Solving Water: A Xylem Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Adam Drakeley, Xylem Senior Applications Engineer and Simon Mathias, Xylem Global Product Manager of Dewatering Digital Solutions, share their experiences in preparing for and responding to historic flooding that took place in Liege, Belgium, in July 2021. Drakeley and Mathias discuss:* How they prepared for an "unprecedented" dewatering need * Pumping water without power * How a response strategy was formed * Why a combination of application expertise, partnership and custom solutions from Xylem supported Liege in returning to normalcy * Much more
Read the full case study: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/support/case-studies-white-papers/field-smart-technology-leads-life-saving-efforts-in-liege/ Learn more about Field Smart Technology: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/pumps-packaged-pump-systems/monitoring-control-equipment/remote-monitoring-control/cloud-based-supervision/field-smart-technology-fst/
Matt Tait, Xylem Regional Sales Manager for Western Canada, discusses the Canadian mining market, differences and similarities throughout the country, how service and digital solutions are changing customer approaches to projects and maintenance, and more. Learn more about Xylem mining solutions: https://www.xylem.com/mining
Michael Elliot, Xylem Service Center Manager based in Nashville, Tennessee, joins the show to share his experiences working with customers in aggregate mining and the role of water in applications including water supply to plants, pit dewatering, dust suppression and wheel washes. Elliot also discusses custom barge building for turbine pumps, unique challenges from the field, and the evolution and importance of safety standards in mining. Learn more at: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/mining-quarrying/mining/
Fred Kesich, owner and head of engineering of Pac Machine Co., shares the origins of his family-owned business and how they became a longtime Xylem partner and Flygt and Godwin distributor based in California. Kesich shares his experiences and insights on a variety of topics, including: * Communicating cost versus quality to customers * Offering rental solutions as a path to purchase * Industry shifts from a "catalog" business to engineering and service expertise as major differentiators in sales * Buying a Godwin pump from the show floor at CONEXPO, and more
Learn more about Pac Machine Co.: https://pacmachine.com/
Chris Settelmeyer of Pac Machine Co., a Xylem partner and Flygt and Godwin distributor headquartered in Sacramento, California, joins the show to give insight into his world serving customers in the Nevada mining, construction and municipal markets.
Settelmeyer discusses weather-related impacts on those markets -- including flooding due to snow run-off -- and working with customers on projects ranging from dewatering flooded areas, bypassing, the unique challenges posed by underground mining operations, and how integration of the Flygt Bibo Alpha is offering customers next generation solutions.
Learn more about Pac Machine Co.: https://pacmachine.com/
Allison Stroebele, Xylem Director of Sales and Service for Canada, joins host Amanda Holloway to explain her current role in managing Flygt and Godwin brands in the Canadian market, her career journey thus far, and her thoughts on the changing dynamics as a woman in the water industry and why it's a good space for women engineers.
Stroebele shares her experience in helping pipeline owners better manage pipelines through condition assessment and management solutions with Pure Technologies, including SmartBall, which uses acoustic technology to help identify leaks.
Holloway and Stroebele also discuss what it means to elevate services by tackling customer challenges with a mix of expertise, field support, system design and technology, and how water management partnerships allow customers to keep focus on their areas of expertise.
Learn more about Xylem Service Solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/services/
Greg Asselta, Global Product Manager for Flygt Dewatering, Infrastructure and Process, discusses his role at Xylem in supporting the industrial, construction and mining industries, highlights what customers should look for in a pump provider, and explains how the enduring value of partnerships is realized by understanding actual customer needs and building customized, outside-the-box solutions to meet them.
Asselta also shares his thoughts on changes in the dewatering industry, how rental solutions have evolved over time, and why no two applications are the same, including recent project examples from the field.
Learn more about Flygt: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/flygt/
Jason Miller, Service Solutions Business Development Manager for Infrastructure at Xylem, joins the show to share his experience working with customers to update America's sewer systems, aging infrastructure and his work in the CIPP (cured-in-place pipe) market.
Miller highlights stories from notable sewer bypass projects, how integrating electric pumps and automated systems brings municipalities confidence and comfort, and what municipalities and contractors should keep in mind when assessing and planning their next sewer project.
Learn more: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/rental/sewer-bypass/
Mike Ivory, Xylem Director of Service Solutions and Business Development, joins host Amanda Holloway from CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas to talk about the aggregate and mining industry and the role of water, from nuisance water and process water to dust suppression and more.
Ivory shares his take on the state of the aggregate industry, notably the focus on efficiency in mine water management, electric pumps and their environmental and bottom-line benefits, and ongoing adoption of digital technologies, such as remote monitoring, that offer peace of mind and data accessibility. Holloway and Ivory also discuss the difference between transactional customer relationships and Xylem's approach to service solutions, working hand-in-hand with customers with boots-on-the-ground support.
Learn more at: https://xylem.com/mining
A pair of Bell & Gossett manufacturer's reps, Rob Grady, President & CEO of Mulcahy Company, and Eugene Mitchell, Principal of McNevin Company, join Solving Water to share their insights on a changing and fast-moving industry.
Grady and Mitchell discuss:
- The booming HVAC industry, reasons behind the spike in projects, including retrofits, and how they are adapting to turn challenges into business growth
- Workforce dynamics and the importance of developing and maintaining a workplace culture
- Exciting projects from their respective regions in the U.S.
- Thoughts on current trends in HVAC, including water conservation, decarbonization and more
Learn more about Mulcahy: https://mulcahyco.com/
Learn more about McNevin: https://www.mcnevinco.com/
Dan Chudecke, Director of Business Development at Mulcahy, a Bell & Gossett manufacturer's rep, and First Vice Chair for the Membership Promotion Committee at ASHRAE, shares his unique wisdom and perspective on the ever-evolving state of the HVAC industry.
Chudecke breaks down the differences between decarbonization and electrification, discusses the industry's overall progress towards Net Zero goals, and how requests from building owners and tenants are increasingly focused on efficient systems and building design. Chudecke also provides updates from ASHRAE, his focus on training and promotion of the industry to the next generation of professionals, and more.
Learn more about Mulcahy: https://mulcahyco.com/
Mike Barnett with Texas-based Oslin Nation, a Bell & Gossett manufacturer's rep, joins the show to share his insights on the state of the HVAC industry and the critical focus on searching for and educating the next generation of industry professionals. Barnett also shares his perspective on timely industry topics such as electrification, sustainability, and the ongoing process of integrating these initiatives on a project basis.
Learn more about Oslin Nation: https://onco-tx.com/
Learn more about Bell & Gossett Manufacturer's Reps: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/bell-gossett/our-manufacturers-reps/
Alan Jones, Xylem Senior Director of Product Management, and Mike Licastro, Xylem Training and Education Manager for Commercial Building Services and the Little Red Schoolhouse, join the show to discuss the release of their new co-authored white paper, "Building a Sustainable Future: Solving Modern Building Challenges with Hydronic Systems."
Licastro and Jones share highlights and key takeaways from the paper, which explores the value of hydronics in the HVAC industry and ongoing efforts to prioritize sustainability, decarbonization and carbon emissions. They also highlight what's coming next in the industry and discuss the history of hydronics as a solution, and why it still remains the most sustainable option for an industry projected to grow by $1.3 billion by 2025.
Jones and Licastro break down how regulations are playing a role in this growth, and the efficient products and technologies that will make a sustainable impact through smart system design.
Download the white paper, "Building a Sustainable Future: Solving Modern Building Challenges with Hydronic Systems," and learn more about Building Better here: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/bell-gossett/building-better/
Dave Flinton, Xylem Senior Vice President and Chief Innovation Technology and Product Management Officer, returns to Solving Water to discuss the latest Xylem initiative in the commercial buildings market, Building Better.
Led by the Bell & Gossett brand, Flinton explains the concept of Building Better and how Xylem and Bell & Gossett -- through focus areas such as sustainable product development and design, integration of digital technologies and partnerships with our manufacturer’s representatives -- are advancing hydronic solutions to drive sustainability in cities across North America.
Flinton shares how these sustainability initiatives contribute to reducing carbon footprint and maximizing handprint for commercial buildings and gives a progress update from the Xylem Innovation Labs on their goal of bringing breakthrough technologies to market faster and more.
Learn more about how Xylem and Bell & Gossett are Building Better: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/bell-gossett/building-better/
The team from Pure Technologies, a Xylem brand, joins the show to discuss all things assessment services. Chris Kyea, Global Product Manager for Inline Leak Detection; Kate Zhao, Product Manager for Monitoring Solutions; Adrian Black, Director of Product Management for Assessment Services; and Eric Toffin, Global Product Manager for Inline Wall Inspection Platforms, break down pipeline management, condition assessment and the technologies helping utilities make repair decisions while keeping pipelines operational.
The team shares solutions, such as SmartBall, that help pinpoint small leaks and allow utilities and industrial customers to do more with less through inspection, data analysis and more.
Learn more about Pure Technologies: https://puretechltd.com/
Chris Thompson, Vertical Marketing Manager for Water Networks at Xylem, joins Solving Water to provide updates and highlight what's new from Sensus technologies and digital solutions for water, gas and electric customers.
Recording at WEFTEC 2022, Thompson shares application examples from customers on how digital solutions are helping water utilities connect data outside of metering, including stormwater and wastewater information, and the importance of interpreting and communicating data both within utilities and throughout the communities they serve.
Learn more: https://sensus.com/
Griffin Harrison, Product Security Leader at Xylem, joins the show to share the state of cybersecurity in the water sector. He reviews risks facing utilities and municipalities, and how preparedness through back-ups, practice of procedures and establishing partnerships can help operators get started on the path to anticipating and addressing challenges.Harrison also discusses the best questions for water professionals to ask to ensure they're prepared for cybersecurity issues, upcoming regulations and how those will shape the industry, and the continued value of adopting digital solutions in water.
