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Welcome to SparkTalk, on each episode we'll be sharing tips and news on everything regarding pipe welding, robotics, AI and Prefabrication.

After Hours Shop Talk - The Dynamics of a Successful Fab Shop 10/07/2024

After Hours Shop Talk - The Dynamics of a Successful Fab Shop Welcome to another episode of where we discuss welding automation and the fabrication industry. This is a special After Hours Shop Talk episode of SparkTalk featuring, Matt Yarmuch and our very own Ringo Gonzalez. As president of MattCo Engineering Solutions, Matt Yarmuch provides project services to the energy, fabrication, and construction industries. This is a fun conversation between Matt and Ringo taking place in Novarc's shop, after work hours and over a couple of beers. Not only is this a fun convo it's also very informative. Here is what they cover: The keys to an optimized shop flow The importance of pipe fit-up and prep work Integrating new tech on the shop floor and how shop culture fits into the equation Attracting new people into the trades Enjoy the conversation! /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/33382427

Tech Innovation in the Welding Industry 08/14/2024

Tech Innovation in the Welding Industry Welcome to another episode of SparkTalk where we discuss welding automation and the fabrication industry. Today's guest is Jackie Nolan, Senior Sales Engineer at Novarc Technologies. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of Dayton and has 8 years of experience working in the field with Lincoln Electric. This is a fascinating conversation about advancements and innovations in welding technology. We dive into topics like the history of welding, TIG technology innovation, opportunities & growth in welding, and new generations getting into manufacturing. Enjoy the episode! /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/32580887

The Current State of Welding Robotics 06/17/2024

The Current State of Welding Robotics Welcome to another episode of SparkTalk where we discuss welding automation and the fabrication industry. In this special episode our CEO Soroush Karimzadeh sits down with a true leader in the robotics space, Stuart Shepherd. He is the founder/CEO of Shepherd Solutions (an automation business consulting firm). Stu’s career spans more than 40 years in automation, including roles at General Motors, FANUC Robotics, KUKA Robotics, Güdel AG, and Universal Robots. In this conversation Stu and Soroush discuss: The current state and trends in robotics How the US and Canada compare to other countries in terms of advancement How to make manufacturing cool again for young people The need for welding automation The Impact of AI in welding in the next 5 years How automation will impact the workforce Enjoy the episode. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/31793592

Embracing the past and moving towards the future of welding 05/23/2024

Embracing the past and moving towards the future of welding Welcome to another episode of SparkTalk where we discuss welding automation and the fabrication industry. This is a special Shop Talk format of the the show where Ringo Gonzalez, Director of Welding Innovations at Novarc Technologies and Matt Yarmuch, President of MattCo Engineering Solutions sit down in the shop after work hours over some beers. This wide ranging conversation is all about welding. If you are a shop or welding enthusiast this episode is for you. They go over the following topics: Core fundamentals of welding technology Paying homage to old welding machines How to embrace the past in the age of automation Ringo's experience Novarc where customers that have had success embraced technology Welding Safety Shop culture and resistance to change, does automation take people's jobs? What welding jobs will look like in the future Negative image of welding is shifting - The future of welding is here Enjoy the conversation! /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/31435837

A Deep Dive into the Australian Manufacturing and Fabrication Market 04/09/2024

A Deep Dive into the Australian Manufacturing and Fabrication Market Welcome to another episode of Sparktalk where we discuss welding automation and the fabrication industry. Today our guest is Brad Walsh. Brad is the Senior Account Executive for Novarc Technologies in the Australia and New Zealand region. In this conversation, we take a deep dive into the Australian market. We talk about how the Aussie market differs from other major markets in the world, new emerging industries and how manufacturing and fabrication companies are staying ahead of the curve to stay competitive /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/30755803

Smart Money: How to Fund Your Manufacturing and Fabrication Masterplan 03/19/2024

Smart Money: How to Fund Your Manufacturing and Fabrication Masterplan Welcome to SparkTalk, where we will share insights, tips, and news on robotic welding, AI, and prefabrication. This is a very special episode, a conversation between David Gagnon, VP of Strategy and Sales Operations at Mitsubishi HC Capital, Arash Nejad Chief Revenue Officer at Novarc Technologies, and Haley Grewal Chief Financial Officer at Novarc Technologies. Think of this as a crash course in financing for manufacturing and fabrication. These gentlemen get into the details regarding how to grow your business while measuring the risk vs reward with financing. They break down capital expenditure (CapEx) and operations expenses (OpEx) and how they relate to funding everything within the shop including machinery. If you are looking for short-term or long-term wins for your business you will find this episode very educational. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/30445003

The Impact of Automation in Manufacturing 02/14/2024

The Impact of Automation in Manufacturing Welcome to SparkTalk, where we will share insights, tips, and news on robotic welding, AI, and prefabrication. In this conversation, we welcome Jake Hall. Jake Hall is an influencer in the manufacturing space. He's recognized as a LinkedIn Top Manufacturing Voice and has a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to automation and skilled trades in manufacturing and industrial sectors. This episode is about emerging technology in manufacturing and the positive impact automation has on businesses, workers, and the industry as a whole. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/29943803

