Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation articles from October 2004

Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation archives from October 2004

Valveless pump.
October 1, 2004... Valveless piston metering pumps provide fluid control for monitoring, sampling and treatment applications. It operates by using a rotating and reciprocating ceramic piston. Models are available in standard voltages and low-current DC voltage,...

Entrance mat.
October 1, 2004... Heavy-duty, entry matting and tile are made of rubber, vinyl and olefin carpet fibers. The mats can be customized in recycled fluff cord tiles, cocoa and fiber tuft, or come as aluminum/vinyl roll-up mats. They can be installed with surface or...

Safety gate.
October 1, 2004... The XL self-closing safety gate offers vertical coverage for fall protection at openings for ladders, platforms, mezzanines and stairs. Shipped complete with all hardware for mounting to walls or handrails, the gate can be installed on the left...

The manufacturing candidate.(Editorial Comments)
October 1, 2004... Who is the manufacturing candidate? John Kerry has said more on the issue than George Bush, but the President says his record speaks for itself. With unemployment hovering near 5% and the country slowly regaining some of the 2 million...

Senate approves full MEP support.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... The Senate Appropriations Committee approved $112 million for the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) last month, ensuring that the public/private program that assists U.S. manufacturers will operate for another year. The House approved...

U.S., Boeing fault Airbus subsidies.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... The Boeing Co. said it has enlisted the support of the Bush administration to help it change an agreement it has with rival Airbus that allows Airbus to receive aid from European governments. The Chicago-based aeronautics manufacturer wants to...

Former Bethlehem Steel property to be developed.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... Most of the remaining Bethlehem Steel Works property in Bethlehem, PA, was purchased last month by a group of New York City investors who plan to turn the site into a retail, entertainment and residential district. According to a report in the...

Labor Department releases additional TAA funds for worker training.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... The U.S. Department of Labor released an additional $28.4 million last month to states to help them provide job training, job search and relocation assistance to workers who lost their jobs for trade-related reasons. The funds are available...

Manufacturing employment changes in selected industries, Aug. '03 to Aug. '04.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... Manufacturing Employment Changes in Selected Industries, Aug. '03 to Aug. '04 (numbers in thousands, seasonally adjusted) Industry Aug. 2003 Aug. 2004 ...

FDA eases approval rules for drug makers.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... Under new guidelines designed to prevent supply disruptions, drug makers will not need regulatory approval for every change in their manufacturing processes, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said last month. In a report detailing its...

DuPont settles class-action suit over Teflon chemical.(Industry Newsline)
October 1, 2004... DuPont settled last month with plaintiffs in a class-action suit over air and water contamination at its chemical plant in Washington, WV. The suit was filed in 2001 on behalf of 50,000 residents who lived near the plant. The $123 million...

Interstate Bakeries Corp.
October 1, 2004... * Interstate Bakeries Corp., maker of Hostess Twinkies and Wonder Bread, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last month, claiming debts of $1.3 billion. Kansas City, MO-based Interstate is the largest wholesale bakery in the U.S. The...

Society of Manufacturing Engineers.
October 1, 2004... * The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) has awarded more than $400,000 in grants to three colleges whose programs improve the skill level of manufacturing engineers. Alexandria Technical College, Alexandria, MN; Arizona State University,...

Ingersoll-Rand Co.
October 1, 2004... * Ingersoll-Rand Co., a diversified manufacturer based in Woodcliff Lake, NJ, said it will sell its Dresser-Rand business unit to a fired managed by a private-equity firm, for approximately $1.2 billion. The sale is subject to government...

58th Annual Survey of Distributor Operations.
October 1, 2004... * U.S. industrial distributors have lost 10% of their total sales volume due to U.S.-based manufacturing customers who have moved their operations offshore, according to Industrial Distribution magazine's 58th Annual Survey of Distributor...

CertainTeed Corp.
October 1, 2004... * CertainTeed Corp. opened a new window fabrication facility in West Sacramento, CA, last month which is expected to employ 100 workers by year's end. The Valley Forge, PA-based manufacturer said the 229,000-sq.-ft. plant will make the...

