Comprehensive Industrial Manufacturing Solutions

Originally trained in electronics by the US Navy, John became a recognized pioneer of Smart Manufacturing with the development of the world's first wireless DNC connection to a machine tool in 2001. After joining Macdac Engineering in 1997, John established WireFreeCNC in 2002 to continue advancing wireless technology for manufacturing. Under his leadership, the company was featured on the front cover of Modern Machine Shop in 2006 and evolved into Excellerant in 2018. With over 30 years in machine tool networking, John's vision has consistently focused on simplifying complex manufacturing technology to make Industry 4.0 accessible to shops of all sizes. His hands-on Navy electronics background combined with entrepreneurial drive has positioned Excellerant as a trusted leader in IIoT solutions for the manufacturing industry.

With over 20 years of Manufacturing and Operations experience, Brian brings deep industry knowledge and practical expertise to every customer integration. His extensive background in manufacturing environments provides him with unique insights into the challenges shop floors face daily. Brian oversees all technical operations at Excellerant, ensuring that customer installations are seamless and that solutions deliver measurable results from day one. His combination of operational management skills and hands-on manufacturing experience enables him to innovate practical solutions that work in real-world production settings. Brian's customer-focused approach ensures that each integration is tailored to specific manufacturing needs, maximizing ROI and operational efficiency. His leadership in technical operations has been instrumental in Excellerant's reputation for reliable, effective IIoT implementations across diverse manufacturing environments.

Ray's unique talents combine proven software development experience with extensive knowledge of CNC networking hardware, communications, and protocols. His dual expertise in software architecture and manufacturing technology enables him to design solutions that bridge the gap between shop floor equipment and enterprise systems. Ray leads the development of Excellerant's platform, ensuring it remains compatible with the widest range of machine tools and control systems in the industry. His deep understanding of protocols like MTConnect, OPC UA, Fanuc Focas, and HAAS MNET allows Excellerant to deliver true universal connectivity. Ray's architectural vision prioritizes scalability, security, and ease of use, creating software that manufacturing professionals find intuitive and IT departments trust. His contributions have been essential in positioning Excellerant's platform as a leader in simplified IIoT solutions.

Johann has an ever-growing love for both technology and learning, making him an invaluable asset to Excellerant's customer success. His unique background combines excellent customer service skills with hands-on machine operator experience, allowing him to speak the language of the shop floor while implementing cutting-edge technology. During customer installations, Johann's practical knowledge helps identify the best integration approach for each unique manufacturing environment. His operator background gives him insight into how shop floor personnel interact with technology, ensuring training sessions are relevant and effective. Johann's patient, thorough approach to customer support has earned him recognition from clients who appreciate his ability to explain complex systems in practical terms. Whether troubleshooting connectivity issues or training new users, Johann's dual perspective as both technician and former operator ensures customers maximize the value of their Excellerant investment.