On this podcast, Marco Chacin, Lead Engineer at Airbus, joins the show to discuss the role of robotics in aerospace manufacturing and the future of AI integration.

Key Takeaways:

(03:06) Significant global shifts in robotics innovation over the past two decades.

(04:15) The division between physically capable robots and intelligent systems.

(05:28) Prediction of the convergence of robotics and AI technologies.

(06:10) A typical day in aerospace manufacturing and its complexities.

(08:58) Challenges in automating aerospace manufacturing due to size and precision.

(10:10) Additional challenges in precision and operation speed in robotics.

(15:36) Logistics as a potential area for effective robotic automation.

(19:18) Current state and future of AI in robotics, focusing on industrial applications.

(28:22) Marco's vision for the future of factories, blending human skills and robotic automation.

Resources Mentioned:

Marco Chacin -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mchacin/

Airbus | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/airbusgroup/

Airbus | Website -

https://www.airbus.com/en

Boston Dynamics -

https://bostondynamics.com/

Agile Robotics -

https://www.agile-robots.com/en/

ChatGPT -

https://openai.com/chatgpt/

Honda Robotics -

https://global.honda/en/robotics/

Google Home -

https://home.google.com/welcome/

Amazon Alexa -

https://alexa.amazon.com/

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#Operations #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation

On this episode, Jonas Meisinger, Head of Quality and Environmental Management, Production Development and Plant Management at RINGSPANN GmbH, discusses manufacturing, quality management and the transformative power of digitalization within RINGSPANN.

Key Takeaways:

(02:31) Jonas' passion for data-driven problem-solving in manufacturing.

(03:31) Jonas' rise from apprentice to leadership within RINGSPANN.

(04:22) Key RINGSPANN milestones: SAP introduction, facility expansions and global growth.

(06:21) Modernization and standardization challenges at RINGSPANN's German site.

(08:14) Implementing a shop floor management project to target efficiency and process transparency.

(09:55) Addressing change management in shop floor project implementation.

(11:12) Enhancing productivity with digital control and real-time data at RINGSPANN.

(13:35) Success with a standardized continuous improvement process initiated in 2020.

(15:56) Use of an analog whiteboard for continuous improvement feedback.

(17:11) Quality management through automation, data analysis and continuous improvement.

(18:54) Future vision for RINGSPANN: innovation, sustainability and data-driven operations.

Resources Mentioned:

Jonas Meisinger -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonas-meisinger/

RINGSPANN GmbH | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ringspanngmbh/

RINGSPANN GmbH | Website -

https://www.ringspann.com/en

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#Operations #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation

On this episode, Mathias Johansson, Chief Information Officer of Alleima, discusses manufacturing complexities, talent acquisition and retention, and the significant impact of technology integration in modernizing operations and fostering innovation in manufacturing.

Key Takeaways:

(02:22) Alleima's role in advanced materials and its integrated value chain.

(03:09) Mathias' lifelong connection with manufacturing and ERP systems.

(03:51) Critical challenges in manufacturing: talent acquisition and technological complexity.

(04:48) Talent retention issues and the concept of the "silver tsunami."

(05:13) The complexity of integrating diverse manufacturing technologies.

(06:22) Addressing the talent gap and technological integration as key challenges.

(08:01) Lowering entry barriers for new engineers through digitalization.

(09:10) The need for companies to adapt to changing workforce expectations.

(10:11) Implementing digital twins and gamification in training.

(11:10) The potential for remote training and flexible work environments in manufacturing.

(12:23) The balance between attracting talent and automating processes.

(14:29) The increasing complexity in manufacturing due to new technologies.

(17:12) Process integrity is key to addressing manufacturing complexity.

(23:17) A vision for future factories with integrated data and automation advancements.

Resources Mentioned:

Mathias Johansson -

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathias-johansson-b740414/

Alleima | LinkedIn -

https://www.linkedin.com/company/alleima/

Alleima | Website -

https://www.alleima.com/

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#Operations #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation