Industrial Theory

Nov 07 2023 38 ep. 30 mins 21
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Welcome to Industrial Theory with Kerry Siggins. Hosted by Kerry Siggins, CEO of StoneAge, Industrial Theory is a podcast created specifically for the industrial cleaning industry. Kerry will speak with the industry’s most interesting and impactful leaders and doers about wide range of topics including leadership, safety, technology, and training.

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Unlocking the Power of Human Performance Optimization

Nov 07 2023 35 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, Kerry Siggins is joined by Fritz Kin, Director of Safety, Security, & PSM at Marathon Petroleum Company LP. With over 35 years of experience in safety, including extensive time in refining, Fritz discusses human performance optimization and its transformative impact on safety culture and company growth at Marathon Oil. Their conversation delves

Modernized, Personalized Industrial Training from Vitendo

Aug 09 2023 22 mins  
Guest: Joseph Blackman, Founder of Vitendo Quick Background: This episode of Industrial Theory features Kerry Siggins and guest Joseph Blackman, the founder of Vitendo. Vitendo is an industrial media and education company that’s taken a contemporary approach to delivering customized training videos for large, municipal equipment and vehicles. Joseph explains the importance of

Talking the All-New AutoBox 1L Tractor with the One and Only, Carrie Grant

Jun 23 2023 17 mins  
On this special episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins is joined by StoneAge sales extraordinaire, Carrie Grant. Carrie joins the podcast to share about StoneAge’s AutoBox 1L— a newly designed, dual belt driven tractor with increased pulling power for single lance operations. Carrie explains that when paired with the Compass radial arm and Sentinel technology, this ne

The Journey to Automation with Rhein Britz, Turnaround Manager at Contract Resources Australia

Apr 27 2023 26 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins is joined by Rhein Britz, Turnaround Manager at Contract Resources in Australia. Diving into their mutual passion of automation, Kerry and Rhein discuss the sentiment around automation in areas such as the Middle East, South Africa, and Australia. Rhein shares about his numerous experiences implementing automated solutions, i

Safety, Training, Tradesmanship

Mar 24 2023 34 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins welcomes Dick Hannah, the VP of Learning and Innovation at the Health and Safety Council (HASC). Formerly known as the Houston Safety Council, Dick shares the organization’s new, expanded direction following their rebrand as the HASC. Through hard work and dedication, he has created a learning community of contractors and r

Asset Owners are Stepping Up to Advance Waterblasting Safety and Technology

Feb 23 2023 27 mins  
As the safety supervisor for Kuraray EVAL, Richard Bass talks with Kerry Siggins about the shift in asset owners to incorporate waterblasting and the desire to make positive impactful changes to affect not only revenues, but more importantly the safety of workers. He shares Kuraray’s journey to implement the WJTA’s hydroblasting certification throughout Kuraray and why he sees

Talking Terydon Cutting Systems with Mike Taylor, Director of Global Sales at StoneAge

Jan 31 2023 14 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins is joined by StoneAge’s director of global sales, Mike Taylor. Mike shares his perspective of the company’s recent acquisition of longtime competitor and industry legend, Terydon. Kerry and Mike discuss the plan for bringing Terydon products to StoneAge dealers and customers worldwide, beginning with the Jack Track cuttin

Sam Smolik’s Journey through 50 Years of Facility Ownership to Author and Speaker

Nov 22 2022 43 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins sits down with Sam Smolik to discuss his 50+ years of experience managing energy and petrochem facilities, as well as his new book, “The Daily Pursuit of Excellence.” Reflecting on the evolution of industrial cleaning practices, Kerry and Sam discuss the value of facility owners supporting and engaging with advancing stan

Gearing Up for the WJTA Conference & Expo with Jimmy Peck, GM of MPW Industrial Services

Oct 25 2022 25 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins welcomes back Jimmy Peck, General Manager of MPW Industrial Services and the podcast’s first-ever guest over three years ago. Kerry and Jimmy discuss what they’re looking forward to at the upcoming WJTA Conference & Expo in New Orleans, LA, including the new asset owner track and operator training opportunities. Expanding

How an Unexpected Partnership will Revolutionize Waterblasting in Industrial Cleaning

Sep 26 2022 33 mins  
In this episode of Industrial Theory, host Kerry Siggins is joined by Terry Gromes Jr., Product Strategy Manager at Terydon. Terydon is an Ohio-based waterblasting equipment and technology manufacturer that was recently acquired by StoneAge. Learn what this powerful joint venture means for the industrial cleaning industry, specifically for the continued innovation of accessories th