The Efficiency Point: Recent Episodes
Modern Pumping Today
The Efficiency Point, a podcast from Modern Pumping Today magazine, delivers relevant content for professionals in water/wastewater, chemical processing, oil & gas, and more, wherever you are, on demand. Whether your background is in treatment or processing, an OEM or a distributor, extraction or repurposing, the Efficiency Point podcast brings together experts and end-users to discuss the issues of note in an ever-growing and increasingly vital sector of the global infrastructure economy. Hosted by MPT Editor J. Campbell, each episode of the Efficiency Point covers the wide breadth of the worldwide pumping industry with breaking news, insightful interviews, and sneak peeks at emerging technology. Bolstered by the editorial resources of MPT magazine and supported by leading companies across the pump sector, the Efficiency Point is your go-to source for what’s new in the landscape of industrial pumps and rotary equipment.
This episode of the Efficiency Point is sponsored by the Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions. To find out more, visit www.wmfts.com. On today's show, we speak with Watson-Marlow’s Rick Balek on the past, present, and future of peristaltic pumping technology. Also, check out the latest MPT for one of the final pieces of writing from pump expert and our friend, Heinz Bloch.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: www.mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: @modpumpmag
Learn more about Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions: www.wmfts.com
On today's show, we speak with Anoosheh Oskouian, president and chief executive officer of Ship & Shore Environmental, Inc., to discuss how her company provides reliable, innovative, and efficient technologies that reduce, and even eliminate, pollution emissions. Plus, we take a look through the latest issue of MPT.
MPT magazine: www.mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: @modpumpmag
Learn more about Ship & Shore Environmental: www.shipandshore.com
This episode of the Efficiency Point is sponsored by the Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group. To find out more, visit www.wmftg.com. On today's show, we speak with Jeff Krimmel of reliability analytics company Pinnacle to discuss their recently released Global Economics of Reliability Report. We also preview the August issue of MPT as well as our selections for featured exhibitors at the upcoming WEFTEC show in Chicago.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: www.mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: @modpumpmag
Learn more about the Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group: www.wmftg.com
See Pinnacle's take on reliability: www.pinnaclereliability.com
Plus, download their Global Economics of Reliability Report here: https://pinnaclereliability.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/The-Economics-of-Reliability-Interim-Report-Global-Refining.pdf
Get ready for WEFTEC: https://www.weftec.org/
This episode of the Efficiency Point is sponsored by the Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group. To find out more, visit www.wmftg.com. On today's show, we speak with Kristan VandenHeuvel of The Water Tower, a Georgia-based water innovation hub with the goal of protecting the Lake Lanier Watershed. We also take a preview the June issue of MPT and congratulate the future leaders of the water industry.
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LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: modpumpmag
Learn more about the Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group: http://www.wmftg.com
The Water Tower: https://theh2otower.org/
Apply for the 2022 AWWA scholarships: https://www.awwa.org/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Nidec Motor Corporation's Dave Lyle, who explains the value of affordable and reliable on-site motor inspection. We look inside MPT's annual Products & Services Guide, and MPT editor J. Campbell accidentally inspires the crime of the century.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter:
modpumpmag
Download the CircorSmart app: https://www.circor.com/circorsmart-app
Learn more about Nidec: http://usmotors.com
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with OSIsoft’s Jim O’Rourke and Gary Wong to discuss some of the exciting changes in the water industry and how plant professionals can take advantage of them. We also check in on the latest issue of MPT.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: modpumpmag
Buy a copy of Digital Transformation for the Process Industries: A Roadmap via Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Digital-Transformation-Process-Industries-Roadmap/dp/036722237X
Learn more about OSIsoft: https://www.osisoft.com/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Tsurumi America's Glenn Wieczorek, whose company is bringing its new line of explosion-proof pumps, the AVANT™ Series, to North America for the first time. We also check in on the December issue of MPT and look back at the Top Products of 2020.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Learn more about the the AVANT™ Series: https://www.tsurumipump.com/
Info on joining NEMA: https://www.nema.org/
MPT's Top Products of 2020: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/2020-top-products/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Mahesh Lunani, CEO and Founder of Aquasight, whose company has launched a pilot program of Sewage Surveillance for Infectious Diseases Like COVID-19. We also look inside the October issue of MPT and preview MPT’s annual Buyers Guide, which is just around the corner.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Learn more about Aquasite: https://www.aquasight.io/
Be part of the 2021 MPT Buyers Guide: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/advertising/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Bill Moore, CEO and Founder of Xona, which provides remote access and operational technology solutions for power generation and distribution customers worldwide. We also look inside the September issue of MPT and preview MPT’s first online trade show: the MPT Virtual Expo.
