6-27-23Pipe Dreams PodcastInside Sales and Engineering: Mike and Russ Discuss Mike's 35-Year CareerEP 10Join us on the Pipe Dreams Podcast as Mike and Russ reminisce about their experiences working on challenging projects. We also learn how Mike uses AI and BI to help transform the piping industry at Kalenborn Abresist. 00:00- Introduction02:27- Mike's Background05:02- Memorable Jobs13:54-Field Service and Shop Work15:36- Embracing Analytics21:33-The Importance of Analytics23:03-Using Power Bi and AI33:18- http://www.kalenborn.us33:47- Mike's Family42:16- Closing remarks For more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

6-13-23Pipe Dreams PodcastFrom Tape Measures to 3D Models: Chris Waggner on Engineering's Scanning TransformationEP 09In this podcast episode, we sit down with Chris Waggoner, our engineering supervisor at Kalenborn Abresist, who has been with us for 26 years. Listen in as Chris talks about his current role managing the drafting team, collaborating with co-manager Mike Donaldson, and assisting with design ideas and quotes. We also get a glimpse into Chris's childhood, his memories of playing outside on the street, and backyard baseball.Chris also takes us through the fascinating history of scanning technology and how it has evolved over the past 10 years. He explains how the Faro 150 scanner provides an impressive accuracy of three mils over 300 feet, replacing old methods of measuring with a tape measure and a heavy bag. The scanner allows for measurements to be taken quickly and safely from the ground and provides a 3D model of the area that can be accessed later if needed. Chris also shares his insights on handheld scanners. Don't miss this informative and engaging conversation with Chris Waggoner!00:00- Introduction01:15- Chris Waggoner08:53- http://www.kalenborn.us10:09- Scanning Technology's Power and Capability19:30- Scanning Tools and Retirement Planning24:23- Closing remarks For more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

5-30-23Pipe Dreams PodcastKalenborn - Flume LiningsEP 08In this episode of the Pipe Dreams podcast, host Russ Bauer describes the history of the Kalenborn Abresist Steel Industry Flumes application. He explains that the company has been engineering and designing wear-resistant flume linings for rolling mills and continuous casters for over 60 years, using a combination of ABRESIST tile sets and KALCRET Wear products to create linings that can outlast standard concrete 5 to 20 times. Bauer provides a detailed list of past flume projects and encourages listeners to visit Kalenborn's website to learn more.00:00- Introduction01:13- Steel Industry Flumes06:25 Flume repair and descale hood013:38  http://www.kalenborn.us10:11  Industrial Wear-resistant Applications.12:51 Closing remarks For more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

5-16-23Pipe Dreams PodcastStefan Kurtenbach- The German SalesmenEP 07Host Russ Bauer interviews Stefan Kurtenbach, an area sales manager for Kalenborn Abresist in Germany, who shares his decades of experience in engineering, sales, estimating, and management. Kurtenbach provides valuable insight into the state of the market in Europe and the US, and the production process of direct reduced iron.00:00- Introduction 01:33 Interview with Stefan Kurtenbach04:31 Production process of DRI07:51 Importance of problem-solving skills09:42  http://www.kalenborn.us10:05 Stefan's view of US operations12:00 Importance of being proactive16:15 Closing remarks 17:20 Closing segmentFor more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

5-2-23Pipe Dreams PodcastScott Dietrich - The COO EP 06In this episode, Russ talks with Scott Dietrich the COO at Kalenborn. Scott goes through his journey to COO. Russ and Scott tell stories about projects they worked on together and the strong family atmosphere at KAC.  00:00- Introduction  01:20 Background of Scott D. 03:31 The family atmosphere at KAC03:47 Scotts journey08:57 Russ’s comments on Scott's career11:48  http://www.kalenborn.us12:05 Worst job and best job?20:24 Scotts promotion to COO22:16 Closing remarks 22:50 Closing segmentFor more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

4-18-23Pipe Dreams PodcastRuss Bauer - The SalesmenEP 05In this episode, Russ talks about his life, as the salesmen, the friend, the leader, and the biker. Learn about his hobbies outside of Kalenborn and how he got introduced to Kalenborn.  00:00- Introduction  00:45 Background of Russ01:47 The beginning of Russ's career03:47 The start of  Russ's sales job05:33 Family06:24 Russ's hobbies 12:48  http://www.kalenborn.us13:15 How do you have time for all of this?14:18 Poem readings16:19 Poem remarks 16:52 Closing segmentFor more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

04-04-23Pipe Dreams PodcastJohn Ingold- Retired Plant ManagerEP 04In this episode, Russ talks to John Ingold retired plant manager at Kalenborn Abresist. John talks about his history with the company and how the company changed over time. Russ and John also talk about their relationship at Kalenborn. For more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

03-21-23Pipe Dreams PodcastJoe Accetta - Former PresidentEP 03In this episode, Russ talks with the former President of Kalenborn Abresist, Joe Accetta. Joe was a part of the early history of Kalenborn and also brought Russ to the start of his successful sales career.  00:00- Introduction  00:35 Guest Introduction (Joe Accetta)01:05 Joe talks about his family and the start of his career 04:40 The seven sales guys07:06 The start of Russ's sales career19:30 Kalenborn spot20:00 Joe's career to President of Kalenborn known then as Abresist.22:20 How Joe convinced Russ to be a salesman26:24 Joe's outside perspective on Kalenborn29:00 Closing remarks with Joe and Russ30:55 Closing segmentFor more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

02-14-23Pipe Dreams PodcastKalenborn Abresist History: Where it all startedEP 02In this episode, Russ goes through the history of Kalenborn. After finding some historical documents, Russ was able to recount the past and tell it to you.  00:00- Introduction  00:34 Coming up00:47 At a Glance01:43 Historical Document02:00 Kalenborn Spot02:15 Historical Document13:17 Historical Document comments13:50 Closing SegmentFor more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.

01-31-23Pipe Dreams PodcastDr. Conrad Mauritz - The Managing Director EP 01In this episode, Russ sits down with Dr. Conrad Mauritz the managing director of Kalenborn International. Dr. Mauritz manages all Kalenborn companies from Germany. 00:00- Introduction  00:32 Guest Introduction (Dr. Conrad Mauritz)00:45 Dr. Mauritz talks about his background and family03:21 Leadership involvement at Kalenborn06:06 How has Kalenborn become the world leader07:30 Kalenborn spot 07:46 100-year celebration and beyond09:47 Company culture15:07 Closing segmentFor more information on Kalenborn Abresist USALinkedin: Kalenborn Abresist CorporationFacebook: @kalenbornabresistUSAFollow Russ on LinkedinLinkedin: Russ BauerEpisode sponsored by: Kalenborn.usFounded in 1977, Kalenborn Abresist Corporation, based in Urbana, Indiana, manufactures wear-resistant linings, including ceramic and fused cast basalt linings that provide excellent impact and abrasion-resistant protection.