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Ep 563: ChatGPT's New Custom GPT's: Advanced techniques to win back time 46:43

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Think you know ChatGPT's custom GPTs? 🤔 Probably not. Last week, we tackled the basics and what's new with OpenAI's refreshed GPTs. For this AI Working Wednesdays episode, we're getting into some advanced techniques to hep you win back time. ↳ using the crazy powerful o3 model to your GPT's advantage ↳ context stacking ↳ custom actions to connect to third party sites Yeah.... don't sleep on this one shorties. Ep 563: ChatGPT's New Custom GPT's: Advanced techniques to win back time Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter More on this Episode: Episode Page Join the discussion: Thoughts on this? Join the convo and connect with other AI leaders on LinkedIn. Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup Website: YourEverydayAI.com Email The Show: info@youreverydayai.com Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn Topics Covered in This Episode: Custom GPTs: Advanced Techniques Overview OpenAI's Context Stacking Strategy O3 Model's Thinking Capabilities Building Efficient Custom GPTs Custom Actions and API Integration Zapier Integration for Dynamic Data ChatGPT's Context Window Management Creating Evergreen Podcast Content Timestamps: 00:00 Custom GPTs: Evolution and Insights 03:23 "Mastering GPT Context Stacking" 09:31 "Context Stacking in Chat GPT" 11:20 GPT Context Switching Advantage 15:33 Customizable GPT Usage Explained 19:51 Evergreen Episode Update Strategy 21:44 Optimizing AI for Continued Learning 23:48 "O-Series Models: Advanced AI Capabilities" 28:41 Building GPTs for Episode Research 30:03 GPT Model Customization and Sharing 33:18 Securing API Keys in GPTs 36:55 Zapier Enhances GPT Email Capabilities 42:12 "Use Chrome Extensions for Tokens" 43:48 "AI at Work Wednesdays Survey" Keywords: OpenAI's custom GPTs, advanced techniques, save time, context stacking, o three model, ChatGPT updates, logic and reasoning, plan ahead capabilities, agentic tools, custom actions, third party data, API, building GPTs, leveraging AI, context window, transformer model, generative AI, organization usage, fine tuning performance, productivity enhancement, AI agents, AI tools integration, custom configuration, everyday applications, tech strategies, new rendition, midweek break, AI experts, smarter AI usage, AI-powered planning, AI transformations. Ep 563: ChatGPT's New Custom GPT's: Advanced techniques to win back time Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Ready for ROI on GenAI? Go to youreverydayai.com/partner…

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When you think of motors, do you think of a spinning shaft for running things like the fan in an air conditioner or an exhaust fan? What happens if something needs to move in a linear fashion?
Motors are more than rotation. This episode is about motion control, rotary and linear motion.
You'll learn about the types of rotary motors: stepper motors and servo motors. You'll learn how stepper and servo motors are constructed, the applications suitable for each, and the advantages, as well as the limitations of stepper and servo motors.
Keep with us as we explore the world of linear motion.
You'll hear about linear servo motors. The construction, applications, advantages, and the complexities of linear servo motors.
Stick around to discover the world of linear actuators and the types of linear actuators: belt-driven and ball screw actuators. You'll learn that there are two types of ball screw actuators: rod and rodless. There are advantages and limitations to each that you will become aware of.
By the end of this episode, you will know the benefits, applications, and trade-offs with these motors and solutions available.
Here are some resources.

Learn more about LinMot's linear motors.
Discover the world of belt-driven actuators: Nidec, Tolomatic, and Yaskawa.
Read up on ball screw actuators: Tolomatic and Yaskawa.

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1. Welcome and Thank You For Joining Us (00:00:00)

2. elliTek's New Partner - Hanwha Robotics (00:01:04)

3. Today's Topic - Motion Control (00:03:46)

4. Motors in General (00:04:30)

5. Stepper Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:04:57)

6. Servo Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:15:18)

7. Linear Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:29:06)

8. Linear Actuators - construction (00:37:17)

9. Belt-Driven Actuators - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:39:06)

10. Ball Screw Actuators - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:45:23)

11. elliTek is Here To Help with Pre-Engineered Solutions (00:54:03)

12. Meet elliTek's Partners (01:01:44)

13. Wrap Up and Thank You for Spending Time with Us (01:03:08)

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Rotate

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Learn more about LinMot's linear motors.
Discover the world of belt-driven actuators: Nidec, Tolomatic, and Yaskawa.
Read up on ball screw actuators: Tolomatic and Yaskawa.

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc
Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek
Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media

If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.

פרקים

1. Welcome and Thank You For Joining Us (00:00:00)

2. elliTek's New Partner - Hanwha Robotics (00:01:04)

3. Today's Topic - Motion Control (00:03:46)

4. Motors in General (00:04:30)

5. Stepper Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:04:57)

6. Servo Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:15:18)

7. Linear Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:29:06)

8. Linear Actuators - construction (00:37:17)

9. Belt-Driven Actuators - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:39:06)

10. Ball Screw Actuators - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:45:23)

11. elliTek is Here To Help with Pre-Engineered Solutions (00:54:03)

12. Meet elliTek's Partners (01:01:44)

13. Wrap Up and Thank You for Spending Time with Us (01:03:08)

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Ep. 1 - Unlocking Industrial IoT with WERMA’s WeASSIST 31:16

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Send us a text Getting Started with Industrial IoT? In this kickoff episode, Brandon Ellis and Beth Elliott break down the latest in industrial automation, featuring WERMA’s WeASSIST . Learn how e lliTek’s solutions-based approach and this plug-and-play tech make it easy to get started with Industrial IoT , Andon systems , and real-time monitoring . They also cover key topics like mesh networking , cybersecurity , and how to make sense of process vs. product data - all with the goal of improving manufacturing efficiency. 🔔 Follow e lliTek’s Automation Know-How for expert insights made simple. Reach out e lliTek with any questions or comments. We'd love to hear from you! 🤝 Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek X: https://x.com/elliTek_Inc YouTube: https://youtu.be/1aL3kcIr8KA…

