Episodes

  • Controls lifecycle challenges... and solutions
    Mar 25 2024

    In this episode I discuss the challenges of managing control systems over time – the type of issues, why it matters, and what you can do about it – with my guest, Thaha Nazeemudeen with GE Vernova.

    Topics include examples of problems related to cost management, availability qualified personnel and, of course, obsolescence and cybersecurity.


    Controls Lifecare Services (CLS) | GE Vernova

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    18 mins
  • Advanced Turbine Controls Part 4 - System Reliability
    Nov 13 2023

    This episode is the conclusion of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about System Reliability with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and Load Flexibility.

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    38 mins
  • Advanced Turbine Controls Part 3 – Load Flexibility
    Oct 2 2023

    This episode is part 3 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Load Flexibility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and System Reliability.

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    51 mins
  • Advanced Turbine Controls Part 2 – Combustion Versatility
    Aug 30 2023

    This episode is part 2 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Combustion Versatility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Load Flexibility, and System Reliability.

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    43 mins
  • Advanced Turbine Controls Part 1 – Startup Agility
    Aug 1 2023

    This episode is part 1 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Startup Agility with my guest Bob Bellis. Topics covered include changing role of turbine startup, benefits of fast start and startup assurance, relationship to ancillary services, and considerations for simple cycle vs combined cycle plants.

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    47 mins
  • In Consideration of Controls Service Offerings
    Jun 30 2023

    In this episode I discuss different Control Service Offerings with my guest Robert Lewis. Topics covered include Phone and Remote Support, Site Visits, Preventive Maintenance, Patching, and more.

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    43 mins
  • Lessons Learned from Controls Project Management
    May 30 2023

    In this episode I discuss controls project management and ways you can help your project run more smoothly with my guest Brett Maclaren. Topics include Brett's experience as a nuclear submarine officer, responsibilities of a controls project manager, as well as common challenges and advice for controls projects.

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    46 mins
  • Cogeneration – Maximizing Profits While Reducing Emissions
    Apr 26 2023

    In this episode I discuss ways to maximize profits while reducing emissions in cogeneration operations with my guests, Ben Janvier and Mike Schoof.

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    47 mins