Smart Factory Podcast Series

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The Smart Factory Podcast, hosted by Petra Mitchell, President & CEO of Catalyst Connection, spotlights the leaders, technologies, and strategic decisions shaping the future of manufacturing. Recorded at Mill 19 in Pittsburgh, each episode features candid conversations with executives, innovators, and industry experts who are building the infrastructure behind the modern industrial economy—from advanced automation and AI to energy, workforce strategy, and operational excellence.

Episode 4: Lojic

Discover how Lojic makes software for manufacturers. Lojic is a full service software development and services company geared towards the manufacturing industry. Manufacturers concentrate on making their business processes as lean as possible but often their software and systems are the one thing that is holding them back. Learn more at https://lojic.us.

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Episode 3: KCF Technologies

KCF Technologies develops and commercializes products and solutions for industry and the military. The company specializes in wireless sensors, energy harvesting, underwater navigation and smart material devices. Its vision is to be a leader in the development of federally-funded technologies and bridge the gap to successful commercial products by establishing strategic partnerships. Learn more at www.kcftech.com.

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Episode 2: Cybersecurity for Manufacturers

Catalyst Connection’s Matt Holjes and TechVibe Radio’s Jonathan Kersting talk about the basics of cybersecurity with Leia Shilobod of InTech Solutions. Leia saves small businesses and mid-market firms from hackers and keeps them compliant by delivering enterprise-class IT security solutions. She is also author of “Cyber Warfare: Protecting Your Business From Total Annilihation.”

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Episode 1: Augmented And Virtual Reality In Manufacturing

Catalyst Connection's Matt Holjes teams up with TechVibe Radio's Jonathan Kersting to explore augmented and virtual reality in the manufacturing setting. They talk to Karen Alexander of XR Connected, one of the most respected authorities on the technologies. She will detail how they are being used in everything from assembly to training.

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