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THE POLY PODCAST

by Alliance for PE Pipe

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Join your colleagues in the industry as we learn together about the people behind the products of the HDPE industry. Coming to you on the first and third Wednesday of each month.

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Episodes

  1. #45 A series of conversations with HDPE experts from the floor of the ASCE UESI conference in Detroit

    The PE Alliance is pleased to release Podcast #45 which features a series of HDPE experts from the floor of the ASCE UESI conference in Detroit. You will want to give this one a listen. In this session: Dan Landy - Alliance for PE Pipe Ryan Ruiz - ISCO Industries Mike James - ISCO Industries Dr....

  2. #44 HDPE expert Dave Stewart, formerly of Lago Vista, Texas, shares his perspective on the regional growth of HDPE and the lessons learned from more than two decades of real-world use.

    HDPE expert Dave Stewart, formerly of Lago Vista, Texas, shares his perspective on the regional growth of HDPE and the lessons learned from more than two decades of real-world use. Sponsored by SECOR, this episode offers practical insights into how HDPE has evolved and what utilities and…

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  3. #43 John Trimble (SECOR) on HDPE

    The PE Alliance is pleased to release its latest podcast conversation. John Trimble, the man behind the scenes at SECOR who has a massive wealth of HDPE knowledge talks career, field issues and other HDPE tales. Join Dan Landy and Peter Dyke as they get to know John and learn lots. #fuseitorloseit

  4. #42 10 Topics Industry Professionals Should Know

    The Alliance Team present Podcast #42 featuring Dan Landy and Alan Ambler PE, engineers from the Alliance. This podcast is focused upon the iHDPE ndustry sales person. The team discusses common questions from the standpoint of the industry sales person so the listener can be equipped with how to...

  5. #41 Inside Murphy Pipelines: Building HDPE Projects Through Education & Execution

    "We sat down with Bill Fussner of Murphy Pipelines to discuss how education and execution are driving HDPE growth across the country. With a background in pipeline rehab and engineering, Bill focuses on working with utilities and engineers early to position HDPE and trenchless methods as…

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  6. #40 Pipes Built for Data Centers: HDPE and PPR-CT

    Data centers are reshaping infrastructure design, particularly for cooling systems and underground utilities. In this episode of the Poly Podcast, we sit down with Andy McElroy of McElroy Manufacturing to discuss why HDPE and PPR-CT are increasingly specified for this rapidly expanding market.…

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  7. #39 Horizontal Directional Drilling Explained (HDD): A Conversation with Jon Schumchyk

  8. #38 - A conversation with 2 Big Pipe Subject Matter Experts; Mike James ISCO industries VP and Matthew Danysh AGRU Americas Technical Engineer

  9. #37 Trenchless Tech Uncovered: A Conversation with David O’Sullivan of P.W. Trenchless

    David O’Sullivan, President of P.W. Trenchless Construction Ltd., is a pioneer in Trenchless Technology. Originally from Ireland, he moved to Canada in 1978 and became manager of P. Baratta Construction by 1989. He led major HDD and Microtunneling projects, including the first HDD crossings of...

  10. #36 Join Peter Dyke and Richard Kolasa (WL Plastics) as they explore the world of HDPE in austere, marine environments

    Join Peter Dyke and Richard Kolasa (WL Plastics) as they explore the world of HDPE in austere, marine environments. They’re joined by special guest Adrian Hannam (GreatPacific Consulting) an expert in marine infrastructure. Together, they dive into how HDPE’s durability, flexibility and corrosion...

  11. #35 State of the Business from Showcase '24

    Jonathan Schumchyk - Executive Vice President Haugland Group Jimmy Kirchdorfer - Chairman & CEO ISCO Industries, Inc David Fink - President of Plastic Pipe Institute Richard Brand - Executive Director - East Windsor MUA Dan Landy - Engineer - Alliance for PE Pipe Doug Keller - Technical Pipe Lead…

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  12. #34 Dave Stewart, who is a legend in the HDPE world given his HDPE adoption and municipal use in the Austin TX suburb Lago Vista, talks to the Alliances Dan Landy and Peter Dyke about HDPE pipeline inspection.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  13. #33 Brett Stone, Product Manager McElroy Manufacturing, talks evolution of tracked machines, the iSeries fusion machine debut in new machine sizes 412 and 618, DataLogger, Optimized Cooling, Guided Work Flow, iSeries cases and more.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  14. #32 Dan Landy, Alan Ambler PE and Peter Dyke sit around a table and talk common HDPE questions. If you are in the industry and you want to develop your standard responses to common municipal questions, this HDPE podcast is perfect for you. #fuseitorloseit

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  15. #31 Plastics expert Dr. Chris DeArmitt talks plastics and their benefit to society.