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Introducing elliTek's Automation Know-How 0:34

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Send us a text elliTek's Automation Know-How is a quarterly podcast that takes you beyond the buzzwords to explore how real automation solutions are applied in real manufacturing environments. Hosted by Brandon Ellis , owner of elliTek and automation expert, each episode dives into the practical side of industrial automation — from hardware and software to integration strategies and IIoT — all grounded in how these technologies work on the factory floor. Whether you're an engineer, plant manager, or just automation-curious, you’ll gain actionable insights and a clearer understanding of the technologies shaping modern manufacturing. New episodes every quarter — follow now and build your automation know-how. Reach out elliTek with any questions or comments. We'd love to hear from you!🤝 Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRouULcIyr0lMNPaL4ohR4A…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... #50 39:31

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Send us a text 🎉 Celebrating 50 Episodes! Exciting Changes and Plans for 2025 In this milestone 50th episode of "Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To..." , Brandon Ellis and Beth Elliott take you on a journey through the podcast's most memorable moments while unveiling big plans for the future! 🎙️ Here’s what you’ll discover in this special episode: Top 3 Episodes Revisited: Brandon and Beth reflect on fan favorites, diving into supply chain challenges, entrepreneurship, and industrial protocols. A Fresh New Look: Beth announces rebranding for 2025 - get ready for "elliTek's Automation Know How" , promising interactive content that puts cutting-edge automation tools in the spotlight. Product Highlights: Watch as they showcase Elite Robots' welding cell, Pilz's safety radar system, and CKD's electric actuators in action. Expert Insights: Brandon shares why Siemens’ TIA Portal is a game-changer for PLC programming. Mark Your Calendars: Hear about exciting 2025 events like the elliVate series in Cleveland/Chattanooga and Bristol, and the can't-miss Automation Expo next fall. Free Training Opportunity: Learn about a FREE workshop designed to help you transition from Allen Bradley to Siemens S7 and upcoming SITRAIN courses (not free). Join us for this celebration of innovation, efficiency, and safety in industrial automation as we look back, gear up for an exciting 2025, and continue to bring value to the automation community! 🎧 Listen now or watch on your favorite platform—don’t miss the journey ahead! Reach out elliTek with any questions or comments. We'd love to hear from you!🤝 Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media YouTube: https://youtu.be/4iNkZHaeA4E…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Difficult 1:08:34

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Send us a text What if automation didn't have to cost a fortune? Moritz Garroz from Elite Robots joins us to explore the future of industrial automation and collaborative robots (cobots). With a background in telecommunications and satellite technology, Moritz shares his unique journey into the robotics industry, revealing how Elite Robots is breaking down financial barriers to make automation accessible to a wider range of industries. From large factories to coffee-serving robots, we discuss the versatile applications of cobots and their seamless integration in human environments. Discover the clear distinctions between collaborative robots and traditional industrial robots, as we discuss the advantages and specific use cases for each. Moritz reminds us of Brandon's "Brandology" on how to identify processes that can be easily automated with a cobot and walks us through Elite Robots' recent entry into the U.S. market. We also highlight the company's impressive global expansion, significant R&D investment, and commitment to providing free lifetime training, addressing high labor turnover in the industry. In our final segment, we showcase the customizable features and practical benefits of Elite's EC and CS series . Learn how these cobots are enhancing efficiency, safety, and reducing labor costs in various industrial settings through real-world success stories. From handling hazardous tasks to improving quality and consistency, Elite Robots are paving the way for a more cost-effective and automated future. Don’t miss out on this insightful episode celebrating our nearly 8,000 downloads milestone and encouraging your valuable feedback and support. 🤖 To see an Elite Robot in action, text the show to schedule a demo or email FreeDemo@elliTek.com 🤝 Connect with Moritz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/moritzgarroz/ 🔗 Follow Elite Robots on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/eliterobots/ 🌐 Bookmark Elite Robots website: https://www.eliterobots.com/ ✨ Subscribe to Elite Robots YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@eliterobots_official Reach out elliTek with any questions or comments. We'd love to hear from you!🤝 Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media YouTube: https://youtu.be/Ovb1R8FFCVw…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be a Mystery 57:17

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Send us a text 🎙️ Welcome to the latest episode of "Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To..."! In this riveting conversation, join host Brandon Ellis and co-host Beth Elliott alongside special guest Bob Meads as they dive deep into the world of industrial automation solutions from Siemens . 🤖 Get ready to explore the WinCC product line, where Bob provides a comprehensive overview of WinCC SCADA, WinCC Unified, WinCC Professional, and WinCC Open Architecture. Each product comes with its unique features and use cases, and Bob sheds light on what sets them apart. 🔍 Uncover the power of WinCC SCADA, a mature and open SCADA system offering an innovative, scalable process-visualization system with numerous high-performance functions for monitoring automated processes. Bob walks us through its extensive customization options, scripting capabilities, and seamless database integration, showcasing how it tackles complex industrial challenges with ease. 🌟 Discover how WinCC SCADA brings predictive maintenance, robust data analysis, and insightful reporting to the forefront, empowering businesses to optimize operations like never before. Bob's insights paint a vivid picture of the transformative potential of Siemens' automation solutions. 🔧 But the innovation doesn't stop there! Bob also delves into the groundbreaking Siemens' Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) Portal framework, highlighting how it fosters seamless harmony between hardware and software components for unparalleled efficiency. 🎧 Tune in to this enlightening episode as we unravel the technology shaping the future of industrial automation, one WinCC product at a time. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a curious enthusiast, there's something for everyone in this captivating discussion! 🔗 Connect with Bob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-m-2aba842/ 🔗 Learn SCADA programming with Bob's Siemens WinCC SCADA & UNIFIED Tutorials! This channel is for integrators & end users of Siemens SIMATIC WinCC SCADA and WinCC UNIFIED, or anyone who wants to learn SCADA programming. https://www.youtube.com/@WinCCGURU 🔗 Explore iQuest, Inc.: https://iquestcorp.com/ 🔗 What is iQagent and Why? https://iqagent.com/ Reach out with any questions or comments. We'd love to hear from you!🤝 Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media YouTube: https://youtu.be/VhFRpzgPhnA #elliTek #WinCCGURU #iQuest #iQagent #WinCC #SCADA #EfficientEngineering…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Disagree 44:17

