60 acast.com ESD Simulation Training Podcast https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/esd-simulation-training-podcast en Kate Dixon IChemE, Technical Training, Problem Solving, Simulation, Engineering, Troubleshooting, Process Industries Kate Dixon

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]]> false Kate Dixon info+6696a51513ea555fe3519605@mg-eu.acast.com 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 esd-simulation-training-podcast https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1721148498972-4b3cc39b69320fb2f50ae27181050963.jpeg https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/esd-simulation-training-podcast ESD Simulation Training Podcast FPSOs FPSOs Tue, 17 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT 38:56 6984a032a6617e0fbdc038ea false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/6984a032a6617e0fbdc038ea 6984a032a6617e0fbdc038ea 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 10 In Episode 10 of the ESD Simulation Training Podcast, Mark Dixon sits down with industry expert Robert Hobber to explore the complexities of Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading (FPSO) units.

They discuss Bob’s extensive career in commissioning and operations, the unique advantages of using mobile floating plants in remote locations, and the critical systems that allow these vessels to operate without pipelines.

The conversation provides an in-depth look at mooring systems, vessel motion challenges, and the vital international safety and environmental regulations.


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]]> In Episode 10 of the ESD Simulation Training Podcast, Mark Dixon sits down with industry expert Robert Hobber to explore the complexities of Floating Production, Storage, and Offloading (FPSO) units.

They discuss Bob’s extensive career in commissioning and operations, the unique advantages of using mobile floating plants in remote locations, and the critical systems that allow these vessels to operate without pipelines.

The conversation provides an in-depth look at mooring systems, vessel motion challenges, and the vital international safety and environmental regulations.


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]]> Hydrogen Production Hydrogen Production Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT 9:04 690dddbbc1ed8717c5b9c372 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/690dddbbc1ed8717c5b9c372 690dddbbc1ed8717c5b9c372 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 9 In episode 9 of ESD Simulation Podcast, Brian Hillaby and Mark Dixon, explore the pivotal role of hydrogen in the push toward Net Zero within process engineering. The discussion first breaks down the critical safety challenges associated with handling volatile hydrogen compared to natural gas, highlighting its wide flammability range and invisible flame. Next, it clarifies the difference between green hydrogen and blue hydrogen, detailing their production methods and storage implications. Finally, the segment emphasizes the vital importance of high-fidelity, dynamic simulation training for preparing the global workforce to safely and efficiently manage hydrogen production, compression, and transmission systems.  


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]]> In episode 9 of ESD Simulation Podcast, Brian Hillaby and Mark Dixon, explore the pivotal role of hydrogen in the push toward Net Zero within process engineering. The discussion first breaks down the critical safety challenges associated with handling volatile hydrogen compared to natural gas, highlighting its wide flammability range and invisible flame. Next, it clarifies the difference between green hydrogen and blue hydrogen, detailing their production methods and storage implications. Finally, the segment emphasizes the vital importance of high-fidelity, dynamic simulation training for preparing the global workforce to safely and efficiently manage hydrogen production, compression, and transmission systems.  


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]]> Production Processing Production Processing Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT 9:41 68888dfe6ba6bf2e17b32240 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/68888dfe6ba6bf2e17b32240 68888dfe6ba6bf2e17b32240 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 8 In Episode 8 of the ESD Simulation Training Podcast, Brian Hillaby speaks with industry veteran Nick Jackson about production processing and emergency systems on oil and gas installations. They delve into Nick's extensive experience, the comprehensive three-day training course he delivers through ESD, and key aspects of offshore operations including drilling wells, various offshore structures, and fascinating developments in subsea processing. Nick also explains how well fluids are processed, the often-underestimated importance of utility systems, and the critical roles of Emergency Shutdown, and Fire & Gas systems. 


