The document discusses MPW's automated wash-down system called the RB X-40. It was designed by MPW engineers to safely clean fly ash from ductwork at a large Ohio power plant. The RB X-40 uses cameras, lights and a movable spray nozzle to clean ash from inside ducts remotely, improving safety by removing workers from the hazardous environment. After an initial successful test, plant personnel were impressed with how well it exceeded expectations in removing ash quickly and efficiently while minimizing danger. MPW sees many future applications for the robotic cleaning technology.

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There are a multitude of reasons why MPW
Industrial Services is constantly investing in
technology.
The company wants to increase efficien-
cies and keep ahead of its competitors.
But the most important reason MPW
spends significant resources on cutting-
edge equipment is to maximize the safety
of its personnel.
Such is the case with MPW’s automated
wash-down system, commonly referred to
as the RB X-40.
MPW Engineering Manager Brent Kaiser
and Project Coordinator Mike Crothers
designed and built the RB X-40 specifically
to clean fly ash from duct work at AEP’s
General James M. Gavin Power Plant in
Cheshire, Ohio.
Producing 2,600 Megawatts, Gavin is the
largest coal-fired power plant in Ohio, and
one of the largest in the U.S.
The RB X-40 is attached to the inside of a
door, facing the area where the fly ash has
accumulated. It is placed on a track, giving
it the ability to move left, right, up or down.
The operator monitors the cleaning process
via video monitor and controls the aim and
spray nozzle with a controller that works
similar to a joystick.
The RB X-40 sprays water at a high flow
rate and a relatively low pressure (approxi-
mately 300 PSI), which is the most com-
mon process for fly ash washing, according
to Kaiser. It can also operate at higher
pressures and flow rates.
Cameras and lights on the unit allow the
operator to see inside ducts — which are
typically 12 feet wide and 12 to 14 feet high
— and spray at the fly ash that builds up
in depths ranging from 2 feet to 8 feet. Ad-
ditionally, it can operate inside any confined
space and blast almost any material.
Kaiser noted two key parts in RB X-40’s
functionality. The first was the video moni-
tor, which utilizes technology originally de-
signed for the fire-rescue industry.
Secondly, the team incorporated a spray-
mist mechanism that keeps the camera
clean, which can be tricky given the sticky
debris flying around.
Mike Conkle, MPW’s Branch Manager at
Gavin, said the RB X-40 is a resounding
success.
The temperature of the ash ranges from
600 to 800 degrees, according to Conkle.
The deeper the pile, the more dangerous it
is to spray.
“When you spray water into hot fly ash,
it can flash back at you and that can be
a dangerous situation, especially inside
of duct work,” Conkle said. “The RB X-40
really helps minimize that danger for our
employees.”
Conkle had his doubts about RB X-40’s
effectiveness before MPW used it at Gavin
for the first time on September 13 and 14.
RB X-40 is MPW’s key link
between technology and safety

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Hebron.
Health and Safety Manager Bob Morris organized and led the
meeting.
Morris said the goal of the first meeting was to introduce every-
one, begin the team-building process and set the parameters and
expectations of the team to fall in line with MPW’s new Corporate
Mission Statement.
“Our ultimate goal is to improve MPW’s safety culture through
proactive behavior and communication,” said Morris. “It was an
extremely productive first meeting.”
Personnel represented the branch locations of Hebron, Cones-
ville, Chillicothe, Cheshire and Mansfield at the meeting.
Health and Safety team members will act as liaisons to their re-
spective branches and to management.
“They’re responsible for coaching their co-workers, discussing
incidents and promoting corrective actions,” said Morris.
Morris said the team plans to meet monthly for the next five
months before switching to a quarterly meeting schedule. Mem-
bers will serve on the team for a minimum of two years.
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Promote and execute actions to continuously improve the safety
culture for all MPW team members. Do the right thing even when
nobody is looking because with every action there is a reaction.
