The Manufacturing Matrix

E17: Inside Automate: Safety, Smarts, and Real-World Robotics


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In this episode, the Fuuz team recaps their experience at the Automate Show, where robotics, autonomous vehicles, and AI-driven tools took center stage. But beyond the flash, one big theme stood out: safety. From machine vision to light-guided systems, the tech on display wasn’t just about replacing humans—it was about making them better, faster, and safer.

They dive into the growing need for open connectivity as proprietary systems continue to complicate automation integration. AI buzz was everywhere, but the team cuts through the noise, reminding listeners to focus on real use cases over marketing hype.
They also explore how Fuuz could show up at future events with hands-on demos, like AGV integrations or gamified warehouse workflows. Think barcode scanning games, production badges, and label-printing bag tosses... bringing complex tech to life in fun, engaging ways.


1:32 – Why We’re Here: Automate Show Recap
2:06 – Ryan's Favorite Robots
5:55 – Light Guide Systems & Safety Tech
8:30 – Lance on Autonomous Vehicles & Forklifts
10:16 – Technology + Safety: A Growing Theme
10:24 – Software Shoutouts: Tulip & Ignition
13:13 – Ignition 8.3: What's New
14:25 – Vertical Storage & Warehouse Efficiency
16:23 – The Integration Challenge
18:04 – Proprietary Protocols vs Open Frameworks
21:33 – AI Overload: Buzzword or Breakthrough?
26:00 – Copilot & Real-World AI Tools
30:06 – Swag, 3D Printers & Show Floor Fun

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Want to learn more about FUUZ? Check out the links below! 
Website: https://fuuz.com 
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fuuz2/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJcJs6NTw3WM2tf6vgeKMbA

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