Calendar.(Calendar)
October 1, 2004... * Oct. 5-7 * ISA Expo 2004; Houston, TX; Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society; 919-549-8411; isa.org. * Oct. 17-19 * World Workplace Conference & Expo; Salt Lake City, UT; International Facility Management Assn.; 713-623-4362;...

Meter.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... Based on a Nexus platform, the socket- and switchboard-based meter is designed for monitoring applications such as high-voltage couplings and powerpool metering. It records aspects of power- and transmit-metering data via DNP, Modbus,...

Transducer.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The dry, hermetically sealed 4-20 mA pressure transducer/transmitter (DHT) is suited for industrial and process equipment. It features an all stainless steel casing that is environmentally sealed to protect the advanced, non-drift ceramic,...

Adhesive tape.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The 3189 and 3474 series are double-coated adhesive tapes that bond to a variety of substrates. Designed to bond dissimilar materials, uses with ether foams include cushioning, acoustical absorption, vibration damping, and automotive interior...

Thread-repair kit.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The Pro Series Kit for thread repair features Recoil-brand wire inserts in three lengths, a drill-bit, tap, installation tool, and break-off tool. It is packaged in a case with a sliding lock that holds all components in place. Each kit is...

Handheld reader.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... Industrial ID, handheld readers combine high-speed processing with lighting, optics, and software for decoding 1D and 2D codes. The 6400 (shown) reads codes produced by laser and inkier marking. The 6500 reads codes, formed by electrochemical...

Pinch valve.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The Series 85 pinch valve, constructed of cast iron, features grooved-end fittings made of carbon or stainless steel. Its elastomer sleeve seals on entrapped solids. The valve is available with bevel gears and pneumatic, hydraulic, or electric...

Linear actuator.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The size-34 hybrid linear actuator is available with encoder feedback. The compact, optical incremental-encoder design is available with two-channel quadrature, TEL squarewave outputs. An optional index (third channel) output is also available...

Maintenance in high-tech industries: technical innovation has created challenges in maintenance that high-tech manufacturers say can be as complex and costly as the manufacturing process itself.(Cover Story)
October 1, 2004... The world has come to expect marvels from high-tech manufacturing. Extraordinary advances in computers, instrumentation, digital cameras, medical devices and other areas enter the market daily, more powerful, smaller and less expensive than...

Lubricant storage and dispensing system.(Product roundup: lubricants)
October 1, 2004... The storage and dispensing system handles lubricants and other fluids such as cutting oils, bearing oils, hydraulic fluids, transmission fluids and engine oils. The eight, 65-gal.-container system (shown) is among 21 standard systems available....

Infrared lubrication system.(Product roundup: lubricants)
October 1, 2004... The infrared lubrication system is suited for packaging, conveyor, automotive, and textile industries. Each pump operates independently. Multiple seal options are available. The system is equipped with a PLC, a three-way solenoid valve, a bank...

Light-oil lubricant.(Product roundup: lubricants)
October 1, 2004... Sprayon Liqui-Sol light oil lubricant is a non-aerosol product, that features a reusable spray trigger with an adjustable spray dial to meet the individualized needs of the application, from fan spray to pin stream. It is suitable for use in...

Food-grade lubricant.(Product roundup: lubricants)
October 1, 2004... Bio Lube is a USDA NSF-approved H-1 family of lubricants and greases. A heat-seeking molecular bond creates a polymer surface on metals that eliminates metal-to-metal contact. It is non-toxic and biodegradable. Integrated Solutions ...

Integrating condition-monitoring and runtime data into a CMMS.(CMMS Solutions)
October 1, 2004... A CMMS/EAM can play many roles within a maintenance department. But its primary purpose is to support work management and execution. In this role it generally relies on external sources to identify work that must be done. For reactive...

Latch pull.(Product Focus)
October 1, 2004... The ergonomically designed latch pull is a lockable pull handle that offers flexibility of traffic control during and after business hours. It offers one-handed operation and two modes, which can result in the locking of the door upon closure,...

Sound detector.(Product Focus)
October 1, 2004... The Sentinel Sound Detector Substation for the Spectrum 430/460 Intercom System screens calls for a qualified audio event, such as a scream, a yell for help, or other distress call. The speaker is tamper-proof, and the heavy-gauge,...