    Perhaps after listening to this conversation you will be better able to have a conversation on plastics and their benefit to society. Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  16. #30 Join PEA Engineer Dan Landy and Executive Director Peter Dyke as they interview Murphy Pipline's CMO Todd Grafenauer. Todd is the educational leader of Murphy and responsible for their social media and educational program.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  17. #29 Industry Leaders talk what is upcoming for '24

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  18. #28 Join Peter Dyke as he conducts brief interviews with industry leaders to obtain their perspective of what is going on in the various HDPE markets today.

    Hear from: Greg Scoby - Crossbore Consultants Richard Kolasa - WL Plastics David Fink - Plastics Pipe Institute Shoumen Rashid - Sandale Utiliity Products Rusty Reeves - Core & Main Alan Ambler, PE - PE Alliance Richard Butler - ISCO AH McElroy Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  19. #27 Join an expert panel and the Alliance in a discussion about cold weather fusion operations.

    Cold Weather Fusion OPS Join the PE Alliance as our host Peter Dyke moderates a panel of industry experts who have developed cred in the inclement weather niche of HDPE fusion. This is one you will want to share with anyone who designs, installs or operates HDPE pipelines in marginal weather....

  20. #26 Join Peter Dyke (PE Alliance) and Jimmy Dang (Oro Loma SD) as they discuss the rollout and adoption of HDPE in his medium sized wastewater system. Lots of details and performance related conversation.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  21. #25 Dan Landy and Richard Kolasa interview PE Alliance Executive Director Peter Dyke

    Join us for an hour long interview with Peter Dyke, Executive Director of the PE Alliance as he shares what is going on with the Association in 2022. Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  22. #24 AMA Alliance Panel

    Alliance engineer Dan Landy hosts this podcast that was originally produced as part of the Alliance's webinar program. The Ask Me Anything format is a great way for a panel to discuss key issues in the rollout of HDPE pipe for cities. On the podcast are Dan Landy, PEA engineer, Jim Hoffman...

  23. #23 PE Industry Leaders Talk Outlook 2022

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  24. #22 Peter Dyke and Dan Landy discuss the latest PE Alliance capability and what to look for at the much anticipated PE Showcase '21.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  25. #21 Poly Podcast explores typical HDPE Questions and Issues with expert panelists: Richard Kolasa, Alan Ambler and Doug Keller.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  26. #20 The PE Alliance announces the latest edition of the Poly Podcast sponsored by WL Plastics. Ron Abbott of CP Chem talks with our Peter Dyke about plastic recycling and breakthrough technology his team has been working on in the lab.

    Imagine a future where plastic resin can be reformulated to pass as virgin so the possibilities for recycled plastics are endless. That future could be here soon. Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  27. #19 Two of McElroy's leaders, Brett Stone and Vince King who share their insights of Innovation at McElroy Manufacturing and the future of butt fusion.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  28. #18 Join Peter Dyke as he enjoys a lively conversation with trenchless HDPE legend, Andy Mayer. Andy has led the way for pipe bursting and HDD with HDPE for the last 20 years. After cutting his teeth with trenchless in the UK he brought his knowledge to t

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  29. #17 In a departure from the usual format, 3 marine related interview shorts combine to present how HDPE and marine applications come together to provide the same sort of benefits seen in pipelines. ISCO's marine products,  a large diameter outfall install

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor WL Plastics.

  30. #16 Chip McElroy, President of McElroy Manufacturing and Peter Dyke sit down to discuss the evolution of HDPE resin, butt fusion equipment and how McElroy manages through the wild market swings.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  31. #15 - Two veterans of HDPE use, Josh VanDiver runs the wastewater utility for Redding CA and shares significant use insights. The second guest is Holly Link, recently retired from Colorado Springs Utilities where she was the resident HDPE expert.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  32. #14 - The PE Alliance welcomes two veteran HDPE municipal users to the Podcast. Many lessons learned and interesting facts and stories from 2 engineers: Eric Shaffer (Duluth MN) and Richard Brand (East Windsor NJ).

