Pumps & Systems Podcast

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Episode 45: Virtual Reality in Infrastructure Projects Such as Pump Stations Nov 20, 2020

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Jeremy Nakashima of Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam joined the podcast to discuss how virtual reality works in infrastructure projects such as pump stations. Hear from Nakashima on what virtual reality is, how it is used in designing pump stations, how it can help engineers better visualize a model, how it helps with feedback, change orders, contractors, marketing and more. Email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 44: The Basics of AODD Pumps Nov 02, 2020

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John Wawrowski of Warren Rupp joins the podcast to talk the basics of AODD pumps. Questions answered include: What is an AODD pump? Where is it commonly used? How can AODD pumps solve common rotating pump problems An inside look at AODD pumps and why all are not alike The “Truth” about AODD pump efficiency How can standardizing on one pump model for your plant saves you tons of money on spare parts in the long run Subscribe to the Pumps & Systems podcast on any platform. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com. Visit www.pumpsandsystems.com/podcasts for more.

Episode 43: Preventing Harmonics in Pumping Systems Sep 11, 2020

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Harmonics . What are they and how do you prevent them in pumping systems? Eaton experts Paul Olis and Nicole George join the Pumps & Systems podcast to discuss this. Key questions answered are: What are harmonics? Why have harmonics become a bigger topic of discussion in recent years? What are the concerns regarding harmonics? How is harmonic distortion measured? How can harmonics be mitigated? How do passive harmonic solutions compare to others such as active front end? Paul Olis is a marketing analyst for Eaton’s enclosed variable frequency drives product line. He has a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Purdue University Northwest. He is in his third and final year of Eaton’s rotational leadership program, having already completed roles as a quality engineer for medium voltage drives and as a division sales engineer for low voltage switchgear. Nicole George is the product manager for pumping and enclosed variable frequency drives for Eaton’s Industrial Controls Division, Electrical Sector. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Tennessee and an MBA from the University of Florida.

Episode 42: Considerations for Sizing a Pump Jul 06, 2020

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Nick Vastine, business applications engineer for Applied Flow Technology, joins the podcast to discuss considerations for sizing a pump. This applies to centrifugal (rotodynamic) pumps. Some questions include: What are the main goals when selecting a pump and piping system? What impact can oversizing or undersizing a pump have on a system? What is BEP, how important is it, what happens when pump operating point gets away from the BEP, etc What are the steps to take when properly sizing a pump? Email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 41: Choose the Right Seal Face Technology Jun 08, 2020

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Episode 41 focuses on options for choosing the right seal face technology. We are joined by John Crane subject matter experts Mike Kalodimos (first) and Charlie West. With Mike, we talk about what seal face technology is, the option of dynamic lift upstream pumping, how that type deals with severe applications and more. Charlie updates listeners on diamond face, how you grow a diamond, how it helps reduce energy consumption and other types. Subscribe to the Pumps & Systems podcast on any platform. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 40: Flowserve CEO Scott Rowe on COVID-19 Pandemic May 15, 2020

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In this episode, hear from Flowserve CEO Scott Rowe on how his global company has dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic. Rowe goes in detail on a day in the life of a global CEO during coronavirus, how the supply chains have been disrupted, production delays and more. Also hear from Rowe on how the company is dealing with employees who test positive for the virus and how Flowserve's global manufacturing sites are operating. Rowe finishes the podcast by explaining how he sees the pump industry in the future due to the coronavirus. Subscribe to the podcast on any podcast platform. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com. Visit www.pumpsandsystems.com for more.

Episode 39: Coronavirus' Effect on the Wastewater Industry May 04, 2020

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This episode features an interview with Justin Hovinen of EBARA pumps as we take a look at how the novel coronavirus has affected the wastewater industry. The episode is sponsored by Ebara Pumps Americas Corporation. Visit them online at www.pumpsebara.com. Hovinen also plays a key role with the Submersible Wastewater Pump Association (SWPA) and explains some training opportunities for industry end users during the trying times of COVID-19. Hovinen goes into great detail on the effects of clogs during the coronavirus, how remote monitoring is playing a key role and how wastewater plants are dealing with social distancing guidelines. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com. Visit www.pumpsandsystems.com/podcasts for more

Episode 38: Problems Facing America's Wastewater Systems Apr 17, 2020

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Tom Marshall, Northeast Region Municipal Sales Manager for Crane Pumps & Systems, joins the podcast to talk America's changing waste stream. This episode is sponsored by Crane Pumps & Systems. Visit them online at www.cranepumps.com. Topics for discussion include: 1. Biggest problem facing Americas wastewater systems 2. What creates this clogging? Why is worse now? 3. What can you do to prevent? 4. What kind of products exist for solids handing? 5. What are the differences? When to use each? How do they help the problem? 6. What other changes do you see impacting wastewater treatment plants or municipalities/commercial/industrial Applications Visit www.pumpsandsystems.com for more. Email host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 37: Coronavirus' Effect on Pump Industry Distributors Mar 27, 2020

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Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has altered the day-to-day lives of Americans, especially those in the pump industry. In this episode, we learn how industry distributors are responding to the pandemic. The featured guest is Chris Campo, VP of sales at Seacoast Supply, Inc., in the New England area. Seacoast Supply is a distributor. Here are topics for discussion: (4:45) - How distributors are helping customers in a world where they may not be able to physically see them (8:34) - Which industries are doing well and which ones are struggling (13:08) - How OEMs can improve the relationship with the customer through the distributor (16:56) - Taking care of employees during a time like this (20:40) - Where does the industry go from here Email podcast host Drew Champlin at dchamplin@cahabamedia.com.

Episode 36: How Cybersecurity Affects Pumps and Systems with Jerry Reeves of Tosibox Mar 04, 2020

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Episode 36 features a broad interview with Jerry Reeves of Tosibox. Reeves is an expert in the cybersecurity industry and this is a must-listen for anyone with a system. Topics for discussion include: 1. How does cybersecurity affect pumps and systems? 2. Who needs to be worried? 3. How to secure smart pumps operating in the cloud 4. Testing smart pumps through penetration testing 5. What if equipment is not connected to the cloud, should you be worried? 6. IACS regulations and NIST compliance 7. Who should have a cybersecurity plan? 8. Who should assemble this plan? 9. Levels of cybersecurity 10. What if the cybersecurity plan is too expensive? 11. What does a high-level plan look like? 12. What to do if an employee leaves

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