Mina Soliman with IRISS
Industrial Talk is talking to Mina Soliman, Training Manager at IRISS about “Operational-Driven Safety and Reliability (ODSR) Mindset”.
Scott Mackenzie from Industrial Talk discusses the importance of safety and reliability in industrial maintenance with Mina Soliman, Training Manager at IRISS. IRISS offers patented infrared and ultrasonic inspection windows for safe, early detection of equipment issues. Soliman emphasizes the need for a holistic strategy called ODSR (Operational Driven Safety and Reliability) to involve operational teams in condition monitoring. He highlights the “Cassandra curse” in asset management, where data is available but not acted upon due to communication and knowledge gaps. Soliman also stresses the importance of continuous training and knowledge retention to bridge the gap between experienced workers and the younger generation.
Blake Biernacki and Mike Antosh with ProLytX
Industrial Talk is onsite at Octave Live and talking to Mike Antosh and Blake Biernacki at ProLytX about “Streamlining information insights and collection”.
The conversation highlights the importance of the Barcelona Cybersecurity Congress from November 3-5, 2023, and the Industrial Talk podcast with Scott Mackenzie. Mike and Blake from ProLytX, a system integrator with 25 years of experience, discuss their focus on Octave’s design pillar, including 3D modeling, PNIDs, and wiring diagrams. They emphasize the need for a centralized, trusted data source and a supportive culture to maintain data integrity. They also discuss the potential positive impact of AI on their business, enabling faster information retrieval. The conversation underscores the importance of people and culture in driving technological success.
Jim Krochune with APM Steam
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2026 and talking to James Krochune, National Healthcare Leader with APM Steam about “Optimizing steam systems”.
Scott Mackenzie from Industrial Talk interviews Jim Krochune from APM Steam at the SMRP 33 conference in Dallas-Fort Worth. Jim discusses the importance of steam in industrial processes and the challenges in transferring knowledge to younger generations. APM Steam specializes in steam and energy efficiency, focusing on steam trap surveys, heat exchanger cleaning, and pressure reducing valve (PRV) installations. Jim highlights significant energy savings, with payback periods ranging from six to nine months, and shares a case where a hospital saved $180,000 annually by fixing a steam trap issue. APM Steam’s unbiased approach and skilled technicians are key to their success.
Greg Christensen with CMMS Radio
Industrial Talk is onsite at SMRP 2026 and talking to Greg Christensen, Founder and Host of CMMS Radio about “The State of technology and asset management”.
Scott Mackenzie and Greg Christensen discuss the importance of effective asset management and the role of technology in enhancing operational efficiency. They highlight the significance of real-world insights and practical applications over flashy technology. Greg mentions the upcoming SMRP event, where he will be interviewing industry experts like Crister and discussing multi-site CMMS solutions with Gregory Perry from eMaint. They emphasize the need for proper planning, training, and continuous use of CMMS systems. Greg also promotes his podcast, CMMS Radio, as a valuable resource for industry professionals seeking practical advice and insights.
Nasarg Shah with Martinrea International
Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2026 and talking to Nisarg Shah, Maintenance/Planner Engineer at Martinrea International about “eMaint platform deployment”.
Nisarg Shah, a maintenance planner at Martinrea, discussed his experiences with Fluke’s eMaint software at the Xcelerate 2026 event. Initially, the challenge was getting employees to use tablets for data entry. Nisarg overcame this by daily encouragement and teaching. The next challenge was integrating eMaint with the existing email system to automate data collection. They now focus on pulling data directly from PLCs, including temperature readings and cycle counts. Nisarg highlighted the benefits of meter-based PM, which significantly reduced breakdowns. He also mentioned using acoustic imaging for leak detection, saving money on maintenance.