Scaling UP! H2O

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 testing for and how our tests work on a basic level. In this week's episode of Pinks and Blues, we're delving into the intricacies of water treatment by focusing on the difference between two important measurements: Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) and Cond...

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? Connor Hanrahan , the Technical Manager at IWE Industrial Water Engineering found a way that worked for him and his team to feel prepared for the CWT Exam, and all it took was a little planning. If you are looking for a strategy for studying for the CWT...

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 Scaling UP! H2O, we have the one and only Michael J. Soller P.E. CPC, DBIA , here to provide you with all the guidance you need to get that paper out into the world. Mike is no stranger to the water industry - as Vice President of Business Development...

"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 Barkauskas , CWT, LEED-AP of  HOH Water Technology , has learned over his 20 years in water that you cannot settle for the status quo. There is always something at your company that could be better, which is why he pushes his team to find better ways t...

Some people are born into water treatment, and others fall into it. Darius Barkauskas , CWT, LEED-AP water career journey started after graduating from Purdue and serendipitously landing his first job at HOH Water Technology , where he has been working and growing for over 20 years. As a water treatment professional, Darius understands the importance of creating a well-balanced workforce and hirin...

Unlock the power of Corrosion Coupons for better water treatment with this Pinks and Blues episode! Get precise insights on setting up metals, sending coupons for testing, analyzing data, and adhering to standards. Plus, a deep dive into the Galvanic Series - the key to understanding metal erosion.  Learn the right order for setting up metals, from aluminum to stainless steel, and how adhering to...

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 water, we do not have a job. Without water, our planet cannot sustain life. That's why we're excited to introduce our guest today, Dr. Rakesh Govind . Dr. Rakesh is a professor at the Chemical & Materials Engineering Department at the University of Cin...

Welcome to the latest episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, where we bring you the latest insights and strategies to help water treatment professionals excel in their craft. In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Justin Nichols , the National Sales Manager of OptConnect ' s industrial markets, to discuss the future of remote monitoring for water treatment companies. During the podcast...

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. In this episode, Part 2 of his 2-part series on building the best multigenerational workforce, Chris will be sharing the things that unite them and the common needs that every employee, no matter their generation, requires from their workplace leader...

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 great employers in the water treatment space. Before he started Zenith, he held a variety of roles in the chemical industry including engineering, sales, finance, and supply chain. Today, he is on our show to talk about how to build the best multigen...

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 Water Crisis. This year, we are inviting Crystal O'Rourke , Sr. Representative at World Vision, on the show to share how Water Treaters and Water Treatment companies can get involved to bring clean drinking water to the millions of women and children...

Brian Katarski loves using Lean Management techniques to continuously improve AquaPhoenix Scientific's warehouse. By using Lean Management at their warehouse, their team can quickly and effectively deliver orders to satisfied customers, layout their warehouse to keep their employees safe, and keep prices down by not over or under-ordering products for their shelves. Brian Katarski is VP of Sales a...

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 information about water treaters getting their Certified Water Technologist (CWT) designation. Today Chris is answering these listener questions and so many more: How does one become a CWT? Why get your CWT? What does having your CWT do to differenti...

Welcome to our 3rd interview with  Jeffrey L. Garratt , president of Garratt-Callahan . Jeff is back to talk about how to lead a multigenerational company.  Garratt-Callahan is the largest privately-owned industrial water treatment company in North America, with offices and manufacturing plans across the United States - in California, Texas, New Jersey, Illinois, and Georgia. It was founded in 190...

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 keeping employees happy. In 2023, we know it's harder than ever to find quality employees and keep the top-notch employees you already have.  Garratt-Callahan Company has been in the Garratt family since 1904 . Four generations have dedicated their li...

John A. Mullen brings new energy into the plumbing and mechanical industry. With nearly 2 decades of unique leadership experience and a vision for more intelligent and sustainable systems, he was the perfect guest to have on this week's podcast interview. A fourth-generation plumber, John has engaged in a multitude of complex projects, from the position of apprentice to a highly accountable compan...

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 increase Sales and Profit at your water company so that the entire team benefits.  Adam Shapiro has been helping individuals, teams, and enterprises since 2004.  Using a sales process, messaging and disciplines framework, Adam applies his proven proces...

Some companies are legendary brands. They set the standard for their category and have raving fans, not just regular customers. And these companies make this happen year after year. In this episode, you'll learn the systems and methods used by these legendary brands. These aren't abstract theories, but practical methods, and insider stories, learned from working inside a lot of exceptional compani...

We're bringing back listener favorite, James McDonald, CWT on the show to talk about Nitrites. Today, he answers listener questions such as: How do you convert Nitrite to Sodium Nitrite ? How do you make sure your Nitrite levels are not too high or too low? Does microbiological activity impact nitrite levels? What can cause a reaction in a closed loop system when there's Nitrite involved? What do...

James McDonald , CWT the Director of Technology and Marketing at Chem-Aqua , creator of the Industrial Water Comic , the creative mind behind Detective H2O water mysteries, and the spark that ignited Industrial Water Week is today's guest. James McDonald has a full-time job and still finds the time to volunteer on AWT's Technical Committee, create a holiday for industrial water treaters, create we...

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 accomplish your goals. Take this week to plan your year because we all know that life set to default doesn't get us where we want to go. Don't live life by default; instead, do something new each and every day to make sure that you are getting the most out...

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 the time to research? What is sparking your curiosity? In keeping with tradition, we are using the last episode of the year to encourage ALL of our listeners to reflect back on 2022 and make a plan for 2023. Bottom line: Trace Blackmore is going to in...

Everyone is looking for new ways to increase employee engagement and employee retention, which is why we brought back podcast guest Reid Hutchison of HOH Water Technology in Palatine, IL to talk about the best ways he has found to entice Millennials and Gen Zs to his company. What is your company known for? What reputation does your company have in the professional sphere? Why does top talent opt...

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? Where do you go to look for the information you need? What do you test for? How do you know if your treatments are working? How do you communicate and collaborate with your customers when there is a problem with one of their systems?  If you want to kn...

We've talked about what Legionella bacteria is and how to prevent Legionella from developing in your clients' systems on previous podcast episodes, but what do you do when your building does test positive for Legionella bacteria? We've had so many questions about this topic that the Scaling UP! H2O team decided to re-release our most listened-to episode on this topic. Dr. Alberto Comazzi answers d...