PSA Biztech: Recent Episodes
Production Systems Automation
PSA is a privately owned national engineering and custom manufacturing firm founded in 1985, with two locations in Pennsylvania. We are experienced engineering system integrators, providing services for turn-key capital projects, controls, PLC’s, HMI’s, drives, servo systems, safety systems, OSHA compliance safety solutions, custom machinery and robotic work cells including pick and place, palletizing, machine tending and end of arm tooling.
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we’ll be discussing the “business and technology”
behind an innovative way to extract drinking water from the very air we breathe called
Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG)! AWG uses advanced filtration, sterilization, and
reverse osmosis, allowing the atmospheric water generator to transform humidity in the air
into clean drinking water. This innovation has the potential to alleviate water scarcity in
communities worldwide, providing access to safe water without chemicals.
The developer of this amazing technology is Moses West, the founder and CEO of AWG
Contracting and Managing Director at the Moses West Foundation. He is a retired Army
Veteran and member of the 75th Ranger Regiment class of 14-81.
On 11/8/24, Moses was honored as the recipient of the prestigious Phoenix Award at the
inaugural Valure Ventures Summit in Atlanta, GA – City Hall! Moses is also a member of the
Veteran’s Hall of Fame. Congratulations Moses!!
To learn more about Atmospheric Water Generation from AWG Contracting and the Moses
West Foundation you can visit their websites at www.awgcontractingus.com and
https://moseswestfoundation.org/
Be sure follow them on LinkedIn for amazing content!
Moses West linkedin.com/in/moses-west-79b285179
Moses West Foundation
https://www.linkedin.com/company/moseswestfoundation/posts/?feedView=all
To help move Moses’ Mission forward, please consider donating to the Moses West
Foundation to be sure clean, fresh water is available anywhere it’s needed in America!!
@Michael McHale @Moses West @Ken Okrepkie @psa systems
cleandrinkingwater #waterfromair #atmosphericwatergeneration #redcross
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast I am joined by @maximilliano falcone, one of the
Vice President of Sales @PushCorp and we will be discussing the “business and technology”
behind an easier way to program industrial robots for a variety of material removal and
finishing processes.
Max has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, as well as a Masters of Science in
Product Development from the University of Detroit-Mercy; where he also resides on the
advisory board for the School of Mechanical Engineering. He also holds (2) patents, one for
welding and one for robotic guidance!
PushCorp is a leading manufacturer of robotic material removal end-of-arm tooling. For over
25 years their products have helped customers automate applications that were once
considered impossible to do with a robot. PushCorp's force compliant tools gives a robot a
“human” touch and we’ll explore this in more detail during today’s discussion.
To learn more about PushCorp you can visit their website at www.pushcorp.com and be sure
follow both PushCorp and Maximilliano Falcone on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/maximiliano-
falcone-9bb54744
robotics #automation #material removal #servospindle #activecompliance
passivecompliance #grinding
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by @Robin Crane of @Lackawanna College.
Well…it’s been a year and a half since Lackawanna College launched their Robotics & Integrated Technology Program, so we decided to catch up with Rob Crane to get an update on the program.
Lackawanna College’s mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live and their Robotics and Integrated Technologies Program is doing just that!
To learn more about Lackawanna College and the Robotics & Technology Program at CTI, you can visit their website at www.lackawanna.edu or Robin Crane at craner@lackawanna.edu
Podcast video on YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-JNm8SVnryU
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by @Andrew Brown a founding
member of the @Skilled Trades Advisory Council (STAC), Trade School Supporter, a podcaster
in his own right and the President of an online eCommerce Tool Supply Company called
@ToolFetch; providing companies direct access to plumbing, electrical, construction, and
welding tools & equipment delivered direct to the jobsite!
The needs are real as our skilled tradesmen/women are aging out of the workforce at an
alarming rate! Welders are in high demand, CNC operators are in high demand, plumbers,
electricians, mechanics…the list goes on.
Andrew’s passion is to unite the skill trades community and inspire our youth to consider
related careers in the professional skilled trades. We must change the negative stigmas and
ideologies surrounding the Skilled Trades industry. The future of manufacturing, construction
services and our infrastructure depend on it!
