Buddy Lee with Mesa Associates
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.
Eric Thompson with IRISS
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.
Tom Kurtz with Hexagon Asset Lifecycle Intelligence
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.
Sue-Ann Prentice with Fluke Reliability
Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Sue-Ann Prentice, CMO at Fluke Reliability about “vibrant culture focused on solutions”.
Scott MacKenzie hosts an industrial podcast from the Xcelerate 2025 event by Fluke Reliability, celebrating industry professionals. Sue-Ann Prentice from Fluke discusses the success of the event, highlighting the energy, collaboration, and innovation among attendees. They discuss the importance of education, collaboration, and innovation in solving industry problems. Sue-Ann emphasizes the role of customer insights in driving innovation and the collective effort with partners to enhance technology. They also touch on the future of AI and machine learning in industrial applications. The conversation concludes with plans for the next Accelerate event and encourages listeners to connect with Fluke Reliability.
Jay Hack with Fluke Reliability
Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2025 and talking to Jay Hack, VP and Global Leader at Fluke Reliability about “Connected Reliability”.
Scott MacKenzie interviews Jay Hack, Vice President and General Manager of Fluke Reliability, at the Accelerate 2025 event in Austin, Texas. Jay discusses Fluke’s comprehensive reliability solutions, emphasizing the importance of transitioning from reactive to proactive maintenance. He highlights the company’s flagship product, E Main, and its role in asset criticality assessments. Jay also mentions the integration of various modalities like vibration and thermography, and the introduction of the ECM portal for centralized condition monitoring. Fluke’s strategy includes increased connectivity among portfolios, significant R&D investment, and strategic partnerships to enhance customer value.
