Advanced Manufacturing Now

Nick Haase, co-founder of MaintainX, has spent thousands of hours on the shop floor helping manufacturing leaders transform their operations with frontline-friendly software and AI.  He joins Senior Editor David Muller to discuss the origins of MaintainX and the current state of computerized maintenance management system software. 

RAPID + TCT 2025, North America's largest and most influential additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing event, once again brought together the brightest minds in AM. In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, the SME Media editorial team get together to share the most noteworthy insights they discovered on the show floor this year. 

Zoovu is an AI search and product discovery platform designed to put the right parts in the right hands. In the manufacturing industry, those parts could mean the difference between fulfilling a multimillion dollar order, or not. James Novak, CEO of Zoovu, joins Editor David Muller to discuss Zoovu with a lens on manufacturing companies. 

In this episode, we talk with Gabe Kooyers, a machining instructor who's redefining what manufacturing education looks like. Blending hands-on experience with engineering design principles and a bold focus on CNC training from day one, Kooyers is preparing students to meet the demands of modern industry with confidence. We explore how his innovative teaching methods, creative student portfolios (t...

Jason Hehman, vertical leader of industry 4.0 at TXI, wants to empower manufacturing with the kind of insight only a digital twin can provide. He speaks with Editor Lawrence Moebs on developing pragmatic solutions with smart manufacturing technology. 

Jerry Capo, vice president of technology at Product Evaluation Systems, and Dr. Alex Kinsey, technical lead of metallurgy, failure analysis at ATS, speak with Editor Lawrence Moebs about a crucially important aspect of any manufacturing: testing. In the case of additive manufacturing, the variability and complexity of the processes involved means testing is all the more critical. 

The Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) wants to solve the biggest challenges facing cybersecurity in the U.S manufacturing industry. Gabriela Ciocarlie, Chief Technology Officer of CyManII, speaks with Lead Contributing Editor Amy Bryson about cybersecurity considerations for manufacturers of all sizes. 

Brigitte de Vet, CEO of Materialise, knows that additive manufacturing technology has the potential for a revolutionary impact on the manufacturing industry, even if it might be a slow revolution. Editor-in-Chief Steve Plumb speaks with Brigitte about where the AM industry has been and where it's heading.

As additive manufacturing technology advances, so does the sophistication of 3D-printed materials. Whatever you choose to use in your process, your grinder needs to handle everything you throw at it. Editor Lawrence Moebs speaks with Erik Lawson of DCM Tech about getting the most out of your rotary surface grinder in additive manufacturing. 

Dr. Deb Volzer wants to change the narrative around manufacturing career opportunities.  She spearheaded the development of SME's Manufacturing Imperative Workforce Pipeline Challenge (MI-WPC) with the express purpose of raising enrollment by 1,000 individuals per year, per college in STEM and manufacturing related programs.  As the program finishes its inaugural year, editor-in-chief Steve Plumb...

How can we ignite a passion for STEM in young minds and create a more diverse engineering workforce? Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of Shonali Ditz, Co-Founder and Executive Director of SparkShop. Shonali shares her personal journey, from navigating the challenges of engineering at Northwestern University to co-founding SparkShop, an organization dedicated to empowering the next gene...

In this episode, host David Muller speaks with Ron Crabtree, CEO of MetaOps , about the current landscape of manufacturing, particularly for small and medium-sized manufacturers. They discuss the challenges these manufacturers face, including digital transformation, workforce shortages, and the impact of automation and AI.

In this latest episode, editor-in-chief Steve Plumb sits down with Smart Manufacturing lead contributing editor Amy Bryson and contributing editor Kip Hanson, to discuss the April issue of  Smart Shop Essentials . They detail some of the informative stories you'll be able to read, and they also give a small preview into the upcoming June issue.  To learn more about  Smart Shop Essentials , visit a...

In this episode, host Steve Plumb speaks with Howard Grimes, CEO of CyManII , about the critical importance of cybersecurity in the manufacturing sector. They discuss the evolving landscape of cyber threats, the innovative approaches CyManII is taking to address these challenges, and the importance of workforce development in enhancing cybersecurity measures.

In today's episode, editor-in-chief Steve Plumb talks with SME colleagues Stacey Eeman, Director of Industry Strategy, and Dave Morton, Group Director for the Manufacturing Technology Series, about AeroDef 2025 , highlighting its significance in the aerospace and defense sectors. They also cover the importance of face-to-face interactions, the role of Michigan in manufacturing, new exhibitors, co-...

In this episode, host Steve Plumb discusses the integration of emerging technologies, particularly AI, in the manufacturing sector with guests Jon Star,  Director of Marketing at Methods Machine Tools , and Mike Kaminski Jr., CEO of Multiaxis, LLC . They explore the current state of the industry, the challenges posed by workforce shortages, and the importance of data management.

We've hit the trifecta in this latest episode! Join  Smart Manufacturing  contributing lead editor Amy Bryson as she previews our April issue with SME Media editor-in-chief Steve Plumb and contributing editor Kip Hanson. They discuss  Smart's  articles on workforce development, technological innovations, and the impact of AI on supply chain resilience.

In this episode, Steve Plumb explores the SME Bright Minds Student Mentorship Program with  Robert Komljenovic , Operating Board Member for Acieta and mentor to Hailey Kressin, student at the Colorado School of Mines . They highlight the journeys of Robert and Hailey, the dynamics of the mentorship program, and the challenges faced in balancing academic and professional aspirations.

In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Lawrence Moebs speaks with Sundeep Ahluwalia, Chief Product Officer at TDK SensEI , about the evolution of manufacturing technologies from traditional condition-based monitoring (CBM) to advanced machine health monitoring. They discuss the role of AI in predictive maintenance, the importance of predictive insights and prescriptive actions, and th...

In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Lawrence Moebs speaks with Parsable CEO Matt Belkin about the critical role of digitization and AI in modern manufacturing. They discuss the challenges of traditional paper-based processes, the transformative potential of AI, and how technology can help address labor shortages. 

In this episode of "Manufacturing the Workforce of Tomorrow," we sit down with Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, a groundbreaking social enterprise that provides meaningful employment for autistic adults while delivering top-tier tech services. With a deep passion for neurodiversity and a personal connection to the cause, May shares how she has helped grow Aspiritech into a thriving organization that b...

In this episode, join SME Media Editor-in-Chief Steve Plumb, Contributing Lead Editor of Smart Manufacturing Amy Bryson, and Contributing Editor Kip Hanson as they preview the latest issue of SME Media's newest publication, Smart Shop Essentials . 

In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Steve Plumb speaks with Kelly Visconti, principal deputy director of the Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains (MESC) at the Department of Energy. They discuss the role of MESC in strengthening U.S. manufacturing, addressing workforce shortages, and the impact of legislation like the CHIPS Act and the Infrastructure Act. Resources ment...

In this episode of Advanced Manufacturing Now, host Lawrence Moebs speaks with Gerrit Stuchtey , Customer Experience Director at Arvato Systems . They discuss the challenges faced by service technicians in the manufacturing industry, particularly in the context of digital transformation and the integration of AI technologies. Stuchtey highlights the importance of timely service, documentation, and...

In this episode, host David Muller speaks with Daniel Joseph Barry, vice president of product marketing at Configit , about the challenges and solutions in the manufacturing industry, particularly focusing on the impact of an aging workforce and the importance of automation and configuration lifecycle management (CLM). They discuss how CLM can help manufacturers streamline processes, capture exper...