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Send us Fan MailMachinery manufacturing is among the most operationally complex segments of the ERP market, with business requirements varying significantly across OEMs, component manufacturers, distributors, field service organizations, and equipment rental companies. Many organizations also operate multiple business models under a single corporate structure, adding further complexity to ERP selection. As a result, choosing the right ERP system requires more than evaluating company size or feature lists. It demands a clear understanding of the organization's unique combination of manufacturing, distribution, service, and rental processes to ensure the platform supports both current operations and long-term growth.In this episode, our host Sam Gupta discusses the top Machinery Manufacturing ERP systems in 2026. He also discusses several variables that influence the rankings of these ERP systems. Finally, he shares the pros and cons of each ERP system.Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xP_jGo2xmMERead: https://www.elevatiq.com/post/top-machinery-manufacturing-erp-systems/Questions for Panelists?

Today with Michael Barbarita: You already know the feeling. You glance at the checkbook, you see a number that looks okay, and you decide that's good enough. You don't open QuickBooks. You don't look at your gross profit percent. Some part of you is afraid that if you actually looked, you might not like what you'd find. Michael Barbarita has spent thirty years inside businesses just like yours, first as an owner himself, growing a retail company called Ski Town USA from two and a half million dollars to eight million in under five years, and now as a fractional CFO through his company, Next Step CFO, working mostly with owners in the trades. He told LuAnn something simple that changes how you think about your numbers for good: the time to look is when it's cloudy, not when it's raining. Michael doesn't ask his clients to become accountants. He gives them five numbers, what he calls the vital five, and a rhythm for checking them. Sales, gross profit, gross profit percent, and net profit get pulled from your weekly P&L, and for most owners, that report is already sitting in your accounting software waiting to be opened. Cash is the one exception. That number gets checked every single day, because cash is what can sink you fastest, and it's the one number you can't afford to only glance at once a week. LuAnn connects Michael's framework directly to something she and her husband Vin have pushed Exciting Windows members toward for years, a fifty five to sixty percent gross profit margin. Once you're actually watching your gross profit percent every week, you have a real answer to whether you're anywhere close to that target, instead of a guess. The conversation goes further into why so many business owners let their accounts receivable slide, and Michael's five components of what he calls a compelling offer, the framework he uses with clients to get them out of competing on price. LuAnn ties it back to something she's said for years, that you have to sell the transformation your work creates, not the blind, the shade, or the drape itself. If pricing and margin are the piece that's nagging at you after this one, go back and listen to WTFP #199, Solo Margins Matter, for the fuller case on what discounting below a healthy margin actually costs your business. More About Michael Barbarita: Michael Barbarita has owned and operated Retail, Manufacturing and Service companies over the last 30 years. One of the retail companies he operated called “Ski Town USA” grew from $2.5 Million to $8.0 million in less than 5 years. One of the products he manufactured was “Cookies To Scoop Frozen Cookie Dough” and was featured on the QVC Home Shopping Network and was selected as one of the top 20 products in the State of Massachusetts in 1997. He has sat on the Board of Directors of 5 different companies. He was a Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for a large specialty retailer. He was Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer for all of his previously owned companies as well. Michael has been involved in the structuring of leveraged buyouts. He has experience in owning both commercial and residential investment real estate. He also has experience exporting and doing business on a global scale.  He is an award winning public speaker. He has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at Babson College in Wellesley, Massachusetts, and majored in Accounting. Connect with Michael Barbarita: Website Our Favorite Links ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Windowworksnj.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exciting Windows⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ What's new with LuAnn Nigara ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Power Talk Friday Tour 2025⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch the Docuseries!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.luannnigara.com/cob⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Purchase LuAnn's Books Here: Book 1: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Audiobook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Making of A Well – Designed Business: Turn Inspiration into Action⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Book 3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Well-Designed Business – The Power Talk Friday Experts Volume 2⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with LuAnn Nigara LuAnn's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LuAnn's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Tweet Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Follow Us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Listen Here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other Shows Mentioned: Episode 199: What Would Lu Do?: Margins Matter: Why Discounting Puts Your Business at Risk

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Why don't talented women pursue leadership? After 35 years in manufacturing, Sheila LaMothe has an answer most of us feel but rarely say out loud: it's usually not ability. It's that they don't see themselves as worthy of the opportunity, even when the people around them already do.Sheila chaired the Women in Manufacturing board, founded Women in Finishing, and today is Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at the Chemical Coaters Association International. And it all started with a marketing manager sitting silent in a room full of GE and Ford executives, feeling completely irrelevant, promising herself she would not leave that room without saying something.In this episode:The real reason women hold themselves back from leadership (it's not skill)Imposter syndrome, and why an invitation is evidence that someone sees your value"He saw something in me that I didn't see in myself": how allies and sponsors open doorsSheila's "jump in" rule for opportunities you don't feel ready forHow to bring a mistake to your boss with solutions, not just problemsWhy you should never apologize for speaking in a meetingCHAPTERS 0:00 — Intro and Sheila's “say something in the room” takeaway0:32 — Why speaking up matters when you're invited to lead1:00 — A simple challenge for the week: one comment, one question1:30 — Intro to Sheila LaMothe and her career story2:33 — Feeling intimidated in a room full of high-level women3:29 — The moment Sheila decided to speak up4:09 — Why women often don't own their expertise5:32 — Sheila's unconventional path into manufacturing7:12 — Confidence, imposter syndrome, and male allies9:48 — Mantras for stepping into opportunity11:37 — Leadership, teamwork, and lessons from athletics13:33 — Learning to trust the better idea, not just your own16:03 — Coaching people to bring solutions, not just problems17:28 — Handling a major magazine typo with transparency20:41 — Joining the WIM board and growing through leadership23:44 — Why trade associations are an underrated resource27:00 — Building a meaningful network, not just collecting contacts29:49 — Final advice: stop apologizing, speak confidently, commit fully32:30 — Closing thanks and outrohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sheila-lamothe-a1405420/If leadership doesn't see your impact yet, start by putting it into words they recognize. Get the Free Impact Clarity Tool: https://nowomanleftbehind.ac-page.com/impact-clarity-ai-optinRosie Zilinskas is the creator of the Articulation Gap for high-performing corporate women. The Articulation Gap is the distance between the impact high-performing corporate women create and the impact leadership recognizes, rewards, and promotes through Clarity, Composure, and Conviction.#WomenInLeadership #ImposterSyndrome #CareerGrowth

- Tesla Denies Rumored China Business Sale Plan - Analyst Predicts Big Stock Rally for Ford - Toyota Creates New Units to Fast-Track Reforms - Chinese Automakers Capture 23% Of Brazil Market - Zoox Wins Approval for Paid Driverless Robotaxi Rides - Momenta Gets Germany Approval for L4 Testing - Over 70% Of Chinese Cars Feature ADAS - China Faces Severe Talent Shortage for AV Engineers - Rivian Narrowed Losses Despite Massive Negative Cash Flow - Expert Warns U.S. Lacks Key Battery Manufacturing Tech

Proto Labs (PRLB) CEO Suresh Krishna discusses the company's fifth consecutive quarter of record revenue, driven by operational discipline, factory growth, and strong demand for domestic manufacturing. He also explains how Proto Labs is using AI and proprietary data to accelerate product development and innovation for customers.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

- Tesla Denies Rumored China Business Sale Plan - Analyst Predicts Big Stock Rally for Ford - Toyota Creates New Units to Fast-Track Reforms - Chinese Automakers Capture 23% Of Brazil Market - Zoox Wins Approval for Paid Driverless Robotaxi Rides - Momenta Gets Germany Approval for L4 Testing - Over 70% Of Chinese Cars Feature ADAS - China Faces Severe Talent Shortage for AV Engineers - Rivian Narrowed Losses Despite Massive Negative Cash Flow - Expert Warns U.S. Lacks Key Battery Manufacturing Tech

Indonesia is rapidly emerging as a serious contender in global toy manufacturing, driven by its huge workforce, competitive labour costs, and a fast‑maturing industrial base. While many in the toy business still view Indonesia through the lens of Java and domestic consumption, the country now offers export‑ready capabilities that mirror what modern toy brands need — especially for electronic, interactive, and connected products. With rising wages in China and brands pushing for diversified "China + 1" strategies, Indonesia's manufacturing evolution is becoming impossible to ignore. Within this landscape, Batam stands out as Indonesia's most advanced electronics export‑manufacturing hub — a unique island‑wide Free Trade Zone just 20km from Singapore, built on three decades of electronics production. In this episode, Steve speaks with Chrispin from Tunas Prima Industrial Estate - https://tunasindustrial.com/en/ - who explains how Batam's deep ecosystem of PCB assembly, battery integration, plastics, finishing, and box‑build makes it a natural fit for toy brands. Add in Disney‑certified factories, a young labour pool, seamless Singapore logistics, and ready‑to‑use industrial infrastructure, and Batam becomes one of the most compelling new manufacturing bases for global toy companies exploring Indonesia for the first time.    