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LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT Virtual Expo 2020: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/go/mpt-expo/
Learn more about Xona: https://www.xonasystems.com/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Edward Armstrong, the Executive Director of the Energy Management Association, to discuss some of EMA’s online training opportunities on digital twin technology and the organization’s approach to energy management planning during a pandemic. We also look inside the July issue for a success story on COVID-19 disinfection and a call for greater worker safety.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
Report on Submersible Pump Growth: https://www.futuremarketinsights.com/reports/submersible-pump-market
Learn more about the AWWA: https://www.awwa.org/
See Blockmaster's new selection tool: https://blockmaster.com/
Sign up for the Energy Management Association learning opportunities: http://www.energymgmt.org/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Jose Garcia-Pineyro, executive director of the Water Expo, on connecting the U.S. and Latin American water industries. We also update the latest pandemic effects on the pump industry and preview topics covered in MPT's July issue. Plus, Modern WorkTruck Solutions editor Jade Brasher calls shotgun to sit in on the fun.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Modern WorkTruck Solutions magazine: http://mwsmag.com
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
UPDATE--TPS goes virtual: https://tps.tamu.edu/
Learn more about the Water Expo: https://www.thewaterexpo.com/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Chris Moody from the American Water Works Association to get an update on the organization’s current efforts advocating for clean and potable water throughout the country. We also dip our toes into the waters of the June issue of MPT and share pandemic updates on two of our industry's largest annual events.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
TPS postpones annual meeting in Houston: https://tps.tamu.edu/
WEFTEC20 goes virtual: https://www.weftec.org/weftec-2020-coronavirus-update/
Are you interested in joining AWWA: https://www.awwa.org/Membership-Volunteering/Join
AWWA's PFAS resource page: awwa.org/pfas
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Ben Keiser from Applied Flow Technology on the critical importance of proper pump selection. We also preview SWPA's Submersible Wastewater Pump Buyers Guide from the June issue of MPT and highlight responses to the COVID-19 pandemic from different corners of the industrial pump world.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
Find out more about Applied Flow Technology: https://www.aft.com/
Request a copy of the Impact of COVID-19 Outbreak on Intelligent Industrial Pump report: https://www.marketresearchhub.com/enquiry.php?type=S&repid=2656040&source=atm
Request a copt of the COVID-19 Outlook and Impact- Industrial Pump Rental Market 2020-2024 report: https://www.technavio.com/report/industrial-pump-rental-market-industry-analysis
Register for HI’s Pump Systems Optimization Live Virtual Course: https://estore.pumps.org/Pump-Systems-Optimization-PSO-Live-Virtual-Course-July-15-2020-P3224.aspx
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Edward Tom from Yaskawa America about his company’s recently released GA500 Industrial Microdrive. We also take a look ahead into the May issue of MPT magazine, and a look back at an important day in industrial pump history.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
Xylem Watermark relief efforts: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/global-coronavirus-actions/
Learn more about the GA500: https://www.yaskawa.com/products/drives/industrial-ac-drives/microdrives/ga500-drive
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Mark Anderson of Comau robotics on the increasing role of wearable robotics and exoskeletons in the workforce. We also take a look inside the April issue of MPT and update the impact of coronavirus around the pump industry.
