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Three Ways an Industrial Puller Will Boost Productivity in Your Plant
May 23, 2013 4:36 pm | by Industrial Pulley PullerHow much downtime does the equipment in your plant spend per week as maintenance technicians work to remove frozen, rusted, or stuck pulleys, bearings, and sprockets from shafts? From the shipyard to the paper mill to the mines, removing frozen objects from shafts can be one of the biggest—and most unnecessary—time wastes that maintenance teams face. Small-scale, hand tool-based removal methods such as torches and crowbars are at best risky and time-consuming, and often require the efforts of multiple maintenance workers to get the job done. An industrial puller, rugged-built for years of service in the plant and providing literally tons of force, solves this problem by allowing the same job to be done by just one person in much less time, saving you hours, labor, and ultimately cost.
Checking voltage frequency ratio on variable speed drives
May 1, 2013 5:03 pm | by FlukeWith their unique triggering and measuring functions, Fluke ScopeMeter 190 Series II portable oscilloscopes are ideal for analyzing the voltage-frequency ratio of pulse-width-modulated variable speed drives.
The benefits of vibration screening
April 1, 2013 5:24 pmVibration can identify problems before other symptoms, including heat, sound, electrical consumption, and lubricant impurities. More than half of unplanned downtime is attributed to mechanical failures. While many things can impact the life of a machine, once the first signs of failure appear, a machine generally has only a matter of months before failing completely. Vibration testing provides a way to determine where the machine is on the failure curve and react appropriately.
Mechanical vibration: Where do I start, and what is the benefit?
April 1, 2013 5:20 pm | by FlukeVibration can identify problems before other symptoms—heat, sound, electrical consumption, lubricant impurities. Over half of unplanned downtime is attributed to mechanical failures. While many things can impact the life of a machine, once the first signs of failure appear a machine generally has a matter of months before failing completely. Vibration testing provides a way to determine where the machine is on the failure curve and react appropriately.
Overall vibration, severity levels and crest factor plus
April 1, 2013 5:14 pm | by FlukeMechanical Vibration is a notoriously difficult subject matter to master. A quick glance at a textbook in the field shows that the advanced practitioner must master sophisticated concepts in mathematics and physics in order to accurately collect and interpret vibration data. This has caused a major problem for industrial plants—the benefits of a vibration testing program are well known, but far too many plants choose to avoid vibration testing because of the perceived complexity.
Machinery Fault Diagnosis Guide
March 5, 2012 12:09 pm | by LudecaUnbalance, misalignment, bearing failures, gear faults, motor electrical problems, etc. are typical faults experienced in all equipment. Identification and elimination of these faults and other issues are critical to maintaining the health of your plant equipment. Healthy equipment means lower maintenance cost, increased uptime, better product quality and a safer work environment for employees. This illustrated guide will help you determine the most common equipment problems using vibration analysis as a diagnosis tool.Download your complimentary copy now!
A Practical Guide to Shaft Alignment
March 5, 2012 12:06 pm | by LudecaLaser alignment is an essential component of a proactive maintenance strategy for rotating machines. This practical guide provides information and guidelines for the implementation of good shaft alignment of directly coupled rotating equipment including terminology, alignment methods, troubleshooting soft foot, causes of machine breakdown and related case studies.Download your copy now!
A Practical Guide to Pulley Alignment
March 5, 2012 12:03 pm | by LudecaLaser alignment is an essential component of a proactive maintenance strategy for belt-driven machines. This practical guide provides guidelines and information for the implementation of good pulley alignment of belt-driven equipment, including terminology, proper alignment methods, soft foot, and best maintenance practices.Download your copy now!
Aerial Work Platform Maintenance - ENSURING A SAFE AND EFFICIENT WORKPLACE
September 8, 2011 1:10 pm | by NES RentalsWith a lasting economic downturn, it’s more important than ever to ensure that you stay on budget and within deadlines. And while some delays are inevitable — those caused by extreme weather, for example — it’s preventing the preventable that’s crucial for maintaining efficiency.
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Sustainability of HVAC Air Handlers
May 31, 2011 6:27 am | by CRTAir Handler replacement is unexpected, costing businesses thousands. Technology exists that provides a solution at a fraction of the cost.
Unlocking The Potential of ERP
May 3, 2011 1:11 pm | by SG SystemsMake the most of real-time production floor information by providing ERP links to the shop floor, bridging the gap between the management team and the shop floor.
How to Choose Your Rental Partner
April 6, 2011 12:59 pm | by NES RentalsNot sure you’ve picked the right rental partner? NES Rentals can help. Our free white paper describes an unbiased, quantitative system for rating customer service and company performance — so you can be sure you’re trusting the right company with your business.
SPCC Compliance Solutions
March 18, 2011 11:27 am | by New Pig CorporationEstablishing and following good engineering practices, and being prepared to handle spills, are two key elements of a successful Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plan.
Boosting Energy Efficiency With Pneumatics Optimization
March 16, 2011 11:57 am | by Bosch RexrothWhen generating and using compressed air in industrial machines, targeted measures within a comprehensive energy saving concept can significantly improve energy efficiency at the machine level.
