A podcast more focused on industrial fire departments and industrial hazmat response. From discussing interesting calls, to talking about equipment, to touching on distinctly corporate aspects of the job, the Industrial Strength team delves into different aspects of working within an industrial hazmat team. Through these podcasts the team endeavors to shed more light on what’s often an overlooked part of the public safety sector for other industry insiders as well as visitors from municipal teams.
Industrial Strength Podcast
Claim This Podcastby Industrial Strength Podcast
5.0(3 reviews)
40 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇺🇸
22
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality19
Social0
YouTube66
Engagement0
Podcast Overview
A podcast more focused on industrial fire departments and industrial hazmat response. From discussing interesting calls, to talking about equipment, to touching on distinctly corporate aspects of the job, the Industrial Strength team delves into different aspects of working within an industrial hazmat team. Through these podcasts the team endeavors to shed more light on what’s often an overlooked part of the public safety sector for other industry insiders as well as visitors from municipal teams.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
12/8/2024
Unlock The Full Podcast Authority Score Report
See how your podcast performs across key metrics
22
Podcast Authority
BetaPoorBased on show quality, social media presence, reviews, charts, and more
Quality19
Social0
YouTube66
Engagement0
5
Excellent Areas
3
Good Performance
11
Growth Opportunities
excellent
Episode Length
37 minutes
Performing excellently!
good
Publishing Consistency
Every 13 days
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
poor
Episode Thumbnails
Recommendations available
Unlock the full report to see detailed tips
+16 More Metrics
Unlock comprehensive insights including:
- • YouTube presence analysis
- • Social media reach metrics
- • RSS compliance scoring
- • Podcast 2.0 features
- • Technical standards
What's Included in Your Full Report
Detailed Analytics
- Complete breakdown of all 19 authority metrics
- Personalized recommendations for each metric
- Industry benchmarks and comparisons
- Technical RSS feed analysis and compliance scoring
Growth Strategies
- Step-by-step action plans for improvement
- Quick wins to boost your score immediately
- Pro tips from successful podcasters
Get your free podcast insights report
See how your show performs across every key metric
Instant delivery
No spam
Attract Better Guests
High authority scores make your podcast more attractive to industry leaders and influencers who want to appear on credible shows.
Secure Sponsorships
Sponsors look for podcasts with proven authority and engagement. Your score demonstrates your podcast's value to potential partners.
Grow Your Audience
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses helps you make data-driven decisions to expand your listener base effectively.
1 verified contact email on file for Industrial Strength Podcast
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
May 25, 2026
IS040 - Pyrophoric and reactive materials
<p>0:30 – 1:43 | Welcome Back and Part Two Setup</p><p>The hosts welcome returning guest Steve and joke about the challenge of saying the podcast name. Randy frames this as a continuation of the previous discussion on pyrophoric sanitary/materials, noting how rare and specialized this field is.</p><p><br /></p><p>1:43 – 3:47 | Pyrophorics in Semiconductor Manufacturing</p><p>Steve explains how pyrophoric and hydrogen-based gases such as silane and arsine are used in semiconductor production. The group discusses wafer etching, polishing, high-temperature baking, and the role of silane-based materials in creating coatings on computer chips.</p><p><br /></p><p>3:47 – 6:54 | Transportation of Pyrophoric Materials</p><p>The discussion shifts from the industrial site to transportation. Steve explains that these materials arrive by truck rather than rail, often in specialized trailers with venting features such as vinyl tarp-style sides. The group compares truck delivery to mixed-modal transport and railcar offloading hazards.