LINKS:
Register for JWC Environmental's free webinar: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/webinar/jwc
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
Learn more about Comau: https://www.comau.com/en
HI’s Energy Rating Program: http://pumps.org/EnergyEfficiency
Turbomachinery Laboratory (Texas A&M University): https://turbolab.tamu.edu/
On this episode of the Efficiency Point, we speak with Lisa Riles and Adam Stolberg of the Submersible Wastewater Pump Association and its ongoing role in educating the current and next generation of pump professionals. We also check on the continuing effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the pump industry and look ahead to MPT’s annual products and services guide.
LINKS:
Register for JWC Environmental's free webinar: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/webinar/jwc
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
MPT's Covid-19 updates: https://modernpumpingtoday.com/covid-19-news/
SWPA: https://www.swpa.org/
WEF's Access Water resource: https://www.accesswater.org/
On this episode, we speak with Gilad Cohen, chief executive officer for IDE Americas, to discuss IDE’s Eco-Reuse process, which incorporates a safe, preventive maintenance approach that increases system efficiency and minimizes environmental impact. We also discuss the impact coronavirus is having on the 2020 trade show season and MPT's spring tradition: the annual Products & Services Guide.
LINKS:
Want your company to appear in the MPT 2020 Products & Services Guide? Email tonya@mptmag.com or jeff@mptmag.com
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
IDE Americas: https://www.ide-tech.com/en/
Upcoming Trade Show Coronavirus Info:
American Chemical Society: https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en/meetings/national-meeting/registration/attendees/coronavirus-faq.html
AWWA ACE20: https://www.awwa.org/ace/General-Information/FAQ#10129810-covid-19-notice
Compressor Day 2020: https://www.neuman-esser.de/en/compressors/hydrogen-compressors/compressor-day-2020/
EASA: https://easa.com/convention/coronavirus
National Fire Protection Association: https://www.nfpa.org/conference/
OTC: http://www.otcnet.org/press-releases/2020-offshore-technology-conference-in-houston-postponed?_ga=2.53087457.854513378.1584710311-114309068.1584710311
Southern Gas Association:
https://www.southerngas.org/communications-center/sga-blog/2020/03/11/coronavirus-update-events-and-training-3112020/
On this episode, we highlight one California water district's response to the coronavirus. Then, we speak with Frank Steemers, an economist at The Conference Board and expert in the analysis of the U.S. labor market. Also, we preview the March issue of MPT and you’ll want to stick around to the end for a special announcement.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Blue-collar Labor Shortages report: https://www.conference-board.org/topics/labor-shortages
Helix Water District’s resource page: https://hwd.com/concerned-about-coronavirus/
CDC COVID-19 prevention guidelines: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention-treatment.html
7th International Supercritical CO2 Power Cycles Symposium: https://netl.doe.gov/events/20PCS
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On this episode of The Efficiency Point from Modern Pumping Today magazine, we speak with Enviro Tech’s Jacquelyn Wilson, whose company has introduced an innovative line of Peragreen products, which use peracetic acid, a greener alternative than traditional chlorine wastewater disinfection. We also have a sneak peek at a new documentary on sustainable water solutions
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Enviro Tech: https://envirotech.com/
USC's wastewater report: https://viterbischool.usc.edu/news/2020/02/some-wastewater-reuse-processes-can-lead-to-undesired-byproducts/
North American wastewater market forecast: https://www.marketdataforecast.com/market-reports/north-america-waste-water-treatment-service-market
See the Brave Blue World: https://www.braveblue.world/
In this episode of The Efficiency Point from Modern Pumping Today magazine, we speak with Brian Strait, Check-All Valve’s Business Development and Marketing Manager, about the value of proper valve sizing and how to stave off the damage of water hammer. We also look through the latest issue of MPT and dip into the archive for a connection to the Super Bo--,uh, the "Big Game."
