The Supply Chaney Podcast
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The Supply Chaney Podcast
Ep. 71 - Cabinet-Free Automation with Nathan Hibbs and Zach Bauer
In this episode of the Supply Chaney podcast, host Nathan Chaney engages with Nathan Hibbs from Beckhoff Automation and Zach Bauer from Murrelektronik to explore the evolving landscape of supply chain automation, particularly focusing on cabinet-free automation and its implications for the industry. The conversation delves into their personal backgrounds, career paths, and the significance of industry groups like MHI. They discuss the historical context of conveyor and sortation systems, the impact of robotics, and the future trends in automation technology. The episode highlights the benefits and challenges of adopting new technologies, emphasizing the importance of understanding total cost of ownership in decision-making.
Learn more about CSS industry group here: https://www.mhi.org/css
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Cabinet-Free Automation
11:41 The Evolution of Conveyor and Sortation Systems
18:04 Understanding Cabinet-Free Automation
28:28 Future Trends in Automation
32:11 Overcoming Misconceptions in Automation Adoption
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