Pumps & Systems Podcast

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Episode 75: Growing Applications for Screw Pumps Aug 11, 2022

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Randy Bennett and Sven Olson of Leistritz Advanced Technologies join the podcast to talk would like to talk about the benefits of screw pumps in refineries, terminals, marine and oil and gas. The podcast is sponsored by Leistritz. Visit them on the web at https://leistritzcorp.com/ The two also discuss some greener technologies like mag drives, flare knockouts, etc., and their benefits in the industry. Hear about the basics of screw pumps, what they do and where they are generally used. Olson hits on what we need to know about screw pumps in their uses in refineries, terminals and marine applications? The two also speak on challenges with screw pumps. Search and subscribe to the Pumps & Systems podcast on all platforms. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 74: Turbomachinery & Pump Symposia talk with Greg Gammon, plus August issue preview Jul 29, 2022

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Pumps & Systems podcast host Drew Champlin is joined by Greg Gammon, the Director of Global and Corporate Partnerships for the TEES Turbomachinery Laboratory, as he talks about the importance of the Turbomachinery & Pump Symposia. This event will be held in Houston, Texas from Sept. 12-15. If you are new to the industry or considering attending, Gammon explains why this is for you. Greg also plays a big role in the Asia TPS, and he explains the challenges for hosting this year's event, which took place in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and how the challenges were overcome to hold the event as scheduled. Visit https://tps.tamu.edu/ for more information on the TPS show, and email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com. The August 2022 issue of Pumps & Systems will be available on Aug. 1. Read it online at http://digital.pumpsandsystems.com/

Episode 73: Pump Industry Insights from Bob Domkowski of Xylem Jul 14, 2022

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This episode features an interview with Bob Domkowski of Xylem. Now 69 years old, Domkowski takes listeners on a journey through his career, nearly 40 of which have been spent in the water and wastewater field. Domkowski gives some career advice, shares the best and most challenging parts of job in the pump industry and more. Read a profile on Domkowski in the July 2022 issue here: https://www.pumpsandsystems.com/industry-veterans-bob-domkowski

Episode 72: July Issue Preview, EASA Recap, Industry Veterans Talk Jul 01, 2022

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Pumps & Systems managing editor Drew Champlin is joined by the whole crew - editor Amy Hyde and associate editors Evi Arthur and Dillan Wright for this one. Drew recaps the EASA trade show, which was held in late June in St. Louis, Missouri. The podcast has a brief interview with EASA president and CEO Linda Raynes and pump and vibration specialist Gene Vogel. This issue profiled five industry veterans. You'll hear from one of them - Franklin Electric's Susan Wilson - on her industry thoughts. The July issue also hits on Corporate Capabilities. Find out why there are so many profiles of companies in this issue and how they can be beneficial. Read the July issue at digital.pumpsandsystems.com and subscribe to the Pumps & Systems print or digitial issue at pumpsandsystem.com/subscribe. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 71: EASA's Gene Vogel on ANSI/ASA S2.75-17 Alignment Standard, Plus June Issue May 27, 2022

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EASA's Gene Vogel joins the Pumps & Systems podcast to talk about his article in the June 2022 issue, which focuses on a new ANSI/ASA standard that was adopted over the last few years. First, Vogel gives an update on the upcoming EASA convention, set for June 25-28 in St. Louis, Missouri. For more information, visit www.easa.com/convention. Vogel talks about the standard, who helped put it together, why it was needed, and hits on some tolerances and alignment principles with the standard. Drew also hits on what's going to be in the June issue of Pumps & Systems. The episode was released before the June issue came out, but on June 1, check out digital.pumpsandsystems.com for that issue if you are not a subscriber. Listen to the Pumps & Systems podcast on any podcast platform. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 70: Editors' Roundtable on Potable Water, Infrastructure, May 2022 Issue & More May 03, 2022

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Managing editor and host Drew Champlin is joined by Pumps & Systems editor Jennifer King and associate editor Evi Arthur as the three discuss the May 2022 issue of Pumps & Systems. Read that issue at digital.pumpsandsystems.com. Some key points for discussion include articles related to infrastructure and PFAS, access to drinking water and more. Hear about other articles in the magazine including ones on instrumentation, controls and monitoring as we welcome back columnist William (Bill) Livoti to the magazine and see what Jim Elsey is up to. Another columnist, Lev Nelik, has a book out. Get the latest on that and hear about Atlas Copco's sustainability initiative. Also, we pay tribute to an author of three recent magazine articles who passed away in February. Subscribe to the Pumps & Systems podcast on all platforms. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Ep. 69: Ways to Safeguard Water & Wastewater Systems From Cyberattacks Apr 12, 2022

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Cody Bann, director of engineering at WIN-911, joins the Pumps & Systems podcast to discuss ways to safeguard water and wastewater cyberattacks. This podcast is sponsored by WIN-911. Visit them on the web at www.win911.com. Some questions answered include: What are the ways that the technology behind water infrastructures and utilities has become more interconnected? How and why can water and wastewater systems become infiltrated with cyberattacks/cyber issues? What happens when you are not failing to address cybersecurity risk in a proactive way? What happens to a community if A cyberattack causes an interruption? What are steps to take to improve cybersecurity at a wastewater/water plant? Email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 68: P&S Editors' Roundtable - Oil & Gas issue, remembering George Harris of Hydro Apr 01, 2022

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Pumps & Systems editor Jennifer King and production manager Amy Hyde join managing editor Drew Champlin on the latest episode. The trio discuss what's in the April 2022 issue of Pumps & Systems (go to that issue here - http://digital.pumpsandsystems.com/), mostly by taking a look at what's going on in the oil and gas industry. Jennifer remembers George Harris, Hydro's president and co-founder, who died in December. The group also discuss other articles in the issue, hitting on topics such as seals and bearings, vacuum pumps and more. Subscribe to the Pumps & Systems podcast on all platforms.

Episode 67: How Pumps & Compressors Enable the Hydrogen & CCUS Ecosystem Mar 16, 2022

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Frank Ma of John Crane joins the podcast to speak on how compressors and pumps enable the hydrogen and CCUS (Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage) ecosystem. The podcast is sponsored by John Crane. Visit them on the web at johncrane.com. Some topics for discussion include: Basics of CCUS What are the biggest challenges in how hydrogen and CCUS can help industry and country meet their ambitions? How can pumps play a role in helping solve these challenges? What are the unique challenges with CO2 and hydrogen when it comes to transport and how can those challenges be solved? Hydrogen sealing – what is it and how can it help end users? What types of industry advancements are out there to handle more stringent applications around higher speeds, higher loading that hydrogen compression can require? How can these problems be solved with integration of digital solutions? Email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 66: March 2022 Issue, Discussions on Aftermarket & Upgrade Cores Mar 01, 2022

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Pumps & Systems managing editor Drew Champlin and editor Jennifer King discuss the March 2022 issue, including the key focus on aftermarket for the pump industry along with chemical processing. Drew is joined by Layla Wilhelm and Connor Alexander of Crane Pumps & Systems as they discuss their article on upgrade cores and their importance in the marketplace. Hear from Jennifer on what Jim Elsey and Lev Nelik wrote about, and an update on upcoming pump webinars. Visit digital.pumpsandsystems.com to read the March issue. Email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

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