Best Electrical Equipment Company Podcasts (2024)

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Revolutionizing Industrial Manufacturing Through E-Commerce: Maximizing Account Management and Cutting-Edge Technology 26:24

25d ago26:24

26:24

Can modern e-commerce platforms really transform the way industrial manufacturers operate? We unpack the revolutionary impact of e-commerce account management within the industrial sector. You'll discover how these platforms have evolved to meet the multifaceted needs of purchasing, engineering, logistics, and installation. From real-time pricing a…

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Embracing Digitalization: Revolutionizing Customer Engagement in Electrical Distribution 31:22

2M ago31:22

31:22

We're tearing down the old procurement playbook and rewriting rules that foster stronger connections with industrial distributors, through digital toolkits that transform procurement from a support function to a centerpiece of strategic influence. As we wade through this digital tide, the insights shared are bound to redefine your approach to effic…

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Empowering Buyers in the Digital Age: The Future of Industrial Distribution 26:59

3M ago26:59

26:59

Unlock the future of digital procurement with us as we traverse the exciting landscape of industrial distribution's transformation. Experience firsthand how EECO is spearheading innovation by offering self-service platforms that mirror the ease of B2C transactions within the B2B sphere. In this episode, you'll gain unparalleled insight into the thr…

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Unlocking Efficiency and Security in Smart Manufacturing with Managed Network Switches 31:46

4M ago31:46

31:46

Discover the transformative shift that's redefining industrial manufacturing: the ascendancy of managed network switches. We will walk through the cutting-edge intersection of technology and production, where managed switches reign supreme to streamline data flow, bolster efficiency, and dramatically cut downtime. Let's examine the critical nuances…

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From Reactive to Proactive: The Evolution of Industrial Power Monitoring 32:23

5M ago32:23

32:23

Unlock the secrets to operational excellence with a deep dive into the world of power monitoring in industrial manufacturing. We weave through genesis including technology such as chart recorders to the latest sophisticated systems, providing an eye-opening perspective on process health. Discover how the shift from scheduled maintenance to conditio…

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Empowering Industrial Automation with IIoT Solutions 25:12

6M ago25:12

25:12

Embark on a journey through the evolution of industrial automation as we unravel the mysteries of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) on ECO Ask Why. Prepare to trace the lineage of innovation from the days of clunky relays to the sleek, data-driven era of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and sophisticated control system. We're not stoppi…

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The Future of Manufacturing: A Deep Dive into Smart Motor Protection 27:21

7M ago27:21

27:21

What if the key to revolutionizing your manufacturing operations lies in the smart protection of your motors? As industrial leaders seek competitive advantage, embracing smart motor protection is not just about enhancing reliability and longevity of equipment, but also about steering the company's perception towards quality. We introduce you to the…

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Mastering System Design: From Concept to Reality 41:38

8M ago41:38

41:38

Are you ready design systems that make a true impact in industrial manufacturing? In this enlightening episode, we're taking you on a tour from the drawing board to the production line. We're not just drawing blueprints here; we're creating tangible, practical systems that will revolutionize the way you work. We'll be sharing tried and tested strat…

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Unleashing Your Asset Potential with Installed Base Evaluations 35:05

9M ago35:05

35:05

What if you had a detailed list of your assets, helping you to prioritize investments, identify risks, and streamline your path to efficiency? That's what an Installed Base Evaluation (IBE) offers, and we're diving deep into the transformative power of IBEs. We'll explore how knowing exactly what you own can serve as a foundation for effective stra…

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250. Idea - How to Debrief to Win 1:00:12

1+ y ago1:00:12

1:00:12

Debriefing can have a powerful impact on business when done correctly. In this powerful conversation Robert "Cujo" Teschner breaks down the idea behind a debrief and to execute them to achieve significant results. His definition of a debrief is simple and elegant - Debrief is the constructive evaluation of the quality of our decisions and associate…

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249. Idea - How Procurement Serves During Continuous Disruption 48:31

1+ y ago48:31

48:31

Michael Van Keulen does a phenomenal job of breaking down the role of technology in procurement. He has a passion for procurement and believes that best-in-class procurement outcomes depend on three factors: People Process Technology Without the right combination of these three elements, sustainable best-in-class procurement outcomes will not be ac…

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248. Idea - Creating Supply Chain Agility Through Software 59:33

1+ y ago59:33

59:33

In this episode we explore the ways in which software can help create supply chain agility. Ara Surenian discusses the importance of supply chain agility, the role of software in achieving it, and some examples of software solutions that can be used to enhance supply chain agility. Specific areas explored are: What is supply chain agility? Ara expl…

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247. Hero - Bret Lehman, Dir. of Product & Business Dev at PCX Corporation 22:44

