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372 RO: The Industrial Workhorse - Maximizing Efficiency and Longevity of Reverse Osmosis Systems

12 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our lab partner today is Jed Harris, owner of Puretec Industrial Water with over 25 years of experience in the water industry, to delve into the world...

371 Media's Role in Elections: Insights on Accuracy, Bias, and Influence with Scott Slade

05 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"If you're calling it news. It has to be true." - Scott Slade In our latest episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, host Trace Blackmore sits down wit...

370 Unlocking Legionella Solutions: Perspectives on Regulations and Best Practices

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Be curious, maintain an open mind, and maintain your high standards." - Lee Bainbrigge Our water treatment community is a close-knit brotherhood and ...

369 Mastering New Business: A Sales Journey

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Sales is never a quick process. The only way you can have a lasting sales relationship is to be honest, have a positive attitude, and hustle." - Fred...

368 Adapting to the New Workforce: Attracting Top Talent

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're excited to bring you insights from a recent interview with Tim Fulton, President of Small Business Matters, Vistage Chair Emeritus, and Executiv...

367 Smart Solutions: How Solid Chemistry Can Transform Your Business

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looking to maximize efficiency while minimizing shipping costs? Keen on shrinking your company's and clients' carbon footprint? Concerned about the co...

366 Produced Water: Expert Perspectives and Practical Tips

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Get ready to dive headfirst into the dynamic world of Produced Water as we kick off our inaugural episode dedicated to this captivating topic on the S...

365 AI Essentials: Beth Ziesenis Shares Must-Know Tips

24 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

AI won't take your job but knowing how to use it will give you an edge over others who don't.  - Beth Ziesenis Hello Scaling UP! H2O community! We ha...

364 Water Abundance: A Global Perspective on Water Technology and Treatment Options

17 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have the technology to treat any type of water, so instead of focusing on 'water scarcity,' let's talk about 'water abundance'. - Walid Khoury In t...

363 Pricing Boost: Get Paid Well For Your Excellence

10 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Dogs and prospects can smell fear." - Casey Brown Are you struggling with pricing your products and services confidently? Do you fear presenting pro...

362 Navigating 97-005: Insights and Impacts on Potable Water

03 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Achieving a well with reliable water quality and supply requires a significant amount of effort and work" - Mike Taraszki In this engaging episode o...

361 Scaling UP! Your Testing: Answering Listener Questions About Water Testing

26 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"I have never regretted having too much data when collecting a sample." - Trace Blackmore In this insightful episode of Scaling UP! H2O, join your hos...

360 Unlocking Profitable Sustainability: Winning RFPs and Making a Positive Impact

19 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ready to uncover how to win RFPs, boost profits, and make a tangible positive impact – all while championing sustainability in your industry? Discov...

359 Visualizing Success: The Power of Creativity and Problem-Solving in Water Treatment

12 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Visualization helps water professionals better understand equipment, processes, and problem-solving techniques Often, as water professionals, we breez...

358 Safety First: Practical Tips, Big Results in Water Treatment

05 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that integrating safety practices into your organization's culture can lead to significant improvements in employee engagement and overal...

357 Essential Leadership Skills for Water Professionals: A Guide by Dr. Andrew Temte

29 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How does a high school dropout go on to earn a Ph.D. from the University Of Iowa and become the host of one of Apple Podcast's Top 15 shows on Managem...

356 Unlocking the Future: Collaborative Water Management

22 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Collaborate strategically, embrace AI innovations, and champion data access, and scale up your knowledge to conquer industry challenges. - Dragan Savi...

355 Backflow Prevention: Safeguarding Water Quality

15 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Why is the water weirdly blue? Why does it smell bad? Why does it taste bad? The culprit is frequently Backflow." - Kalpna Solanki Delve into the my...

354 Steam Boilers: Essential Checks, Part 2

08 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Don't shortcut boiler safety. Do it once, do it right, and don't put your life or someone else's life at risk." - Barry Higgins Happy days are here a...

353 Steam Boilers: Essential Checks, Part 1

01 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"It's my nature, I want to help people and solve their problems." - Barry Higgins Happy days! We're excited to welcome industry expert Barry Higgins o...

352 Scaling UP! Your Cash Flow

23 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Like you, we all want our water business to be profitable.  Embark on a journey to make your water business not just successful, but wildly profitabl...

351 Maximizing Water's Potential: Tech and Water Treaters in Perfect Harmony

16 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Pre-treatment is the key to everything." - Dr. Kelle Zeiher Learn about the profound impact of cutting-edge technology on the realm of industrial wat...

350 Polymer Perspectives: Understanding Copolymer Innovations in Water Treatment

09 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another enriching episode of "Scaling UP! H2O," your go-to education podcast created by and for water professionals. Join us as we learn to...

