
Industrial Talk is onsite at FABTECH and talking to Stacey Jaeger and Josh Erickson with FlexTrades about “On-demand workforce manufacturing solutions”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating industrial professionals at the FABTECH conference in Orlando, Florida. Stacy, Director of Marketing, and Josh, Public Engagement and PR, from Flex Trades, discuss their company's role in bridging manufacturing workforce gaps. Flex Trades deploys skilled technicians across the U.S. to fill temporary needs, offering a consultative approach to understand client requirements and provide the best fit. They emphasize the importance of character, commitment, and continuous training for their technicians. The company, celebrating its 20th anniversary, has not yet ventured into international markets but focuses on capturing more U.S. market share. Contact information for Flex Trades is available on their website and social media platforms.
Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Charlie Boyle, VP of Global Data, Analytics and AI at Fortive about “Leveraging operational data and AI for improved insights”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast discussing data analytics and AI with Charlie Boyle, VP of Advanced Solutions at Accruent. Boyle highlights the importance of data in decision-making, emphasizing the need for automated solutions to manage the vast amounts of data being generated. He discusses Accruent's mission to unify the built environment through IoT and advanced analytics, focusing on predictive maintenance, energy management, and space intelligence. Boyle also mentions the use of generative AI to assist aging technicians and improve maintenance efficiency. The conversation underscores the transformative power of data and AI in enhancing business operations and problem-solving.
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating its success and encouraging listeners to share their stories and technology. He introduces Preston Johnson from Cutsforth, who discusses their asset management platform, Insight CM. Insight CM integrates various condition monitoring technologies, such as vibration, lubrication, and thermography, to provide a comprehensive view of equipment health. Preston emphasizes the importance of understanding asset failure modes and leveraging data to predict and plan maintenance. He highlights the benefits of workforce optimization, increased uptime, and reduced maintenance costs. Roadblocks include resource constraints, IT integration, and leadership buy-in. Preston provides contact information for further inquiries.
Industrial Talk is onsite at FABTECH and talking to Chris Harbaugh, Vice President of Sales at FX3D about “Rapid QC of 3d Printed Parts”.
Chris Harbaugh from FX3D discussed their innovative approach to manufacturing at Fabtech in Orlando. FX3D specializes in creating modular 3D printed fixtures for precision inspection, significantly reducing costs and time. They use a print farm with 30 printers, primarily PLA for plastic and laser sintering for metal components. This technology has cut throughput time by 25% and reduced rejections. Harbaugh emphasized the future direction towards AI-assisted fixture generation and digital twin technology for optimizing part designs and reducing shipping costs. Contact information for FX3D is available on their website and LinkedIn.
Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Cisco Sara, Sr. Product Marketing Manager at Accruent about “Industrial documents at your fingertips”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts an episode of the Industrial Talk Podcast at the Accruing Insights event in San Antonio, featuring Cisco Sara from RedEye, a document management system. RedEye, built for collaboration and democratizing information, stands out for its unlimited user license, making it accessible to all team members without additional costs. It offers a user-friendly interface with features like Google-like search, QR codes, and GPS to easily locate documents. The system also ensures version control and accuracy through workflow approvals. Integration with Accruent's Asset Management Suite and potential AI enhancements are discussed for future improvements. Red Eye's intuitive nature requires minimal training, and personalized onboarding helps customers transition their data effectively.
Industrial Talk is onsite at FABTECH and talking to Gunar Gossard, Director of Sales at BLM Group about “Innovative Manufacturing Solutions”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts an episode of the Industrial Talk podcast from Fabtech in Orlando, Florida, highlighting innovations and trends in the manufacturing industry. Gunar Gossard from BLM Group discusses their cutting-edge technology, including laser-cutting tubes and a four-person arcade game made using their equipment. Gossard explains the advancements in laser technology, such as reduced production time and improved edge quality, and the integration of automation and AI in manufacturing processes. He emphasizes the importance of flexibility and easy programming for robots in modern fabrication. Gossard provides his contact information for those interested in learning more about BLM Group's products and services.
Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Dave Harrington, Global Workplace Management Solutions Architect at Accruent about “Complete insights into your building assets”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating industrial professionals and their innovations. At the Accruent Insight user conference in San Antonio, Texas, he interviews Dave Harrington, a solution consultant at Accruent, about workplace management solutions. Harrington explains that these solutions help manage physical assets, buildings, and critical equipment, emphasizing the importance of proactive maintenance to avoid issues like HVAC breakdowns. He highlights the role of AI in predictive maintenance and decision-making, sourcing data from various real estate platforms. Harrington also notes the challenge of re-educating the workforce post-pandemic. The conversation underscores the evolving landscape of workplace management and the impact of AI.
Industrial Talk is onsite at OMG, Q1 Meeting and talking to Paul Oberly and Tangi Meyer with Dassault Systemes about “Virtual Twin and digitization of processes!”
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, featuring Tangi Mayer and Paul Oberly from Dassault Systems. Tangi, a senior strategic planner, and Paul, the lead for Delmia augmented experience in North America, discuss the integration of advanced technologies like computer vision and AI to create a “virtual twin” of real-world manufacturing processes. This digital representation allows for efficient, error-free production by connecting the virtual and real worlds, enhancing safety, and optimizing workflows. They emphasize the importance of data in driving business operations and the potential for AR to revolutionize manufacturing and inspection processes, making them more intuitive and efficient.
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, highlighting industry innovations and professionals. He promotes CAP Logistics for supply chain insights and encourages industry professionals to share their stories through podcasting. Scott discusses the importance of energy as a service with Alex Flournoy from Baseline Energy Services. Alex explains their business model of renting portable natural gas generators, offering a flat monthly fee that includes maintenance and parts. They have grown from 12 units in 2012 to 1200 today, meeting the increasing demand for electricity in oil fields. Alex emphasizes the importance of remote monitoring and quick response times for maintenance. He also mentions their recent foray into manufacturing their own generators to meet demand.
Industrial Talk is onsite at Accruent Insights and talking to Noah Reding, Vice President/GM at Accruent about “Smart buildings – optimizing the efficiency and value of building assets”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts the Industrial Talk podcast, celebrating industrial professionals who innovate and solve problems. At the Accruent Insights event in San Antonio, Texas, Scott interviews Noah Reding, General Manager for Accruent's Workplaces Business. Noah discusses the importance of customer-centricity and collaboration, highlighting the complementary products EMS and Famous 360, which focus on space management and facility maintenance. He explains the concept of smart buildings, emphasizing predictive maintenance and energy optimization. Noah also touches on the future of space management, the impact of hybrid work, and the use of data from sensors and Wi-Fi to optimize space utilization.
Mocana Events:
Stay connected with Mocana for upcoming events on Cyber Security and strategies for making the industrial market safe.
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Industrial Academy:
The world is changing fast! Industrial businesses are juggling every facet of business maintenance and growth, ranging from technological/digital media adaptations to cash flow management and operational efficiency challenges. How do industrial business leaders stay current while managing growth and casting vision for the future? The answers could be found in a learning environment, but never before has there been a place for continuing education in the industrial business arena. UNTIL NOW…
The INDUSTRIAL ACADEMY IS HERE. Finally there is a clearinghouse for all things industrial to assist the business leader. Course offerings provide up-to-date applicable information in business development, technology, finance, operations and leadership presented in an engaging, movement-oriented manner by those in the know. These professionals don’t just talk the talk. They walk the walk with purpose and passion for building not just the industrial business but also the people who make things happen.
The Industrial Talk Podcast family looks forward to learning and growing with you!
