Air Power Airwaves

Worker Safety is the name of the game in this episode of Air Power Airwaves with Host Travis Stirewalt. Whether it's providing safe breathable air for your team in the paint booth, body cooling/heating solutions or even just the latest hard hat technology, Bryan Floyd the Regional Sales Manager from Bullard will break it down for you. With help from Air Power's Sales & Marketing Leader (and professional model) Kyle Crawford, we'll show you the state-of-the-art equipment that is keeping paint and manufacturing workers safe and comfortable. Worker comfort and satisfaction promotes better work efficiency and top of the line safety measures keep worker's compensation claims down too, so the ROI to provide your team with the latest safety gear is immeasurable. Notable Impacts of Bullard Safety technologies in the Manufacturing Space; 1. Increased Productivity 2. Reduction of Worker's Comp claims 3. Increased employee comfort and satisfaction If you have any questions about today’s topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for more information on the workers safety and comfort products from Bullard, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

It's all about new game-changing technology in this episode of Air Power Airwaves! Host Travis Stirewalt chats with Ingersoll Rand's Chris Scarborough and Air Power's James Stanley about 2 new technologies that IR are going to change the way our customers manufacture their products. First up we discuss the new "Drive XChange System" featured on the 2236 Max Series. This patented new technology allows you to change out anvils without adaptors that drain your tool's power. Then James dives into the new RTS (Responsive Tightening Systems) that IR is releasing to be a hybrid between regular impact tools and precision fastening equipment already on the market. RTS an "advanced assembly" tool that is programmable for each of your different applications. If you have any questions about today’s topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for more information on the new Drive Xchange System or RTS, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Have you ever had a case of Crane Brain? Well, based on our latest Air Power Airwaves Podcast it is definitely something you want. In this episode, Host Travis Stirewalt sits down with Gorbel's Joe DeMott and Air Power's Tom Robinson to discuss what Crane Brain is and how it can help us (and you) design the perfect material handling solution for your manufacturing process. Do you need a wall mounted jib crane or a ceiling mounted bridge crane....well don't worry cause we discuss all types of; So sit back and enjoy this episode of Air Power Airwaves. If you have any questions about today’s topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for help with material handling within your facility, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

In this edition of Air Power Airwaves we have an "uplifting" discussion with Tony Lonardi of Harrington Hoists and Air Power's Mike Rogers about the different types of equipment you should consider when choosing the proper lifting process for your facility. You'll find out what makes Harrington's hoists better, the details on their incredible warranty offer and why Air Power and Harrington make such a great partnership.So sit back and enjoy this episode of Air Power Airwaves. If you have any questions about today's topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for help with lifting and moving within your facility, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Material removal is a messy process....whether sanding wood, polishing fiberglass or grinding metal. It's also hard on your crew, from the dust particles and metal shavings making it hard to breathe to the vibration and repetitious motions that finishing and material removal requires. In this edition of Air Power Airwaves Travis Stirewalt chats with Ed Shirley, Territory Manager from Dynabrade Power Tools, and Air Power Application Engineer to discuss the "Dynabrade difference". From small grinders to some of the most powerful sanders on the market, Dynabrade offers an array of tools that have less vibration, better ventilation and more ergonomic designs to make your process more efficient, safer and much more economical. In this podcast we cover; - The markets that Dynabrade partners with Air Power to serve - A review of Dynabrade's biggest products - How easy it is to repair and service the equipment - The "Try Before You Buy" program - What is the "Performance Assurance Kit" and why it's important So sit back and enjoy this episode of Air Power Airwaves. If you have any questions about today's topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for help with finishing, material removal or dust collection, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Manufacturing is changing....whether it is because of staffing issues, production inefficiency or growing product demand, automation and robotics is becoming a necessity for facilities of all sizes. It's time to consider the possibilities for your operation. In this edition of Air Power Airwaves Travis Stirewalt chats with Mark Patterson, a Automation Solutions Specialist from FANUC, and Air Power Controls Engineer Dusty Coble to discuss the evolving integration of Cobots, paint and industrial robotics into small and large manufacturing facilities. In this podcast we cover; - The reasons it makes financial sense to automate - The difference between robots and cobots - The different types of automation robotics - Some of the most common applications - Why Air Power is now an EXCLUSIVE FANUC Distributor So sit back and enjoy this episode of Air Power Airwaves. If you have any questions about today's topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for help with automation or robotic integration, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

