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Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Nicky Pettit, Account Executive, Limble

SOUTHEAST Session: Manufacturers today face a critical workforce challenge. An aging labor pool, persistent skills shortages, and post-pandemic attrition have created gaps that traditional hiring alone cannot solve. These pressures demand innovative approaches to sustaining productivity and competitiveness. Robotics offers a practical, scalable solution, not as a replacement for people, but as a partner that augments human capabilities. Collaborative robots (cobots) are designed to work alongside operators, taking on repetitive, physically demanding, or hazardous tasks. This partnership allows employees to focus on higher-value activities such as quality control, process improvement, and customer engagement. Studies show that human–robot teams significantly reduce idle time and improve throughput compared to all-human work environments. Real-world examples illustrate the shift. Chipotle’s “Autocado” robot automates the tedious process of cutting and coring avocados, while staff concentrate on quality and service. On manufacturing floors, cobots assist with material handling, precision assembly, and inspection; areas where ergonomics and consistency are critical. Rather than eliminating jobs, robotics transforms them, creating safer workplaces and more sustainable operations. This session, “Robotics as a Partner, Not a Replacement, for Manufacturing Jobs,” will explore how manufacturers can strategically adopt robotics to address workforce shortages without diminishing employee value. Attendees will gain insights into the benefits of cobot integration, practical considerations for implementation, and the long-term potential of human–robot collaboration. The presentation emphasizes that the future of manufacturing is not a choice between people and machines, but a partnership that strengthens both.

Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Kevin Clark, Chief Evangelist Officer, Nanoprecise

SOUTHEAST Session: Pop by to learn about IoT asset tracking trends globally, and how tech can help manage your supply chain by bringing visibility and control into your most important assets!

Speaker at SOUTHEAST: Steve Logue, General Manager, Sensolus

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SOUTHEAST Exhibitor: Precision. Performance. Productivity. Crotts & Saunders invites you to experience powerhouse manufacturing technology from industry leaders Mazak, MC Machinery, Agile Robot Systems, and Ultra Tech—all under one roof. Stop by our booth to see live machining and automation demonstrations designed to help your shop achieve more throughput, less downtime, and higher ROI. Featured Equipment Mazak VC-EZ 20 Discover precision and versatility on this vertical machining center—featuring Mazak’s Smooth G Control for advanced motion, simplified programming, and unmatched efficiency. Mazak QT-EZ 10 + Agile Robot System See how a fully integrated Agile robotic cell automates part loading and unloading, boosting spindle uptime and eliminating operator bottlenecks. Mitsubishi EDM MV1200 S MC Machinery’s industry-leading EDM delivers incredible accuracy, reliability, and wire-cut performance—perfect for toolrooms and production environments alike. Ultra Tech Cobot Combo System A ready-to-run collaborative robot package engineered for machine tending, inspection, or part handling—configurable, flexible, and built for fast ROI. Get hands-on with cutting-edge machining, metrology, and automation solutions. Meet our experts, explore turnkey system options, and discover how Crotts & Saunders helps manufacturers in the Carolinas and Virginia push productivity further.

SOUTHEAST Exhibitor: Franz Kessler providing Spindle Technology, System Technology and Drive Technology for modern Machine Tools. Kessler offers tailor-made spindle technology to suit your needs: Individual, flexible, modular and suitable for all areas of application. Kessler offers 2-axis swiveling heads for maximum precision and dynamic for 5-axis machining. Kessler offers a product line of 1- and 2-axis tables and multi-axis special purpose solutions. Kessler offers direct drive systems according to customer requirements. Kessler provides Manufacturer expertise for first-class repair service. Kessler Service Spindles: Available from stock, delivery on demand, replacement of spindle in your facility Express Repair: Dependable at the highest quality, using OEM parts, tested under operating conditions, on-site support. On-Site Service: Fast response time, factory trained service engineers, worldwide presence. Spindle Hotel: Professional storage according to optimal conditions, delivery on demand. Spare Parts Management: Original spare parts directly from the manufacturer, customer focused service solutions, large local inventory of critical parts Training: Kessler training programs to optimize performance and increase product life