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The Wrench Factor

MaintainX

18 episodes

16 hours ago

Predictive maintenance has changed more in the last decade than in the previous forty. In this episode of Wrench Factor, host Nick Haase sits down with Ryan Bowman, Chief Revenue Officer at Waites, and David Porter, Director of Reliability Services at Waites, to unpack the state of vibration monitoring today—and why it’s becoming a foundational tool for modern manufacturing. Waites provides industrial wireless condition monitoring built for harsh environments, pairing rugged vibration and tem...

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Predictive maintenance has changed more in the last decade than in the previous forty. In this episode of Wrench Factor, host Nick Haase sits down with Ryan Bowman, Chief Revenue Officer at Waites, and David Porter, Director of Reliability Services at Waites, to unpack the state of vibration monitoring today—and why it’s becoming a foundational tool for modern manufacturing. Waites provides industrial wireless condition monitoring built for harsh environments, pairing rugged vibration and tem...

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Episodes (18/18)

The Wrench Factor

The New Era of Vibration Monitoring: What Industrial Leaders Need to Know

Predictive maintenance has changed more in the last decade than in the previous forty. In this episode of Wrench Factor, host Nick Haase sits down with Ryan Bowman, Chief Revenue Officer at Waites, and David Porter, Director of Reliability Services at Waites, to unpack the state of vibration monitoring today—and why it’s becoming a foundational tool for modern manufacturing. Waites provides industrial wireless condition monitoring built for harsh environments, pairing rugged vibration and tem...

2 days ago

24 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Safety Meets AI: How NVIDIA Is Powering the Next Era of Robotics

On this episode of The Wrench Factor, guest host Jake Hall (The Manufacturing Millennial) sits down with Chen Su, Senior Technical Product Marketing Manager at NVIDIA, to explore how AI and robotics autonomy are redefining safety on the factory floor. With more than a decade of experience across industrial automation, enterprise software, R&D, and product management, Chen brings a rare, cross-functional view of how cutting-edge technology becomes operational reality. Together, Jake and Ch...

1 week ago

30 minutes

The Wrench Factor

The IT–Ops Divide: How to Build a Modern Industrial Tech Stack

Manufacturers know the tension well: Operations needs modern tools to run efficiently, while IT is tasked with protecting the enterprise, managing risk, and preventing tech-stack sprawl. Sometimes, when those priorities collide, digital transformation stalls. On this episode of Wrench Factor, host Tyler Hufstetler sits down with Blaine Bryant, Chief Information Officer and Senior Vice President at Lightera. With more than two decades of global IT leadership across manufacturing, software, fin...

2 weeks ago

26 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Building What’s Next: Product Strategy for the Industrial Workforce

Nick Haase sits down with Will Lehrmann, SVP of Product at MaintainX and former Procore Technologies product leader, for a candid conversation about what industrial teams actually need from software today. Drawing from experience across both construction and manufacturing, Will breaks down the challenges he’s hearing from operators, the opportunities product teams should be building toward, and what’s real — versus what’s overhyped — in the industrial tech landscape. They also dig into the ...

3 weeks ago

25 minutes

The Wrench Factor

What Manufacturers Are Doing Wrong with Data

Jake Hall, The Manufacturing Millennial, talks with Remus Pop, Partner at Concept Reply, about the current state of digital transformation — and where the biggest shifts are happening on the plant floor. They break down what’s actually shifting on the plant floor as AI becomes more embedded, why maintenance teams are essential to successful digitalization, and what leaders should be thinking about to develop the next generation of industrial talent. In this episode, you'll learn: - Emerging...

1 month ago

25 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Demystifying Industry 4.0 with Jake Hall

Industry 4.0, minus the buzzwords. On this episode of #TheWrenchFactor, co-founder Nick Haase sits down with Jake Hall (The Manufacturing Millennial) to demystify what a real digital transformation flywheel looks like, ERP vs. MES vs. data lakes and IoT, and how AI (perception, generative, and agentic) is moving maintenance from reactive to truly predictive. Plus, why early adopters win and how a modern CMMS plugs into the stack for compounding ROI.