</p><p><br /></p><p>6:54 – 9:28 | Sketchy Containers and Handwritten Labels</p><p>The group discusses an abandoned container situation involving confusing or handwritten chemical labeling, including references to trichlorosilane and dichlorosilane. Steve explains how chemistry knowledge helped guide risk assessment and disposal decisions.</p><p><br /></p><p>9:28 – 11:07 | Industrial Familiarity vs. Outside Response</p><p>The team compares how industrial responders and outside responders perceive high-hazard chemicals. Industrial teams may be more comfortable because they understand the materials, while outside responders may face uncertainty when arriving without process knowledge.</p><p>11:08 – 13:57 | Metering, Leak Detection, and Acoustic Imaging</p><p>The conversation turns to detecting leaks from compressed gas systems. Steve discusses the usefulness of thermal imaging and mentions acoustic leak detection technology that can visually identify gas flow.</p><p><br /></p><p>14:08 – 16:18 | Hydrogen Hazards and Stack Fires</p><p>The group talks about hydrogen use at industrial sites, including semi-trailer delivery and stack fires. Steve explains that hydrogen may burn with a hard-to-see flame, especially during daytime, making thermal imaging critical.</p><p><br /></p><p>16:18 – 18:57 | Green Hydrogen, Forklifts, and False CO Calls</p><p>Steve describes growing use of hydrogen forklifts and on-site hydrogen generation through electrolysis. The team discusses incidents where fire departments responded to carbon monoxide detector activations that were actually related to hydrogen cross-sensitivity or hydrogen off-gassing.</p><p><br /></p><p>19:16 – 22:07 | Meter Training and Responder Intimidation</p><p>The hosts discuss how meters can intimidate responders, especially when devices have multiple modes, unclear buttons, or different behaviors across brands. Steve emphasizes that responders must understand digital readings and thresholds rather than simply waiting for alarms.</p><p>22:08 – 25:19 | Buying Better Equipment and Justifying the Cost</p><p>The group talks about the challenge of getting organizations to fund better detection equipment, including Raman, FTIR, and PID devices. They discuss how shared use across departments can help justify the cost.</p><p><br /></p><p>25:20 – 28:21 | PID Lamps, Correction Factors, and Field Usability</p><p>The discussion gets into technical details around PID lamps, including 10.6 eV and 11.7 eV lamps, lamp lifespan, moisture protection, correction factors, and cheat sheets.</p><p><br /></p><p>28:21 – 29:38 | Cold Weather, Vapor Behavior, and Equipment Limits</p><p>The team discusses cold-weather response, including reduced vapor pressure, shrinking metal O-rings, gasket selection, and the importance of using manufacturer-approved parts to avoid liability.</p><p><br /></p><p>29:39 – 32:26 | Wrap-Up and Tease for Part Three</p><p>The hosts agree that the conversation deserves a third episode. They plan to let guest Steve ask more questions about the hosts’ industrial world and tease a future discussion about an unusual tote.</p>
May 11, 2026
IS039: Ammonia
<p>Episode Summary</p><p>Randy, Jeff, and Steve talk through the hazards and response considerations for ammonia, especially in industrial settings. They cover common uses like refrigeration, fertilizer, chemical manufacturing, wastewater treatment, and leak detection, then move into exposure symptoms, monitoring, PPE, decon, and tactical priorities.</p><p>Key Topics</p><p>Ammonia basics</p><p>Ammonia is common in household products, but industrial concentrations are a very different hazard. The crew discusses its sharp odor, behavior as a gas, and how cold releases can form visible clouds.</p><p>Industrial uses</p><p>The episode highlights ammonia in refrigeration systems, fertilizer applications, chemical manufacturing, wastewater treatment, and leak testing.</p><p>Health hazards</p><p>Exposure can cause eye and throat irritation, coughing, breathing difficulty, skin burns, lung damage, pulmonary edema, and potentially death in severe cases.</p><p>Detection and monitoring</p><p>The hosts discuss odor detection, four-gas meters, ammonia-specific sensors, and their experience using RKI meters with ammonia detection capability.</p><p>Response considerations</p><p>The crew covers scene size-up, wind direction, evacuation, HVAC shutdown, PPE selection, flammability concerns, and manpower challenges during the first few minutes of an incident.</p><p>Decon</p><p>Forced-air ventilation may work for vapor contamination, while water decon may be appropriate depending on concentration and runoff control needs.</p><p>Contact</p><p>Questions or feedback: industrialstrength@thehazmatguys.com</p><p>Hazmat harder.</p><p><br></p>
