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Maintenance Mindset: Why oil analysis fails for most — but automation can change that
Maintenance Mindset

Maintenance Mindset: Why oil analysis fails for most — but automation can change that

The shift towards automation and AI in oil analysis is already happening, and will move much of this work out of the lab and back onsite.
Podcast: Cutting-edge, must-see tech — From eyewear-free 3D tablets to Wi-Fi-enabled clothing
Technology

Podcast: Cutting-edge, must-see tech — From eyewear-free 3D tablets to Wi-Fi-enabled clothing

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Laura Davis examines the latest technological breakthroughs reshaping our world.
Podcast: What’s next for manufacturing? Key tech and trends to watch in 2025
Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast

Podcast: What’s next for manufacturing? Key tech and trends to watch in 2025

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, our editors share their predictions for the hottest trends in 2025.
Podcast: Which manufacturing technologies are really worth the money? 
Technology

Podcast: Which manufacturing technologies are really worth the money? 

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Ryan Martin and Paul Miller explore how modern manufacturing systems can provide huge benefits without huge costs. ...
How system integrators are helping maintenance teams overcome a widening skills gap
Network Infrastructure

How system integrators are helping maintenance teams overcome a widening skills gap

Industry's focus on extracting value from data is forcing operations to get their systems in order, and three CSIA-member integrators weigh in on what they're doing to support...
Podcast: The ins and outs of machine vision — Unlocking new opportunities in manufacturing
Smart Manufacturing

Podcast: The ins and outs of machine vision — Unlocking new opportunities in manufacturing

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, explore machine vision and its four core categories, its lighting techniques, and how its transforming industrial processes...
Podcast: Preparing for 2025 — What’s next for the manufacturing industry?
Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast

Podcast: Preparing for 2025 — What’s next for the manufacturing industry?

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Aaron Merkin from Fluke Reliability says a continued focus on digital transformation is in the forecast.
Maintenance Mindset: How maintenance automation is reducing manual work on the plant floor
Maintenance Mindset

Maintenance Mindset: How maintenance automation is reducing manual work on the plant floor

Ai may be at the peak of its hype cycle, but it is also being combined with mature condition monitoring technology to reduce manual rounds (and help cover unfilled positions on...
Enhancing reliability with smart sensors and devices
Smart Manufacturing

Enhancing reliability with smart sensors and devices

Sheila Kennedy says optimize maintenance timing and performance with intelligent technologies.
Maintenance Mindset: What separates successful digital transformation projects from the rest?
Maintenance Mindset

Maintenance Mindset: What separates successful digital transformation projects from the rest?

This week, the PS team learns that digital projects succeed when the C-suite and IT take equal ownership.
Podcast: Possible vs practical — Balancing ambition and realism on your digital transformation journey
Digitalization

Podcast: Possible vs practical — Balancing ambition and realism on your digital transformation journey

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Jeff Winter explains why it’s important to dream big while still staying grounded as you implement Industry 4.0 principles...
Podcast: The future of workplace safety — Integrating advanced technology in EHS
Industrial Safety

Podcast: The future of workplace safety — Integrating advanced technology in EHS

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Ryan Magee from Cority explores how EHS professionals are leveraging new technologies to make workplaces safer.
Podcast: Navigating the AI revolution — Key trends impacting the manufacturing industry
Artificial Intelligence

Podcast: Navigating the AI revolution — Key trends impacting the manufacturing industry

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Andrew Burton from IFS shares his thoughts on the impact AI is having on manufacturing processes and practices.
Podcast: Why AI is a must-have for manufacturers, plus practical use cases
Artificial Intelligence

Podcast: Why AI is a must-have for manufacturers, plus practical use cases

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Andrew Halonen from Amatrium explains how AI can solve real problems in manufacturing.
The many facets of PdM: Analyst examines how technologies are helping users improve PdM models
Predictive Maintenance

The many facets of PdM: Analyst examines how technologies are helping users improve PdM models

How end-users are leveraging AI and ML to achieve prescriptive maintenance and address the skills gap.
Podcast: Exosuits in action — Enhancing safety and productivity for manufacturing workers
Industrial Safety

Podcast: Exosuits in action — Enhancing safety and productivity for manufacturing workers

In this episode of Great Question: A Manufacturing Podcast, Mark Harris from HeroWear explores how exosuits impact worker well-being and retention.