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Send us a text Bridging the Gap: Cybersecurity and Networking in Industrial Automation In this episode of "Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To...", we delve into the critical intersection of cybersecurity and networking, essential components in today's industrial landscape.🛡️ Who better to navigate this complex terrain than Siemens' Industrial Network Consultant for the Southeast Region, Kyle Frederick ? With seven years of experience under his belt, Kyle is a seasoned expert in cybersecurity and networking, making him the perfect guide for this discussion. Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) are networks that operate under conflicting philosophies, posing unique challenges. What gets a production or controls engineer fired is not the same thing that gets an IT admin fired. They have different sets of priorities - but they don't need to disagree.🤝 As cyberattacks and ransomware threats continue to proliferate, malicious actors have begun targeting OT systems with alarming frequency. But fear not, as this episode unveils the arsenal of tools at OT's disposal to complement IT strategies and fortify defenses against evolving threats.🔒 🎧Tune in to discover the strategies and technologies empowering OT and IT collaboration in the ongoing battle against cyber adversaries. 🔗Explore the world of Industrial Cybersecurity: https://www.siemens.com/global/en/products/automation/topic-areas/industrial-cybersecurity.html 🔗Take a tour of SIBERprotect, a cyber-physical protection solution: https://resources.dc.siemens.com/c/siberprotect?x=lq_ybh 🔗Delve deeper into SIBERprotect, a PLC-based realtime solution for cyberphysical monitoring and defense: https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/document/109810533/siberprotect%C2%AE-a-plc-based-realtime-solution-for-cyberphysical-monitoring-and-defense?dti=0&lc=en-US Reach out with any questions or comments. Let us know if you'd like a webinar with Kyle. We'd love to hear from you!🤝 Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media YouTube: https://youtu.be/pZ98KfSXzCo…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Standstill 42:43

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Send us a text Cut through the buzzwords and sales-type fodder in this episode of "Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To." Host Brandon Ellis and co-host Beth Elliott are joined by Siemens Digital Industries' expert, Matt Wagner , for an exciting discussion on the game-changing third-generation Siemens drives, highlighting the G220 VFD and S200 servo.🚀 This episode isn't just about gears and gadgets; it's a front-row seat to Siemens Digital Industries' commitment to innovation, security, and efficiency. Matt unpacks how these state-of-the-art drives are not just raising the efficiency bar but are also gearing up for the future with robust security measures. Discover the differences between the versatile G-series general-purpose drives and the powerhouse S-series servo drives. But that's not all – buckle up for a journey through the incredible features of these drives, from built-in device security🔒 to the seamless integration of digital twin technology🔄 and the game-changing cloud analytics🔮 for smarter decision-making. The podcast doesn't stop at tech talk; it takes you behind the scenes of the strategic SITRAIN training partnership , emphasizing the crucial role of continuous learning in the dynamic world of industrial automation. And let's not forget the supply chain upgrades that ensure these cutting-edge drives are readily available, making integration into various industrial setups a breeze.💡 This engaging conversation is a must-listen for industry buffs who want the inside scoop on the hottest trends in automation technology. 🔗Delve deeper into the G220: SINAMICS G220 - High performance - Siemens USA . 🔗Explore the world of the S200: SINAMICS S200 servo drive system - Servo Drives - Siemens USA . Reach out with any questions or comments. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MB6MhqYopcc…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... #45 41:48

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Send us a text In celebration of National Robotics🤖 Week, we had the pleasure of interviewing Joseph Collett , media lead with Red Nation Robotics Team 4576. Joseph describes what sparked his interest in robotics and the Red Nation Robotics (RNR) team. Joseph walks us through a FIRST Robotics competition match. It's really fun & you don't want to miss it! You'll learn how the robotics teams are structured. Also, the many benefits of FIRST - both technical and non-technical. Joseph shares his passion for the RNR team, sponsors, and mentors. The mentors are really something special! YOU can help support RNR TODAY -- vote for RNR Team 4576 by searching for ACTprep.com on Facebook. Like or follow their page and then like, share, or comment on the RNR 4576 post . To find and support your local FIRST team, visit FirstInspires.org . To support RNR team #4576, please visit www.RedNation4576.com . Reach out with any questions or comments. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/gVheE9eVAP4 #elliTek #RedNationRobotics #FIRSTRobotics #robotics…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Let Go 33:12

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Send us a text Let's get a grip on automation and get moving. That's what we're talking about in today's episode. elliTek is excited to announce our new automation partner - SCHUNK . SCHUNK is known for its unique gripping technology. As Brandon says, SCHUNK takes the cake for how hard you can grip something. What some folks, at least in the U.S., don't know SCHUNK also does linear motion. They do belt-driven modules and ball screw modules, also known as rodless modules. But wait! That's not all... SCHUNK also has linear actuators, rotary actuators, linear motors, workholding, and toolholding products. During this episode, we'll take a closer look at SCHUNK's offerings. Here are links to the videos we're talking about, plus a couple of bonus videos. One featuring the world's first pneumatic gripper with CERTIFIED GripGuard that you really must see, PGL-plus-P, and SCHUNK Vero S vs conventional change over. PGL-plus-P gripper - the world's first pneumatic gripper with certified GripGuard - https://youtu.be/lQ6sKwE-t4o SCHUNK Vero S vs conventional change over of a vice - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zK9cRfLd73c Handling of large workpieces with the configurable large stroke gripper PLG - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nyQ2qP2PIEY The new standard in assembly automation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzXtK-3bsZo EGS - electric rotary gripping unit from SCHUNK - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CTA99ephjOw SCHUNK Life Sciences - Assembly Automation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hjQhFO06KI4 If you're in Tennessee, reach out to elliTek. We would love the opportunity to get to know you. Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek and our Automation Partners will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9k2nAfpYMkI #elliTekAutomationNation #SCHUNK #grippers #linearmotion #automation…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unmotivated 52:27

