Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation articles from May 2003

Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation archives from May 2003

Simco Industrial Control.
May 1, 2003... The Aerostat Phoenix from Simco Industrial Control provides ionized air to neutralize static charge from any material or surface in applications where high voltages are created through contact and separation of materials. It features an...

Pflow Industries, Inc.
May 1, 2003... Pflow Industries, Inc., offers a continuous vertical conveying system (CVC) with a steel-reinforced, polyurethane belt design. The self-supporting, high-speed package-handling system provides automatic, non-stop transportation of totes or small...

Raytek Corp.
May 1, 2003... Raytek Corp. introduces the PhotoTemp MX6 integrated infrared thermometer and digital camera. It takes non-contact temperature measurements while documenting them with digital photographs. It features the TrueSpot coaxial laser sighting system....

Sherwin-Williams Industrial and Marine Coatings.
May 1, 2003... Fast Glo Acrylic Safety-Marking Paint from Sherwin-Williams Industrial and Marine Coatings is a single-component acrylic. Its phosphorescent pigment glows yellow/green in the dark for up to four hours. It can be used to mark escape routes for...

Minimize the risk. (Editorial Comments).
May 1, 2003... Senator Jon Corzine (D., NJ), was quoted last month in the Philadelphia Inquirer saying, "At the end of the day, you are not going to be able to build fences high enough and put on enough guards that somebody won't be able to circumvent that....

Study recommends pollution curbs for older plants. (Industry Newsline).
May 1, 2003... An independent study requested by Congress and the Environmental Protection Agency advised lawmakers last month to stop exempting older air polluting facilities from having to install new pollution controls. Prepared by a panel from the...

Defense contractors post first-quarter gains. (Industry Newsline).
May 1, 2003... Large defense contractors Raytheon Co., Lockheed Martin Corp. and Boeing Co. reported strong first-quarter gains last month, due to increased defense spending from both U.S. and foreign customers. Lockheed Martin, based in Bethesda, MD,...

Judge approves U.S. Steel bid for National Steel. (Industry Newsline).
May 1, 2003... A federal bankruptcy judge approved U.S. Steel's $1.05 billion bid for National Steel last month, ending a four-month fight for the Mishawaka, N-based company. The acquisition makes Pittsburgh, PA-based U.S. Steel the world's fifth-largest...

Western states face record drought. (Industry Newsline).
May 1, 2003... Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming and Nevada are among Western states that. face severe water shortages for a fifth year in a row. According to the Denver-based American Water Works Assn. (AWWA), in 2002, Colorado suffered its driest year since 1894....

OSHA schedules public hearing on standards. (Industry Newsline).
May 1, 2003... The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has scheduled an informal public hearing in Washington, D.C. July 8-9 to discuss the agency's Standards Improvement Project. The project addresses 40 provisions in 23 standards for general...

EPA names 39 Energy Star partners for 2002. (Industry Newsline).
May 1, 2003... EPA Administrator Christie Whitman presented Energy Star Partner of the Year Awards for 2002 to 39 businesses and organizations last month for helping to cut greenhouse-gas emissions through energy efficiency. Whitman said U.S. Energy-Star...

Manufacturing Job Losses by State (Top 10).
May 1, 2003... Manufacturing Job Losses by State (Top 10) July 2000 to December 2002 July 2000 Dec. 2002 Change % Change California 1,951,200 1,784,100 167,100 -8.6 Texas 1,090,600 991,100 ...

Environmental Protection Agency. (News Briefs).
May 1, 2003... * The Environmental Protection Agency has released the Guide for Industrial Waste Management, a voluntary industrial-waste-management guide that identifies best-management practices for all non-hazardous industrial wastes. It is aimed at the...

American Society of Safety Engineers Foundation. (News Briefs).
May 1, 2003... * The United Parcel Service has donated $35,000 to the American Society of Safety Engineers Foundation for occupational safety and diversity scholarships. The Illinois-based trade group said the money would provide up to six scholarships of...

Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association. (News Briefs).
May 1, 2003... * The Manufacturing Enterprise Solutions Association will present three Manufacturing Excellence Awards this September at its Annual Conference and Exhibition in Chicago. The awards from the Arizona-based group recognize manufacturer...

Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America, Inc. (News Briefs).
May 1, 2003... * Toyota Motor Manufacturing North America, Inc., has chosen a 200-acre site in Jackson, TN, to build a die-casting plant to make aluminum engine blocks. The $124 million facility will be operated by Bodine Aluminum, Inc., Toyota's...

Klein Tools, Inc. (News Briefs).
May 1, 2003... * Klein Tools, Inc., has become a sponsor of the Andretti Green Racing Team for the 2003 racing season. The company's logo will be displayed on the Klein Tools/Jim Beam entry driven by Dan Wheldon. It will also be displayed on the cars and...

Lift truck. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... The C8000 is an 8,000-lb. capacity, four-directional vehicle with an LP-gas engine designed to operate indoors and outdoors. It features hydrostatic drive and brakes that provide speed control in confined spaces and torque for semi-rough...

Solid-film lubricants. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... E/M air-dry, solid-film lubricants feature molybdenum disulfide, PTFE and/or graphite-based solid-film lubricant resin technologies. Suitable for MRO applications, they exhibit properties similar to cured lubricants. Morgan Advanced Ceramics,...

Conduit fittings. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... These metallic, liquid-tight conduit fittings are available in straight-body design. UL- and environmental-enclosure rated, they provide protection against windblown dust and rain, splashing water, hose-directed water and damage from external...

Reel. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... The ReelTek hybrid design includes a steel base and arm, a spool constructed of lightweight, composite components and an industrial-grade swivel. It is suitable for light industrial air, water, oil and grease applications. ReelTek also features...

Tool bucket. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... The Cordura hard-body tool bucket features 14 external and 15 internal pockets for tool organization. The hard-body liner, wrapped with INOSIL corrosion-shield and internally covered with nylon Cordura, is made from a blend of natural, nontoxic...

Leak-diverter system. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... The PIG leak-diverter system for roofs is designed to protect workers, floors, and equipment from overhead leaks. The tarp uses a drain-hose fitting as a downspout to drain water away from work areas. Flame-retardant for extra protection, the...

Industrial security: new threats call for new tactics. (Cover Story).
May 1, 2003... A growing list of threats to industry means today's plant managers must take added steps to safeguard their facilities, workers and proprietary information. Here are some considerations. On the morning of February 5, 2001, William Baker...

Torque-controlled wrenches. (Product Focus: Tools).
May 1, 2003... T-series torque-controlled wrenches provide repeatable torque for light assembly. When torque limit is reached, wrenches emit an audible click. Two models are available. Calibration can be in inch or metric settings. ASG, div. of Jergens, Inc.,...

Wire stripper/cutters. (Product Focus: Tools).
May 1, 2003... Klein-Kurve wire stripper/cutters shear screws plus strip, cut, and loop solid wire. Made of hardened steel, they feature double-dipped comfort handles; wire-gauge markings located on both sides of the tool; and precision, staggered cutting...

Air-powered pipe saw. (Product Focus: Tools).
May 1, 2003... The WrapTrack is an air-powered saw with band-track kits for cutting heavy-wall pipe. It clamps around the pipe circumference and the saw mounts securely using a trolley system with four "V-"stainless-steel roll guides. Featuring a pneumatic...

DIN-rail cutter. (Product Focus: Tools).
May 1, 2003... The DIN-rail cutter features precision-tool steel, designed for cutting steel rails and leaving a square, clean edge. The tool is lightweight and portable, and can be bolted to a bench, chucked in a vice or used without fastening. Haewa Corp.,...

