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Manufacturing Hub

Vlad Romanov & Dave Griffith

We bring you manufacturing news, insights, discuss opportunities, and cutting edge technologies. Our goal is to inform, educate, and inspire leaders and workers in manufacturing, automation, and related fields.

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Ep. 209 - From PLCs to SCADA and MES Dylan's...

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2025/05/23

In Episode 209 of Manufacturing Hub, we sit down with Dylan to explore the full spectrum of automation—from his early hands-on experiences in PLC programming all the way to architecting full-scale SCADA and MES systems. If you're looking to understand what it really takes to grow a career in industrial automation, this conversation delivers raw insights, practical lessons, and battle-tested strategies from the plant floor to the boardroom.Dylan shares how his career evolved from service

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Ep. 208 - Modernizing Manufacturing: Insights on...

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2025/05/08

In this episode of Manufacturing Hub, co-hosts Vlad and Dave turn the spotlight on themselves and share deeply practical stories from the front lines of industrial transformation. With decades of experience consulting across manufacturing verticals, they unpack some of the most pressing (and often misunderstood) topics shaping the future of factories today—from aging infrastructure and insurance-driven cybersecurity to real-world applications of artificial intelligence and organizational

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Ep. 207 - From Bioreactors to Vaccines: What You Need...

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2025/05/01

In this episode of Manufacturing Hub, we welcome Amy Williams, Systems Architect at Skellig, for a deep dive into the world of life sciences manufacturing, a rarely explored but incredibly complex part of the industrial landscape.From her roots in biomolecular chemical engineering to her hands-on role in Operation Warp Speed, Amy walks us through what it's really like to build and validate manufacturing systems for pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications under FDA regulation. 💊🧪We

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Ep. 206 - From Plant Floor to Strategy: Ryan Cahalane...

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2025/04/24

We’re kicking off a new theme—Faces You Should Know in Manufacturing—with none other than Ryan Cahalane, Managing Partner at Axiom Manufacturing Systems. Ryan’s path through manufacturing is anything but ordinary: from plant floor engineering at Goodyear, to leadership roles at GE, Rockwell Automation, OSIsoft, and more, Ryan has worked every angle of the manufacturing ecosystem.In this episode, Ryan joins Dave and Vlad to unpack the biggest real challenges manufacturers are facing

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Ep. 205 - What Manufacturers Need to Know About UNS,...

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2025/04/17

Welcome back to a special Thursday edition of Manufacturing Hub!In this episode, we dive deep into one of the standout presentations from the Prove It conference — featuring Travis Cox from Inductive Automation and Arlen Nipper from Cirrus Link Solutions.🎥 We start by reflecting on the Prove It showcase, where Travis and Arlen demonstrated the power of Unified Namespace (UNS) and MQTT across every layer of the solution stack — from Edge devices, to the Ignition Gateway, to the Cloud.➡️

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Ep. 204 - Making ERP Work in Manufacturing | ERP Deep...

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2025/04/13

In Episode 204 of Manufacturing Hub, we wrap up our month-long ERP series with Glenn from Waites. Glenn shares a practical framework for understanding ERP systems—perfect for engineers, plant managers, and anyone who’s struggled with clunky ERP software. We break down key modules like Financials, Supply Chain, MES, and Asset Management, and explore how modern tools are reshaping ERP usability.🔹 What You’ll Learn:Glenn’s 3-part ERP mental model: Master Data, Transactions, WorkflowThe

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Ep. 203 - From Spreadsheets to Structure: ERP for...

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2025/04/10

In this episode, Dave and Vlad are joined by Jay and RJ from Total ETO to explore the often overlooked world of ERP for machine builders and systems integrators. While ERP conversations often focus on large-scale deployments like SAP or Oracle, this episode dives into the day-to-day of smaller, engineer-to-order (ETO) businesses—where spreadsheets still reign and project complexity is high.Jay and RJ share their unique perspectives—Jay coming from 25 years in automation and becoming a Total

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Ep. 202 - Inside Opto 22: Unified Namespace, Edge...

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2025/04/03

What does it take to move from automation hype to practical, scalable solutions on the factory floor?In this deep-dive episode of Manufacturing Hub, recorded live at the ProveIt Conference, we’re joined by Benson Hougland, Vice President at Opto 22—a company that has been quietly shaping the future of industrial automation for over 50 years.Benson walks us through the journey of Opto 22: from its roots as the birthplace of the solid-state relay to becoming a leader in edge-native control

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Ep. 201 - ERP in Manufacturing: Strategy, Culture,...

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2025/03/30

In Episode 201 of Manufacturing Hub, we sit down with Tim Brown, a veteran leader with over 40 years of experience across manufacturing, construction, and IT. From managing massive ERP transformations to navigating global M&A integrations, Tim shares a masterclass in how to make enterprise software actually work in complex industrial environments.We cover everything from:What it was like managing ERP during Y2KThe critical difference between push vs. pull drivers for ERP changeHow

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Ep. 200 - From Plant Floor to Enterprise: Tatsoft...

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2025/03/27

In this episode recorded live at the ProveIt Conference, we sit down with Mark and Harry from Tatsoft, creators of the industrial IIoT platform Frameworks. We dive deep into how Tatsoft is redefining what a true industrial platform should be — built from the ground up for the factory floor, yet scalable across the enterprise.Mark and Harry walk us through:Their platform’s positioning as a SCADA, HMI, MES, and IIoT toolbox — all in oneHow Frameworks handles real-time data, from connectivity

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Ep. 199 - ERP Implementation & Strategy: What...