1 month ago

25 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Embracing Innovation: Transforming Manufacturing with AI and Data-Driven Insights

Join Nick Haase, Co-Founder of MaintainX, on 'The Wrench Factor' as he hosts Jeff Winter, Vice President of Business Strategy for Critical Manufacturing and an Industry 4.0 & Digital Transformation Enthusiast. In this episode, they delve into the latest trends in IoT, AI, and Maintenance 4.0. Learn about the evolution of maintenance from preventative measures to data-driven, predictive maintenance, and how AI is transforming the industry. Jeff shares his expertise on building a soli...

1 month ago

18 minutes

The Wrench Factor

AI on the Frontlines : What Maintenance Teams Really Think About AI

AI dominates the conversation around industrial innovation, but how are frontline maintenance and reliability teams actually using it? In this episode of The Wrench Factor, we break down findings from the 2025 State of Industrial Maintenance Report and explore what AI adoption really looks like inside the four walls of a plant. Read the full report here: https://www.getmaintainx.com/state-of-industrial-maintenance-report

6 months ago

20 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Building Tomorrow’s Workforce: Educating the Next Gen of Manufacturers

Jake Hall ("The Manufacturing Millennial") and MaintainX co-founder, Nick Haase, explore the urgent intersection of education, generational knowledge transfer, and digital transformation reshaping manufacturing's future. As the industry loses decades of irreplaceable expertise to retirement, it will reveal how forward-thinking organizations are turning this challenge into an opportunity through innovative mentorship programs and digital knowledge capture.

6 months ago

25 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Culture Shift: Empowering the Modern Maintenance Team

On this episode of The Wrench Factor, we explore how modern maintenance culture is moving away from reactive checklists and compliance-driven workflows toward empowerment, ownership, and collaboration. Learn how to build a culture that drives a lasting impact.

7 months ago

18 minutes

The Wrench Factor

The AI Trap: Chasing Tech Without the ROI

On this episode of The Wrench Factor, MaintainX co-founder Nick Haase sits down with Willem Sundblad, CEO of Oden Technologies, to discuss the state of AI inside digital transformation programs—and why the bar for ROI has shot through the roof.

7 months ago

25 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Top 10 Signs Your Maintenance Program Needs a Tune-Up

From paper-based chaos to missing parts at the worst possible time. With real stories from the field, the team brings to life the everyday challenges maintenance pros face. Whether you're leading a well-oiled machine or constantly in firefighting mode, this episode is packed with practical insights.

8 months ago

28 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Optimizing Maintenance with SAP: How LeverX is Powering the Future of Operations

Learn how LeverX revolutionizes maintenance and operations through SAP-driven solutions. From predictive maintenance and real-time analytics to seamless IT/OT integration, we’ll discuss how businesses can optimize workflows, reduce downtime, and maximize asset performance.

8 months ago

22 minutes

The Wrench Factor

How MachineMetrics Uses Maintenance Data to Drive Business Value

MachineMetrics, a leading provider of machine data collection and analysis solutions, shares how you can extract valuable insights from their maintenance data, driving improvements in sustainability, quality, productivity, and capital planning. Learn how this data-driven approach can help you achieve operational excellence and optimize manufacturing processes.

8 months ago

22 minutes

The Wrench Factor

How Asset Performance and Maintenance Drive Your Bottom Line

In this episode, we dig into the critical connection between asset performance, maintenance strategies, and cash flow. We explore how proactive maintenance and real-time data can reduce downtime, optimize asset performance, and significantly impact a company’s financial health.

8 months ago

21 minutes

The Wrench Factor

How Cintas Leads the Way in Tech-Enabled Safety

In this episode, we look into the transformative impact of technology on workplace safety, featuring insights from Cintas’ approach to tech-enabled safety solutions. We examine how data-driven tools and innovative strategies empower teams, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of safety across industries.

8 months ago

21 minutes

The Wrench Factor

The $125K Per Hour Problem: How Data Sharing Builds Resilient Manufacturing

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of real-time data sharing, including how manufacturers and OEMs can leverage data to reduce downtime, optimize inventory control, accelerate innovation, and foster collaboration.

8 months ago

19 minutes

The Wrench Factor

Breaking Barriers: Advancing Innovation in Maintenance & Operations

This special episode of The Wrench Factor explores excellence in leadership across industrial sectors. Our live panel discussion features Katherine Schifani and Shari Maxwell Patrick, pioneering leaders who are transforming maintenance and manufacturing through strategic innovation. This timely conversation coincides with International Women's Day and highlights how diverse perspectives are advancing technology, reshaping operational workflows, and creating new possibilities in these critical...

8 months ago

27 minutes