I urge you to listen to this podcast and follow Andrew Brown and subscribe to the following:
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-brown-b1736a5/
- Podcast - https://www.andrewbrown.net/podcast
- The Trades Movement – https://www.andrewbrown.net/join-the-movement Join the
movement! - Toolfetch - www.toolfetch.com for all of your construction jobsite needs
manufacturing #skilledtrades #construction #carpentry #plumbing #welding #HVAC
CNCOperator #dieselmechanic #automechanic #autobodytech #masonry #painting
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Christelle Keefer, the Global
Business Development Manager for Education at ABB Robotics.
Christelle was recently named one of the 10 Women Shaping the Future of Robotics in 2024
by the International Federation of Robotics. She also serves on the Robotics Technology
Strategy Board for A3 and mentors robotics clubs, using her expertise to advance educational
initiatives worldwide. Christelle and her team at ABB Robotics are helping to bridge the skills
gap with new Robotics & Automation training facilities, partnerships and training packages.
She shared a special “success story” with us about @Wheeling High School that you don’t
want to miss! She has been collaborating with two amazing teachers there, @Tom Steinbach
and @Michael Geist.
Christelle explained that “the school started their manufacturing curriculum in 2008, which
now includes CNC machining, welding, tooling design, 3D printing, laser cutting, and robotics.
With nearly 350 students, some as young as age 14, participate in robotics courses annually.
Wheeling High School chooses to use ABB’s curriculum materials & certification programs
because they are adaptable and flexible.”
She goes on to say, ”At Automate this past May, the students at wheeling High designed and
showcased their amazing ABB DJ robot with lights, music and playing a keyboard. They did
such an amazing job, the teachers and students were invited to showcase even more of their
projects at @IMTS in Chicago this September 9-14. If attending the show, be sure to visit their
booth #121544 in the Student Summit section. One demo will be of their DJ robot, and the
other will showcase the ABB GoFa cobot. I’ll leave the details of the GoFa demo as a
surprise—come see for yourself what the students have created.”
Here is a recent article ABB wrote on Wheeling H.S.:
https://www.acteonline.org/blog/2024/08/20/wheeling-robots-robotics/
Please follow Christelle on LinkedIn for more information and updates:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christellekeefer/
Learn more about ABB Robotics in Education at: www.abb.com/robots and search under
Education tab.
In this episode of the PSA BizTech podcast we will be discussing the “business and technology” behind Education, Manufacturing and Robotics and how critical it is to align them all together.
Joining the podcast is @Gabe McCready, president of Integrated Systems Technologies (IST). Gabe and the team at IST has one main goal; to connect #education and #industry to ensure education and #training programs produce high skilled individuals ready to work in the manufacturing / automation workforce sector.
To learn more about IST, you can visit their website at https://www.istus.com
Please connect and follow Gabe on his LinkedIn page - / gabe-
mccready-a6370399/
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast where we will be discussing the “business and technology” behind @NEFF Automation, an Industrial Automation Distributor that also provides some integrated
value-add solutions.
Joining the podcast are two fellas from Neff Automation - @Matt Paioletti, Automation Product Sales
Manager and @Ben Mintz, Sales Team Leader.
They’ve both been cornerstones at Neff for give or take 12 years and are responsible for supporting and guiding NEFF’s Western NY & PA sales team, providing value-added solutions to their customer base.
NEFF Automation is a fourth generation, family-owned high-tech distributor with a mission to provide automation solutions designed to “enhance their customers’ competitiveness. Working very closely with their vendor partners and solution providers like @PSA Systems, NEFF connects their customers
with right products and solutions. Be sure to check them out at one of their local Manufacturing Expos!
Matt Paioletti’s LinkedIn page - linkedin.com/in/matthew-paioletti-2410056b
Ben Mintz’s LinkedIn page - linkedin.com/in/benjamin-mintz
Be sure to follow NEFF Automation on LinkedIn - / neff-automation
and check out their website at www.neffautomation.com
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast, we will be discussing the “business and technology”
behind Precision Collaborative Robotic Automation Solutions!
Joining the podcast is @Tim DeRosett, Director of Product at @Brooks Automation; a leading
provider of collaborative automation solutions. Prior to joining Brooks, Tim held various
leadership roles within product development at global companies like Adept,
Yaskawa/Motoman and Aethon.
Brooks Automation (www.brooks.com) has over 40 years of experience in the semiconductor
industry; specializing in precision collaborative robotics, integrated automation systems, and
contamination control solutions.
In this episode, you’ll learn how Brooks Automation got its start and how their products and
value-added solutions have evolved over the years.