An affiliate of a Canadian aerospace manufacturer has filed for bankruptcy protection for its longtime factory in Southwest Ohio, according to a local report.Magellan Aerospace USA Inc. is seeking Chapter 11 protection for the Magellan plant in Middletown, the Journal-News reports. Documents filed with the court reportedly listed assets of $10 million to $50 million and liabilities of $50 million to $100 million.The Chapter 11 process typically allows companies to continue operating their assets; the filing would reportedly authorize company officials to pursue a restructuring or reorganization, as well as a sale of the facility or liquidation, if necessary.Magellan, based in suburban Toronto, makes complex assemblies and systems for aircraft manufacturers, engine makers and space agencies across the globe from production facilities in North America, Europe and India. The company says the Middletown plant manufactures high-temperature, vacuum-brazed honeycomb structures for exhaust systems and control surfaces and offers assembly of titanium- and nickel-based alloy components and aluminum structures.The facility traces its roots to 1928, when a company eventually known as Aeronca was founded in Cincinnati; it moved to suburban Middletown following a 1937 flood, and was acquired by Magellan predecessor Fleet Aerospace 40 years ago.Magellan officials indicated in a corporate resolution this month that bankruptcy would be in the best interests of the company along with those of its creditors, employees and other stakeholders. The Journal-News said that the company did not respond to multiple requests for comment.#Manufacturing, #Aerospace, #AerospaceManufacturing, #Bankruptcy, #Chapter11, #Ohio, #MagellanAerospace, #Aviation, #SupplyChain, #IndustrialNews, #ManufacturingNews, #Aircraft, #Factory, #BusinessNews, #Industry

Send us Fan MailThere is perhaps no greater confluence of old and new school ideologies than the current ransomware threat landscape plaguing the industrial sector. On one hand – the motivations and avenues of attack have changed very little. Hackers are still leveraging weak log-in security or lagging parameter defenses to steal data and launch malware as they extort the enterprise.However, that malware is now being released by highly specialized hacking groups that can launch and scale their attacks more quickly with AI tools, and with malware either sourced from another specialized provider, or optimized by, again, AI tools. The overall result has been another surge in ransomware attacks against the hacking community's favorite target – manufacturing. Here to offer some insight on these and other trends related to ransomware in the industrial sector is Sean Nikkel. He serves as the Team Lead for Bitdefender's Cyber Intelligence Fusion Cell. Listen as we discuss: • The spike in living-off-the-land ransomware attacks, and how old-school detection strategies may be fueling this surge.• How a combination of ransomware group specialization and AI are helping bad actors scale their attacks in unprecedented ways.• The need to prioritize vulnerabilities in new ways.• How fewer ransomware payments could only be a temporary win for the sector.• How to build a culture where cybersecurity is more than doom and gloom, and the best ways to celebrate the wins. A copy of the report Sean mentioned can be found here. https://www.bitdefender.com/en-us/blog/businessinsights/ransomware-attacks-targeting-us-organizations-2026 To catch up on past episodes, you can go to Manufacturing.net, IEN.com or MBTmag.com. You can also check Security Breach out wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple, Amazon and Overcast. And if you have a cybersecurity story or topic that you'd like to have us explore on Security Breach, you can reach me at jeff@ien.com.#cybersecurity, #infosec, #cybersecurityawareness, #ethicalhacking, #hacking, #cyberattack, #datasecurity, #networksecurity, #informationsecurity, #cybercrime, #tech, #technology, #ai, #ransomware, #malware, #cloudsecurity, #zerotrust, #phishing, #soc, #cyberdefense, #itsecurity, #cybernews, #security, #penetrationtesting, #digitalsecurityAs a go-to podcast for our listeners, we want to help you align your brand with our expertise. By sponsoring our podcast, your brand will build trust, and your message will stand out to an audience searching for tools to assist their cybersecurity efforts. Click Here to Become a Sponsor.To catch up on past episodes, you can go to Manufacturing.net, IEN.com or MBTmag.com. You can also check Security Breach out wherever you get your podcasts, including Apple, Amazon and Overcast. If you have a cybersecurity story or topic that you'd like to have us explore on Security Breach, you can reach me at jeff@ien.com.

Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSX-V:GMG, OTCQX:GMGMF) MD and CEO Craig Nicol joined Proactive's Stephen Gunnion to discuss a new distribution agreement with Blackwoods, giving GMG's G LUBRICANT and THERMAL-XR products access to thousands of industrial customers across Australia. Nicol said Blackwoods' nationwide sales force and distribution network — spanning mining operators, freight businesses and manufacturers — represents a significant commercial step for the company. Customer demand is coming from two directions: some are seeking corrosion resistance and longer equipment life, while others are focused on energy savings. Data centres are a particularly promising market, where even modest efficiency gains translate into meaningful energy reductions. "Once they do try them, we find that they're very happy to repeat purchase," Nicol said. The Blackwoods partnership is the first step in a broader international distribution strategy, with similar agreements being pursued in Europe and the United States. Production capacity is being expanded through the company's modular Gen2 technology to keep pace with growing demand. Visit the Proactive YouTube channel for more interviews with leading listed companies, and don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel and enable notifications so you never miss future updates. Read Proactive's Editorial Policy here: https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/pages/editorialPolicy #GrapheneManufacturingGroup #GMG #Graphene #Blackwoods #IndustrialDistribution #Lubricants #ThermalXR #GrapheneLubricant #EnergyEfficiency #DataCentres #Mining #IndustrialTechnology #AustralianStocks #TSXV #OTCQX #ProactiveInvestors

When Lauren Levy struggled through a freezing diaper change with 30 snaps to close, she spotted a gap no one had filled in a century of baby clothing. She and co-founder Lawrence Scheer spent two years perfecting a patented magnetic closure before selling a single item. Today, Magnetic Me has 50 employees and has been profitable since 2012. For more on Magnetic Me and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Margie is an organizational effectiveness and Lean Thinking / Continuous Improvement teacher and coach. For over thirty years, she has helped executives and senior leaders recognize their changing roles and responsibilities in complex systems. By providing frameworks for thinking and learning, and evidence-based structures for practice, she supports leaders in identifying and developing appropriate behaviors and skills for leading and creating an organization filled with competent, confident problem solvers.For eighteen years, Margie worked as a global internal consultant for Ford Motor Company at all levels within the organization - from team leaders to the COO - in Product Development, Design and Manufacturing.Since 2005, Margie has worked in a variety of leading service and manufacturing industries, including healthcare, PreK-12 education, distribution, food service, and transportation/mobility. Her work has included university programs in areas of leadership development, Lean Thinking, and organizational learning. Margie's ongoing community work focuses on issues of hunger relief and land conservation.Clients invariably learn to appreciate Margie's ability to quickly assess leadership qualities, identify issues of misalignment among management, and recognize disconnects between agreed to policies and principles and actual daily behaviors. She embodies the belief that intentional, balanced focus on both the social and technical components in complex systems is essential for long-term effectiveness of any improvement efforts.Margie holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education from Butler University, Indiana (USA), and a Master of Science Degree in Education from Indiana University (USA).Link to claim CME credit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3CME credit is available for up to 3 years after the stated release dateContact CEOD@bmhcc.org if you have any questions about claiming credit.

What would happen if your Risk Management File disappeared tomorrow?Would your medical device suddenly become less safe?For many organizations, the answer is probably no—because the file was created to document decisions after they were made, rather than guiding those decisions in the first place.In this episode of the Medical Device Made Easy Podcast, we challenge the traditional view of risk management and explore why ISO 14971 should be treated as a continuous decision-making framework—not simply a regulatory requirement.What You'll LearnIs Your Risk Management File Driving Design?Risk management should begin at the earliest stages of product development.Instead of documenting completed work, it should actively influence design choices, identify hazards, evaluate risks, and verify that risk control measures are effective throughout development.Common Signs Your Risk File Is Becoming FictionMany organizations unintentionally weaken their risk management process by:Reusing generic hazard lists from previous projectsCompleting risk documentation just before certificationFailing to connect hazards with design decisionsTreating the Risk Management File as a static document instead of a living processRisk Management Is a Cross-Functional ResponsibilityEffective risk management isn't owned solely by Quality or Regulatory Affairs.Engineering, Clinical Affairs, Manufacturing, Service, Post-Market Surveillance, and Customer Support all generate valuable information that should continuously improve the organization's understanding of product risk.Why Traceability MattersStrong traceability allows organizations to answer critical questions:Why was this hazard identified?Which design decision addressed it?How was the risk control verified?Does new PMS or complaint data change our understanding of the risk?Would we make the same decision today?When these connections are visible, risk management becomes a practical engineering tool rather than a compliance exercise.Keeping Your Risk Management File AliveCertification is not the end of risk management.Complaints, vigilance reports, supplier changes, software updates, PMCF findings, literature reviews, and post-market surveillance all provide new information that should feed back into your risk assessment.Organizations that continuously update their Risk Management File are better equipped to identify emerging risks, improve product safety, and support long-term regulatory compliance.Key TakeawayA Risk Management File should never exist simply to satisfy auditors or Notified Bodies.Its real purpose is to demonstrate how risk-based thinking influences every important design decision throughout the product lifecycle.The strongest organizations don't maintain a perfect document.They maintain a living risk management process—one that evolves as new knowledge is gained and continuously helps make medical devices safer for patients.Social Media to followMonir El Azzouzi Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/melazzouziTwitter: https://twitter.com/elazzouzimPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/easymedicaldeviceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/easymedicaldeviceThis podcast is hosted by Podcastics, the easiest platform to create and publish your podcast.

On this episode, Martin McLaughlin joins the show to discuss his 39-year career at Northrop Grumman during the development of the B-2 bomber, the F-20 and F/A-18 fighters, and the YF-23 fighter. Martin also managed the DARPA experimental spaceplane XS-1 program and numerous internal Northrop Grumman studies for air-launched to orbit rocketplanes. He continues his […] The post From Stealth Aircraft to Space Transportation: The Evolution of Aerospace Composites first appeared on Composites Weekly. The post From Stealth Aircraft to Space Transportation: The Evolution of Aerospace Composites appeared first on Composites Weekly.

