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Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.

The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie

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    • 5.0 • 324 Ratings

Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.

    Troy Roberts with Beanstalk Collaborative Community Wealth

    Troy Roberts with Beanstalk Collaborative Community Wealth

    Industrial Talk is chatting with Troy Roberts, CEO at Beanstalk Collaborative Community Wealth about “The needed tools to Navigating the journey of industrial succession planning”. The following is a summary of our conversation:

    Succession planning in industrial businesses with Troy Roberts. 0:03

    Scott Mackenzie welcomes listeners to Industrial Talk and thanks them for their support, emphasizing the importance of education, collaboration, and innovation in the industrial world.

    Troy Roberts joins the podcast to discuss succession planning from an industrial perspective, sharing valuable insights and advice.

    Scott MacKenzie highlights the value of Industrial Talk, a platform with valuable insights and resources for industrial professionals.

    Troy Roberts joins the show to discuss strategies for succession planning in manufacturing and industrial businesses.

    Succession planning for small businesses in the manufacturing industry. 5:39

    Troy, CEO of a company Beanstalk Collaborative Community Wealth, discusses succession planning for small businesses in the manufacturing industry.

    Troy highlights the importance of succession planning for business owners, as they often struggle to balance running the business with planning for its future.

    Examples of succession planning include passing the business to family members or partners, developing employees to succeed the business, or selling it to a strategic buyer.

    Succession planning for small businesses. 10:19

    Troy emphasizes the importance of planning ahead for business succession, suggesting a 5-10 year timeline for preparation.

    Sellers must assess buyer's capability and risk appetite before transferring business.

    Troy discusses challenges with internal succession planning, including managing risk and finding financing options.

    Scott MacKenzie agrees and suggests starting the process early to avoid potential roadblocks.

    Buying and selling businesses with a focus on employee development. 17:09

    Troy discusses the importance of developing a good management team to increase the value of a business before selling it.

    Troy provides an example of a company they acquired in St. Paul, Minnesota, which grew from $4 million in sales to $5 million in sales after the sellers promoted two employees to leadership positions.

    Strategic buyers prioritize maintaining the seller's legacy and investing in employees for long-term growth.

    Acquiring and partnering with small to medium-sized plastic injection molding companies. 21:36

    Scott MacKenzie and his partners are strategic buyers in the injection molding industry, looking to acquire businesses and work with the sellers to grow the company over 10 years.

    Tom Hoffer, one of the partners, is a consultant for the company and helps approach other injection molded builders as a potential partner, offering a 10-year growth plan.

    Troy is evolving Beanstalk to help smaller businesses in succession planning and financial literacy by leveraging their experience and network in the American mold Builders Association.

    Troy is actively networking and educating members of the association, including those with sales between $5-8 million, to start thinking about succession planning and financial literacy.

    Challenges small businesses face when considering selling their company. 26:42

    Scott MacKenzie highlights the importance of finding a trusted individual in the industry, and Speaker 2 agrees, citing awareness and time as major roadblocks for small businesses.

    Troy Roberts highlights the common challenges faced by small business owners, including a lack of awareness about their financial situation and a reliance on a local CPA for tax returns.

    Troy suggests that these businesses need to develop a management team to help them understand their financial performance and make informed decisions about their business.

    Industrial innovation and collaboration. 32:06

    Troy discusses...

    • 33 min
    Paul Hiller with International Council of Machinery Lubrication

    Paul Hiller with International Council of Machinery Lubrication

    Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 31 and talking to Paul Hiller, Marketing Manager at International Council of Machinery Lubrication about "Machinery lubrication to ensure asset perform at their peak". Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

    Industrial innovation and problem-solving at SMRP conference. 0:04

    Scott Mackenzie welcomes listeners to the SMRP conference in Orlando, highlighting the innovative problem solvers and collaborators in attendance.

    Lubrication certification and its importance. 1:14

    Paul, Marketing Manager at ICML, discusses certification body for lubrication practitioners and oil analysts.

    Practitioners are the weak link in lubrication certification, as they are often overlooked and underappreciated.

    Lubrication industry standards and certification. 4:30

    ICML provides standards for lubrication training and certification, helping to level the playing field for all candidates.

    ICML does not develop custom exams for individuals, but offers educational components to complement the standards.

    Training providers must meet ISO standards and sign an agreement to ensure ethical practices.

    Developing a standard for lubrication management. 8:43

    ICML developed the 55 standard in response to ISO 55,000 to bridge the gap between concepts and shop floor practicality.

    Paul highlights the challenges of implementing lubrication management systems, including resistance from plant managers who prioritize their own needs over industry standards.

    Asset management and reliability at an industry conference. 13:34

    Scott MacKenzie interviews Paul from the International Council of Machinery Lubrication about the importance of asset management, maintenance, and reliability in industry.

