Realizing the Value of AI & Advanced Analytics

Dr. Marc Heggemann is head of Digital Solutions with Sulzer. Heggemann works across the Flow Equipment and Services divisions to drive the use of data driven customer solutions in new and existing pump applications. With 1,000s of pump evaluations completed, Heggemann is highly aware of the demands pump operators are under and how the correct use of data analytics and insights helps them make informed decisions to minimize the “make or break” situations engineering teams experience.

Heggemann studied in Germany, Switzerland, and the United States. He holds a Doctor of Natural Sciences in the field of mathematical modelling and its application to industrial processes. Marc also holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Rochester NY. Heggemann has more than 20 years of experience solving complex business problems in fluid engineering with multi-functional, highly skilled teams across business units and industries globally.

Manish Talwar, currently serving as the head of Retrofits Americas for Sulzer, has over a decade’s experience in delivering customized retrofit solutions for centrifugal pumping systems. Starting as a graduate mechanical engineer in Leeds, United Kingdom, he progressed through the roles of retrofit specialist in the U.K. and Asia Pacific, to his current leadership position.

Talwar’s expertise spans technical optimization of equipment, implementing growth strategies, and leading global product lines. His current role involves driving growth in the Americas and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality retrofit projects. A mechanical engineer by trade, Talwar brings a wealth of technical knowledge to his customer-centric role, providing solutions to pumping problems and supporting Sulzer's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.