Send us Fan MailPart 3 of the Near Memo brand-building series brings brand down to earth in professional services — specifically legal, where a client hires once in a lifetime, can't judge quality, and every ad on the screen looks identical. Gyi Tsakalakis, co-founder of AttorneySync, joins Greg Sterling and Mike Blumenthal to talk about what actually moves the needle for personal-injury and other high-stakes firms.The throughline: you can't outspend a bad intake experience. Gyi makes the case for treating intake and even rejections as review-generation surfaces, signing prospects up before you qualify them, and manufacturing brand demand offline that you route back through Google Business Profiles. They close on AI — still a top-of-funnel research tool for most local consumers, while Google (and the GBP data ChatGPT scrapes) remains the last click.Watch Part 1 (John Jantsch) and Part 2 (Cyrus Shepard) for the general and technical sides of local brand.Links:- AttorneySync: https://www.attorneysync.com/- EP 265 — Decoding Local Branding with John Jantsch: https://www.nearmedia.co/ep-265-decoding-local-branding-with-john-jantsch/- EP 266 — Cyrus Shepard: What Local Brand Actually Means to Google and AI: https://www.nearmedia.co/ep-266-cyrus-shepard-what-local-brand-actually-means-to-google-and-ai/- Michigan Auto Law "3K for Free": https://www.google.com/search?q=3k4Free- Kruger & Hodges, The Hometown Lawyers: https://thehometownlawyers.com/- Lunch Hour Legal Marketing Summit: https://lunchhourlegalmarketing.com/- Google ATLAS study: https://ai.google/static/documents/GoogleATLASv1.pdfSubscribe to our newsletters and other content at https://www.nearmedia.co/subscribe/

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Hello everyone, and welcome back to another episode of Warehouse and Operations as a Career. I’m Marty, and as always, I appreciate you spending a little of your day with me.  Today I want to talk about something that’s been on my mind for quite a while. Over the past several months, I’ve spoken with warehouse associates, forklift operators, order selectors, recruiters, supervisors, and hiring managers from all over the country. I’ve listened to the concerns of people just entering our industry, and I’ve listened to leaders trying to build strong teams. You know what’s interesting? Both groups are asking almost the same question. The associate is asking, “How do I get ahead?” The employer is asking, “How do I keep good people?” I think those questions are really two sides of the same conversation.   Let’s start with a simple question. What do you think is the biggest concern for today’s warehouse associate? Most people immediately answer, “Money.” Yes, pay is important. We all work to provide for ourselves and our families. Inflation, groceries, rent, and fuel aren’t getting any cheaper. But after forty years in this industry, I’ve learned that money is rarely the real problem. I feel that people want to know if they’re building a future, or just collecting another paycheck. That’s an entirely different question.  When someone walks into a warehouse for the very first time, they’re usually thinking about today’s shift. Can I do the work? Will I like the people? Can I make it through orientation? Will I get enough hours? Those are all fair questions. But somewhere along the way, another question should replace those. In my humble opinion, we should be asking ourselves, “What does my career look like three years from now?” And unfortunately, many people never ask it. Instead, they work, they clock in, they clock out, and before they know it, three years have become ten. Nothing changed except the date on the calendar.  Here’s something I tell every young associate I meet. Your employer hired you to fill a position. Only you can build the career. The company can provide the opportunity. It can’t provide ambition. It can offer training but it can’t force someone to learn. It can post an opening for a Lead, Trainer, Dispatcher, Inventory Control, Safety Coordinator, Supervisor, or Manager but someone has to decide they’re ready to take those steps.  I hear people say all the time “They never give me a chance.” Of course sometimes that’s true. But sometimes we haven’t given ourselves one either. Have we volunteered to learn another department duties? Have we asked to operate another piece of equipment or a different production machine? Have we asked to learned what those inventory people actually do? Do we understand receiving, Shipping, Quality Control, Cycle counts, Warehouse Management Systems, Transportation, Planning, Customer Service? Every one of those skills makes you more valuable. And as we've learned, valuable employees don’t stay in the same position forever.  One of the biggest mistakes I see is confusing experience with growth. Someone says “I’ve been here five years.” Well that’s wonderful. But have you had five years of experience, or one year of experience repeated five times? Those aren’t the same thing. Growth happens when we’re learning something new. When we’re uncomfortable and challenged. When we’re solving problems instead of waiting for someone else to solve them.  Here's a big one, let’s talk about automation for just a minute. I hear it all the time. “Robots are taking our jobs.” Here’s my perspective. Automation doesn’t replace great employees. It can replace repetitive tasks. Someone still has to maintain the equipment. Program the systems. Analyze the inventory. Manage the workflow. Lead the team and interpret the data. Solve the problems technology can’t solve. The more skilled you become, the more valuable you become in an automated world. Technology should motivate us to learn more. Not scare us into standing still. Another thing I hear all the time is, I don't have time to learn things and online classes take so many hours, or my company wants us to stay over to learn something new. I always ask what are you doing that keeps you from having that time to invest in yourself? What did you watch on tv last Tuesday night and what was the plot of the program? lol. Just a thought. Now where was I. Ok, now let’s talk about something every supervisor notices. Dependability. If I asked ten warehouse managers who their most valuable employee is, almost every one of them would describe someone who shows up every day, on time, and ready to work. Not necessarily the fastest or the strongest. But dependable. And what have we said before? Dependability creates opportunity. Opportunity creates trust. And trust creates promotions. It really is that simple.  Here’s another lesson I learned years ago. Don’t wait for the title before acting like the leader. Lead from wherever you’re standing. Help the new employee. Pick up the trash nobody else noticed. Volunteer for the difficult assignment. Stay positive when everyone else is complaining. Ask questions. Share ideas respectfully. Those things, ladies and gentlemen, are leadership behaviors. And people notice them.  One thing I absolutely love about our industry is that careers are still earned. Think about that. There are very few industries where someone can begin unloading trucks, become a forklift operator, learn inventory, move into training, become a lead, a supervisor, a manager, a director, or a Vice President. I know that’s possible. Because I lived it. Nobody handed me those opportunities. Each one required another step up the ladder. And yes, sometimes those steps were uncomfortable. Sometimes they were exhausting. And many times I wondered if I was ready. But I climbed anyway.  Here’s something else to think about. Every certification you earn is another rung on that ladder. Your Powered Industrial Truck certification. First Aid, CPR, and AED. CRASE. STOP THE BLEED. OSHA training. Leadership classes. The Microsoft Excel and Word programs. Warehouse Management Systems. Inventory Control. Public speaking. Communication. Every one of those skills separates you from the crowd. Because when opportunity comes, preparation wins.  You know what rarely earns promotions? Complaining. Excuses. Drama. Blaming everyone else. Those things might get attention. But they don’t build careers. Solutions build careers. And Managers remember people who solve problems. They remember people who volunteer and there going to remember people who make everyone’s job easier.  Ok, we've been closing with a challenge for the week so here's this weeks. When you walk into work tomorrow don’t ask yourself “What do I have to do today?” Ask yourself “What can I learn today?” One question changes your schedule. The other changes your future. Anything counts. Maybe you ask to learn shipping paperwork, or you spend fifteen minutes talking with inventory control, or maybe you ask your supervisor why something is done a certain way. I think curiosity builds careers.  And here’s another challenge for us. Write down the job you want three years from now. Not tomorrow, but three years from now. Then ask yourself “What skills does that person have that I don’t have yet?” Now you have a roadmap. Our careers aren’t built by accident. They’re built intentionally. By us.  One skill. One lesson. One opportunity. One day at a time.  I’ll leave you with this. The career ladder in warehousing, Production, Transportation, Manufacturing and Distribution. It hasn’t disappeared. In fact, I’d argue it’s stronger than it’s ever been. Companies need leaders and trainers. They need technicians, safety professionals, dispatchers, machine operators, inventory specialists, and operations managers.  The opportunities are there. The ladder is standing exactly where it’s always been. The question is, are you still climbing, or did you stop on the first rung?  If today’s episode encouraged you, challenged you, or reminded you that your future is still being written, I’d appreciate it if you’d share it with a coworker, a friend, or someone who’s just getting started in our industry. Until next time, keep learning and improving, keep showing up every day. And remember. Your job may get you through today, but your commitment to learning is what builds tomorrow.  Everyone have a safe shift and I hope to see you back here in two weeks!

Bleibt in Fabriken zukünftig das Licht aus - weil dort sowieso nur noch Roboter arbeiten? Vor vielen Jahren wurde auf der Hannover-Messe der Begriff "Industrie 4.0" geprägt - eine Erfolgsgeschichte war das bislang eher nicht. Doch die damit erreichte Digitalisierung und Vernetzung der Daten sind nun das Fundament für den Einsatz von KI. In einzelnen Fertigungsschritten sind Machine-Learning-Algorithmen schon lange fester Bestandteil, zum Beispiel bei der Erkennung von Qualitätsproblemen. Jetzt startet KI in der Produktion durch. KI-Agenten analysieren und steuern die Fertigungsprozesse über alle Tools hinweg. Und unter dem Schlagwort "Physical AI" werden KI-Modelle trainiert, die sich in der realen - physischen - Welt bewegen können, die Grundlage also für Roboter, die deutlich flexibler genutzt werden können. Unser Studiogast Sebastian Linzmair beschäftigt sich bei Accenture genau mit diesen Fragen: Wie können wir mit KI die Produktion flexibler, effizienter, aber auch individueller machen? Was macht eine "Dark Factory" aus, und wie weit sind wir davon noch entfernt? Und was heißt das für Europas Rolle in der Fertigung? Und wir wollen natürlich auch von ihm wissen, was er privat mit KI so alles anstellt. Also: Reinhören! KI dominiert die Hannover Messe: Wandel von Industrie 4.0 zu AI (00:01:53) Praxisbeispiel: Wie KI und Agenten die Produktion revolutionieren (00:04:45) Individualisierte Fertigung und Effizienzgewinne durch KI (00:10:50) Agenten in der Industrie: Automatisierung, Risiken und Mensch-Maschine-Interaktion (00:15:12) Europas Rolle im globalen KI- und Robotik-Wettlauf (00:21:18) Die Fabrik der Zukunft: Dark Factory und kognitive Produktion (00:25:36) Arbeitswelt im Wandel: Neue Aufgaben und gesellschaftliche Auswirkungen (00:29:06) China, USA und Europa: KI-Strategien im internationalen Vergleich (00:33:37) Regulierung, Datenschutz und kulturelle Unterschiede im KI-Einsatz (00:41:58) Low-Code, No-Code und persönliche Erfahrungen mit KI-Tools (00:46:22) Abschluss und Ausblick: Die Zukunft der KI in Industrie und Alltag (00:51:21)

