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  • Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.
    Copyright 2025 The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie
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Industrial Talk is about celebrating the women and men of industry and manufacturing. We celebrate these innovative leaders and companies because they make our lives better and are changing the world for the better! These passionate leaders collaborate, innovate and educate with speed and purpose to positively impact people and communities around the world. Industrial Talk in collaboration with industry and manufacturing leaders address topics that include: Digital Transformation, Big Data, Industry 4.0, IoT, IIoT, AI, ML, Optimization, Edge, Cloud, Asset Reliability, Maintenance, 5G, Sales, Marketing and Branding and strategies for success. This is a podcast that is focused on Getting Stuff Done and learning from individuals and companies that have been there and have a track record of success. We celebrate a bright future in industry and manufacturing from with women and men dedicated to making our communities and world a better place.
Copyright 2025 The Industrial Talk Podcast with Scott MacKenzie
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  • Buddy Lee with Mesa Associates
    2025/04/14
    Industrial Talk is onsite at PowerGen 2025 and talking to Buddy Lee, Artificial Intelligence SME at Mesa Associates about "AI and Asset Management". Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast from Power Gen in Dallas, Texas, celebrating industry professionals and discussing innovations. Buddy Lee from Mesa Associates, an AI subject matter expert, shares his background in electrical engineering and reliability engineering. Buddy discusses the application of AI in asset management, particularly in detecting anomalies and predicting failures in industrial machinery. He highlights the importance of having a good data set for AI models, emphasizing the need for accurate and reliable data. Buddy also touches on the cultural challenges of implementing AI in industrial settings and the potential for AI to improve operational efficiency and reduce maintenance costs. Action Items
    • [ ] Reach out to Buddy Lee to discuss further details on Mesa's AI-powered asset management solutions.
    • [ ] Explore opportunities to instrument industrial equipment and collect relevant sensor data for AI/ML model development.
    • [ ] Assess current maintenance practices and failure modes to determine if an FMEA-based AI approach could provide value.

    Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and their innovations.
    • Scott welcomes listeners to the platform, highlighting the importance of industry professionals in solving global problems.
    • The podcast is broadcasting from Power Gen in Dallas, Texas, showcasing the latest innovations in the power generation industry.
    • Scott mentions the excitement of the event and the opportunities to explore new technologies on the show floor.

    Introduction of Buddy Lee and His Background
    • Scott introduces Buddy Lee from Mesa Associates, who has previously been a guest on the show.
    • Buddy shares his background, mentioning his education at the University of Tennessee and Carson Newman College.
    • Buddy discusses his degrees in church music, electrical engineering, MBA, and Masters of Engineering in reliability engineering.
    • Scott notes Buddy's enthusiasm for Tennessee and his support for the University of Tennessee's football team.

    Discussion on Power Generation and AI in the Industry
    • Buddy talks about his positive experience at the Power Gen conference, highlighting the technical information and new equipment available.
    • They discuss the advancements in small modular reactors and AI in the hydro industry.
    • Scott and Buddy touch on the role of AI in driving power demand, particularly in data centers.
    • Buddy explains his role as the AI subject matter expert at Mesa Associates, focusing on industrial applications.

    Buddy's Thesis on AI Models and Data Sets
    • Buddy shares his thesis on using AI models with limited data sets, specifically vibration analysis from a paper machine.
    • He explains the process of comparing AI models to human analysts using a seven-year database of vibration data.
    • Buddy highlights the accuracy of five AI models in predicting bearing failures, achieving 95% accuracy.
    • Scott and Buddy discuss the differences between large language models and small data sets in AI applications.

    AI Applications in Industrial Asset Management
    • ...
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    27 分
  • Eric Thompson with IRISS
    2025/04/11
    Scott MacKenzie hosts Eric Thompson on the Industrial Talk Podcast, highlighting IRISS' E-Sentry solution for asset management and reliability. Eric explains that E-Sentry is a condition-based monitoring software for critical electrical assets, integrating hardware and software to provide 24/7 monitoring. The solution includes sensors for ultrasound, temperature, humidity, and vibration, and can retrofit existing infrared (IR) windows with smart sensors. E-Sentry also offers a cloud-based platform for real-time alerts and AI assistance, aiming to enhance maintenance efficiency and safety. The conversation emphasizes the importance of digitalizing maintenance processes and the role of AI in addressing the "silver tsunami" of retiring experts. Action Items
    • [ ] Explore the IRISS website at IRISS.com to get more information on their product offerings and solutions.
    • [ ] Connect with Eric Thompson on LinkedIn to stay updated on the latest developments in industrial IoT and asset management technologies.
    • [ ] Reach out to Eric Thompson at IRISS to learn more about E-Sentry and how it can solve challenges related to critical electrical asset management.

