Kistler O'Brien Podcast

KOB Podcast host Tyler Trumbauer appeared on an episode of the Fire Away Podcast, hosted by Fireline. Tyler appeared in the studio to chat with the Fireline team about partnering with Encore Fire Protection, having a podcast in the fire protection industry, and more!

Host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Jimi Honochick, the president of the YMI Insurance Agency. Tyler and Jimi talks about his podcast, the YMI Talking Podcast, as well as the relationship between the insurance and fire protection industries.

Host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Chris Bullock and Jamie Knowles from Amerex about one of the trending topics in fire protection, lithium-ion batteries.

Host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Chris Bullock, a regional sales manager with Amerex about portable fire extinguishers.

Host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Josh McDonald, the Director of Training and Operations for the AFSA (American Fire Sprinkler Association), in the first episode of 2025. The two discuss the latest in the fire protection industry, Josh's new fire sprinkler-themed children's book, the AFSA's new podcast, and his predictions for the industry.

Host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Kistler O'Brien's executive vice president, Scott Guzzo, about his history in the life safety industry, his new role as the top executive at KOB, and what the future holds for the organization as well as the fire protection industry overall.

In this episode of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Dwayne Engle, the branch manager for the South Central Branch at Kistler O'Brien Fire Protection. The two discuss the growth of that office branch as well as the upcoming relocation of the office and more.

Host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Kistler O'Brien Fire Protection's shop manager, Ron Ford, about his job, the role the Shop plays in KOB's operations, and his newly-elected position of president of PAFED.

In this episode of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer chats about fire safety training with KOB's certified fire trainer, Don Colfax. They discuss what training curriculum covers, the types KOB offers and how important it is for a company to hold a fire safety training session for their employees.

In the March 2024 episode of the Kistler O'Brien Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer talks with Tom & Jeremy O'Connor of Encore Fire Protection. They discuss Encore Fire Protection's history, mission, and partnership with Kistler O'Brien Fire Protection.

In the February 2024 edition of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer chats with Fire Suppression System Sales Representative Joanne Link to discuss the specific systems she works with and some new developments in that part of the industry in 2024.

In the return of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer sits down with returning guest Tom Fantasia of Kistler O'Brien Fire Protection. They discuss the latest evolving changes from governmental policy and manufacturer changes. Tom provides an update on what property and business owners can expect now and in the near future with fire suppression.

The KOB Podcast returns after a brief hiatus with some returning guests discussing a new topic, the AIM Act. Stephen Mosser and Tom Fantasia join host Tyler Trumbauer to discuss a new act impacting the clean agent suppression area.

In the March 2022 podcast, Tyler talks with Stephen Mosser, one of the newest members of KOB's sales team. The two discuss Stephen's professional experience, his thoughts on the fire safety industry, and the types of systems he specializes in.

In the February 2022 Podcast, Tyler talks with Carl Ray of Lubrizol about their Antifreeze solution that is part of a new code requirement going into effect in late 2022.

In the first episode of 2022, Tyler talks with Kelly Scott, one of the newest members of the KOB Family, about joining Team KOB, why she switched industries, and her thoughts since her first day!

In the final episode of the KOB Podcast for 2021, Tyler looks back at some of the most viewed podcasts from the year.

In the November 2021 episode of the KOB Podcast, Tyler talks with Tom Field of Reliable Sprinkler. The two discuss the partnership between KOB and Reliable, the latest supply chain issues, and even debunk some of the Hollywood myths about sprinkler systems.

Host Tyler Trumbauer celebrates the one-year anniversary of the KOB Podcast by looking back on some of the episodes from the last 12 months.

In the September 2021 episode of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer talks with Pre-Engineered Kitchen Sales Representative Anthony Hertzog about his move from a technician to a sales role, the systems he works with, his thoughts on working at Kistler O'Brien and more!

In the August 2021 edition of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler talks with Chris Steeples of Firetrace. The conversation focuses on CNC machines in addition to discussions about the future of the life safety industry!

In the July 2021 episode of the Kistler O'Brien Podcast host Tyler talks with Kistler O'Brien HR Manager Ashley Strohl. The two talk about what it's like to work at KOB, the current available job openings, and how hiring has changed over the past year.

In the June 2021 episode of the Kistler O'Brien Podcast host Tyler talks with AFSA President Bob Caputo. The two discuss the mission of the AFSA, the importance of fire sprinkler systems, and the future of the fire safety industry.

In the May 2021 episode of the Kistler O'Brien Podcast host Tyler talks with Pre-Engineered System Sales Representative Joanne Link. The two discuss the systems she works with at KOB, the advantages of being proactive with fire safety solutions instead of reactive, and more!

In the April 2021 episode of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler Trumbauer talks with KOB colleague Jason Axe. Jason is the Delaware Valley Sprinkler Manager, leading a new hub for the company's sprinkler department based out of the West Chester office. The two discuss the new division, how it will help our customers, and more!

In the March 2021 episode of the KOB Podcast, host Tyler talks with Eric Minnich, the Lehigh County Coroner and the Assistant Fire Chief for the Neffs Volunteer Fire Company, to get his unique perspective on the fire and life safety industry.

In this episode of the KOB podcast, Tyler has a conversation about BDA systems with Kistler O'Brien sales representative Steve as well as RSI's Director of Marketing & Business Development Derek Case. The trio discuss the details of BDA systems, the RSI solution, and how this impacts building safety.

The KOB Podcast is back for 2021 with its first episode of the new year. Host Tyler talks one-one-one with long-time Kistler O'Brien employee Steve Schneider to discuss the history of KOB, how the company has grown, and why fire safety is so important to him.

In the final episode of the KOB Podcast for 2020, host Tyler Trumbauer talks with Kistler O'Brien's Service Sales Representatives about adapting during the COVID-19 pandemic and how this new normal has impacted business.

Following a successful debut during 2020's National Fire Prevention Week, the KOB Podcast returns with a new episode, featuring Tom Fantasia. Host Tyler Trumbauer talks one-on-one with Kistler O'Brien System Sales Representative Tom Fantasia about Tom's career in the life safety industry, the benefits of an automated clean agent fire suppression system, and more!