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Send us a text This is an interesting episode that was initiated by a listener's request. If you're thinking of starting your own business, Brandon has been down that road and shares his words of wisdom. If you've listened to any of elliTek's podcasts, you know that Brandon will have a different twist on the topic. So, the other side of the coin is addressed to Managers and how to harness the energy of your entrepreneurial-spirited employees. For those considering starting a business, remember to check with your legal sources and accountants. Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek and our Automation Partners will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jbyO6OWO5hY #elliTekAutomationNation #entrepreneurship #smallbusiness #management…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unexpected 57:22

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Send us a text We're looking back so we can move forward. Every year predictions are made. During this episode, we review the 2022 major predicted challenges affecting manufacturing, but we don't stop there. You'll hear actionable solutions that elliTek's engineers have put in place, as well as solutions our partners offer. The partners highlighted in this episode include: LinMot SmartShift Robotics FANUC Hanwha Robots Motoman Siemens Yaskawa Drives & Motion CKD Learn more about elliTek's automation partners >> https://www.ellitek.com/distribution . There are several past episodes that are mentioned. Here are the links to the shows in the order in which they were mentioned. Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be In Short Supply Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be a Loss Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Inflate Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Doom & Gloom Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... #33 Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Risky Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Wasteful Here's the link to download Section 48C Manufacturers' Tax Credit >> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NMqxS99WdsiBFzMuwVxucJ1fSgQC1Qbc/view?usp=share_link . Is your plant in East Tennessee? 👉Reach out for an Automation Assessment . One of elliTek's engineers will walk with you through your facility to identify the processes that would be good potentials to automate. Best of all -- there's NO CHARGE! Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek and our Automation Partners will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wvfPh9tXO9Q #elliTekAutomationNation #manufacturing #automation #AutomationAssessment…

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Industrial IoT - It Doesn't Have To... Be Misleading 52:21

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Send us a text We've all done it... bought a product that didn't meet our expectations. Were we sold a bill of goods, or did we hear what we wanted to hear? That has been the case with many industrial IoT systems, which doesn't sit well with Brandon. Because the only reason to have an IoT system is to make educated business decisions. If you're confused by all the marketing terms surrounding industrial IoT, you're not alone. Is data funnel, data translation, or remote connect really industrial IoT? What the heck is AIoT? Brandon clarifies these terms and goes on a BrandRant about how industrial IoT products are marketed. He then provides requirements for a true edge-based MES Gateway Appliance. Before we delve into the requirements of an edge-based MES Gateway Appliance, we need to have an understanding of what "the edge" is. What defines "the edge?" Brandon provides his perspective and then his requirements for a true edge-based MES Gateway appliance. A true edge-based MES Gateway appliance must: Be reliable Communicate natively Perform data manipulation and dissemination Have data storage capabilities We explore each of these necessary conditions, why it's a requirement, and how it's beneficial. Stay tuned to hear Brandon's "extra bonus" requirement! Learn more about elliTek's new automation partners, Pizzato Industrial Control & Safety Devices, https://www.ellitek.com/pizzato-distributor , and Honeywell barcode scanners and Intermec printers, https://www.ellitek.com/distribution . Don't forget Brandon's Robot🤖 Challenge! If anything was possible, what challenges if overcome with a robotic system, could change your entire production outlook when it comes to labor needs? Send your challenge to info@elliTek.com. We can't wait to hear from you! Here's the link to the Safety podcast, https://www.ellitek.com/podcast/episode/4dcfd87b/industrial-automation-it-doesnt-have-to-be-unsafe . Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yUlsIh1xetU #elliTekAutomationNation #IndustrialIoT #IIoT #MESGatewayAppliance…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unhuman 42:33

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Send us a text We 💙 automation, but you can't take the human element out of it. The quality of any automated system at the plant floor level is usually made evident through the design of the human machine interface or HMI. HMIs provide a means for the machine and the human to interact - to converse. It is the very conduit by which a human can influence the machine. These systems range from hardware-based touchscreens to fully capable supervisory control and data acquisition systems (SCADA) which are largely software-based. Join us as we dive into the various features and benefits across the multiple offerings of both hardware and software-based HMI systems (OT based) and discuss when and where one may utilize a larger-scale SCADA system. Our special guest for this episode is Alan Cone . Alan is the Marketing SIMATIC WinCC Manager at Siemens. Alan provides an overview of the HMI options in the Siemens portfolio and describes the capabilities of each. Alan clarifies how a software-based HMI or soft HMI differs from the SCADA-based systems. He then illustrates the primary advantages of SCADA systems and the industries he typically sees them utilized. Stay tuned to hear about some real-world Use Cases that you can implement in your facility that can help reduce your downtime. Don't forget Brandon's Robot🤖 Challenge! If anything was possible, what challenges if overcome with a robotic system, could change your entire production outlook when it comes to labor needs? Send your challenge to info@elliTek.com. We can't wait to hear from you! Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek AND Siemens will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZmnYwMpagH0 #elliTekAutomationNation #HMI #SoftHMI #SCADA…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Painful 58:02