    Paul provides information on how to access the council's resources and conference information, and encourages listeners to reach out to him and the organization for more information.

    If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

    Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Marketing Process Course” for Greater Success in 2024. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

    PAUL HILLER'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

    Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulghiller/

    Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-council-for-machinery-lubrication-icml-/

    Company Website: https://www.icmlonline.com/

    • 16 min
    Zach White and Steve Sandefur

    Zach White and Steve Sandefur

    On this episode of Industrial Talk, we're onsite at PowerGen and talking to Zach White with Cooperative Energy and Steve Sandefur with Flexitallic about Collaborating to solve critical power generation challenges. Here are the key takeaways:

    Industrial innovations and professionals. 0:03

    Steve and Zach discuss their work in power generation.

    Gasket design and thermal cycling issues in power plant. 1:50

    Steve Sandefur and Flexitallic helped Cooperative Energy solve leaks in a repowered power plant.

    Engineer develops custom gasket for thermal cycling application after consulting with Siemens and Steve.

    Zach: Tested gaskets against own products, found one that's designed for thermal cycling.

    Steve: Sold hundreds of gaskets to Zach's plant, with a great relationship built at a trade show.

    Improving a gas turbine's reliability and safety. 8:17

    Zach highlights the change gasket's ability to recover after being crushed, noting that it stays in an elastic state and can be reused multiple times.

    Zach also mentions that the gaskets are used in high-temperature applications, where misalignment can lead to leaks and blowouts, highlighting the importance of proper installation and maintenance.

    Zach discussed the issue of gaskets not working properly in Siemens generators, which was a new design for the piping system and auxiliary systems.

    Zach and their team pitched the change to Siemens, and the management group and end users were supportive of the solution.

    Industrial gasket solutions for downtime reduction. 13:18

    Scott MacKenzie and Steve discuss the importance of gaskets in industrial settings, particularly in preventing unexpected downtime and costly repairs.

    Steve shares an example of a client who experienced sticker shock when comparing prices for gaskets, highlighting the value of ROI and the importance of trusting the right supplier.

    Zach and Steve from Cooperative Energy and Flex atomic discuss their successful solution at Power Gen 24.

    If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

    Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Marketing Process Course” for Greater Success in 2024. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

    STEVE SANDEFUR'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

    Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-sandefur-7617b89b/

    Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flexitallic/

    Company Website: https://flexitallic.com/

    ZACH WHITE'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

    EMAIL: zwhite@CooperativeEnergy.com

    • 17 min
    Felipe Gomez and John Smerkar with Hitachi Digital Services

    Felipe Gomez and John Smerkar with Hitachi Digital Services

    On this episode of Industrial Talk, we're onsite at DistribuTech and chatting with Falipe Gomez and John Smerkar with Hitachi Digital Services about Deploying smart spaces and video insights to provide clarity into operational conditions. Here are the key takeaways:

    Industrial innovations and problem-solving. 0:04
    Scott MacKenzie interviews John and Felipe from Hitachi Digital Services, discussing problem-solving innovations in Orlando, Florida.
    Using cameras to monitor infrastructure health in utility substations. 1:27
    Filipe starts by sharing his background in the surveillance industry, mentioning he's been working in the field for 20+ years and has seen significant changes over time.
    John, the Global Director of Marketing for Smart Spaces and Video Intelligence, joins the conversation and explains why Hitachi is at Distributech, highlighting their focus on IoT strategy and marketing for industrial technology companies.
    The Panel discusses the company's intelligent infrastructure monitoring solution for utility substations, using cameras and sensors to assess infrastructure health remotely.
    Scott MacKenzie asks The Panel to walk through the process of identifying the best locations for cameras and assessing substation value, and Speaker 3 explains the process in detail.
    Using cameras for substation inspection and data analysis. 6:53
    The Panel discusses the importance of angles and field of view in camera placement for substation inspection, using a checklist of assets and points of interest to guide the process.
    The Panel explains how cameras can be used to monitor the general condition of assets, including the use of gauges and other tools to validate the camera's view.
    The Panel suggests using automated alerts and notifications based on data from sensors and SCADA systems to detect potential issues with infrastructure and equipment before they become major problems.
    The Panel explains that their system has a database of collected data that can be imported into asset performance management or enterprise asset management systems for better predictions and more reliable results.
    Utilizing AI for predictive maintenance in energy and utilities. 11:43
    The Panel discusses the importance of real-time data and historical data integration for predictive maintenance, highlighting the need for automated alerts and notifications to address potential issues before they become major problems.
    Scott MacKenzie asks Felipe where he sees the technology going in the future, with a focus on the potential for massive revenue loss and regulatory challenges.
    Using AI for power grid monitoring and maintenance. 14:06
    Analyzing audio data to detect issues with transformers, including partial discharge and corona effect, using AI and sensors.
    Optimizing infrastructure maintenance with AI and digital services. 15:47
    MacKenzie and The Panel discuss optimizing patrol routes using visual capabilities to direct resources to critical areas, reducing waste.
    The Panel highlights the importance of addressing the dwindling workforce and the need for efficient training methods in the industry.
    Digital solutions and innovation in the industrial sector. 18:56
    Felipe and John from Hitachi Digital Services discuss their company's evolution and growth, including becoming an independent legal entity and expanding into new areas such as IoT and ERP.
    They encourage listeners to reach out to them on LinkedIn for more information and to stay tuned for upcoming content on industrial talk.

