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Welcome to Gear Talk, the podcast that connects maintenance & reliability professionals with reliable information, insights, and experts, enabling them to accomplish their goals more effectively, efficiently and enthusiastically. Join Wes Cash each month as he talks shop with industry experts, thought leaders, and the folks in the trenches keeping industry moving.
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In this episode of Gear Talk, we dive deep into the world of maintenance and reliability with our special guest, Brian Brzinski, founder of AMSS Advanced Management Systems & Services, Inc. With over 25 years in maintenance and reliability and over 30 years in manufacturing, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. Brian has seen it all, …
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Wes Cash welcomes industry veteran Jerry Putt to Gear Talk for an in-depth discussion on the evolution of technical skills and onboarding in today's industrial landscape. With 39 years at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and 13 years at Noria, Jerry brings a wealth of knowledge and experience. Join Wes and Jerry as they cover: • Jerry's global experi…
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Join Wes as he speaks with Jody Parsons. Jody is a leadership development coach and will be talking about how you can effectively lead during changes with your reliability and lubrication programs within your organization. Find out ways to strengthen employee engagement and change the status quo. Leaders ask questions to gather information and work…
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In our latest episode, join Wes as we dive deep into the heart of NASCAR racing with tribologist Lake Speed Jr. Discover the critical role of tribology in the racing world and how it's not just about the car but the science behind it that leads to victory. From the intricate process of applying tribological principles to race cars to the complex ch…
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The lubrication industry is at a critical juncture. As seasoned professionals retire, there's a noticeable void in technical expertise not staying within the facilities. In this episode, Wes sits down with Lubrication Expert Rafe Britton for an in-depth discussion on staffing issues in the lubrication industry. Join them as they shed light on the h…
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In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes sits down with Jeff Walkup, FluidLife's vice president of sales and marketing, to discuss leadership lessons in lubrication. As an industry veteran, Jeff is passionate about the impact of leadership on maintenance and reliability teams and how it drives innovation and excellence in facilities. Whether you're on the…
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In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes sits down with Charli K. Matthews, CEO and founder of Empowering Brands, and a passionate advocate for empowering teams. Charli believes in the power of psychological safety — a place where speaking up, taking responsibility, and proactive action are not just encouraged but celebrated. Join Wes and Charli as they d…
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In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes sits down with Paul Farless, an industrial service technician with Noria, to discuss getting buy-in for change. One of Paul's passions is preaching change and awareness within facilities to cultivate long-term success and sustainability. Whether you're part of a large, seasoned team or a smaller unit, getting buy-i…
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In this episode, Wes sits down with Jeremy Drury, a leading expert in IoT, to explore its impact on the maintenance and reliability world. IoT has been hyped up for a while now, and thanks to Jeremy, we're getting some practical information on where to start with IoT, what's realistic for the industry, and what the future of reliability looks like.…
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In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes sits down with Jeremie Edwards, an MLE-certified technical consultant with Noria, to discuss operator-driven reliability. When it comes to this topic, many people try to implement operator-driven reliability, but they may not know how to do this or even where to start. Join Wes and Jeremie as they dive into the top…
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In this episode, Wes is joined by Greg Christensen, host of CMMSradio, for an in-depth discussion on all things CMMS. The episode covers Greg's background, how he began his podcast, and guidance for considering a CMMS and cutting through the noise to choose the right one.By Noria Corporation
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In this episode, Dr. John Ross with Maintenance Innovators joins Wes to discuss a topic commonly overlooked in the industry — the role of the storeroom in reliability. Join Wes and John as they chat about this crucial topic that plays a vital role in a facility's lubrication program and its overall reliability strategy.…
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In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes is joined by Daniel Rader, Reliability Engineer at L3Harris Technologies, to discuss the proactive side of reliability and how we design reliability into our systems and into our machines.By Noria Corporation
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In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes is joined by Scott Furman, Reliability Coordinator at the City of Tulsa, to discuss the growing need for reliability in public utilities, how tough it can be to sell the need for public utility reliability and what the City of Tulsa is doing in this space.By Noria Corporation
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In this episode, Wes is joined by industrial lubrication visionary Jim Fitch. Jim is the founder of Noria Corporation and has been a thought leader for decades within the fields of machinery lubrication, oil analysis and reliability. Wes and Jim discuss the history behind the company, how Jim has watched the field of industrial lubrication evolve a…
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In this episode, Wes sits down with Amy Moore, the Dean of Academic Affairs for a local trade school here in Tulsa. Wes and Amy discuss the state of the trades in 2023, and why choosing a trade instead of a college degree might make sense. As someone with both extensive in-the-trenches experience in the trades and a post-graduate degree (she's curr…
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In this inaugural episode of Gear Talk, Wes sits down with Noria's Chief Strategy Officer Bennett Fitch. Bennett has extensive experience in industrial lubrication and oil analysis and as the son of Noria founder Jim Fitch, has been immersed in this culture from a young age. Wes and Bennett discuss what an innovative lubrication program looks like …
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