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2025/03/20

Welcome back to Manufacturing Hub! This March 2025, we’re diving deep into Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), exploring its critical role in manufacturing, the challenges of implementation, and the future of ERP solutions. This episode is sponsored by Talan, a leading firm specializing in ERP adoption, migration, and integration.Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have been a cornerstone of manufacturing operations for decades. They provide a centralized platform for managing

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Ep. 198 - Prove It Recap: What Worked, What Didn’t &...

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2025/03/13

Welcome to Episode 198 of Manufacturing Hub with Vlad and Dave!This week, we’re diving into a full recap of the Prove It conference—one of the biggest and most talked-about industrial automation events, held last week in Dallas, Texas. If you've been anywhere near LinkedIn, you've probably seen the buzz!What made Prove It different?A real-world factory simulation with imperfect data40 vendors challenged to "prove" their solutions in real timeHard-hitting questions: What problem did you

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Ep. 197 - Inside ProveIt 2025: How 36 Vendors...

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2025/03/10

We’re coming to you LIVE from the ProveIt Conference in Dallas, TX, where we’re witnessing one of the most groundbreaking manufacturing and industrial automation events in history. Hosted by Walker Reynolds and the 4.0 Solutions team, ProveIt brings together 36+ vendors, industry leaders, and a massive community to showcase real-world digital transformation solutions—all connected to a unified namespace (UNS) virtual factory.In this episode, Dave and Vlad from Manufacturing Hub go behind

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Ep. 196 - ProveIt Deep Dive: Industrial Automation’s...

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2025/03/08

In this special episode of Manufacturing Hub, Dave Griffith and Vlad Romanov take a deep dive into the upcoming ProveIt Conference, happening next week in Dallas. This event, spearheaded by Walker Reynolds and Zack Scriven, brings together industry leaders, solution providers, and systems integrators to showcase their capabilities in Unified Namespace (UNS), edge computing, and industrial data operations.What We Cover in This Episode:ProveIt Conference Overview: What to expect, key themes,

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Ep. 195 - Unlocking Digital Transformation: The...

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2025/02/27

Welcome to Manufacturing Hub, where we dive deep into the world of industrial automation, software, and digital transformation. In this episode, hosts Dave and Vlad are joined by Zach Scriven, an industrial automation expert, digital transformation evangelist, and a key player in the development of Prove It, a groundbreaking industry conference.This conversation explores a range of topics, from Zach’s personal journey in industrial automation and SCADA integration to his pioneering work in

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Ep. 194 - Upskilling in Industrial Automation -...

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2025/02/24

In this action-packed episode, our hosts kick off with exciting news about the upcoming Prove It Conference in Dallas and then welcome Kyle—a rising talent in the industrial automation space—to share his unique journey and insights.Episode HighlightsGetting Started in Automation:Kyle recounts his transition from studying technology information management at UC Santa Cruz to diving headfirst into the world of SCADA, HMI design, and industrial automation with Inductive Automation. His early

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Ep. 193 - Navigating Automation Careers, PLC...

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2025/02/14

In this episode of Manufacturing Hub, we dive into the world of industrial automation, PLC programming, and career development with Hans Schradermakers, an experienced automation engineer with more than 23 years in the industry. Hans has worked extensively with both Siemens and Rockwell software, specializing in developing, standardizing, testing, and commissioning automation solutions for major companies such as Nestlé, Hershey’s, Pepsi, Kellogg’s, and Pringles.The conversation begins with

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57:56

Ep. 192 - Kicking Off 2025 – Plans, Trends & The...

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2025/02/10

As we enter 2025, the manufacturing and industrial automation sectors are facing a period of significant transformation. In this episode of Manufacturing Hub, Dave and Vlad outline their plans for the year, covering everything from the direction of the podcast to industry trends shaping the future of manufacturing.This episode kicks off with an overview of the podcast’s 2025 format, which continues to be structured around monthly themes. This year, topics such as ERP, modern maintenance

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Ep. 191 - Bridging IT and OT: 4IR Solutions, Ignition...

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2025/02/06

In this episode of Manufacturing Hub, recorded live at ICC 2023, hosts Dave and Vlad welcome back James Burnand, CEO of 4IR Solutions, to discuss IT-OT convergence, the role of 4IR Solutions in the Ignition Community, and key takeaways from Ignition 8.3.4IR Solutions and IT-OT Convergence4IR Solutions is a Solutions Partner within the Ignition Community, focusing on OT as a Service to help manufacturers manage patching, security, and system monitoring—common pain points for system

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Ep. 190 - Manufacturing Hub: 2024 Recap & 2025 Vision...

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2025/01/31

In this special episode of Manufacturing Hub, Vlad, and Dave reflect on the major lessons, projects, and trends from 2024 while laying out ambitious plans for 2025. They discuss the evolution of automation, AI, and industrial tech, share personal insights on business growth, and preview upcoming podcast themes and trade show appearances.Topics include:✅ Key takeaways from 2024 in manufacturing, automation, and consulting✅ The reality of AI in industrial settings—hype vs. practical

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