Industrial Talk is talking to Mehdi Kargar, CEO/Co-Founder at Maxterial, Inc. about "Innovative coating platform that significantly reduces corrosion". Mehdi Kargar, founder of Maxterial, discussed the company's innovative coatings that replace hexavalent chromium, which is being phased out due to health and environmental risks. Maxterial's coating, tested in steel mills and hydraulic systems, offers superior durability, reducing downtime by up to 50% and improving energy efficiency by four times. The coating is manufactured using standard electrodeposition processes and existing chemical suppliers. Maxterial aims to create a scalable, cost-effective solution that meets regulatory deadlines and enhances industrial efficiency. The company's strategy includes building trust and partnerships with Outline Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress Announcement Scott introduces the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress, emphasizing its importance and urging listeners to mark their calendars for November 3-5.The event is described as a must-attend for cybersecurity professionals, offering networking opportunities and valuable insights.Scott mentions their own participation and plans to broadcast and discuss cybersecurity with experts.Contact information for the event is provided, and Speaker 1 encourages listeners to visit Industrial Talk for more details. Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast Scott reiterates the podcast's mission to celebrate industrial professionals and their contributions to solving global challenges.The introduction sets the tone for the episode, emphasizing the importance of innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving in the industrial sector.Scott introduces the guest, Mehdi Kargar, and the topic of discussion, which revolves around Maxterial and its innovative coatings solutions. Mehdi Kargar's Background and Maxterial's Mission Scott and Mehdi Kargar discuss Mehdi's background, including his immigration to America, education, and career path in engineering and entrepreneurship.Mehdi explains the founding of Maxterial in 2015, initially as a coatings company with a focus on non-stick coatings made of metals.The conversation shifts to Maxterial's evolution and its current focus on providing hexavalent chromium alternatives for industrial applications.Mehdi shares the story of how Maxterial received early-stage funding from Peter Thiel's foundation, which played a crucial role in their development. Maxterial's Hexavalent Chromium Alternative Mehdi elaborates on the challenges and importance of replacing hexavalent chromium, which is used in various industrial applications but poses significant health and environmental risks.He explains the regulatory deadlines for phasing out chromium, with the EU setting a 2027 deadline and the U.S. Army aiming for 2030.Maxterial's solution is described as a complex coating that offers wear and corrosion resistance, energy efficiency, and improved labor efficiency compared to traditional chromium-based coatings.Mehdi emphasizes the company's commitment to providing a scalable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly alternative to chromium. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Strategy Mehdi details Maxterial's manufacturing process, which involves standard electrodeposition techniques using existing plating infrastructure.The company's supply chain strategy involves sourcing chemicals from various suppliers and providing them to end users through a licensing process.Mehdi highlights the benefits of Maxterial's approach, including reduced capital expenditures, compatibility with existing manufacturing settings, and the potential to create jobs in the U.S.The conversation touches on the challenges of convincing existing chromium suppliers to adopt Maxterial's solution and the importance of building trust with end users. Quality and Testing of Maxterial's Coatings Mehdi discusses the quality of Maxterial's coatings, emphasizing their performance in rigorous testing and real-world applications.He provides examples of successful tests, including a steel mill in America and a world-renowned steel producer in Italy, where Maxterial's coatings demonstrated superior durability and efficiency.Mehdi explains how Maxterial's coatings can be used in both corrosive and non-corrosive environments, simplifying supply chains and reducing costs for end users.The conversation underscores the importance of proving the quality and reliability of Maxterial's products to build trust with potential customers. Entrepreneurial Challenges and Future Outlook Mehdi reflects on the challenges of building Maxterial, including the need for patience, perseverance, and the ability to adapt to changing market conditions.He shares his philosophy of "go slow to go fast," explaining how the company's initial focus on small-scale operations and careful testing has set the stage for scalable growth.Mehdi expresses optimism about Maxterial's potential to disrupt the industry and create significant positive impact.The conversation concludes with Meddy encouraging listeners to reach out to him for more information and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to share Maxterial's story. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. 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The Transformation Ground Control podcast covers a number of topics important to digital and business transformation. This episode covers the following topics and interviews:   You Don't Own Your IP Once It Hits the Cloud Who Owns Your IP in the Cloud? (Marcus Harris, Taft Law) "Technical Debt" Is a Marketing Weapon   We also cover a number of other relevant topics related to digital and business transformation throughout the show.  

Most of us in the machining world have thought about it at least once. What if I stopped quoting other people's parts and built something of my own? For a lot of shop owners that idea stays stuck in the someday pile, because the path from a good idea to a product people actually buy feels impossible to map. This episode is about someone who mapped it. I sat down with Josiah Fallaise of FDF Race Shop, and I'll be honest, this one went a different direction than I expected, in the best way. Josiah has built a following of hundreds of thousands of people who watch him design and make racing suspension and other components, and that audience does something remarkable for his business. It creates organic demand for his products and an almost unlimited supply of people who want to come work for him. We get into the whole arc. How he started with eight products on an $8 a month website, why his early outsourcing decisions taught him expensive lessons, and how he thinks about buying machines when you're making your own products instead of quoting jobs. If you've ever wondered whether to option out a machine or buy the base model, his answer is clear and it's worth hearing. The part I keep coming back to is how openly he shares his work. He isn't chasing hooks or hacks. He posts what he's genuinely excited about, every single day, and the following takes care of itself. For any shop owner who's told themselves that content isn't for them, Josiah makes a strong case that you're sitting on some of the most watchable material there is. We also get honest about the hard parts, the restructuring, the bottlenecks, and the mountain of documentation it takes to scale past a handful of skilled people. If you're building a brand around what you make, or you want to, this one's a bit of a master class. What's Covered in this Episode (0:00) Josiah's simplest way to start making content: answer questions on camera (1:24) Meet Josiah Fallaise of FDF Race Shop and hear his origin story (4:01) Inside FDF: race products, a racing school, and the industrial side (6:14) The "I Designed It" T-shirt giveaway and flying the winner to the shop (8:36) CAD seminars: 3D scanning, reverse engineering, and low-cost tech (10:12) How DN Solutions can take your shop high-end (11:22) The origin story: engineering tech by day, wing brackets on Big Cartel by night (13:50) Early bad calls with a water jet company (and why laser wins) (16:02) Why outsourced quality falls as volume climbs, so he brought it in-house (17:15) Product shop vs job shop: buying fully-optioned machines for output (20:14) Creating demand by posting the work, not the product (22:49) Verdant Commercial Capital makes the financing process smooth  (23:28) 3D-printed suspension teaching models and Formula SAE memories (26:36) The full product line (and where product ideas come from) (30:35) Team and culture, interviews, and hiring at FDF (36:39) Sponsor: Hire MFG Leaders (Paul) (37:08) Building a personal brand alongside the business (and sponsorship leverage) (41:47) Getting started: a $15 tripod, slow-mo chips, no mic, minimal editing (48:18) The real challenge: restructuring, bottlenecks, and 170 orders behind (51:49) 25 to 30 pages of docs per product, version control, and three sign-offs (54:45) The E-Myth, robotics, laser welding, and the billet vs welded math Resources Mentioned DN Solutions Verdant Commercial Capital Hire MFG Leaders The E-Myth by Michael E. Gerber Connect with Josiah Fallaise FDF Race Shop Josiah Fallaise on LinkedIn Follow Instagram and YouTube

What makes one racing spring perform better than another? It's about far more than spring rate.In this EPARTRADE Race Industry Now webinar, Frank Simonetti, Motorsports Director at Swift Springs, joins Tony Eury Jr., Director of Chassis Development at GMS Race Cars, to explain the engineering, materials, manufacturing processes, and suspension technology that separate premium racing springs from the competition.Discover how spring design influences chassis balance, tire performance, suspension tuning, consistency, and driver confidence across road racing, drag racing, oval track, and other forms of motorsports.Topics include:• Why spring rate isn't the whole story• Linear vs. progressive spring behavior• Materials and heat treatment• Manufacturing precision and quality control• Spring consistency and durability• Suspension tuning strategies• Modern race car chassis development• Working with teams to develop better springs• The future of suspension technologyWhether you're a race engineer, crew chief, chassis builder, fabricator, professional racer, or weekend competitor, this technical discussion provides valuable insight into one of the most important tuning tools on any race car.Featuring:Frank Simonetti – Motorsports Director, Swift SpringsTony Eury Jr. – Director of Chassis Development, GMS Race CarsHosted by: Brad Gillie (SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift)Presented by ARP, Inc., PEAK, Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, Ferrea Racing Components, CTech Manufacturing, & Race-Fan.Subscribe to EPARTRADE for weekly engineering-focused webinars featuring the racing industry's leading manufacturers and technical experts.#SwiftSprings #Suspension #RaceEngineering #Motorsports #RaceCar #ChassisSetup #RacingTechnology #CoilSprings #Engineering #EPARTRADE

If you're a small or mid-sized manufacturer, adopting an agile approach can help you respond to changing customer requirements and fast-moving markets. In this podcast, you'll learn what agile manufacturing is, whether it's a good fit for your business, and how to put it into practice. You can learn more in this episode or read about it on our blog For more information about the MRPeasy software, visit our website: mrpeasy.com

PwC's Christian Sachse joins us to talk all things logistics. Discover recent trends such as automation, AI, nearshoring, and sustainability.Download the episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠===== In this episode, Christian Sachse of PwC Germany shares what supply chain leaders must prepare for in logistics, from automation and AI to sustainability, nearshoring, labor shifts, and resilience. He explains how planning, visibility, and control towers support better execution.  ===== Guest 1: Christian Sachse, Director, PwC Christian Sachse is a Director at PwC Germany, where he leads the transportation practice within PwC's global Center of Excellence for Logistics Transformation. With a career spanning over a decade in SAP logistics consulting — progressing from ABAP developer to senior leadership roles at firms including IBM, Deloitte, and PwC — he brings deep expertise in SAP Transportation Management and end-to-end supply chain optimization to global organizations across automotive, manufacturing, retail, chemicals, and beyond. In today's discussion, he shares his perspective on the future of supply chain technology and innovation.Host 1: Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Richard Howells⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working in the Supply Chain Management and Manufacturing space for over 30 years. He is responsible for driving the thought leadership and awareness of SAP's ERP, Finance, and Supply Chain solutions and is an active writer, podcaster, and thought leader on the topics of supply chain, Industry 4.0, digitization, and sustainability.Host 2: Oyku Ilgar, SAP  Oyku Ilgar is a marketer and thought leader specializing in SAP's digital supply chain and ERP solutions since 2017. As a marketer, blogger, and podcaster, she creates engaging content that highlights innovative SAP technologies and explores key topics including business trends, AI, Industry 4.0, and sustainability.   She holds dual bachelor's degrees in Finance & Accounting and English Translation, along with a master's degree in Business Administration and Foreign Trade, specializing in marketing. With her background in digital transformation, Oyku communicates technology trends and industry insights to help professionals navigate the evolving business landscape.  ===== Show Links:PwCSupply Chain Management:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠SAP Supply Chain Management⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠SAP Insights: Supply Chain⁠⁠⁠⁠       Follow Us on Social Media : Richard Howells: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠, Oyku Ilgar: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠      SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠    Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes! 