If we sell it...we'll fix it.....even if we have to come to you to do it! That's the philosophy of the Service & Repair Department at Air Power Manufacturing Solutions. Our Bench Repair Team and Field Service Technicians are all factory trained on all the brands we sell, and we have a network of 5 Service Centers to make it more convenient for our customers. In this episode of Air Power Airwaves, Host Travis Stirewalt welcomes Tyler Mabe, Air Power's Service Department Manager, and Field Service Technician Chris Hawkins into the studio for an in-depth discussion on what makes our Service Department the best in the industry. Learn about our Service Contracts, Emergency Repair capabilities, the training our technicians receive from our vendors, what you can do to make your repair happen faster and discover the biggest challenges our Service Centers face when trying to repair your tools and equipment. As always it will be informative and fun and when it's done if you would like to learn more about the Service and Repair capabilities of Air Power...just call 1-800-334-1001. Download our Bench Service Flyer: Download our Field Service Flyer: Download our Service Department FAQ's: Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

"Project Management" can mean a lot of things in the Manufacturing world....but at Air Power it means a turn-key solution that has our experts with you every step of the way....and we mean every step. In this Episode of Air Power Airwaves Travis sits down with Air Power's Senior Project Manager Dave Hege to discuss how his team takes each of our customers through every phase of their project. From planning, to purchasing to project coordination and installation, our team of PM's are the guiding light for every solution we manufacture. Dave explains why being PMP (Professional Project Management) Certified matters and how his RED X and Green Belt Six Sigma certifications benefit not only our team of PM's but each and every one of our customers. Our team will guide you through; - The Kickoff Meeting & Customer Orientation - Project Logistics & Scheduling - Gantt Chart Timelines - Installation - Timely Project Communications - System De-bug & Startup - System Implementation If you have any questions about today's topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to discuss your upcoming manufacturing project, please visit our PROJECT MANAGEMENT page: https://www.airpower-usa.com/services/#project-management and then contact Air Power at 1-800-334-1001 Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Air Power's Engineering and Automation capabilities are far beyond that of most manufacturing distributors. Our team's ability to turn your bottleneck, process issue or system breakdown into a logical and efficient solution helps sets Air Power apart from our competition. In this edition of Air Power Airwaves Travis Stirewalt sits down with Brian Gaddy, our Engineering and Technical Services Leader and Kyle Crawford our Sales and Marketing Leader, to discuss ALL the ways the Engineering team help us deliver results for our customers. From the CAD designs all the way through to the installation of our custom designed solution, Brian's highly trained team touches every project we take on for every client we help to Assemble, Move or Coat. You should listen to this podcast to learn more our capabilities with; When you are done listening, visit our AUTOMATION page for more information on how Air Power can Engineer and Automate the perfect Manufacturing Solution for you. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

