Talking Industry
Talking Industry brings you topical unscripted discussion from experts in the world of engineering Automation and Manufacturing. Hosted by DFA Manufacturing Media, independent publishers and event organizers deeply rooted in the industrial sector. DFA Manufacturing Media has been creating quality journals such as Drives & Controls, Plant and Works Engineering, Hydraulics and Pneumatics and Smart Futures for generations. So join as we explore new technologies and tackle some of the most pressing challenges that our industry faces today, and follow our series of bi-weekly podcasts.
Talking Industry brings you topical unscripted discussion from experts in the world of engineering Automation and Manufacturing. Hosted by DFA Manufacturing Media, independent publishers and event organizers deeply rooted in the industrial sector. DFA Manufacturing Media has been creating quality journals such as Drives & Controls, Plant and Works Engineering, Hydraulics and Pneumatics and Smart Futures for generations. So join as we explore new technologies and tackle some of the most pressing challenges that our industry faces today, and follow our series of bi-weekly podcasts.
Episodes

Jan 3, 2024
#43 Automating Manufacturing - Part 1
Jan 3, 2024
Jan 3, 2024
33 min
How can manufacturing industry make the most of the robotics revolution? Until now, UK businesses have failed to capitalise on the opportunities presented by automation with industrial robots in the UK. Recent research by Boston Consulting Group identifies a significant gap between the ambitions of companies to implement robots and the actual implementation of systems.
This session of Talking Industry explores the trends and implications of the fast-growing robotics and automation industry in the UK. An expert panel will deliver experience, expert opinions and information, at the time as there is a shortage of workers with competent skills to meet industry demand.
Jan 3, 2024
33 min

Nov 21, 2023
#42 Advances in Safety & Security - Part 3
Nov 21, 2023
Nov 21, 2023
24 min
The future of safety engineering in manufacturing and processing plants is digital, which creates opportunities for plant operators to enhance efficiency, increase flexibility and make their plants safe and secure.
This edition of Talking Industry addresses how implementing safety initiatives can enhance efficiency, while addressing the risks.
Nov 21, 2023
24 min

Nov 7, 2023
#41Advances in Safety & Security - Part 2
Nov 7, 2023
Nov 7, 2023
38 min
The future of safety engineering in manufacturing and processing plants is digital, which creates opportunities for plant operators to enhance efficiency, increase flexibility and make their plants safe and secure.
This edition of Talking Industry addresses how implementing safety initiatives can enhance efficiency, while addressing the risks. We will cover:
Integrating technology into new and existing assetsThe contribution of newer technologies to a risk-reduction programme.Maintaining functional safety integrityUtilising safety logic for reduced security risksSafeguarding hazardous areas where conventional cable runs would struggle.
Nov 7, 2023
38 min

Oct 24, 2023
#40 Advances in Safety & Security - Part 1
Oct 24, 2023
Oct 24, 2023
28 min
The future of safety engineering in manufacturing and processing plants is digital, which creates opportunities for plant operators to enhance efficiency, increase flexibility and make their plants safe and secure.
This edition of Talking Industry addresses how implementing safety initiatives can enhance efficiency, while addressing the risks. We will cover:
Integrating technology into new and existing assetsThe contribution of newer technologies to a risk-reduction programme.Maintaining functional safety integrityUtilising safety logic for reduced security risksSafeguarding hazardous areas where conventional cable runs would struggle.
Oct 24, 2023
28 min

Sep 28, 2023
#39 - In Conversation with Marcus Pont
Sep 28, 2023
Sep 28, 2023
22 min
Talking Industry’s Aaron Blutstein talks to Marcus Pont, CEO & Co Founder of Domin, about the company’s rapid growth and technological advances.
Sep 28, 2023
22 min

Aug 10, 2023
#38 - In Conversation with Chris Rooum
Aug 10, 2023
Aug 10, 2023
23 min
Aaron Blutstein talks to Chris Rooum, Business Development Director at the Advanced Manufacturing Training Centre (AMTC) to talk about skills and training for UK manufacturing in the Smart era.
Aug 10, 2023
23 min

Jul 24, 2023
Jul 24, 2023
21 min
Sponsored by www.drives-expo.com
How can digital technologies be used in maintenance activities to get benefit? Is connecting to the cloud safe? What can you learn from your machines, even without getting heavily into machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI)?
Jul 24, 2023
21 min

Jul 24, 2023
Jul 24, 2023
31 min
Sponsored by www.drives-expo.com
How can digital technologies be used in maintenance activities to get benefit? Is connecting to the cloud safe? What can you learn from your machines, even without getting heavily into machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI)?
Jul 24, 2023
31 min

Jul 24, 2023
Jul 24, 2023
30 min
Sponsored by www.drives-expo.com
How can digital technologies be used in maintenance activities to get benefit? Is connecting to the cloud safe? What can you learn from your machines, even without getting heavily into machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI)?
Jul 24, 2023
30 min

Jul 13, 2023
#34- In Conversation with Haf Cennydd
Jul 13, 2023
Jul 13, 2023
22 min
Aaron Blutstein speaks to Haf Cennydd, portfolio director at Nineteen Group, the organiser behind Manufacturing & Engineering Week, to find out a bit more about its plans for Drives & Controls, Air-Tech, and Fluid Power & Systems Exhibitions as part of next year’s 2024 M&E Week.
Jul 13, 2023
22 min