Strong revenue doesn't always mean strong capital. If you've ever felt that despite the revenue your business is bringing in, it just isn't leaving you with real surplus or optionality, this episode is for you.   This week, Eleanor breaks down why revenue alone doesn't make you wealthier, and how the right architecture can turn your revenue into actual capital that compounds over time. Eleanor walks you through how to manufacture capital by converting revenue into surplus and analyzing the Margin Stack: four key cost allocations that determine your profitability.   Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/joPqu7kv1rc Get full show notes and more information here: https://safimedia.co/WO111 Follow Eleanor on LinkedIn and Instagram here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleanorbeaton/ https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbeaton/

A persistent gap remains between what modern manufacturing technology makes possible and how day‑to‑day work is still executed, with paper workflows, limited machine visibility, and siloed data preventing real operational control.   In this episode, Sebastian Dykas, Director of Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance at Smith+Nephew, examines with host Marilie Fouché how tighter data capture and connected systems can move leaders toward real‑time process control and reduced variability. The discussion highlights practical shifts in measurement, machine connectivity, and automation that help teams stabilize output and build more reliable, digitally enabled operations. ​ Learn how leading organizations define the right data — and why cross‑functional collaboration is essential to getting it right. Download our free PDF report, "Beginning with AI," at emerj.com/aik1  

America's manufacturing future depends on more than advanced technology—it depends on a skilled workforce prepared to build, program, and operate it. In this episode of the Optimistic Outlook, Amanda Beaton, who leads Siemens Cooperates with Education, sits down with Jim Devaprasad, robotics professor at Lake Superior State University and recipient of the 2026 A3 Educator of the Year Award, to discuss how educators are helping solve America's manufacturing skilled labor shortage by preparing the next generation of engineers, technicians, robotics specialists, and automation professionals. After more than 40 years in the classroom, Jim has witnessed the evolution of manufacturing technology firsthand—from hand-drawn robotics diagrams to today's highly automated, AI-enabled industrial environments. Along the way, he has inspired generations of students and launched countless careers, including former students who now lead automation companies of their own. Amanda and Jim explore why hands-on STEM education, career and technical education (CTE), and strong partnerships between industry and education are essential to closing workforce gaps and strengthening U.S. manufacturing competitiveness. They also discuss how robotics, automation, and experiential learning are preparing students for high-demand careers and why investing in educators is one of the smartest investments America can make for its industrial future. Topics covered: Manufacturing skilled labor shortage Robotics education and STEM learning Career and technical education (CTE) Manufacturing workforce development Industrial automation and robotics careers Industry-education partnerships Preparing students for the future of manufacturing Listen to hear why the future of American manufacturing starts in today's classrooms, and how educators like Jim Devaprasad are inspiring the next generation of innovators, engineers, and manufacturing leaders. Show notes Lake Superior State University (LSSU) School of Engineering and Technology: LSSU in Sault Sainte Marie, Michigan is one of only 10 nationally accredited robotics engineering programs in the nation.

Building military capability takes more than defense contractors alone. Increasingly, the Pentagon is looking to commercial manufacturers, technology firms and other nontraditional partners to expand the defense industrial base. That's a topic drawing growing attention across the defense community, and my next guest says Michigan is becoming a focal point for that shift. Scott Davis is president of the NDIA Michigan Chapter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recorded live at ICBC Berlin 2026, Chuck sits down with Kevin Cederferm & Gustaf Leffler, founders of Ocarena Group, to showcase one of the most innovative dry herb vaporizers on the market.Built by engineers and creators who were frustrated with existing devices, the Ocarena vaporizer features a seven-chamber magazine, attachable grinder, tool-free battery swaps, modular all-metal construction, and precision temperature control—all designed to make premium dry herb consumption simpler, cleaner, and more enjoyable.The conversation dives into the engineering process behind the device, why durability and health were central to the design, and how a small startup is using modern manufacturing technology to compete with industry giants. The founders also discuss their strategy for international expansion, premium retail partnerships, and collaborations within the cannabis industry.Whether you're interested in cannabis technology, hardware innovation, entrepreneurship, or product design, this episode offers an inside look at how great ideas become groundbreaking products.

IMTS is 1.2 million square feet spread across six days, and the average visitor only spends about 2.7 of them on the floor. That math is exactly why walking in without a plan means seeing a fraction of what you came for. In this episode we sit down with Bonnie Gurney and Michelle Edmondson from AMT, the team that builds IMTS, to talk through how to actually get value out of the biggest manufacturing show in the country. We're about six and a half weeks out and registration is running 29% ahead of 2024, so the energy is real. Bonnie and Michelle break down what's new for the 100th anniversary show: the 10 technology sectors, the Industrial AI arena with 40 first-time exhibitors, a bigger defense presence, and a conference lineup, from Elevate to the job shop and LATAM tracks, that too many people still treat as a hidden gem. We also make the case for why you should go even if you're not buying this year. As Mike puts it, you don't have time not to go. You go to see the solutions you'll need in two or three years, the way he spotted a machine tending robot in 2018 and finally bought it in 2022. And this year, a plan-my-route feature built into the floor plan app is a genuinely practical use of AI. There's plenty happening on the floor too, from the main stage schedule and the 100-year history of the show to the machine tool we're giving away with DN Solutions and Kennametal. Mostly, though, this is a conversation about showing up prepared and getting the most out of your days in Chicago. If you're heading to IMTS 2026, this is the planning conversation to hear first. Come find us in the Hennig booth, and let's make some chips. What's Covered in this Episode (0:00) Why every visitor needs a game plan before the doors open (1:21) Six and a half weeks out, with registration up 29% over 2024 (3:25) The scale of IMTS: 1.2 million square feet and 500-plus semis a day (7:56) The August 5th pre-IMTS party for Oscar Mike and the Manufacturing Pathways Consortium (10:04) Elevate: powered by AMT and Women in Manufacturing (10:56) What's new: the 10 technology sectors that map the show floor (13:00) Why the conference and education lineup is the show's hidden gem (17:58) Learn more about Elevate, the Women in manufacturing conference (20:45) Kennametal's Next Level Shop and a bike giveaway on the show floor (21:47) 100 years of IMTS, from a 62,000 square foot science fair in 1927 (27:06) The main stage schedule: capital decisions, AI, and the coolest stuff we saw (28:31) How the machine giveaway works: register, collect chips, earn entries, win Friday (31:09) Find your next leader with Hire MFG Leaders (31:38) Why "you don't have time not to go" is the real case for IMTS (35:47) A practical AI use case: let the floor plan app build your route (37:48) Poll your team: What should you look for at IMTS? (39:17) The biggest changes coming to IMTS 2026 Resources Mentioned IMTS 2026 Register for the IMTS machine giveaway: https://www.makingchips.com Hire MFG Leaders Elevate, powered by AMT and Women in Manufacturing DN Solutions Oscar Mike Foundation Manufacturing Pathways Consortium Connect with Bonnie Gurney & Michelle Edmondson IMTS AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology IMTS on LinkedIn Connect with MakingChips Website On Facebook On LinkedIn On Instagram On Twitter On YouTube

Every week, we cover the three biggest stories in manufacturing, and the implications they have on the industry moving forward. This week:New Balance May Donate Shuttered Factory to the Town it VacatedAbout two years ago, New Balance announced plans to close its plant in Norridgewock, Maine. The move surprised pretty much everyone because the shoemaker is known for its U.S.-based manufacturing footprint.Ammo Factory Fails to Produce Any Shells After $469M Army InvestmentAfter sending many, many shells to Ukraine, the Army tasked General Dynamics and its existing ammunition plant in Mesquite, Texas, with manufacturing 30,000 M795 High Explosive 155 mm shells each month by October 2025. But a new report said the plant hasn't produced a single shell in two years of operation.Northwestern Engineers Made a ‘Phantom' Drone That Vanishes in Plain SightEngineers at Northwestern University have created a drone that appears to vanish in plain sight after it takes flight. The Phantom Twist is a drone that uses a concept called "motion blur" — the effect that makes it seemingly impossible to see fast-spinning blades on fans or Road Runner's legs.In Case You Missed ItPairs of Glasses Are Boosting Productivity in Some Garment FactoriesOperators who received reading glasses also made fewer errors.3D-Printed, Patient-Specific Contact Lenses in Just 20 MinutesIt uses a newly developed silicone material.TRISO-X Plots Massive Advanced Nuclear Fuel Expansion in TennesseeLast week, TRISO-X announced tentative plans to create some 1,140 new jobs in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.Please make sure to like, subscribe and share the podcast. And to email the podcast, you can reach any of us at Jeff, Anna or David@ien.com, with “Email the Podcast” in the subject line. Subscribe to our daily and weekly newsletters.