Today, Brooks’ PreciseFlex #collaborative #robots (www.brooks.com/industrial-
automation/collaborative-robots/) are the most energy-efficient collaborative robots in the
world; consuming electricity equivalent to a 100-watt light bulb!
Paired with their newly released, fully integrated IntelliGuide Vision solutions
(www.brooks.com/industrial-automation/collaborative-robots/intelliguide-vision ), that embed
vision into their wide range of grippers to fulfill their mission…”to automate the mundane and
free employees for more meaningful work.”
Tim DeRosett can directly on his LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timderosett/.
And be sure to follow Brooks Automation at https://www.linkedin.com/company/brooks-
automation/ and check out their website at www.brooks.com.
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we will be discussing the “business and technology”
behind Always on Logistics through advanced AI driven automation solutions!
Joing the podcast is Erik Nieves, Co-Founder and CEO of PlusOne Robotics; a 3D and AI-powered
vision software and hardware company that developed robot agnostic parcel sorting and
depalletizing solutions for the Logistics Market.
We discussed how PlusOne was founded and how they evolved to over 1 billion picks world-
wide and is now expanding on their solution portfolio.
With PlusOne, Robots Work. People Rule!
Thank you to @Chewy.com for allowing the PSA BizTech podcast to discuss our success story
with our listeners! It was a wonderful #collaboration between the Chewy team, @PlusOne and
@PSA Systems.
Erik Nieves can directly on his LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/eriknieves/. And
be sure to follow PlusOne Robotics at https://www.linkedin.com/company/plusone-robotics/
and check out their website at www.plusonerobotics.com.
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we will be discussing the “business and technology” behind Jake Hall the “Manufacturing Millennial”!
With over 75,000 followers and 100,000,000+ views on his content, Jake ignites conversations and creates awareness about the latest in automation and technology to excite the current and future workforce on innovation possibilities. He also works directly with small manufacturers to Fortune 100 companies to encourage them to invest in skilled trades to attract the next generation workforce!
Jake Hall can directly on his LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobrhall/ and be sure to Ring the Bell
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we will be discussing the “business and technology” behind Fanuc America and one of its leaders, Dick Motley, who’s been with them for over 3 decades and held several leadership positions, including his most recent Global Director role for Fanuc America’s Authorized System Integrator Network & General Industrial Global Sales Coordination.
Visit www.fanucamerica.com to learn more about the global leader for industrial robots!
You may also reach out to Dick Motley directly at dick.motley@fanucamerica.com or his LinkedIn page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dick-motley-b1350812/
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Jake Cipriano Engineering Manager of Manufacturing Automation Systems or MAS, joins Marty and I as we discuss the “business and technology” behind their state of the art QC Plus 3D Scanning Systems and “Scan to Path” ready-to-deploy solutions.
MAS has developed a family of customizable automated metrology and inspection systems that enable their clients to add automated in-line measurements at any point in the manufacturing process.
And we’ll be discussing just how this all comes together in today’s podcast.
To learn more about MAS, you can visit their website at https://www.mfgautosys.com/
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In the episode of the PSA Biztech Podcast John, Marty and I discuss the business and technology behind Alba Manufacturing’s conveyor and material handling solutions.
For over 50 years, ALBA has been engineering, designing & manufacturing rock solid industrial pallet handling equipment and conveyor solutions.
To learn more about ALBA, you can visit their website at www.albamfg.com//
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast Matt, Marty and I discuss the mission behind the ARM Institute (Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing) and how this savvy tech organization is helping the local western PA workforce and manufacturing community succeed through workforce development and career placement services, and their involvement in the Build Back Better program.
To learn more about the ARM Institute, visit their website at http://www.arminstitute.org
Follow them on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/arm-advanced-robotics-for-manufacturing
Hoping to advance your education in robotics, check out https://arminstitute.org/our-work/workforce-development-services/
Interested in a career in robotics and automation, check out www.Roboticscareer.org to learn more and personalize your robotics career path!
Get the Facts About the Impact on Robotics and Jobs https://arminstitute.org/news/robots-jobs-whats-the-truth/
Upcoming A3 Event in Pittsburgh - https://www.automate.org/events/international-robot-safety-conference-2023
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Doug Ritterman, VP of Conveyor Handling Company based in Elkridge, MD. Doug explains what it was like growing up in and around a multi-generational material handling distribution/integration company, how he became involved in the business and how he’s now leading CHC as an industry leader for turnkey material handling and packaging solutions.
