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Beyond the System | CIMCO Podcast

Beyond the System | CIMCO Podcast

About the show

CIMCO's podcast dedicated to helping you get more from your thermal system, without overcomplicating it.

01 Inspect 02 Maintain 03 Replace

Hosted by industry experts Josh Bell and Dave Fauser, the series breaks down practical, real-world strategies built around one simple idea: Inspect. Maintain. Replace. (IMR)

Each episode dives into the equipment, decisions, and everyday challenges plant operators and facility managers face, offering clear, experience-driven guidance you can actually use on-site. From avoiding costly breakdowns to improving efficiency and planning, Beyond the System is about giving you the tools and strategies to stay in control, so your system runs reliably, and your operations run smoothly.

Inspect, Maintain, Replace framework

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Past episodes

Episode 04 · Josh Bell & Dave Fauser

Will Your Valves Hold When You Need Them Most?

The critical role valves play in system reliability and safety, how to spot trouble early, and how to build a smart valve inspection and replacement strategy.

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Episode 03 · Josh Bell & Dave Fauser

Could Your Heat Exchanger Be Holding Back System Performance?

Why plate and frame heat exchangers matter more than their size suggests, the warning signs of declining performance, and how IMR extends their life.

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Episode 01 · Josh Bell & Dave Fauser

Don't Wait for It to Break: The IMR Approach

The IMR approach unpacked: what you can manage yourself, when to call a contractor, and how smarter planning reduces surprises and controls costs.

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Running the show

David Fauser and Josh Bell, hosts of Beyond the System

David Fauser

Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Strategy

David Fauser has spent more than two decades at CIMCO helping customers solve challenges, improve performance, and get more value from their refrigeration systems. As Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Strategy, he's known for asking two simple questions: Why are we doing this? and What value does it bring to the customer? That curiosity and customer-first mindset shape everything from long-term strategy to everyday decision-making. Dave has a knack for simplifying complex topics, challenging assumptions, and finding practical solutions that make a real difference. When he's not talking refrigeration, strategy, or sustainability, he's likely in a pool, on a bike, or navigating the daily logistics of getting his kids where they need to be.

Josh Bell

Vice President, Ontario & Western Canada

Josh Bell is Vice President for Ontario & Western Canada at CIMCO and a true lifer in refrigeration, with over two decades of hands-on experience in the field. Starting his career on the tools, Josh has worked through construction and service roles, helping shape technician training programs, safety best practices, and innovations like CIMCO's patented Smart Transfer system. A Red Seal mechanic at heart, he's known for keeping things practical and grounded in real-world experience. Outside of work, you'll likely find him on the water fishing, around boats, or working on anything that involves tools, because if it can be built, fixed, or improved, he's all in.

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