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We tend to give lots of attention to the 'logical' design of our Ethernet/IP network, but we should give just as much attention to the physical design. How  to lay out the cabling and switches so that we build a resilient and expandable network. In this episode Auston is joined by Brent Murray of Panduit to discuss proper ways to design your physical network infrastructure and how McNaughton-McKay and Panduit Services can help. 

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

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The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

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All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

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Industrial hydraulics consume upwards of 3% of all the energy in the United States at an efficiency rate of around 22%. This makes them a prime target when discussing sustainable manufacturing and cost savings. Join Auston as he discusses the evolution of hydraulics with Carl Richter of Kyntronics.

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

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All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

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This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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Wiring machine safety circuits can be tough due to the nature of redundancy and diagnostics that are typically required. But what if there was a way to simplify these circuits and reduce the work required to deploy them? Join Auston and Amanda Eason as they discuss how Rockwell Automation's GuardLink solves these issues.

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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It's no secret that the supply chain is stressed. Delays on shipments have made life tough for businesses and individuals through most of 2021. To discuss this further and explain what McNaughton-McKay is doing to help, Auston is joined by an expert of deliveries for a jolly conversation to round out the year. 

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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Typical manufacturing facilities have hundreds if not thousands of PID controllers. They are  an essential part of maintaining safe, effective and efficient control. However, tuning these loops is difficult to dial in and many times we rely on manual tuning. In this episode, Auston is joined by Ziair DeLeon of Control Station to discuss  the art of the bump test and best practices when tuning your PID loops. 

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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Storeroom management can be a daunting task. As more machines are brought into an end user the variation of equipment tends to grow. How you properly maintain this is crucial. In this episode Auston is joined by Shannon Betts of McNaughton-McKay to discuss how the Customer Alliance Program (CAP) can help.  

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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Server room conditions and plant floor conditions tend to be polar opposites. So what do you do when you your manufacturing process requires modern computing capabilities? Frank Hill of Stratus Technologies joins Auston to walk us through the history of computing in manufacturing and how we can couple the IT capabilities in the OT environment.  

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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There are so many options when it comes to controlling motors, which one do you choose? Enter The Motor Control Playbook. Listen in as Auston and Randy Langer of Rockwell Automation discuss the ins and outs of controlling motors and the benefits of each different option. 

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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This year marks the 30th anniversary of the Automation Fair event, and we are excited to visit our colleagues from The Reynolds Company in Houston, Texas! New this year, Rockwell Automation will be providing a HYBRID experience for this premier event. You can join us in-person at the George R. Brown Convention Center, or online, on November 10-11, 2021.

Learn more about Automation Fair, register to attend, and sign up for our hotel package at https://www.mc-mc.com/automationfair

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.  

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In a follow-up episode to Do You Have  A Healthy Network? we discuss what the next steps are after a network assessment and how McNaughton-McKay Services and Solutions can assist you from start to finish. 

If you have any questions, reach out at [email protected]. 

The McNaughton-McKay Podcast series is made available for your convenience and we hope you find it helpful. Please note, however, that the information contained in this podcast series is subject to our disclaimer and should not be relied upon as professional advice or services. We cannot overstate the importance of compliance with machine safety standards, reviewing the national electric code and any pertinent local codes for approved installation, use, storage and repair procedures and precautions; failure to do so may result in property damage, injury or death. Always consult with your professional advisors to determine the products to suit your intended purposes.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:
The text, sound, graphic, video and other information and materials made available on our website (including but not limited through our resources center and video center) or by us through YouTube, Buzzsprout or any other social media or podcast hosting platform (all such information and materials referred to as “information”) are provided voluntarily by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE.” “Information” includes any comments we may make on any website or social media platform regarding any video, audio or other materials.  Information may change at any time, and McNaughton-McKay assumes no responsibility to provide updates or revisions. McNaughton-McKay disclaims all express and implied warranties with respect to information and to the products described, including implied warranties of non-infringement, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Applicable law may not allow the above exclusion of implied warranties, so the exclusion may not apply, but shall apply to the maximum extent allowed by law. McNaughton-McKay cannot and does not represent or warrant that information will be error-free, up-to-date, comprehensive or complete, or otherwise meet your requirements, or those of your customers or business partners. Your use of our resource center, video library and any information is further subject to our website terms of use. Please visit the website terms of use at https://www.mc-mc.com/TermsofUse.

VIEWS EXPRESSED DISCLAIMER:
All views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast series belong solely to the individual, and not necessarily to McNaughton-McKay Electric Company, its employees or any other organization. All views, thoughts and opinions expressed by guests of the series belong to the individual, and their presence does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. 

Any reference to a specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by McNaughton-McKay Electric Company.

FAIR USE STATEMENT:
This podcast series may quote from or use copyrighted work for the purposes of commentary, criticism, education or other such purposes within the meaning of “fair use” under US Copyright Law.