To learn more about Conveyor Handling Company, you can visit their website at www.conveyorhandling.com.
Podcast Video YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6Dw5k5skIs
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Brandon Coates, Director of Integration, at Mujin, Inc. We’ll be discussing the business and technology behind intelligent robotic products and solutions from Mujin and how they bring these solutions to market.
To learn more about Mujin Corporation, you can visit their website at www.mujin-corp.com
Podcast video on YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kZxKfC7ZhQ
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Dr. Jill Murray and Robin Crane of Lackawanna College.
We’ll be discussing the “business and technology” behind the newly launched Robotics & Integrated Technology Program at Lackawanna College’s Center for Technology and Innovation. Where, at Lackawanna College, their mission is to provide a quality education to all persons who seek to improve their lives and better the communities in which they live.
To learn more about Lackawanna College and the Robotics & Technology Program at CTI, you can visit their website at www.lackawanna.edu or directly contact either Dr. Jill Murray at murrayj@lackawanna.edu or Robin Crane at craner@lackawanna.edu
Podcast video on YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=su71YZ7tFCw
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In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Jeffrey Pulaski, Project Manager & Sales Support Engineer for SMT Tooling, a division of the PSA Community of Businesses. We’ll discuss the “business and technology” behind Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Tooling and how SMT Tooling is addressing their customer’s needs.
To learn more about SMT Tooling, you can visit their website at www.smttooling.com or www.psasystems.com and click on the SMT Page.
Podcast video on YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBvzDyTtOGU
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Peter Martinez, Head of Channel at Vention. We’ll be discussing the business and technology behind Vention’s out of the box automation solutions to help jump start your factory automation.
To learn more about Vention, you can visit their website at www.vention.io or reach out to Peter via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/petermart/
Podcast video on YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWiQUGeDMAM
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Bob Little, the President/General Manager of ATI Industrial Automation. We’ll be discussing the business and technology behind robotic EoAT and accessories, particularly ones that are attached to or compliment a process being performed by an industrial or collaborative robot.
To learn more about ATI Corporation, you can visit their website at www.ati-ia.com or reach out to Bob via LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-little-707791a/
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Johanna Lidgren, Marketing Manager at Kawasaki Robotics to discuss the business and technology behind Industrial Trade Shows with a focus on Pack Expo 2022, which will be held at the McCormick Center in Chicago from October 23rd – 26th.
Times are changing in the Packaging Industry and now more than ever, top CEO’s, GM’s and Plant Managers are traveling to these industry specific trade shows looking for solutions to help them solve real world production challenges. That’s where PSA and Kawasaki can make a real impact with real world solutions to help boost production efficiencies and throughput!
PSA will be exhibiting in collaboration with Kawasaki Robotics as we formerly launch the PSA Sniper High-Speed Packaging Cell! Please stop by Booth N-5946 to see what the buzz is all about!
To learn more about Kawasaki Robotics, you can visit their website at www.kawasakirobotics.com or email them at info@kri-us.com
To learn more about Production Systems Automation please visit our website at www.psasystems.com or email us at info@psasystems.com
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In this episode of the PSA Podcast we are joined by Kevin Jones. Kevin has enjoyed a long career producing award winning immersive interactive content for Multi-Media, Education and Manufacturing industries. Throughout his career he’s gained valuable knowledge in the art of design, form and function of digital content.
In 2018, along with business partner Eric Thomas, he cofounded VizVibe LLC to create immersive and interactive experiences that help raise awareness, fuel engagement and enhance educational training and learning.
VizVibe specializes in creating interactive media content for a multitude of industries such as manufacturing, maintenance, advertising/marketing, transportation, education and tourism.
During the podcast will be discussing the “business and technology” behind Augmented Reality in Manufacturing, Maintenance and Education.
You can learn more about VizVibe by visiting their website at www.vizvibe.com
To find out more about Production Systems Automation and to hear more podcasts, go to www.psasystems.com
In this episode of the PSA BizTech Podcast we are joined by Johanna Lidgren, Marketing Manager at Kawasaki Robotics. Johanna is a change-maker in the automation field who pushes the boundaries of traditional industrial marketing. By combining big-picture thinking and the ability to implement strategies quickly; she has altered the way Kawasaki Robotics thinks about branding and marketing activities.
