THE ROBOT EXPERT

You have arrived at Jim Berge’s Robot Expert page. Berge is an expert in industrial robots, with more than 30 years experience in engineering, management, consulting, programming, training, robot systems design, installation and commissioning, and project management for some of the world’s leading corporations.

Berge is available as an expert witness and consultant in most aspects of industrial robotics as well as many manufacturing and fabricating disciplines.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

  • Owner of Berge Robotics, a consulting firm for users of industrial robotics.
  • B.S. in Engineering from LeTourneau University.
  • 31 years in the industrial robotics industry.
  • Experience ranging from engineer to General Manager.
  • Consultant to some of the world’s foremost manufacturers, including Caterpillar, John Deere, Case New Holland, Tenneco Automotive, ABB, Genie Industries, automotive companies and their Tier 1 sub-suppliers, and many more.
  • Frequent presenter of technical papers at robotics conferences.
  • Robotics subject matter expert for www.thefabricator.com, the fabrication industry’s leading resource.
  • Past expert witness experience.
  • Deep experience in:
    • Robotic systems design
    • Robotic programming, online and offline
    • Robotic training for users, technicians and management
    • Robot installation and commissioning
    • Robot systems troubleshooting and optimization
    • Part design and fixture design for robotic automation
    • Project management for robotics projects, including greenfield startups

 

Jim