349 Defying Fouling Challenges: A New Frontier in Industrial Wastewater Solutions

02 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Traditionally, the Achilles' heel of using membrane technology with wastewater, especially industrial wastewater, is the irreversible loss of perform...

348 Credentials and Codes: Plumbing Strategies Against Legionella

26 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Credentials have been one of the most important ways to help promote public health and safety and prevent disease, dismemberment, or death." - Christ...

347 Ripple Effect: How Utah's Water Strategies Impact Us All

19 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"With water, everybody loses or everybody wins." - Emily Lewis Embark on a transformative journey into the intricate world of water management with Em...

346 Revolutionizing Legionella Management: A 2024 Kickoff Special

12 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a groundbreaking episode of Scaling UP! H2O, where we delve into the innovative world of Legionella pneumophila management in evaporative c...

345 Scaling UP! Relationships: Navigating the Waters of Connection

05 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this special episode of Scaling UP! H2O, your host Trace Blackmore takes a detour from our usual industrial water treatment discussions to delve in...

344 Toasting Triumphs: Reflecting on A Year of Water Wisdom

29 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we bid farewell to 2023, let's come together for a joyful celebration on the Scaling UP! H2O podcast with your host, Trace Blackmore, in this speci...

343 Master Water Marketing with Adam Tank

22 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the world of water professionals with a seasoned thought leader, Adam Tank, co-founder of Transcend, as he guides you through the maze of ma...

342 Beyond Compliance: Empowering Water Experts with In-Depth ELG Insight

15 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we delve into the intricacies of the Steam Electric Generation Effluent Limitation Guidelines (ELG...

341 Guarding Against Legionella: The Hidden Dangers of Dead Legs in Water Systems

08 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tune in as lab partner Richard Philip Beckett, Global OEM Relationship Manager at Global Water Solutions,  delves into the critical realm of water tr...

340 Pinks and Blues: Alkalinity, Part 2

01 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another insightful episode of Scaling UP! H2O, the podcast created exclusively for industrial water treaters. In this episode, our knowledg...

339 Jane Kucera's Reverse Osmosis Masterclass

22 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Oh Boy! We are scaling up our Reverse Osmosis knowledge with expert guest Jane Kucera, the brilliant mind behind the book "Reverse Osmosis" and the Se...

338 The PFAS Playbook: Essential Knowledge for Water Professionals

17 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to 'The PFAS Playbook: Essential Knowledge for Water Pros,' where we embark on an illuminating journey into the world of PFAS with our knowled...

337 Bursting Nanobubble Myths

10 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the bubbly world of water treatment, we're about to burst some myths and unveil the incredible power of Nanobubbles. Join us as we chat with John C...

336 Innovations in Sunflower Oil Wastewater Solutions

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sunflower oil wastewater can be a real challenge for water treaters. Explore innovative solutions to the complex problem of oil wastewater treatment i...

335 Pinks and Blues: Enhanced Chiller Tubes

27 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Scaling Up H2O, the podcast that empowers water treatment professionals like you to level up their knowledge and systems. I'm your host, Tr...

334 Inventory Intelligence: Enhancing Profitability through Smart Decisions

20 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we are scaling up our knowledge of supply chain management and small business resilience with our special guest, Dave Fitzgerald. Dave, who ove...

333 The Hidden Threat: Cybersecurity in Water Treatment

13 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Water treatment is not just a crucial element of our infrastructure; it's the very foundation of clean, safe drinking water for our communities. Imagi...

332 Industrial Water Week 2023: Careers Friday

06 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the grand finale of Industrial Water Week 2023, Careers Friday! As we bring this year's celebration to a close, we're placing a spotlight o...

331 Industrial Water Week 2023: Wastewater Thursday

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special episode of Wastewater Thursday, part of this year's Industrial Water Week celebration. I'm your host, Trace Blackmore, and today,...

330 Industrial Water Week 2023: Cooling Wednesday

04 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Scaling UP! H2O, the podcast for water treaters, by water treaters, and happy Industrial Water Week's Cooling Wednesday, Scaling UP! N...

329 Industrial Water Week 2023: Boiler Tuesday

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another exciting episode of Scaling UP! H2O, the podcast that's taking you through Industrial Water Week 2023! I'm your host, Trace Blackmo...

328 Industrial Water Week 2023: Pretreatment Monday

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, your go-to source for all things industrial water treatment. I'm your host, Trace Blackmore, and I'm thrilled ...

327 Pinks and Blues - Cooling Towers, Part 1

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to a special re-airing of the most popular episode from 2022 on Scaling UP! H2O - the Pinks and Blues series titled "Cooling Towers, Part...

326 Mastering the Certified Water Technologist Exam: Insights and Tips

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you ready to elevate your expertise and tackle the Certified Water Technologist (CWT) exam? Join us for an engaging episode that promises to super...

