Advanced Automation by Calvary Robotics

Dive into the latest episode of "Advanced Automation" by Calvary Robotics, where host Josh Gravel chats with Sean Foley, the global product manager at Banner Engineering. With a mechanical engineering degree and a wealth of experience in industrial automation, Sean takes us through his journey from a pivotal internship to his current role, highlighting his passion for problem-solving and innovatio...

In a fascinating conversation with Mark Arnold, Electronic Product Sales Manager at SMC Corporation of America, we delve into the world of sustainability in automation and the evolving landscape of machine monitoring. Mark's journey from a machine design engineer to a leading figure in electronic product sales at SMC offers a compelling glimpse into the intersection of engineering prowess and sale...

We have the pleasure of hearing from Michal, the P3 Product Director from Stratasys, and Jared Glover, the CEO and Co-founder of CapSen Robotics. Michal discusses Stratasys' focus on polymer 3D printing and its ambition to lead the transition of 3D printing into manufacturing. The discussion centers around the evolution of Stratasys' application from concept to final system, emphasizing the import...

As industrial automation rapidly takes hold across numerous sectors, many ponder its future trajectory and potential impacts. Questions about the intersection of technology, labor, and efficiency in the industrial sector remain. What does the future hold for industrial automation? Some significant trends in industrial automation today include AI, asset management, industrial IoT, and cybersecurity...

Technology is continuously developing and improving production, especially within the food and beverage industry. Automations have increased within the last 20 years for a variety of reasons. A stark labor shortage, the need to enhance productivity to keep up with the booming industry, and new and needed safety conditions for employees are all possible factors to consider when incorporating automa...

On this episode of Advanced Automation, host Josh Gravelle spoke with Scott Pask, VP of Sales and Marketing for Minuteman Empire Automation Systems. Scott talks about what makes the company a leader in selling automation products, along with how he brought his many years of experience to the role and how the company always strives to assist their customers first and foremost. With a variety of pro...

Between January 16-18, 2023, a record number of people working in the automation field attended the A3 Business Forum in Orlando, Florida. The annual forum hosts events relating to robotics, vision and imaging, motion control and motors, and the newest addition: artificial intelligence. The three-day forum is also a major networking opportunity for professionals in the automation industry and a ch...

The industrial automation industry is expected to continue growing by over 9% between now and 2029. As the market matures, so do its customers’ needs. What are some of the newest products on offer in the industry and how are companies working with client needs? On this new episode of Advanced Automation, host Josh Gravelle chats with Bill Eppich, expert and Vice President of Weiss North America, a...

Josh Gravelle tapped a leader in AI robotics for expert insights on how AI is making an impact on robotics today and into the future. Eric Danziger, Co-Founder and CEO of Invisible AI, a company driven by the principle of building state-of-the-art AI solutions for manufacturing. The goal behind invisible AI technology is to be a new stream of information, a place to get operational details inside...

Güdel is the prime example of quality in European design, a Switzerland based company that’s had its fresh start in gear racks and pinions in the early 1950s. Flash-forward to today, they’ve expanded their platform into linear modules and robotics, offering a full range of single and multi-access platforms. Güdel has since differentiated from their competitors with innovations in linear axis syste...

So, what is it like to receive such praise from the industry? Cal-TV’s Joe Gemma brought along Jeff Burnstein, President of A3, the Association for Advancing Automation, to talk about this high honor with three past recipients; Martin Beuhler, CTO of Wavemaker Labs; Catherine Morris, Retired Former Director of Auto Sales at ATI Industrial Automation; and Rory Cooper, Assistant Vice Chancellor of R...

Companies are embracing ever-evolving technology almost as quickly as it is becoming available. With increased technology and automation, innovation comes with new ideas which leads to new projects and initiatives being created. Who can handle the job? One of the most important roles in any organization: the project manager role. Project managers possess a variety of set skills and oftentimes wear...

Project managers play key roles in ensuring that jobs stay on track, on time and on budget; and the supply chain challenges over the last two years have made their job even harder. Advanced Automation Host Josh Gravelle welcomed Jeff Smith, project manager of Boulter Industrial Contractors, to share how his company minimizes the strain. Boulter, an industrial contracting company since 1892, provid...

Edwards holds a Ph. D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Northwestern University. She has served as the principal investigator on fundamental and applied research projects, focusing on oxide materials for fuel cells, batteries, thermoelectric devices, environmental remediation, and solar energy applications. They talked about her career and how science can change the world. Growing up on a...

Being a woman in STEM can be challenging. But, for many, it’s a field with limitless opportunities and the potential for life-changing growth. Michelle Hand, who holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, was always attracted to the mechanical side of things. She grew up in a family of “backyard engineers,” was enamored with race cars, and found her career footing as a mechanical enginee...

Each team member brings something unique to the table at Calvary Robotics. Their experience and expertise ensure that the company innovates and provides the best products for its users. On Advanced Automation, host Josh Gravelle spoke with Jamie Green, Director of Manufacturing, Calvary Robotics. Green has over 23 years of experience in manufacturing and is an engineer. He worked with Calvary as a...

Demand for American manufactured goods is soaring, and March 2021 set a three-year high for U.S. manufacturing activity. Yet, there are currently 500,000 skilled labor positions unfilled. What’s the answer to closing the shortage gap? That’s the topic for CalTV, as host Tyler Kern spoke to return guest Joe Gemma, Global VP Sales and Marketing at Calvary Robotics. “Manufacturing is different than i...

As companies grow and change, employees do, as well. Some might stay for a short time before moving on to better things, while some stay a lifetime. It’s always essential to get the perspective of long-time employees, as they’ve seen things change for the better. On this episode of Advanced Automation, A Podcast By Calvary Robotics, host Josh Gravelle talked with Chris Passero, Lead Machine Builde...

Buying and selling changed dramatically in the last year, accelerated by the pandemic, forcing both parties to use digital channels. Back to discuss COVID-19’s influence on global selling, Christoph Schell, Chief Commercial Officer at HP, talked with Calvary TV host Joe Gemma. The second conversation focuses on eCommerce, social selling, omnichannel and other paradigm shifts.  Schell described HP’...