Powering the Process ℠

In this episode of Powering the Process , host Jen Little talks with Danny Stamps, Plant Manager of the South Shop , about the growing talent gap in manufacturing and how companies can prepare the next generation of skilled workers. They explore how automation supports, not replaces, craftsmanship, the skills future manufacturing professionals need, and how mentorship, apprenticeships, and cross-t...

Industrial fans are the heart of heavy industry , moving massive volumes of air and gas through critical systems in pulp & paper, cement, steel, and energy production. In this episode, Jen Little sits down with Mike Piazza, Director of Air Handling at ProcessBarron , to explore how industrial fan rotors are engineered, maintained, repaired, and upgraded to keep plants running safely and effici...

In this episode of Powering the Process , we break down the real work behind the pulp and paper industry, one of the most essential sectors in modern manufacturing. From Amazon shipping boxes and packaging to tissue, diapers, labels, and paper products, pulp and paper mills power everyday life more than most people realize. Host Jen Little is joined by Joe Waite, Vice President of Air Handling and...

In this episode of Powering the Process , host Jen Little sits down with ProcessBarron Regional Sales Manager Brian Harris, aka “the cement guy," to explore the critical role cement plays in modern infrastructure and how cement plants keep operations running efficiently. From highways and bridges to homes and skyscrapers, cement is one of the most essential building materials in the world. But pro...

What does it really take to keep industrial plants running efficiently? In this episode of Powering the Process , host Jen Little sits down with Joey Taylor, Field Service Superintendent, and Levi Taylor, Field Service General Foreman , to take you inside the world of field service crews . From early morning safety protocols to high-stakes equipment installations, they share what it takes to perfo...

In this episode of Powering the Process , we explore how ash, once considered a waste product, is becoming a valuable resource across industries. Host Jen Little sits down with David Cantu, Director of Material Handling at ProcessBarron, to discuss the evolution of ash handling, recycling innovations, and the environmental and economic impact of doing it right. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: What...

In this episode of Powering the Process , host Jen Little sits down with field supervisor Josh Bennett to explore the deeper meaning behind a simple but powerful symbol in industrial work: the hard hat. With nearly 26 years in the field, Josh shares how hard hats go far beyond safety compliance. They tell a story of experience earned, miles traveled, skills learned, and the culture that defines Pr...

What if the garbage we throw away every day could power our homes tomorrow? In this episode of Powering the Process , host Jen Little sits down with Ashley Doyal , Vice President of the South Region and Central & South America at ProcessBarron , to explore the role of waste-to-energy in modern industrial manufacturing. Ashley breaks down how waste-to-energy plants convert everyday household ga...

What does it take to keep massive industrial fans and critical plant systems running under extreme conditions? In this episode of Powering the Process , host Jen Little sits down with Roy Hollis, ProcessBarron’s Technical Services Manager, who brings 48 years of hands-on experience in industrial fan diagnostics, balancing, and field service. From emergency shutdowns to precision balancing in harsh...

In this episode of Powering the Process℠ , host Jen Little sits down with Joe Waite , Vice President of Air Handling and Material Handling Products at ProcessBarron , to explore the critical role steel plays in powering American infrastructure and the complex systems required to produce it efficiently and responsibly. Steel is foundational to modern life, from bridges and buildings to vehicles, ap...

What does manufacturing excellence really look like in today’s custom, engineer-to-order environment? In this episode of Powering the Process℠ , host Jen Little sits down with Michael Stewart, Vice President of Manufacturing at ProcessBarron , to explore what manufacturing excellence truly looks like inside a custom, engineer-to-order environment, and why it’s foundational to delivering reliable i...

In this inaugural episode of Powering the Process℠ , host Jen Little sits down with Tim Iori, President and CEO of ProcessBarron , to explore what it truly means to build America, and the critical role industrial manufacturing plays in strengthening the nation’s infrastructure. Tim shares how ProcessBarron supports the backbone industries that keep the economy moving, including pulp and paper, cem...

Welcome to Powering the Process℠ , the podcast where industrial expertise meets real-world application. Hosted by ProcessBarron industry leaders and subject-matter experts , this podcast explores the systems, people, and innovations that keep critical industries running. From material handling and air & gas handling systems to plant optimization, field services, and manufacturing excellence ,...