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]]> In Episode 8 of the ESD Simulation Training Podcast, Brian Hillaby speaks with industry veteran Nick Jackson about production processing and emergency systems on oil and gas installations. They delve into Nick's extensive experience, the comprehensive three-day training course he delivers through ESD, and key aspects of offshore operations including drilling wells, various offshore structures, and fascinating developments in subsea processing. Nick also explains how well fluids are processed, the often-underestimated importance of utility systems, and the critical roles of Emergency Shutdown, and Fire & Gas systems. 


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]]> Glycol Dehydration Glycol Dehydration Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT 10:57 6819f2181d28d62313f502b2 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/6819f2181d28d62313f502b2 6819f2181d28d62313f502b2 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 7 In Episode 7 of the ESD Simulation Training Podcast, host Brian Hillaby speaks with Managing Director Mark Dixon about glycol dehydration — a key process in gas systems. They explore why removing water is critical, how triethylene glycol is used and regenerated, and the importance of solution management. Mark also discusses the challenges of process changes, ways to improve efficiency and reduce emissions, and how simulation plays a key role in ESD’s training approach. 


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]]> In Episode 7 of the ESD Simulation Training Podcast, host Brian Hillaby speaks with Managing Director Mark Dixon about glycol dehydration — a key process in gas systems. They explore why removing water is critical, how triethylene glycol is used and regenerated, and the importance of solution management. Mark also discusses the challenges of process changes, ways to improve efficiency and reduce emissions, and how simulation plays a key role in ESD’s training approach. 


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]]> Process Control Process Control Wed, 14 May 2025 21:33:03 GMT 6:24 6819f116609de35278d1a653 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/6819f116609de35278d1a653 6819f116609de35278d1a653 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 6 In this sixth episode, host Brian Hillaby sits down with Edward Dilley, a seasoned chartered chemical engineer. Together, they explore the fundamentals and real-world significance of process control in industrial settings. Edward shares insights into why proper measurement and control are essential for safety, environmental compliance, and profitability. The conversation covers common failures in process control systems, the shortcomings of academic theory, and how ESD’s simulation-based training bridges the gap with hands-on, practical learning. Listeners will also hear about the role of alarms, the risks of poor tuning, and how well-designed control systems can enhance plant performance. Whether you're an early-career engineer or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable lessons on mastering process control.


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]]> In this sixth episode, host Brian Hillaby sits down with Edward Dilley, a seasoned chartered chemical engineer. Together, they explore the fundamentals and real-world significance of process control in industrial settings. Edward shares insights into why proper measurement and control are essential for safety, environmental compliance, and profitability. The conversation covers common failures in process control systems, the shortcomings of academic theory, and how ESD’s simulation-based training bridges the gap with hands-on, practical learning. Listeners will also hear about the role of alarms, the risks of poor tuning, and how well-designed control systems can enhance plant performance. Whether you're an early-career engineer or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable lessons on mastering process control.


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]]> Compressor Stations Operations Compressor Stations Operations Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT 6:40 67850c1c78acadca63e873b7 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/67850c1c78acadca63e873b7 67850c1c78acadca63e873b7 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 5 In our fifth episode, host Brian Hillaby interviews Mark Dixon, founder of ESD Simulation Training, to explore the vital role of compressor stations in natural gas transmission. They discuss key equipment, operational challenges, and the importance of simulation models in training. Learn how ESD’s courses empower engineers worldwide in the operation and maintenance of these critical facilities.


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]]> In our fifth episode, host Brian Hillaby interviews Mark Dixon, founder of ESD Simulation Training, to explore the vital role of compressor stations in natural gas transmission. They discuss key equipment, operational challenges, and the importance of simulation models in training. Learn how ESD’s courses empower engineers worldwide in the operation and maintenance of these critical facilities.


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]]> Critical Thinking Critical Thinking Mon, 20 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT 12:53 67850136ab54a26ea76bd651 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/67850136ab54a26ea76bd651 67850136ab54a26ea76bd651 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 4 In the fourth episode of ESD Simulation Training’s podcast series, host Brian Hillaby discusses critical thinking with Howard Thomas, a seasoned process consultant with decades of experience in engineering and operations. Howard shares his "golden rules" for effective critical thinking, emphasizing evidence-based decision-making, precise measurement, and avoiding assumptions. He highlights the distinction between critical and creative thinking and explains how ESD’s immersive training course, built around a practical board game, helps participants develop analytical skills. Howard also touches on themes from his book Simplicity from Complexity, advocating for deeper understanding to simplify problem-solving. 


