Best The Journal From Rockwell Automation Podcasts (2025)

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Ultra-Fast Automated Tank/Vessel Weight Indicators: Product Spotlight 12:43

3d ago12:43

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** Named “Best Podcast” 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Award of Publication Excellence. In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Griffin Hodnett, Product Manager of Automation at Mettler-Toledo, about the company’s IND360 MultiACM weight indicators for automated tank/vessel weighing. You’ll learn how these weight indicators a…

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Secure, Zero-Touch, Fault-Tolerant Edge Computing Platform: Product Spotlight 5:51

11d ago5:51

5:51

In this exclusive episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from the Automation Fair 2024 show floor, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi talks with Mike Wurster, Director of Strategic Alliances and Dave Ulmer, Channel Support Engineer at Stratus Technologies. Learn about the company’s ztC Edge, a secure, zero-touch, DIN-rail mountable edge-c…

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What’s Coming Up in The Journal’s February 2025 Issue 3:41

16d ago3:41

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** Named “Best Podcast” 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Award of Publication Excellence. In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck tells you what topics we’re covering in the next edition of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine — our February 2024 issue. Our print magazine mails February 25, and our digital…

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ODVA-Compliant Universal Industrial Gateway for Multiprotocol Systems: BONUS Product Spotlight 5:55

22d ago5:55

5:55

In this special episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from the Automation Fair 2024 expo floor, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi talks with Garrett Edwards, Director of Product Management and Marketing at Spectrum Controls. Learn about the company’s Universal Industrial Gateway with 12 protocols, a single-box solution for multidevice/m…

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Automation & Manufacturing News Report, January 2025 10:27

25d ago10:27

10:27

** Named “Best Podcast” for 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In our January 2025 news report, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck’s updates include Rockwell Automation’s smart water technology award, a major U.S. Dept. of Energy grants for small- and medium-sized manufacturers, and some new product anno…

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BONUS Episode! Product Spotlight: Real-Time Collaborative Machine Alarm Notification 5:49

30d ago5:49

5:49

In this exclusive episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from the Automation Fair 2024 show floor, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi talks with Greg Jackson, Chief Operating Officer and John Oskin, Senior Vice President with SmartSights. You’ll learn about the company’s Peer issue-management accelerator for real-time intelligent alarms, …

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Product Spotlight: Compact, Wireless Process Measurement Instrumentation for Hygienic Applications 6:09

1M ago6:09

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** Named “Best Podcast” 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Award of Publication Excellence. In this special episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from the expo floor at Automation Fair 2024, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi talks with Endress+Hauser’s Jason Pennington, Director of Digital Solutions and Keith Riley, Product Marketing M…

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BONUS Episode! Product Spotlight: Smart Transformer Helps Prevent Power Loss, Maintain Uptime 7:00

1M ago7:00

7:00

In this episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from the show floor at Automation Fair 2024, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi has an exclusive interview with Sumant Vashisht, Product Solutions Manager, Hammond Power Solutions (HPS). Learn about the HPS Smart Transformer that incorporates an HPS low or medium voltage transformer with a pr…

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Product Spotlight: Integrated Stepper Motor Controllers & Drives with CIP Sync 4:40

1M ago4:40

4:40

In this special episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from the expo floor at Automation Fair 2024, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi chats with Justin Stewart from Advanced Micro Controls Inc. (AMCI) about the company’s motion control technology, now with CIP Sync that allows for precise time synchronization between multiple devices on …

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Our #1 Episode of 2024! What’s Really Happening with Industrial Cybersecurity & What You Can Learn 19:25

2M ago19:25

19:25

This is a special encore presentation of our #1 most popular episode of 2024 in our “best of” series! Manufacturing is now the #1 target for hackers. Smart, connected devices on the plant floor are high-value cyberattack targets because of the intellectual property they contain — and just one day of downtime can cost millions. In this episode, Exec…

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BONUS Product & Manufacturing News Report, December 12, 2024 13:22

2M ago13:22

13:22

** Named “Best Podcast” for 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In our bonus news report this month, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck’s updates include life sciences market trends as well as new products announcements. Some of this episode’s topics include: Fortinet’s new innovation hub in Chicago. Inte…

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First Look: Automation & Manufacturing News, December 10, 2024 7:10

2M ago7:10

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** Named “Best Podcast” for 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In this episode’s news report, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck provides updates about: 2025 smart manufacturing and mobility trends & predictions, including GM layoffs, Chinese manufacturers relocating and more. Endress+Hauser’s TÜV Rheinl…

