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Naval architect Robert Allan, Ltd. is one of the main players in the global tug industry, designing around 100 vessels built around the world each year. Project manager Allan Turner joins the Cat Power Podcast to talk about how today’s emissions standards – U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final — have affected tug design and how his company worked with Caterpillar to make sure the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system didn’t impact performance or fuel economy. He also weighs in on what’s next for tugs in a reduced-carbon environment.

The Middle East has long been the oil and gas industry’s hub, accounting for one third of the world’s oil production and nearly half of global known oil reserves. Oil and gas is integral to the region’s economy, with oil and gas exports making up as much as 80% of some countries’ GDP. How are pressure for decarbonization, increasing demand for energy and current supply chain shortages affecting oil and gas operations in the Middle East? What are national oil companies doing today to prepare for the future? And what our Caterpillar’s plans to support these efforts? Tune in to this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast to get answers from our territory manager in the Middle East. You’ll also get a high-level look at the hot topics covered at this year’s ADIPEC.

Randy Ramsey’s had his captain’s license since the age of 18, but he’ll tell you he started preparing for a life on the water the day he was born. Tune in to this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast to hear from the Jarrett Bay Boatworks president — why building custom sportfishing boats is his passion, the story behind his first vessel and what’s changed in the industry since Jarrett Bay got its start three decades ago. You’ll also learn why Ramsey has relied on Cat marine power since 1990 and get his first impressions of the new 2433 mhp Cat C32B engine (spoiler: extremely powerful and remarkably quiet).

No matter where in the world you are, you’re never far away from getting empowered. Caterpillar University learning centers are located on every continent and provide global reach to offer knowledge and training. Listen as Jacques Ceballos discusses his background as a Learning Operations Lead and describes the philosophy behind the Caterpillar Global Dealer Learning (GDL) center in Miami Lakes, Florida. As a project manager who oversees day-to-day operations for training development, Ceballos helped establish the state-of-the-art GDL center in Miami Lakes in 2014. Those who attend receive hands-on training in Cat® Marine and Oil & Gas applications from highly qualified instructors.

$1.5 trillion: That’s how much is spent annually on the industrial internet of things — but what exactly are those dollars delivering in the real world? Tune into this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast to hear how Caterpillar Oil & Gas is driving practical, usable everyday value from our digital services. David Shannon of the Digital Services team explains how these tools and technologies enable more uptime, higher efficiency, lower operating costs and even ESG (environmental, social and governance) reporting for oil and gas operations. Get insights into what platforms are available today and what’s coming to help plan ahead and then work that plan for greater success.

In this installment of the Cat® Power Podcast, Jamie MacDonald, a marine account manager from Cat dealer Gregory Poole, talks about how an excess soot issue was resolved for a customer with a Hatteras GT63 Convertible Sportfish boat. At a boat show, MacDonald introduced the customer to a Cat filtration expert, who, in a short amount of time, developed a new type of filter that resolved the problem. The innovation led to a new line of filters that is widely available through Cat Marine.

Few people know more about gas engines than Al Hunt. His experience with Caterpillar dates back to his high school years, and as a Cat dealer tech, he worked with the G3600 from its first days — eventually commissioning more than 300 of them over the course of his career. Al retired in 2009 but continues to share his expertise with Caterpillar and oil and gas operations. Now he’s sharing his memories with us as part of our G3600 30th anniversary celebration.

As a service technician in the field you need to show up prepared. The Caterpillar Global Dealer Learning (GDL) center in Miami Lakes, Florida supports the Cat® dealer network by providing hands-on training for those who work in the marine and oil & gas industries. Listen as Cat Marine instructor Hashim Marzuq discusses his background as a Service Training Staff Consultant, and speaks about the importance of learning from each other.

More convenience. More savings. More time to focus on what you do best. If that’s what your marine operation is looking for, don’t miss this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast. Marine services portfolio manager Matt Rayson explains how Caterpillar starts with the end in mind to help customers achieve their goals — whether that’s more uptime, lower costs, greater fuel efficiency or less environment impact — then builds services to drive those outcomes. Learn more about Customer Value Agreements, digitally enabled resources and other services that go beyond the iron to help you grow your business.

Responding to the needs of yacht owners and boat builders, Caterpillar Marine now offers a new engine that is tops in its class. At 2000 hp, the C32B has the highest power rating in the V-12 segment. Cat® Marine is also bringing a 2400 hp version to market. Listen as a Cat product strategy lead Allen Bowman discusses the advantages of the new C32B, which includes power density, noise reduction and improved maintenance.

A filter is a filter and oil is oil, right? Wrong. This episode of the Cat Power Podcast debunks that myth in a big way. Caterpillar’s filtration expert walks you through the key differences between various brands — and the big effects those differences have in the real world. You’ll also learn how using the right filters and fluids in combination with routine fluid analysis can help you extend change intervals, reduce downtime and lower costs.

If you need to finance a frac trailer or a gas compression package, your local lender isn’t your only option. In this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast, Cat Financial’s oil and gas industry expert takes you through all the different ways Caterpillar can help you address your financing needs. He explains what’s available — including loans and leases for new, used and rebuilt oil and gas equipment — and how Cat Financial can partner with your main lender in a syndicated loan or club deal by providing an additional source of capital.

What’s a CVA and why should you care? Tune into this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast for answers to those questions and a lot more. A CVA is short for Customer Value Agreement, and “value” is the key word. CVAs make it easy to own your Cat oil and gas equipment, keep those products ready to work and deliver the peace of mind you need in good times and tough times. Find out what’s included in one of these agreements, how you can tailor a CVA around your operation and the way you like to work, and why investing in one even during a downturn is a smart business decision.

Flare gas is a hot topic when it comes to decreasing emissions. We’re taking a closer look at exactly what flaring is, why it happens and how you can reduce it. Tune into this episode of the Cat® Power Podcast for more details about the various flare-reduction solutions available from Caterpillar Oil & Gas — including semi-modular power plants that capture flare gas to produce electricity, Dynamic Gas Blending™ engines that can run on flare gas and GTUIT mobile treatment systems that make flare gas more usable. You’ll walk away with a better idea of how these solutions work and how they can help you balance your environmental and economic priorities.

Dynamic Gas Blending engines can save you big on fuel costs — with the latest Cat 3512E DGB engine displacing up to 85% diesel. How much exactly will your operation save? Get the details on how to use the DGB Fuel Cost Estimator to get your numbers, along with tips on what data to have on hand and how to get the most accurate estimate.   

Reduce the risk of corrosion and damage and make sure your engines, electric motors, transmissions and pumps are ready to go when market conditions change or new projects get underway. 

Find out more about the difference between displacement vs substitution, especially when it comes to our 3512E DGB engine for well service applications.  

Find out more about our Gas Engine Rating Pro (GERP), a computer application to calculate site ratings and performance data for our gas engines in mechanical drive and electric power generation applications.