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Tim Wilborne's PodcastWhy I May Return to the Mic: The Future of Tim Wilborne's PodcastI share why I decided to step back from the mic to focus on YouTube "how-to" videos and, more importantly, why I am contemplating a return to podcasting.
2025-12-2807 min
The Industrial Marketing Leaders PodcastUsing YouTube Videos to Build- an Industrial Automation Community with Tim WilborneIn this episode of The Industrial Marketing Leaders Podcast, Jeff Long interviews Tim Wilborne, owner of TW Controls and an industrial automation YouTuber. Tim shares his journey from starting a business while expecting his first child to creating over 1,100 videos. He discusses his unscripted, authentic approach, focusing on solving audience problems, leveraging YouTube analytics, and building genuine community connections to enhance industrial video strategies.
2025-01-2038 min
Workforce 4.0If You're Not Making Mistakes Are You Trying Hard Enough? (with Amber Wilborne, TW Controls)In this season finale episode of Workforce 4.0, join your host, Ann Wyatt as she sits down with Co-Founder of TW Controls, Amber Wilborne. During this light hearted and inspiring conversation, Amber shares her journey of being a bona fide girl boss and reflects on critical ways that the manufacturing industry has evolved over the past few decades. Amber also shares some impactful lessons and insights for all the aspiring baby girl bosses in this industry and encourages us all to break up with the word competition and choose collaboration instead. Overall, this is a fun and engaging conversation that...
2024-12-0444 min
Manufacturing eCommerce SuccessEpisode 1: How to Thrive as Partners in Marriage and Business (Guests: Tim and Amber Wilborne)Have you ever wondered how just $100 can be turned into a thriving business? Our guests this week, entrepreneurial power couple Tim and Amber Wilborne, are here to tell you it's not only possible, but they’ve done it. Founders of Tw Controls, they'll take us through their journey from a shoestring budget, navigating through initial struggles, the 2008 recession, and finally to the flourishing business they run today. For some, the thought of launching a business with a newborn and scant reso...
2023-08-2854 minTim Wilborne's PodcastStarting a Business
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2023-07-2020 minTim Wilborne's PodcastTim and Amber's First Date
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2023-07-1310 min
Automation LadiesFamily Business with Amber Wilborne (LinkedIn Live)This time, while Nikki is out on a much deserved vacation, Ali G and guest host Courtney speak with Amber Wilborne, business co-owner of TW Controls.Amber discusses her jump from marketing to automation, starting a business alongside her husband Tim Wilborne, and parenthood. TW Controls helps in automation, PLC programming, control panels, and more.Go check out TW Controls here.Go support the Queen and Andy channel here.Support the show__________________________________________________________________Co-Hosts are Alicia Gilpin Director of Engineering at Process and Controls Engineering LLC, Nikki Gonzales...
2023-07-0645 minTim Wilborne's PodcastThe Fate of Our Future Live StreamsSubscribe to our Main channel for How To's https://www.youtube.com/user/TimWilborne?sub_confirmation=1
2023-06-1726 minTim Wilborne's PodcastAutomate Show RecapSubscribe to our Main channel for How To's https://www.youtube.com/user/TimWilborne?sub_confirmation=1
2023-06-1733 minTim Wilborne's PodcastBuilding a Product as a Small BusinessSubscribe to our Main channel for How To's https://www.youtube.com/user/TimWilborne?sub_confirmation=1
2023-06-1757 min
The Whole Care NetworkEmbracing No: Finding Your Voice In CaregivingAmber Wilborne is a Southwest Virginia native, and business owner and has been married to Tim, the love of her life, and served as an amazing supporter during her caregiver journey. They have two teenage children and co-own their business. Amber is a member of her local Rotary club and serves communities worldwide. She also served as a caregiver to her mother, who fought breast cancer for over 24 years.
Amber's journey as a caregiver began when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite the struggle, Amber was determined to remain a strong support for her mother...
2023-03-1446 min
Confessions of a Reluctant CaregiverEmbracing No: Finding Your Voice In CaregivingAmber Wilborne is a Southwest Virginia native, and business owner and has been married to Tim, the love of her life, and served as an amazing supporter during her caregiver journey. They have two teenage children and co-own their business. Amber is a member of her local Rotary club and serves communities worldwide. She also served as a caregiver to her mother, who fought breast cancer for over 24 years.Amber's journey as a caregiver began when her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Despite the struggle, Amber was determined to remain a strong support...
