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The Roboticist Chronicles
ARC Specialties
41 episodes
1 month ago
In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, host Dan Allford sits down with mechanical engineering student Jaxon Baker, a repeat guest on the podcast. Jaxon, a rising senior, discusses his involvement with the Formula SAE and Baja SAE programs, which Allford considers to be highly valuable extracurricular activities. The programs allow students to gain hands-on engineering and design experience by building race cars from raw materials. Jaxon shares details about the Baja team's successful s...
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In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, host Dan Allford sits down with mechanical engineering student Jaxon Baker, a repeat guest on the podcast. Jaxon, a rising senior, discusses his involvement with the Formula SAE and Baja SAE programs, which Allford considers to be highly valuable extracurricular activities. The programs allow students to gain hands-on engineering and design experience by building race cars from raw materials. Jaxon shares details about the Baja team's successful s...
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The Roboticist Chronicles
Engineering on the Edge: Learning from Failure with Jaxon Baker
In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, host Dan Allford sits down with mechanical engineering student Jaxon Baker, a repeat guest on the podcast. Jaxon, a rising senior, discusses his involvement with the Formula SAE and Baja SAE programs, which Allford considers to be highly valuable extracurricular activities. The programs allow students to gain hands-on engineering and design experience by building race cars from raw materials. Jaxon shares details about the Baja team's successful s...
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1 month ago
31 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Scalable Robotics and the Future of Human-Robot Collaboration
In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, host Dan Allford of ARC Specialties welcomes Tom Fuhlbrigge and Carlos Martinez from Scalable Robotics. Discover their innovative vision-based system that allows users to simply "show" a robot what to do, eliminating complex programming. Learn how this technology is transforming processes like welding, cladding, and cold spray, making them more accessible and efficient for welders and other skilled trades. Tom and Carlos share insights from their ...
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4 months ago
37 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
The Dark Side of Machine Building: Rebuilding Robotic Systems
Join Dan Allford and John Martin of ARC Specialties as they reveal "The Dark Side of Machine Building" – the often-unseen struggles of failed automation projects. They discuss the prevalence of expensive, non-functional robots that end up collecting dust, and the financial burden on customers who might pay multiple times for a system that still doesn't work. This episode dives into the challenges of rebuilding poorly configured robotic cells, including issues with incorrect robot setup, I/O, ...
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4 months ago
9 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Beyond Oil: Tech Innovations at the Offshore Technology Conference 2025
Join Dan Allford and Johnny Tyler live from the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston, Texas, in May 2025, as they delve into the surprising high-tech nature of the event, showcasing how robotics and automation are revolutionizing the oil and gas industry and beyond. Discover ARC Specialties' groundbreaking offshore robotic riser system and other innovative robots like the "BatBot" for plasma cutting and welding, and the versatile "#BeerBot," while also hearing about their mar...
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5 months ago
13 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Revitalizing Houston Manufacturing: A Conversation with Bart Taylor of the GHMA
Join Dan Allford as he speaks with @Bart Taylor, the driving force behind the Greater Houston Manufacturers Association (GHMA). They discuss Bart's journey from media to championing local manufacturing, the untapped potential of Houston's industrial ecosystem, and the GHMA's vision for connecting and promoting the region's makers to a national and global audience. Greater Houston Manufacturing Association View The Episode Here
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6 months ago
38 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Weld Testing & Quality Control with Welding Consultants LLC.
Join us for an in-depth look at Welding Consultants, LLC., a leading provider of welding inspection and nondestructive testing services. In this episode, we sit down with Matthew Brinkman, VP of Operations and Senior Welding Engineer, to explore the company's history, delve into the intricacies of various testing methods, and discuss the critical role of quality control in ensuring the safety and reliability of critical infrastructure. Key Highlights: Learn about the different types of ...
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9 months ago
37 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Jaxon Baker - Mechanical Engineering Student at Texas A&M
Calling all future automotive engineers! This episode dives into the world of Baja SAE with Jackson Baker, a sophomore mechanical engineering student at Texas A&M. Jackson recently served as chief engineer for his university's Baja team, leading the design and construction of an off-road vehicle to compete in a grueling endurance race. Tune in to hear Jackson discuss: His internship experience working with Dan Alford at Arc Specialties.The challenges and triumphs of leading a Baja SAE tea...
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1 year ago
28 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Jean Rabatin - Yaskawa Motoman
In this episode of the Roboticist Chronicles, your host Dan Allford invites Jean Rabatin, a distinguished industry expert from Yaskawa Motoman, to share her wealth of experience in the realm of robotics and automation. Jean recounts stories from her early days in the field and sheds light on the challenges of integration spanning over two decades. Uncover the fascinating evolution of robotics, examine its influence on employment, and grasp the significance of adaptability. Tune in for a capti...