    The PE Alliance welcomes two veteran HDPE municipal users to the Podcast. Many lessons learned and interesting facts and stories from 2 engineers: Eric Shaffer (Duluth MN) and Richard Brand (East Windsor NJ). This session is a great way for the engineer or wary municipal staff member to learn…

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  33. #13 - From his base in central Illinois, Core & Main's David Mosier is making an impact and has a unique perspective into what resonates in the Heartland.

    Core & Main - One HDPE expert that has been making great progress in the municipal market development is Core & Main's David Mosier. From his base in central Illinois, David is making an impact and has a unique perspective into what resonates in the Heartland. Thank you to our Poly Podcast…

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  34. #12 - The role of the engineer in specifying HDPE is crucial. Alan Ambler is one of those engineers and offers unique insights into the process that we go through. Join us as we get to know Alan better and learn from him about HDPE and the engineer.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  35. #11 - David Fink, PPI president, sits down with Podcast host Peter Dyke for a conversation on all things HDPE, David's career, issues in the PE world and more.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  36. #10 - Jimmy Kirchdorfer, CEO of ISCO Industries talks conception of the PE Alliance, PE market dynamics and the importance of shared vision.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  37. #9 - Join Peter Dyke and WL Plastic's Dusty Langston (VP Engineering) as the two men discuss HDPE markets, the material science behind the resin, historic PE failure mechanisms and other interesting PE topics.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  38. #8 - Peter Dyke sits down with Mike James (ISCO) about large diameter HDPE projects and the growth of HDPE for use in transmission and raw water projects.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  39. #7 - Engaging conversation with leading engineer... The Alliance hosts PE expert Stephen Boros (Pipeline Plastics) to get his perspective on pipe, the PE market and his work with PPI.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  40. #6 - Collins Orton, pipe bursting legend and dynamic speaker, talks development of the revolutionary installation method.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  41. #5 - Industry icon Harvey Svetlik talks Europe use, history of HDPE, his many experiences and what the future holds.

    Harvey Svetlik HDPE Consultant Inventor of the "MJ Adapter" Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  42. #4 - Engaging and super smart Tech Services Engineer Connor Bush (Performance Pipe) sits down with Peter Dyke to talk civil engineering and HDPE.

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  43. #3 - A Leader from McElroy: Jim Johnston

    Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  44. #2 - Join Host Peter Dyke as he interviews MIT trained chemical engineer Doug Keller who shares his perspective on the 4710 resin, evolution of the various markets and what the future holds for advancements in the product.

    Join Host Peter Dyke as he interviews MIT trained chemical engineer Doug Keller who shares his perspective on the 4710 resin, evolution of the various markets and what the future holds for advancements in the product. Thank you to our Poly Podcast sponsor Strongbridge.

  45. #1 - Peter Dyke interviews Richard Kolasa, an engineer with member WL Plastics. Richard is the Alliance's most prolific teacher of the Engineer's Talk and shares his unique and learned opinions about the direction of the North American water market.

    Richard Kolasa (WL Plastics) talks with the PE Alliance's Peter Dyke about all things HDPE. Tune In! Thank you Strongbridge for sponsoring our first ever Poly Podcast.

About this show

Join your colleagues in the industry as we learn together about the people behind the products of the HDPE industry. Coming to you on the first and third Wednesday of each month.

Hosted by

Alliance for PE Pipe

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does THE POLY PODCAST have?

THE POLY PODCAST has 45 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on October 12, 2026.

What is THE POLY PODCAST about?

Join your colleagues in the industry as we learn together about the people behind the products of the HDPE industry. Coming to you on the first and third Wednesday of each month.

How often does THE POLY PODCAST release new episodes?

THE POLY PODCAST publishes about every 52 days, based on its 45 episodes since July 2020.

Who hosts THE POLY PODCAST?

THE POLY PODCAST is created and hosted by Alliance for PE Pipe.
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