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Sales team lead. Lead vocalist of GP38. Classic car builder.

Chris McDaniel might be the most interesting man in Alabama - and he's the newest member of the Adams Alabama team.In this episode, Chris shares how 20 years in Alabama's pulp and paper industry shaped his approach to sales, why relationship-based selling matters more in Alabama than almost anywhere else, and the midnight motor failure that taught him what being a trusted advisor really means.

Plus: reading a crowd like reading a customer, the technology that's transforming manufacturing across Alabama, and the garage full of project cars his wife keeps asking him to make faster.

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If your machine vision system can see the difference between two things, you probably don't need hyperspectral imaging. But if they look identical and you still need to know which one is which, that's exactly where it fits.

In this episode of Better Faster Smarter, Jeff Fiorini (VP of Integrated Solutions, Adams Corp) sits down with George Killian from Headwall Photonics to break down what hyperspectral imaging actually is, how it differs from traditional machine vision, and where it's already solving problems that RGB and point spectroscopy simply can't.

If you have any questions about anything you heard on the podcast or want to learn more about this technology, reach out to Jeff Fiorini. [email protected](813) 597-3960

#MachineVision #HyperspectralImaging #IndustrialAutomation #ManufacturingTechnology #QualityControl #AdamsCorp #BetterFasterSmarter

In this episode, Nate sits down with Paul Anderson, VP of Sales at Adams, to explore his 15-year journey from starting as a sales engineer to leading a powerhouse sales division.

We pull back the curtain on how Adams has successfully evolved from a fluid power company into a full-scale manufacturing optimization consultant.

Whether you are an industry veteran or looking to adopt new automation tech, this episode is packed with insights on staying competitive in the global marketplace.

What to listen for:

• The "Team Selling" Ecosystem: Learn how Adams supports customers by combining local territory consultants with subject-matter specialists and a full in-house engineering team to troubleshoot, size, and design custom systems.
• A Massive Technology Evolution: Discover how the company expanded its portfolio to include collaborative robotics, vision inspection, and motion control, and how the engineering team even developed proprietary products like the CRX palletizer and Data Pulse platform based on real factory floor needs.
• TechFest Unplugged: Get the inside scoop on their massive, interactive customer events in Tampa and Alabama. With hundreds of attendees, it's a completely unique experience featuring vendor demos (like Tawi lifters and SICK sensors), BBQ, beer, Mario Kart, and hoopshoot.
• Standout Company Culture: Hear how the Adams team breaks the mold of traditional B2B marketing by empowering employees to create fun, highly educational social media content—including the legendary alter ego, "Panama Jack".
• Leveraging CRM & AI: A look at how Adams uses a highly customized HubSpot CRM rollout and AI automation workflows to instantly deliver crucial data to reps, cutting down administrative work and maximizing face-to-face time with customers.

If you have any questions or want to learn how we can help your facility solve problems and improve processes, please reach out to us at adamscorp.com.

Until next time, keep getting better, faster, smarter!

What is really happening in Florida manufacturing right now?At TechFest 2026, Doug Adams from Adams Corp sat down with three manufacturing leaders from across the state to talk about the future of manufacturing in Florida, including workforce development, succession planning, AI, robotics, cybersecurity, regulation, and the opportunities ahead.This conversation features:• Beth Gallic, President of the Bay Area Manufacturers Association• Lake Ray, President of the First Coast Manufacturers Association• Matt Rocco, President of the South Florida Manufacturing AssociationTogether, they break down what manufacturers are seeing across their regions, how companies are adapting to labor shortages and digital transformation, and why collaboration across associations, schools, and industry partners matters more than ever.Topics covered include:• The current state of manufacturing in Florida• Regional growth trends across Tampa Bay, Northeast Florida, and South Florida• Workforce shortages and the coming retirement wave• Succession planning for family and privately held manufacturers• AI adoption in manufacturing and where companies are getting stuck• Robotics, automation, and safety on the plant floor• Cybersecurity and CMMC challenges for aerospace and defense manufacturers• Why manufacturing careers need better marketing to students and parents• How local manufacturing associations help companies grow and connectIf you are a manufacturer, plant leader, engineer, operations leader, or someone interested in the future of American manufacturing, this conversation is worth watching.Learn more about Adams Corp and TechFest at:https://adamscorp.com#TechFest2026 #AdamsCorp #Manufacturing #IndustrialAutomation #Reliability #FloridaManufacturing #AIinManufacturing #Robotics #WorkforceDevelopment #industry40

In this episode, Travis Dorman sits down with Scott Howard, Senior Key Account Manager at Donaldson Hy-Pro, to break down everything you didn't know about hydraulic oil cleanliness.

