The Automation Podcast

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April 09, 2025MaintainX: Prevent Unplanned Downtime (P236)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Colin Morris of MaintainX to learn about their CMMS solution for preventing unplanned machine downtime in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
For any links related to this episode, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 236 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Collin for coming on the show, and to Maintain for sponsoring this episode so we could release it Ad Free! Below you’ll find links to more information about MaintainX:
MaintainX overview
MaintainX CoPilot
Reporting overview
Customer case studies
Implementation overview
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
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31min
March 24, 2025 First Time Using Ignition: Tags and Views (P235)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Kyle Van Eenennaam of Inductive Automation to learn how to use Ignition in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
Note: As this episode was not sponsored, the video edition is only available to our members on The Automation Blog and on YouTube. For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Note: As mentioned above, this episode was not sponsored so the video edition is a “member only” perk. The below audio edition (also available on major podcasting platforms) is available to the public and supported by ads. To learn more about our membership/supporter options and benefits, click here.

Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 235 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Kyle for coming on the show, and to our members for making this episode possible! To learn more about becoming a member, click here.
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
1h 3min
March 12, 2025 What’s New & Next with Logix and 5590/L9 (P234)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Liz Prosak and Dennis Wylie of Rockwell Automation to learn what’s new and next about Logix, including what’s new with the 5590 L9 Controller, all in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
For any links related to this episode, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Member’s Only Extended “RAW” Edition:
Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 234 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Liz and Dennis for coming on the show, and to Rockwell Automation for sponsoring this episode so we could release it Ad Free!
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
46min
January 08, 20252024 Audience Choice Poll Results (P233)
This week I cover the results from our 2024 Audience Choice Polls, recapping what industrial automation vendors our audience picked as their top choices in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
Note: As this episode was not sponsored, the video edition is available to members only. For more information, check out the Show Notes below.
The Automation Podcast, Episode 233 Show Notes:
Special thanks to everyone who voted in our 2024 Audience Choice Polls! To unlock our extensive automation how-to library, become a member starting at just $5 per month. Visit TheAutomationBlog.com/Join to learn more.
Link to the 2024 poll results:
TheAutomationBlog.com/2024-audience-choice-polls/
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
27min
December 18, 2024Position Guided Vision (P232)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Zack Steck of Pepperl+Fuchs to learn about their latest Position Guided Vision product in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
Note: As this episode was not sponsored, the video edition is only available to our members here on The Automation Blog and on YouTube. For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Note: As mentioned above, this episode was not sponsored so the video edition is a “member only” perk. The below audio edition (also available on major podcasting platforms) is available to the public and supported by ads. To learn more about our membership/supporter options and benefits, click here.

Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 232 Show Notes:
Special thanks to our members for making this show possible! To learn more about becoming a member, click here. Links mention in the show can be found below:
2024 Podcast Audience Choice Poll
2024 Audience Choice Awards – Select Your Preferred Vendors!
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
53min
December 11, 2024 Anybus Defender Industrial Security Devices (P231)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Thomas Vasen of Anybus to learn about their new Defender Industrial Security Appliances in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
Note: As this episode was not sponsored, the video edition is only available to our members here on The Automation Blog and on YouTube. For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Note: As mentioned above, this episode was not sponsored so the video edition is a “member only” perk. The below audio edition (also available on major podcasting platforms) is available to the public and supported by ads. To learn more about our membership/supporter options and benefits, click here.

Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 231 Show Notes:
Special thanks to our members for making this show possible! To learn more about becoming a member, click here.
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
56min
December 04, 2024Siemens S7-1200 G2 PLC: Overview and First Look (P230)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Luis Narvaez of Siemens to get an update on the new S7-1200 G2 PLC, as well as a first look at the hardware, in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
To learn more about the S7-1200 G2, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 230 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Siemens for sponsoring this episode and making it Ad Free! To learn more about the Siemens S7-1200 G2, see the below links:
Siemens S7-1200 G2 Technical Slides
Previous TAP Episode 203
S7-1200 & 1500 Training
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
56min
November 26, 2024 Manufacturing Execution Systems (P229)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Ryan Kuhlenbeck to learn about Manufacturing Execution Systems and Pico MES in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
Note: As this episode was not sponsored, the video edition is only available to our members here on The Automation Blog and on YouTube. For more information, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Note: As mentioned above, this episode was not sponsored so the video edition is a “member only” perk. The below audio edition (also available on major podcasting platforms) is available to the public and supported by ads. To learn more about our membership/supporter options and benefits, click here.

Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 229 Show Notes:
Special thanks to our members for making this show possible! To learn more about becoming a member, click here.
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
1h
November 20, 2024Copia’s Ai Copilot Documents, Converts & Writes PLC Code (P228)
Shawn Tierney meets up with Adam and Nick of Copia Automation to learn about their new Ai Copilot’s features in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
To learn more about Copia’s Ai Copilot, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video.
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 228 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Copia for sponsoring this episode and making it Ad Free! To learn more about the products covered, see the below links:
Copia.io Copilot Launch
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
1h 4min
November 13, 2024Siemens TIA Portal v20 (P227)
Shawn Tierney meets up with John DeTellem of Siemens to learn what’s new in TIA Portal version 20 in this episode of The Automation Podcast.
To learn more about TIA Portal, check out the “Show Notes” located below the video. (links updated on the v20 release date of 12-05-24)
Watch The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
Listen to The Automation Podcast from The Automation Blog:
The Automation Podcast, Episode 227 Show Notes:
Special thanks to Siemens for sponsoring this episode and making it Ad Free! To learn more about the products covered, see the below links:
TIA Portal Webpage
TIA Portal Sales Release (updated)
TIA Portal Technical Slides (updated)
Until next time, Peace ✌️
If you enjoy this episode please give it a Like, and consider Sharing as this is the best way for us to find new guests to come on the show.
Shawn M Tierney
Technology Enthusiast & Content Creator
Eliminate commercials and gain access to my weekly full length hands-on, news, and Q&A sessions by becoming a member at The Automation Blog or on YouTube. You'll also find all of my affordable PLC, HMI, and SCADA courses at TheAutomationSchool.com.
...more
47min

FAQs about The Automation Podcast:

How many episodes does The Automation Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 245 episodes available.

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