325 Rising Together: Conquering Challenges through Collective Support

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Venture beyond the confines of your comfort zone and embark on an exhilarating journey of personal growth and discovery, all through the power of publ...

324 Endless Career Possibilities in Industrial Water Treatment

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you curious about the myriad career paths available within the realm of water? Join your host, Trace Blackmore, CWT, on an engrossing journey as h...

323 How to Troubleshoot a Massive Leak

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Massive leaks in industrial water systems can strike at any time, and even seasoned experts like Steve Suzanne, Senior Technical Advisor at ChemTreat,...

322 All Things Flow Meters

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Step right up and get ready to snicker and learn as we welcome the one and only "Flow Meter Guy," Brent Baird of Instruments Direct, on this week's ep...

321 The Pros and Cons of Legionella Disinfectant Options

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special episode of Scaling UP! H2O, the podcast specifically tailored for industrial water treaters looking to scale up their Legionella ...

320 Legionella Prevention: Insights, Updates, and Actionable Advice

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Scaling UP! H2O podcast – your ultimate source of inspiration and knowledge on all things Legionella Awareness Month! With the ever-e...

319 Legionella Awareness Month 2023

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Scaling UP! H2O, the podcast designed to empower industrial water treaters like you with the Legionella knowledge you need to excel in your...

318 Boilers: Handling the Heat and Pressure Like Pros

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Prepare to plunge into the high-pressure, adrenaline-pumping realm of boilers and steam with Ritchie Ware and Steven Taylor of WARE on this steamy epi...

317 Cracking the Code of the Workforce Crisis: Understanding the Demographic Drought

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Experience the eye-opening insights on the Demographic Drought that will revolutionize your understanding of today's job market. Join Ron Hetrick of L...

316 Unleashing the Power of Solid Dissolver Technology

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Trace Blackmore in an exhilarating episode of Scaling UP! H2O as he delves into the world of solid dissolver technology with industry expert...

315 Introducing The Intentional Growth Framework

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What if you could shape the future of your business exactly as you desire? Imagine having clarity on what you truly want from your business and envisi...

314 2023 Water Industry Updates

30 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, where we delve into the world of water industry updates in 2023. Join us as we navigate t...

313 The 6 Types of Working Genius Deep Dive

23 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Scaling UP! H2O, where we have the pleasure of hosting Tim Cooper, Principal Consultant at The Table Group and founder of Cooper Coach...

312 Revolutionizing Water Recycling

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we delve into the world of water recycling with Pat Sinicropi, an esteemed expert dedicated to addressing freshwater challenges. With an ex...

311 Unlocking the Potential of Irrigation Technology

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Empower your customers to achieve unprecedented success in water management by adopting a comprehensive approach that goes beyond boilers and chillers...

310 Truths and Misconceptions About Carryover

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Scaling UP! H2O Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of industrial water treatment. In this episode, we're debunking the misconce...

309 Pinks and Blues: TDS and Conductivity

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Scaling UP! H2O Podcast. As water treaters, we have a multitude of tools at our disposal, but it's crucial to understand what we're tes...

308 The 12-Week Strategy For Taking the CWT Exam

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is there a magic plan to prepare for the CWT Exam? Can you sign up for the CWT exam and have enough time to study for it in as little as 12 weeks? Con...

307 How to Publish a Technical Paper

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Are you feeling intimidated by the thought of publishing a technical paper? Don't worry, you're not alone! But fear not, because on this episode of Sc...

306 A Dialogue with Darius Barkauskas, part 2

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

"Don't settle for the way it's always been done, instead, push for excellence, and it will pay off." Back for part two of his 2-part series, Darius Ba...

305 A Dialogue with Darius Barkauskas, part 1

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some people are born into water treatment, and others fall into it. Darius Barkauskas, CWT, LEED-AP water career journey started after graduating from...

304 Pinks and Blues: Corrosion Coupons

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Unlock the power of Corrosion Coupons for better water treatment with this Pinks and Blues episode! Get precise insights on setting up metals, sending...

303 The Future of Wastewater

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Scaling UP! H2O, the podcast where we're passionate about water treatment, and we're committed to sharing that passion with you. Without wa...

302 The Future of Remote Monitoring for Water Treatment

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the latest episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, where we bring you the latest insights and strategies to help water treatment profession...

301 Building the Best Multigenerational Workforce, Part 2

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Last week Chris Yee, owner of Zenith Search Partners recruiting firm, shared the ways that each of the 5 Generations in the workplace was different. I...

300 Building the Best Multigenerational Workforce, Part 1

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today's guest is Chris Yee, who owns a recruiting firm called Zenith Search Partners. He and his team specialize in connecting talented people with gr...

299 The One About Transforming Communities with Clean Drinking Water

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For the past few years, the Scaling UP! H2O Podcast has had the humbling opportunity to partner with World Vision to help bring an end to the Global W...