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Send us a text From Mars🚀 to your facility -- hear how manufacturers can utilize Siemens's innovative, NASA-type technology to manage the painful issues that we have been going through the past couple of years. Joining us in this episode are three guests from Siemens Drives Group to explain Siemens Drives technology from an interstellar perspective down to the local level, so it doesn't have to be painful. Our first guest is Rudy Hauser , the Programs and Promotions Manager at Siemens. Rudy provides a 300,000 ft. view of Siemens Drives from SINAMICS, SIMOTIS, Totally Integrated Automation, and Digital Twins to the innovative solutions that are here today -- Siemens Xcelerator. As Rudy said, "These are exciting times!" Bringing a Channel Partner perspective is Andrew Miller , a Partner Manager at Siemens. Andrew brings it down to a National level and shares how Siemens selects their partners, the benefits of having a local presence, and the benefits to the local manufacturers. "It's a win-win-win" according to Andrew, and we concur! Matt Wagner is a Drives & Motion Consultant for Siemens. Matt shares a more granular, local perspective of Siemens Drives from a millennial point of view. We find out what ELDP is. Matt walks us through some of the cool new products that are rolling out. "Where you're seeing a lot more of the innovation is on the Usability," said Matt. Brandon wholeheartedly agrees! Learn more about Siemens Xcelerator: https://www.siemens.com/global/en/products/xcelerator.html . Read about Siemens and Nvidia partnership: https://press.siemens.com/global/en/pressrelease/siemens-and-nvidia-partner-enable-industrial-metaverse . Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek AND Siemens will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aAkpXAGqHbw #elliTekAutomationNation #SiemensDrives #DigitalTwin #Xcelerator #NVIDIAOmniverse…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unfamiliar 35:05

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Send us a text Are you ready for some GOOD news?!? Unless you've had your head in the sand, you've heard of elliTek's new Automation Partner, so this company shouldn't be unfamiliar to you. Over the past many months, we have been working closely with a fantastic company. It's a huge, behemoth company. It's the largest industrial manufacturing company globally and one in which elliTek is extremely privileged to partner. This is the official announcement that elliTek is now an authorized distributor for Siemens Digital Industries and Controls products! Our special guest is Ryan Wood . Ryan is the East Region Partner Sales Manager for Siemens. We talk with Ryan about Siemens technology including what Digital Industries is and the products it encompasses. Why did Siemens sign elliTek as a Digital Industries and Controls partner? What impressed Brandon about Siemens? Hint, cybersecurity! They are way ahead of their competition when it comes to cybersecurity, and Ryan explains how. We explore Siemens PLCs and the advancements made by Siemens TIA (Totally Integrated Automation) Portal. TIA is Integrated engineering software from the Enterprise to the field level with all devices programmed and communicating within the TIA engineering platform. Stay tuned to hear what Siemens does that outpaces its competition! If you'd like to learn more about Ryan Wood, here's his LinkedIn profile, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-wood-2251138/ . This is a good article about the history of Siemens TIA (Totally Integrated Automation), https://ingenuity.siemens.com/2021/11/25-years-of-tia-a-trip-back-in-time-through-maximum-consistency-at-all-levels/ . Learn more about the Charter of Trust, https://www.charteroftrust.com/ . Here's a link to Siemens press release about the Charter of Trust, https://press.siemens.com/global/en/feature/charter-trust-takes-major-step-forward-advance-cybersecurity . Here's the link to Brandon's interview in Food Engineering magazine, https://www.foodengineeringmag.com/articles/99100-keeping-machines-and-ot-networks-and-it-safe-from-cyberattacks . Learn about IEC 62443, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEC_62443 and IEC 61131, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IEC_61131 . If you'd like to learn more about NIST 800-82, here's a link https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/sp/800-82/rev-2/final . Wherever you are in your Automation Journey, elliTek will meet you there! Reach out with any questions or future topics. Website: www.ellitek.com/contact-us LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media Watch👀 on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yEBhcFm95Mk…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Doom & Gloom 1:11:33

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Send us a text Doom and gloom. Enough of that - this episode is all about successes! Listen to hear how manufacturers can use automation (and sometimes not) to overcome and succeed in a competitive market when labor can be difficult to find. elliTek's Engineers have been asked about some interesting things lately that could benefit you. Anti-air? Listen to learn what it is, why it's important, and what manufacturers can do about it. Do you remember Brandon's Brandology about the 4 reasons to automate? We review those and why you can't pick all four. There are tasks that can be automated in each department. Starting with the Office, moving to the Plant Floor, Maintenance, and then the IT department, listen to hear ideas for what can be automated and some easy things that don't require automation. Stick around to hear about some things to consider before adding automation, especially for the first time. Looking for CMMS for maintenance and ordering? Here's the link to Pathways 7, Critical Machine Parts . Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Frustrating 43:27

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Send us a text Labor shortages can be seen in nearly every industry. In manufacturing, frustration is rising because factories are seeing huge demands but are unable to take full advantage. WHY? Join us as we explore some of the reasons. Including why the labor shortages happening today are different than in the past. Why is the demand for blue-collar and manual services workers increasing? What factors are contributing to the massive drop in corporate profits, especially in manufacturing? It isn't all doom and gloom! Stick with us as we discuss some solutions for companies suffering from recruitment and retention difficulties. One of the solutions is automation - eliminating boring, burdensome, and dangerous tasks. There are many ways to automate, and we review several ways to do so. Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Like Colonial Pipeline 55:52

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Send us a text What happened with Colonial Pipeline and could it have been prevented? This episode isn't a dig at Colonial Pipeline. It's a cautionary tale for businesses, and their cybersecurity preparedness efforts. The reason Colonial shut down their pipeline was they were uncertain. They were unsure what systems were going to be affected over and above the accounting systems. They lacked confidence in the separation of their Business/IT Networks and their Operational Technology (OT) Networks. Listen to hear a simple solution! We discuss the philosophical conflict between IT and OT and the marriage between the two. Both play important roles. We applaud each. This episode is dedicated to the hard working IT professionals who we only think about when something isn't working properly. Learn how a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system works. Yes, there are problems with OPC. We overcome those problems with Native Drivers. People use elliTek's IIoTA™ MES platform for many reasons. For brevity sake, we talk about just two of the reasons in this episode. Native Drivers Separation of the Networks Discover how a SCADA system and an IIoTA™ MES platform can work together. Learn the differences between an appliance and a Windows PC and why that is important. Why is Windows the problem? Stay tuned to hear some basic things that businesses can do to protect themselves and their customers data. We quote Kiersten E. Todt, managing director of the nonprofit Cyber Readiness Institute. Her insights are spot-on! Here's the link to her quotes in the New York Times article . The Cyber Readiness Institute offers free, online programs to help SMBs protect themselves from cyber risks. Cybersecurity doesn't have to be complicated! Reach out for a FREE online demo, FreeDemo@elliTek.com. Let's get to know each other! Connect with elliTek on your social platforms. LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unmonitored 46:28

