In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, powered by Veryable, host Matt speaks with Rob Goldiez, co-founder of Hirebotics, about the future of American manufacturing. They discuss how Hirebotics is making automation simpler and more scalable through collaborative robots (cobots) and cloud software. The conversation covers the impact of reshoring, labor utilization strategies, and how cobots enhance the productivity of existing workers rather than replacing them. Rob shares his journey to founding Hirebotics, the benefits of cobots in welding, and how small to mid-sized manufacturers can adopt automation effectively. Tips for workforce development and the role of trade schools in preparing the next generation for automated manufacturing are also discussed.
Timestamps
- 00:00 Introduction to US Manufacturing Today
- 00:14 Meet Rob Goldiez: Co-Founder of Hirebotics
- 00:33 The Rise of Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
- 01:00 Rob's Journey to Founding Hirebotics
- 01:37 The Concept of Collaborative Robots
- 03:06 The Birth of Hirebotics
- 03:59 Labor Utilization and Cobots
- 04:33 Challenges in the Manufacturing Sector
- 07:51 Reshoring and Automation
- 12:27 Simplifying Automation for Broader Adoption
- 15:43 Supporting Small and Mid-Sized Manufacturers
- 17:10 Workforce Development and Automation
- 19:04 Advice for Manufacturers Considering Automation
- 20:42 Conclusion and Resources
Links
- Hirebotics
- Rob on LinkedIn
- Navigating Trump 2.0
- Revitalizing US Manufacturing
- Sign Up on the Veryable Platform
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