Utility Emergency Response with Isaac Alatorre and Jim Wollbrinck

On today's Utility Emergency Response Podcast, Issac Alatorre explores the different lay flat hoses for water and wastewater. Issac discusses three categories: rubber, PVC, and PU (polyurethane) hoses. Rubber hoses are not very popular because they are heavy. On the other hand, PVC hoses are lightweight and cost-effective, but they are only suitable for low-pressure applications. The best choice o...

On today's episode of Utility Emergency Response Podcast, Issac Alatorre recaps his experience at the recent ConExpo 2023. Isaac had the opportunity to attend ConExpo, the largest trade show for the construction industry, and took advantage of the event to highlight its numerous benefits for professionals. Issac shares the value he found for those working in the water and wastewater utility sector...

On today's episode of Utility Emergency Response, Issac Alatorre welcomes Jim Wlbrnick to discuss the latest trends in emergency management for water utilities. Jim Wollbrinck has worked in the water distribution industry for over 25 years as a San Jose Water Company security and is an emergency management expert. Jim's contributions to the water distribution industry have been significant and he...

On today's episode of Utility Emergency Response, host Issac Allotre chats with Joe Blackman, founder of Vitendo Training Solutions, about creating custom video training videos for municipal and utility workforces. Joe has a passion for video and big machines; after working in the utility industry for the past five years, when Joe noticed an ad disconnect between content creation and the utility w...

The recent flooding in California has made national headlines. While many of us have read about the flooding and the damage it has caused, now California finds its priorities shifting to not only clean up, but to physically remove the floodwater from the affected areas. In this episode, I dive deep into the different ways a layflat hose emergency trailer can help manage floods like in California,...

There is a high cost to waiting to start a lay flat hose program. In the case of water main breaks or floods, you'll need an industrial water hose. These scenarios can damage your property and create dangerous environments. In this episode, I will discuss why you should start investing in layflat hoses as well as the benefits and downsides of not doing so. Also in this episode: It can take up to ...

Are you planning on starting an emergency layflat program during a bad economy or a budget? Here's how to get started with your layflat hose program for water or wastewater utility, regardless of your budget. In this episode: The all-or-nothing attitude  The benefits of starting with a small inventory  The differences between water and wastewater Subscribe To The Podcast  Apple Podcast | YouTube |...

Kevin Sofen of the W.S. Darley & Company joins us today to explain this exciting solution for emergency water distribution using water bags for the public. We also chatted about how San Jose Water Company did a test exercise on this solution. In this episode: Utilizing artificial intelligence and new technologies in public safety SMART firefighting The plastic bag solution Subscribe To The Podcast...

The E.P.A rarely releases reports about layflat hose for water emergencies. But that doesn't mean the information is any less pertinent. As such, on today's episode we will discuss the biggest takeaways about EPA has said in it's latest reporting about using potable lay-flat hose during a water emergency. In this episode: The. E.P.A's role during an emergency Seattle's emergency drinking water dis...

When it comes time for you to choose a layflat hose system for wastewater utilities, there are some things that you should know. I will be sharing seven tips you need to know before you choose the next layflat hose system. In this episode: Why you need to know your hard pipe system Why couplings adapter reducers are important Make an effort to know your neighbors before an emergency happens Buildi...

In this small case study, we will talk about the process of jumping fire hydrants and how Lake Tahoe PUD jumped fire hydrants with a mobile PRV and NSF Hose. In this episode we discuss: The South Tahoe Public Utility District Why you might need to jump fire hydrants The products we use to jump fire hydrants Subscribe To The Podcast : Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Show : Facebo...

There are a number of different circumstances why you would apply for a federal grants from F.E.M.A due to natural disasters. In this episode we discuss: Applying for Federal Grants What is Hazards Migration Various Natural Disasters F.E.M.A Covers Subscribe To The Podcast : Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Show : Facebook | Linkedin | Website About Isaac : Chairman & Emergency P...

We will explain how a water utility can choose a layflat hose system that best suits their needs. It's not just about the trailer, a lot of other things to consider. In this episode we discuss how to: Know Your Pipe System Know Your Fire Hydrants   Know Your Risk Know Your Neighbors   Know Your Budget Subscribe To The Podcast : Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Show : Facebook | L...

On this episode, I recap a great article from Flow magazine of The American Water Works Association . The article details supply chain issues for layflat hose and how it has affected water, water plants, water distribution, and how that has an effect on our industry. I share my takeaways and share that somehow we can prepare and manage the current supply chain issues.   Make sure you sign up for o...

Get to know your host Isaac Alatorre as he chats with Chris Revill ( Simplified Impact ) about how Isaac got into the utility industry, what lead Isaac to purchase Portable Pipeline Systems from David W. Jackson, what we can expect from future episodes, and what Isaac likes to do in his free time.    Make sure you sign up for our email newsletter to stay up to date with the latest episodes and art...

Meet your host Isaac Alatorre Chairman & Emergency Pipeline Advisor for Water, Wastewater, and Flood Management. In this introductory episode Issac shares what's in store for the future of Welcome to Utility Emergency Response. Keep the conversation going and follow Issac Linkden , YouTube and Facebook .