2023-03-1446 minTim Wilborne's PodcastAre You Building a Company or a Brand?We share thoughts on how to portray yourself when you start a company, angry HMIs, and community.
2023-01-261h 15
Manufacturing Happy HourHow to Build an Industrial Automation YouTube Channel with Tim WilborneFor many people, YouTube is the first port of call for instructions. Whether it be for simple things around the house like setting up a new TV or building a cabinet, or more complex things entirely. One man covering those more complex things is Tim Wilborne. Tim’s YouTube channel, which has amassed over 50,000 subscribers, focuses on industrial automation, programming PLCs and helping you become a better technician. Tim joins this episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour to discuss his background in the industry and his YouTube channel in detail. He explains why he started the chan...
2023-01-1748 minTim Wilborne's PodcastConfessions from Manufacturing ManiacsWhat worked and what is on the horizon in manufacturing for 2023.
2023-01-071h 00Tim Wilborne's PodcastWhy do You Work in Manufacturing?Three very different stories of how to enter a great career in manufacturing.
2022-12-0954 minTim Wilborne's PodcastWhy are You Still Attending Trade Shows?There is a lot of talk out there about whether trade shows are worth attending or if we have moved past the need for them.
2022-11-2459 min
EECO Asks Why Podcast233. Thanksgiving Special with Chris GraingerIn this special episode Chris unpacks some of the moments he has been most thankful for since we launched EECO Asks Why.We hope you all have a blessed Thanksgiving and get to celebrate with the ones that mean the most.Women in Engineering/Industry Series:Start of the first seriesLast episode of the first series (10 in total!)Start of the second seriesFinale of the second series Power Series -Short CircuitElectrical GearCoordination Study Arc FlashLoad FlowWilborne Family Spotlight - Tim Wilborne's Idea EpisodeTim Wilborne's Hero EpisodeMary Bruce Clemon's Her...
2022-11-2119 min
Manufacturing UnscriptedTim Wilborne – TW ControlsOn this week's episode Matthew is joined by the Industrial Sorcerer himself, Tim Wilborne! You may have seen Tim on LinkedIn or YouTube spreading his passion for controls with the world, but this week he is on the podcast talking to Matthew about trades and how impactful they can be! Matt and Tim get into the need for trades now more than ever and how your path to getting to where you want to be can take many twists and turns. Check out the full episode where ever you listen to podcasts or on our YouTube channel now!
2022-10-2430 min
Empowering Industry Podcast - A Production of Empowering Pumps & EquipmentBONUS: IMTS+ Creators Lounge Preview Charli interviews Tim WilborneCharli K. Matthews interviews Tim Wilborne about how he gets started on youtube and training others on PLCs. The Creators Lounge, located in the South Hall of McCormick Place - Booth 338600, will be a live show that features stories from a dynamic range of industry creators, folks who live and breathe manufacturing and the industrial movement. A few select creators will share their insights and manufacturing stories with me and several other Influencers throughout the week. The Creators Lounge will be the destination at IMTS, it’s going to be insightful and entertaining (not to mention a wh...
2022-08-3112 min
The Manufacturing ExecutiveTraining the Technician of the FutureOngoing learning and professional development are necessary for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve. And this episode’s guest has constructed his business around this exact idea. Tim Wilborne is the owner of TW Controls with his wife, Amber. Tim began working in a machine shop at the age of 12 and eventually found his way into industrial controls. While his wife was eight months pregnant, they started TW Controls with the primary goal of helping you become a better technician. Tim brings us great insights into how he began his journey and why it’s never too l...
2022-08-3025 min
Manufacturing HubEp. 58 - [Tim Wilborne] Retrofitting & Modernizing Manufacturing Equipment, Technical CompetencyGuest BioTim Wilborne is involved in multiple industrial automation projects. He has experience in panel design, panel assembly, control systems development, programming, education, and more. He joins us to discuss the changes in control systems, their impact on the manufacturing operations and the importance of keeping those who maintain these systems in mind.Main Discussion Points- What questions do you learn to dig into after dozens or hundreds of retrofits?- What does a "typical" retrofit look like?- How can you set yourself up for success?Theme: Equipment...