298 The Top 7 Lean Warehouse Management Tips for Water Professionals

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Brian Katarski loves using Lean Management techniques to continuously improve AquaPhoenix Scientific's warehouse. By using Lean Management at their wa...

297 The Latest About Getting Your CWT

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Golden, Director of Sales at Taylor Water Technologies and CWT Certification Chair, is our returning guest and he is here to share the latest in...

296 How to Lead a Successful Multigenerational Company with Jeff Garratt

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to our 3rd interview with  Jeffrey L. Garratt, president of Garratt-Callahan. Jeff is back to talk about how to lead a multigenerational comp...

295 Jeff Garratt's Top 6 Ways to Keep Employees Happy

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Top 6 Ways to Keep Employees Happy In today's episode, Jeffrey L. Garratt, president of the Garratt-Callahan Company, is on the show to talk about kee...

294 The One About Getting Involved so the Profession Can Grow

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

John A. Mullen brings new energy into the plumbing and mechanical industry. With nearly 2 decades of unique leadership experience and a vision for mor...

293 The One About Preparing and Professionalizing Sales Teams

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Every interaction anyone on your team has with a client is Sales, from your Support Line to your Sales Managers. Learn the Sales skills you need to in...

292 The One About the Customer Experience Engine

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Some companies are legendary brands. They set the standard for their category and have raving fans, not just regular customers. And these companies ma...

291 The One About Nitrite

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're bringing back listener favorite, James McDonald, CWT on the show to talk about Nitrites. Today, he answers listener questions such as: How ...

290 The One About Making Time For What Matters Most

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

James McDonald, CWT the Director of Technology and Marketing at Chem-Aqua, creator of the Industrial Water Comic, the creative mind behind Detective ...

289 The One About A SWOT Analysis with A Twist

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year, Scaling UP! Nation. It's amazing how much we can accomplish in a year, and right now, at this moment, you get an entire year to accomp...

288 The One Where Celebrate What We Learned in 2022

30 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What was the best thing you learned this year? What about water treatment surprised you this year? Who helped you learn this year? What did you take t...

287 The One About How To Create Aligned Employee Engagement

23 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone is looking for new ways to increase employee engagement and employee retention, which is why we brought back podcast guest Reid Hutchison of ...

286 The One With The 6 Steps To Solve Any Problem In The Field

16 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What do you do when you encounter an issue you've never seen before in the field? What is the process you work through to figure out what is wrong? Wh...

285 Re-Release of What To Do When Your System Tests Positive For Legionella

09 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've talked about what Legionella bacteria is and how to prevent Legionella from developing in your clients' systems on previous podcast episodes, bu...

284 The One About The AWT Convention Experience

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Have FOMO because you were unable to attend the 2022 AWT Convention in Vancouver, Canada this year? Get ready for all that guilt and stress to melt aw...

283 The One About Successfully Transitioning Into A Leadership Role

25 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What are the secrets to a successful leadership transition? What do you need to know before you hand over the company you built to someone else in you...

282 The One About The Unseen Repercussions of Cheap Water

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this year's Industrial Water Week, Trace Blackmore invited Semra Gül, Technical Manager at Syntec Corporation to answer Scaling UP! Nation's Pretr...

281 The One About The Power of Kindness

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The work that Kathleen Edelman does has given thousands of people, including podcast host Trace Blackmore, the communication tools they need to speak ...

280 The One About Retaining Top Talent

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trace Blackmore brings back podcast favorite Tim Fulton, President of Small Business Matters, Vistage Chair Emeritus, and Executive Coach back to the ...

279 The One With the 'Water We Talking About?' Hosts

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

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278 The One with the (don't!) Waste Water Host

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trace Blackmore invites Antoine Walter, host of the (don't!) Waste Water Podcast and Senior Business Development Manager at Georg Fisher, on the show ...

277 Pinks and Blues: Answering Listener Questions About the Podcast

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trace has been hosting the podcast since 2017, and in this episode, he is going to answer your listener questions. Do we record our episodes live, o...

276 Industrial Water Week 2022: Careers Friday

07 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the last day of Industrial Water Week. I'm your host Trace Blackmore, and I'm bringing back listener favorite Shawn McGrade of Kurita Ameri...

275 Industrial Water Week 2022: Wastewater Thursday

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On day 4 of Industrial Water Week, we are celebrating Wastewater Thursday with water treatment expert and consultant Dave Christopherson.  What is Wa...

274 Industrial Water Week 2022: Cooling Wednesday

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The time has come for us to celebrate Day 3 of Industrial Water Week with Cooling Wednesday. For today's special episode, I invited Cooling experts an...

273 Industrial Water Week 2022: Boiler Tuesday

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the Scaling UP! H2O Podcast. The podcast where we scale up our knowledge so we don't scale up our systems. In today's special Industri...