April 27, 2026
IS038: Everything That’s Old Is New Again
<p>Overview</p><p>In this episode, Randy, Jeff, and Steve dive into a rediscovered gem in the hazmat world: the Hazmat IQ system. What started as a nostalgic revisit quickly turns into a practical discussion on how this tool simplifies chemical size-up, enhances decision-making, and supports responders across all certification levels. From laminated cards to a revived mobile app, the crew explores why this “old” system still holds serious value today.</p><p><br></p><p>Segment Breakdown & Timestamps</p><p> (0:31 – 1:31) — Welcome & Episode Setup</p><p>• Introduction to hosts: Randy, Jeff, and Steve</p><p>• Light humor and team dynamics</p><p>• Tease of a “different” and exciting topic</p><p><br></p><p> (1:32 – 4:43) — The Return of Hazmat IQ</p><p>• Randy introduces Hazmat IQ as a chemical size-up tool</p><p>• Background: laminated cards → mobile app → disappearance → return</p><p>• Emotional attachment to the tool and its usefulness in the field</p><p><br></p><p> (4:43 – 7:14) — Why Hazmat IQ Works</p><p>• Focus on pattern recognition over memorization</p><p>• Simplified flowcharts based on:</p><p>o Physical state (solid/liquid/gas)</p><p>o Chemical properties (flammable, oxidizer, reactive)</p><p>• Removes need for deep chemistry knowledge</p><p><br></p><p> (7:14 – 10:15) — Tailored for All Skill Levels</p><p>• App now adapts to certification levels:</p><p>o Awareness</p><p>o Operations</p><p>o Technician</p><p>• Makes it accessible for:</p><p>o Municipal departments</p><p>o Industrial teams</p><p>o Mixed-experience crews</p><p><br></p><p>(10:33 – 12:07) — Real-World Application</p><p>• Comparing simple spills (diesel) vs. complex chemicals</p><p>• Even experienced chemists benefit from structured guidance</p><p>• Helps determine:</p><p>o PPE</p><p>o Isolation distances</p><p>o Monitoring equipment</p><p><br></p><p>(12:09 – 15:14) — Training & Skill Development</p><p>• Used for:</p><p>o Tabletop drills</p><p>o Solo practice</p><p>o Scenario-based learning</p><p>• Integration with training videos (YouTube-style learning)</p><p>• Builds confidence for first-arriving officers</p><p><br></p><p>(17:24 – 18:32) — Key Concept: “Above the Line / Below the Line”</p><p>• Based on vapor pressure behavior</p><p>• Determines:</p><p>o How chemicals travel</p><p>o Exposure risk</p><p>o Operational approach</p><p><br></p><p>(19:05 – 20:48) — Simplifying Complexity</p><p>• Hazmat IQ compared to a user-friendly periodic table</p><p>• Emphasis on:</p><p>o Chemical families</p><p>o Predictable behaviors</p><p>• “Keep it simple” philosophy</p><p><br></p><p>(21:06 – 21:48) — Limitations & Training Importance</p><p>• System is powerful but not foolproof</p><p>• Misunderstanding inputs can lead to wrong outputs</p><p>• Reinforces need for formal training</p><p><br></p><p>(22:24 – 24:36) — Offline Capability = Big Advantage</p><p>• Works without internet connection</p><p>• Critical for:</p><p>o Industrial facilities</p><p>o Remote locations</p><p>o Disaster scenarios</p><p><br></p><p>(24:41 – 27:07) — Final Thoughts & Recommendations</p><p>• Strong endorsement from hosts</p><p>• Available on phones and tablets</p><p>• Encouragement to explore and practice</p><p><br></p><p>(27:57 – 29:16) — Listener Engagement & Wrap-Up</p><p>• Call for feedback and discussion</p><p>• Contact info shared</p><p>• Tease for future guest episode</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaways</p><p>• Hazmat IQ simplifies complex chemistry into actionable decision-making tools</p><p>• Focuses on patterns, properties, and behavior, not equations</p><p>• Adaptable for all responder levels</p><p>• Works offline, making it reliable in critical environments</p><p>• Best used as a support tool, not a replacement for training</p>
40 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Industrial Strength Podcast
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Industrial Strength Podcast?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.