Learn more about Xylem's cybersecurity strategies and more: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/cybersecurity/
Ifetayo Venner, President of the Water Environment Federation (WEF) and a Senior Vice President at Arcadis, joins host Amanda Holloway to share her ongoing journey in the water sector. Venner discusses how a background rooted in environmentalism led her to engineering and water, eventually leading to various roles within WEF.
Venner shares the importance of getting involved in the water industry and her vision for WEF as its president, including:
- Developing the next generation of water's workforce with a focus on diversity
- Cultivating community within the sector
- Focusing on the circular water economy and finding value in the entire water cycle
Venner also discusses the ongoing innovation and modernization of the industry; the consistent value of storytelling and spotlighting the people and progress in water; amplifying the partnership between WEF and Xylem, and more.
Learn more about the Water Environment Federation and see how you can get involved: https://www.wef.org/
Charli Matthews, Founder & CEO of Empowering Brands, which includes Empowering Pumps & Equipment, Empowering Women in Industry, and the Empowering Industry Podcast (hosted by Matthews), sits down with Solving Water host Amanda Holloway at WEFTEC 2022 to discuss her trailblazing career, including:
- The value and need for mentorship in the water industry
- Her role in providing empowerment and career development resources for women in the industry
- How podcasts can elevate stories and educate peers through conversation
- Much more
Explore the Empowering Industry Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/empowering-industry-podcast-a-production-of/id1506945879
Learn more about Empowering Women in Industry: https://www.empoweringwomeninindustry.com/
Visit Empowering Pumps & Equipment: https://empoweringpumps.com/
Austin Alexander, Xylem Vice President of Sustainability and Social Impact, joins the show to discuss a new Xylem paper released at WEFTEC 2022, Net Zero: The Race We All Win. With over 80 water and wastewater utilities already setting net-zero and climate-neutrality targets, Alexander explains the water industry's role as a leader on the frontlines of climate change, and what utilities can do today by incorporating goals and measurable targets into their planning to help begin the journey to decarbonization success.
Alexander also shares progress from the latest version of Xylem's Sustainability Report, as well as continuing partnerships with NGOs and how Xylem is making an impact around the world through Watermark, its corporate social responsibility program.
Learn more about Net Zero: The Race We All Win and read the paper: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/campaigns/net-zero/
Lindsay Birt, Client Solutions Manager at Xylem, joins the show from WEFTEC 2022 to discuss her role as a leader within InFlow, a program led by the Water Environment Federation (WEF) that helps introduce future leaders in water by engaging undergraduate and graduate students across the United States through offering in-person experiences at WEFTEC. Birt shares the process that selects scholars through application for an all-expenses-paid trip to WEFTEC, giving undergraduate and graduate students exposure to the water industry and career opportunities.
Birt also explains InFlow's focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, and how the program and water industry offers students the chance to tie their passions with meaningful careers that can help solve the world's water challenges.
Learn more about WEF's InFlow program: https://www.wef.org/inflow
Joe Johnston, Xylem Vice President of Global Lifecycle Services, joins the show to share his role in building shared success and supporting customers by aiming for and achieving outcomes that help improve efficiency, sustainability and address challenges faced by utilities today.
Johnston explains the importance of lifecycle services and what it entails -- from extending the life of assets to help facilities run more efficiently, addressing non-revenue water, helping utilities reduce carbon footprints, ensuring regulatory compliance, aiding in the digital transformation process, and more.
Learn more about Xylem Service Solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/services/
Xylem CEO Patrick Decker & Hayati Yarkadas, Senior Vice President and President, Europe, Water Infrastructure and Global Services at Xylem, join the show to discuss the current state of water challenges, including aging or underdeveloped infrastructure and climate change. They also share why they take an optimistic point of view when facing these challenges, the importance of building trust, and envisioning a day in a customer's life to help provide solutions. Finally, Yarkadas and Decker discuss their focus on igniting a new generation of leaders in water, approaches to empowering colleagues, and more.
Learn more at https://xylem.com/.
Recorded live at WEFTEC 2022 in New Orleans.
Annabelle M. Rayson, of Canada, was the recipient of the prestigious 2022 Stockholm Junior Water Prize for her research on how to treat and prevent harmful algae blooms. Rayson’s project, titled, Plankton Wars: An Innovative Analysis of Daphnia Genotype Biomanipulations for Algae Bloom Prevention, is a direct response to the struggles her father -- a commercial fisherman -- was facing.
This conversation, guest hosted in Stockholm by Carolina Tornesi MacKinnon, Xylem Senior Product Management Analyst and World Youth Parliament for Water President, features Rayson and Hayati Yarkadas, Senior Vice President and President, Europe, Water Infrastructure and Global Services at Xylem, as they dive deeper into the winning project and explore the importance of engaging in water challenges early from different perspectives.
For more information about the Stockholm Junior Water Prize, and to view Rayson’s winning video presentation, visit: https://siwi.org/stockholm-junior-water-prize/
Nate Mather, currently with the San Bernardino water department and former Chief Plant Operator for the wastewater treatment plant, collections and drinking water systems aboard the 29 Palms Marine Corps Base in California, joins Solving Water to share stories from the field as a Xylem customer.
Mather discusses his approach to project planning, choosing the correct pumps for the job, and experience with Xylem in developing solutions for lift station upgrades, sewer bypass projects, collections system updates and more.
Mather also shares his perspective on the benefits and importance of embracing digitization in the water utilities industry, current challenges and solutions he is working on, and why he is a big supporter of Flygt pumps. Learn more at https://www.xylem.com/en-us/.
George McGraw, Founder and CEO of DigDeep, a human rights nonprofit working to ensure every American has clean, running water forever, joins Solving Water to break down the nonprofit's latest report, “Draining: The Economic Impact of America’s Hidden Water Crisis,” released in late June.
McGraw details new information about the lack of access to clean, safe water in the United States; the importance of finding and gathering valuable Census data; the initial impact of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act; and future water projects and priorities for DigDeep as they continue to work to close the water access gap for vulnerable communities and areas throughout the country.
Read the report, “Draining: The Economic Impact of America’s Hidden Water Crisis," and learn more about DigDeep and how you can get involved: https://www.digdeep.org/draining
Austin Alexander, Xylem Vice President of Sustainability and Social Impact, returns to Solving Water to take us inside the newly released Xylem 2021 Sustainability Report. Alexander shares her major takeaways from this year's report, recent updates to the company's sustainability goals and the approach Xylem is taking to realize them.
Also discussed: How sustainability goals are directly aligned with business objectives, upcoming challenges and areas of opportunity for the water sector, and more.
Learn more about Xylem's sustainability goals and download your copy of the 2021 Sustainability Report here: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/sustainability/
Randolf Waters, Xylem Senior Director of Global Partnerships and Branding, makes his third appearance on Solving Water, this time to share the personal and professional journey that brought him to his current role.
Waters shares his background, why he initially became interested in the water industry, and how a chance encounter eventually led him to Xylem. Randolf also shares the story behind changing his last name to Waters, why the water industry offers such fulfilling careers to people of all different skill sets and backgrounds, and more.
Learn more about Xylem and explore career opportunities: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/
Randolf Waters, Xylem Senior Director of Global Partnerships and Branding, returns to the show to discuss how the partnership between Xylem and City Football Group came to be, and how the two organizations continue to team up to address water complacency and encourage audiences around the world to get educated and involved in making a difference.
Waters also shares how Xylem sought out a major sports group to help raise awareness for global water challenges, the selection process for choosing the right partner from the sports world, and some of the activities and campaigns happening between Xylem, Manchester City FC, PUMA and more.
Part 2 of 2 in the Solving Water Power of Partnerships Series.
Learn more and get involved in the latest Xylem plogging and Walk for Water activities: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/partnerships/water-heroes/
According to estimates from the Department of Transportation, there are about 45,000 bridges rated in poor condition in the United States. Ken Albaugh, Xylem Director of Sales for Water Infrastructure in the United States, and Joey Guerrero, Xylem National Accounts Manager for Dewatering, join the show to discuss a specific, yet massive, portion of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: the Bridge Investment Program.
Albaugh and Guerrero outline the significant investment towards repairing and improving bridge conditions in the coming years, including $5.3 billion in 2022 alone, and how Xylem is supporting customers through the process by offering solutions that focus on improving water infrastructure and sustainability, as well as assisting the mining industry with water management, efficiency, water treatment and more.
Learn more about Xylem solutions: https://www.xylem.com/
Learn more about the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act: https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3684/text
Josh Mahan, Xylem Director of Government and Industry Relations, and Eric Sapirstein of ENS Resources, which acts as Xylem's Federal Policy Advocate, join the show to break down a watershed moment in infrastructure funding: the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Sapirstein and Mahan discuss what parts of the law will apply to the water industry, where funds are being focused within water, and specific programs within the infrastructure bill such as:
- Developing climate resiliency
- Making highway improvements
- Addressing PFAS and emerging contaminants
- A focus on the Western United States
- Ensuring that underfunded communities throughout the country get the support they need to deliver clean, safe water
Learn more at https://www.xylem.com/.
Randolf Waters, Xylem Senior Director of Global Partnerships and Branding, joins the show to celebrate World Water Day 2022 and share the campaigns and events kicking off in conjunction with the day, including plogging, fitness challenges, and special local events around the world featuring members of the Manchester City Football Club, made possible through a continuing partnership between Xylem and City Futbol Group.
