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Leveraging AI for Improved Operations, Sales and Market Analysis
May 7, 2024

As the PVF industry increasingly recognizes the potential of AI, it’s crucial to understand the differences between general-purpose large language models (LLMs) and specialized, fine-tuned models tailored for specific use cases. [...]

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Embracing AI in Wholesale Distribution: A Practical Guide for Distributors
March 4, 2024

Adopting artificial intelligence in your business is not a one-time event but a continuous journey of innovation and improvement. [...]

AI, artificial intelligence, pvf

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Large Language Models versus Fine-Tuned Market Models: A Technical Deep Dive in the Context of Valves
February 22, 2024

Advanced artificial intelligence is driving immense efficiency gains across the global valve supply chain. Two prominent AI approaches warrant close evaluation – Large Language Models (LLMs) and Fine-Tuned Market Models. As their names suggest, LLMs specialize in expansive language understanding while Fine-Tuned Market Models provide focused industry capabilities. [...]

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AI-Powered Translation vs. Universal Standards, The Future of Descriptions in the Valve Industry
December 19, 2023

A long-discussed topic within the pipe, valve, flange, and fitting industry revolves around adopting a universal standard for product descriptions. This initiative aims to solve a significant language barrier existing between end users, EPCs, distribution channels, and manufacturers. Instead of burdening multiple major industry players with the challenge of unifying [...]

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Industrial Data Labs, Inc., Announces new VP of Operations
November 7, 2023

Brittani Collins will help enhance the company’s AI-driven solutions for the pipe, valve, flange and fitting industry. Industrial Data Labs, Inc. (IDL), a leading-company in applied artificial intelligence (AI) based in Houston, is overhauling industrial sales processes with its AI-driven developments. As the only company globally to develop proprietary AI [...]

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Industrial Data Labs Announces Brittani Collins as New Vice President of Operations
October 31, 2023

Industrial Data Labs Inc. (IDL), a pioneer in applied artificial intelligence (AI) based in Houston, is revolutionizing industrial sales processes with its AI-driven developments. As the only company globally to develop proprietary AI models trained exclusively by subject matter experts in the pipe, valve, flange, and fitting (PVFF) industry, IDL [...]

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Industrial Data Labs on Oil and Gas Startups
October 23, 2023

Dive deep into the world of industrial markets with Marty Dytrych, the Co-Founder of Industrial Data Labs. Discover how AI is revolutionizing the sector, the challenges faced, and the innovative solutions on the horizon. [...]

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Applied AI for Distributors Conference
October 3, 2023

There’s no hotter topic than artificial intelligence right now. Distributors and their technology partners are determined to quickly collaborate to build competitive advantages. [...]

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Energy Tech Night Winner Raises $1.5MM in Seed Round
September 7, 2023

Industrial Data Labs Continues to Impress After Their Stellar Performance at Energy Tech Night in OKC Not long after stealing the show at Energy Tech Night 2023 in Oklahoma City, Industrial Data Labs (IDL) has hit another major milestone. The Houston-based startup announced the successful closure of a $1.5 million [...]

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Navigating the AI Landscape in the Valve Manufacturing and Distribution Market: Focus on Bill of Material Procurement and Response
September 6, 2023

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries worldwide, the valve manufacturing and distribution industry is poised to tap into this transformative technology. Yet, the application of AI within the realm of procurement processes and bill of material (BOM) response times is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It requires [...]

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Industrial Data Labs raises $1.5M seed round
September 1, 2023

A Houston startup that’s on a mission to transform and expedite data processing for its industrial clients has raised seed funding. Industrial Data Labs announced this week that it’s closed a $1.5 million seed round of funding. The company has created an applied artificial intelligence technology for the pipe, valve, [...]

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The Road to AI Integration: Red Flags to Look Out For
August 30, 2023

Cutting through the Hype to Choose the Right AI Solution Today, we’re focusing on the critical aspect of choosing an AI solution – and importantly, the red flags to keep an eye on during this process. The power of AI is substantial, but its effectiveness is contingent on the appropriateness [...]

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Industrial Data Labs Raises $1.5 Million in Seed Round to Drive Innovation in Industrial Sales Processes with Applied AI
August 30, 2023

Thank you PVF Industry and Community! To each member of the PVF community, our dedicated partners, and the supportive team at the PVF Roundtable Charitable Foundation: Your trust in our vision is both our motivation and our responsibility. With the recent funding, we’re poised to advance immense value not just [...]

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Industrial DataLabs Raises $1.5 Million in Seed Round to Drive Innovation in Industrial Sales Processes with Applied AI
August 29, 2023

Industrial Data Labs (IDL), a Houston-based startup specializing in Applied AI technology for the PVF industry, is pleased to announce the successful closing of its seed round, securing $1.5 million in funding. This significant investment propels the company’s mission to advance sales processes by leveraging AI to tackle the challenges [...]

