The Industrial Talk Podcast Network

By: The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie
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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.
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Episodes
  • Tania Schulze with Gradyent

    Tania Schulze with Gradyent
    Feb 19 2025
    Scott MacKenzie hosts a podcast celebrating industry professionals and their innovations. In this episode, he discusses the application of digital twins to steam networks with Tania Schulze from Gradyent.ai. Tania explains that digital twins are digital representations of physical assets, enabling real-time monitoring, optimization, and predictive maintenance. She highlights the benefits of using physics-based models combined with machine learning to create accurate digital twins for steam networks. Tania emphasizes the importance of data quality and the challenges of implementing digital twins in existing plants. She also discusses the potential for significant energy savings and improved safety through digital twin technology. Action Items
    • [ ] Reach out to Tania Schulze on LinkedIn or through the Gradyent website (Gradyent.ai) to discuss the digital twin solution for steam networks further.
    • [ ] Explore the potential benefits of implementing a digital twin for the steam network in your organization, such as improved efficiency, safety, and optimization.

    Outline Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and their innovations.
    • Scott highlights the importance of continuous education and collaboration in the industry.
    • He mentions the renaissance of innovation and the tools, strategies, and techniques available to help deploy innovation.
    • Scott discusses the benefits of podcasting for businesses, encouraging them to start or improve their podcasting efforts.

    Introduction to Digital Twin and Steam Networks
    • Scott introduces the topic of digital twin and its application to steam networks.
    • He emphasizes the importance of digital twin in optimizing physical assets and operations.
    • Scott mentions the potential for digital twin to provide significant benefits quickly.
    • He introduces Tania Schulze, an expert in digital twin applications, and invites her to discuss the topic.

    Tania Schulze's Background and Expertise
    • Tania shares her background, including her experience in the oil and gas, engineering, and energy sectors.
    • She discusses her roles in strategic consulting, startup consulting, and sales positions related to technical fields.
    • Tania highlights her work with a predictive maintenance startup and her current role at Gradyent, focusing on digital twins for heating networks.
    • Scott praises Tania's extensive experience and the evolution of technology in the industry.

    Challenges and Opportunities in Digital Twin Applications
    • Tania discusses the challenges of implementing digital twin applications in existing plants and the importance of practical solutions.
    • She explains the need for a data strategy and the importance of data quality and validation.
    • Tania shares an example of a client facing practical issues with sensor installation and the importance of feasibility on-site.
    • Scott and Tania discuss the benefits of having trusted professionals to guide the implementation of digital twin solutions.

    Understanding Digital Twin and Its Benefits
    • Tania explains the concept of digital twin, defining it as a digital representation of a physical asset.
    • She describes the different functions of digital twins, including monitoring, optimization, and predictive maintenance.
    • Tania emphasizes the importance of real-time data in digital twin applications and the benefits of running simulations in the digital world.
    • Scott and Tania discuss the efficiency and validation of digital twin scenarios compared to physical...
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    38 mins
  • Bert Warner with Propane Education and Research Council

    Bert Warner with Propane Education and Research Council
    Feb 17 2025
    Industrial Talk is onsite at PowerGen and talking to Bert Warner, Director of Commercial BD with Propane Education & Research Council about "abundant fuel for an expanding energy market". Scott MacKenzie interviews Bert Warner, Director of Commercial Business Development at the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC), at the Power Gen event in Dallas, Texas. Bert discusses the abundance of propane in the U.S., with 40 billion gallons extracted annually, of which only 10 billion are used domestically. He emphasizes propane's green energy credentials, resiliency, and cost-effectiveness compared to natural gas and electricity. Bert highlights the importance of responsible energy diversification and the need for greater public education on energy sources. He encourages listeners to visit propane.com for more information. Action Items
    • [ ] Provide more information about propane and its benefits to the public
    • [ ] Connect with Bert Warner on LinkedIn to discuss propane further

    Outline Introduction and Welcome
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and trends.
    • Scott highlights the importance of the PowerGen event in Dallas, Texas, and its significance for the power and fuel industries.
    • Scott introduces Bert Warner, Director of Commercial Business Development for the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC).
    • Bert provides a brief background on his role and the council's mission to promote propane use in commercial sectors, particularly in power generation.

    Current Energy Crisis and Propane's Role
    • Bert discusses the ongoing energy crisis, emphasizing the growing gap between energy demand and supply.
    • Scott and Bert agree on the need for a diverse energy mix, including natural gas, hydrogen, and propane.
    • Bert stresses the importance of keeping propane in the energy conversation due to its potential to address the current crisis.
    • Scott and Bert discuss the societal tendency to react to crises rather than being proactive in energy solutions.

