In this episode of ‘View from the Road,’ host Bob Abrahamson speaks with Joe Schultheis, Director of North American Sales at Waltron. They discuss the importance of maintaining and calibrating analytical equipment, particularly sodium analyzers, to ensure reliability and sustainability. Joe highlights issues related to aging equipment, changing industry workforce dynamics, and the increasing need for reduced maintenance interaction. Practical tips for maintaining sodium analyzers, such as calibration, probe replacement, and proper storage, are provided to help customers get the most out of their equipment. The conversation also touches on the challenges of managing equipment amid staff shortages and evolving operational demands.