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Industrial DataLabs Raises $1.5 Million in Seed Round to Drive Innovation in Industrial Sales Processes with Applied AI
August 25, 2023

Industrial Data Labs, a Houston, TX-based startup specializing in Applied AI technology for the Pipe, Valve, Fitting, and Flange (PVF) industry, is pleased to announce the successful closing of its Seed Round, securing $1.5 million in funding. This significant investment propels the company’s mission to advance sales processes by leveraging [...]

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Not What I Thought: Industrial Equipment Manufacturing and Distribution’s Hidden Tech Appetite
August 15, 2023

Unleashing Potential: Bridging the Tech Gap in Industrial Equipment Manufacturing & Distribution Mention “industrial equipment manufacturing and distribution,” and many conjure images of massive machinery, sprawling warehouses, and endless pipe yards. This often leads to the assumption that this sector lags in the tech revolution. However, scratch beneath the surface, [...]

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Overhauling Bills of Materials Processes for the Future of Pipe, Valve, and Fitting Industry
July 31, 2023

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Operations and Boost Efficiency. The Ever-Changing World of Pipe, Valve, and Fitting Distribution Manufacturing Needs Smart Solutions Making and supplying things like pipes, valves, fittings, and flanges isn’t static. It’s a dynamic industry where product details and what customers want are constantly shifting. To keep [...]

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​​Unpacking the Limits of ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ AI in Industrial Distribution and Manufacturing
July 25, 2023

Good enough never is. In the ever-changing world of Artificial Intelligence, businesses are keen to find the golden ticket to streamline their operations and spark growth. A commonly explored avenue is the use of “Wrapper GPTs” or “Wrapper AIs” – ready-to-use, versatile AI solutions applicable in a variety of scenarios [...]

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Industrial DataLabs Speaking at Valve World
June 7, 2023

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Welcome to “Demystifying AI Implementation in Industrial Manufacturing and Distribution”
April 3, 2023

Introducing myself and the purpose of this Substack. A warm welcome to the first-ever issue of “Demystifying AI Implementation in Industrial Manufacturing and Distribution”. Think of this as your friendly guide to navigating the exciting and sometimes puzzling world of AI, as it reshapes our industrial landscape (or will it?). [...]

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Mitigating Wait Times in the Valve Sourcing Process
November 11, 2022

While efficiency is key in any industry, having fast and effective solutions is integral to a successful operation in the oil & gas sector. When end users experience long wait times for applications, such as valves, it can not only negatively impact ongoing projects but is also often a source [...]

News

Leveraging AI for Improved Operations, Sales and Market Analysis
May 7, 2024

As the PVF industry increasingly recognizes the potential of AI, it’s crucial to understand the differences between general-purpose large language models (LLMs) and specialized, fine-tuned models tailored for specific use cases. [...]

News

Embracing AI in Wholesale Distribution: A Practical Guide for Distributors
March 4, 2024

Adopting artificial intelligence in your business is not a one-time event but a continuous journey of innovation and improvement. [...]

AI, artificial intelligence, pvf

News

Large Language Models versus Fine-Tuned Market Models: A Technical Deep Dive in the Context of Valves
February 22, 2024

Advanced artificial intelligence is driving immense efficiency gains across the global valve supply chain. Two prominent AI approaches warrant close evaluation – Large Language Models (LLMs) and Fine-Tuned Market Models. As their names suggest, LLMs specialize in expansive language understanding while Fine-Tuned Market Models provide focused industry capabilities. [...]

News

AI-Powered Translation vs. Universal Standards, The Future of Descriptions in the Valve Industry
December 19, 2023

A long-discussed topic within the pipe, valve, flange, and fitting industry revolves around adopting a universal standard for product descriptions. This initiative aims to solve a significant language barrier existing between end users, EPCs, distribution channels, and manufacturers. Instead of burdening multiple major industry players with the challenge of unifying [...]

News

Industrial Data Labs, Inc., Announces new VP of Operations
November 7, 2023

Brittani Collins will help enhance the company’s AI-driven solutions for the pipe, valve, flange and fitting industry. Industrial Data Labs, Inc. (IDL), a leading-company in applied artificial intelligence (AI) based in Houston, is overhauling industrial sales processes with its AI-driven developments. As the only company globally to develop proprietary AI [...]

News

Industrial Data Labs Announces Brittani Collins as New Vice President of Operations
October 31, 2023

Industrial Data Labs Inc. (IDL), a pioneer in applied artificial intelligence (AI) based in Houston, is revolutionizing industrial sales processes with its AI-driven developments. As the only company globally to develop proprietary AI models trained exclusively by subject matter experts in the pipe, valve, flange, and fitting (PVFF) industry, IDL [...]

News

Industrial Data Labs on Oil and Gas Startups
October 23, 2023

Dive deep into the world of industrial markets with Marty Dytrych, the Co-Founder of Industrial Data Labs. Discover how AI is revolutionizing the sector, the challenges faced, and the innovative solutions on the horizon. [...]

