RUN MODE: An Industrial Automation Podcast

E5: The Right Thing to Do with Jeff Johnson

Terry Busch sits down with Jeff Johnson, Business Development Manager for safety solutions and B11 LMSS™ Licensed Machinery Safety Specialist, to talk about the value of machine functional safety in manufacturing environments.
 
As Jeff explains, first and foremost, protecting people is the right thing to do. Secondly, implementing industrial safety protects companies by reducing liability and legal costs, improving employee morale, reducing employee turnover, and improving productivity.
 
Explore the full episode to learn more about the benefits of prioritizing safety, important standards, and emerging technology.
 
Resources
 
Heat Illness Prevention - OSHA
 
Safety Fence Systems - SSP
 
Radar-Based Safety - Inxpect
 
Safety Solutions - Power/mation

E4: Dull, Dirty, or Dangerous? A Case for Robotics in Manufacturing

Welcome to RUN MODE, an industrial automation podcast hosted by Terry Busch. In this episode, Terry moderates a discussion with JD Teter, a robotics expert; Jeff Johnson, a safety expert; and Al Rausch, the president of Power/mation.
 
Recorded live at the grand opening of our new fulfillment center in St. Paul, Minnesota, our expert panel discusses how addressing the "3 D's"—Dull, Dirty, and Dangerous—can improve your industrial automation strategy. Learn how integrating robotics can significantly enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity in challenging environments.
 
Whether you're just starting with robotics or looking to optimize your existing systems, this episode provides valuable insights to help you take the next step in industrial automation.

E3: Developing the Next Generation of Technical Sales Engineers

In this episode, we sit down with some of our talented Technical Sales Associates (TSAs) to explore their journeys from recent college graduates to key players in industrial automation.
 
Terry Busch interviews TSA alumnus and program leader, Andrew Jagger, along with current TSAs Adam Bohn, Cody Branch, and Mikal Hofstad. Discover how the program equips participants with the skills and confidence needed for customer-facing roles, combining technical training with real-world applications.
 
During the news segment, we cover NIS2 compliance and its implications for various sectors, including energy, transportation, banking, and more. Terry also breaks down the differences between Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Deep Learning (DL), highlighting their applications in industrial automation.

E2: How Reliable is Your Power with Ameer Ratrout

In this episode, Terry Busch dives deeper into Power/mation's product offerings including sensing and inspection, connectors and cabling, logic control and visualization, robotics, pneumatics, enclosures, machine safety, and motion control.
 
Terry also touches on pertinent industry news examining the correlation between automation and artificial intelligence and the potential implications on certain job sectors.
 
Our special guest this episode is Ameer Ratrout, Sales Engineer from Phoenix Contact. Ameer elaborates on Phoenix Contact's focus on power quality, discussing the dire consequences and potential issues that can arise without robust power reliability.

E1: Why Automation Matters with Stephen Leeds

Join Terry Busch, a seasoned business development manager for logic controls, IIoT, and motion, as he hosts an insightful discussion with Stephen Leeds, a senior account manager at Power/mation, on the evolution of high-tech automation, a brief history of the company, and why automation is crucial for the United States and globally.