EECO Asks Why Podcast
Episodes
288 episodes
063. Power Series - Arc Flash Study
In this episode Dan Leeman breaks down what an arc flash study (AFS) is and how to use that information to make better decisions in the future to enhance safety and reliability. The AFS takes a holistic look at the entire electrical power...
062. Power Series - Coordination Study
A great way to enhance safety and reliability in an electrical system is by performing a coordination study. In this episode Kareem Josephs explains what a coordination study is and how it can positively impact end users. Pi...
061. Power Series - How close can I get to my electrical gear?
Entering an electrical room can be unsettling for those new to industry. How do you keep yourself safe in these environments? Dan Leeman is an expert in this space and walks thru practical ways you can ensure a safe engagement with ...
060. Power Series - Short Circuit Study
Protecting equipment from unexpected changes in power is key to a safe and reliable system. One of the best ways to ensure a system is properly designed and will manage faults in the most efficient way is to have a short circuit study completed...
059. Season 2 Recap
In this recap episode we look back at the heroes and ideas that made season 2 memorable. Several miniseries were released with the highlight being the first Women in Engineering series. Every hero has a unique and impactful journey that w...
057. Hero - Polo Paredes, North American Channel Manager at Rockwell Automation
Polo Paredes shares his unique and inspiring journey thru his career. He spent time teaching technology and opens up about how he made the transition to Rockwell Automation. Polo wrote out his dreams and constantly found ways to mak...
058. Idea - Prioritizing Technology for Industry 4.0
To simplify Industry 4.0 Brandon Mendoza defines it as: Combining smart connected systems with advanced analytics to enable data driven decisions. Knowing that definition the question remains on how to prioritize technology to truly make ...
056. Idea - What are ANSI and UL Ratings
When it comes to electrical equipment ANSI and UL ratings are important to understand. In this episode Jonathan Fuller walks thru the important areas to know in each and how to ensure you are making the best decision for your situation. T...
055. Hero - Will Gibson, Associate Vice President at AECOM
In this episode our hero Will Gibson shares his journey thru engineering. Will has a passion for learning and helping others. His story started down an electrical path but he found his passion in civil engineering. He speaks t...
054. Industrial Future Series - Closing the Industrial Skills Gap
Workforce attrition is a real problem in industry and Jason Simon is on the frontlines combatting it head on. At AMTEC he works hand in hand with industry professionals and educators to bridge the gap of skilled labor for the industrial w...
053. Industrial Future Series - Manufacturing Perspective
What do you think about when you think “manufacturing”? Maybe you envision an assembly line like Henry Ford invented. Perhaps you think of a monotonous task where you’re standing the same spot doing the same action for eight hours a...
052. Industrial Future Series - S.T.E.M Invent the Change
Jay Flores makes STEM fun! In this conversation Jay unpacks how we all have a responsibility to encourage and support the next generation in their pursuit of knowledge. Jay reveals how engineering "talk" can be confusing and the impact th...
051. Idea - Innovation in Industry
As industry evolves the technologies and solutions being utilized continues to push the limits of innovation. Renee Eddy leads the charge at Eaton and spends her time thinking through the latest problems end users are trying to solve and ...
050. Hero - Alexus Hancock
Alexus Hancock is an outstanding engineer with a personality that makes every room she's in brighter. She speaks to how anyone can accomplish their dreams with the right perspective and attitude. There are many memorable quotes and advice...
049. Idea - How to Safely Rack A Breaker
Let's face it power rooms can be intimidating and rightfully so. There is danger present and if you aren't careful disaster could strike. Knowing how to keep yourself safe in these situations and elevating your level of expertise is...
048. Hero - Matthew Latham, Engineering Manager at Trimm Inc.
Matthew Latham's journey began by serving his country in the Navy. While there, he was inspired to pursue engineering after seeing first hand the impact it can make. He followed his dream and is now Engineering Manager at Trimm Inc....
047. Idea - What the heck is IIoT?
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is evolving by leaps and bounds in industry. The impact to manufacturing is growing and Amos Purdy provides thought provoking items to consider. Amos introduces the idea of the data pyramid and h...
046. Military to Manufacturing - Dustin Rodgers
Dustin Rodgers is one of our heroes and served his country in the Marines. After his service he had a perception about manufacturing that he shares. It wasn't a positive perception but his eyes were opened when he got exposure thru ...
045. Military to Manufacturing - Bee Lo
Bee Lo shares how he decided to join the Navy and the training he was able to complete that aligned to his passion in electronics. From the Navy he knew he wanted to pursue a career in manufacturing but wasn't sure the best way to get there.&nb...
044. Military to Manufacturing - Jackson Henderson
Our first testimonial about the impact of the Academy of Advanced Manufacturing is Jackson Henderson. Jackson served in the Air Force and talked about some of the hurdles he had to overcome transitioning from the military to civilian work...
043. Military to Manufacturing - Academy of Advanced Manufacturing
We love our military heroes and this episode we talk with Mary Burgoon about a program that directly impacts many that serve our great country. The Academy of Advanced Manufacturing was designed to help those that want to make a transition from...
042. Hero - Tim Shope, Director of Digital Transformation at Avid Solutions
Tim Shope is one of our heroes and throughout this conversation you'll quickly see why. He served his country in the Navy and has a tremendous journey that led him to Avid Solutions. Tim is on the front lines helping manufacturing achieve...
041. Idea - Future of Digital Asset Optimization
In manufacturing there are digital and human elements that relate to every machine producing product. As industry evolves, the idea of digitizing assets to optimize plants is becoming more relevant. In this episode, Andrew Hastert does a ...
040. Hero - Joe Barton, IT Plant Site Lead for Merck & Co.
Imagine 20+ years ago, a pharmaceutical facility operating with 8 computers on the entire site. Now imagine the facility of today with an extreme level of connectivity. In this episode, Joe Barton walks us thru the evolution he's experienced as...
039. Security Mini Series - Product Security 101
Megan Samford unpacks the core of product security and addresses why this should be important for everyone to understand in industry. She speaks to the two primary lenses that product security identifies with. Secure development lif...