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Send us a text This is a HOT topic -- Condition Monitoring (CM). Brandon pierces through the sales and marketing fodder to expose some really cool stuff. Sales and marketing would have you monitor just temperature and vibration. But wait, there's more! Remember the refrigerator analogy? What indicators are really enough? Manufacturers are developing some fantastic capabilities for sensors that allow users to grab data without being invasive. We call it the EKG method. Condition monitoring sensors are a way to do that. Most condition monitoring systems out there are just going to alert you by sending a text or email, which is good. Why not take it to the next level? Why not take the next step by having the ability to monitor AND the ability to do something about it -- Machine to Machine Artificial Intelligence (M2M AI) . elliTek and Balluff have formed an alliance to take you to that next level. Balluff has a phenomenal condition monitoring sensor that's the size of a postage stamp, their BCM sensor . This compact sensor can monitor not just one but FOUR physical variables. elliTek's IIoTA ™ (Industrial Internet of Things Appliance) can connect directly to Balluff's BCM sensor. By using the IIoTA's drag and drop dashboard, you can display the data from your BCM sensor on any viewable device connected to the local network or a static IP address. See data from Balluff's BCM sensor being displayed by the IIoTA SCMs (Smart Condition Monitoring System) . Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Rotate 1:04:24

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Send us a text When you think of motors, do you think of a spinning shaft for running things like the fan in an air conditioner or an exhaust fan? What happens if something needs to move in a linear fashion? Motors are more than rotation. This episode is about motion control, rotary and linear motion. You'll learn about the types of rotary motors: stepper motors and servo motors. You'll learn how stepper and servo motors are constructed, the applications suitable for each, and the advantages, as well as the limitations of stepper and servo motors. Keep with us as we explore the world of linear motion. You'll hear about linear servo motors. The construction, applications, advantages, and the complexities of linear servo motors. Stick around to discover the world of linear actuators and the types of linear actuators: belt-driven and ball screw actuators. You'll learn that there are two types of ball screw actuators: rod and rodless. There are advantages and limitations to each that you will become aware of. By the end of this episode, you will know the benefits, applications, and trade-offs with these motors and solutions available. Here are some resources. Learn more about LinMot's linear motors . Discover the world of belt-driven actuators: Nidec , Tolomatic , and Yaskawa . Read up on ball screw actuators: Tolomatic and Yaskawa . For more information on sizing or elliTek's pre-engineered solutions, reach out to one of elliTek's engineers, (865) 409-1555. In case you missed it, elliTek is the official distributor for Hanwha Robotics in the United States. To schedule a free demo, please email freedemo@ellitek.com or follow this link to elliTek's contact page . Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Menial 1:08:05

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Send us a text Menial tasks are those repetitive, tedious, or dangerous tasks that a robot is capable of doing freeing up time for associates to focus on high-value-added tasks. The types of robots used to automate applications can be different and sometimes confusing, so we're breaking it all down for in this episode. Please join us as we explore collaborative robots, also called cobots. You'll hear the differences between an industrial robot and a collaborative robot. As well as: What makes a cobot collaborative Are there cost savings between an industrial robot and a cobot The types of applications that are better suited for collaborative robots How collaborative robots can be used to empower employees The ROI (return on investment) for a cobot Did you hear? elliTek has partnered with Hanwha Robotics to provide United States manufacturers their HCR Advanced Series collaborative robots! Take a look at these sleek cobots . Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Manual 45:35

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Send us a text Have you been seeing the phrase Robotic Process Automation lately? Well, you're not alone. This episode we learn about Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and some of the misconceptions surrounding RPA. What are the benefits of RPA? How would one implement RPA? What are the four reasons to automate, according to Brandon's Brandology? What does RPA have to do with cobots? Learn more about Hanwha robots . Check out FANUC's robots . Explore our most recent cobot partner, Elite Robots . Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be a Man's World 44:12

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Send us a text To celebrate National Women's History Month, this episode is dedicated to the countless women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math who have blazed a trail for women in STEM today. At elliTek, a couple of women are carrying the Engineering torch today. Julie Shaw is an Applications Engineer with elliTek. Julie earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering at Tennessee Technological University. Not only is Julie a superstar with Vision Systems, but she is a whiz when it comes to PLC Programming, HMI Programming, Mechanical Applications, and troubleshooting to name a few. Allison Burris is the outside Sales Engineer with elliTek. Allison earned her BS in Electrical Engineering with a Mathematics minor from Western Kentucky University. Allison excels not only in Complex Circuit Analysis, Electrical Hardware Debugging, Jig Design, and Machine Troubleshooting, but her team focus, critical thinking, and problem solving have served her well in her career. Allison took some time out of her busy schedule to talk with us about being a woman in a predominantly male work environment. Allison tells us what got her on the path to engineering. We talk about the classes she took and how her studies prepared her for entering the workforce. Allison lets us in on her challenges and successes as a Production Engineer and Sales Engineer. Stay tuned to hear Allison's advice for girls considering a career in engineering. You DO NOT want to miss it! Last but not least, we highlight a few women who have paved the way for women such as Julie and Allison. It was tough to pick just a few. Take some time to learn more about the Women Engineers in Science History at Science Buddies . www.sciencebuddies.org/blog/women-in-science-history Reach out to us with any questions or future topics! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/ellitek-inc Instagram: www.instagram.com/ellitek Facebook: www.facebook.com/ellitek Twitter: www.twitter.com/elliTek_Inc/media If you don't want to click on those links, pick up the phone to call us at (865) 409-1555 ext. 804.…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Last 1:02:41

