Thomas Pilz on Innovation and Safety in Robotics

On the show this week, our guest is Thomas Pilz, Managing Partner of Pilz GmbH & Co. KG, who dives into the company's evolution from a glass-blowing business to a leader in robotic safety. Thomas emphasizes the importance of adaptability and innovation, highlighting the company's commitment to safety as a core value. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in aligning safety with productivity, the role of international safety standards, and the potential of hydrogen as a sustainable energy source. The conversation also touches on the integration of AI in safety systems and the cultural ethos at Pilz that encourages entrepreneurial thinking among employees.

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Thomas Pilz on Innovation and Safety in Robotics is an episode from The Robot Report Podcast by The Robot Report Podcast.

This episode is 01:12:54 long.

This episode was published on Jan 23, 2026.

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