1+ y ago22:44

22:44

In the fast paced world of data centers Bret Lehman is changing the game! He shares his incredible journey and how the landscape has changed so much over the last 20 years. Bret gives an inside look at key areas of innovation including: Server design Cooling challenges Workforce attrition Sustainability for the future Bret is on the frontlines of i…

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246. Idea - Inside look at Modular Data Centers 26:24

1+ y ago26:24

26:24

Flexibility, customization and innovation are the heart of the exciting world of modular data centers! In this conversation Michael Hennings and Bret Lehman give an inside look at this evolving technology. As frontline industry leaders they have a perspective that is unparalleled in this space. They share insight around how the technology has chang…

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245. Hero - Michael Hennings, Director Business Development at Hubbell Incorporated 18:48

1+ y ago18:48

18:48

Look for challenges and never be content. That is what drives Michael Hennings and he shares about his amazing journey in this Hero conversation. Michael is the Director of Business Development at Hubbell and is on the front lines of cutting edge technology daily. His career began in distribution and has provided him tremendous opportunities to gro…

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244. Idea - eCommerce Strategy for Manufacturing and Distribution 29:26

1+ y ago29:26

29:26

83% of B2B buyers prefer an e-commerce or digital experience, as opposed to picking up the phone! Let that sink in for a minute. The digital experience for those in manufacturing is here and the businesses that are making the investments now will be the ones carrying the flag in the future. Curt Anderson is the expert in all things eCommerce (he li…

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243. Hero - Jerry Foster, CTO at Plex Systems, Inc. 31:19

1+ y ago31:19

31:19

Being on the front lines of game changing industry solutions is what our hero Jerry Foster lives every day! In this inspirational conversation Jerry unpacks his personal journey through industry and some of his incredible experiences. Working with the best minds of manufacturing puts him in a great position to see the hurdles firsthand and engineer…

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242. Idea - Quality as a Mindset 48:53

1+ y ago48:53

48:53

When quality becomes part of your culture the game changes completely! Anthony Murphy shares how he and the team at PLEX stay focused on building solutions that helps organizations align to achieve amazing results. When everyone is driving in the same direction greatness awaits and the leaders of manufacturing recognize there is tremendous power in…

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241. Hero - Curt Anderson, eCommerce Evangelist for Manufacturers 25:14

1+ y ago25:14

25:14

We need more evangelists for manufacturing! Curt Anderson is one of the most energetic and impactful voices that is ensuring manufacturing get the attention it deserves. He is extremely passionate about helping manufacturers connect with customers through eCommerce solutions and in this epic Hero conversation he shares his amazing story. Curt took …

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240. Idea - Taking the comPLEX out of MES 31:51

1+ y ago31:51

31:51

Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) are impacting factory floors like never before. In this information packed episode we welcome Jerry Foster from Plex to unpack the realities of these powerful solutions. He shares how the need for manufacturers to track and document the transformation of raw materials into finished goods led to an exciting worl…

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239. Special - Happy New Year from EECO Asks Why 21:45

1+ y ago21:45

21:45

Your work environment affects your impact. In this New Year's Special Chris shares a recent idea he implemented with the EECO Asks Why studio that can be utilized wherever you find yourself working. With as much time as we spend at work throughout our careers having pride in your environment is key. Moving forward into the new year think about what…

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238. Special - Merry Christmas from EECO Asks Why 21:36

1+ y ago21:36

21:36

The Christmas season brings lots of opportunities to step away and reflect. One of the benefits of that reflection is the ability to see what is working and what adjustments you should consider in the future. In this Christmas special Chris shares 5 valuable insights he's learned from procurement professionals that have recently come on the show. T…

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237. Idea - Directly Impacting the Industrial Skills Gap 32:01

1+ y ago32:01

32:01

When the worlds of manufacturing and education collide powerful things can happen! That's exactly what Jeremiah Williams is leading at Danville Community College in Danville, Virginia. He is the Directior of Integrated Machining Technology and their program is leading the way in developing some of the strongest machining technicians in industry. Je…

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236. Hero - Alicia Gilpin, Director of Engineering @ Process & Controls Engineering LLC 30:01

1+ y ago30:01

30:01

Our hero Alicia Gilpin is making waves in the industrial automation world. From controls to social media influencer to podcaster her plate stays full. In this fun hero story she unpacks her journey and shares lessons learned along the way. She has an amazing example of how people are coming to her directly for engineering support and the new way sh…

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235. Idea - The New Age of Sourcing 26:55

1+ y ago26:55

26:55

The world of sourcing has changed dramatically. In this information packed conversation Karen Blackburn returns and provides an inside look at the world of professional procurement. Karen covers the areas that matter most in manufacturing including: Sustaining and securing the supply chain What value added services truly matter Creative ways to con…

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234. Hero - Jeremiah Williams, Director of Integrated Machining Technology @ Danville Community College 25:12

