Summary

In this episode of Unfiltered Flow, Meghann Cook interviews Casey Ruttan, who shares his journey in the fluid power and automation industries. Casey discusses his role in a repair shop, his experiences with hydraulic systems, and the importance of safety training. He highlights innovative projects he's worked on, the impact of smart technology and IoT, and the challenges facing the industry, particularly the impending knowledge gap due to retirements. Casey emphasizes the need for a deeper understanding of fundamental concepts in fluid power and the importance of preserving industry knowledge for future generations.

Takeaways

Casey Ruttan runs a repair shop and offers consultative services.

HydraulicSchematic.com helps modernize old schematics.

Understanding fluid power systems is crucial for troubleshooting.

Safety training in fluid power is often neglected.

Innovative projects can lead to significant industry changes.

Smart technology and IoT are transforming fluid power.

A knowledge gap is looming due to retirements in the industry.

Basic principles of pressure and flow are essential for success.

Effective troubleshooting requires asking the right questions.

Preserving industry knowledge is vital for future evolution.