In this episode of Beyond the Bot, Tony speaks with Jacob from IGUS at Automate 2025. They explore how IGUS, traditionally known for plastic components, is revolutionizing the automation space with scalable, low-cost solutions and platforms like RBTX and Axis. From the challenges facing small-to-midsize businesses to the myth of the skills gap in manufacturing, Jacob offers an unfiltered view of where the industry is headed.

Tony DeHart talks with Justin Lorenzo, President of L&M Architectural Signs, about how a multi-generational, family-run signage business is transforming with automation. Justin shares how his team embraced robotic painting technology not only to boost efficiency but to elevate quality—meeting the intense demands of modern manufacturing without compromising on craftsmanship. From early challenges to impressive ROI, they explore what it really means to merge tradition and innov