Waters also discusses World Water Day's 2022 focus on groundwater and the importance of raising awareness for water challenges that are not always visible. Part 1 of 2 in the Solving Water Power of Partnerships Series.
Learn more about World Water Day: https://www.worldwaterday.org/
Visit our website for more on how Xylem is taking action for World Water Day and beyond: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/
Sivan Zamir, Senior Director of Xylem Innovation Labs, discusses the evolution of the concept of corporate innovation, why large organizations like Xylem work with smaller companies to stay agile and bring cutting-edge tech to the marketplace, and how that brought her to Xylem Innovation Labs.
Zamir shares some of her background in working with and leading startup companies before going in-depth on the creation of the Xylem Innovation Labs and its goal of working to identify new and innovative technologies from startups and smaller tech companies around the world, then determining how Xylem can work with those companies to bring technologies and solutions to market.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
View content from the Reach 2021 virtual conference and learn more about Reach 2022 at https://xylemreach.com/.
Learn more about Xylem Innovation Labs: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/xylem-innovation-labs/
Renee Peet, Sensus Vice President of Global Product Management and Marketing, joins the show to share her role in handling the "Four Ps of Marketing" -- Price, Promotions, Products, and Positioning -- and the valuable lessons learned from utility customers who are adapting and utilizing Sensus technology in the field in new and different ways. She also discusses how making agile transformations throughout the business was one factor in helping turn challenges presented by COVID-19 into opportunities for new, creative solutions. Finally, Peet explains her role in championing a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout Xylem.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
View content from the Reach 2021 virtual conference and learn more about Reach 2022 at https://xylemreach.com/.
Marcelo Cusacovich, Xylem Product Manager for Drinking Water Optimization Solutions, takes us behind the scenes of a case study from the city of Nashville, Tennessee, where water network optimization is helping utility water managers make better decisions based on analytics such as 24/7 measured and predictive pressure data.
Cusacovich shares how he works with utilities to find better ways to deliver water to consumers through lower costs from utilities, more accessibility, and maintaining consistent levels of service. He also discusses the concept of 'water age' as a proxy for water quality, and how he determines how old water is based on various treatment and transportation methods.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
View content from the Reach 2021 virtual conference and learn more about Reach 2022 at https://xylemreach.com/.
Keesha Dorosz, Western Regional Account Manager of Smart Water Solutions for KTI Limited, a Sensus distributor in Canada, shares her perspective on helping educate towns and cities in Western Canada on the ROI of advanced metering infrastructure versus manual reading methods, the value of real-time data management and response, pressure profiles, and why these new technologies matter for smart water management in a land of abundant water.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
View content from the Reach 2021 virtual conference and learn more about Reach 2022 at https://xylemreach.com/.
Learn more about KTI Limited: http://ktiltd.on.ca/?t=about-us
Jason Christenson, Water Resources Manager for Park City Municipal, joins the show to share how his team is addressing water availability and resource management, with a focus on reducing water loss, in the community of Park City, Utah. Christenson shares the value of collaboration with the industry and learning from other utilities at Xylem Reach, and how data collection not only helps track where pipes and equipment are working or in need of maintenance, but also empowers customers to better understand and take control of their water usage.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
Learn more about Reach 2022 and view content from the 2021 virtual conference at https://xylemreach.com/.
Chris Wykle, Xylem Vice President of Sales for the gas market, discusses how the industry is focusing on delivering natural gas safely through smart infrastructure, new trends in the industry such as 'greener' methane with the use of hydrogen, and how predictive technology and remote monitoring and controls are helping to transition utilities from mechanical products to solid state products.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
Learn more about Reach 2022 and view content from the 2021 virtual conference at https://xylemreach.com/.
Mark Newton, Xylem Vice President, North America Electric, stops by to talk about ongoing supply chain challenges and how they impact the delivery of essential electric utility services. Newton discusses how the adoption of new technology within the electrical utility business provides data and valuable usage education to the public, and how that technology provides peace of mind to customers through its dependability, especially during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
Learn more about Reach 2022 and view content from the 2021 virtual conference at https://xylemreach.com/.
Mike McGann, Vice President of Sensus North America, Global Engineering and Assessment Services, joins the show to share his role in helping gas, electric and water utilities serve their communities better, and how Sensus helps them go beyond the meter through advanced metering infrastructure technology. McGann discusses how the Xylem Reach Conference helps him get input from customers and their successes in the field and learn about the nuances among markets they serve.
McGann also shares his perspective on the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 and supply chain challenges, and the enduring importance of building strong customer relationships.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
Learn more about Reach 2022 and view content from the 2021 virtual conference at https://xylemreach.com/.
Carolina Berg, Marketing Operations Manager for Sensus, a Xylem brand, kicks off Solving Water's series from the 2021 Xylem Reach Conference to discuss how the conference - which brings together utilities professionals in the water, gas, and electric markets from across the globe - and its planning team put on simultaneous in-person and hybrid events by implementing daily safety protocols, listening and responding to customer feedback, and always being ready to 'pivot.' Berg also shares the importance of Reach to its attendees, and why its theme of resiliency resonated for everyone at the conference.
Recorded live in October at Xylem Reach 2021 in New Orleans.
Learn more about Reach 2022 and view content from the 2021 virtual conference at https://xylemreach.com/.
Dave Flinton, Xylem Senior Vice President and Chief Innovation, Technology and Product Officer, goes behind the scenes of the process of incubating, developing, and managing various product development lifecycles, the ways in which Xylem has changed its approach to innovation, identifying potential breakthrough technologies both internally and through external partnerships, and how his team works to break down silos in a global corporation to foster collaboration and speed up the process of product development and innovation.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Learn more about Xylem Innovation Labs: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/xylem-innovation-labs/
On the 100th episode of Solving Water, host Amanda Holloway is joined by Austin Alexander, Xylem Vice President of Sustainability and Social Impact, to discuss how the company is working to operationalize its 2025 Sustainability Goals, including key initiatives such as water scarcity, resiliency, and affordability. Alexander also details how Xylem is helping water utilities take the first steps towards net-zero, and how the company works with partners to offer climate adaptation and resiliency solutions in communities around the world.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Learn more about Xylem's sustainability goals and read the 2020 Sustainability Report here: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/sustainability
Matt Latino, Xylem Vice President of Investor Relations, joins Solving Water to shed light on his role and approach to communicating with the investment community. Latino shares his thoughts on what investors look for in companies today, the growing mainstream spotlight on the water industry and how Xylem's focus on sustainability and digital transformation has contributed to the company's value.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Learn more about Xylem investor relations: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/investors/
Jay Johnson, Xylem Global Product Manager for Adaptive Mixers, joins the show to discuss all of the steps that make up the product development process, the unique benefits of Xylem's adaptive mixing technology offerings, the new rental offering of the Flygt 4220 Compact Adaptive Mixer from Xylem Rental Solutions, why you would want to rent a mixer, and more.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Learn more about Xylem adaptive mixing technology: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/flygt/
Learn more about the Flygt 4220 Compact Adaptive Mixer available for rent: https://info.xyleminc.com/act-ren-mixers.html
Adam McNeil, Director of Sales, Treatment, for Xylem and Ralph Franco, Xylem Applications Engineer Manager, Treatment, North America, return to the show to discuss how their approach to solving customer challenges in water treatment has changed over the last two years, the future of digital transformation in water utilities, water reuse technology and more.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Watch WEFTEC 2021 presentations featuring Xylem experts on-demand now: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/newsroom/weftec-2021/
Stephen Clark, Global Product Manager for Intelligent Solutions at Xylem, shares his thoughts on the move to integrated, smart products and solutions, and how he goes about creating offerings that help solve ongoing customer challenges. Clark discusses industry trends in technology and how smart solutions need to work for customers through understanding pain points, establishing partnerships, and developing innovative solutions that are not only smart, but get to the root of customer challenges.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Watch WEFTEC 2021 presentations featuring Xylem experts on-demand now: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/newsroom/weftec-2021/
Joe Vesey, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer at Xylem, makes his second Solving Water appearance to discuss ongoing takeaways and what's changed at Xylem since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company's emphasis on digital transformation in the water industry, the value of simplifying the customer experience, and the continued importance of Watermark, Xylem's corporate social responsibility program.
Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Watch WEFTEC 2021 presentations featuring Xylem experts on-demand now: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/newsroom/weftec-2021/
George Hawkins, Founder and CEO of Moonshot Missions, and his wife Natalie Hawkins, COO of Moonshot Missions, join the show to talk about the latest updates and trends in the water industry and their shared vision for what's on the horizon, including the need to transform the industry, how to help utilities identify and overcome barriers to adopting new technologies, upcoming infrastructure funding, a recap of recent Moonshot Missions projects, and more. Recorded live in October at WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago.
Learn more about Moonshot Missions: https://www.moonshotmissions.org/
Live from WEFTEC 2021 in Chicago, Brian Geegan, Director of Marketing for Xylem Rental and Service Solutions, and Kristen King, Director of Marketing for Xylem Water Utilities, join the show to discuss the art and science behind voice of customer research, its meaning and value, and how insights from the field are applied to product and service development and marketing. Geegan and King share what goes into a detailed voice of customer process, how marketing data and campaigns can support sales teams, and more.
Watch all WEFTEC 2021 presentations featuring Xylem experts on-demand now: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/about-xylem/newsroom/weftec-2021/
Chris Baumann, Motors and Controls Engineering Supervisor, joins the show live from MINExpo 2021 to discuss how preventative maintenance, predictive remote monitoring, and customized client solutions can help reduce downtime, increase safety, and more in the mining industry.
