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An Acrobat® Solution in a PE World
Since the Acrobat machine line was launched for polypropylene (PP) pipe, it was quickly recognized as a tool that could be very useful on polyethylene (PE) pipe installations. Because PP jobs are typically indoor installations in very tight working environments, the Acrobat was designed with a small footprint and it is extremely lightweight compared to…
Get Your Fix: Assembling a Strong Service Provider Network
Finding a service provider is never easy. Facilities need someone who will be a partner, will be on site when needed and won’t create any additional headaches. Vixxo not only works with top-class service providers but has assembled a quality service provider network in cities all over North America. Assembling that network requires a lot…
The Benefits of Skilled Tradespeople in a Digital-First World
Greg Crumpton lives by a simple mantra: Relationships drive business. Each week on Straight Outta Crumpton, Crumpton dives into the lost art of networking and speaks with the biggest influencers in business services to learn how they build, nurture and value their professional relationships. Straight Outta Crumpton brings the voices from various industries to talk about…
On a Roll: A Look at Company Culture at Worthen Industries
Worthen Industries’ mission is to be an innovative partner to their family, produce endless solutions, enduring sustainability, go above and beyond in customer service, and ensure employee wellness and safety. And family is an essential value for Worthen because, in their culture, employees are family. Just ask Barbara Strickland, retired Product Development Manager from Worthen…
Building Better Data and Analytics in the Evolving Construction Industry
From drones and bleeding-edge technology to the end-to-end processes that drive efficiency, modern construction is undergoing a renaissance. Host Shaun MacIntosh talks with the top leaders in construction and provides unmatched insights into the industry that quite literally built the world around us. The construction industry is adopting technology to work smarter, not harder. On Track.Map.Measure. delivers…
Concrete Innovations at Compass Datacenters
Nancy Novak, Chief Innovation Officer, Compass Datacenters is a firm believer that innovation comes in different forms, and she knows it’s people, processes and systems that drive innovations. Those three key focuses drive Novak’s work at Compass Datacenters, and she opened up to host Raymond Hawkins about some of the exciting innovations happening at Compass….
How Will Construction Firms Build on a Rough 2020?
Most employees found themselves working remotely since the beginning of the pandemic. However, that hasn’t been the case for those in the construction industry, as their work hinges on the physical work they do on a day-to-day basis. How have construction companies managed so far, and what can they expect for 2021 and beyond? Daniel…
Artificial Intelligence Challenge: These are the finalists for the 2021 KUKA Innovation Award
Innovations centered on the megatrend of artificial intelligence (AI): the finalists for the 2021 KUKA Innovation Award have been selected. Five teams convinced the international jury with their robotics concepts on the topic of AI. A monetary prize of 20,000 euro awaits the winner. AI is becoming increasingly important for industry – and the combination…
Orange Intelligenz: What Is Robotics Accuracy?
The world of robotics is exciting, with new applications emerging. One critical factor in robotic applications is accuracy, which can be misinterpreted in the field. To dive into the topic, host Tyler Kern welcomed KUKA Robotics Senior Staff Engineer Houssaine Waled. Kicking off the conversation, Waled defined robotic accuracy. “It’s the ability of a…
Using AI to Level the Playing Field between Homeowners and Service Providers
Navigating the infrastructure, land and relationships in construction. Host Adam Morrisey interviews global leaders in the built environment exploring the people, ideas and innovations guiding the construction and civil engineering industries into the future. Can data revolutionize how homeowners manage and maintain their property? The new age of smart homes is here, and Dirt Work is getting to…
Down to Earth, a Surveyor Reality-TV Style Series, Premieres the Challenges of Surveying the Great Pit in Falun, Sweden
Rome, NY- “Down to Earth,” a surveying reality series that shows how real surveyors collect data and turn it into real deliverables, despite challenging conditions, rugged terrain and possible dangers, is set to premiere 3 new episodes Wednesday, February 17, 2021. Viewers can register to watch at either 9am ET or 6pm ET at the…
Getting Down to the Basics of Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
Power over Ethernet, or PoE, is a powerful solution for running power to multiple devices through an Ethernet port instead of an electrical outlet. To familiarize end users with the basics to maximize their PoE, “What About Power Over Ethernet” brought in the big guns. Jim Toepper, Director of Products and Marketing for EtherWan, knows…
Orange Intelligenz: Robotics in The Entertainment and Theme Park Industries
In a departure of sorts for Orange Intelligenz, the spotlight on robotics shifted from manufacturing processes to the world of entertainment. From the motion picture industry to themed attractions, KUKA Robotics now stars in a new role, helping these markets make fantasy a reality and bringing joy to the masses. Mike Beaupre, Sales Director…
Beyond the Concept: What Will 2021 Bring For Automation?