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Our #2 Episode of 2024! Practical Steps for Protecting IT & OT Systems from Ransomware Attacks 40:41

2M ago40:41

40:41

This is a special encore presentation of our #2 most popular episode of 2024 in our “best of” series! In this episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Dave Kang, Advisory Solutions Architect at Dragos and Kamil Karmali, Senior Global…

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Our #3 Episode of 2024! How Edge Computing Simplifies & Enhances AI-Based Cybersecurity in IT & OT 14:18

3M ago14:18

14:18

This is a special encore presentation of our #3 most popular episode of 2024! As advancements in cybersecurity have improved detection and response capabilities, managing the immense amounts of data required by AI-based cyber solutions remains a challenge. So, in this episode, we chat about how edge computing can enhance cybersecurity. Executive Ed…

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First Look: Automation & Manufacturing News, November 2024 12:20

3M ago12:20

12:20

** Named “Best Podcast” for 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In this episode’s news report, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck reports updates about: The global industrial control & automation market’s 5-year forecast A key update to Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk PharmaSuite software. SME’s “Ready to…

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MFG Day: Getting Young People Involved in Manufacturing – A Special Crossover Episode 26:21

3M ago26:21

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** Named Best Podcast 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. We’re thrilled to bring you this special crossover episode, “MFG Day: Getting Young People Involved in Manufacturing,” from our sister publication, IndustryWeek and its podcast, “Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast” and bi-weekly livestream video series …

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Tips for Complying with the NIS2 Compliance Framework 6:40

4M ago6:40

6:40

** 3 Consecutive Awards for Best Podcast, 2022 - 2024 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence. In this episode, The Journal’s Digital Editor Maggie MacHale brings the written word to life by reading the article, “Tips for Complying with the NIS2 Compliance Framework.” It’s written by Meghna Subramani, Commercial Product Manager, Network & Cybersecuri…

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How to Perform Wire Insulation Resistance Testing for Industrial Motors 5:57

4M ago5:57

5:57

In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading the article, “How to Perform Wire Insulation-Resistance Testing for Industrial Motors,” from Fluke Corp. It provides guidelines for the process of testing insulation resistance to help make sure equipment runs smoothly and explains how insulatio…

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The Evolution of the Programmable Automation Controller: Guest Podcast from Control Intelligence 7:28

4M ago7:28

7:28

** Named Best Podcast 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In this episode, we’re doing something a little different. Occasionally, we like to share a guest episode from another great podcast. This episode is from our sister publication Control magazine and its podcast called, “Control Intelligence.” Control magazin…

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Automation & Manufacturing News, October 2024 14:54

4M ago14:54

14:54

** Named “Best Podcast” for 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In our award-winning “Automation Chat" podcast, “Automation & Manufacturing News, October 2024,” learn about the $2 million IEEE Medal of Honor, and Food Traceability Innovator and World’s Most Ethical Companies award winners; and the ISO and UNDP’s in…

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HMIs Help With the Heavy Lifting: Improving operation & business agility 8:27

5M ago8:27

8:27

** 3 Consecutive Awards for Best Podcast, 2022 - 2024 APEX Awards of Publication Excellence. In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading the article, “HMI Helps With the Heavy Lifting.” It’s written by Susan Burtch, Lead Commercial Portfolio Manager of, Visualization Software at Rockwell …

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Automation & Manufacturing News, September 2024 7:40

5M ago7:40

7:40

** Named “Best Podcast” for 3 Consecutive Years! 2022-2024 Apex Awards of Publication Excellence. In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck reviews news in industrial automation and manufacturing. Learn about market trends in OT cybersecurity and in ultrasonic flowmeters; the role of AC drives for energy savings; and what…

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What’s Coming Up in The Journal: October 2024 Issue 3:04

5M ago3:04

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In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck tells you what topics we’re covering in the next edition of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine — our October issue. Our print magazine mails October 15, and our digital issue launches October 26. Learn about upcoming stories on: How to modernize plant operations. What…

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Trends in CPG and Food & Beverage Manufacturing 31:22

5M ago31:22

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In this episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast, Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Todd Gilliam, North American CPG Industry Leader at Rockwell Automation, and Monté Vander Velde, Senior Project Manager with CRB Group. Both companies recently released comprehensive reports: one about the consumer packaged goods industry, and one focused on…

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How Smart Devices Take Process Instrumentation to the Next Level 15:37

6M ago15:37

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In this episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Ashley David, Product Marketing Manager for Level and Pressure Equipment at Endress+Hauser USA. They discuss: What exactly “smart instrumentation” is in process automation. Where the i…

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Automation & Manufacturing News Report, August 27, 2024 13:21