2022-04-281h 11EECO Asks Why Podcast193. Hero: Michael Wilborne - The Industrial Sorcerer in TrainingThe best way to learn about the next generation of heroes is by talking to them directly. Michael Wilborne is well on his path to a future leader of industry and already has some incredible experiences that he unpacks. Growing up around automation and controls provided him a unique opportunity to see first hand the amazing paths that exist for his future journey. He is an Industrial Sorcerer in training and his dad Tim hold the title now. Michael explains how his high school offers technical courses and the perception around them. There are items that many scho...
2022-02-2324 minManufacturing HubEp. 44 - [Tim Wilborne] Building tools and control systems for maintainability / Educating the youthGuest BioTim Wilborne is involved in multiple industrial automation projects. He has experience in panel design, panel assembly, control systems development, programming, education, and more. He joins us to discuss the changes in control systems, their impact on the manufacturing operations, and the importance of keeping those who maintain these systems in mind.Main Discussion PointsTim’s Current Projects & Involvements in Manufacturing / Automation- PLC, HMI, VFD & Control systems trainers.- Control panel design, assembly, and commissioning.- Technical tutorials focused on maintaining and troubleshooting plant control systems.- Fi...
2022-01-201h 13
Tim Wilborne's PodcastAutomation Ideas for 2022Catch us live on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11am EST.
2021-12-1703 minTim Wilborne's PodcastInternships for Engineering and ManufacturingWe talk about the importance of internships and mentors in raising up the next generation of of engineers and technicians in manufacturing. Get the full details of this lesson at https://twcontrols.com/podcast
2021-12-0424 minTim Wilborne's PodcastSTEM vs STEAM and the Need for Art in EngineeringWe discuss the difference between STEM education vs STEAM education. We need to include art in engineering plus find surprising similarities between Engineering and Liberal Arts. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. STEAM adds the Arts to it.
2021-10-2922 minTim Wilborne's PodcastGetting Youth into Trades. STEM Education.How can we get the youth into trades? We discuss ideas and what is missing from any education systems.
2021-10-2225 minTim Wilborne's PodcastManual Literacy. Working with your Hands.Trade Skills. STEM and STEAMWe talk with MB Clemens about the need for the trades, working with your hands, and the importance of integrating STEM Science Technology Engineering and Math into schools and the advantage of the Art in STEAM. Legos, Lincoln Logs, and tons of rabbit trails.
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2021-10-1528 minTim Wilborne's PodcastPLC Quiz Program a Start Stop Reverse in Multiple Languages Answer #31In this PLC programming challenge, we needed to program a start stop motor control with reverse operation in ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text. Here is my solution.
2021-09-0310 minTim Wilborne's PodcastPLC Quiz Program a Start Stop Reverse in Multiple Languages #30In this PLC programming challenge, we need to program a start stop motor control with reverse operation. This exercise is good for beginners, intermediate, and experienced programmers. Make sure you watch the watch the challenge till the end. There is more to this than a simple start stop reverse program. We are going to write it ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text.
2021-08-3004 minTim Wilborne's PodcastAllen Bradley PLC Passwords and Source Protection Rockwell Automation #29What is the purpose of putting a password in an Allen Bradley PLC? Should we enable source protection in Rockwell Automations Studio 5000? And how can we improve security of industrial control systems? What you won't find here is how to crack an Allen Bradley password.
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2021-08-2211 minTim Wilborne's PodcastJob Burnout, Haters Gonna Hate, and Industrial Automation #27If you do industrial automation projects for long, the up's and down's will eventually lead to burnout. What can we do as both individuals and employers to protect ourselves from burnout?
So what is burnout? Most people watching this channel like a good math equation so burnout is when the effort you put into something is greater than the reward you get out of something for a long period of time. And that time factor is important because there is no doubt we are going to have difficult projects in the industry where for a time it see...
2021-07-1615 minTim Wilborne's PodcastMy First Studio 5000 PLC Program Tutorial, formerly RsLogix 5000 #24I'm going to review my first RsLogix 5000 PLC program, now called Studio 5000 Logix Designer, that I wrote for an Allen Bradley Controllogix PLC in this tutorial. I had about 1 year of programming experience when I developed this RsLogix 5000 program. A popular request is for us to share PLC programming examples and explain the PLC programming methods used and what can be improved so I'm picking some highlights from my past machines to evaluate. Whether you are a beginner programmer or a seasoned veteran, there should be some good programming in this one.