The exchange of fire between the United States and Iran has paused in the last few days. One challenge the U.S. has confronted in the war with Iran has been the shortfall in ballistic missile and drone defense systems. Nick Schifrin discussed more with Jerry McGinn. He was a senior official in the Defense Department's Office of Manufacturing and Industrial Base Policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Chapters:00:00 Meet Vitaly Golomb01:32 Why job losses are inevitable this time04:41 How close are autonomous trucks?06:10 Manufacturing, China, and lights-out factories07:30 The five robotics verticals his fund invests in11:10 If capital doesn't need labor, who buys anything?15:22 China's laws on replacing workers with robots17:45 UBI, or why "negative income tax" might actually pass20:27 Fixing US healthcare, one Medicare year at a time22:40 US vs Canada healthcare26:23 AI washing: which layoffs are real30:00 The Displacement Machine and the grievance economy36:38 America's unfair advantage: immigration40:09 What he invests in and why44:13 Why he's bearish on humanoid robots47:48 Final thoughts

In dieser Folge sprechen Sin To und Annette Garcia Lorenzo mit Johann Stadler von Hilti und Andreas Madlencnik von SAP über Datensouveränität, hybride Cloud-Landschaften, globale Skalierbarkeit und KI im Supply-Chain-Kontext.Download the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠episode transcript⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠===== Wie gelingen Datensouveränität, hybride Cloud-Architekturen und globale Skalierbarkeit in der Supply Chain? Sin To und Annette Garcia Lorenzo sprechen mit Johann Stadler (Hilti) und Andreas Madlencnik (SAP) über Private Cloud, Public Cloud, PLM, ERP, Manufacturing Execution und KI, für alle, die Industrie, Daten und End-to-End-Prozesse strategisch weiterdenken. ===== Guest 1: Johann Stadler, Head of Large Projects & Manufacturing IT, Hilti GroupJohann Stadler is an experienced leader in Business & IT with a strong background in managing multiple departments across Europe, Asia and America. He plays an active role in shaping Hilti's corporate strategy, oversees the tactical dimension, realization, and operations in Large Projects and Manufacturing IT. He has a proven track record in delivering IT solutions and processes essential for leveraging Hilti's corporate strategy.Guest 2: Andreas Madlencnik, Business Development Manager PLM | Middle Eastern Europe | Supply Chain ManagementHost 1: Sin ToSin To brings over 15 years of experience in the digital media and technology industry – primarily in marketing, business development, thought leadership, and editorial. At SAP, they ensure that SAP's supply chain solutions are properly visible with a focus on future trends and sustainable innovations as part of the Thought Leadership & Awareness Supply Chain Team.Host 2: Annette Garcia-LorenzoAnnette García Lorenzo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ has been working at SAP since 2001, with over 8 years of experience in the Product Lifecycle Management and Manufacturing space. As Adoption Lead for PLM and SAP IPD, she helps SAP customer and partners make the most of our solutions, while channelling their feedback back to SAP product management. She is an active speaker, blogger, and podcaster on the topics of PLM and Manufacturing.===== Show Links:SAP Digital Supply Chain: ⁠www.sap.com/scm⁠Follow Us on Social Media : Johann StadlerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannstadler/ Andreas MadlencnikLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreas-madlencnik/ Annette Garcia-LorenzoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annette-garcia-lorenzo/ Sin To: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sin-to-5334208 SAP Digital Supply Chain:LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/showcase/sapdsc/ Please give us a like, share, and subscribe to stay up-to-date on future episodes!  ===== Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro Warum Geschwindigkeit, Qualität und Kostenoptimierung entscheidend werden00:01:00 Thema der Folge: Datensouveränität im Cloud-Zeitalter00:02:00 Was ist eine hybride Systemlandschaft?00:04:00 Vorteile hybrider ERP-Landschaften für Konzernbereiche00:06:00G eopolitik, Supply Chain und regionale Anforderungen00:09:00S trategische Vorteile von Public- und Private-Cloud-Kombinationen00:11:00 Herausforderungen: Integration, Materialstammdaten und SAP BTP00:13:00 CAD-zentrisches PLM vs. ERP-nahes PLM00:16:00 Engineering- und Supply-Chain-Perspektiven zusammenbringen00:19:00 MES als Software-as-a-Service00:22:00 KI im PLM- und Supply-Chain-Kontext00:25:00 Context Awareness, Halluzinationen und vernetzte Daten00:28:00 Blick in die Zukunft der Supply Chain00:32:00 Fast Five00:33:36 Outro

Ben Horowitz joins Theo Jaffee and Sofia Puccini to discuss one of the biggest debates in AI today: the future of open-source models. They examine the growing push to restrict open models, why Ben believes open source is critical for security, innovation, and competition, and what happens if a handful of frontier labs come to dominate the AI ecosystem. They also discuss distillation, AI monopolies, China's role in open-source AI, robotics, manufacturing, the economics of frontier models, and why Ben believes the AI market is still in its earliest stages. The conversation closes with a look at AI-generated art, creativity, and whether new tools will spark the next cultural renaissance.   Resources: Follow Ben Horowitz on X: https://x.com/bhorowitz Follow Theo Jaffee on X: https://x.com/theojaffee Follow Sofia Puccini on X: https://x.com/schisofrenia Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ITU: Ready to break through your biggest business bottleneck? Apply to work with me 1:1 - https://impacttheory.co/SCALESign up for my AI Masterclass: https://tombilyeu.com/ai-masterclass?utm_campaign=TBS-Livestream&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=socialWelcome back to another episode of The Tom Bilyeu Show with Tom, cohost, Drew & channel moderator, Ryan. The conversation focused on the chaotic state of global affairs and the rapidly changing technological landscape, with deep dives into geopolitical tensions, economic strategies, and the accelerating influence of artificial intelligence. A key theme that emerged was the ongoing crisis in Iran, including escalating military actions, evolving U.S. foreign policy, and the broader implications for global stability and the energy market. The discussion explored the controversial shifts in AI governance, spotlighting Anthropic's regulatory maneuvers and debates about open versus closed AI models, along with the risks of regulatory capture and the impact on innovation.Several points were raised, including the economic consequences of deindustrialization, the rise of collectibles like Pokémon cards as alternative asset classes, and the ideological battles shaping domestic policies. Throughout, the conversation analyzed the underlying value systems driving both global conflict and technological advancement, ultimately emphasizing the importance of clear-sighted leadership and intellectual honesty in navigating an increasingly complex world.Chapters:00:00 Iran's aggressive threats and warnings08:27 Concerns over US manufacturing capabilities12:08 Nuclear threat and defense capabilities18:40 Trump's approach to foreign conflicts24:47 Cultural misunderstandings in the Middle East32:09 Discussing product safety regulations33:14 Challenges for Small Innovators42:37 Challenges of AI model training48:12 AI market dynamics and challenges53:55 Government involvement and economic tension54:51 Debating open source and funding01:04:30 AI fears and international competition01:07:15 AI and Human Future Dynamics01:13:05 US-Israel wartime information sharing01:17:32 Trading cards as an asset class01:22:59 Shonen Jump's target age strategy01:31:22 Investing in education access01:33:42 Importance of Caloric Deficit01:40:12 Critique on Marxist philosophy01:44:46 Critiquing capitalism and its misconceptions01:49:18 Discussing policy similaritiesSponsors: Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodWhatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order.Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.comIncogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact Pique: 20% off at https://piquelife.com/impactNetsuite: For the first time ever you can try NetSuite Next for free. If your revenues are at least in the seven figures, go to https://NetSuite.ai/Theory. Built for every industry. Ready for every boardroom.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Evan Ellis examines Mexico's economy, increasingly integrated into the American market and moving beyond oil into diverse manufacturing sectors. Despite Trump administration objections to the USMCA, the treaty includes provisions requiring a ten-year exit process. Current negotiations reflect tensions over Chinese inputs, automotive tariffs, and labor standards. President Claudia Sheinbaum manages these diplomatic challenges while cooperating with the US on extradition, drug lab seizures, and stemming illegal immigration through Mexican territory. (1)1900 MEXICO

This Flashback Friday is from episode 646 published last March 15, 2016. If you are using microeconomics to plan for your future you may be ready to sell your assets and buy a "Preppers guide to self-sustainability". But, if you take a step back and look at the bigger picture of macroeconomics you will see that it's an amazing time to be alive. Jason's guest Jawad Mian says "the key is to watch the disruption". Manufacturing may be at an all time low but the services provided by Silicon Valley and the tech industry will offset any economic loss with growth, just in different terms. The market always corrects itself just differently than people perceive it to. The future is brighter than you might think.   Mentions: Jason Hartman Hartman Education Stray Reflections Code Red Book Megatrends Book Mauldin Economics Voxer    _______________________________________________________________   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

