Revealing the meaning behind engineering jargon

Sulzer’s latest Powered by People video features rotating equipment experts clarifying technical terminology.
Sulzer has released a new episode in its Powered by People YouTube series.

In the video, 20 random Sulzer employees from a variety of departments are asked to correctly define challenging jargon relating to rotating equipment. Technical experts then reveal the true meaning of the phrases and their significance. You can view the episode, as well as the rest of the series, on the Sulzer YouTube channel.

From Jumpers to Pickles, engineering terminology can be confusing to the uninitiated. Luckily, Sulzer’s highly experienced experts have been carrying out quality rotating equipment repairs and upgrades for decades. In Thingamajig 2.0, get an idea of the knowledge required to be a Sulzer expert.

Darayus Pardivala, President, Sulzer Services, Americas, said: “We pride ourselves on our amazing employees and their technical knowledge. To showcase this, we put random personnel in the hot seat with a list of challenging engineering jargon. I think this episode highlights our expertise and sense of humor, which are key to solving customer challenges and providing a friendly service.”

Watch the YouTube video here.

If you enjoyed this episode, you can find the previous Thingamajig video here.

In the next episode, Chattanooga, travel to the Sulzer service center in Tennessee and see what it takes to repair and upgrade equipment for nuclear power plants.

About Sulzer

Sulzer is a global leader in fluid engineering. We specialize in pumping, agitation, mixing, separation and application technologies for fluids of all types. Our customers benefit from our commitment to innovation, performance and quality and from our responsive network of 180 world-class production facilities and service centers across the globe. Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2021, our 13’800 employees delivered revenues of CHF 3.2 billion. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com

The Flow Equipment division specializes in pumping solutions specifically engineered for the processes of our customers. We provide pumps, agitators, compressors, grinders, screens and filters developed through intensive research and development in fluid dynamics and advanced materials. We are a market leader in pumping solutions for water, oil and gas, power, chemicals and most industrial segments. www.sulzer.com

Through a network of over 100 service sites around the world, Sulzer provides cutting-edge parts as well as maintenance and repair solutions for pumps, turbines, compressors, motors and generators. We service our own original equipment, but also all associated third-party rotating equipment run by our customers, maximizing its sustainability and life cycle cost-effectiveness. Our technology-based solutions, fast execution and expertise in complex maintenance projects are available at our customers’ doorsteps.

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