The Modern Day Welder - Safety, Skills and Technology 12/29/2023

The Modern Day Welder - Safety, Skills and Technology Welcome to SparkTalk, where we will share insights, tips, and news on robotic welding, AI, and prefabrication. In this conversation, we welcome Todd Scheerer, Welding Technologist at Novarc Technologies. This episode is all about the welder. We take a deep dive into welder safety, welding skills and attributes, and entering the workforce with the emergence of technology. If you want to take a look at what the modern-day and future welder looks like, you don't want to miss out on this conversation. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/29273438

Fireside Chat With Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors 11/28/2023

Fireside Chat With Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors Welcome to SparkTalk, where we will share insights, tips and news on robotic welding, AI and prefabrication. This is a very special episode, originally recorded as a webinar. In this Fireside Chat we welcome Corey Hagerty, Shop Foreman at Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors. This episode is all about unlocking fabrication success inside and outside the shop. Inside the shop, we go over topics like shop workflow, people, and processes. And, outside the shop we discuss, emerging within competitive markets and technology adoption. We also discuss how Corey is utilizing the Spool Welding Robot and how this piece of technology has transformed his operations. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/28828788

Understanding Software for the Mechanical Engineering and Construction Industry 08/03/2023

Understanding Software for the Mechanical Engineering and Construction Industry Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and Prefabrication on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Steve Whitmer, VDC Manager, at ACCO Engineered Systems. We get into the details and discuss how mechanical engineering and construction companies use software to ensure largescale projects run smoothly. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/27651207

Improving Shop Flow and The Welding Process 06/22/2023

Improving Shop Flow and The Welding Process Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and Prefabrication on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Joel Armstrong, Product Manager, Spool Welding Robot at Novarc Technologies. Joel has over 20 years of experience in the welding and fabrication industry as a Fabrication Supervisor, Welding Engineer, Project Manager, and Sales Engineer. In this episode we discus the 4 critical steps to improving a shop's workflow and how to optimize the welding process. Enjoy the episode! /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/27237417

The AI Industrial Revolution - Software Development and Advancements in Welding 05/10/2023

The AI Industrial Revolution - Software Development and Advancements in Welding Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Peter Yap, VP of Software for Novarc Technologies. Peter has over two decades of experience in software and artificial intelligence across multiple industries. He has built and managed multiple software teams globally on high profile multi-million dollar projects. In this episode we go over how software development has advanced in the world of welding and the impact it will have on manufacturing, welding and the fabrication industry in the future. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/26802942

Fireside Chat With Harder Mechanical Contractors 04/05/2023

Fireside Chat With Harder Mechanical Contractors Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Mark Nastari - Corporate Quality Director at Harder Mechanical and Melissa Bayanzadeh, Marketing Director at Novarc Technologies - This conversation was originally conducted as a webinar. In this episode Mark discusses the opportunities around pipe fabrication in America and the importance of safety, productivity and quality for pipe welding in a fabrication shop. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/26456163

Application of AI in Weld Defect Detection 03/01/2023

Application of AI in Weld Defect Detection Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Mahyar Asadi - VP of Innovation at Novarc Technologies - to talk about the application AI in weld defect detection, the future of welding accuracy and the impact this has on industry. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/26096043

AI in Welding and NovEye - Past, Present and Future 09/28/2022

AI in Welding and NovEye - Past, Present and Future Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Amin Ghasemazar - Novarc Technologies Product Manager - to talk about AI in welding and NovEye. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/24521328

Improving Pipe Welding with AI 07/26/2022

Improving Pipe Welding with AI Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Roger Balakrishnan - Novarc Technologies Software Engineer - to talk about improving pipe welding with AI. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/23864529

Fire side chat with Nate Bowman, the weld scientist. 06/10/2022

Fire side chat with Nate Bowman, the weld scientist. Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode Novarc' CEO Soroush Karimzadeh, speaks with Nate Bowman - Weld Scientist - about what to expect from the welding industry and automation in the coming years. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/23392922

Novarc Under the Hood 05/02/2022

Novarc Under the Hood Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Daniel Harvey - Novarc Technologies VP of Engineering - to talk about team management and product development at Novarc. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/22979231

Latest Trends in Robotics 03/07/2022

Latest Trends in Robotics Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Len Zapalowski - Novarc Technologies Advisor - to talk about the latest trends in robotics based on his extensive exprience in automation and robotics sector. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/22370972

Estimating ROI of Cobots 02/02/2022

Estimating ROI of Cobots Welcome to SparkTalk where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Rick Campbell - VP of Sales at Novarc Technologies - to talk about estimating ROI of Cobots based on his experience and real client data from the fabrication shops. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/22001201

SparkTalk - The Future of Pipe Welding 11/08/2021

SparkTalk - The Future of Pipe Welding Introducing SparkTalk by Novarc Technologies where we will be sharing insights, tips and news on everything regarding Welding robots, AI and beyond on a monthly basis. In this episode we welcome Ringo Gonzalez - Director of Welding Innovation at Novarc Technologies - to talk about the Future of Pipe Welding. /episode/index/show/novarctech/id/21093794

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