1+ y ago25:12

25:12

Some heroes wear capes and others make metal fly! Jeremiah Williams is an absolute hero of industry as he's building the next generation of machining leaders one class at a time. His journey led him to an exciting opportunity at Rolls Royce working with some of the most cutting edge technology available. From there he got a call that would change h…

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233. Thanksgiving Special with Chris Grainger 19:05

1+ y ago19:05

19:05

In this special episode Chris unpacks some of the moments he has been most thankful for since we launched EECO Asks Why. We hope you all have a blessed Thanksgiving and get to celebrate with the ones that mean the most. Women in Engineering/Industry Series: Start of the first series Last episode of the first series (10 in total!) Start of the secon…

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232. Idea - The Future of Control Systems Integration 27:52

1+ y ago27:52

27:52

The world of control system integration is evolving fast! Alicia Gilpin (affectionately known as Ali G) shares insight into this exciting world. As the Director of Engineering at Process and Controls Engineering she is on the frontlines daily and gives a perspective that is quite unique. Ali unpacks many critical areas to consider including: Cybers…

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231. Hero: Karen Blackburn - Materials Manager at Dust Solutions Inc 35:05

1+ y ago35:05

35:05

Submarines, airplanes and supply chain...oh my! In this powerful hero episode Karen Blackburn shares about her amazing journey through manufacturing. Having over 40 years of hands on experience in multiple procurement roles led to a conversation full of wisdom and truth. Karen started out working for a company that manufactured submarines for the U…

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230. Idea: How Industrial Manufacturers can Shift from Lead Gen to Demand Gen 31:27

1+ y ago31:27

31:27

Changing behavior is hard - especially for manufacturing. In this thought provoking idea episode Chris Roche breaks down how those in industry can start the shift from lead generation to demand generation. He does a phenomenal job of explaining the history of lead generation and how it evolved over the years. In the ever changing digital landscape …

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229. Hero: Robert Cooke - Founder and CTO @ 3Forge 38:07

1+ y ago38:07

38:07

"I am addicted to building things" - Robert Cooke Talk about an amazing journey Robert Cooke unpacks how his love of technology at an early age catapulted him into a career that takes him all over the world. As the founder and Chief Technology Officer at 3 Forge he is on the front lines of developing game changing software solutions for many indust…

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228. Idea: Understanding Professional Procurement 21:00

1+ y ago21:00

21:00

The world of professional procurement has changed dramatically. These days the focus has shifted to adding value through the supplier network. Amanda Prochaska is an expert in all things procurement and she gives an in depth review of how the game is now being played. Digital transformation is not just for the manufacturing floor anymore and she sh…

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227. Hero: Ayoka Gay - Agile Office Leader @ Schneider Electric 29:47

1+ y ago29:47

29:47

"I like to connect people to what it is they need so they can accomplish what it is that they set out to do." - Ayoka Gay That quote summarizes the powerful conversation we had with our hero Ayoka Gay. She is driven to serve others and help them understand the many options that exist for the future. Her story is amazing and began at Lockheed Martin…

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226. Idea: OT Priorities & Defense in Depth 28:24

2y ago28:24

28:24

Nothing should get in the way where an operator has to make a decision that could lead them to throwing away a batch of product. Especially when it comes to the OT network. Jonathan Noren breaks down the idea of how OT owners prioritize decision making and the impact that can have on business. He digs deep into the language barrier that exists betw…

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225. Hero: Amanda Prochaska - Founder & Chief Wonder Officer @ Wonder Services 24:30

2y ago24:30

24:30

Does your curiosity lead you to wondering how to make things around you better? Our hero Amanda Prochaska is driven by her personal curiosity and forged an amazing path that she shares in this fun conversation. When Amanda is serving others she is completely in her happy place! She has a passion for procurement and that world has evolved greatly ov…

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224. Idea: How to Accelerate The Manufacturing Process 33:48

2y ago33:48

33:48

Ovens, tomato sauce, crusts, cheeses, meats, veggies and even fruit - these are all components to making an amazing pizza! Knowing how to arrange these items to make perfect pie is a visualization of manufacturing. Now - what if you wanted the best pizza available how do you do it? Prabhjot Singh breaks down how you can analyze the manufacturing pr…

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223. Hero: David Friedman - Founder/CEO at CultureWise 44:30

2y ago44:30

44:30

When you utilize your gifts and talents the impact is huge. David Friedman does that everyday as he loves to teach business leaders how to build amazing cultures. His journey started in the insurance industry and after having incredible success there he found himself with a unique opportunity ahead. He began speaking at Vistage Leadership meetings …

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222. Idea: How to Connect People and Data! 28:12

