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The Industrial Innovator's Podcast

The Industrial Innovator's Podcast

By: Don Cooper
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Welcome to the Industrial Innovator’s Podcast. I’m Don Cooper, and in this show, we will be talking with innovative companies from around the world who accept big challenges from their industrial clients and solve issues across their industry. The people we’ll be talking to approach every challenge with an innovator's mindset, finding ways their innovative technology improves safety, improves productivity, and drives cost effectiveness in everything they do.Join me as I introduce you to a wide range of problem solvers from around the world who are blazing a trail to make the industrial space better.

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Episodes
  • LOCTITE®Pulse Webinar
    Aug 20 2025

    Loctite Pulse is an advanced IIoT-powered monitoring solution designed to help industries transition from reactive maintenance to predictive and prescriptive operations. Using smart sensors for flanges, pipes, tanks, valves, steam traps, and rotating equipment, it provides 24/7 real-time insights into equipment health, enabling early fault detection, reducing unplanned downtime, lowering costs, improving safety, and supporting sustainability goals

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    Key Takeaways

    1. Intelligent Predictive & Prescriptive Maintenance

    • Moves beyond traditional reactive repairs by identifying potential failures before they happen.
    • Uses AI-driven analytics to recommend solutions and optimize maintenance strategies
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    2. Wide Range of Smart Monitoring Solutions

    • Smart Flanges, Pipes, Valves, Tanks, Steam Traps, and Rotating Equipment monitoring.
    • Covers critical assets in oil, gas, power, and chemical industries, ensuring continuous protection and reduced operational risks
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    3. Real-Time Data & Always-On Monitoring

    • Equipped with novel carbon nanotube sensors that detect leaks in under one minute.
    • Continuously monitors up to six key parameters — vibration, temperature, humidity, magnetic flux, acoustics, and true RPM — for comprehensive asset health visibility
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    4. Cloud-Based, Secure, and Scalable

    • Fully wireless and battery-powered sensors with a service life of up to 5 years.
    • Uses secure cloud integration for easy access to dashboards, analytics, and alerts, supporting scalability across multiple facilities
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    5. Safety, Sustainability, and Cost Savings

    • Minimizes downtime, prevents environmental damage, and reduces CO₂ emissions.
    • Provides early leak detection and energy efficiency insights, helping companies cut operational costs while meeting sustainability targets


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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Ep27: What is StrataEdge
    Aug 20 2025

    In this episode of the Industrial Innovator Podcast introduces StrataEdge Technologies, a new division launched by Innovator to help contractors and maintenance teams take on more work in-house. Don Cooper and Mike Brown explain that StrataEdge was created to separate product sales and training from Innovator’s service operations, giving contractors access to proven solutions, local inventory, and expert guidance. More than just a supplier, StrataEdge provides certifications, technical consulting, and cost-effective delivery models that enable contractors to self-perform without sacrificing safety or compliance. The episode highlights StrataEdge’s mission to support contractors, reduce industry costs, and drive acceptance of modern practices through training and advocacy. At its core, StrataEdge represents a shift in how innovation is delivered — empowering teams with not just tools, but the knowledge and confidence to use them effectively.


    Key Takeaways

    1. Why StrataEdge Was Created – Innovator launched StrataEdge to meet growing demand from contractors wanting to self-perform projects instead of relying solely on service providers.
    2. More Than a Supplier – StrataEdge focuses on delivery, training, and cost reduction, not just providing equipment.
    3. Training as a Foundation – Certification programs for installers, inspectors, and engineers ensure compliance and give contractors confidence to adopt new practices.
    4. Reducing Barriers – By offering technical consulting, documentation, and support, StrataEdge helps contractors navigate regulatory approval and compliance challenges.
    5. Driving Industry Change – StrataEdge actively advocates with regulators and industry groups to expand acceptance of modern repair and maintenance practices across Canada.
    6. The Bigger Mission – StrataEdge’s purpose is not just innovation in technology, but innovation in delivery — making proven methods accessible, affordable, and trusted.


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    23 mins
  • Ep026: Innovator's Entrepreneurial Operating System
    Jun 9 2025

    In this episode of the Industrial Innovators Podcast, Don Cooper & Mike Brown discuss the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) and its impact on Innovator. Don shares his journey from working in bureaucratic environments to adopting EOS, emphasizing the importance of autonomy, accountability, and a culture of problem-solving. The conversation covers the challenges of implementing EOS, measuring success, and the significance of having champions within the team. Don also highlights the tools that facilitate effective communication and the cultural shifts necessary for growth. He concludes with advice for entrepreneurs considering EOS as their business model, stressing the need for persistence and the value of a supportive team.


    Key Takeaways:

    -EOS helps entrepreneurs focus on working on their business, not in it.

    -The journey to adopting EOS requires persistence and grit from leadership.

    -champions within the team accelerates the implementation of EOS.

    -Measurement and accountability are crucial for success in EOS.

    -Cultural shifts can be challenging but are necessary for growth.

    -Tools like the impact filter and strategy circle enhance clarity and communication.

    -Onboarding new employees into the EOS culture is essential for scalability.

    -Resistance to change is common; patience is key in overcoming it.

    -Creating a culture of learning and continuous improvement is vital.

    -Entrepreneurial companies play a crucial role in the corporate landscape.


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    1 hr and 17 mins
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