Learn more at: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/decision-intelligence-solutions/
Tyler Elkins, Senior Global Product Manager, and Jorge Aria, Sales Manager, introduce a new European dewatering product soon to hit the Americas market. On this episode, recorded live at MINExpo 2021, they discuss the Flygt BIBO Alpha pump, how it fits into Xylem's trend toward intelligent solutions, how new technology is adopted into the mining industry, and how autonomous technology can help solve a variety of customer priorities and challenges.
To learn more about the Flygt BIBO Alpha, visit https://bit.ly/3BqTuIg
Erik Patrick, Regional Sales Manager, joins the show from the floor of MINExpo 2021 to discuss recent events in the Western United States, such as droughts and wildfires, and their effects on the mining industry. He also discusses technological advancements in the rental space over the years and how Xylem can leverage opportunities to address water scarcity in drought-stricken areas.
Learn more about how Xylem Rental Solutions can help you tackle your most complex water challenges: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/rental/
Join Dave Stover, Technical Training Manager for Industrial, and Matt Kuhn, Market Development Manager for Industrial, for a look into training, equipment and applications in the mine water management industry. Topics include up-and-coming opportunities for mine operators, tips and tricks to help prolong pump lifespan and how to proactively tackle major challenges with new technology. Recorded live at MINExpo International 2021 in Las Vegas.
To learn more about our Xylem's customized mine water management training opportunities, visit https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/mining-quarrying/ and get in touch to learn more.
Xylem does more than sell pumps — we walk with customers through every step of the mine water management process, from design to post-installation needs. Bill Beasley, Dewatering Mining Specialist, joins the show to discuss the critical nature of service capabilities in the mining industry, as well as his mindset to approaching customer mine water challenges with some behind-the-scenes stories from the field. Recorded live at MINExpo International 2021 in Las Vegas.
Discover Xylem’s extensive portfolio of customizable mine water management solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/mining-quarrying/
Join Ken Albaugh, Director of Sales, as he takes you on a journey of his past experience as mine operator and how his unique perspective plays into his approach to finding answers to urgent customer needs and tackling ongoing changes in the mining industry, including the demand for environmentally friendly equipment in the face of evolving regulations. Recorded live at MINExpo International 2021 in Las Vegas.
From sourcing to dewatering to reuse to everything in between, learn more about how Xylem can streamline your mine water management operations: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/mining-quarrying/
On this episode of Solving Water: A Xylem Podcast, we welcome Jeff Weido, Xylem Director of Marketing, Industrial, to discuss takeaways from MINExpo 2021 and his passion for helping facilitate personalized customer experiences through tools such as voice of customer (VOC) research and a virtual, three-dimensional mining world. Recorded live at MINExpo International 2021 in Las Vegas.
Take the self-guided tour through Xylem's holistic approach toward mine water management: https://virtual.xylem.com/
We're celebrating 120 years (and counting) of Flygt pump innovation! On this episode of Solving Water, Johan Bratthäll, Xylem Manager of Innovation & Concepts, who has spent his entire career with the brand, takes us on a trip through Flygt's past, present and future, including the latest technology advancements and plans to drive sustainable innovation across the water sector.
For more on the centuries-old achievements in water and wastewater management from Flygt, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/making-waves/water-utilities-news/flygt-120th-anniversary/
On part two of two of our series on holistic mine water management, Xylem Business Development Manager Jessy Parmar covers how mine operators can embark on digital transformation and addresses burgeoning digital trends in mines, as well as how Xylem plans to evolve in response to these changes.
To listen to the first half of this series on challenges facing today's mine operators (and how to respond), visit: https://apple.co/2UOENj9
Don't forget to register and stop by our booth at MINExpo 2021 to meet our MSHA-certified mining experts in Las Vegas: www.xylem.com/minexpo2021
In advance of MINExpo 2021, Xylem Business Development Manager Jessy Parmar talks all things mining operations, including an overview of the industry, typical challenges facing today’s mine operators and Xylem’s holistic approach to smart water management.
Check out the second half of this two-part series, which focuses on the various nuances of mine operations and how those differences can become critical strengths in successful water management strategy: https://apple.co/3iIP5tY
For everything you need to know on Xylem's presence at MINExpo 2021, visit our landing page: www.xylem.com/minexpo2021
On the final episode of this three-part series on digital technology and smart infrastructure, Colin Sabol, Xylem Senior Vice President and President of Measurement & Control Solutions, discusses the benefits of shared technological integration across two sides of a water utility: clean water and wastewater management systems. Tune in to learn about the challenges facing utilities that consider this process, as well as Xylem's role in connecting these different areas of the water cycle. Want to revisit the first two episodes of this three-part series on digital technology and smart infrastructure? Listen here: https://apple.co/3iNLREF To learn more about how Xylem is helping communities ensure continuity and resilience, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/xylem-digital-solutions/
On part two of this three-part series on digital technology and smart infrastructure, Colin Sabol, Xylem Senior Vice President and President of Measurement & Control Solutions, introduces the role of resilience in infrastructure planning and tackles how utilities can better prepare, respond and restore service for communities in the wake of natural disasters.
Stay tuned for the conclusion of this three-part series for a deep dive into the benefits of shared technological integration across clean water and wastewater utilities. Listen to the previous episode here: https://apple.co/3iNLREF
For more information on Xylem's efforts to address global water challenges, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/watermark/
On part one of this three-part series on digital technology and smart infrastructure, Colin Sabol, Xylem Senior Vice President and President of Measurement & Control Solutions, identifies ways to maximize investments in digitalization. Sabol delves into the evolution of the water sector, Xylem solutions driving the shift toward digital adoption and steps utilities can take to join the trend of interconnected water systems.
Stay tuned for part two of this three-part series, which takes the concept of digital technology and smart water infrastructure one step further as a critical element of building resilience for utilities and communities.
To see the strategic approach behind Xylem's decision intelligence-powered solutions, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/digital-solutions/
When we say 'Let's Solve Water,' we're solving so much more. On this episode, host Amanda Holloway is joined by Xylem's Chief Sustainability Officer, Claudia Toussaint, and Vice President of Sustainability, Austin Alexander, to discuss Xylem's newly released 2020 Sustainability Report. With social, economic and environmental implications, Toussaint and Alexander share their perspectives on the company's approach to solving global water challenges. Also discussed are new ways Xylem has recently united across the organization to advance toward a more sustainable and equitable world.
To read and download the report, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/sustainability/
When you think of artificial intelligence and machine learning, you might envision a world like The Jetsons, but Xylem's Data Lake & Data Science Manager Brandon O'Daniel is bringing the tools and techniques of AI to water utilities today. On this episode, O'Daniel gives a behind-the-scenes scoop on how these concepts are helping Xylem solve critical water challenges, such as energy and capital storage savings and infrastructure damage risk assessments. He also explains how utilities can take the first steps toward implementing data science, as well as upcoming plans to help support customers throughout 2021 and beyond.
To learn more about Xylem's data lake and how it is used, check out: https://blog.sensus.com/which-lake-is-the-greatest-lake/
Xylem Client Solutions Manager Nicole Pasch joins Solving Water to give a rare, behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to manage environmental services for a mid-size municipality, including spearheading a comprehensive digital transformation to smart infrastructure. As a former water utilities leader with the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, she reveals insights about digitalization from both sides of the industry, as well as words of wisdom to all municipalities taking the first steps toward change.
To learn more about Xylem's role in the digital transformation of utilities, visit xylem.com.
On this episode of Solving Water, Steve Tilders, Xylem Sales Director for Specialty Flow Control in the Americas, gives us a deep dive into Xylem's marine business. Tilders discusses Xylem's Jabsco and Rule brands, which represent a legacy of marine innovation that spans almost 90 years, and accounts for millions of quality marine products sold, used and specified around the globe. Tilders also shares his passion for expanding the marine business to a diverse set of consumers, taking care of customer needs and helping Xylem preserve water access for all.
To learn more about Xylem and the marine industry, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/recreational-boats-vehicles/
On this episode of Solving Water, Dr. Stephanie Smith, Xylem Product Segment Manager for Integrated Services and Systems, joins the show to take us further into the tangled world of climate change and its far reaching impact on the world's most essential resource: water. Dr. Smith discusses the impact of soil and sedimentation, harmful algal blooms, stormwater runoff, ice melt and drought on water quality — as well as some lesser known effects of climate change on water quality — and how the water industry can get to the root of the problem.
Get more insights from Dr. Smith on the connection between clean water and climate change in her recent blog post: https://www.ysi.com/ysi-blog/water-blogged-blog/2021/01/climate-change-covid-and-clean-water-make-the-connection
On this special episode of Solving Water, Julia Pietruszka, recent graduate of Lehigh University and participant of Xylem's Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP), provides a firsthand account of the two-year, entry-level rotational program designed to attract and develop new engineering college graduates, build a pipeline of early career leadership talent and enhance critical skill sets for the next generation of Xylem engineers. Hear Julia's words of wisdom to other up-and-coming water and sustainability leaders, and learn how the program enables young professionals to explore their passion for solving water.
For more information on how Xylem is committed to empowering the next generation to solve global water and energy issues, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/careers/students-graduates/
On this episode of Solving Water, Tony Milando, Xylem Senior Vice President and Chief Supply Chain Officer, gives his insights on Xylem’s ongoing response and learnings more than a year after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. Milando shares his reflections on how Xylem reacted globally during an ever-changing year, as well as the key takeaways that he thinks could inform business evolution in the future.
Learn more about Xylem’s COVID-19 response: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/
Travis Loop, director of communications and public outreach for the Water Environment Federation (WEF), and Words on Water podcast host, joins host Amanda Holloway to discuss vital role of communications in the water industry, how the perception of communications has evolved, why podcasts are effective platforms for storytelling, what’s next for the ongoing partnership between Xylem and WEF, and more.