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Morris, Tom Hartman, David Twyman, Jimmy Peck, Mark
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3. Anniversaries
• 32 YEAR
SAMUEL HAWKINS
• 26 YEAR
LONNIE BROWN
• 17 YEAR
MICHAEL FROST
• 16 YEAR
MICHAEL METZLER
• 15 YEAR
CEDRIC INFANTE
• 14 YEAR
JOHNATHON HOLBROOK
TONYA SULLIVAN
• 12 YEAR
MICHAEL MCCORMICK
RUFUS PEARSON
KATHY REYNOLDS
• 10 YEAR
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OMER ASHLEY
TIMOTHY BLAIR
RONNIE BOWLING
JEREMY BROWN
KIM ECHOLS
JOHN HALL
JOHN HANKS
SANDRA HARRISON
ODESSA HAWKINS
HIRAM PROCTOR
• 9 YEAR
GARY BIGHAM
MARK BORNHOFT
VINCENT WHITE
• 8 YEAR
BRANDON BRUNS
ANGELA REDMAN
• 7 YEAR
TIMOTHY CRAFT
JERMAINE FISHBURNE
VISHAL JAIN
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• 6 YEAR
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• 5 YEAR
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RB X-40 from page 1
“I’m an old-school guy,” said
Conkle. “When someone told
me they were going to design
and build something that would
remove a person from the
space, I just didn’t think it would
work. I didn’t think you would be
able to see what you’re doing.”
Conkle’s reservations were
short-lived.
“It was spectacular,” he said. “It
totally exceeded expectations.
The design was amazing. I was
impressed with the spray radius
and the way the operator can
accurately aim the water. I didn’t
think they’d be able to accom-
plish that.”
AEP’s Safety Department was
also very excited about the
results.
“The feedback from the cus-
tomer was all positive,” said
Crothers. “Everyone was
shocked at how well it went.
The Safety Department at Gavin
was tickled to death.”
Conkle said the RB X-40 also
increases efficiency by remov-
ing procedures that are neces-
sitated when a technician has to
enter the confined space. The
result is a shorter outage for the
customer.
Also, Gavin is able to keep its
boilers on-line longer as a result
of the increased quality of RB
X-40’s cleanings, according to
Crothers.
MPW has numerous future ap-
plications in mind for RB X-40.
“We can use it anyplace where
we have to wash any material,”
said Kaiser. “We’ve already de-
veloped a mobile robotic base
(the M1 Crawler) we can use
instead of attaching it to a fixed
spot. We can add a vacuum or
even a lance machine to that
base.”
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In order to save time, increase efficiency and promote safety,
MPW’s Executive Committee advises the use of vacuum seals
instead of duct tape.
According to Account Manger Joel Tallman, the use of seals has
made the vacuum processes at AEP Conesville simpler, faster
and easier to clean up due to the reduction in usage of tape and
trash bags. Additionally, with the use of vacuum seals, techni-
cians do not need to use a knife to remove the tape.
If you have any questions about obtaining or using vacuum seals,
please contact ICG Parts Warehouse Manager Dustin Kieber at
1-800-827-8790 or dkieber@mpwservices.com, or Joel Tallman
at 614-595-8590 or jtallman@mpwservices.com.
Suggestion to technicians
using vacuum tubing:

4. Leader Spotlights
Family: Wife of 34 years Linda; Daughter: Tonjya
Price; Son: Ronnie Jr.; Five grandsons: Brenden,
Breven, Braden, Dante, Mathayus
Places lived: Moberly Mo.; Sedalia, Mo.; Jackson-
ville, Fla.
First Job: Hauled can milk
Hobbies: Hunting, working on old cars, playing
poker
Little Known Fact about yourself: I love to play
in poker tournaments
Favorite Lunch Spot: The End Zone
Favorite Sports Team: Chiefs
Favorite Smell: Fresh-baked bread
Favorite Song: “Boys ’Round Here” by Blake
Shelton
Favorite Season: Spring
Favorite Movie: “JFK”
What was the last book you read? “Rush Revere
and the First Patriots: Time-Travel Adventures
With Exceptional Americans” by Rush Limbaugh
Favorite Vacation Spot: Florida
Always wanted to try… To play in the World
Series of Poker
Three words to describe yourself: Honest,
dedicated, hardworking
Superpower you wish you had: See into the
future
Your secret to a good life: Happy wife
Most Cherished item(s): Old coins from my
father
Can’t go a day without… Coffee
The one thing you will never understand: Be-
ing late
What helps you unwind after work? Happy
hour
On the weekends you can be found… At MPW
Plant in Sedalia
What drives you? To be the best at anything I
commit to
Greatest Accomplishment? Keeping a woman
happy for 35 years
One day to live, what do you do? Spend it with
my wife, children, and grandsons
What is your favorite thing about working at
MPW? The different challenges and the opportu-
nities that are available
RONNIE PRICE
PLANT MANAGER, INDUSTRIAL WATER
SEDALIA, MO.