2y ago28:12

28:12

Data is not a cost - it is an asset! The surge of data available to industrial manufacturing has been moving at an exponential rate. Industrial 4.0, smart manufacturing and IIoT can make the best engineers feel like they are drinking from a fire hydrant. Robert Cooke is on a mission to help people connect with data in a meaningful way. In this thou…

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221. Hero: Christopher Roche - Chief Executive Officer at Catalyst Consulting 28:17

2y ago28:17

28:17

Chris Roche forged an amazing path that started with his love of soccer. Starting back in his elementary days in England he always found himself pursuing an entrepreneurial journey. Since coming to the US he has taken on some incredible challenges and currently is the CEO of Catalyst Consulting. His knowledge of marketing and demand generation put …

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220. Idea: How to Select a NEMA Motor! 18:37

2y ago18:37

18:37

Electric motors are the lifeblood of industry and knowing how to properly select them is critical. It is easy to get overwhelmed if you have never sourced an electric motor before and this conversation will take all the stress away. Mike Rathbun is an expert in all things power related and electric motors is one of his specialties. He shares practi…

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219. Hero: Joe Sullivan - Thinker & Founder @ Gorilla 76 30:44

2y ago30:44

30:44

Joe Sullivan is making a huge impact on the world of manufacturing and it was an honor to have him share his amazing story. He unpacks how his love of marketing led him down several paths that ultimately opened the door to the industrial manufacturing sector. He is helping manufactures amplify their voice and combat the lies that manufacturing is d…

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218. Idea: Interviewing for Success! 42:24

2y ago42:24

42:24

Close your eyes and picture your dream career. What are you doing? Where are you finding joy? While that exercise is fun the reality is that to land that dream job you will need to sharpen your skills around interviewing. In this powerful conversation Vic Parangelo unpacks ten areas that everyone can take, learn and apply that are guaranteed to hel…

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217. Hero - Prabhjot Singh: CEO at Pyze 35:24

2y ago35:24

35:24

Be present in what you are doing and make an impact! That is the approach our hero Prabhjot Singh takes to business and life. He is leading the way as the CEO at Pyze and his passion for helping manufacturers improve their processes is inspirational. Prabhjot shares how the pressure is impacting industry as the markets are more competitive than eve…

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216. Idea: Understanding Friction in the Customer Experience 24:49

2y ago24:49

24:49

The customer experience impacts us all. When you enter a store the journey begins. Everything from how you find the items you are looking for to the actual purchasing process, every step makes an impression on how you evaluate a business. This reins true in the industrial manufacturing sector as well as the markets are more competitive than ever so…

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215. Hero: Alicia Wilson - Deputy General Manager - Operations at Summerville CPW 31:29

2y ago31:29

31:29

Alicia Wilson is leading the way at Summerville CPW and after walking through their amazing case study we had to unpack her journey as a nice cherry on top. She shares with us many of the steps she has taken in her career and even how a Clemson girl can stand strong surrounded by a world of Gamecocks! This was the first time we were able to connect…

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214. Idea: Modernization Case Study Part III - Frankenstein Moment - It's Alive! 32:26

2y ago32:26

32:26

This is the incredible conclusion to Micah Miley and Mike Rathbun's amazing modernization case study. It began by them working together to get their ducks in a row. Then it moved into actual project management which basically meant they were dialed in with each other at all times (this is how trust and friendship is built). In this episode they rev…

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213. Idea: Modernization Case Study Part II - Project Management means bring on the Tums! 26:13

2y ago26:13

26:13

For those that have walked a modernization project from cradle to grave you know success lies in the details and planning. Showing up on gameday doesn't work for a NFL team and neither does success in a project of any size. In part two of this powerful story Micah Miley and Mike Rathbun unpack how they were able to work together to ensure the proje…

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212. Idea: Modernization Case Study Part I - getting the ducks in a row! 29:38

2y ago29:38

29:38

Guests: Micah Miley - Engineer at Summerville CPW Mike Rathbun - Power & Control Solution Architecture Manager at EECO On this episode EECO Asks Why hits the road and goes to plant to talk about modernization. And what better way to do that than to discuss a real life case study with the people who implemented the project. We sit down with Micah Mi…

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211. Hero: Paula Courtney - CEO & President at The Verde Group 26:54

2y ago26:54

26:54

Paula Courtney has an amazing journey that is full of inspiration for others to learn from. As the CEO of Verde Group she is leading the way in improving the customer experience by providing insightful market research consultation services. Paula shares about her entrepreneurial journey and how taking risks was something she always leaned into and …

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210. Idea: What is Energy Intelligence? 33:25

2y ago33:25

33:25

What if you could look at your operations holistically and marry your energy data to the production data? Welcome - you just entered the world of energy intelligence! Natalie Birdwell is leading the way in this sector and helping industrial users everywhere make an impact with the energy they are already consuming. In this conversation Natalie unpa…

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