Crimp tool. (Product Focus: Tools).
May 1, 2003... This battery-operated crimp tool extends the line of copper crimping products for use with the ProPress System, a press-connection system that crimps copper tubes. It runs on a metal hydride battery, and the crimping-tool head swivels 90...

Solvent-adhesive. (Product Round-Up: Adhesives).
May 1, 2003... M1305 and M1315 are two-part solvent-free structural acrylics. They can bond plastics and metals in any combination. The products resist peel, fatigue and impact loads, and will adhere to structurai thermoplastics, aluminum and steel....

Low-expansion adhesive. (Product Round-Up: Adhesives).
May 1, 2003... Resbond 905 adheres to low-expansion materials like quartz, fiber optics, lithium-alumina silicates and metals. It cures at room temperature to form electrically and chemically resistant bonds that will prevent cracking in thermal cycling...

Ceramic adhesive. (Product Round-Up: Adhesives).
May 1, 2003... Ceramabond 865 is a single-part ceramic adhesive. Aluminum-nitride filled, it is suitable for applications in which high-temperature resistance and high-thermal conductivity are required. In addition to bonding ceramics, it is useful on metals...

Adhesive dispenser. (Product Round-Up: Adhesives).
May 1, 2003... The 752SYS dispensing system applies controlled beads of low- to medium-viscosity adhesives. It uses controlled air pressure to regulate adhesive application. Light finger pressure on the valve lever opens the valve to produce a uniform bead of...

Low-glare fixtures. (Product Round-Up: Lights, Lamps & Ballasts).
May 1, 2003... The NL Series fixtures offer low-glare lighting for manufacturing locations. The prismatic H.I.D. sodium lamps with two-to-one vertical-to-horizontal foot candles illuminate vertical surfaces. OZ/Gedney, EGS Electrical Group, 7770 N. Frontage...

Halogen machine light. (Product Round-Up: Lights, Lamps & Ballasts).
May 1, 2003... The HPW-20 waterproof halogen light is used when fluids are problematic for normal machine lighting. It provides a concentrated spot of light. The luminaire features a transformer built into the base arm. Waldmann Lighting, 9 West Century Dr.,...

Ballasts. (Product Round-Up: Lights, Lamps & Ballasts).
May 1, 2003... SmartMate ICF-2S42-M2 ballasts are available with length-mounting feet and dual-entry connector; with bottom-mount PEM studs and single-entry connector; and with a single-entry bottom connector without studs. All connectors are color-coded for...

Light towers. (Product Round-Up: Lights, Lamps & Ballasts).
May 1, 2003... Trailer-mounted light towers provide safety for workers during non-daylight hours. Two models feature telescopic tower technology. The fold-down outrigger system includes dual-deployment positions for uneven surfaces. With the tilt-actuating...

Loading-dock seal fires: why they occur, how to prevent them. (Tech Check).
May 1, 2003... Burned loading dock-seal head pads or head pads damaged with burn holes can be found on many docks at which truck/trailers stay parked with the engine running for as little as 20 minutes. Frequency of the burn holes -- and fires, in some cases...

Hydraulic lift tables. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... Battery-powered lift tables feature a magnet-backed remote control attached by a coiled cord so an operator can be positioned anywhere around the table. Standard on all models are LED-battery charging status indicators, an illuminated...

Free Electrical Designers Reference software. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... A fully integrated set of electrical calculation modules and design procedures for engineers, designers, contractors, inspectors and instructors is now available free from Littelfuse. EDR -- Electrical Designer's Reference -- performs a variety...

Hazmat cabinets. (Product News).
May 1, 2003... These cabinets are equipped with fire-resistant, solid gypsum walls. Standard configuration includes two shelves, spill sump with stainless-steel cover, self-closing/automatically closing doors, ventilation and ports. The cabinets protect...

Solenoid valves. (Tech Bench: Fluid Power).
May 1, 2003... The ex-tec solenoid valve features a straight-through and in-line open/closed shut-off design. It is available in brass or stainless steel construction, with FPM and TFE seals. Springer Co-Ax, Inc., 10 Noeland Ave., Penndel, PA 19047;...