What makes Air Power special? What sets us apart from our competition? Air Power has a proven process for assisting our customers to improve, enhance and refine their manufacturing , painting or production systems. In this episode of Air Power Airwaves, Host Travis Stirewalt discusses Air Power's Competitive Advantage with our Sales and Marketing Leader Kyle Crawford. Learn the steps our team goes through with each of our customers when trying to integrate the perfect manufacturing solutions for their unique production process. The 6 Steps in Air Power's Process From our initial visit all the way through to continued calibration and maintenance services, Air Power is your partner in progress. So sit back and enjoy this episode of Air Power Airwaves. If you have any questions about today's topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for help with work cell optimization, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Work cell optimization is critical for increased production and the reduction of rejects and bottlenecks in the manufacturing space. Air Power has long time partnered with vendor partners that bring expertise in perfecting these critical environments. Southern Market Share is one of those vendor partners and a welcomed addition to the Air Power portfolio. Tom Gondi, President of Southern Market Share, joins Kyle Crawford, Air Power's Sales and Marketing Leader and the Air Power Airwaves Host, Travis Stirewalt to deep dive into the tools and products that are helping manufacturers go from concept through installation with a number of applications. How you ask? Work cell optimization, step reduction, floor ergonomics, and generally making repetitive work in the manufacturing space less physically painful and more comfortable, repeatable and profitable. We look at the three key factors to optimize a work cell. -Proper worktable or bench that suits the operator and what is being manufactured. -Part Presentation to the operator and what they are working with. -Tool presentation on a horizontal vs vertical vs the cost realized. Key products discussed: Lift Tables Carts Guard Rail Modular Office Shrink Wrap Machines Work Benches Floor Ergonomics Ergonomic Floor Matting Pallet Positioning So sit back and enjoy this episode of Air Power Airwaves. If you have any questions about today's topic or would like to schedule an Air Power visit to your facility for help with work cell optimization, please contact Air Power today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

If you are a manufacturer that works with a wood substrate and manufacture something out of wood that needs to be stained, painted or sealed as an end product, you need to watch PART 2 of our Air Power Airwaves Podcast devoted to the latest trends in Wood Finishing! Allan Mustard of Carlisle Fluid Technologies returns along with Len Morrison of Air Power. Both of our guests have a multitude of years of experience in the wood finishing industry and in this round-table we talk about current trends and evolving technology specifically related to wood finishing. In Part 2 of this 2 part podcast we discuss; 1. Process Times 2. Color Palettes 3. Custom Colors 4. The impact of Evolving Manufacturing Processes Watch Part 1 of this 2 Part Podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/1401835/12874499 For more information on the Air Power Wood Finishing capabilities and everything Air Power can do to help improve your processes, please call us today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Manufacture It a Great Day! Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

What is wood finishing? Great question. Answer: if you are a manufacturer that works with a wood substrate and manufacture something out of wood that needs to be stained, painted or sealed as an end product, you are wood finishing. Such a great time with Allan Mustard of Carlisle Fluid Technologies and Len Morrison of Air Power. Both of our guests have a multitude of years of experience in the wood finishing industry and in this round-table we talk about current trends and evolving technology specifically related to wood finishing. In Part 1 of this 2 part podcast we discuss; 1. Substrates 2. Coatings 3. The Trends we see post-Covid fro the wood finishing industry For more information on the Air Power Wood Finishing capabilities and everything Air Power can do to help improve your processes, please call us today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Manufacture It a Great Day! Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

AirPowerManufacturingSolutions is super excited about this podcast. Air Power Airwaves Podcast Host, Travis Stirewalt, sits down with the Finishing Lab Manager, Jeff Tussey, in the Air Power Live Studios in High Point, NC. The Air Power Finishing Lab allows customers the opportunity to realize the benefits of new technology and better processes before they invest. This also helps to improve processes and adjust parameters to make sure that the customers investment is well spent and future unknowns become a lot less dramatic. Features of the Air Power Finishing Lab: Powder Coating Cartridge Booth GEMA Optiflex Pro Gun Technology (multiple platforms) 2 Liquid Booths Liquid Spray Guns (full access to all Air Power supported brands) Fanuc Robot Technology Conveyors Multiple Paint Proportioning Systems Cure Oven (gas) Cure Oven (electric) For more information on the Air Power Finishing Lab and everything Air Power can do to help improve your processes, please call us today at 1-800-334-1001 or visit us online at www.airpower-usa.com. Manufacture It a Great Day! Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Air Power Airwaves Host, Travis Stirewalt, sits down with Kevin Averette, Air Power's Operations and Competencies Leader, to have a candid conversation of how Air Power utilizes Application and Technical Specialists to support a strong Account Manager presence in the market. Bottom line, with this approach, our customers win. Air Power utilizes both Technical Specialists and Application Specialists in three categories that describe the product/solution competencies serviced by Air Power. They are described as: ASSEMBLE MOVE COAT What do these categories represent and how can we help you. @AirPowerManufacturingSolutions Air Power Manufacturing Solutions 800-334-1001 www.airpower-usa.com shop.airpower-usa.com Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