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1 year ago
31 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Charles Young with A3 Association for Advancing Automation
2 years ago
26 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
FABTECH 2023; SHOW REPORT
Join us on a thrilling adventure as The Roboticist Chronicles Podcast hits the road! In this special episode, we're on location at the FABTECH Expo in Chicago's McCormick Place, immersing ourselves in the world of welding technology. Johnny Tyler and Dan Allford take you through the expo, reuniting with old acquaintances and forging new connections, all while uncovering the latest innovations in the field. Special thanks to the industry leaders who shared their insights: Maximiliano Falcone f...
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2 years ago
28 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Sam Kiser - PE & Fellow of AWS: Fabtech2023 | Metallurgical Marvels: Decades of Innovation with Sam Kiser
Join us for an extraordinary episode recorded live at Fab Tech 2023 in Chicago! We're honored to host the legendary Sam Kiser, a friend, and mentor in the world of welding. Sam recently clinched the prestigious Laurence Savage Award for his groundbreaking work, and he's here to share his incredible journey. In this episode, Sam unveils the fascinating story behind his award-winning invention, the Inc l 52 rms s t a, a game-changer in welding technology. From battling ductility deep cracking t...
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2 years ago
30 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Esteban Vazquez - Welder/ Fitter/ Installation Tech
Welcome to The Roboticist Chronicles, where we bring you stories of innovation in robotics and automation. In this episode, we welcome Esteban Vazquez to the podcast. Esteban wears many hats at ARC Specialties being a welder, fitter, and now installation tech. We dive into Estaban's blossoming career and talk about what its like being a "Dreamer" in America. Watch the Video
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2 years ago
24 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
OTC 2023 with Lincoln Electric & Stress Engineering Services
Welcome to The Roboticist Chronicles, where we bring you stories of innovation in robotics and automation. In this episode, we're on location at OTC 2023 in Houston, Texas, one of the largest oil and gas conferences in the world. Joining us today is Bryan O'Neil, the Director of Global Offshore & Power Generation Segments at Lincoln Electric, a company that is leading the charge in additive manufacturing. Bryan will discuss how Lincoln Electric's additive solutions are transforming ...
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2 years ago
24 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Matt Gresens - FANUC America
From the floor of the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston, TX. Dan Allford is joined by Matt Gresens , Sr. District Manager at FANUC America Corporation.
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2 years ago
16 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
TRC - Ryan T. Zboril & Pitts & Spitts
We are joined by Ryan T. Zboril, CEO of Pitts & Spitts. Pitts & Spitts is an American fabrication that shop that focuses on smokers and grills. Pitts & Spitts offers a full family of products including traditional offset smokers, wood pellet grills, charcoal grills, travel grills, combination pits, fire pits and much more. To help you achieve BBQ greatness, we also offer high quality wood pellets, a line of Texas spices, and other high quality, handpicked accessories. Check out V...
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2 years ago
27 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
TRC - Stu Shepherd & #HowToRobot
We join Stuart Shepherd at the #HowToRobot booth at Fabtech 2022 in Atlanta, GA. to discuss how #HowToRobot is connecting those in the market for robotic solutions to the large network of robot suppliers who can help get the job done. Check out the video here.
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2 years ago
15 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
TRC -US First Robotics: 37
2 years ago
57 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
Jean-Marc Tetevuide: Life, Liberty, & the Pursuit of Happiness
3 years ago
26 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
TRC -Dan's Business Secrets Episode:07 Commercial Builder
In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, Todd Buster, president of Horizon Development & Construction, stops by H.A.T. Studio to discuss commercial building on this installment of Dan's Business Secrets.
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3 years ago
43 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
TRC -Dan's Business Secrets Episode:06 Journalism
In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, Chris Tomlinson, columnist for the Houston Chronicle, stops by H.A.T. Studio to discuss journalism on this installment of Dan's Business Secrets.
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3 years ago
1 hour 12 minutes

The Roboticist Chronicles
In this episode of The Roboticist Chronicles, host Dan Allford sits down with mechanical engineering student Jaxon Baker, a repeat guest on the podcast. Jaxon, a rising senior, discusses his involvement with the Formula SAE and Baja SAE programs, which Allford considers to be highly valuable extracurricular activities. The programs allow students to gain hands-on engineering and design experience by building race cars from raw materials. Jaxon shares details about the Baja team's successful s...