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Interactive Control

Interactive Control

Hosted by Sebastien Bertrand

Episodes

39

Latest episode

Aug 2024

Language

EN

About the show

If you work with controls in power generation as an Operator, Engineer, Maintenance Person, or Plant Manager, this podcast is for you. Our focus is on answering real questions and solving real problems with real controls experts. We cover topics such as unit startup issues, alarm rationalization, loop tuning, instrumentation calibration, various system overviews, component breakdowns, and much more. ** Voted one of the Top 20 Instrumentation Podcasts of 2021 ** If you have questions or ideas for a topic, please message me on LinkedIn or at: sebastien.bertrand@ge.com

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August 16, 202417 min

Cybersecurity in Power Generation

In this episode we talk about what cybersecurity means within the power generation industry with Arthi Vasudevan - Cybersecurity product manager with GE Vernova. We review basics concepts, current challenges and how to manage cybersecurity for controls systems. OT Cybersecurity Solutions for Energy | GE Vernova

March 25, 202417 min

Controls lifecycle challenges... and solutions

In this episode I discuss the challenges of managing control systems over time – the type of issues, why it matters, and what you can do about it – with my guest, Thaha Nazeemudeen with GE Vernova. Topics include examples of problems related to cost management, availability qualified personnel and, of course, obsolescence and cybersecurity.  Controls Lifecare Services (CLS) | GE Vernova

November 13, 202338 min

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 4 - System Reliability

This episode is the conclusion of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about System Reliability with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and Load Flexibility.

October 2, 2023Episode 951 min

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 3 – Load Flexibility

This episode is part 3 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Load Flexibility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and System Reliability.

August 30, 202343 min

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 2 – Combustion Versatility

This episode is part 2 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Combustion Versatility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Load Flexibility, and System Reliability.

August 1, 202347 min

Advanced Turbine Controls Part 1 – Startup Agility

This episode is part 1 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Startup Agility with my guest Bob Bellis. Topics covered include changing role of turbine startup, benefits of fast start and startup assurance, relationship to ancillary services, and considerations for simple cycle vs combined cycle plants.

June 30, 2023Episode 643 min

In Consideration of Controls Service Offerings

In this episode I discuss different Control Service Offerings with my guest Robert Lewis. Topics covered include Phone and Remote Support, Site Visits, Preventive Maintenance, Patching, and more.

May 30, 2023Episode 546 min

Lessons Learned from Controls Project Management

In this episode I discuss controls project management and ways you can help your project run more smoothly with my guest Brett Maclaren. Topics include Brett's experience as a nuclear submarine officer, responsibilities of a controls project manager, as well as common challenges and advice for controls projects.

April 26, 2023Episode 446 min

Cogeneration – Maximizing Profits While Reducing Emissions

In this episode I discuss ways to maximize profits while reducing emissions in cogeneration operations with my guests, Ben Janvier and Mike Schoof.

March 17, 2023Episode 329 min

Parts Management Strategies to Mitigate Operational Risks

In this episode I discuss how parts management can reduce your operational risks with my guest, Brad Shochat. Topics covered include cost vs risk tradeoffs, on site spares and alternatives, non-new electronics options, cybersecurity for parts, and more.

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