Powering the Process℠ is a podcast for engineers, plant managers, and operations leaders focused on industrial systems, plant optimization, and manufacturing efficiency. Hosted by ProcessBarron experts, each episode delivers practical insights on material handling, air and gas systems, industrial equipment, and reducing downtime.
Powering the Process ℠
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Powering the Process℠ is a podcast for engineers, plant managers, and operations leaders focused on industrial systems, plant optimization, and manufacturing efficiency. Hosted by ProcessBarron experts, each episode delivers practical insights on material handling, air and gas systems, industrial equipment, and reducing downtime.
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May 12, 2026
Future-Proofing Manufacturing: Why Growing New Talent Matters
<p>In this episode of Powering the Process, host <strong>Jen Little</strong> talks with <strong>Danny Stamps, Plant Manager of the South Shop</strong>, about the growing talent gap in manufacturing and how companies can prepare the next generation of skilled workers.</p><p>They explore how automation supports, not replaces, craftsmanship, the skills future manufacturing professionals need, and how mentorship, apprenticeships, and cross-training are helping develop talent from within.</p><p>Key Takeaways</p><ul><li> Manufacturing faces an aging workforce and a widening skills gap </li><li> Future skills include digital literacy, robotics, automation, and data analysis </li><li> Automation enhances skilled trades rather than replacing them </li><li> Mentorship and cross-training preserve knowledge and accelerate growth </li><li> Apprenticeships and school partnerships create strong talent pipelines </li><li> A positive company culture is key to retention and engagement </li></ul><p>Why Listen</p><p>Hear real success stories of employees growing from entry-level roles into advanced positions and learn how investing in people helps future-proof manufacturing.</p>
April 28, 2026
Fan-tastic Solutions: Inside the Ultimate Fan Experience
<p>Industrial fans are the <strong>heart of heavy industry</strong>, moving massive volumes of air and gas through critical systems in pulp & paper, cement, steel, and energy production. In this episode, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-d-little-9672b8ab/?skipRedirect=true">Jen Little</a> sits down with Mike Piazza, Director of Air Handling at <a href="https://processbarron.com/">ProcessBarron</a>, to explore how industrial fan rotors are engineered, maintained, repaired, and upgraded to keep plants running safely and efficiently.</p><p><br>From <strong>fan failures and preventive maintenance</strong> to <strong>computational modeling and wireless monitoring</strong>, this conversation dives into the real-world engineering and operational challenges behind the massive equipment powering industrial facilities.</p><p>If you work in plant operations, reliability, maintenance, or engineering, this episode delivers practical insights on <strong>reducing downtime, improving efficiency, and extending equipment life.</strong></p><p>What You’ll Learn in This Episode</p><ul><li> Why industrial fans are the “heart” of plant air movement systems </li><li> How improper fan sizing impacts energy costs and system performance </li><li> The real cost of fan failure and forced outages </li><li> How fan rotors are engineered for unique industrial applications </li><li> Common causes of rotor and bearing failures </li><li> The Inspect & Advise process for fan repair and reverse engineering </li><li> How computational modeling improves fan performance and upgrades </li><li> New safety innovations like industrial fan braking systems </li><li> How wireless monitoring is changing the future of reliability</li></ul><p><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li> Fan failures can cost plants <strong>hundreds of thousands per day</strong> in lost production. </li><li> Preventive maintenance is essential to avoid catastrophic outages. </li><li> Modern modeling allows performance upgrades without replacing housings. </li><li> Wireless sensors now provide real-time vibration and temperature alerts. </li><li> Rapid repair and manufacturing capabilities are critical for uptime. </li></ul><p><strong>Who Should Listen</strong></p><p>Plant managers, reliability engineers, maintenance teams, and anyone responsible for industrial equipment performance and uptime.</p><p>Follow Powering the Process for practical insights to <strong>reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and keep your process moving.</strong></p>
April 14, 2026
Pulp & Paper: How ProcessBarron Supports the Industry Behind Everyday Life
<p>In this episode of Powering the Process, we break down the real work behind the pulp and paper industry, one of the most essential sectors in modern manufacturing. From Amazon shipping boxes and packaging to tissue, diapers, labels, and paper products, pulp and paper mills power everyday life more than most people realize.</p><p>Host Jen Little is joined by <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-waite-27696010/">Joe Waite, Vice President of Air Handling and Material Handling Products</a>, to explore how pulp and paper mills operate, the biggest maintenance and efficiency challenges plants face, and how modern upgrades are helping mills stay productive, sustainable, and compliant.</p><p><strong>This episode covers:</strong><br> • How the pulp and paper industry evolved in the digital age<br> • Why containerboard and packaging demand are booming<br> • How power boilers, dust collectors, and fans impact plant efficiency<br> • The hidden cost of particulate and equipment erosion in industrial facilities<br> • A real-world case study that eliminated millions in downtime<br> • Preventive maintenance strategies that reduce shutdown risk<br> • How mills meet environmental regulations and emissions standards<br> • Career advice for engineers and professionals entering industrial manufacturing</p><p>Whether you work in manufacturing, engineering, plant operations, maintenance, or industrial sales, or you’re simply curious about how everyday products are made, this episode delivers practical insights from inside the plant.</p><p>Subscribe to Powering the Process for weekly conversations about industrial manufacturing, plant reliability, process engineering, and real-world solutions that keep production running with <a href="https://processbarron.com/">ProcessBarron's</a> support.</p>
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