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Podcast for the Automation, Robotics and Manufacturing Industries by host, Jim Beretta. The podcast is partnered with A3 | RIA Robotics Industry Association. We discuss trends, innovation, and important tech for advanced manufacturing.

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Welcome to The Robot Industry Podcast #164 aka Automation Matters podcast. I became aware of Kelly Boyi from my friends at ATS Automation. He is Canadian, born in Nigeria and now living in USA.

We have never met in person only online and on Teams. I... more

Welcome to The Robot Industry Podcast #163. At Pickle Robot they are applying Physical AI to truck unloading and developing generalized autonomy that will unlock robot orchestration across entire logistics processes.

• Welcome back to the show AJ. C... more

Hello Everyone and welcome to The Robot Industry Podcast, #Automate2026 edition.

My friend Chris Round and new friend Kojo are joining me for podcast #162. We are talking about sensors and Leuze is one of the premier safety sensor manufacturers in E... more

Hello everyone and welcome to The Robot Industry Podcast, edition #161. I welcome Hugo Lessnick from Averna in Montreal to the podcast. Hugo is the Engineering Manager at Averna, we are going to talk about test, automation, test software and well, al... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Boyi
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Episode: Automation Matters with Kelly Boyi LinkedIn Coach, Mentor and Advisor
AJ Meyer
CEO of Pickle Robotics
Pickle Robotics
Episode: Pickle Robot is on a mission to automate global supply chains with AI and Robotics
Chris Round
Global Business Development Manager with Leuze
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Episode: Automate 2026 Pre-show Edition with Leuze's Chris Round and Kojo Kyei-Baffour
Kojo Kyei-Baffour
Business Development Manager for packaging and intralogistics at Leuze
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Episode: Automate 2026 Pre-show Edition with Leuze's Chris Round and Kojo Kyei-Baffour
Hugo Lessnick
Engineering Manager at Averna
Averna
Episode: Test Systems and Automation with Averna's Hugo Lessnick
Greta Cutulenco
Founder/CEO of Acerta Analytics
Acerta Analytics
Episode: Advanced quality manufacturing analytics with Greta Cutulenco from Acerta
Bryan Madden
Mushroom farmer and leader at Apex 2 drawer farm, South Mill Champs
South Mill Champs / Apex 2 Drawer Farm
Episode: Bryan Madden - Leading the Mushroom Growing Industry with Automation, Robotics and Mycionics
Chuck Baresich
From Haggerty Creek and Haggerty AgRobotics
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Episode: AgRobotics, Agriculture, and Automation with Chuck Baresich
Matt Hortop
Engineer at AVL focusing on battery testing and simulation
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Episode: AVL Battery and Test Systems with Matthew Hortop, PE

Host

Jim Beretta
Host of The Robot Industry Podcast and related automation-focused programming; provides leadership, media production, and marketing guidance through Customer Attraction Industrial Marketing.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Great Podcast!

    The Robot Industry Podcast covers a lot of ground and introduces new players in the industry. I love it!

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    5
    Like the Gun
    Canada2 years ago
  • Consultant

    The Robot Industry Podcast is informative and timely - presenting information on the many new applications of automation that are evolving so rapidly. From Work Instruction Automation to Medical Device Automation, and more, Jim Beretta interviews industry experts, leading a frank and insightful discussion. He asks great questions to uncover important details and features relevant to todays advanced manufacturing. Well recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GJM_s
    Canada5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Well recommended for anyone involved in automation, engineering, and manufacturing marketing.
Guests are informative and insightful; questions uncover important details for today's automation.
Great show for industry insiders; covers a lot of ground and highlights new players.

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Pickle Robot is on a mission to automate global supply chains with AI and Robotics
Q: If somebody wants to find out more about Pickle Robots or you, what's the best way to get in touch?
Visit the website and email info@picklerobot.com for starting qualifications and more information.
Pickle Robot is on a mission to automate global supply chains with AI and Robotics
Q: What is the ROI on a Pickle Robot system?
ROI trends toward shorter payback over time, moving from multi-year paybacks to sub-three-year goals, with some customers in the 'robots as a service' model seeing 12–18 month payback and large CAPEX deals around three years; adoption scales with enterprise needs.
Pickle Robot is on a mission to automate global supply chains with AI and Robotics
Q: Can you describe your robot arm and how it's been updated since you last spoke?
The system relies on a heavy physical AI stack, a mix of a robotic arm on wheels with cameras, pneumatics, and automotive-grade components, designed to handle many edge cases in real loading and unloading scenarios while iterating on demonstrations to improve performance.
Pickle Robot is on a mission to automate global supply chains with AI and Robotics
Q: Let's go over the math again about parcels and packaging and boxes. What does the math look like for scalable automation?
The goal is a standardized task that works across big players; ROI hinges on high-throughput, consistent handling, and the ability to automate multiple dock doors with a clear path to payback as volume grows.
Test Systems and Automation with Averna's Hugo Lessnick
Q: How do you work with customers?
Engagement is flexible and depends on the product development stage, from spec-phase collaboration and prototyping to turnkey execution, with a focus on frequent communication to keep everyone aligned.

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A tech-forward show focused on automation, robotics, and manufacturing trends, with in-depth discussions on testing, analytics, AI-enabled processes, and practical deployments in real-world production. Episodes frequently cover how data, AI, and sensors drive quality, productivity, and ROI across automotive, electronics, and heavy industry, as well as how integrators and vendors collaborate with manufacturers. A standout aspect is the emphasis on actionable takeaways—budgeting for equipment, choosing engagement models, and building scalable AI/automation strategies—making it useful for engineers, operations leaders, and buyers evaluating automation solutions. The format tends toward candid expert conversations, practical case studies, and i... more

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2. AJ Meyer
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