Callbox.(Product Focus)
October 1, 2004... The OutPost Callbox controls entry of restricted areas by providing wireless, two-way voice communication with visitors prior to their gaining access to the facility. The system features remote control of gates, locked doors, lights or other...

Control panel.(Product Focus)
October 1, 2004... Addressable fire alarm control panels, the MS 9200, MS-9600 and MS 9200UD feature advanced auto programming capabilities. The system can be auto-programmed with the touch of a button, which reduces programming time. Manufac-tured with...

Chemical and manufacturing research loosens frozen metal parts molecular structure key to loosening frozen metal parts.(Corporate Profiles 2004)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2004... Best known as the manufacturer of Kroil Penetrating Oils, Kano Laboratories has directly supplied industry with products and technical help since 1939, the year Kroil was created. Sixty five years ago Kano Laboratories researched the...

Tool security tracking system.(Security Equipment)
October 1, 2004... ToolWatch software tracks tools and equipment both on and offsite to determine availability and avoid theft. The system features wireless laser scanners; multi-site browsing; reports and graphs; and security and database utilities. The system...

Barricade.(Security Equipment)
October 1, 2004... The Anchor barricade featuring a blow-molded base design, is made of UV stabilized polyethylene and features an oversized fill hole for internal ballasting. Each unit also contains an ergonomic handle molded in for set up and take-down. Flush...

Security solenoid.(Security Equipment)
October 1, 2004... Mecalectro solenoids for industrial security applications enable fast-moving, electrically-controlled action for various locking devices and mechanical signaling. Linear solenoids and shotbolts are available to safeguard people and property....

Smart-label printer.(Security Equipment)
October 1, 2004... Model 5200rfid smart label printer-applicator, is a unit that prints, encodes, verifies and applies pressure-sensitive RFID smart labels to cartons and pallet loads. It offers a selection of print engines that utilize thermal/thermal-transfer...

Five steps to loading-dock door selection.(Tech Check)
October 1, 2004... Despite the many developments in loading-dock doors, the selection process need not be challenging or time consuming. Here are five steps to help guide door selection, based on the goals of improved safety, increased productivity, lower...

Power connector.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The power clip electrical connector is an interconnection between two perpendicular power-bus bars. It is used in "N+1" rectifier, power supply, and switching power-supply applications. The clip accepts a solid thick nickel- or gold-plated...

Ball-segment valve.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The inflatable ball-segment valve seals process equipment operating under atmospheric, full-vacuum, or pressurized process conditions. It features the fully retractable and inflatable seal that will give dust, liquid, and gas-tight sealing. The...

Control panel.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... The Gasmaster control panel is a wall mounted device that displays all gas levels simultaneously on a multilingual LED display. It can monitor up to four channels, with two levels of alarm per channel. The device also warns when calibration is...

Ignitor assembly.(Product News)
October 1, 2004... This square Plug-In ignitor assembly is designed to maintain, assemble, test, and replace the ignitor in magnetic HID fixtures. They are electrically identical to standard ignitors for Metal Halide (MH) and High Pressure Sodium (HPS) ballasts,...

Wire rope hoist.(Techs specs: hoists and cranes)
October 1, 2004... * The industrial single- and double-wire rope hoist features two lifting speeds and two trolley speeds * The disc-motor brake is DC-rectified and magnet-actuated * Also included is a TEFC motor with Class "F" insulation, a gear train...

Bridge crane.(Techs specs: hoists and cranes)
October 1, 2004... * Overhead bridge crane is available up to 5 tons in capacity in I-beam and enclosed track formats * The crane is engineered for heavy service in assembly and manufacturing in I-beam and enclosed-track formats * It is top-running or...

Chain hoist.(Techs specs: hoists and cranes)
October 1, 2004... * The electric chain hoist is available in a variety of suspensions, including top-hook, rigid-lug, plain, and motorized trolleys * Modular aluminum housing is lightweight and durable * The increased electrical control area...

Track hoist.(Techs specs: hoists and cranes)
October 1, 2004... * The Maxial Track hoist is suitable for confined spaces in frame or systems scaffolding, in interior and exterior applications * It is equipped with upper- and lower-limit switches; a hand-held pendant is also included with the controller,...