If you have liquid finishing or powder coating as part of your manufacturing process and you strive for consistency, efficiency and repeatability in your operation, we invite you to watch this podcast. Air Power Airwaves Host, Travis Stirewalt is joined by special guests, Zane Abato of Global Finishing Solutions (GFS) and Mark Richardson of Air Power (Salem VA) to deep dive into the GFS portfolio of products for multiple industries. Highlights of this podcast are: History of Global Finishing Solutions Blast Booths Burn-Off Ovens Cure Ovens Dry-Off Ovens Washers Finishing Booths Importance of Proper Selection Questions: 1-800-334-1001 Find us on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Youtube Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Do you know what Atomization means and how it has improved the finishing industry? Join Air Power Airwaves host, Travis Stirewalt, with special guests, Payton Cozart of Carlisle Fluid Technologies and Wayne Albergotti of Air Power as they take a deep dive into Atomization. Learn about the early discovery of Atomization as a way to treat sinus issues and how it made its way to the paint booth. www.airpowerairwaves.com www.airpowerlive.com www.airpower-usa.com 1-800-334-1001 Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Are you responsible for cartridge filters, final filters or HEPA filters in your facility? This is a podcast for you. Take a deep dive with our host, Travis Stirewalt and special guests Will Bryan and David Bryan from CATS FILTERS to learn the ins and outs of how to properly select and specify the correct filters. Whether you have powder booths, powder reclaim modules, dust booths, dust collectors, smoke eaters or cutting tables, this will help you get the 411 on sourcing the right filter for the job. ** Here's the link to my first video (back in 2019) with WIll Bryan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WadOWV5-Vl4 ** Here's the link to the Full Moon Oyster Bar menu: https://www.fullmoonoysterbar.com/menu.htm Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Air Power Airwaves Host, Travis Stirewalt, sits down with Air Power President Dan Senff for his 2nd solo Podcast interview for an update on all things Air Power Manufacturing Solutions. Topics Covered: - What did we learn from COVID 19? - How is Air Power is using technology to evolve our business model? - Why we closed the Walk-Up Store in our High Point Office? - Sneak Peak of our State-of-the-Art Lab - See inside our re-organized Air Power Warehouse - Some images of our re-located Projects Lab - A few shots of our Renovated Service & Repair Department - An update on the integrations of our Lee Patterson and Zenmar acquisitions It's a wide ranging and informative discussion on how Air Power continues to evolve and grow to meet the needs of our customers. Please visit AirPower-USA.com for more information on all of our products, brands and manufacturing solutions. Questions: 1-800-334-1001 For an video version of the Air Power Airwaves Podcast, please visit https://www.airpower-usa.com/videos/ Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

Air Power Airwaves Host, Travis Stirewalt, is joined by special guests TJ McNeely (PREVOST) and Rusty Clinton (Air Power) to take a journey into Compressed Air. PREVOST is an industry innovator and leader in compressed air solutions. Topics Covered: Air Drops, Clean Air, Managing Air Loss, Old School vs New Technology, Saving Money, Increasing Safety, Black Iron, Galvonized, PVC NO-NOs, Aluminum, Air Compressor, Critical Fluid Power, OSHA, Coalescing Filter, Desiccant Filter. Link to Prevost Video mentioned in the podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_GTJ8Y9q6s Please visit AirPower-USA.com for more information on all of our products, brands and manufacturing solutions. Questions: 1-800-334-1001 Visit us online at AirPower-USA.com https://www.airpower-usa.com/airwaves-podcast/ Connect with Air Power Manufacturing Solutions on: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter