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This is an issue of Global Proportions! We're talking about the supply chain crisis. From aluminum to semiconductor chip shortages, the lack of essential materials is affecting just about everyone and nearly all levels of production.

• Why is there a chip set crisis, aka Chipageddon?
  
• How long will Chipageddon last?
  
• Is there a fix for manufacturers?
  
• Tesla's sales are through the roof this year. How has Elon Musk managed this crisis? And, what lessons can we learn from Tesla?
  
• What products are machine builders, system integrators, and end users waiting on?
  
• What products are available now?
  
• How are elliTek's Partners navigating the supply chain crisis?

Stayed tuned to here interviews with Jon Fields, Senior Motion Sales Engineer with Yaskawa Motion & Drives Division and Peter Zafiro, General Manager with LinMot Linear Motors.
You'll hear how these two companies are succeeding AND delivering even in this chaotic logistical ordeal that everyone is experiencing.
There is light at the end of the tunnel and it isn't an oncoming train. You can find your way through the supply chain crisis, but you may need to look outside of your normal sources!
If you're searching for product, check out elliTek's Partners in Automation. There are products available. The lead times may be a bit slower than normal, but you won't be waiting a year to get what you need to keep your business moving forward.
No matter where you are in your automation journey, elliTek will meet you there!
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Videos courtesy of:
Name: Intel
Title: From Sand to Silicon: the Making of a Chip
Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5paWn7bFg4
Name: Linas K
Title: How Microchips are made
Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2KcZGwntgg
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1. Welcome! Today's topic is the supply chain crisis (00:00:00)

2. Lots of buzz about robotic welding. Why? (00:01:40)

3. Why is there a chip set crisis, aka Chipageddon? (00:05:14)

4. How does silicone grow? (00:09:20)

5. What can we learn from Elon Musk and Tesla? (00:23:25)

6. What are machine builders, system integrators, and end users waiting on? (00:29:05)

7. How can machine builders, system integrators, and end users overcome these shortages? (00:30:00)

8. Interview with Jon Fields, Senior Motion Sales Engineer with Yaskawa (00:35:15)

9. Interview with Peter Zafiro, General Manager for LinMot USA (00:41:10)

10. Closing Comments - Is it time for a change in your plant specs? (00:52:25)