Learn more about WEF: https://www.wef.org/
Listen to the Words on Water Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/words-on-water/id1281312822
On the latest episode of Solving Water, host Amanda Holloway is joined by Jess Moyer, Senior Scientist with Xylem’s Advanced Technology & Innovation team, and Professor John Cronin, founding director of Blue CoLab in the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Pace University and Adjunct Professor. The crew discusses how actions such as policy making and advocacy can help drive technological innovations in the water industry, the need for communicating these updates to the public, and more. Learn more and check out the
Blue CoLab’s research here: https://www.pace.edu/seidenberg/blue-colab.
George Hawkins, founder of Moonshot Missions and strategic advisor for Xylem, joins Solving Water to discuss his role in rebranding and revamping DC Water, the water utility for Washington, D.C., and how that inspired his eventual launch of Moonshot Missions, which focuses on utilizing modern technology to help transform the water sector for people throughout the United States.
Learn more about Moonshot Missions: https://www.moonshotmissions.org
Mark Handzel, Xylem VP of Government Affairs, returns to Solving Water, joined by Eric Sapirstein, of ENS Resources, who works as Xylem’s federal policy advocate. Together they have been raising awareness for smart water infrastructure to legislators in Washington, D.C. The two discuss the changing landscape with the new Biden administration, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the process of educating and working with lawmakers on important water issues.
Learn more at https://www.xylem.com/
Throughout this historic year, Solving Water: A Xylem Podcast has been diving into important and timely topics from all corners of the water industry, sharing insightful conversations with industry experts from Xylem and beyond. On the 2020 finale episode of Solving Water, host Amanda Holloway reminisces about the memorable conversations she's had by sharing some of her favorite episodes recorded throughout the year. From the Solving Water team, we wish you all a happy holiday season. Stay tuned for new episodes in early 2021!
Here are the episodes mentioned in today's show:
--Combating "Forever Chemicals" in Water -- Tracking COVID-19 Through Wastewater Sampling
-- Using Wastewater to Brew Safe, Sustainable Beer
-- The Water Environment Federation's Chief Medical Officer on Water Equity, Worker Safety & What's Next
-- The Making of Netflix's 'Brave Blue World' Documentary
-- Xylem CMO on the Waterboys Partnership & Mission of Safe Water Access for Communities Around the World
On this episode of The Bell & Gossett Podcast, Rob Grady, President at Mulcahy Company, a Bell & Gossett manufacturer's representative, returns to the show to share the successes, learnings and setbacks from 2020 and COVID-19. Grady and Dan Chudecke, Senior Business Development Manager at Mulcahy, discuss their commitment to solving water issues locally in Minnesota, how they managed new projects during the pandemic, 2020 innovations in customer relations and training, and their outlook on the industry going forward.
Learn more about Mulcahy Company: https://mulcahyco.com/
Learn more about Bell & Gossett: https://bellgossett.com/
On this episode of Solving Water, we are joined by the Water Environment Federation's newly appointed Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Andrew Sanderson, and Al Cho, Xylem Chief Strategy and Digital Officer. Dr. Sanderson shares his plans and goals in the role of WEF CMO, and discusses the direct correlation between water equity and the health of local communities, how water epidemiology is helping trace COVID-19, important findings from the recently formed Blue Ribbon panel that hopes to inform and protect wastewater workers, and more.
Listen to Dr. Andrew Sanderson on the WEF Podcast, Words on Water: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/words-on-water-150-dr-andrew-sanderson-on-serving-as/id1281312822?i=1000481798781
Learn more about the Blue Ribbon panel: https://www.wef.org/resources/pressroom/press-releases2/wef-press-releases/water-environment-federation-convening-a-blue-ribbon-panel-to-evaluate-biological-hazards-and-precautions-for-wastewater-workers/
Learn how Xylem solves water: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/
On this episode of Solving Water, we discuss a new mentorship initiative called Xylem Ignite. This youth-and student-focused program hopes to find and reach teens and young adults who have a passion for, or might be interested in, solving tomorrow's water issues around the world. Delph Mak, Tyler Elkins, and José Suárez, the Xylem team leading the program, join the show to discuss how they developed the Ignite program and its focus on pillars designed to increase awareness of the industry, reward ingenuity, and incubate the innovators of future water solutions.
To learn more about Xylem Ignite please visit: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/xylem-ignite/
Paul O’Callaghan, Founder and CEO of BlueTech Research and co-producer of the new Netflix documentary 'Brave Blue World,' joins the show to discuss the inspiration behind and making of the film, the process behind finding subjects for the film, working with narrator Liam Neeson, and how solutions to global water challenges start locally. O'Callaghan also discusses the history of BlueTech Research, Xylem’s partnership in the documentary, micro-financing as a solution for water scarcity, and much more.
Watch Brave Blue World, streaming now on Netflix, and learn more about BlueTech Research here: https://www.bluetechresearch.com/
On this week's episode of Solving Water, we discuss a new era of technologies, put in the spotlight during the COVID-19 pandemic, that are allowing safe and powerful disinfection through solutions such as fogging systems for commercial buildings, public spaces and beyond. Steve Scott, Applications and Business Development Manager for Xylem, joins the show to discuss electro-chemically activated solutions (ECAS) and how these disinfection techniques utilize Flojet pumps and technology to bring safer disinfection options for people and the environment.
To learn about Xylem's commercial disinfection capabilities, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/municipal-water-wastewater/reuse/disinfection
To learn more about the Global Ecology Group, visit: https://globalecology.group/
On today's show, we explore the science and art of brewing beer through the reuse of safely treated wastewater. The University of Calgary and its Advancing Canadian Wastewater Assets (ACWA) program teamed up with Village Brewery in Calgary and Xylem to create a batch of blonde ale, made possible with advanced water treatment technologies from Xylem. Guests Christine O’Grady of the University of Calgary, Jackson Stuart of Village Brewery, and Stephen Rothwell and Kevin Flis of Xylem discuss how the partnership came to be, the beer they developed, how it can be used to help change perceptions of reuse water, and more.
To learn more about Xylem's reuse capabilities, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/municipal-water-wastewater/reuse/
To learn more about the beer, visit: https://research.ucalgary.ca/acwa-reuse-beer
Xylem analytics experts Kerry Hubbard, Outdoor Water Monitoring Specialist, and Anthony Rohrer, Associate Product Manager, Water Quality, join the show to discuss how technologies tracking and analyzing wastewater samples are being utilized to track and ultimately help prevent COVID-19 outbreaks in municipalities and institutions. They also share the basics of wastewater tracking, how Xylem is providing automated water sampling systems, and more.
Part three of a three-part series recorded during the week of WEFTEC 2020.
Learn more about how Xylem continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/
For more information on YSI and outdoor water monitoring, visit: https://www.ysi.com/
In back-to-back segments, Patrick Decker, CEO of Xylem, and Al Cho, Xylem's Vice President and General Manager, join the show to discuss the essential importance of strong partnerships in the water industry and the future of water resilience. Decker and Cho both share how Xylem is committed to providing the critical support the water industry needs – from expertise and digital solutions, to social investment, advanced technologies and ongoing lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic.
To learn more about Xylem's efforts and capabilities, please visit: www.xylem.com/weftec. For the video version of this conversation, visit https://youtu.be/sBRd7lHsHCc
This is part two of a three-part series recorded during the week of WEFTEC 2020.
In part one of a three-part series, Matthew Pine, SVP & President of Applied Water Systems and the Americas Commercial Team for Xylem, and Xylem’s VP of Water Infrastructure Joe Johnston, join the show to discuss the extraordinary partnerships turning today’s extraordinary times into an opportunity for water utilities.
Xylem is committed to providing the critical support the water industry needs – from expertise and digital solutions, to social investment and advanced technologies. To learn more about our efforts and capabilities, please visit: www.xylem.com/weftec.
Greg Mimms, Xylem Vice President of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS), joins the show to discuss Xylem's EHS initiatives in 2020 and how this year varies from his decades of experience in the field. Mimms also discusses some of the highlights and challenges of his career, and how he and his team prepare and communicate EHS information to a global company. To learn more about Xylem's Health and Safety Initiatives please visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/watermark/
On this episode of Solving Water, we're kicking off October's Fire Prevention Month 2020 with a conversation between Todd Weir, Americas Product Manager for A-C Fire Pump, and Pete Snow, Training Coordinator for Xylem Rental Solutions, as they discuss the ways fire protection systems protect structures, processes and people. From knowing when to use permanent and/or temporary systems, to dissecting the requirements of NFPA 20 and current challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, Weir and Snow share how to choose the right system for your application and look forward to emerging technologies in the midst of worsening natural disasters.
Learn more about Xylem's trouble-free temporary pumping solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/rental/temporary-fire-protection/
For permanent fire pump systems for industrial, power generation, oil & gas and mining applications, visit: https://acfirepump.com/
On this episode of The Bell & Gossett Podcast, Kyle DelPiano, Business Development Manager for Xylem, talks with Kevin Sides, Sales Manager for Florida-based Bell & Gossett representative, George A. Israel Inc. Sides shares his expertise in discussing the various applications of pressure boosters in commercial buildings, as well as a breakdown of what pressure boosters are and what makes them so important. Sides also shares his insights on the unique challenges and solutions that come with working in the Florida market.