News

Applied AI for Distributors Conference
October 3, 2023

There’s no hotter topic than artificial intelligence right now. Distributors and their technology partners are determined to quickly collaborate to build competitive advantages. [...]

News

Energy Tech Night Winner Raises $1.5MM in Seed Round
September 7, 2023

Industrial Data Labs Continues to Impress After Their Stellar Performance at Energy Tech Night in OKC Not long after stealing the show at Energy Tech Night 2023 in Oklahoma City, Industrial Data Labs (IDL) has hit another major milestone. The Houston-based startup announced the successful closure of a $1.5 million [...]

News

Navigating the AI Landscape in the Valve Manufacturing and Distribution Market: Focus on Bill of Material Procurement and Response
September 6, 2023

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries worldwide, the valve manufacturing and distribution industry is poised to tap into this transformative technology. Yet, the application of AI within the realm of procurement processes and bill of material (BOM) response times is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It requires [...]

News

Industrial Data Labs raises $1.5M seed round
September 1, 2023

A Houston startup that’s on a mission to transform and expedite data processing for its industrial clients has raised seed funding. Industrial Data Labs announced this week that it’s closed a $1.5 million seed round of funding. The company has created an applied artificial intelligence technology for the pipe, valve, [...]

News

Industrial DataLabs Raises $1.5 Million in Seed Round to Drive Innovation in Industrial Sales Processes with Applied AI
August 29, 2023

Industrial Data Labs (IDL), a Houston-based startup specializing in Applied AI technology for the PVF industry, is pleased to announce the successful closing of its seed round, securing $1.5 million in funding. This significant investment propels the company’s mission to advance sales processes by leveraging AI to tackle the challenges [...]

News

Industrial DataLabs Raises $1.5 Million in Seed Round to Drive Innovation in Industrial Sales Processes with Applied AI
August 25, 2023

Industrial Data Labs, a Houston, TX-based startup specializing in Applied AI technology for the Pipe, Valve, Fitting, and Flange (PVF) industry, is pleased to announce the successful closing of its Seed Round, securing $1.5 million in funding. This significant investment propels the company’s mission to advance sales processes by leveraging [...]

News

Industrial DataLabs Speaking at Valve World
June 7, 2023

[...]

News

Mitigating Wait Times in the Valve Sourcing Process
November 11, 2022

While efficiency is key in any industry, having fast and effective solutions is integral to a successful operation in the oil & gas sector. When end users experience long wait times for applications, such as valves, it can not only negatively impact ongoing projects but is also often a source [...]

Blog

The Road to AI Integration: Red Flags to Look Out For
August 30, 2023

Cutting through the Hype to Choose the Right AI Solution Today, we’re focusing on the critical aspect of choosing an AI solution – and importantly, the red flags to keep an eye on during this process. The power of AI is substantial, but its effectiveness is contingent on the appropriateness [...]

Blog

Industrial Data Labs Raises $1.5 Million in Seed Round to Drive Innovation in Industrial Sales Processes with Applied AI
August 30, 2023

Thank you PVF Industry and Community! To each member of the PVF community, our dedicated partners, and the supportive team at the PVF Roundtable Charitable Foundation: Your trust in our vision is both our motivation and our responsibility. With the recent funding, we’re poised to advance immense value not just [...]

Blog

Not What I Thought: Industrial Equipment Manufacturing and Distribution’s Hidden Tech Appetite
August 15, 2023

Unleashing Potential: Bridging the Tech Gap in Industrial Equipment Manufacturing & Distribution Mention “industrial equipment manufacturing and distribution,” and many conjure images of massive machinery, sprawling warehouses, and endless pipe yards. This often leads to the assumption that this sector lags in the tech revolution. However, scratch beneath the surface, [...]

Blog

Overhauling Bills of Materials Processes for the Future of Pipe, Valve, and Fitting Industry
July 31, 2023

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Operations and Boost Efficiency. The Ever-Changing World of Pipe, Valve, and Fitting Distribution Manufacturing Needs Smart Solutions Making and supplying things like pipes, valves, fittings, and flanges isn’t static. It’s a dynamic industry where product details and what customers want are constantly shifting. To keep [...]

Blog

​​Unpacking the Limits of ‘One-Size-Fits-All’ AI in Industrial Distribution and Manufacturing
July 25, 2023

Good enough never is. In the ever-changing world of Artificial Intelligence, businesses are keen to find the golden ticket to streamline their operations and spark growth. A commonly explored avenue is the use of “Wrapper GPTs” or “Wrapper AIs” – ready-to-use, versatile AI solutions applicable in a variety of scenarios [...]

Blog

Welcome to “Demystifying AI Implementation in Industrial Manufacturing and Distribution”
April 3, 2023

Introducing myself and the purpose of this Substack. A warm welcome to the first-ever issue of “Demystifying AI Implementation in Industrial Manufacturing and Distribution”. Think of this as your friendly guide to navigating the exciting and sometimes puzzling world of AI, as it reshapes our industrial landscape (or will it?). [...]