Kawasaki Robotics has over 50 years of experience and thousands of robots installed worldwide. With payloads ranging from 3 to 1,500 kg, Kawasaki’s diverse robotic offerings can handle any application, from high precision PCB assembly to full-layer palletizing.
You’ll soon find out why Kawasaki Robotics TRULY is an automation partner you can trust!
To learn more about Kawasaki Robotics, you can visit their website at www.kawasakirobotics.com or email them at info@kri-us.com
To learn more about Production Systems Automation please visit our website at www.psasystems.com or email us at info@psasystems.com
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In this episode of the PSA Podcast we are joined by Mike Nager. Mike is the author of (2) publications, “The Smart Student’s Guide to Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0”, as well as “The Smart Manufacturing Terms You Need to Know!”. Mike also co-founded the Solution Center of Festo Didactic, the leading provider of technical training equipment. In this role, he works with colleges and universities to create Smart “Learning” Factories inside the classroom to educate the next generation of technicians and engineers.
During the podcast we will be discussing the “business and technology” behind Industry 4.0/Smart Manufacturing and Festo Didactic, a company that’s leading the way in Advanced/Smart Educational Automation Training Cells.
To learn more about Festo Didactic please check out their website at www.festodidactic.com.
Feel free to connect and follow Mike Nager on his LinkedIn page. Mention this podcast and Mike will send you a free e-Copy of his book “The Smart Student’s Guide to Smart Manufacturing and Industry 4.0”: https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=mike%20nager&origin=RICH_QUERY_SUGGESTION&position=0&searchId=58db1900-bf50-42b2-8079-4f121a933654&sid=4hO
To find out more about Production Systems Automation and to hear more podcasts, go to www.psasystems.com
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In this episode of the PSA Podcast we are joined by Kirk Goins. Kirk is the CEO of Luminator Technology Group based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Kirk has more than 30 years of experience in industrial automation and technology, previously serving as CEO for the Paslin Company, a turnkey systems integrator focused on robotic automation in the automotive market.
Luminator is uniquely positioned to provide solutions to connect transit passengers to vital information while supporting the operational objectives of efficient transit operations. Supporting transit bus and rail car manufacturers as well as public transit operators around the globe, Luminator is developing and delivering technology with tangible benefits to public transit.
During the podcast will be discussing the “business and technology” behind the Mass Transit industry and how it has evolved over the years and in particular, over the last 18 to 20 months; as the industry certainly had to pivot around the “Covid-effect”.
To learn more about Luminator Technology Group, you can visit their website at www.luminator.com .
Feel free to connect and follow Kirk Goins on his LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirk-goins-7627551/
To find out more about Production Systems Automation and to hear more podcasts, go to www.psasystems.com
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In this episode of the PSA Podcast we are joined by Scott Mazzulla. Scott is the President & CEO of the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology based in Troy, Ohio.; where he’s spent the last 10 years of his career in multiple leadership roles that ultimately helped define The Institute’s overall business vision, strategy and direction.
The Hobart Institute of Welding Technology is a nonprofit institution dedicated to hands-on welding training and education excellence.
During the podcast we will be discussing the “business of education” in metal fabrication, in particular, Arc Welding. We will deep dive into what educational institutions, like the Hobart Institute, are doing to prepare individuals who wish to enter this exciting and rewarding career path.
To learn more about the Hobart Institute of Welding Technology, you can visit their website at www.welding.org or call in to speak to one of their Career Development Representatives - (937) 332-9500. Feel free to connect and follow Scott Mazzulla on his LinkedIn page: linkedin.com/in/scottamazzulla
To find out more about Production Systems Automation and to hear more podcasts, go to www.psasystems.com
Chris Speicher, Director of Entrepreneurship, Marywood University and Co-Founder of DartDrones Flight School - dartdrones.com, joins Host Michael McHale, CEO of PSA Systems on this edition of the PSA Podcast. As Mike points out at the beginning of the interview, Chris and Mike will cover entrepreneurship, university learning, and drones. Listen for: * Remote learning * Remote work * Companies are still recruiting * Do students still want to be on campus? * And all things drones - how did DartDrones launch the business and what is happening (or going to happen) in this exciting new space. Was DartDrones REALLY on Shark Tank?