    If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

    Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Marketing Process Course” for Greater Success in 2024. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

    FELIPE GOMEZ'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

    Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/felipegomezpage/

    • 21 min
    Guillaume Barrault with Dynamox

    Guillaume Barrault with Dynamox

    Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 31 and talking to Guillaume Barrault, CEO of Dynamox about "Solving client’s asset performance challenges through collaboration". Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

    The podcast is hosted by Scott MacKenzie, a passionate industry professional dedicated to transferring cutting-edge industry-focused innovations and trends.

    The platform is dedicated to industrial professionals all around the world.

    The podcast was broadcasting on site in the middle of the floor at SMRP, 31.

    Guillaume Barrault, the CEO of Dynamox, was the guest on the podcast. Dynamox is the leading company in South America for wireless vibration sensors.

    Dynamox started in Brazil and listened very strongly to their customers. One of their first clients was a Pulp and Paper Company and the second one was a mining company.

    Dynamox has about 250 people, from that 150 are highly qualified with 100 engineers, 25 Masters, and 10 PhDs.

    Dynamox doesn’t just sell sensors, they sell a partnership. They understand the boundary condition that each company has and look at the maturity of the company.

    They aim to combine predictive maintenance with asset performance. They monitor idlers for maintenance and can see the performance of the belts if they are misaligned.

    Guillaume can be contacted at export@dynamax.net.

    The podcast ended with a call to action to tell your story on Industrial Talk.com.

    If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

    Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Marketing Process Course” for Greater Success in 2024. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

    GUILLAUME BARRAULT'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

    Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guillaume-barrault-b148627/

    Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dynamox/

    Company Website: https://dynamox.net/en

    • 16 min
    Sabine Erlinghagen with Siemens Grid Software

    Sabine Erlinghagen with Siemens Grid Software

    Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTECH and talking to Sabine Erlinghagen, CEO of Siemens Grid Solutions about "The dynamic and ever changing world of managing power". Here are some of the key takeaways from our conversation:

    Industry innovation and problem-solving at Distributech. 0:03

    Sabine from Siemens Grid Software discusses industry innovation and collaboration at DistribuTech in Orlando.

    Grid modernization and the increasing demand for electricity. 1:57

    Sabine: Grid modernization is needed to keep up with increasing electricity demand, which is expected to triple in the next decade.

    Scott MacKenzie: The demand for electricity is rising faster than grid capacity, and new ways of managing the grid are needed to keep up with the pace of electrification.

    Sabine: AI demand for electricity is 5-10 times higher than traditional computing, adding nations' worth of demand to the grid.

    Sabine: Software solutions like Siemens' grid software can optimize existing capacity to avoid stranded investments and extract maximum value from existing assets.

    Using smart meter data to analyze transformer load and prevent failures. 7:06

    Transformers and substations overheating due to lack of data and insights, leading to unexpected failures and long wait times for replacements.

    The solution uses smart meter data to disaggregate and analyze load patterns, providing insights into individual appliances and their energy usage.

    Sabine emphasizes the importance of time series data and historic load information to understand transformer behavior and predict potential failures.

    Autonomous grid management and the role of software in reducing complexity. 13:20

    Sabine emphasizes leadership and collaboration in shaping a joint vision for autonomous grid management.

    Autonomous grid management requires rethinking top-down approaches and leveraging millions of independently behaving assets.

    Sabine: Autonomous grid management like autonomous driving, stepwise progression to reduce complexity and improve safety.

    Modernizing the grid with Siemens' Grid Software. 20:41

    Scott MacKenzie and Speaker 2 discuss the importance of modernizing the grid and the role of Siemens grid software in this process.

    Sabine highlights the benefits of using Siemens Grid Software, including seamless integration and collaboration, and encourages listeners to connect with her and the Siemens team.

    If interested in being on the Industrial Talk show, simply contact us and let's have a quick conversation.

    Finally, get your exclusive free access to the Industrial Academy and a series on “Marketing Process Course” for Greater Success in 2024. All links designed for keeping you current in this rapidly changing Industrial Market. Learn! Grow! Enjoy!

    SABINE ERLINGHAGEN'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

    Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/serlinghagen/

    Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siemens/

    Company Website: https://www.siemens.com/global/en.html

    • 23 min

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