Learn more about George A. Israel Inc.: http://gaiinc.com/ and Bell Gossett pressure boosters: https://bellgossett.com/package-pumping-systems/pressure-booster-packages/
Since 2018, Legionella findings have been on the rise. This natural bacteria can be found in still water and airborne droplets, and can lead to cases of Legionnaires' disease. Kyle DelPiano, Business Development Manager for Xylem, and Kenny Khoo, Global Manager for Strategy Partnerships at Xylem, discuss some of the causes behind the recent rise in Legionella bacteria, and why focusing on issues such as improving aging infrastructure could be keys to combating the bacteria's spread.
Learn more about Bell & Gossett solutions: https://bellgossett.com/
For water utilities, addressing problems as they arise is becoming a thing of the past. On this episode of Solving Water, Travis Smith, Senior Director of Product Marketing for Sensus in North America with Xylem, shares how Xylem is helping utilities overcome the vicious cycle of being reactive by prioritizing integration, data collection, monitoring, analytics and controls in their infrastructure management. Smith outlines social and economic drivers impacting today's water utilities and how even the disruption that COVID-19 presents creates opportunities for utilities to use intelligence as a tool for building resilience and maximizing public health and safety.
Note: Get access to free, on-demand and live digital sessions that explore the impact on and opportunities presented to utilities by the shift toward smart infrastructure -- Register for Xylem's Reach Conference 2020, coming Oct. 13-14, at https://xylemreach20.com/.
To learn more about how Xylem helps utilities connect data, places and people in powerful ways, visit Sensus: https://sensus.com/.
We are in the midst of a record-breaking hurricane season, and proactive preparedness is essential to combating high tides, flooding and structural damage in major municipalities and affected areas. On this episode of Through the Water Cycle, Xylem disaster response experts Mike Sturgill and Hunter Powell discuss the factors contributing to increasingly active hurricane seasons, and the tools and solutions available for municipalities and water utilities to stay fully prepared during the 2020 hurricane season. Note: This show was recorded two weeks prior to Hurricane Laura's development and landfall. To learn how you can help with relief efforts in affected areas, please visit: https://impact.publicgood.com/campaign/6a665fff-9c43-43f7-b09e-09ae4d4fcd98 To learn more about hurricane preparedness and contingency planning, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/environmental-monitoring-analysis/stormwater-floods/hurricane-preparedness-response
Combined Sewer Overflows (CSOs) are harmful to the environment and a challenge for municipalities all across the country. On this episode of Through the Water Cycle, Xylem experts Asad Choudry, Business Development Manager, and Dax Blake, Client Solutions Manager, join the show to discuss the latest in stormwater management and how they came up with a unique, innovative solution to help mitigate CSOs in Columbus, Ohio.
Read the case study to learn more about the project: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/support/case-studies-white-papers/flygt-columbus-oh-case-study/
Nate Warren, Senior Sales Engineer, and Stan Rockovich, Distribution and Product Manager for Xylem, join the show to discuss some of the biggest challenges they have faced when working on custom sewer bypass systems throughout their respective careers. They also cover the latest technology in sewer bypass systems, what utilities should keep in mind when considering a sewer bypass project, and how geography drastically changes the implementation process of sewer bypass solutions.
To learn about temporary and permanent sewer bypass solutions from Xylem, visit: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/construction/job-site-applications/sewage-bypass or https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products--services/rental/sewer-bypass/
Anthony Williams, Senior Site Director for Xylem, joins the show to discuss the innovative solutions he implemented to address the need for shifting Factory Acceptance Tests, often conducted in-person, to virtual meetings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Williams shares how those solutions are ensuring equipment quality assurance at worksites and factories around the country.
Visit https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/global-coronavirus-actions/ to learn more about Xylem's actions and responses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Matt Schomaker, Regional Sales Manager for Xylem Treatment, joins the show to discuss filtration technology and how water utilities have responded to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Schomaker also explains the enduring benefits of gravity filtration and latest trends that are changing the way we think about the water cycle.
Learn more about Xylem water purification and filtration solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/clean-water/water-purification
Resiliency, robustness and efficiency are important to water utilities, but during a pandemic, these needs are heightened. Xylem Business Development Manager and vertical turbine expert Sarah Boynton discusses how utilities can enhance their clean water pumping operations and plan for a future impacted by the pandemic. Boynton discusses the benefits of clean water technology, the magnified economic challenges facing water utilities in the wake of COVID-19, and how creative thinking with existing infrastructure can help tackle tight budgets.
Learn how Xylem is helping water utilities gain new visibility, ensure continuity, and improve the resilience of their systems during COVID-19 at https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/utilities-hub/
Per-and Polyfluorolalkyl Substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals," have been receiving a lot of attention for their harmful, lasting impact on water, people and the environment in general. On this episode of Through the Water Cycle, Xylem’s VP of government affairs Mark Handzel and Water Utilities business development manager Kevin Flis join the show to discuss what exactly PFAS are, how Xylem solutions help utilities manage them, and how other industries can help reduce the use of these substances.
For more on Per-and Polyfluorolalkyl Substances visit epa.gov/pfas/basic-information-pfas. Learn more about Xylem solutions at https://www.xylem.com/en-us/.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, water utilities have risen to the top as one of the most highly-impacted industries. On this episode of Through the Water Cycle, Xylem experts Jackie Helfrich, Brian Geegan, Chris Thomson and Travis Smith discuss the inception of Xylem Assist, the company’s new COVID-19 response program. Developed in response to the host of challenges facing water utilities today — such as reduced workforce and increased system clogging and downtime — the program has helped customers maintain business continuity and build resilience amidst uncertain times.
Learn more about how Xylem is providing turnkey solutions to water and wastewater professionals as they handle the effects of COVID-19: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/utilities-hub/
Mark Handzel, Vice President of Product Regulatory & Government Affairs for Xylem, discusses the creation and implementation of an eight-year labor of love in the pump manufacturing industry: the Department of Energy’s 2020 Energy Conservation Standards for Pumps.
Handzel covers how Bell & Gossett prepared for the 2020 changes years ahead of time, the relationship between an overall pump system and level of efficiency, and actions pump specifiers and building owners can take to go above and beyond the DOE requirements.
Episode recorded live at the AHR Expo 2020 in Orlando.
See how B&G already meets or exceeds DOE 2020 efficiency standard requirements: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/bell-gossett/doe-2020/
Kevin McGee, North America Director of OEM Sales for Xylem, discusses the current OEM market landscape for commercial buildings and the effects of the DOE 2020 Energy Conservation Standards for Pumps on the industry as a whole. He also touches on the demand for boiler decarbonization to reduce fossil fuel emissions, as well as important considerations for implementing alternative energy resources.
Episode recorded live at the AHR Expo 2020 in Orlando.
Visit Bell & Gossett online at: http://www.bellgossett.com
Alan Jones, Global Product Manager, Bell & Gossett Centrifugal Pumps, discusses the challenge to do more with less in the commercial building industry, the ability of the ESP-Systemwize online selection tool to help consulting engineers create a schedule for an entire commercial building system, and the unique capacity of Bell & Gossett’s national representative network to understand local markets.
Jones also offers advice on minimizing total cost of ownership and future maintenance costs, as well as transitioning the industry to the next generation of engineers.
Episode recorded live at the AHR Expo 2020 in Orlando.
Use the ESP-Systemwize online system selection tool: https://www.esp-systemwize.com/
Rich Blong, Vice President of Product Management and Engineering for Xylem, shares ongoing advancements in the global commercial building and plumbing markets. He also discusses the industry’s ongoing shift towards interconnectivity, prioritizing DOE regulatory compliance, as well as the importance of lifelong learning for professionals to remain at the forefront of an ever-changing industry.
Episode recorded live at the AHR Expo 2020 in Orlando.
Visit Bell & Gossett online at: http://www.bellgossett.com
Jeff Williams of Vermont-based Spafford & Sons Water Wells, and former president of the National Groundwater Association (NGWA), shares the challenges of identifying an exit strategy. From identifying the right buyer to cultivating an environment conducive to professional growth, he encourages contractors to equip the next generation with proper management and decision-making skills for a seamless transition. Finally, he touches on succession planning, balancing emotions amidst financial decisions and the importance of involving a planner to mitigate family crises.
Part 5 of the Small Business Toolbox, a 5-part series from In The Field with Goulds Water Technology, focusing on helping small business professionals tackle the financial side of their business in the water industry and beyond. Episode recorded live at Groundwater Week 2019 in Las Vegas.
Learn more about the 2020 McEllhiney Lecture Series here: https://www.groundwater.org/lecture/mcellhiney/
Ed Smiley, U.S. Director of Sales for HVAC Wholesale at Xylem, provides an overview of the wholesaler manufacturer’s role in supplying products to contractors and end customers in the residential and commercial building markets. He also covers the importance of understanding the unique needs among different regions, the proliferation of internet sales in the industry and why wholesalers should prioritize a strong digital presence.
Episode recorded live at the AHR Expo 2020 in Orlando.
Visit Bell & Gossett online at: http://www.bellgossett.com
Jeff Williams of Vermont-based Spafford & Sons Water Wells, and former president of the National Groundwater Association (NGWA), discusses how contractors can improve their asset management skills, evaluate the value of their assets and determine an appropriate replacement schedule. He also reveals investment strategy options to keep your assets and equity growing, such as knowing the right time for a replacement.
Part 4 of the Small Business Toolbox, a 5-part series from In The Field with Goulds Water Technology, focusing on helping small business professionals tackle the financial side of their business in the water industry and beyond. Episode recorded live at Groundwater Week 2019 in Las Vegas.
Learn more about the 2020 McEllhiney Lecture Series here: https://www.groundwater.org/lecture/mcellhiney/
Rob Grady, Executive Vice President of Mulcahy Co., discusses the changing landscape for hydronics companies in Minnesota and the rest of the upper midwest. Grady also explains the increased market focus on retrofitting for energy efficiency, his commitment to corporate social responsibility programs, and how a lack of skilled labor in the region has driven Bell & Gossett representative Mulcahy Company to find new ways to serve customers. Episode recorded live at AHR 2020 in Orlando.