6M ago13:21

13:21

In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck highlights news in industrial automation and manufacturing. Learn about the size of the U.S. manufacturing industry; trends in the oil & gas, modular robotics, batch control systems and industrial networks markets; and how companies are using AI. Also learn about achievements by E…

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Case Study: How a Craft Brewery Switched from Bottles to Cans 5:39

6M ago5:39

5:39

In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading the case study, “How a Craft Brewery Switched from Bottles to Cans.” It explains how Lakefront Brewery used updated PLCs, drives and HMIs to switch its operation to cans while also improving visibility and production. Resources from this episode…

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Practical Steps for Protecting IT & OT Systems from Ransomware Attacks 40:41

6M ago40:41

40:41

In this episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Dave Kang, Advisory Solutions Architect at Dragos and Kamil Karmali, Senior Global Commercial Manager, Cybersecurity Services at Rockwell Automation. Get nuts-and-bolts, practical info…

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10 Electrical Safety Mistakes to Avoid 6:29

6M ago6:29

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In this episode, The Journal’s Managing Editor Amanda Joshi brings the written word to life by reading the article, “10 Electrical Safety Mistakes to Avoid,” from Fluke Corp. Get tips about personal protective equipment (PPE), electrical testing tools, testing leads, fuses, lockout/tagout (LOTO) and more. Resources from the episode: Read the articl…

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Why is Abraham Lincoln in a Manufacturing Hall of Fame? Industrial Automation News, July 30, 2024 15:29

7M ago15:29

15:29

What do Abraham Lincoln, children’s literacy and the Chicago Bears have to do with manufacturing? In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck highlights news in industrial automation and manufacturing. Learn about trends in U.S. automotive aftermarket; an Illinois law providing tax incentives to quantum technology companies…

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How to Maintain Business Continuity with IT/OT Synergies in Your Cybersecurity Strategy 16:14

7M ago16:14

16:14

In this episode of our “Automation Chat” podcast from The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine, Executive Editor Theresa Houck chats with Brian Deken, North America Commercial Manager of Networks & Cybersecurity Services at Rockwell Automation. They talk about cybersecurity challenges and outcomes manufacturers are tryin…

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Manufacturing & Industrial Automation News Report, July 9, 2024, from Automation Chat 7:43

7M ago7:43

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In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck highlights news in industrial automation and manufacturing. Learn about the NIST Cybersecurity Framework2.0; a new GenAI prescriptive maintenance work-order software; research about digital services and about global supply-chain conditions; Endress+Hauser’s new Pennsylvania facili…

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What’s Coming Up in The Journal: July 2024 Issue 3:12

8M ago3:12

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In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck tells you what topics we’re covering in the next edition of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine — our July 2024 issue. Our print magazine mails July 16, and our digital issue launches July 31 by email. Learn about upcoming stories on: Using automation, artificial intel…

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How Edge Computing Simplifies & Enhances AI-Based Cybersecurity in IT & OT 14:18

8M ago14:18

14:18

As advancements in cybersecurity have improved detection and response capabilities, managing the immense amounts of data required by AI-based cyber solutions remains a challenge. So, in this episode, we chat about how edge computing can enhance cybersecurity. Executive Editor Theresa Houck is joined by Valerie Schneider, Business Development Manage…

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8 Accidental Discoveries that Advanced the Chemical Industry: Guest Episode 12:19

8M ago12:19

12:19

In this episode, we’re sharing a guest episode from the “Chemical Processing Distilled” podcast from our sister publication Chemical Processing, hosted by its Editor-in-Chief Traci Purdum. She describes eight happy and fascinating accidents that ended up having profound effects on the chemical industry and on humanity. Even if you’re not in the che…

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Solution Spotlight: SmartSights’ Analytics, Reporting & Notification Help Boost Performance 11:32

9M ago11:32

11:32

In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck talks with Greg Jackson, COO of SmartSights. Greg explains how WIN-911 Software acquired SyTech and rebranded the company as SmartSights, and what that means for its offering of analytics, reporting and notification solutions. Learn how the larger team allows the company to support a broader solutions…

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Automation Chat News Update, May 2024 11:45

9M ago11:45

11:45

In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck highlights news in industrial automation and manufacturing. Learn about new research on IT spending growth, enterprise adoption of GenAI, and an increase in both manufacturing jobs and facilities and how companies are dealing with the worker shortage. You’ll also get news on: How …

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The Basics of Industrial Gateways 4:40