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Send us a text Making Robots ~ Building Leaders , Gracious Professionalism , and Coopetition are just a few terms you'll hear during this episode. Morgan Everett, Lead Mentor with Red Nation Robotics, is our special guest! More than just robots and more than a student run enterprise, FIRST® Robotics & Red Nation Robotics has it all. Listen to hear how tomorrow's leaders get real-world opportunities to build a robot in six weeks. But that is NOT their biggest challenge! Communication, problem solving, working together and planning - the soft skills. Students gain these valuable skills as well. Red Nation Robotic team members participate year-round in FIRST® activities that range from robot design, building, and programming to website and branding to networking. Morgan's passion for learning and the well-being of the students is contagious! FIRST® is a global, youth-serving, nonprofit robotics community that advances STEM Education. Learn more about FIRST® and find your local community . Discover more about Red Nation Robotics Team 4576 and the amazing things our future leaders are doing! Follow the RNR 4576 team on Twitter , like the RNR 4576 team on Facebook , while you're at it, subscribe to the RNR 4576 YouTube channel . There are more acronyms. Here's the list: FIRST®: For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology FRC: FIRST® Robotics Competition RNR: Red Nation Robotics STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Math If you aren't fired up about what the future holds, listen to the episode again. Reach out to your local team to see how you can help them. Empowering others! #omgrobots #morethanrobots #rednationrobotics #hallshighschool #stemeducation…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Lag 1:00:27

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Send us a text This episode is dedicated to the Edge - Edge Computing that is. Listen to learn all about Edge Computing. What is the Edge? Where is the Edge? What's the big deal? Brandon gives a down-to-earth explanation of what the edge is outside of manufacturing that nearly everyone can relate to. Find out what lives on the Edge in the world of manufacturing. Learn the differences between smart and intelligent devices. Discover the differences between product data and process data and how these types of data relate to edge-based computing. Hear how edge computing can be used in new applications, as well as existing architecture. Learn how elliTek's Team helped a manufacturer use edge computing to save time and resources. Stay tuned for Brandon's Brandology along with some advice for manufacturers looking to utilize edge computing. Here are some links that were referenced during the show. ISA levels TEEP episode IoT Doesn't Have To Be Overwhelming episode 5 Stages of IoT Grief video…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unsafe 56:48

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Send us a text Safety of employees is a top priority for plant managers. In addition to the countless aspects that represent safety risks throughout a facility, the total cost of serious workplace injures exceeds over $1 billion per week according to the 2020 Workplace Safety Index. This is HUGE, so we brought in a safety expert to get the low-down. Dave Rice is the Territory Sales Manager with Datalogic's Sensors & Safety Division. Dave has been in safety product sales for more than a decade -- Dave knows Safety! When you listen to this episode you will learn more about Dave and Industrial Safety, as well as: Hard guarding versus Light-based guarding Who is responsible for what What are the Safety Categories Application examples - when to use light-based as opposed to hard guards You'll also hear Dave's take on collaborative robot guarding. Does he agree or disagree with Brandon's Brandology? Stay tuned throughout the episode to learn about some innovative safety products that Datalogic offers. Datalogic does more than safety. For a follow-up episode, which of the following would you like to learn more about? Vision Systems Barcode Scanning Systems (1D and 2D) Laser Marking Systems Send us your comments or give us call us at (865) 409-1555. Thank you for listening!…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Machined 54:29

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Send us a text Additive Manufacturing or 3D printing is bringing new perspectives to manufacturing, so we have a special guest, Matthew Stuckey , to bring us his fresh, new perspectives on the subject. Matthew is studying Mechanical Engineering at the Tickle College of Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and is well versed in Additive Manufacturing. Matthew interned at elliTek over the summer and is currently working with us when he isn't in class. After listening to this episode, you will know: What Additive Manufacturing is Types or methods of Additive Manufacturing Advantages and disadvantages of the types Material attributes Our wish-list of attributes Application successes Solutions elliTek offers There are more acronyms, so here is a list that we hope you will find helpful. A2 : Cold work tool steel that combines high toughness and good wear resistance. Often regarded as a "universal" cold work steel. ABS : Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, primarily used with FFF or FDM 3D printers CRS : Cold Rolled Steel D2 : Cold work tool steel that is harder and more wear-resistant than A2, but not as tough. FFF : Fused Filament Fabrication, also known under the trademarked term FDM (Fused Deposition Modeling) PETG : Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol, a thermoplastic polyester PLA : Plastic or polylactic acid POM : Polyoxymethylene filament, aka Acetal or Polyacetal. DuPont trademarked the name Delrin™ for Acetal Resin. MIG : Metal Inert Gas SLA : Stereolithography, a type of 3D printing TIG : Tungsten Inert Gas TPE : Thermoplastic Elastomers, adds a little bit of flex to your part. Additive Manufacturing and 3D printing is growing. There are new changes and discoveries daily. As Matthew says "Get out there and learn something for yourself because it's a lot of interesting stuff." Remember, elliTek's engineers are also here to help when needed. Reach out through our website or call (865) 409-1555. Thank You for listening!…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Untraceable 1:04:19