Air-valve technology. (Tech Bench: Fluid Power).
May 1, 2003... Isonic MOD 3 series air-valve technology incorporates internal wiring, a built-in POB connector, and snap-on installation. encapsulated in a thermo-plastic valve body. Mead Fluid Dynamics, lnc.,4114 N. Knox Ave., Chicago, IL 60641;...

Pump baseplates and guards. (Tech Bench: Fluid Power).
May 1, 2003... Pump/motor baseplates and_guards are tools designed for pump and motor installation. They are available in vertical or horizontal configurations and feature heavy-gauge construction of powder-coated steel or stainless steel. The units are ready...

Pressure-regulating valve. (Tech Bench: Fluid Power).
May 1, 2003... This compact, pressure-regulating unloader valve coordinates with stainless steel pumps. The flow-through design mounts into the pump discharge line. It is designed to set system pressure and go into bypass when a trigger gun is released or the...

CMMS upgrade helps plywood maker boost production, efficiency. (Field Report).
May 1, 2003... Weldwood of Canada, Ltd., is a leading producer of plywood and lumber products. To meet ever-increasing demand, the company, a subsidiary of International Paper Co., recently made key investments in new technology to increase plant capacity at...

Industrial computers. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... JLT flat-panel computers are suitable for warehouse vehicles and industrial machine automation. The touchscreen units feature operating-system alternatives like DOS and Windows 98/2000/NT 4.0/CE/XP. They can be configured to meet any network or...

Processors. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... Built on NetSilicon NET+50 processor, the Digi Connect 50 is a hardware platform including a collection of L advanced networking features and protocols. It can migrate seamlessly from an external box to full integration of a processor-based...

Conduit expansion coupling. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... The XJG-TB rigid conduit expansion coupling features an internal bonding jumper to prevent tampering and corrosion in long runs of conduit. This copper braid jumper is a fault current carrier and passes the UL ground fault test. No disassembly...

Pin & Sleeve Connectors. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... EPIC Pin & Sleeve Connectors are UL-and CSA-listed. Their interlocked switched socket outlets are pre-wired and double-protection rated against violent jets of water and accidental immersion. They are available in splash-proof and watertight...

MIG welding. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... For MIG welding aluminum in light manufacturing and fabrication, the Push-Pull Module is mounted directly to the side of the Millermatic 251, enabling spools of aluminum wire to be run on the internal wire system. The push-pull design provides...

Adjustable-speed generator. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... The OptiGen generator automatically adjusts generated power output to match load requirements. It features power electronics and engine control that automatically adjusts engine speed while monitoring electrical-power use. It maintains constant...

Shelving. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... Lyon 8000 Series Shelving combines a T-post upright with Box "W" shelves in a choice of gauges. These systems can be engineered up to three levels high, and can be integrated with hand-loaded storage rack for bulk storage and modular drawers...

Hydraulic cylinders. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... The cylinder differential tie rod (CDT4) series of hydraulic cylinders is suitable for machine tool, automotive, press, plastics machinery, material handling and wood and paper industry applications. Cylinders feature a single removable rod...

Roll groover. (PE&FM Show Review).
May 1, 2003... The Vic-Easy Series 276FSD is a self-contained roll groover with integral motor, safety foot switch and power plug. The unit handles schedule 40 steel, stainless steel, PVC and aluminum pipe. It is portable and self-contained. Victaulic Tool...

IAQ Reference Guide. (New Literature).
May 1, 2003... "A Reference Guide to Indoor Air Quality" is an eight-page, pocket-size guide that provides a glossary of common industry terms, formulas and conversion tables, a chart on typical particulate sizes, and technical data, including a comparison...

Scientific publication reference. (New Literature).
May 1, 2003... The "Book of Books Update" features more than 200 pages of useful publications and 100 Dilbert cartoons. It features information about scientific and technical books, CD-roms, videos, and software in the categories of chemical, electrical,...

