314 2023 Water Industry Updates
Welcome to a special episode of the Scaling UP! H2O podcast, where we delve into the world of water industry updates in 2023. Join us as we navigate through the challenges faced by water professionals and explore the ever-evolving landscape of industrial water treatment.
In this insightful discussion, our esteemed guest, Gary Garcia, President of Masters Company, Inc, returns for his third guest appearance to share his wealth of knowledge and expertise. Together, we uncover key updates in the water industry, offering valuable insights into supply chain dynamics, financial outlooks, and the impact of a changing workforce.\xa0
Discover the implications for investors eyeing water treatment companies or family members planning to inherit such businesses in the near future. Gary sheds light on the graying of the industry and how it shapes our strategic decisions.\xa0
This episode is a treasure trove of essential information for listeners seeking to anticipate the future of our industry over the next two years. Gain valuable insights to empower your financial planning and navigate the evolving landscape with confidence.
Tune in today as we honor Gary Garcia, the recipient of the prestigious Ray Baum Memorial Award in 2022. Explore everything from practical tips on reducing shipping costs to Gary's pioneering work in developing new phosphonate testing standards. Don't miss out on this eye-opening conversation that will reshape your perspective on the future of the water industry. Join us as we embrace the challenges, celebrate the achievements, and envision a brighter future together.\xa0
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Timestamps
Trace Blackmore shares 10% off the CWT Prep Course with you. Visit scalinguph2o.com/cwtprep\xa0 and use code "CWT10" at checkout \xa0[1:00]
Upcoming Events for Water Treatment Professionals [7:00]
Interview with Gary Garcia, Technical Director at LiquiLogic [11:00]\xa0
Lightning round questions [40:00]
Periodic Water Table With James McDonald [45:30]
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Quotes
\u201cI have an inquisitive nature, and I love to investigate, and I'm not afraid of failure.\u201d - Gary Garcia
\u201cWhen you allow other people to communicate, you learn, and the more you learn the better it is.\u201d - Gary Garcia
\u201cIn my humble opinion, the marketplace should be conservative. You've seen some things get better, some prices come down, availability and some raw materials have improved, but overall, I'm still rather pessimistic about the next two years.\u201d\xa0 - Gary Garcia
\u201cIf you can get raw materials supplies, great, but be prepared to continue to pay a higher price for the most part.\u201d \xa0 - Gary Garcia
\u201cThere is a graying of the industry.\u201d - Gary Garcia
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Connect with Gary Garcia
Phone: 630.238.9292
Email: gary@masterscoinc.com
Website: www.masterscoinc.com\xa0
LinkedIn: in/garret-garcia-8838bb206/
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Links Mentioned
Ep 206 Raw Materials Supply Chain Update Roundtable
Ep 221 The One That\u2019s All About Customer Solutions In A Drum
Scaling UP! H2O Academy video courses
AWT (Association of Water Technologies)
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2023 Events for Water Professionals
Check out our Scaling UP! H2O Events Calendar where we\u2019ve listed every event Water Treaters should be aware of by clicking HERE or using the dropdown menu.
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Periodic Water Table With James McDonald
I like how that one roles off the tongue\u2026 hexametaphosphate.\xa0 So, what is Sodium Hexametaphosphate used for?\xa0 What\u2019s its chemical formula?\xa0 What systems is it used within?\xa0 What dosages are used for Sodium Hexametaphosphate?\xa0 When used as a corrosion inhibitor, does it function as an anionic or cathodic corrosion inhibitor?\xa0 When used for scale inhibition, is it considered a stoichiometric or threshold scale inhibitor?\xa0 Does pH have an impact upon its performance?\xa0 How do you test for it and does the test required differ according to which water system it was used within?\xa0 What is the acronym used for Sodium Hexametaphosphate?\xa0\xa0
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