Learn more at dartdrones.com. Find more about Dr. Chris Speicher at https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-speicher-18156121/. You'll also find the work being done at Michael McHale's business, PSA Systems fascinating. Learn more here: psasystems.com. PSA Systems was #761 on Inc's 5000 list of the fastest growing privately owned companies in America. PSA Podcast is a production of Business Builders Media LLC. This is where entrepreneurs and business people have the tools to get their voices heard. Go to businessbuildersmedia.com to learn more and to contact us for more information.
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The conversation that Michael McHale of PSA Systems and I (Marty Wolff) had with Kirk J. Elken of Securitas Global, is one of the most important topics I have ever covered in my 10 years as a business journalist!
Kirk's company, securitasglobal.com helps executives sleep better at night. How and when you extend credit to your customers has never been more important. Covid-19 has put many businesses, potentially even some of your "best" customers in danger of not being able to pay for the products or services you have supplied. The "normal" credit standards you applied in the past may not be relevant today. You need specialized help to protect your business from cash flow difficulties and possibly disaster for you.
Mitigating your credit risk is vitally important. And, there are many positive reasons why a firm like securitasglobal.com can be an important asset for your business. Such as: if you manage your credit risks, you may be able to extend better credit terms to your customer, giving you a competitive advantage. And, your lenders will most likely be more cooperative with you, knowing you are protecting yourself from potential losses when a customer does not pay you.
You can reach Kirk Elken at (215) 901-6590. His website is securitasglobal.com. If you want to learn more about Michael McHale and his company Production Systems Automation, go to psasystems.com. The PSA Podcast is a production of Business Builders Media LLC, businessbuildersmedia.com You can reach Marty Wolff via phone or text at 570 815 1626. Thanks for listening.
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In episode 13 PSA’s Mike McHale joins host Marty Wolff to discuss robotic sorting solutions with Eric Camirand, COO of Waste Robotics. Founded in 2016, Waste Robotics utilizes AI and vision technology to create robotic solutions for the recycling and waste industry. Waste Robotics’ systems perform precision sorting of waste products and are able to process items not only by size and shape but also by evaluating and sorting based off of the chemistry of the product. Waste Robotics provides sorting as a service and can solve recycling plant challenges including human error, reliability and utilizing robotics instead of people in an often undesirable environment.
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PSA's Michael McHale announces the launch of a medical soft products sanitizing machine in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. PSA is joined by host Marty Wolff and discusses modifying an existing bed bug oven design to create a medical PPE sanitation unit which effectively kills the COVID-19 virus. PSA was able to add a moist heat oven solution which adds humidity and sufficient heat required in a cycle time of about 30 minutes for sanitation of medical PPE and soft goods which meets current CDC guidelines.
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In episode 11, Marty Wolff and PSA’s Michael McHale speak with Dr. Tim Simpson, Professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Penn State University. Dr. Simpson oversees the first graduate program in Additive Manufacturing and Design, and has published several articles in Modern Machine Shop magazine. He explains that additive manufacturing is the process of building up a part layer by layer; for example, 3D printing of dental aligners, hearing aids, and even hip implants. This conversation covers Penn State’s graduate degree program, it’s relevance to manufacturing industries, as well as the history and future of this technology.
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In Episode 10, Marty Wolff and PSA’s Michael McHale venture outside of the industrial realm to cover technology related to advancements and trends in eSports. Anthony Gaud, CEO of Gaud-Hammer Gaming Group (G3) joins to discuss the ever expanding technology of electronic sports competitions. Anthony brings extensive technical and company development skills to foster partnerships and sponsorships relating to eSports. As the technology of gaming advances and the community of competitors grows, G3 helps to expand the reach of competitive gaming as well as maintain a safe and supportive community for all who enjoy eSports.
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Host Marty Wolff and PSA’s Mike McHale discuss the future of automation with the head of Robotics at Phillips Haas Jason McCurdy. Phillips Haas has strategically partnered with Universal Robots and PSA to offer a collaborative machine tending solution to transform factory productivity and profitability. Jason’s chief responsibility is to implement automation solutions which can allow Phillips Haas to stay competitive in the future both domestically and internationally. Both Jason and PSA’s Mike McHale agree that companies need to look to automation to fill the gap left by the skilled labor shortage and also help keep labor costs down while remaining competitive and flexible.
