That Engineering Chat

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Paul Michael, the managing director of Coventry Building Society Arena. Paul shares that EDS has been here since 2012 and engages with exactly what Coventry represents - a hub of engineering and manufacturing. Paul and Nicole talk about pre-pandemic event numbers and the importance of nurturing these relationships throughout th...

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to The Lord Mayor Councillor for the city of Coventry, John McNicholas. John speaks about Coventry as being the city of culture for 2021 and how the city has many strengths as it has been involved in engineering across time, it is the centre of the country and so is easily accessible and it is a fantastic multicultural place to be...

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to James East, the managing director for the UK and Ireland of Wurth Electronics UK. James has been with the German company for twelve and a half years and studied electronics at university. The company itself is 30 years old and has had 25 of those years in the UK. Wurth Electronics UK is an electronic component manufacturer whic...

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Kevin Howse, the chief sales officer of Simms. Simms are memory specialist distributors who were established in 1990. Kevin himself has been there 17 years. Kevin speaks about the success of Simms, who are having a record year, with there being a trend for more data so a clear need for them in the market as we go through the di...

In this episode of That Engineering Chat EDS takeover, Nicole chats to Robert Jones, the managing director of Robafoam. Robafoam is an 8-year-old company that became independently British this year. They specialise in robotically applied foam seals and Rob explains how they can both fix seals and work with designers to create seals. Rob speaks about growth in the number of clients from the constru...

Welcome to That Engineering Chat EDS takeover! Nicole chats with Chatty Hatter team members Suzanne and Rachel to introduce this podcast takeover Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As the country’s roads are at a standstill as panic buying continues to clog up petrol stations, That Engineering Chat changes track and looks at the complexities of designing for railways. Relec Electronics specialises in power supplies and displays that can meet the demanding environments of trains around the world. Nicole and Caroline talk to sales director, John Stone, about the temperature ex...

Helping customers is one thing, but Relec goes further and supports the next generation of engineers with practical offerings such as samples and technical advice. It also helps communities with charity fundraising. John Stone tells Nicole and Caroline about why Relec gets involved in many and varied extra-curricular activities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone has heard about Industry 4.0 and is talking about it but Paul Jepson asks if we really know what’s behind the catchy label and what does it mean for manufacturing. He talks Nicole and Caroline through the reality of smart automation using real-life examples to de-mystify the topic and to reassure them that it’s not complex but it is helpful! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

In this podcast, Relec’s Matthew Rehm explains where and how TFT displays are integrated into the equipment we use every day. Nicole and Caroline find out about the different touch screens and customisation services to make safe, tough display panels for use in all conditions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new world of the VAR opened up for Nicole in this podcast with Relec’s sales director, John Stone as he talks about the role of a value added reseller. Nicole and Caroline learned what expertise a VAR brings and the value of communication with the customer to produce a winning product. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does it take to re-imagine a successful show in a virtual format? Nicole and Caroline ask Mark Allen Exhibitions’ portfolio director, Gordon Kirk, what it took to pivot to a virtual event and what to expect at EDS-Reconnect which runs (online) for two days from 31 March. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this podcast, Nicole and Caroline are surprised to find that despite a global pandemic, component shortages and Brexit, the future of electronic manufacturing services is bright. Their guest, Dynamic EMS’ MD, John Dignan, explains how pivoting production, diversification and an eye for emerging technologies, have been the key to growth for this UK-based EMS specialist. Hosted on Acast. See acas...

Electric motors are everywhere but not are created equal. How do you decide which is the right one for a conveyor belt, sliding doors, windscreen wipers and the food processor in your kitchen? Paul Jepson guides Nicole and Caroline through the sizing and selection process – but they still manage to bring it back to a lunchtime example to illustrate just how many motors are in use today! Hosted on...

On the day a new higher education institute is launched in the UK, Nicole and Caroline speak to NMITE’s president, Elena Rodriguez-Falcon, and its chief academic officer, Beverley Gibbs to find out about what will happen when it opens its doors in March 2021, its vocational approach to an integrated engineering qualification, active learning and industry support. The discussion also touches on the...

Paul Jepson of Oriental Motor UK returns as a special guest to talk automation. The myriad of motors available is clarified as he talks Nicole and Caroline through the landscape of automation today. Together they delve into details on why AC induction motors or BLDC motors just won’t meet present and future intelligent automation needs. There is an exploration of the popularity of motorised linear...

As automation becomes more prevalent and consumers demand more sophisticated cuisine but without fuss, the production of ‘convenience food’ has had to keep pace. Nicole and Caroline chat to Paul Jepson of Oriental Motor about the food automation industry, tracking the process of safely packaging prepared food and the variety of motors and actuators the company supplies to an industry which has str...

Responding to the need to adapt how we work and communicate, That Engineering Chat is a podcast for engineers, by engineers. In this introduction, Nicole and Caroline discuss how the podcast came about and why the time is right for this valuable resource for engineers. They chat about guests’ insights (from LG Motion, MiniTec and Precision Acoustics, Relec, Oriental Motor) into business and engine...

In this podcast, Nicole and Caroline talk to Paul Jepson of Oriental Motor UK about how the current pandemic has affected the supply chain and the steps taken to make sure customers are still able to design and create systems. He explains how the company, which operates in different geographical regions, has managed to adapt and introduce practical measures to manage customer timelines and – most...

Nicole and Caroline discover how Peter Lappin, MD of Relec Electronics used his RAF engineer training to build a successful company specialising in power conversion and display products. During the Covid pandemic, the company has adapted to maintain the status quo, managing supply issues and introducing long terming planning for short term issues. Peter champions the strengths of the UK manufactur...

Nicole and Caroline talk to Gary Livingstone, MD of MiniTec, LG Motion and Precision Acoustics about keeping three businesses thriving during this Covid pandemic. It’s a lively chat, touching on how each company has found ways to accommodate staff and keep functioning. Gary also explains how MiniTec is working with staff at London’s Heathrow airport to install protective screens in the terminals t...