Family: Mother, father, four siblings, two nieces
and two nephews
Places lived: Baltimore, Ohio and Athens, Ohio
First Job: Hostess at Bob Evans
Hobbies: It’s going to be kettlebell workouts
Little Known Fact about yourself: I can play the
harp with my feet
Favorite Lunch Spot: None. It’s about the people
with you
Favorite Sports Team: The winning team
Favorite Smell: Fresh morning air
Favorite Song: “Learning to Fly” by Tom Petty
(one of many)
Favorite Season: Spring
Favorite Movie: “Fight Club” (one of many)
What was the last book you read? “Freakonom-
ics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side
of Everything” by Stephen J. Dubner and Stephen
D. Levitt
Favorite Vacation Spot: New York City, Virginia
Beach
Always wanted to try… Backpacking across
Europe
Three words to describe yourself: Brown eyes,
brunette, 5’4”
Superpower you wish you had: Teleportation
Your secret to a good life: Appreciate the good
moments
Most Cherished item(s): My two cats
Can’t go a day without… Diet Mountain Dew
The one thing you will never understand:
Drivers who pull out in front of me forcing me to
hit my breaks and they proceed to drive under the
speed limit
What helps you unwind after work? Reading a
good book with a glass of wine
On the weekends you can be found… Serving
pizza and cold beer
What drives you? The desire to leave my foot-
print (in a positive, green way)
Greatest Accomplishment? Is yet to come
One day to live, what do you do? Spend time
with loved ones
What is your favorite thing about working at
MPW? The people. Not just those I work with
directly in the Training Department, but everyone
I have met has been more than willing to offer
information, perspective and their expertise when
it comes to MPW.
BRYAN WARREN
FIELD SERVICE REP, INDUSTRIAL WATER
GULF COAST REGION
Family: My son, daughter and my girlfriend and
her two daughters
Places lived: Zanesville, Ohio; Oklahoma; Texas
First Job: Three Way Tire – changed tires
Hobbies: Baseball – My son has played travel ball
since he was 8. I have traveled all over the U.S.
supporting my son’s dreams.
Little Known Fact about yourself: After Katrina
hit New Orleans, the company I owned at the time
fed 168 families that were placed near my home
town. What an amazing time we had.
Favorite Lunch Spot: Larry’s French Market
Favorite Sports Team: Baseball – Detroit Tigers
Football – Atlanta Falcons
Favorite Smell: My girlfriend’s perfume!
Favorite Song: “Paint Me A Birmingham” by
Tracy Lawrence
Favorite Season: Summer
Favorite Movie: “Law Abiding Citizen”
What was the last book you read? The David H.
Paul Manual
Favorite Vacation Spot: Angel Fire, New Mexico
Always wanted to try… Parasailing
Three words to describe yourself: Fun, spontane-
ous, outgoing
Superpower you wish you had: X-ray vision. It
gets very difficult to see what’s going on inside tanks
and vessels.
Your secret to a good life: Live one day at a time
and enjoy it as if it were your last!
Most Cherished item(s): The Lord’s Prayer card I
got from my mother’s funeral. It stays in my wallet
every day. My family!
Can’t go a day without… Speaking to my family
The one thing you will never understand: The
timing of death!
What helps you unwind after work? There’s no
such thing, LOL! Family!
On the weekends you can be found… If not
working I can be found hanging out with family
and friends!
What drives you? A strong work ethic. Just the
everyday challenges and the want and desire to
make sure that whatever I do is 100 percent.
Greatest Accomplishment? My kids.
One day to live, what do you do? Spend it with
family and friends and plenty of boiled crawfish
What is your favorite thing about working at
MPW? The People! But being in the field a lot and
getting to interact with customers and hear their
feedback as well sure ensures that I am working for a
world-class outfit.
COLLEEN EDDY
TRAINING COORDINATOR
HEBRON, OHIO
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