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If you work with controls in power generation as an Operator, Engineer, Maintenance Person, or Plant Manager, this podcast is for you. Our focus is on answering real questions and solving real problems with real controls experts. We cover topics such as unit startup issues, alarm rationalization, loop tuning, instrumentation calibration, various system overviews, component breakdowns, and much more. ** Voted one of the Top 20 Instrumentation Podcasts of 2021 ** If you have questions or ideas for a topic, please message me on LinkedIn or at: [email protected]

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Advanced Turbine Controls Part 4 - System Reliability

2023/11/13

This episode is the conclusion of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about System Reliability with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and Load Flexibility.

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 3 – Load Flexibility

2023/10/02

This episode is part 3 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Load Flexibility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and System Reliability.

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 2 – Combustion Versatility

2023/08/30

This episode is part 2 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Combustion Versatility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Load Flexibility, and System Reliability.

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 1 – Startup Agility

2023/08/01

This episode is part 1 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Startup Agility with my guest Bob Bellis. Topics covered include changing role of turbine startup, benefits of fast start and startup assurance, relationship to ancillary services, and considerations for simple cycle vs combined cycle plants.

In Consideration of Controls Service Offerings

2023/06/30

In this episode I discuss different Control Service Offerings with my guest Robert Lewis. Topics covered include Phone and Remote Support, Site Visits, Preventive Maintenance, Patching, and more.

Lessons Learned from Controls Project Management

2023/05/30

In this episode I discuss controls project management and ways you can help your project run more smoothly with my guest Brett Maclaren. Topics include Brett's experience as a nuclear submarine officer, responsibilities of a controls project manager, as well as common challenges and advice for controls projects.

Cogeneration – Maximizing Profits While Reducing Emissions

2023/04/26

In this episode I discuss ways to maximize profits while reducing emissions in cogeneration operations with my guests, Ben Janvier and Mike Schoof.

Parts Management Strategies to Mitigate Operational Risks

2023/03/17

In this episode I discuss how parts management can reduce your operational risks with my guest, Brad Shochat. Topics covered include cost vs risk tradeoffs, on site spares and alternatives, non-new electronics options, cybersecurity for parts, and more.

Generator Control & Protection: What’s the Difference?

2023/02/10

In this episode I discuss Generator Control and Protection – what’s the difference, how a generator works at a high level, the different methods of protecting equipment and personnel, and what operators need to be watching out for with my guest, Chris Eckert.

Surge Phenomena on Centrifugal Compressors

2023/01/13

In this episode I discuss surge phenomena on centrifugal compressors with my guest, Sangram Ghanto. Sangram explains what surge phenomena is, its potential impacts, how it happens, how to protect against it, and what to look for when choosing your compressor control system.

Overspeed Protection - What's the Big Deal?

2022/12/20

In this episode I discuss overspeed protection – what it is, why you should care, and what you can do about it – with my guest, Steve Foss. Topics include examples of problems related to overspeed and their impacts, recommendations for implementing overspeed protection, and other important factors.

Nuclear Energy Part 4 – Fusion is Fun!

2022/11/08

This is the final episode of a 4-part series on nuclear energy with my guest Paul Rix. In this episode we discuss Fusion – its history, challenges, and current status. We even get to hear what it sounds like. We end with a summary of the key points from the overall series. You won’t want to miss this exciting conclusion!