    Propane's Abundance and Green Energy Aspects
    • Bert shares statistics on propane extraction and usage in the US, highlighting its abundance.
    • Bert explains that the US uses only a small fraction of the propane extracted, with a significant amount exported.
    • Bert emphasizes propane's green energy credentials compared to the national average electric grid.
    • Bert discusses the resiliency of propane, particularly in providing energy to remote or growing areas where traditional infrastructure is costly to extend.

    Propane's Flexibility and Market Competitiveness
    • Bert explains the flexibility of propane in terms of delivery and usage, making it an attractive option for various sectors.
    • Bert compares propane to diesel, highlighting its environmental friendliness and lower maintenance requirements.
    • Scott and Bert discuss the growing conversation around decarbonization and the role of propane in this context.
    • Bert emphasizes the need for responsible energy diversification to meet high energy demands without compromising on environmental impact.

    Retrofitting and Fuel Switching
    • Scott inquires about the ease of retrofitting systems to use propane instead of diesel or natural gas.
    • Bert explains that retrofitting involves bringing in new tanks and piping, but the process is not overly complex.
    • Bert clarifies that it is not necessarily fuel...
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    16 mins
  • Nick Haase with MaintainX

    Nick Haase with MaintainX
    Jan 31 2025
    Scott MacKenzie hosts Nick Haase, co-founder of MaintainX, to discuss their mobile-first, frontline-friendly maintenance management software. MaintainX addresses the inefficiencies of traditional desktop-based CMMS systems by offering a mobile platform that streamlines workflows, reduces downtime, and integrates AI for predictive maintenance. Haas highlights the importance of capturing and digitizing data for AI tools to function effectively. He emphasizes the need for a solid data foundation and gradual AI integration. Maintain X aims to enhance efficiency, safety, and the onboarding of new workforce generations, leveraging IoT and AI to provide real-time insights and automate maintenance tasks. Action Items
    • [ ] Connect with Nick Haase on LinkedIn or Twitter to discuss MaintainX further.
    • [ ] Visit the MaintainX website at getmaintainx.com to learn more about the platform.

    Outline Introduction and Welcome
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces the podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and trends.
    • Scott welcomes listeners and highlights the importance of industrial professionals in changing lives and the world.
    • Scott expresses gratitude to listeners for their support and introduces the guest, Nick Haase, co-founder of MaintainX.
    • Scott mentions Nick's previous appearances on the show and his active participation in industry events.

    Promotion of Podcasting and Industrial Talk
    • Scott discusses the benefits of having a podcast for industry professionals, emphasizing its role in opening doors and creating opportunities.
    • Scott shares his personal experience with podcasting and how it helped his maintenance company succeed.
    • Scott encourages listeners to consider starting a podcast and offers to help them get started with Industrial Talk.
    • Scott highlights the importance of attention over marketing and how a podcast can leverage content to bring about opportunities.

    Introduction of Nick Haas and MaintainX
    • Nick Haas joins the conversation, reflecting on his previous appearance on the show and the changes in the industry since then.
    • Scott and Nick discuss the evolution of MaintainX, a mobile-first frontline maintenance management software.
    • Nick explains the gap in the market for mobile-friendly CMMS systems and how MaintainX addresses this need.
    • Nick describes the initial challenges and the importance of capturing data digitally for AI integration.

    MaintainX Workflow and Benefits
    • Nick outlines the basic workflow of MaintainX, starting with technicians receiving alerts and accessing contextual information on their devices.
    • Nick emphasizes the efficiency gains from having work instructions and parts lists readily available on the technician's tablet.
    • Nick explains how MaintainX helps save time by reducing the need for technicians to go back and forth to supply rooms.
    • Nick highlights the potential for predictive maintenance and AI integration to further enhance the platform's capabilities.

    AI Integration and Predictive Maintenance
    • Nick discusses the importance of having a solid data foundation for AI tools to be effective.
    • MaintainX offers an AI procedure generator to help build workflows and save time.
    • Nick explains how MaintainX can use AI to generate work orders based on sensor data and predictive alerts.
    • Nick emphasizes the importance of user-friendly interfaces and the goal of making technology a co-pilot for users.

    Challenges and Future of AI in Maintenance
    • Nick acknowledges the challenges of change management and the skepticism towards new...
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    40 mins

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