The Half Watt Podcast

In this episode of the Half Watt Podcast, Tyler and Gage discuss the journey of the podcast, including the challenges of finding recording spaces, personal life changes such as the birth of his second child, and insights into working in government facilities. The conversation also delves into technical aspects of fire alarm systems, access control, and the importance of continuous learning in the trades. Our hosts share experiences with troubleshooting and integrating various systems, highlighting the evolving technology in the industry. In this conversation, We discusses various technical aspects of access control systems, including the functionality of resistors, the complexity of monitoring systems, and the configurations of panels. Emphasizing the importance of training new hires in access control and the significance of networking and relay logic. The discussion also touches on community engagement through platforms like Reddit, highlighting the value of shared knowledge and experiences in the field.

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Doug is a great guy that has been working with Tyler and Gage for a couple years now. He sit in to talk about some of his experiences in the field. 

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If you want to voice your opinion the please write to us. [email protected] Tell us about your thoughts on the show, opinions on our topics and general knowledge that you might want to share with your peers. As well, if you have stories from the field, terror ridden horror job sites, or praiseworthy work done well, or even funny anecdotes the write us and we'll share them on our round table episodes!

Can a Low Volt Tech unland 120 off their panel? Email us your answer at [email protected]

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If you want to voice your opinion the please write to us. [email protected] Tell us about your thoughts on the show, opinions on our topics and general knowledge that you might want to share with your peers. As well, if you have stories from the field, terror ridden horror job sites, or praiseworthy work done well, or even funny anecdotes the write us and we'll share them on our round table episodes!

Eva Sizelove, the Apprenticeship Director for the Area 1 Limited Energy program, has over 23 years of experience in the industry. Her dedication to helping individuals in the Limited Energy field launch their careers and achieve their full potential is unparalleled. Eva is passionate about supporting the next generation of skilled professionals in the Limited Energy electrical field, from mentoring apprentices to assisting registered contractors. Her efforts have led to the licensing of over 2500 Limited Energy Technician Class A and Class B licenses in Oregon since 2001. Eva is known for her commitment to promoting Apprenticeship and being a resource for the Limited Energy Industry from Contractors to Apprentices. With her wealth of experience and commitment to the industry, Eva is a valuable asset to the IEC of Oregon team and Limited Energy industry.

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If you want to voice your opinion the please write to us. [email protected] Tell us about your thoughts on the show, opinions on our topics and general knowledge that you might want to share with your peers. As well, if you have stories from the field, terror ridden horror job sites, or praiseworthy work done well, or even funny anecdotes the write us and we'll share them on our round table episodes!

We want to take a moment to thank Milwaukee Tools for inviting us to the 2024 Pipeline. It was an honor to join you, making new friends and learning about your great company. We hope that you'll continue to look to us as partners in showing off your wonderful products and vision for the trades. Thank you. 

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If you want to voice your opinion the please write to us. [email protected] Tell us about your thoughts on the show, opinions on our topics and general knowledge that you might want to share with your peers. As well, if you have stories from the field, terror ridden horror job sites, or praiseworthy work done well, or even funny anecdotes the write us and we'll share them on our round table episodes!

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If you want to voice your opinion the please write to us. [email protected] Tell us about your thoughts on the show, opinions on our topics and general knowledge that you might want to share with your peers. As well, if you have stories from the field, terror ridden horror job sites, or praiseworthy work done well, or even funny anecdotes the write us and we'll share them on our round table episodes!

Thanks to our established presence on social media, we are the only electrical contractor in Canada that can bridge the gap between the stakeholders of the industry and the end-users.

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We have a great episode for you today. Three interviews in one! We had our first interview was with Austin from Milwaukee, talking about PPE and some of the incredible innovations that have at the Pipeline. 

Then Tyler and Gage sat down with Coop and Phil from the "Between Two Wrenches" podcast, to talk about their experience from the show. You can find their youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@MaxBiltOffRoad

Then we head back into the Pipeline with Josh, who talks about the EXTREAMLY cool new lighting systems that Milwaukee has come up with. 

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If you want to voice your opinion the please write to us. [email protected] Tell us about your thoughts on the show, opinions on our topics and general knowledge that you might want to share with your peers. As well, if you have stories from the field, terror ridden horror job sites, or praiseworthy work done well, or even funny anecdotes the write us and we'll share them on our round table episodes!