RUN MODE: An Industrial Automation Podcast https://runmode.podbean.com RUN MODE is the official podcast from Power/mation designed to explore the ever-evolving world of industrial automation in-depth. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:44:13 -0500 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en us Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Technology 1440 episodic Power/mation Power/mation No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/18363201/run-mode-podcast-cover_compressed.png RUN MODE: An Industrial Automation Podcast https://runmode.podbean.com 144 144 E8: Engineering Smarter with EPLAN for Electrical, Automation & Mechatronic Design E8: Engineering Smarter with EPLAN for Electrical, Automation & Mechatronic Design https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-8/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-8/#comments Wed, 18 Jun 2025 16:44:13 -0500 runmode.podbean.com/ecc8e004-2ceb-35c4-910d-ea398b97332c In this episode of Run Mode, host Terry Busch sits down with Mitch Lawrence from Eplan to discuss the powerful capabilities of the Eplan platform. From electrical design to automation and mechatronics, we explore how Eplan helps engineers streamline workflows, reduce design errors, and accelerate project timelines. Mitch shares insights on how Eplan integrates into modern engineering environments, has a data portal with millions of products, and empowers teams to work smarter and faster. Whether you're in panel design, control systems, or multidisciplinary engineering, this episode is packed with practical takeaways for boosting your engineering efficiency.

]]> In this episode of Run Mode, host Terry Busch sits down with Mitch Lawrence from Eplan to discuss the powerful capabilities of the Eplan platform. From electrical design to automation and mechatronics, we explore how Eplan helps engineers streamline workflows, reduce design errors, and accelerate project timelines. Mitch shares insights on how Eplan integrates into modern engineering environments, has a data portal with millions of products, and empowers teams to work smarter and faster. Whether you're in panel design, control systems, or multidisciplinary engineering, this episode is packed with practical takeaways for boosting your engineering efficiency.

]]> Power/mation false No 1461 8 full E7: Global Standards, Personalized Touch with Rittal E7: Global Standards, Personalized Touch with Rittal https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-7/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-7/#comments Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:46:23 -0600 runmode.podbean.com/cf07e5f8-9685-318b-8a3d-2e73eee91525 Rittal is renowned for its comprehensive range of enclosures and housing solutions tailored to diverse industrial needs. From the innovative TS 8 Power Isolation Enclosure system, designed for optimal space utilization and modularity, to specialized enclosures for hygienic applications in the food and beverage industry, Rittal ensures robust, adaptable, and high-quality solutions for any environment.

Explore the innovative solutions from Rittal in our recent RUN MODE podcast episode, where we discuss our partnership, offerings, and their impact on industrial applications. Join us to learn more about how these technologies drive advancements in the industry.

]]> Rittal is renowned for its comprehensive range of enclosures and housing solutions tailored to diverse industrial needs. From the innovative TS 8 Power Isolation Enclosure system, designed for optimal space utilization and modularity, to specialized enclosures for hygienic applications in the food and beverage industry, Rittal ensures robust, adaptable, and high-quality solutions for any environment.

Explore the innovative solutions from Rittal in our recent RUN MODE podcast episode, where we discuss our partnership, offerings, and their impact on industrial applications. Join us to learn more about how these technologies drive advancements in the industry.

]]> Power/mation false No 1011 7 full E6: Powering Pneumatic Innovation with Festo E6: Powering Pneumatic Innovation with Festo https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-6/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-6/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:53:01 -0600 runmode.podbean.com/d6234984-77bd-3772-afbb-955823353a43 Join us in this episode of RUN MODE as we spotlight Festo, a trusted partner in industrial automation and pneumatics. Discover how Power/mation and Festo joined forces to meet customer needs, innovate pneumatic solutions, and improve automation processes. Featuring insights from Power/mation’s Lance Waffensmith and David Ellers, along with John Bauer from Festo, we discuss the history of this partnership, Festo’s approach to efficient automation, and the latest innovations driving the industry forward.

Tune in to learn how Power/mation and Festo are shaping the future of pneumatics and industrial automation! 

Key Topics Covered:

The Power/mation and Festo partnership Festo’s role in industrial automation Innovations in pneumatics and safety solutions Adapting to the evolving automation landscape

]]> Join us in this episode of RUN MODE as we spotlight Festo, a trusted partner in industrial automation and pneumatics. Discover how Power/mation and Festo joined forces to meet customer needs, innovate pneumatic solutions, and improve automation processes. Featuring insights from Power/mation’s Lance Waffensmith and David Ellers, along with John Bauer from Festo, we discuss the history of this partnership, Festo’s approach to efficient automation, and the latest innovations driving the industry forward.

Tune in to learn how Power/mation and Festo are shaping the future of pneumatics and industrial automation! 

Key Topics Covered:

The Power/mation and Festo partnership
Festo’s role in industrial automation
Innovations in pneumatics and safety solutions
Adapting to the evolving automation landscape

]]> Power/mation false No 1957 6 full E5: The Right Thing to Do with Jeff Johnson E5: The Right Thing to Do with Jeff Johnson https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-5/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-5/#comments Thu, 21 Nov 2024 07:12:51 -0600 runmode.podbean.com/1a7ec959-adf7-39bf-b5ba-ad0ff15d6d7f 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]]> 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]]> Power/mation false No 1729 5 full E4: Dull, Dirty, or Dangerous? A Case for Robotics in Manufacturing E4: Dull, Dirty, or Dangerous? A Case for Robotics in Manufacturing https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-4/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-4/#comments Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:46:39 -0500 runmode.podbean.com/d92aea95-e784-303c-9363-6656729ae8e5 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Power/mation false No 1338 4 full E3: Developing the Next Generation of Technical Sales Engineers E3: Developing the Next Generation of Technical Sales Engineers https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-3/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-3/#comments Wed, 24 Jul 2024 15:07:08 -0500 runmode.podbean.com/fb27d781-5393-3bae-b498-5a689ff199f8 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Power/mation false No 1501 3 full E2: How Reliable is Your Power with Ameer Ratrout E2: How Reliable is Your Power with Ameer Ratrout https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-2/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-2/#comments Wed, 15 May 2024 23:10:15 -0500 runmode.podbean.com/ac488422-12ec-3270-b3ff-30c09d0ba5ec 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.

]]> 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.

]]> Power/mation false No 807 2 full E1: Why Automation Matters with Stephen Leeds E1: Why Automation Matters with Stephen Leeds https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-1/ https://runmode.podbean.com/e/episode-1/#comments Wed, 15 May 2024 23:09:13 -0500 runmode.podbean.com/3b78b486-e60c-3421-bb04-4f9ca85c298c 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.

]]> 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.

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