Commemorative edition. (New Literature).
May 1, 2003... In honor of the Ford Motor Co.'s centennial, Henry Ford's 1926 classic Today and Tomorrow is offered. Its 24 chapters cover: money, power and big business; work standards; learning from waste; employee motivation; and the power of education....

Fan product literature. (Literature Rack: HVAC).
May 1, 2003... The Multi-Wing H series fan spec sheets detail product features, applications and materials. Selection guide and ordering chart are included. Crowley Co., 15030 Berkshire Industrial Pkwy., Burton, OH 44021; 800-311-8465; crowleyfans.com. ...

Centrifugal fans. (Literature Rack: HVAC).
May 1, 2003... The 44-page brochure describes the features of its Class I centrifugal fans. It provides information on sizes and configurations for exhaust or supply applications. Barry Blower, 4509 Springfield St., Dayton, OH 45431; 937-476-6500;...

Calibration and metrology course schedule. (Training Aids).
May 1, 2003... Fluke has released its 2003 schedule for calibration and metrology courses, as well as product-specific courses for its new MET/CAL Plus V 7 and other calibration products. Course sizes are limited; it is recommended that students register at...

Safety training program. (Training Aids).
May 1, 2003... The BASIC Safety training program can help your organization reduce property damage, personal injury or save a life. Electrical safety experts lead facility engineers, electricians, maintenance, line workers and other personnel through a...

Training schools. (Training Aids).
May 1, 2003... Dates are announced for two training schools. Boiler Application School features instruction from industry experts on selecting the correct boiler, vent system, pumps, piping system and control system for boiler applications. Dates are Aug....

Electrical program. (Training Aids).
May 1, 2003... At its 2003 convention in San Francisco (June 29 to July 2), the Electrical Apparatus Service Association will offer a business and technical program that includes courses on root-cause failure analysis; methodology and case study;...

Lapp launches the EPIC[R] HBE Series "Quick 48" Program. (Advertisement).
May 1, 2003... Lapp USA is happy to introduce its new HBE Series "Quick 48" Program. We have increased our "on the shelf' inventory of our most popular EPIC[R] HBE Series bases, hoods, and inserts. A selection of parts are now available from stock typically...

Lapp USA announces new UL and NEMA 6 approvals for SKINTOP[R] cord grips. (Advertisement).
May 1, 2003... Available in PG, NPT and Metric thread sizes, as well as a dome top and flex version for additional strain-relief, SKINTOP[R] nylon cord grips have a patented design for ease of use. With international approvals such as UL, OSA, VDE and SEV,...

Safe panel access without shutting down. (Advertisement).
May 1, 2003... Lapp offers a full line of UL Recognized remote access ports which provide external access to equipment mounted inside a control panel. Remote access ports accommodate hundreds of different components and can be custom built to your...

OLFLEX[R] AUTO-X heavy duty continuous flex control cable. (Advertisement).
May 1, 2003... OLFLEX AUTO-X UL/CSA/CE/NOM OLFLEX[R] AUTO -X, a flexible, oil and UV resistant multi-conductor cable is designed for continuous flexing applications. It can withstand temperatures of up to 90[degrees]C. AUTO-X has worldwide approvals...

OLFLEX[R] Tray 3D cable product line. (Advertisement).
May 1, 2003... Lapp's latest edition to the 3D cable line, the OLFLEX[R] Tray 3D CY is a spiral shielded, oil resistant, multiconductor flexible cable with open wiring approval, ideal for any application requiring a continuous flexing, bending and twisting...

Calendar.
May 1, 2003... May 5-8 - Lightfair International 2003; New York, NY; Lightfair International; 404-220-2205; lightfair.com. May 6-8 - Automated Manufacturing Exposition; Greenville, SC; Assn. for Manufacturing Excellence; 803-779-4005; am-expo.com. ...