EECO Asks Why Podcast

Justin Shover is a driven leader.  His passion is supporting and helping others develop their careers to find fulfillment. Justin reveals some of the areas he focuses on and how his journey from the military to industry has shaped him to the be the leader he is today. This conversation is full of insight and inspiration.  For those that are considering this industry for their careers Justin's...

Tim Shope walks us thru what is happening right now in industry as an effect of COVID-19. Things are evolving daily and Tim has solid insight to what has already changed and what we can expect from industry moving forward. This is a thought provoking episode that could help as you think thru the coming changes to industry and actions to consider to keep yourself and your work environment safe. Gue...

Matthew walks us thru his journey as a young engineer in industry. He has a passion for learning and pushes himself daily for growth. Automation excites Matthew and if you're new to industry you'll appreciate his approach to learning and his unique perspective on how he meets challenges head on. His story is sure to inspire and he is absolutely one of our Heroes! Guest: Matthew Simmons C...

There are two predominant protocols that we hear about in industry. Ethernet IP and Profinet both have their strengths and areas of influence. In this episode our local expert K Sorsenginh goes thru some great points to consider. Check it out and see who comes away the champ of protocols! Guest: K Sorsenginh Solution Architect Host: Chris Grainger . Executive Producer: Adam Sheets . Audio Engineer...

In this episode we get to learn from Luis Molinet about his unique journey.  From his roots in Chile to where he is now supporting a growing and changing world of manufacturing. Luis' story covers some of the hurdles he's faced and how overcoming those are possible with the right attitude and determination. This is a fun conversation and is one that is sure to inspire others to pursue th...

In this episode, Santa Thangavel discusses the much-needed sensational topic of remote connectivity to address the current scenario of Manufacturers trying to access their machines and keep up the productivity while staying remote. Security, Administrative access, how to select the right remote access solution are some of the topics that are touched upon in this short encounter. It’s never late to...

In this episode we get to learn more about our Mr. Chase Boehlke who is the motion control specialists at Siemens. Chase's passion really comes thru in this interview as he's dedicated his professional career to support industry. His high energy and glass half full outlook makes him a ton of fun in the field. If there are additional questions for Chase please let us know.  We hope you en...

In this episode Mike Rathbun breaks down why visualization is important, who can benefit from this technology and how to get started. The safety aspect really comes out in this discussion. The cool part is that we learn that this technology is easier to implement than most think and Mike shares some practical ways to get started. Please let us know what questions you have and also any feedback you...

We sit down with one of our industry heroes and have a meaningful discussion on how he tackles the responsibilities of a reliability engineer at Cascasdes.  Robb shares insight to tools and processes that he utilizes in his everyday role that make an impact. We have some fun and talk a little bit of life away from manufacturing and how finding a way to unwind is important for everyone.  We think y...

Why should you care about testing your electrical distribution equipment? In this episode we have one of the top minds in industry walk you thru some of the most important testing that should be considered for maximum reliability. This conversation brings detail with tangible items that you can implement right now in your facility to improve your testing program. Guest: Dan Leeman - Eaton District...

Sit back and enjoy a fun conversation with one of the brightest engineers we've had the pleasure to work with. Saurabh has a diverse background and his story is captivating. His role has him working with one of the top surgical robotic companies in the world.  He gives insight to what drives him and great insight to those searching for meaning. We would love your feedback on this conversation...

A single line diagram, also referred to as a one-line diagram, is usually a single page document that represents a facilities electrical distribution infrastructure. Knowing how to read one of these documents can be intimidating.  In this episode we'll break down how to read a one line diagram, potential gotcha moments and insight on how to become more confident the next time one of these are...

So what is this all about?  In summary, we dive into industrial manufacturing topics and spotlight the heroes that keep America running.  We focus on advice and insight from the top minds of industry because people and ideas will be how America remains number one in manufacturing in the world. Each episode will be hero or idea focused.  We hope you enjoy the discussions and really would like to kn...