From rising diesel prices and China's evolving economy to Boeing's continued turnaround and the growing role of AI in logistics, this week's episode of The Buzz, powered by Zebra Technologies, covers the biggest stories shaping global supply chains. Scott Luton is joined by special co-host Blythe Milligan (Everything is Logistics) and featured guest Matt Yearling, CEO of YMX Logistics, for a timely conversation on freight markets, infrastructure, innovation, and what leaders should be paying attention to now. The discussion begins with the latest freight and economic headlines, including diesel price volatility, shifting global trade patterns, China's export performance, and what these trends mean for supply chain professionals. Scott and Blythe also explore Boeing's ongoing recovery and why trust remains one of the industry's most valuable currencies. Later, Matt Yearling joins the show to discuss an often-overlooked area of supply chain operations: the yard. He shares why yard management has become a strategic differentiator, how AI is driving measurable operational improvements, and why successful digital transformation requires more than simply adding new technology. Throughout the conversation, the panel emphasizes practical innovation, operational excellence, and the importance of people in every supply chain. Key Takeaways Diesel prices, freight rates, and geopolitical uncertainty continue to pressure transportation costs. China's manufacturing and export trends are reshaping global trade and nearshoring strategies. Boeing's recovery demonstrates that rebuilding trust takes years—but is essential for long-term success. AI delivers the greatest value through practical, incremental improvements rather than flashy automation. Yard operations remain one of supply chain's biggest untapped opportunities for improving efficiency and reducing costs. Technology succeeds when paired with operational expertise, strong processes, and empowered people. Whether you're navigating freight volatility, evaluating AI investments, or looking for new ways to improve operational performance, this episode delivers practical insights from experienced supply chain leaders. Tune in for thoughtful analysis of today's biggest headlines and actionable ideas you can apply across your own organization. Additional Links & Resources: Connect with Matthew: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewyearling/ Learn more about YMX Logistics: https://ymxlogistics.com Learn more about Zebra: zebra.com/warehouse-vision WTS: https://bit.ly/WTS-19-JULY-2026 U.S. Bank Freight Payment Index: https:bit.ly/scn-us-bank Everything is Logistics: https://everythingislogistics.com Diesel Fuel Prices:  https://on.wsj.com/4wgKItI Chinese Economy:  https://cnn.it/4fkw5hD Boeing Turnaround:  https://cnb.cx/4fkxVix Zebra Technologies:  zebra.com/warehouse-vision The Blockbuster vs. Netflix Era of Yard Logistics: https://ymxlogistics.com/blog/the-blockbuster-vs-netflix-era-of-yard-logistics Latest blog post:  https://bit.ly/Losing-Sales-Due-to-Inventory Upcoming Live Programming:  https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/ Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/ Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/about Learn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.com Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now   Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join   Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVk WEBINAR- Peak Reality Check: What Shippers, Analysts, and AI Models Are Predicting for 2026: https://bit.ly/4aTlsRv WEBINAR- From Volume to Resilience: How Automotive Supply Chains Are Adapting to a New Market Reality: https://bit.ly/4f6SUGA WEBINAR- The Automotive Industry's Next Digital Breakthrough: https://bit.ly/4vhUwT4 WEBINAR- From Disruption to Stability: Building Resilient Logistics Solutions in a Rapidly Changing Global Market: https://bit.ly/3TguZMt This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Blythe Milligan. For additional information, please visit our dedicated episodes page at: https://supplychainnow.com/thebuzz-ai-freight-volatility-hidden-power-yard-operations-1613 The content in this episode, including all audio, videos, visuals, and graphics, is the property of Supply Chain Now and is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, modification, or re-uploading of this content in any form is strictly prohibited without explicit written permission from Supply Chain Now.For licensing inquiries or permissions, please contact us at production@supplychainnow.com© 2026 Supply Chain Now. All rights reserved. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bryan Johnson says he cloned himself as a newborn. What actually happened is stranger and older than the headline. We break down the real science (Yamanaka factors, induced pluripotent stem cells) then follow the thread back through five hundred years of doppelganger folklore, Paracelsus and the alchemical homunculus, blood magic and the Bathory legend, The Island and Never Let Me Go, the Egyptian ka, the Ship of Theseus, and all the way back to Gilgamesh. He didn't invent this story. He just gave it a petri dish and a following.

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Industrial Talk is onsite at Penn State and talking to Kayla Konieczny, Sales and Procurement Specialist at Erie Bronze & Aluminum about "Manufacturing careers". Scott Mackenzie introduces Elevotec, a company offering ERP, EAM, and business intelligence solutions, and highlights the Industrial Talk Podcast's focus on industry innovations and professionals. Kayla Konieczny, from Erie Bronze, discusses her career path from the food and car industries to her current role in procurement and manufacturing. She emphasizes the importance of hands-on experience and the challenges of material sourcing, particularly the volatility of prices for metals like tin and aluminum. Kayla also highlights the need for more women in manufacturing due to their attention to detail and organizational skills. The conversation concludes with a call to support programs like Penn State's METAL program to inspire the next generation of industrial leaders. Outline Introduction to Elevotec and Industrial Talk Podcast Scott Mackenzie introduces Elevotec, highlighting their ERP, EAM, and business intelligence solutions.Elevotec is praised for delivering streamlined processes, real ROI, and over 20 years of expertise.Scott Mackenzie welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing the celebration of industry professionals.The podcast aims to transfer industry-focused innovations and trends while highlighting key individuals. Introduction of Kayla Konieczny and Erie Bronze Scott Mackenzie introduces Kayla Konieczny, who is with Erie Bronze and part of the METAL program at Penn State Erie.Kayla shares her background, mentioning her three-year tenure at Erie Bronze and her role in the program.Kayla discusses her family's generational connection to Erie Bronze and her own career path.Scott Mackenzie and Kayla reminisce about their experiences at Erie Bronze, including pouring aluminum and using specialized equipment. Kayla's Career Journey and Role at Erie Bronze Kayla describes her career journey, moving from the food industry to the car industry and eventually to Erie Bronze.She shares her experience transitioning from a GM at Jimmy John's to an inside sales and procurement specialist at Erie Bronze.Kayla emphasizes her quick learning abilities and fascination with how things are built.Scott Mackenzie and Kayla discuss the importance of hands-on experience in manufacturing. Kayla's Involvement in the METAL Program and AFS Kayla explains her participation in the Metal program at Penn State Erie, which focuses on metallurgical engineering and trade apprenticeship.She highlights the hands-on nature of the program and its benefits for her career development.Kayla mentions her involvement in online courses through the American Foundry Society (AFS) and her focus on aluminum metallurgy and casting.Scott Mackenzie and Kayla discuss the importance of practical experience in manufacturing. Kayla's Role in Procurement and Material Sourcing Kayla describes her responsibilities in sourcing materials and handling logistics at Erie Bronze.She explains the process of weekly alloy pricing and the impact of market fluctuations on material costs.Kayla discusses the challenges of sourcing specific alloys, especially for defense and military projects.Scott Mackenzie and Kayla delve into the dynamics of material procurement, including the role of ingot makers and the impact of energy costs. Challenges and Opportunities in Material Procurement Kayla shares her experiences with material procurement, including the volatility of prices and the need for strategic sourcing.She discusses the importance of understanding market trends and the impact of global events on material availability.Kayla highlights the role of international suppliers and the challenges of managing costs and logistics.Scott Mackenzie and Kayla explore the potential for new sources of supply and the importance of building relationships with suppliers. Kayla's Future Career Goals and Industry Insights Kayla expresses her desire to continue learning and exploring different aspects of manufacturing at Erie Bronze.She emphasizes the importance of mentorship and the support she receives from experienced colleagues.Kayla discusses the need for more women in the manufacturing industry and the unique contributions they bring.Scott Mackenzie and Kayla highlight the importance of inspiring the next generation of industrial leaders and the role of programs like Metal in achieving this goal. Conclusion and Contact Information Scott Mackenzie wraps up the conversation, emphasizing the importance of supporting programs like METAL at Penn State Erie.He encourages listeners to reach out to Kayla for further insights and collaboration.Scott Mackenzie reiterates the importance of storytelling in the industrial sector and the role of Industrial Talk in promoting success.The podcast concludes with a call to action for listeners to support programs that inspire and develop the next generation of industrial professionals. If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation. Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Why You Need To Podcast” for Greater Success in 2026. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy! 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On today's episode of TFB's Behind the Gun Podcast, I'm happy to welcome Earle Pope, founder and owner of Chestnut Mountain Manufacturing, a new company out of Brevard, North Carolina. Earle founded Chestnut Mountain in 2024 with a goal of bringing well-vetted, quality-controlled versions of hard-to-source products to market, starting with their OKP-7 reproduction optic. The OKP-7 is a faithful recreation of the classic Russian-pattern reflex sight, built for real AK-platform rifles and pistols, available in Picatinny and dovetail mount configurations and two reticle options. Today Earle and I talk about how Chestnut Mountain got started, what went into sourcing and vetting the OKP-7, and what the company has in the pipeline next. Chestnut Mountain Manufacturing: https://www.chestnutmountainmfg.com Chestnut Mountain on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChestnutMtnMfg Chestnut Mountain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chestnutmountainmfg/  

Fear never fully goes away, so what if the goal was never to get rid of it? Caressa Bell, a Gulf War veteran, former Fortune 50 executive, and author of Manufactured Fearlessness, joins Laura to reframe fearlessness as something you build, not something you're born with. Drawing on the moment she deployed to war with a newborn at home, Caressa shares how "moving even when you're not ready" became the practice that carried her through a military career, two decades in corporate leadership, and the leap into entrepreneurship. She and Laura dig into leading yourself before you lead others, reading what's really happening "beyond the veil" in a room, and why so many of us are far more ready than we let ourselves believe. A galvanizing conversation for any Black woman standing at the edge of a bold move. In this episode: Why fearlessness is manufactured: how to feel the fear, look back at everything you've already done afraid, and move anyway "Beyond the veil": reading the unspoken dynamics in a room so you can lead and position yourself strategically Why you have to lead yourself first, and how knowing your gifts and triggers is the foundation for leading others   About Caressa Caressa Bell is an Executive Strategist, Leadership & Transformation Coach, Gulf War Veteran, and former Fortune 50 Executive with more than 30 years of leadership experience spanning military service, corporate transformation, and entrepreneurship. Throughout her career, she has led billion-dollar portfolios, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, and teams of more than 200 professionals. Today, through her work, speaking, and upcoming book Manufactured Fearlessness: Own Your Leadership, Own the Room, she helps leaders build the courage, clarity, and confidence to Lead Yourself. Lead Others. Leave a Legacy. Connect with Caressa Join the waitlist for Caressa Bell's upcoming book, Manufactured Fearlessness: Own Your Leadership, Own the Room, and be the first to receive launch updates, exclusive content, and release announcements: https://www.iamcaressabell.com/manufactured-fearlessness Website: http://www.iamcaressabell.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caressabell/  Instagram: @claritywithcaressa   BWL Resources: Now enrolling for both the August sessions of the Early Career and Mid-Career programs.  Learn more at https://blackwomanleading.com/programs-overview/ Join us at the 2027 Black Woman Leading LIVE! Conference & Retreat.  June 1-4, 2027, Clearwater Beach, FL.  Save your seat at www.BWLretreat.com Full podcast episodes are now on Youtube.  Subscribe to the BWL channel today! Check out the BWL theme song here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l68EqEJjXq0  Check out the BWL line dance tutorial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eui89AmJwUg  Download the free Black Woman Leading Career Reset Kit - https://blackwomanleading.com/career-reset-kit/   Credits: Learn about all Black Woman Leading® programs, resources, and events at www.blackwomanleading.com Learn more about our consulting work with organizations at https://knightsconsultinggroup.com/ Email Laura: info@knightsconsultinggroup.com  Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauraeknights/  Follow BWL on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/blackwomanleading  Instagram: @blackwomanleading Facebook: @blackwomanleading Youtube: @blackwomanleading  Podcast Music & Production: Marshall Knights - https://marshallknights.com/  Graphics: Dara Adams Listen and follow the podcast on all major platforms: Apple Podcasts  Spotify Stitcher iHeartRadio Audible Podbay  

