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Keeping Current

Keeping Current

por ERS and HVM

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Episode 5 Pt 1: Engineering Beyond the Design Desk: Exploring Career Paths in the Industry

In this episode of Keeping Current, Nick Palko sits down with HVM's Dallas Kaylor to explore the engineering career paths that exist beyond the traditional design role. Dallas shares lessons from his transition from engineering into a customer-facing position, along with advice for students and early professionals entering the industry. From mentorship and career growth to the skills that matter most, this episode offers practical insight for anyone looking to build a successful career in the electrical services industry.

"Who Owns Safety? The Collaboration Between GCs and ECs"

In Season 3, Episode 4 of Keeping Current, our new co-host Nick Palko is joined by Brian Campbell to discuss how the relationship between general contractors and electrical contractors has evolved over the years. From design-build and preconstruction to safety, accountability, and the lasting impact of COVID on project timelines, labor, and supply chains, this episode explores how collaboration is changing across today’s jobsites, and who really owns safety.

Season 3 Episode 3 “Summer Surge Prep: Avoiding Weather Hazards”

As facilities head into the most demanding time of year, this episode of Keeping Current explores how heat, increased electrical load, and severe weather can push electrical systems to their limits. Joe O’Dwyer and Warren Garber share real-world insights on preparing for summer conditions, identifying early warning signs of system stress, and preventing costly failures. From the importance of cooling and load management to emergency preparedness and lessons learned from past outages, this conversation highlights practical steps facilities can take to improve reliability, safety, and resilience.

Season 3 Episode 2: “Beyond the Label: The Hidden Work that Keeps your Equipment Safe”

Ever wonder what it really takes to get that compliance label on your equipment? In this episode, Charles Meeker and Nick Durazo at eti Conformity Services, takes listeners behind the scenes to reveal the hidden work that ensures equipment is safe, reliable, and compliant with regulatory standards. From field evaluations to identifying risks in modified or unlisted equipment, they share real stories, lessons learned, and practical insights that every facility and engineer should know. Discover why there’s so much more behind the label than meets the eye.

Season 3 Episode 1 - "New Year, No Surprises: Tips for a Reliable Facility"

In the Season 3 premiere, Jeff discusses how proactive planning and disciplined electrical maintenance help facilities avoid unexpected outages and safety issues. The episode covers common causes of surprise failures, the risks of deferred maintenance, and how a risk-based approach supports long-term reliability. Listeners will gain practical insights to start the year with fewer disruptions and more confidence in their facility operations.

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Episode 8: Powering Into the New Year – Why Acceptance Testing Sets the Standard for Reliability

As facilities prepare for a new year of evolving electrical demands, acceptance testing plays a critical role in setting the foundation for long-term reliability. In this episode of Keeping Current, host Joe O’Dwyer is joined by Jeff Brittain, Director of Regional Sales at HVM, to explore why acceptance testing is more than a commissioning checkbox, it’s a risk-reduction strategy. Together, they discuss how proper acceptance testing verifies equipment performance before energization, identifies hidden deficiencies early, and helps organizations avoid costly failures once systems are in service.

Episode 7: Certified for Success: Mastering Electrical Safety Requirements

In this episode, we dive into the critical role of electrical safety training and NETA certification in ensuring compliant, reliable, and safe electrical systems. Discover how mastering these standards not only protects your workforce but also enhances operational efficiency and reduces downtime. We’ll explore key certification requirements, best practices for training programs, and practical tips for maintaining compliance in today’s evolving electrical landscape.

Episode 6: From Charger to Circuit – Optimizing Reliability in EV Systems

In this episode of Keeping Current, host Joe O’Dwyer plugs into one of the fastest-growing frontiers in electrical power—EV charging infrastructure. As electric vehicles move from trend to expectation, the reliability of every link in the electrical system from the charger to the circuit has never been more critical. Joining Joe is Penny Juleff, Business Development Manager, who shares a customer-focused look at how organizations can plan, invest, and scale their EV systems without compromising safety, uptime, or compliance. They explore what’s driving the surge in EV demand, how to design for reliability from switchgear to backup power, and why preventive maintenance and compliance are key to long-term performance.

Episode 5: Inside the Outage: Lessons from the Operations Frontline

When critical systems fail, operations leaders are the first line of defense. In this episode of Keeping Current, host Joe O’Dwyer sits down with Dennis Salzmann, Senior Director of ERS Operations, to explore how outages unfold—and what it really takes to bring systems back online. From early warning signs to the chain of events during a disruption, Dennis shares practical insights on leadership under pressure, recovery strategies, and the role of predictive maintenance in building resiliency. Whether you’re a facility manager, engineer, or executive, you’ll gain frontline lessons to strengthen your preparedness and keep your infrastructure running reliably.

Episode 4: When the Lights Almost Went Out – Lessons from the Edge of an Outage

In this episode, we dive into the moments no facility wants to face—unexpected outages and near-disaster situations. Host Joe O’Dwyer sits down with Nick Palko, a Business Development Manager/engineer who works hands-on with electrical systems, and Matt Saunders, a customer who’s experienced firsthand how close calls and outages test resilience. Recorded live from the field, you may hear a little background noise as the conversation unfolds—but that only adds to the authenticity of hearing these experiences straight from those who lived them. Together, they share stories of recovery, the lessons learned, and what it takes to prevent the next crisis.

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