Join hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes as they welcome principal engineer Lachlan Wright from PWD. Solutions. This episode of Unplugged dives deep into the world of industrial IoT, touching on Lachlan's career in automation, IIOT vs. IOT, the power of open frameworks, and the future of industrial automation. Lachlan shares his experiences with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and emerging PLC technologies, alongside discussing the importance of data accessibility and the role of agile development in today's evolving tech landscape. Tune in for an enlightening conversation filled with valuable industry insights.

00:00 Introduction to Unplugged IIoT Podcast

00:45 Meet Lachlan Wright, Principal Engineer of PWD. Solutions

02:43 Phil’s Passion for 3D Object Creation and Gaming through Blender

04:22 Ed’s Journey with Python and Databasing

07:08 Versatility of Skills in Industrial and Control Systems

11:35 Lachlan’s Home Automation: PLC MQTT for Power Monitoring

14:58 Lachlan’s Experience with Chat GPT and New Facebook Tools

17:24 Phil on Llama 3.5 Models and Their Vast Resources

21:46 Lachlan’s Industrial Anecdote: PLC, TCP Driver, InfluxDB, and Ignition

27:15 Pitfalls of Agile Methodology in IoT Digital Transformation

32:03 Importance of Community Collaboration in Open Source

35:16 Evolving PLCs: The Role of Software and Programming Languages

38:45 Integration of Docker Containers in Development

41:18 User Experience and Visualization in Industrial Applications

43:09 Shift Towards Web Native Technology

44:38 From Traditional SCADA to the WebDev Mindset

48:49 Interest in Time Series Databases like InfluxDB and Timescale

50:20 Enthusiasm for Continuous Learning and Technology Exploration

52:35 Unique Solutions for Different Industries and Sites

55:10 Raspberry Pi and Beckhoff CX 7000 Series in IIoT Deployments

58:46 Cost-Effectiveness of New Systems like Octo 22 Groove and PLC Nexts

01:02:19 Adoption of Raspberry Pi for Initial Automation Testing

Connect with Lachlan on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/plcexpert/

Connect with Phil on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-seboa/

Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-fuentes-2046121a/

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Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com

Join hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes in this insightful episode of Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast, as they engage with Dave Griffith, co-host of the Manufacturing Hub podcast, to discuss the evolving landscape of industrial automation and IIoT. Dave brings a wealth of experience from the manufacturing and industrial automation sector and shares key insights on data collection, connectivity, and the impact of generative AI in the industry. This episode also covers significant topics like change management, knowledge sharing, and the challenges and opportunities faced by industry professionals at global exhibitions.

This episode is brought to you by Industry Sage Media.

00:00 Introduction to Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

00:35 Welcoming Dave Griffith to the show

02:14 The journey of the Manufacturing Hub podcast

05:44 Importance of data collection and connectivity in IIoT

09:32 Insights from global industry exhibitions

13:26 Comparing European and American trade shows

18:10 Challenges in digesting industry trends at large shows

20:48 Prioritizing core automation and data collection

24:12 Generative AI and Industrial Copilot collaboration

26:58 The value of documenting and sharing knowledge

31:30 Challenges with institutional knowledge loss

35:54 Engaging with difficult employees for cultural change

39:48 Success stories in change management

44:26 Experiences with industrial sites in the food and beverage industry

48:02 The role of education and mindset change in innovation

52:14 The future of impactful and transformative projects

55:12 The significance of hands-on learning and video formats for training

58:40 Outro and final thoughts

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Connect with Phil on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-seboa/

Connect with Ed on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-fuentes-2046121a/

Connect with Dave on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davegriffith23/

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About Industry Sage Media:

Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com

In this episode of Unplugged, hosts Phil Saboa and Ed Fuentes are joined by Darren Anderson, a lecturer of industrial automation and mechatronics at South Eastern Regional College. With over 28 years of industry experience, Darren shares his journey from being an electrical maintenance engineer to an educator. The conversation covers his hands-on experience with PLCs, microcontrollers, and IoT, as well as how he incorporates these technologies into his curriculum. Darren also discusses the growing adoption of Industry 4.0 and IoT in local businesses and the importance of apprenticeships in bridging the skills gap.

00:00 Introduction to Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

00:30 Meet Darren Anderson: Background and Experience

02:15 The Drive Behind Learning and Understanding the "Why"

05:42 Strategy and People Before Technology

08:01 Upcoming Learning Goals: Ignition, Python, and SQL

11:23 Continuous Learning and Industry Adaptability

15:09 Challenges and Adaptations During the COVID-19 Pandemic

18:45 Teaching and Sparking Interest in Advanced Technology

21:56 The Role of Apprenticeships in Addressing Skills Gaps

23:40 Engaging Students in IIoT and Industry Practices

27:05 Personal Journey in Home Automation

31:22 Understanding Energy Usage and Temperature Impact

34:15 Challenges and Successes in IoT Projects

38:12 Factory Tours: BMW Motorrad and Spirit AeroSystems

41:08 Digital Transformation in Local Industries

45:01 The Importance of Small Data and Operator Knowledge

48:25 First Encounter with "Industry 4" and IoT

50:13 Influencing Students with Hands-On IoT Projects

54:04 Legacy Knowledge in Industry 4.0

57:20 Becoming an Industry Evangelist

59:05 Follow Darren Anderson on LinkedIn and Final Thoughts

60:20 Subscribe to Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

Connect with Darren on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/darren-anderson-401408b2/

Connect with Phil on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-seboa/

Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-fuentes-2046121a/

About Industry Sage Media:

Industry Sage Media is your backstage pass to industry experts and the conversations that are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.

Learn more at: http://www.industrysagemedia.com