Event Description

Please join us for the February AWS Technical meeting at RAM Solutions, distributor of robot automation equipment at the Troy location. RAM Solutions provides robot automation products, technical services, training, and development for the past 26 years. RAM Solutions is a technical partner with Staubli Robotic Tool Changer. As one of the leading manufacturers of quick connector systems, Staubli covers connection needs for all types of fluids, gases, and electrical power. Their product offer ranges from quick and dry disconnect couplings, multiconnection solutions, safety break-away couplings, tool changers and quick mold change systems, to standard and custom products built on performance, quality, safety, dependability, and durability.

RAM Solutions BIO

John Macdonald, Vice President for RAM Solutions, with over 25 years of experience in automotive manufacturing. John has held numerous positions in joining engineering roles at direct OEM automotive, equipment supplier, and Tier 1. John has launched many joining assembly systems at integrator and plant level installations. Lab development work on advanced joining techniques for high volume production and with equipment specifications. At RAM Solutions, John experiences helps companies with new equipment joining development and product launch.  

Staubli Corporation BIO

Markus Weckbach, Automotive Business Manager, with over 10 years of experience in advanced industrial connecting solutions for all applications: fluid, gas, and electrical.

Markus has held numerous positions within Staubli FCS, from Engineering to Sales, Business Development, and Business Management.

During his time at Staubli in Germany, Markus worked closely with Injection Molding Machine (IMM) OEM ENGEL for their Mold Clamping needs before internally transferring to work with Automatic Tool Changers (ATC) for Robots and Gantry systems. In this new function, Markus has worked predominately on BiW (Body-in-White) projects with Automotive OEMs, System Integrators, and Tier-1 companies.

At Staubli Corporation, Markus is responsible for managing Staubli’s Automotive Sales Team targeting mechatronic connecting solutions in Body & Assembly, Engine, and Powerplant.