Part I – Operational Opportunities through Robotics & Automation

Amidst the persistent labor shortage and capacity challenges, numerous companies are strategically embracing manufacturing automation technology to not only enhance overall productivity but also address the imperative of optimal operations and workforce retention.

Join us for TechSolve’s insightful two-part Lunch & Learn Series, meticulously crafted to equip you with the essential knowledge needed to elevate your operations through exploration of Automation & Robotics opportunities. Dr. Radu Pavel, PhD, and Charles Wartinger will delve into the transformative roles played by robotics and automation in addressing current manufacturing challenges.

About Dr. Radu Pavel

Dr. Radu Pavel is Vice President, Chief Technology Officer and Chief Engineer of TechSolve, Inc. He has over 25 years of mechanical and manufacturing engineering experience developed in industry, research laboratories and universities in Europe and the United States. He has a master and PhD in mechanical engineering, and a PhD in manufacturing engineering. Building on a strong background in machining and grinding, Dr. Pavel developed expertise in digital manufacturing through project work focused on identification, evaluation, development, demonstration and dissemination of technologies for the advanced manufacturing enterprise. He has led multiple programs focused on accelerating the adoption of digital manufacturing technologies, including implementation of research and educational programs on Industry 4.0, such as Prognostics and Health Management, Cybersecurity, and the Industrial IoT. Dr. Pavel is participating in the development of standards for smart manufacturing and he is actively involved in collaborations with Manufacturing U.S.A. institutes, including America Makes, ARM, CESMII and MxD.

About Charles Wartinger

Charles specializes in turnkey solutions and applications, with over four years of expertise in process development, programming, statistical analysis, and cycle time optimization for 4 and 5-axis CNC machines. His diverse industry experience spans automotive, power tools, and hand tools, where he has consistently demonstrated a keen ability to drive efficiency and innovation in manufacturing processes. Charles is a graduate of Ohio University, where he earned his Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering. Prior to his role at TechSolve, Charles honed his craft at Makino as an Application Engineer. He played a pivotal role in providing technical expertise; facilitating turnkey project documentation, collaboration with suppliers, and conducting internal studies to optimize tool holding solutions.