9M ago4:40

4:40

In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading the article, “The Basics of Industrial Gateways,” from Spectrum Controls. You’ll get a quick tutorial on gateways and the types of common industrial communication protocols, and how they can be used in mixed-protocol environments. Resources from…

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What’s Coming Up in The Journal: May 2024 Issue 3:11

9M ago3:11

3:11

In this brief episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck tells you what topics we’re covering in the next edition of The Journal From Rockwell Automation and Our PartnerNetwork magazine — our May issue. Our print magazine mails May 14, and our digital issue launches May 22. Learn about upcoming stories on: Protecting OT systems from aggressive cyberat…

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Automation Chat News Roundup, April 2024 14:00

10M ago14:00

14:00

In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck reviews news highlights in industrial automation and manufacturing. This month, we cover an impactful robotics and simulation collaboration between READY Robotics, NVIDIA & Toyota for the automaker’s aluminum hot forging production. We also report on important cybersecurity report…

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Why Plant Managers Care About Outcomes, Not AI 5:11

10M ago5:11

5:11

In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck brings the written word to life by reading the article, “Why Plant Managers Care About Outcomes, Not AI.” It's written by Mike Bacidore, contributing editor of The Journal and Editor in Chief of our sister publication Control Design. You'll learn the difference between and automated and …

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What’s Really Happening with Industrial Cybersecurity & What You Can Learn 19:25

10M ago19:25

19:25

Manufacturing is now the #1 target for hackers. Smart, connected devices on the plant floor are high-value cyberattack targets because of the intellectual property they contain — and just one day of downtime can cost millions. In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck talks with Richard Springer, Director of Marketing, OT Solutions at Fortine…

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Control Intelligence Guest Podcast: Insights from the 9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report 15:19

11M ago15:19

15:19

We’re bringing you a surprise this episode of “Automation Chat” by providing a guest episode from our sister publication Control magazine. Rockwell Automation just released its 9th Annual State of Smart Manufacturing Report, and for its “Control Intelligence” podcast, Control VP and Group Publisher Keith Larson interviewed Gerry Abbey, Rockwell Aut…

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How Microsoft is Changing the Industrial Metaverse 5:08

11M ago5:08

5:08

Imagine using your phone to take a picture of a machine process or part, telling the software it’s not working, and the software providing suggestions and solutions for solving the problem. That’s what generative AI is doing right now. In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck discusses how Microsoft is doing this and changing t…

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5 Ways to Make Your HMI Secure 5:32

11M ago5:32

5:32

In this episode of Automation Chat, written by Rockwell Automation, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck discusses how to limit access to networks, processes and intellectual property by using modern human-machine interface software with security features for user authentication, mobile use and more. And as always, get your family-friendly,…

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Automation Chat News Roundup, March 2024 8:11

11M ago8:11

8:11

In this episode of “Automation Chat," Executive Editor Theresa Houck reviews news highlights in industrial automation and manufacturing, including cybersecurity, HMI and edge computing research reports; ODVA’s cybersecurity network extension for EtherNet/IP; the WEF’s Scope 3 emissions in manufacturing white paper; awards for manufacturing and DE&I…

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Important Safety Practices for Electrical Testing Tools 9:52

12M ago9:52

9:52

In this episode, The Journal’s Executive Editor Theresa Houck discusses how to go home safely at the end of your workday by applying good electrical safety practices. Written by Fluke Corp., you’ll learn key safe work methods for using electrical testing tools, including CAT ratings, NFPA 70E, visual inspection, verifying absence of voltage and mor…

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How Digitization Helps the Renewable Energy Sector Meet Increased Demand from Manufacturers 10:58

12M ago10:58

10:58

The renewable energy sector is leading the global energy transition away from fossil fuels. To keep up with this explosive growth in demand, renewable energy manufacturers must modernize operations to increase reliability, efficiency and their ability to scale quickly — all without sacrificing product quality. In this episode, Executive Editor Ther…

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How the IO-Link Wireless Standard Helps Manufacturers with Capacity & Flexibility 4:24

1y ago4:24

4:24

In this episode, written by Reid Schook, President of CoreTigo Inc., Executive Editor Theresa Houck discusses what the IO-Link Wireless standard is, and how it helps optimize production to operate with reduced manual operations and changeovers and increased throughput. And as always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of the Day. Resources from t…

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Why the Panama Canal Backlog is Affecting Your Supply Chains 6:55

1y ago6:55

6:55

In this episode, Executive Editor Theresa Houck explains how the Panama Canal became horribly backed up with freighters, and its profound effects on the global supply chain. This is a follow-up to last week’s episode (Jan. 29, 2024) about trends & strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions. As always, get your family-friendly, silly Joke of th…

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