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2021-06-271h 52EECO Asks Why Podcast129. Hero - Tim Wilborne, Industrial Sorcerer at TW ControlsFind your passion and make it your purpose! That's Tim Wilborne's advice to those that want to make an impact in the world. In this hero conversation Tim walks us through his amazing journey from working in his dads machine shop to now owning one of the most successful UL 508A shops in the country. Tim is quick to point out that his path wasn't always easy. When he and his wife Amber decided to start TW Controls they both walked away from their steady jobs and went all in on their dream. That's a bold step to take and...
2021-06-2328 minTim Wilborne's PodcastAllen Bradley PLC Programming Review. My First RsLogix PLC Program! #23Have you ever gone back and reviewed one of your old PLC programs? A popular request is for us to share PLC programming examples and explain the PLC programming methods used and what can be improved. If we are going to critique programs, then might as well start with my very first ladder logic program. It is a RsLogix 500 program for the SLC 500 PLC.
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2021-06-111h 56Tim Wilborne's PodcastThings I've Learned Since Starting a Business #22In this episode I share with you some important words of wisdom about running a business. This comes from a LinkedIn post by Dave Borski:
8 years ago today, I left a great job at SwRI to pursue my dreams of starting a business. It's been a winding road with lots of challenges, victories and defeats. Popcorn list of Things I've learned since then:
Payroll doesn't happen with a push of a button
Annual Health insurance premium for a self-employed family is on par with paying cash for a nice 2-year old Honda Accord every year
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2021-06-0524 minTim Wilborne's Podcast24VDC Industrial Electrical Control Panel Training #21This industrial control panel trainer is completely 24VDC including the fan making training much safer when beginners are learning electrical fundamentals before they are qualified to work on higher voltage systems. It can be used to learn about different circuits in electrical control panel wiring diagrams such as the basics of electricity, normally open vs normally closed contacts, 2 wire control circuits, 3 wire control circuits, hand off auto circuits, start stop circuit, etc. Great for electrical design and electrical troubleshooting training.
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2021-05-2806 minTim Wilborne's PodcastStudio 5000 Mini Edition on Rockwell Automation's Portal #20The Studio 5000 Mini Edition is now available on Rockwell Automation's License Portal. The Mini Edition of Studio 5000, formerly RsLogix 5000, can program the Allen Bradley Compactlogix PLC using Ladder Logic programming and is one I commonly recommend for people starting out in Allen Bradley PLC Training. Function Block and Structured Text programming is not available. This is a great entry level version of Studio 5000. This along with Studio 5000 Lite Edition are the two versions I recommend for most people starting out.
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2021-05-2105 minTim Wilborne's PodcastQ&A about RsLogix 500 to Connected Components Workbench Conversion #19We are going to convert a RsLogix 500 program for the Allen Bradley Micrologix 1400 to a Connected Components Workbench program for the Allen Bradley Micro850 PLC.
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2021-05-1520 minTim Wilborne's PodcastRslogix 500 to Connected Components Workbench Conversion #18We are going to convert a RsLogix 500 program for the Allen Bradley Micrologix 1400 to a Connected Components Workbench program for the Allen Bradley Micro850 PLC.
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2021-05-151h 45
Tim Wilborne's PodcastPLC Programming Tutorial for Beginners. 3 Steps Before you Start #17What are the steps to start PLC programming? Before you start going through plc programming tutorials, DO THIS! Selecting the right brand of PLC might be the most important choice beginners make in the quest to become a successful PLC programmer. Then there are plenty of good PLC training for beginners programs out there that will cover introduction to ladder logic, function block programming, and structured text.
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2021-05-0714 minTim Wilborne's PodcastIndustrial Automation and Manufacturing Q&A Podcast #16We get lots of questions about industrial automation and manufacturing and today we are going to select some of them to answer.
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2021-04-3015 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastTips on Starting a Small Business. Advice on When to Start #15Let's talk about when you should start your business and give some advice that will help you out along the way. Determining when you are ready to start your own business can be a very tricky question but there are very few business owners that don't wish that they had started their business sooner.
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1. When do you know you are ready to venture off on your own and began your own business? Personally, I feel that I am not ready to start a business now. I...
2021-04-2316 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastWhat is a Real Job in Industrial Automation? #14Industrial automation offers infinite opportunities for a lifelong career with a good salary and benefits. There are many big automation companies that offer top notch automation engineer positions, but are you any lesser of a professional if you work for a small company?
