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Using IoT to Revolutionize the Fastener Industry: Insights from the International Fastener Expo

Over the Air · 23 Nov 2023 · 21m

What this episode covers

Host Ryan Prosser interviews executives from Rivet King, Crabo, Keyence, Plex, and Optimus at the International Fastener Expo about integrating IoT into the fastener industry. Stephen Sherman of Rivet King demonstrates smart riveting tools that measure installation force and stroke to ensure joint quality, while Paolo from Crabo explains sensorized bolts that measure clamp load to prevent structural failures. Emily Rapp of Keyence highlights wireless CMMs that simplify inspection to address skilled labor shortages, and Jody from Plex discusses cloud-based manufacturing software for inventory traceability. Finally, Stuart Katz of Optimus showcases RFID-enabled automated inventory replenishment systems for OEMs.

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early-stage companies, companies scaling up and large enterprises

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Very, Rivet King, Crabo, Keyence, Plex, Rockwell Automation, Optimus, Ford
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Fastener Expo

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