    Outline Introduction to Industrial Talk Podcast
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry innovations and trends.
    • Scott highlights the importance of celebrating industrial professionals and their contributions to solving daily problems.
    • The podcast aims to provide insights into asset management, reliability, and maintenance, encouraging listeners to up their game.
    • Scott mentions the marketing expertise of Industrial Talk, offering services to help industrial professionals amplify their messages and increase revenue.

    Introduction of Eric Thompson and IRISS
    • Scott introduces Eric Thompson, the Global AI OT Solutions Director at IRISS, and highlights Iris's focus on safety, reliability, and sustainability.
    • Eric Thompson's background includes military service, industrial IoT, and contact center as a service, contributing to IRISS' solutions.
    • Scott and Eric discuss Eric's military experience, specifically his service in the Coast Guard, and its impact on his career.
    • Eric provides a brief overview of IRISS' 30-year history in the condition maintenance industry for electrical assets and their transition to digital solutions.

    Overview of E-Sentry Solution
    • Eric explains that E-Sentry is a condition-based monitoring solution for critical electrical assets, combining hardware and software.
    • Iris creates its own sensors and gateways, providing 24/7 condition monitoring for electrical assets.
    • The solution includes software as a service for digitalizing work orders and creating sensors for IR windows.
    • Eric introduces the concept of a smart window, which embeds sensor technology into traditional IR windows, enhancing monitoring capabilities.

    Details of Smart Windows and Sensor Technology
    • Eric describes the smart window's ability to retrofit existing IR windows with sensors, providing real-time monitoring and alerts.
    • The smart window can be used to create work orders automatically based on sensor data, streamlining maintenance processes.
    • Scott and Eric discuss the benefits of the smart window, including improved safety and efficiency in electrical asset maintenance.
    • Eric explains the DTU sensor (Delta Ultrasound Sensor) and its role in retrofitting existing IR windows with sensor technology.

    Cloud vs. On-Premise Data Storage
    • Eric discusses the option of storing data on-premise or in the cloud, addressing concerns about data...
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    33 分
  • Tom Kurtz with Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence
    2025/04/09
    Industrial Talk is onsite at DistribuTech 2025 and talking to Tom Kurtz, Vice President at Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence about "Utility Asset Management Solutions". Scott MacKenzie and Tom Kurtz discuss the importance of asset management in the utility space, highlighting the challenges of tracking and maintaining assets that are not easily visible. They emphasize the need for a comprehensive approach that integrates strategy and execution, leveraging technologies like Hexagon's EAM and network design systems. Kurtz explains how Hexagon's solutions help manage the entire asset life cycle, from maintenance requests to predictive reliability, and stresses the importance of user adoption and data management. They also touch on the benefits of visualizing assets in 3D for better field operations and the role of project portfolio planning in construction and capital investment. Action Items
    • [ ] Reach out to Tom Kurtz on LinkedIn to discuss Hexagon's solutions further.

    Outline Introduction and Welcome to Industrial Talk Podcast
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces the Industrial Talk Podcast, highlighting its focus on industrial professionals and their innovations.
    • Scott MacKenzie mentions the sponsors, Siemens Smart Infrastructure and Grid Software, and encourages listeners to visit siemens.com.
    • The podcast is broadcasting live from Distribute Tech in Dallas, Texas, targeting professionals in the utility space.
    • Scott MacKenzie introduces Tom Kurtz from Hexagon, who is in the "hot seat" to discuss his company and its offerings.

    Tom Kurtz's Initial Impressions and Conference Experience
    • Tom Kurtz expresses his gratitude for the invitation and shares his excitement about the conference.
    • Tom Kurtz describes the diverse range of exhibits at the conference, including trucks, electrical poles, and software.
    • Scott MacKenzie and Tom Kurtz discuss the broad scope of the utility space and the various solutions on display.
    • Tom Kurtz mentions the importance of asset management and its role in strategic planning for utilities.

    Challenges in Asset Management and Regulatory Considerations
    • Scott MacKenzie and Tom Kurtz discuss the challenges of managing assets that are not easily visible, such as transformers.
    • Tom Kurtz shares a customer's perspective on managing the entire life cycle of assets, not just maintaining them.
    • The conversation touches on the importance of proactive and predictive asset management.
    • Tom Kurtz explains the need for a strategic approach to asset management, considering both reliability and risk.

    Strategic vs. Execution in Asset Management
    • Tom Kurtz emphasizes the importance of optimizing strategy and execution in asset management.
    • He explains that companies often struggle with executing strategies effectively.
    • Tom Kurtz suggests that companies should not wait to achieve 100% execution before implementing strategies.
    • The discussion highlights the need for a balanced approach, combining asset performance and maintenance efficiency.

    Change Management and Hexagon's Role
    • Scott MacKenzie raises the issue of change management and the human element in adopting new technologies.
    • Tom Kurtz explains that Hexagon's approach includes recognizing the human aspect and integrating it into the design and deployment process.
    • He stresses the importance of involving business and functional
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    22 分

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