Travis Kalanick, Ben Horowitz, and Erik Torenberg reunite to reflect on Uber's early days, the investment that almost happened, and why Kalanick believes the next great technology opportunity lies beyond software. They discuss the lessons of building Uber, the value of founder-led companies, and why Kalanick spent nearly eight years quietly building Atoms before stepping back into the spotlight. The conversation explores industrial AI, robotics, autonomy, mining, food production, and Kalanick's vision for digitizing the physical world, where software, manufacturing, real estate, and transportation come together to transform entire industries.   Resources: Follow Travis Kalanick on X: https://x.com/travisk Follow Ben Horowitz on X: https://x.com/bhorowitz Stay Updated:Find a16z on YouTube: YouTubeFind a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Show on SpotifyListen to the a16z Show on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What if AI could understand the physical world as well as it understands text?In this episode of The Liftoff, Keith sits down with Paul Powers, CEO & Co-Founder of Physna, to explore why the next wave of AI won't just generate content—it will understand objects, manufacturing, engineering, and supply chains.Paul explains how Physna's "Physical DNA" technology enables AI to understand 3D objects, helping companies dramatically improve product design, procurement, robotics, digital twins, and manufacturing intelligence. The conversation also covers reshoring manufacturing, AI infrastructure, startup timing, and why physical AI could become one of the biggest technology shifts of the decade. In this episode:What Physical AI actually meansHow Physna teaches computers to understand 3D objectsWhy AI struggles with the physical world todaySaving manufacturers hundreds of millions of dollarsDigital twins, robotics & engineering AIThe future of manufacturing and reshoringAI, 3D printing & security challengesStartup lessons from building deep-tech companiesWhy timing matters more than most founders realizeIf you enjoy conversations about AI, startups, innovation, deep technology, and entrepreneurship, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share.Sponsor Info: We are strategic business advisors with decades of leadership experience and a proven track record of driving businesses' growth. We specialize in creating custom-tailored strategies to introduce your company, drive growth, build leadership teams, and ensure companies implement appropriate compensation programs. Our mission is to utilize our expansive network to benefit your company https://www.compass-strategic-advisors.com/Connect with Trip Hawkins: Website: https://www.ea.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/triphawkins/ Subscribe for more founder insights and hit the bell for notifications! Follow us on our channels for exclusive startup content and behind-the-scenes insights from interviews like this one. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3cFpLXfYvcUsxvsT9MwyAD?si=f5a14e779777487d Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/liftoff-with-keith-newman/id1560219589 Substack: https://keithnewman.substack.com/ Newman Media Studios: https://newmanmediastudios.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/liftoffwithkeithWebsite: https://liftoffwithkeith.com/If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Like, Subscribe and Share.#AI #ArtificialIntelligence #PhysicalAI #Physna #PaulPowers #Manufacturing #Engineering #Robotics #DigitalTwins #SupplyChain #Innovation #DeepTech #Startup #Entrepreneurship #TheLiftoff

When Andrew Blackmon couldn't find a rental tuxedo that actually fit, he didn't just start a company—he rebuilt the entire formalwear supply chain from scratch, turning a strip-mall industry into a nine-figure business with seven flagship stores and showrooms in more than 40 Nordstrom locations. For more on The Black Tux and show notes click here Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

The so called experts said President Trump's tariffs would send prices soaring. They were wrong. Again. The latest Consumer Price Index numbers didn't just come in lower than expected. They came in four times better than economists predicted, with prices actually falling in key areas of the economy. Let that sink in. Prices are going down, not up. The fear campaign has officially collapsed. For months, the media, Wall Street, and the political class promised Americans that tariffs would spark runaway inflation. Instead, we've got the exact opposite. Inflation continues to cool, proving what many of us have been saying all along. Tariffs are not being passed on to consumers the way the critics claimed. America is collecting billions in tariff revenue while families are getting relief. This is what an America First economy looks like. President Trump is putting this economy on a rocket ship. Manufacturing is returning. Investment is pouring back into the United States. Jobs are growing. Confidence is rising. And now inflation is moving in the right direction. The best part? We're only getting started. The One Big Beautiful Bill continues to take effect, you'll see more investment, more growth, lower taxes, and an economy that rewards American workers instead of shipping jobs overseas. The doomsday predictions have failed. The facts are undeniable. President Trump's economic agenda is working, and America is proving once again that when we put our own citizens first, prosperity follows. Sponsors The Maverick Systemhttps://TheMaverickSystem.com Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/Grant The Wellness Companyhttps://TWC.Health/GrantPromo Code: GRANT for 10% off Lost Soldier Oil & Gashttps://LostSoldier.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Oral and IV Glutathione Never Actually Reach Your Cells (The Delivery Breakthrough Changing Everything) Most of the supplements you're taking aren't failing you, they're failing to ever reach the cells that need them, and almost nobody selling them wants you to know that. This episode hands you the delivery breakthrough that actually gets it there. Use code DAVE for a discount at aurowellness.com/dave Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Nayan Patel, a pharmacist, researcher, and founder of Auro Wellness, whose work centers on solving one of biohacking's most stubborn problems: getting nutrients past the bloodstream and into the cells that actually need them. He holds 14 patents in delivery technology, partners in the high-end longevity clinic Unlimited Life, and has spent over two decades studying glutathione, the master antioxidant his own research helped bring into modern biohacking. Dave and Dr. Patel break down a 2011 University of Texas study showing that oral and liposomal glutathione are completely broken down into raw amino acids before absorption, meaning none of it reaches the bloodstream as glutathione, a pattern that holds true even for IV administration. They dig into new brain-imaging research showing topical glutathione crossing into neural tissue within 20 minutes, why senescent "zombie cells" may be directly tied to glutathione shortfalls, and why NAD, despite its reputation as the ultimate longevity molecule, is actually dependent on glutathione to do its job. They also cover the real purity ceiling on GHK-copper peptides, safe upper limits for glycine and NAC before they start working against you, a topical alcohol protocol that clears acetaldehyde without triggering a breathalyzer, and why oxidative stress from GLP-1 use is quietly driving one of the drug class's least-discussed side effects. You'll Learn: Why oral, liposomal, and even IV glutathione never actually reach your cells intact, and what a 2011 UT study proved about it How topical glutathione was shown to cross into brain tissue within 20 minutes, and what that means for neurological aging Why senescent "zombie cells" may be directly linked to glutathione shortfalls, and how one longevity clinic reversed markers by 70% in a year Why NAD isn't the "ultimate longevity drug" it's marketed as, and its actual dependent relationship with glutathione The real purity ceiling on GHK-copper peptides, and why 73% is currently the best available anywhere Safe upper limits for glycine and NAC, and the oxalate crystal and Parkinson's-like risks of overdoing either one A topical alcohol protocol that clears acetaldehyde fast enough to beat a breathalyzer Why GLP-1 drugs are quietly driving oxidative stress, and what most patients are missing to counter it Thank you to our sponsors! - PredictiveMind™ | Get your Brain Pattern Mapping report at predictivemind.io/dave and use code DAVE for 10% off. - OneSkin | Get 15% off OneSkin with the code DAVE at https://www.oneskin.co/DAVE #oneskinpod - Caldera + Lab | A small habit with big results. Go to CalderaLab.com/DAVE and use code DAVE for 20% off your first order. - Fatty15 is on a mission to support Healthy Aging for All, including all ages and stages of life. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com and using code DAVE at checkout Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights inhealth, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: glutathione, Nayan Patel, Ora Wellness, glutathione absorption, transdermal delivery, senescent cells, zombie cells, cellular aging, GHK-copper peptide, NAD, NAD supplements, NAC, glycine, GlyNAC, oxalate crystals, alcohol metabolism, acetaldehyde, GLP-1, semaglutide, oxidative stress, heavy metal detox, mercury toxicity, BPC-157, biohacking, longevity, functional medicine Resources: • Get A Discount On Auro Wellness Products - Use code DAVE: aurowellness.com/dave • Learn More About Dr. Patel's work at: http://aurowellness.com/dave• Get My 2026 Clean Nicotine Roadmap | Enroll for free at https://daveasprey.com/2026-clean-nicotine-roadmap/ • Dave Asprey's Latest News | Go to https://daveasprey.com/ to join Inside Track today. • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/davetube • My Daily Supplements: SuppGrade Labs (15% Off) • Favorite Blue Light Blocking Glasses: TrueDark (15% Off) • Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Join My Substack (Live Access To Podcast Recordings): https://substack.daveasprey.com/ • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Trailer 00:43 – Episode Intro 03:16 – Glutathione Basics 07:34 – Senescent Cells 11:07 – Cellular Delivery Science 14:20 – GlyNAC Precursors 21:37 – Amino Acid Ratios 25:18 – GHK Copper Peptide 28:41 – Purity & Manufacturing 31:34 – Glutathione vs. NAD 33:49 – Absorption Studies 37:51 – Heavy Metals & Toxins 42:35 – Alcohol & Glutathione 47:43 – Mortality & Reincarnation 49:54 – GLP-1s & Anhedonia 53:25 – Future of Peptides See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.