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Send us a text In September 2020, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a new proposed rule regarding food traceability. This rule, which would be part of Section 204(d) of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) , establishes event tracking requirements for specific foods and ingredients throughout the supply chain. Comments for the proposed rule have been extended until February 22, 2021, after which the FDA is expected to issue a final rule which would go into effect 60 days after its publication in the Federal Register. The compliance date would be two years after that. The new requirements will have a significant impact on the food industry, especially for companies that rely on manual processes. What is the Food Safety Modernization Act ( FSMA )? Prompted by a rash of produce recalls in the early 2000s, the original act was implemented in January 2011 to help the FDA respond and control foodborne illnesses. FSMA gave the FDA more authority over recalls and also required the agency to create rules and guidance to help businesses comply. Section 204 pertains to the plans that would enhance food tracking and tracing that includes a requirement for “Additional Recordkeeping Requirements for High-Risk Foods” also known as the New Proposed Food Traceability Rule (subsection d). What is the New Proposed Food Traceability Rule? It sets new recordkeeping requirements for foods that are considered “high risk” for foodborne illness. Here are the basics. The rule establishes a Food Traceability List (FTL) that lists which foods will need additional recordkeeping. These foods were chosen based on their level of risk for carrying foodborne illnesses. The proposed requirements would only apply to the foods on the FTL. The FDA encourages the voluntary adoption of these practices industry-wide. Secondly, the rule identifies five Critical Tracking Events (CTEs) throughout the food supply chain: Growing , Receiving , Transforming , Creating , and Shipping . Each of these “events” has several Key Data Elements (KDEs) that need to be reported on. In addition to the KDE records, the proposed rule would require businesses that manufacture, process, pack or hold foods on the FTL to establish and maintain Traceability Program Records . These records help the FDA regulators understand the terminology, methods, and systems a business uses in its traceability operations. Lastly, businesses would need to make required records available to the FDA no later than 24 hours after a request. When necessary, a business would be required to provide the FDA with an electronic sortable spreadsheet containing traceability information on foods that are the focus of an FDA investigation. During this episode, we discuss the FSMA, Food Traceability List, Critical Tracking Events, Key Data Elements, and give examples. It isn't all doom and gloom, there are solutions that can help businesses navigate these proposed traceability rules which we discuss along with the ISO 22005 traceability standards . ISO the International Organization for Standardization Learn more…

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Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be 2020 1:01:04

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Send us a text This is a fun season wrap up where we're reviewing our previous podcasts and looking ahead to 2021! Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Engineered elliTek's pre-engineered Smart Servo Actuators and Robotic Work cells are designed to help manufacturers save money. You do what you can do and elliTek can fill in the gaps. There are plenty of manufacturers that can program their own machines. This is a means of them being able to use their in-house capabilities to 1) reduce costs and 2) empower them to do what they can do well and leave this other stuff for whatever reason they don't want to do to elliTek. Industrial IoT - It Doesn't Have To... Be Overwhelming Industrial IoT, Industry 4.0, Digitization, Digitalization, MES, Cloud & Hosted servers, ERP, HMI, KPI, OE, OEE, OLE, OPC, OT... these are just a few industry terms and acronyms that Brandon explains for the rest of us. Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unsecure This episode was in conjunction with Brandon's interview with Food Engineering magazine " Keeping machines and OT networks and IT safe from cyber-attacks ". We talk about cyber security including some vectors or points of entry for ransomware/malware attacks, as well as how manufacturers can protect their networks. Industrial Robotics - It Doesn't Have To... Be Complex Adding automated robotic systems to a factory can save money, create higher-quality parts, and increase production. We review the types of robots and how they're used in manufacturing. Sometimes adding an automated robotic system doesn't make sense - the wiggle jiggle example. That was Episode 6 " Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Hopeless ". Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Myopic This was another acronym filled episode. We talk about the important Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) manufacturers can look at in order to get the bigger picture. Not every solution is the best solution, but sometimes it's the best for the situation. You don't have to have an automated system to get your KPIs. You can still go out with a stopwatch and measure your uptimes and downtimes and take those indications. The point is - just do it so you can make educated business decisions. Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Hopeless We review a few projects that were beneficial to our customers and why. An IoT Based project was for Traceability (also called Skip Check). The customer was thankful they didn't have to upgrade all of their equipment and legacy PLCs. The Smart Assembly Pack Out System helped a customer integrate to their ERP system. A Material Handling & Management system managed the ingredients. Lastly, we hear Brandon's Brandology about the 4 Reasons to Automate. Industrial Automation - It Doesn't Have To... Be Unpredictable For this episode, we interviewed Keary Donovan, owner of Pathways7 . We delve into Keary's academic white paper " 3 KPI Considerations for Maintenance and OEE ". Keary has a unique perspective of KPIs from a maintenance perspective. Looking ahead to 2021, Brandon anticipates more automation so manufacturers can accommodate the six foot social distancing rule.…

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Send us a text This episode of elliTek's Industrial Automation podcast is about Predictive Maintenance. We are talking with a special guest, Keary Donovan . Keary is the owner of Pathways 7 . Pathways 7 is a consulting firm helping SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) capitalize on up-to-date information systems so they can become more competitive. Keary recently published a white paper about Predictive Maintenance titled " 3 KPI Considerations for Maintenance and OEE. " During this podcast, we interview Keary. You will hear more acronyms, as well as references to "Tennessee Talk." You will need to listen to the episode to learn what "Tennessee Talk" is, but here is a glossary for the acronyms in the order in which they were discussed during the podcast. OEE : Overall Equipment Effectiveness OOE : Overall Operations Effectiveness TEEP : Total Effective Equipment Performance KPP : Key Performance Parameters TPM : Total Productive Maintenance CMMS : Computerized Maintenance Management System Stayed tuned throughout the entire episode to hear, Keary's insights into the interdepartmental conflicts and how those conflicts can be resolved.…

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4. Motors in General (00:04:30)

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1. Welcome and Thank You For Joining Us (00:00:00)

2. elliTek's New Partner - Hanwha Robotics (00:01:04)

3. Today's Topic - Motion Control (00:03:46)

4. Motors in General (00:04:30)

5. Stepper Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:04:57)

6. Servo Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:15:18)

7. Linear Motors - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:29:06)

8. Linear Actuators - construction (00:37:17)

9. Belt-Driven Actuators - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:39:06)

10. Ball Screw Actuators - construction, applications, advantages, limitations or complexities (00:45:23)

11. elliTek is Here To Help with Pre-Engineered Solutions (00:54:03)

12. Meet elliTek's Partners (01:01:44)

13. Wrap Up and Thank You for Spending Time with Us (01:03:08)

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