Learn more about Mulcahy Company here: https://mulcahyco.com/what-we-offer/
Visit Bell & Gossett online at: http://www.bellgossett.com
Joe Vesey, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer for Xylem, joined the podcast in February from the road (literally) in Suffolk, Virginia, where he took part in the first Hometown H2O project, working with The Chris Long Foundation’s Waterboys initiative to drill a well to provide clean water access for a family in need.
Vesey shares how this project and partnership with Waterboys is the latest example of Xylem Watermark – the company’s social investment program focused on providing education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality and resilient communities – in action.
Learn more about Xylem Watermark: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/watermark/
Learn about Hometown H2O: http://goulds.com/waterboys
Jeff Williams of Vermont-based Spafford & Sons Water Wells, and former president of the National Groundwater Association (NGWA), imparts his wisdom on how contractors can navigate the ins and outs of variable and fixed costs and run their businesses as efficiently as possible. He also shares how to handle price increases from distributors, as well as the importance of balancing onsite work with financial structure development.
Part 3 of the Small Business Toolbox, a 5-part series from In The Field with Goulds Water Technology, focusing on helping small business professionals tackle the financial side of their business in the water industry and beyond. Episode recorded live at Groundwater Week 2019 in Las Vegas.
Learn more about the 2020 McEllhiney Lecture Series here: https://www.groundwater.org/lecture/mcellhiney/
Xylem experts Hunter Powell, Kristel Zaman and Stan Rockovich continue their virtual discussion with host Amanda Holloway to examine temporary anti-clog pumping solutions that water utilities have available, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also highlight the importance of contingency planning for sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) and how, with help from Godwin pumps and Flygt N-technology, the ability to run maintenance-and clog-free isn’t limited to permanent pumping solutions.
Part Two of this two-part series spotlights temporary non-clog pumping solutions and how water utilities can determine when to use them, whether in response to emergency system issues or as a failsafe for planned projects.
Learn more about how Xylem is working to help address the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on water utilities operations around the world: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/utilities-hub/
Bob Polizzi and Sunday Perez of Bell & Gossett representative CHC Hydronics discuss the trend of more and more customers pushing for reduced or negative carbon footprints, the current realities of decarbonization, and how they work with individual companies who plan to expand into electrification and reduced fossil fuel usage. Episode recorded live at AHR 2020 in Orlando.
Visit CHC Hydronics online at: https://www.chchydro.com/
Visit Bell & Gossett online at: http://www.bellgossett.com
Xylem experts Kristel Zaman, Bob Domkowski, Hunter Powell, and Stan Rockovich join host Amanda Holloway for a virtual roundtable to discuss some of the challenges facing water utilities in light of COVID-19 directives and quarantining, including the ongoing issue of “flushable” products and their negative impact on wastewater collection systems. Also discussed: Remote monitoring and automation solutions that are helping utilities build systems that are more efficient and reliable while keeping employees safe at home thanks to intelligent pumps including the Flygt Concertor and N-pumps.
Part One of a two-part non-clog series focusing on the benefits of permanent installations, including intelligent pumping to help prevent system clogging and remote monitoring options to help employees stay safe at home. Part Two (coming soon) will discuss temporary non-clog pumping solutions, whether in response to emergency system issues or as a failsafe for planned projects.
Learn more about how Xylem is working to help address the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on water utilities operations around the world:https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/utilities-hub/
Terry Morse, CEO of the National Groundwater Association (NGWA), joins hosts Amanda Holloway and Susan O’Grady to share details on the programming, information and materials the NGWA is providing for groundwater professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Morse breaks down what the CARES Act means for the well drilling industry, the value of embracing technology as a community-building tool, and how professionals can continue to deliver essential work while protecting their customers, employees and families.
Learn more about the National Groundwater Association’s COVID-19 resources: https://www.ngwa.org/publications-and-news/covid-19-news-and-resources
Jamie Saxe, Senior Director of Watermark & Corporate Social Investment, joins host Amanda Holloway to share how Xylem’s social investment program, Watermark, continues to make a difference around the world by expanding its COVID-19 response efforts, including its latest special program for customer involvement, called the Watermark Partner Contributions Program, along with amped-up fundraising and nonprofit partnership efforts to help communities and people in need during the global pandemic.
Learn more about Xylem Watermark’s COVID-19 response efforts: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/watermark/covid-19-response/
David Everhart, President, and Dan Watkins, Sales Engineer, from Chicago-area Bell & Gossett representative Bornquist Inc. discuss being one of the first B&G reps, how the ESP-Systemwize online selection tool is increasing efficiency in planning, operation and system statistics, and what’s coming next for integrated systems in the industry. Episode recorded live at AHR 2020 in Orlando.
To learn more about Bornquist Inc. visit their website: https://www.bornquist.com/
Mark Handzel, Xylem Vice President of Product Regulatory & Government Affairs, joins the show to discuss the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, which was passed at the end of March.
Handzel, who has been working with legislators in Washington throughout the process, breaks down the CARES Act in simpler terms, explaining specifically what it means for small business owners and employees, the benefits available within the CARES Act and how small businesses can take advantage of them in the wake of the ongoing COVID-19 situation.
For more, visit Xylem’s COVID-19 Actions landing page: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/covid-19-response/global-coronavirus-actions/
Russell Rauch, General Manager of Hughes Supply, shares his approach to hiring and retaining great employees as a distributor in the residential water industry. Rauch discusses their approach to hiring based on chemistry, the importance of a robust hiring process, and their focus on corporate social responsibility and giving back.
Finally, Rauch details the company’s unique profit-sharing model and how Hughes Supply and its parent company, Hajoca Corporation, “share success” with employees through community involvement, profit sharing and an emphasis on corporate culture.
Part 2 of the Small Business Toolbox, a 5-part series from In The Field with Goulds Water Technology, focusing on helping small business professionals tackle the financial side of their business in the water industry and beyond. Episode recorded live at Groundwater Week 2019 in Las Vegas.
Learn more about Hughes Supply, a Goulds Water Technology distributor at https://hughessupply.com/ or https://www.hajoca.com/
Mike Barnett, Chris Wander, and Kevin Schaal from Oslin Nation join the podcast to share updates on the current state of the Texas HVAC market, the impact of DOE 2020 efficiency standards, how Bell & Gossett solutions gave them an advantage in outfitting Globe Life Park in Arlington (the new Texas Rangers stadium) and more. For over 75 years, Oslin Nation Co. has been a leader in HVAC and plumbing solutions as a Bell & Gossett representative. Recorded live at AHR 2020 in Orlando
To learn more about Oslin Nation Co. visit their website: https://onco-tx.com/
Visit Bell & Gossett online at: http://www.bellgossett.com
Jeff Williams of Vermont-based Spafford & Sons Water Wells, and former president of the National Groundwater Association (NGWA), joins the show to kick off our Small Business Toolbox series. Williams discusses his experience both in and as a leader of the groundwater industry. He shares his focus on learning and teaching the important financial fundamentals of running a small business, including his current role as a lecturer for the NGWA Foundation’s 2020 McEllhiney Lecture Series in Water Well Technology, as Williams is traveling the country presenting to groundwater industry professionals on the value of combining professional expertise with business savvy.
Part 1 of the Small Business Toolbox, a 5-part series from In The Field with Goulds Water Technology, focusing on helping small business professionals tackle the financial side of their business in the water industry and beyond. Episode recorded live at Groundwater Week 2019 in Las Vegas.
Learn more about the 2020 McEllhiney Lecture Series here: https://www.groundwater.org/lecture/mcellhiney/
For over 90 years, Wallace Eannace has been serving the five boroughs of New York City as a Bell & Gossett representative, and over the decades, they have faced some of the toughest commercial building challenges. Darryl Clark, Corporate Vice President of Wallace Eannace Associates, stops by the show to discuss some of those challenges and how the company is utilizing Bell & Gossett solutions to expand efficiently in the city that never sleeps. Recorded live at AHR 2020 in Orlando.
Learn more: To learn more about Wallace Eannace and Associates visit them at https://wallaceeannace.com/
Looking for your local Bell & Gossett Representative? Visit our site to search in your region. http://bellgossett.com/sales-service/
Jill Boudreau, product line manager, residential water at Xylem joins the show to discuss the multitude of ways that water pressure problems can impact daily life in America, how those pressure issues develop over time and depending on location and water source, and the solutions and new technologies available for residential homeowners to help boost water pressure at home.
Learn more at http://residential.goulds.com/.
Tom Stephan, Training Manager for Goulds Water Technology, and Dave Kill, longtime industry professional and advocate of education in the residential water industry, discuss the growing demand for education throughout the industry, including the ongoing importance of the basics of pump training and sizing, as well as the need for advanced technology training with the rise of variable frequency drives (VFDs) and controllers in the marketplace. Stephan and Kill also describe the evolution and variety of educational opportunities provided today, including “training the trainer” with in the field training, leading in-person classes at the Goulds Water Technology Factory School, and offering on-demand online e-Learning courses and instructional YouTube videos.
Learn more about training and education opportunities for industry professionals: http://goulds.com/
Watch YouTube training videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcPr3E-nIy0&list=PLlYcUvq1mcD9nRloe0QXMFwDb76g9FRtv
Matt Johnson, VP of Business Development at Mitchell Lewis & Staver Co., and David De Rego, VP of Marketing at Mitchell Lewis & Staver Co., share their stories as distributors for Goulds Water Technology, as well as their learnings from past professional experience on both the manufacturer side and in different industries to tackle the dynamics, relationships and marketing opportunities unique to the residential water industry.