They cover:

• Why "new" oil doesn’t mean clean oil

• The dangers of dirt, water, and varnish in your system

• How ISO particle codes work and what they really mean

• Why filter efficiency and element stability matter more than ever

• The surprising truth about varnish and how to get rid of it

• Vacuum dehydration vs centrifuges: which wins and why?

• The case for onsite Lunch & Learns to dive into your specific fluid problems

Whether you're in power generation, cement, plastics, or just curious why your filters don’t last, this episode delivers practical advice and engineering insight from two pros who live and breathe hydraulic health.

Reach out to us today to learn just how dirty your oil really is.

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#reliability #fluidcleanliness #manufacturing #florida #alabama

In this episode of Better Faster Smarter, we head to Jacksonville, Florida, where compressed air was quietly draining energy and money, from US Gypsum’s operations. Enter Jonathan Moon, Adams' local Reliability & Automation Consultant, who walks us through how a quick, non-intrusive compressed air audit uncovered major inefficiencies in their dust collection system.

Jonathan breaks down how switching from traditional diaphragm valves to MAC Valves not only improved performance but also slashed energy use, reduced maintenance, and qualified the plant for a rebate through the Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA).

Whether you're a plant manager, maintenance lead, or just curious about what a real-world energy efficiency project looks like from audit to ROI, this one's for you.

🎧 What you’ll learn:

• How diaphragm valves leak energy—and money

• The advantages of MAC’s spool valve tech

• What a compressed air audit looks like in practice

• How JEA’s rebate program helped offset upgrade costs

• Real-world results from US Gypsum’s retrofit

📍 If you're in Northeast Florida and want to explore how this could apply to your facility, reach out to Jonathan or visit the JEA Trade Ally directory.

🔗 Learn more:

Visit Adams website - adamscorp.com

Email Jonathan Moon - [email protected]

Learn more about the JEA Rebate Program - https://jeabusinesstradeallies.com/find-a-provider

Welcome to the Better. Faster. Smarter. podcast where manufacturing meets innovation.

In this episode, Jeff Fiorini (VP of Integrated Solutions at Adams Corp) sits down with Adam Willea from FANUC America to discuss:

• Why Florida is no longer behind in automation

• How collaborative robots (cobots) are solving real labor problems

• FANUC’s ZDT software: the robot whisperer you didn’t know you needed

• How to calculate real ROI for automation

• What to automate first (and what to avoid)

• How local support from Adams + FANUC changes the game for Southeast and Caribbean manufacturers

This is more than just robotics—it’s about making automation accessible, successful, and transformational.

🌐 Adams Corp → https://www.adamscorp.com
📧 Jeff Fiorini → [email protected]
🔗 Jeff’s LinkedIn → Jeff Fiorini

🌐 FANUC America → https://www.fanucamerica.com
📧 Adam Willea → [email protected]
🔗 Adam’s LinkedIn → Adam Willea

In this episode, Doug Adams, President of Adams Corp, and Scott Simon from NPR, talk about the impact of recent tariff announcements on American manufacturing. Doug shares insights on the impact of the tariffs, challenges of reshoring production, and offers a cautiously optimistic outlook for navigating these uncertain economic times.

Key Topics Discussed

• The immediate impact of new tariffs on manufacturing businesses
• Challenges of bringing manufacturing back to the US
• The critical importance of domestic manufacturing
• Timeline realities for building new manufacturing capacity
• Price implications and the role of automation in maintaining competitiveness

If you have any questions about anything discussed please reach out to us.

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Learn how innovative dust collection systems can drive sustainability and energy savings in industrial facilities. In this talk, Paul Anderson, VP of Sales at Adams, shares insights on improving dust collector efficiency, reducing compressed air consumption, and extending filter life to minimize waste.

Discover practical solutions for industries like automotive, pharmaceuticals, and steel manufacturing, all while boosting productivity and achieving sustainability goals. Don't miss these actionable tips to make a real impact on your energy costs and environmental footprint! 🌿

Check out the full video here

Reach out to ⁠Paul Anderson⁠ with your dust collection or reliability questions.

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#dustcollector #dustcollection #energysavings #sustainability

🔴 Do you have regularly scheduled fluid cleanliness tests?

Link to full webinar.

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Reach out directly to Travis Dorman with your fluid cleanliness questions. And be sure to follow Adams on LinkedIn.