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]]> In the fourth episode of ESD Simulation Training’s podcast series, host Brian Hillaby discusses critical thinking with Howard Thomas, a seasoned process consultant with decades of experience in engineering and operations. Howard shares his "golden rules" for effective critical thinking, emphasizing evidence-based decision-making, precise measurement, and avoiding assumptions. He highlights the distinction between critical and creative thinking and explains how ESD’s immersive training course, built around a practical board game, helps participants develop analytical skills. Howard also touches on themes from his book Simplicity from Complexity, advocating for deeper understanding to simplify problem-solving. 


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]]> <![CDATA[Carbon Capture & Storage]]> Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:10:25 GMT 7:10 6723690d0e172486e42e6c05 false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/6723690d0e172486e42e6c05 6723690d0e172486e42e6c05 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 3 In our third episode, host Brian Hillaby and Managing Director Mark Dixon explore the critical role of carbon capture and storage (CCS) in meeting decarbonization and net-zero targets. This podcast covers key processes, economic drivers like carbon taxes, and ESD's global experience in CCS projects. 


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]]> In our third episode, host Brian Hillaby and Managing Director Mark Dixon explore the critical role of carbon capture and storage (CCS) in meeting decarbonization and net-zero targets. This podcast covers key processes, economic drivers like carbon taxes, and ESD's global experience in CCS projects. 


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]]> Dry Gas Seals Dry Gas Seals Thu, 29 Aug 2024 11:23:28 GMT 25:41 66d059f3a0cc1fc5a93355da false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/66d059f3a0cc1fc5a93355da 66d059f3a0cc1fc5a93355da 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 2 In our second episode, Brian Hillaby speaks with Ken Takon, a Rotating Equipment Consultant, about the purpose, advantages, and challenges of dry gas seals. He touches on the history, development, and practical considerations of using dry gas seals, including their application in various compressor types and operating conditions.


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]]> In our second episode, Brian Hillaby speaks with Ken Takon, a Rotating Equipment Consultant, about the purpose, advantages, and challenges of dry gas seals. He touches on the history, development, and practical considerations of using dry gas seals, including their application in various compressor types and operating conditions.


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]]> Problem Solving and Troubleshooting in Process Operations Problem Solving and Troubleshooting in Process Operations Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:41:02 GMT 10:23 6696a7d763ddffa243064d8c false https://shows.acast.com/esd-simulation-training-podcast/episodes/6696a7d763ddffa243064d8c 6696a7d763ddffa243064d8c 6696a51513ea555fe3519605 full 1 1 With over 30 years of experience in the wood pulp manufacturing industry and a decade in developing technical training materials, Brian Hillaby brings a wealth of knowledge to ESD's first episode. In this episode, "Problem Solving and Troubleshooting in Process Operations," Brian interviews Mark Dixon, the Founder and Managing Director of ESD. Mark, a Chartered Gas Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers shares his insights from over 25 years of delivering training courses across various process industries. Join us as we explore the importance of problem-solving, effective training techniques, and the benefits of using dynamic simulation models. Tune in to learn more about enhancing plant safety and operational efficiency.


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]]> With over 30 years of experience in the wood pulp manufacturing industry and a decade in developing technical training materials, Brian Hillaby brings a wealth of knowledge to ESD's first episode. In this episode, "Problem Solving and Troubleshooting in Process Operations," Brian interviews Mark Dixon, the Founder and Managing Director of ESD. Mark, a Chartered Gas Engineer and Fellow of the Institution of Chemical Engineers shares his insights from over 25 years of delivering training courses across various process industries. Join us as we explore the importance of problem-solving, effective training techniques, and the benefits of using dynamic simulation models. Tune in to learn more about enhancing plant safety and operational efficiency.


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