Johnson and De Rego also discuss business development and marketing working together, building organizational expertise and what their current selves would tell their past selves about industry insights. Finally, the guys from Mitchell Lewis & Staver Co. discuss their longtime ongoing partnership with Goulds Water Technology and Xylem.
Learn more about Mitchell Lewis & Staver at https://www.mitchellewis.com/mitchell-lewis-staver/
Lisa Riles, Xylem Global Product Manager for Residential and Americas Commercial Building Systems (CBS), and Susan O’Grady, Xylem Director of Marketing, Residential and Agriculture, join the show to discuss their experience and different respective career paths in the water industry. Riles and O’Grady share their insights on navigating a traditionally male-led industry, corporate social responsibility and the future of the industry, balancing family and career, and more.
Learn more about Xylem at xylem.com.
Christian Bogan, owner of E-Water Solutions and a Goulds Water Technology distributor, and Susan O’Grady, Xylem Director of Marketing, Residential and Agriculture, break down Goulds Water Technology’s recent stance on its updated Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) Policy. They discuss the value and impact of buying and installing with professional contractors, sharing perspectives from both the distributor and manufacturer sides on how MAP Policies are being enforced, the importance of defending independent contractors, and what comes next for the residential water industry.
Episode recorded live at Groundwater Week 2019 in Las Vegas.
Learn more about Goulds Water Technology’s MAP Policy: http://unitedstates.xylemappliedwater.com/files/2016/06/10-Promises-from-Goulds-Water-Technology.pdf
Ralph Franco, Xylem North America Applications Engineering Manager, and Julia Beilsmith, Xylem Treatment Regional Manager, join the show to share their expertise on UV disinfection and its role in water reuse, treatment, and potable consumption. They also weigh in on the different tasting notes in produced water and how municipalities are selling water reuse. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/clean-water/
Adam McNeill, Xylem Treatment North America Sales Manager, and Alex Krapas, Field Product Manager for Sanitaire, stop by the show to break down biological treatment processes, aeration, aerobic and anaerobic digestion and how these processes are crucial components to a successful water treatment train. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about Xylem biological treatment solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/sanitaire/sanitaire-products/
Host Kyle DelPiano talks with colleague Jennifer Freres, Americas Product Manager, Motors for Xylem, about ECM motors and the latest motor technologies and requirements, VFDs, and the future of ECM motors in HVAC applications.
Learn more about Bell & Gossett ECM motors at http://bellgossett.com/
Salvador Dominguez, Xylem Treatment Product Manager, and Jens Scheideler, Global Reuse & AOP Manager for Xylem Treatment, join the show to talk about water disinfection technologies with an emphasis on ozone and advanced oxidation processes (AOP) in the face of global water quality issues on the rise such harmful algal blooms (HABs). Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products-services/treatment-products-systems/
Kristel Zaman, Senior Manager, Flygt Products, and Tyler Elkins, Flygt Concertor Regional Product Manager, break down the features and benefits of the industry-leading Flygt Concertor, intelligent pumping in the wastewater industry, and what this technology means for equipment users and suppliers. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about the Flygt Concertor: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/products-services/pumps-packaged-pump-systems/pumps/submersible-pumps/wastewater-pumps/flygt-concertor2
Tom Stephan, Training Manager at Goulds Water Technology, shares how he approaches educating industry professionals for residential and wastewater applications and what’s next for training methods and technology. Stephan breaks down how training topics are selected, the benefits of hands-on installation scenarios in the Factory School’s state-of-the-art laboratory, and the importance of staying connected digitally with dealers, engineers, contractors, end-users and other trainees by producing how-to videos and live webinars.
Learn more about the Goulds Water Technology Factory School: rhttp://goulds.com/factory-school/
Watch videos from the Factory School: https://www.youtube.com/user/GouldsWaterTech/videos
Mike Ivory, Regional Sales Manager for Xylem Dewatering Solutions, and Bruce Countryman, District Sales Manager for Xylem Rental Solutions, join the show to discuss temporary water management systems’ place in an overall water utilities management strategy, what to know when deciding between renting and buying, and they share examples of Xylem Rental Solutions for utilities and municipalities. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Kristel Zaman, Senior Manager, Flygt Products, and Daniel Barton, Xylem Monitoring & Controls Regional Product Manager, break down how smart water utilities are incorporating monitoring and controls in their water pump and management systems to help save on operating costs and labor. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about monitoring and controls solutions: https://www.xylem.com/en-US/products-services/pumps-packaged-pump-systems/monitoring-control-equipment/
Dave Stover, Market Development Manager for Turbine Products at Xylem, explains the challenges of irrigation and water scarcity facing today’s farmers and how variable frequency drives (VFDs) are helping to provide efficient solutions for a variety of applications in different regions and geographies across the country.
Learn more about irrigation solutions at http://goulds.com/irrigation-products/
Kevin Flis, Xylem Business Development Manager, and Lucinda Jooste, Wedeco Senior Sales Engineer, join the show to discuss the global movement toward water reuse as a primary solution to the world’s water scarcity issues. Flis and Jooste also share insights on the impact of climate change and areas of the world such as South Africa that have successfully implemented water reuse programs. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/solutions/municipal-water-wastewater/reuse/
Host Kyle DelPiano is joined by Mike Licastro, Training & Education Manager for Xylem Bell & Gossett, to discuss the upgrades made to the newly renovated Little Red Schoolhouse, which has led the industry in hydronic and steam system design, education and training since opening in 1954. Licastro and DelPiano break down the value of hands-on training for engineers and HVAC industry professionals and how today’s technology is changing the way education is offered.
Learn more about the Little Red Schoolhouse at https://bellgossettmarketing.com/schoolhouse/
Video: An overview of the Little Red Schoolhouse renovations: https://youtu.be/WFntld5Ib-w
Jay Johnson, Treatment Product Manager, North America, and Jim Fischer, Mixing Solutions Manager, North America, sit down to discuss Flygt adaptive mixing technology and how it can deliver meaningful impact to the bottom line and environmental goals for water and wastewater treatment facilities. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about Flygt Adaptive Mixers: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/brands/flygt/flygt-adaptive-mixers-review/
Susan O’Grady, Director of Marketing, Residential and Agriculture, for Xylem joins the show to discuss how she has made Xylem Watermark – the corporate citizenship program that provides and protects safe water resources in communities around the world while educating people about water issues – a major focus through her everyday work and nonprofit partnerships. O’Grady also discusses her passion for volunteering, recent projects that have brought clean water to areas in need around the United States, and more.
Learn more about Xylem Watermark: https://www.xylem.com/en-us/watermark/
Watch recent project overviews: https://www.youtube.com/user/GouldsWaterTech/videos
Kristel Zaman, Senior Manager, Flygt Products, and Asad Choudry, Business Development Manager for Flygt, join Through the Water Cycle to discuss effective stormwater management, flood mitigation and resiliency, and share some recent success stories from the field from local municipalities and water utilities around the United States. Recorded live at WEFTEC 2019 in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about flooding and stormwater solutions from Xylem: https://www.xylem.com/en-US/solutions/municipal-water-wastewater/stormwater-flooding/
Host Kyle DelPiano welcomes HVAC consultant Bill Knight to discuss Knight’s recent research study on the effectiveness of HVAC systems using a 30-year life cycle cost analysis. DelPiano and Knight break down the study, which focused on factors such as energy use, initial cost, maintenance and life expectancy for a variety of basic HVAC system types.
Learn more at http://bellgossett.com/
About the host:
Kyle DelPiano is the business development manager for the Commercial Building Systems (CBS) market for Xylem, Inc. He is a graduate of Auburn University with a bachelor of science degree in polymer and fiber engineering, concentration in mechanics.
Margaret Martens, Executive Director of the Water Systems Council and Program Director of the Water Well Trust, shares the vital importance and need for clean, safe water in the United States, and how the two distinct nonprofit organizations she oversees work to bring awareness, resources and ultimately clean water access to Americans by use of private water wells and small, shared wells. Martens explains the scope of domestic water issues today, the number of Americans who do not have access to clean drinking water and how the Water Systems Council and Water Well Trust together and separately work to ensure a clean water supply for all Americans.
Learn more about the Water Systems Council: https://www.watersystemscouncil.org/
Learn more about the Water Well Trust: https://www.watersystemscouncil.org/about-wsc/water-well-trust/
Host Kyle DelPiano is joined by Norman Hall, VP of strategic solutions for Bell & Gossett representative R.L. Deppmann in Detroit. Author of the popular weekly blog, Monday Morning Minutes, Hall delves into his in-depth knowledge of the hydronics industry and system design to discuss the importance of domestic pressure boosters, how they fit into commercial hydronics systems and more.
Bo Gell, Product Manager, Wastewater, for Xylem discusses the common challenges homeowners, plumbers and other industry professionals face with “modern trash” and how it impacts today’s residential wastewater stream. Gell also addresses misconceptions about residential wastewater systems and how he is working to combat them with improved communication and new products and technology from Goulds Water Technology, including grinder pumps, vortex impellers and more.
Learn more at http://goulds.com/
Host Kyle DelPiano talks with colleague Mark Handzel, Vice President of Product Regulatory & Public Affairs for Xylem, about the 2020 Department of Energy pump efficiency standards, how we got here, what manufacturers must know and Xylem’s process in getting pumps to comply. DelPiano and Handzel also discuss hurdles faced leading up to 2020 and the future of industry regulations.
See how Bell & Gossett is ready for DOE 2020 compliance at http://bellgossett.com/e-series-pumps/