2020 – perhaps the less said, the better. It was a difficult year for many people on both a personal and professional level. Yet, automation continued to grow despite the pandemic. And, now that the outlook is looking better for 2021, many companies who may have rued not implementing more automation before the pandemic…
Space to Grow: What Does Space Sustainability Really Mean?
On this new podcast, Astroscale’s Chris Blackerby and Charity Weeden bring their compelling experience and expertise to map out the technology, international policy, and scalability that will define the next generation of space exploration. Looking up to the skies once presented a world completely unknown, but we now know what lies beyond this planet….
Elevating the Last Mile of the Supply Chain to Support COVID Vaccinations
The rollout of multiple COVID-19 vaccinations, particularly those that require elevated cold storage ability to remain viable on their way to the person who eventually receives them, has put tremendous strain on the American supply chain. In particular, last-mile delivery is fraught with obstacles. Fortunately, there are tools and solutions ready to answer the…
Digital Threshold Live: Data and Simulation Are Rebuilding the World
Bilal Zuberi, Partner at Lux Capital, has heard a lot of ideas. What separates him from most is how quickly he’s able to separate the truly great and innovative ideas from those trailing a step behind the true leaders. Zuberi said people are always asking him what’s next, and the answer is that, while he’s…
Advanced Automation: Enter the World of Simulations and VR in Robotics
The place: Webster, New York, home of Calvary Robotics and Christopher Grieve, Manager Simulations/VR, Lead Technical Artist, Sales & Marketing, at Calvary. While Grieve grew up in Webster, he’s felt fortunate to call Calvary Robotics his home for the past six years, where he runs the virtual reality and simulation department. Grieve gave host…
Roboticist Chronicles: The Future of Robotics in a Post-Pandemic World
Because they deal primarily with physical products, anyone in manufacturing knows that the industry as a whole has taken a hit from the effects of the pandemic. “But COVID isn’t the only crisis that has occurred in the robotics industry,” revealed Robert Little, Founder and CEO of ATI. “What people are not familiar with…
How Vidir Got to Vertical Storage and Inventory Management
How did a family company making storage solutions out of necessity grow to become a trusted leader in vertical storage and inventory management solutions? For answers, Vertical with Vidir went straight to the source. Ernest Rempel, CEO, and Peter Dueck, Co-Owner of Vidir, spoke about its evolution and growth during the past 35 years. Dueck’s…
Setting Yourself Up for Control Valve Success
Cla-Val features leading experts in automatic control valves and flow control solutions – so they know the steps users should deploy to set themselves up for success. The biggest pitfalls can generally be avoided by something as simple as clear communication, said Jake Corzine, Western Regional Sales Manager for Cla-Val. “When I’m talking to…
Nissan Hopes Spending Big on Tech Will Reverse Slide
(Bloomberg) — After two years of faltering sales and fallout from the 2018 arrest of ex-chairman Carlos Ghosn, Nissan Motor Co.’s newly installed management are at another crossroads: how to get Japan’s second-largest automaker out of a rut and beyond the shadow of the disgraced executive who drove its strategy for decades. It’s a tall…
Women in Skilled Trades are Driving a Tradesperson Renaissance
Greg Crumpton lives by a simple mantra: Relationships drive business. Each week on Straight Outta Crumpton, Crumpton dives into the lost art of networking and speaks with the biggest influencers in business services to learn how they build, nurture and value their professional relationships. Skilled trades certainly don’t get the respect or attention they deserve. In…
Drones are Making a Big Impact on Solar Project Surveying
From drones and bleeding-edge technology to the end-to-end processes that drive efficiency, modern construction is undergoing a renaissance. Host Shaun MacIntosh talks with the top leaders in construction and provides unmatched insights into the industry that quite literally built the world around us. Drones are revolutionizing surveying, enabling faster, less costly topographic data than ever before….
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