Collaboration in Solving Manufacturing Problems and Improving Efficiency with Josh Diaz
Release Date: 07/24/2024
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In this episode of Tech Talk with R&E Automated, host Jordan Dieterle interviews Josh Diaz from Wauseon Machine.
They discuss the role of automation in solving manufacturing problems and improving efficiency. Josh emphasizes the importance of collaboration and partnership in the automation industry. He shares success stories of implementing automation solutions for customers and highlights the benefits of automation, such as relieving headcount, enhancing safety, and increasing productivity.
They also discuss the future of automation, including the growth of collaborative robots and the integration of intelligent software. Josh offers advice for professionals and businesses considering automation, encouraging them to seek out resources and not to solve problems alone.
Takeaways
Automation is a collaborative effort that involves partnering with customers and technology vendors to solve manufacturing problems.
Automation can relieve headcount, enhance safety, and increase productivity in manufacturing processes.
The future of automation includes the growth of collaborative robots and the integration of intelligent software.
Professionals and businesses considering automation should seek out resources, such as professional conferences and societies, and not hesitate to ask for help.
Young professionals interested in automation should explore educational resources, attend industry events, and connect with professionals in the field.
Titles
Collaboration and Partnership in the Automation Industry
Advice for Professionals and Businesses Considering Automation
Sound Bites
"We're all in this big ecosystem trying to help American industry do more with less, produce faster, better quality, safer for the customers that we deal with."
"Automation is about giving people a much longer lever to move the weight as opposed to trying to move it by hand."
"Every single one of those [projects] is a win to say, hey, we solved the problem. We either helped relieve that pressure of headcount or we allowed this company to launch that new product line with our piece of capital equipment."
Keywords
automation, manufacturing, collaboration, partnership, efficiency, success stories, benefits, safety, productivity, future, advice