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Entrepreneur Tony Wallace from Automate America and PSA’s Michael McHale explore utilizing online solutions to access contract on-demand skilled labor to complete outsourced project work. Automate America is an online marketplace that pairs suppliers and contractors with customers who are actively searching for contract engineers and automation professionals. All automation suppliers complete a skills survey and have professional liability insurance and offer flexible workforce options to companies in a diverse variety of industries.
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Universal Robots head of Marketing for Americas Joseph Campbell discusses the collaborative robot automation solution in today’s industrial world with host Marty Wolff and PSA CEO Michael McHale. UR Robots continues to experience tremendous growth utilizing collaborative solutions for light duty payloads and simple applications where they can offer a Return on Investment to provide a robotic solution that can work side by side with human operators. UR Robots relies on partners such as PSA to identify applications that require an intrinsically safe collaborative solution with quick delivery, approachable technology and simplified installation and service.
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PSA CEO Mike McHale and host Marty Wolff welcome Chief Technology Officer of SciSwift LLC Ted Brunelle. Ted is an entrepreneur working with the department of defense to put Artificial Intelligence in place to interpret and utilize data to optimize defense initiatives. Ted discusses the future of A.I. and its purpose both in the military, for businesses and in a manufacturing environment. SciSwift artificial intelligence solutions can be used in conjunction with industrial robotics to transform a company by increasing efficiency using smart automation. Both PSA and SciSwift reveal that talent and resources are sourced locally and very often using partner companies, both businesses rely on sourcing employees from local colleges and tech programs.
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Marty Wolff and PSA’s Mike McHale discuss solving challenging and unique material handling applications with CEO Carl Vause of Soft Robotics (www.softroboticsinc.com). Soft Robotics offers robotic gripping systems made of highly compliant material that can safely and effectively grasp items of varying size, shape and weight with the same tool. Soft Robotics specializes in handling material that previously could only be picked up with the human hand and is not suitable for traditional foam compression or vacuum suction cup end effector solutions. Carl and Mike also discuss staffing small businesses with a variety of talent and partnering with a network of resources within the automation and manufacturing industries to help adapt to ever changing customer needs and grow the business.
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In this fourth episode PSA’s Michael McHale introduces entrepreneur guest Joseph Callahan CEO of The Ciright Companies. Joe is a Drexel graduate with a background in HVAC equipment distribution and created the Ciright companies after realizing the essential need for companies to be able to share and utilize real time data for various aspects of business. Ciright’s goal is to empower others to make money by sharing technology. Joe has grown Ciright into a multi -million IT company, one of Ciright’s core products are tablets that deposit real time information into databases directly integrated into the general ledger and accessible by field technicians, engineers, decision makers and company personnel. During the podcast, both PSA’s Mike McHale and Joe discuss utilizing the company’s employee assets and talents to grow the company and being able to shift company employee assets and utilize technology to allow for maximum company efficiency.
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Mike McHale introduces PSA’s Nick Rosati and Corey Hohol who lead PSA’s military and QA/QC programs to discuss how PSA is bringing non-traditional engineering roles into their defense program. PSA discusses inspection, prototyping and quality roles and utilizing engineering to improve mechanical processes that are used in both DOD and commercial industrial machining. PSA reviews the importance of quality inspections and engineering parts with reasonable tolerance limits and designs so that they can be fabricated efficiently and at a lower cost. PSA’s Mike McHale also discusses the shortage of skilled machinists and trades people and the value of skilled labor in our industry.
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CEO Mike McHale and Defense electromechanical engineer Dan Lykens discuss PSA’s drone program for the Department of Defense. PSA is currently developing drones for monitoring and surveillance purposes under a DOD contract at its Scranton/Wilkes Barre area location. PSA discusses the differences between dangerous slaughter-bot drones and how PSA is developing safe and purposeful drones for the military. Podcast includes discussions on using drones for purposes like delivery, photography, land survey and agriculture and specialized engineering skill requirements such as circuit board design, programming and aerodynamic design that are needed for PSA’s drone program.
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Marty Wolff introduces PSA’s CEO Michael McHale launching PSA’s podcast to explore the development of manufacturing in the US, Automation, Technology and associated business. PSA discusses bringing manufacturing back to the US and the changing world of automation. Includes a discussion of how automation is changing the industrial world and how robotics and AI are creating an improved environment for the world of manufacturing. PSA will be discussing drones, software, robotics and how the changing world of technology relates to business in upcoming podcasts.
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