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58. Let the Fire Triangle Guide You Home
Eric Johnson emphasizes the importance of understanding the basics of combustion, specifically the fire triangle, which consists of oxygen, heat, and fuel. He explains how these elements interact in the combustion...
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57. Thermal Fluid Explosion at Tyson Foods
Eric Johnson discusses a tragic thermal fluid explosion that occurred at a Tyson Foods plant in Camilla, Georgia, on December 26, 2024. He delves into the details of the incident, the investigation by OSHA, and the...
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56. Building KromAmericas with Chris Gordon
Eric Johnson and Chris Gordon discuss various aspects of flame safety, gas filters, and the combustion industry. They explore the different product lines for flame safeguards, the importance of filtering gas to...
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55. Don't be the Hero with Marty Toth
This conversation is about the journey of Marty Toth into the boiler industry, and the importance of safety and inspections in boiler operations. They explore the role of the National Board and ASME, the dangers of...
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54. Building an Australian Boiler Service Company with Jeff Watts
Jeff Watts shares his extensive experience in the boiler industry in Australia, discussing his journey from a technician to a business owner. He highlights the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, including...
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53. Invest in Yourself with Matt LeGault
Matt Legault, a service technicians with 18 years of experience shares his extensiveĀ knowledge in the boiler industry, discussing the challenges of O2 trim systems, the importance of hands-on training, and the need...
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52. Stop Blaming the Training Boogeyman
Eric discusses the importance of training and self-reliance in the boiler industry. He emphasizes the need for technicians to be resourceful and proactive in problem-solving, rather than relying solely on training or...
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51. Industrial Burner Controls with Scott Fogle
This conversation explores the dynamics of year-end business productivity, the role of SCC as a separate entity from Siemens in the combustion technology sector, and the importance of training and support in adopting...
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50. Trying is Optional, Failure is Required
Eric Johnson discusses the importance of trying and taking initiative in the skilled trades. He emphasizes that failure is a necessary part of growth and that individuals must actively seek to improve their skills and...
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49. Do it Right the First Time with Roy Voorberg
This conversation explores the extensive journey of Roy Voorberg in the boiler industry, detailing his early experiences, career development, and the technical challenges he faced. Roy shares insights into the...
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48. Why Hands On Training is a Waste of Time
Eric discusses the inefficiencies of hands-on training in the boiler industry and emphasizes the importance of structured training programs. He introduces Bloom's Taxonomy as a framework for understanding the levels...
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47. Importance of Proper Boiler Layup with Scott Bryan
In this conversation, Scott Bryan fromĀ Cortec CorporationĀ discusses the importance of water treatment in preventing boiler damage and the innovative products offered by Cortec, including the Boiler Lizard. He explains...
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