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Check-All Valves: https://www.checkall.com/
Call for BECC abstracts: https://beccconference.org/
Global Industrial Valve Market Report: https://www.fiormarkets.com/report/industrial-valve-market-by-valve-type-ball-butterfly-407150.html
MPT's up-close look at Levi's Stadium’s recycled-water pressure booster system:
https://modernpumpingtoday.com/game-levis-stadium/
On a festive episode of The Efficiency Point from Modern Pumping Today magazine, we're joined by Ron Crosier, president and founder of Greasezilla, who's offering a new solution for fat, oil, and grease (FOG) removal. We also give a shout out to MPT's Top Products of 2019, look forward to a couple of industry events, and Richard provides a frightening movie endorsement.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Greasezilla: http://greasezilla.com/
Register for ACE20: https://www.awwa.org/ace/
FOG Removal Equipment Market Report: https://www.persistencemarketresearch.com/market-research/fog-removal-equipment-market.asp
Learn more about SWPA: https://www.swpa.org/
On this episode of The Efficiency Point from Modern Pumping Today magazine, we look at market forecasts for rental pumps as well as VFDs. Jeff Bergman, ABB’s Director of Sales and Marketing for water and wastewater drives, joins us to discuss how smart technology and predictive maintenance are revolutionizing water treatment. Also, MPT's November case study leads J. and Richard into an ontological discussion over potato chips.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Technavio's rental pump market report: https://www.technavio.com/talk-to-us?report=IRTNTR40018&type=sample&rfs=epd&src=report
Fortune Business Insight's VFD market report: https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/enquiry/request-sample-pdf/variable-frequency-drive-market-100876
ABB's Water & Wastewater Drives division: https://new.abb.com/drives/segments/water-and-wastewater
Richard's favorite "potato" chip: https://www.doritos.com/
On this episode of The Efficiency Point from Modern Pumping Today magazine, we get updates on the California wildfires and what they could mean for water availability in the years ahead. Incoming Water Environment Federation president, Dr. Lynn Broaddus, shares her insights on building a sustainable water future. Plus, J. and Richard talk turkey (and ham) before Thanksgiving.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
Dr. Lynn Broaddus: https://twitter.com/lynnbroaddus
Broadview Collaborative: https://broadviewcollaborative.com
Water Environment Federation: https://wef.org
TPS2019 Post-event Profile: http://tps.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2019/10/FINAL-TPS-2019-Post-Event-Infographic-61988_web.pdf
Wildfires and water supplies: https://www.epa.gov/sciencematters/wildfires-how-do-they-affect-our-water-supplies
For inquiries regarding the PSAP Prep Course and pricing, contact the Hydraulic Institute’s Peter Gaydon at pgaydon@pumps.org or call 862-242-5679.
This is the Efficiency Point, a new podcast from Modern Pumping Today magazine.
I'm MPT Editor J. Campbell, and you can listen to our first episode online now on any of your preferred podcast apps and on our website, mptmag.com.
On each episode of the Efficiency Point, we look through the latest news and speak with leading professionals in the industrial pump and rotary equipment markets.
Whether your focus is in water and wastewater, chemical processing, oil and gas, food and beverage--whatever--our industry is always on the move and seeking ways to make the most out of our resources.
That’s the efficiency point! We hope you listen.
Episode 1: Non-clog vs. Chopper Pumps (vs. Baseball Bats), Brain-eating Amoeba, and Official Pizza Opinions
On the debut episode of The Efficiency Point from Modern Pumping Today magazine, we review the EPA’s proposed Water Reuse Action plan, look into the sewage pump market’s future, and recap MPT’s recent trip to WEFTEC. MPT editor J. Campbell interviews Chris Skintges of Crane Pumps & Systems on which pumps best handle modern wastewater streams (and baseball bats!), and we preview the tricks and treats in our October issue. This episode is sponsored by Sithe Chopper Pumps: sithechopper.cranepumps.com.
LINKS:
MPT magazine: http://mptmag.com
MPT on Twitter: https://twitter.com/modpumpmag
EPA Water Reuse Action plan: https://www.epa.gov/waterreuse/water-reuse-action-plan
Sewage Pump Market report: https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sewage-pumps-market.html
WEFTEC: https://weftec.org/
Crane Pumps: https://www.cranepumps.com/
Yes, a pump chewing up a baseball bat: https://youtu.be/egI-abGhF_I