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2021-04-1606 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastDo I Need a College Degree to be a PLC Programmer? Engineer? Bachelor? #13A common question we get is do you need a degree to be a PLC programmer or design control systems for industrial automation. What makes this question unique is both potential employees and hiring employers both ask the very same question.
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2021-04-0915 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastUpcoming PLC Programming and Industrial Automation Lessons #12This is your chance to influence future PLC programming lessons. We have upcoming videos on Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench, Control Panel Building, PID control, HMI screen... Do you want more tutorials on ladder logic? Do you want videos specifically about Allen Bradley PLC Training or broader topics such as designing UL 508A industrial control panels? Let us know what you want to learn about next.
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2021-04-0216 minEECO Asks Why Podcast094. Idea - Taking Action to Support IndustryTW Controls is an innovative panel builder with a heart for teaching others about the exciting world of automation. Tim Wilborne is taking his passion for industry and is creating quite an impact. He and his wife Amber began creating outstanding how to videos on various industrial automation topics and posting them weekly. Together they have grown to over 25K subscribers on YouTube and are reaching people all over the world. Tim talks about how he determines the topics that will help people the most and how their focus is on helping the technicians understand these topics in such a w...
2021-03-3026 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastUL 508A Getting Started. What are Barriers to the MTR Exam ? #11Becoming a UL 508A Industrial Control Panel manufacturer is easier than you think. Getting started can seem impossible with all the requirements of UL 508A. There are a few obstacles you will run into when you contact UL to start the process but the UL MTR qualification exam is not impossible for a small control panel shop.
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2021-03-2614 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastServant Leader, Chris Grainger of EECO Ask Why's Manufacturing Podcast #10Today we are joined with Chris Grainger, host of EECO Ask Why from Electrical Equipment Company. Chris runs a manufacturing and industrial automation podcast that is highlighting the people behind our industry that are addressing the future challenges that manufacturing will face.
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2021-03-1927 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastWhat Would You Name an Industrial Automation Podcast? #9The final entries have been selected and it is up to you to vote for you favorite entry at Name the Podcast.
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2021-03-0509 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastSigned and Unsigned Numbers. Binary Integers #8The difference between a signed and unsigned integer is in its last binary digit. This is bit 15 in a 16 bit integer and bit 31 in a 32 bit integer.
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2021-02-2618 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastDealing with Failures on Industrial Automation Projects | Episode 7In this episode I'm going to let you in on a secret that most professionals won't tell you. We have all FAILED! We are going to talk about the need to identify our failures, learn from them, then put them in the past and move on.
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2021-02-1917 minTim Wilborne's PodcastBinary Numbers. How to Convert Binary to Decimal and Decimal to Binary | Tim Wilborne Episode 6In this episode, we are going to explore what binary numbers are, what the saying "There are 10 Types of People in the World, Those Who Understand Binary and Those Who Don't" means, how to convert binary to decimal numbers, how to convert decimal to binary numbers, and maybe a few things that you didn't know about the base 10 numbering system.
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2021-02-1233 minTim Wilborne's PodcastPLC Programmer Salary. How Much Should You Charge? | Tim Wilborne Episode 5In this episode we are going to talk about what you can expect to make as a PLC programmer when working for a company and to try to make some sense out of what you need to charge per hour to make a living in the industrial automation field.
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2021-02-0520 minTim Wilborne's PodcastWhy I quit my job and the importance of leaving on good terms | Tim Wilborne Episode 4In this episode I share why I quit my job and started an industrial automation company. A common question I get is how do you know it is the right time to quit your job and and start your own business. I don't have the perfect answer for you but here are some tips.
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2021-01-2924 minTim Wilborne's PodcastRunning an Automation Company. How We Got Started and Work/Life Balance | Tim Wilborne Episode 3In this episode, Amber and I share how we got started and give thoughts on work/life balance.
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2021-01-2227 minTim Wilborne's PodcastWho has Built the Perfect Industrial Control Panel? Negative Comments | Tim Wilborne Episode 2Has anyone ever built the perfect industrial control panel? Or written the perfect PLC program? Or the most eye catching HMI? In this episode we discuss whether we should change our tone and work to build up our industry.
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2021-01-1521 min
Tim Wilborne's PodcastBreaking into Industrial Automation | Tim Wilborne Episode 1Getting a job in industrial automation and PLC programming can seem like an impossible task. In this episode we explore ways to get your foot in the door.
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2021-01-0823 min