Crane scale.(Techs specs: hoists and cranes)
October 1, 2004... * The series ARC digital crane scale is suitable for lifting, force measurement, and weighing applications * The scale is available with a capacity of 2,500 to 5,000 lbs. * Readabilities are 1- or 1/2-lb. increments * Accuracy is...

Overhead crane.(Techs specs: hoists and cranes)
October 1, 2004... * Overhead bridge crane features H-4 heavy-duty hoists, rated CMAA Class D Heavy Duty * Box-beam fabrication is of extended-capacity steel (A36 or A544) * Capacities up to 100 tons * Spans to 120 ft. and greater. North...

Standardized speed reducers help cut steelmaker's costs.(Field Report)
October 1, 2004... Nucor-Yamato Steel Co. has produced structural steel in Blytheville, AR, since its first mill opened in 1988. It melts scrap steel and casts blanks in nearly the net shape of the finished product, then hot rolls them into the final shape. In...

Boiler brochure.(New Literature)
October 1, 2004... The full-line brochure describes gas, oil and dual-fuel, fired, hot water and steam boilers, and electric hot water and steam boilers. Featured is the Flexible Water Tube design. Boilers are available in sizes from 250,000 to 21,000,000 BTUH...

Pipe-insulation guide.(New Literature)
October 1, 2004... A guide to high-performance industrial insulations is available. It includes information on calcium-silicate pipe-and-block insulation, perlite pipe-and-block insulation, and high-temperature fireproofing insulation. Applicable industries...

Connector catalog.(New Literature)
October 1, 2004... The four-color catalog details DryConn waterproof connectors, Safetyguard, and electrical accessories. It also covers irrigation products, such as DryConn connectors with UV protection. The technical section is a reference for...

Labeling brochure.(New Literature)
October 1, 2004... A 12-page brochure entitled "Identification and Labeling Solutions" highlights products from the Raychem and Critchley brands, such as wire-and-cable identification, computer-printable labels, and bar-code labels. Sections introduce the...

Infrared training.(Training Aids)
October 1, 2004... Certified infrared training courses are being held at the headquarters facility near Boston as well as in 23 other cities. Programs include Level I, II, and III Predictive Maintenance Thermography, Research and Development, and application...

Safety training.(Training Aids)
October 1, 2004... The American Society of Safety Engineers will host the "SafetyTraining Symposium & Expo" to be held November 11-12 in Scottsdale, AZ. Sessions will cover safety training techniques and information on products and services. Attendees will learn...

Lighting-system training.(Training Aids)
October 1, 2004... The AddressPro digital-dimming training module allows multiple light sources, such as fluorescent, halogen, and incandescent, to be controlled as one system. Features of the online training tutorial include component requirements and product...

Solve weight problems!(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... B.E. Wallace Products Corp. offers portable gantry cranes with capacities from 500 lbs. to 15 tons; spans up to 35'; heights up to 24'. Featuring the versatile TriAdjustable with adjustable height, span and tread. Jibs, Davits, Tripods and...

New Powerfoil fan.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Maximized to operate at low rpm's, the new Powerfoil from Big Ass Fans produces more cfm per watt than any ceiling fan offered. This makes the Powerfoil fan the obvious solution to destratify air in the winter to substantially lower heating...

Heavy-duty, air powered 1 HP tools.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... A brand new line of heavy duty 1 HP air tools is now available from Dynabrade. The tools are excellent for heavy-duty grinding and finishing and are ideal for use in foundries, welding shops, steel plants, shipyards and fabrication plants. The...

Heat exchangers.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... We manufacture air-to-air and air-to-water heat exchangers that remove heat from sealed electronic enclosures, panels and cabinets for indoor and outdoor applications. 10 times more efficient than air conditioning, with no maintenance. NEMA 12,...

Floyd bell launches piezo alarm.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Turbo series alarms available in seven different tones, two volume levels and four terminations, are twice as loud and half the size of industry counterparts. Revolutionary rear- mount, push-on, quick-lock attachment ring creates a tamperproof...

Free 512 page catalog of industrial components.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... The new catalog contains over 45,000 industrial tooling components with aver one thousand new items added. Their new products include an initial offering of industrial switching (anti-vandal, limit, and e-stop) and a full line of stainless...

Coxreels EZ-Coil reels.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Coxreels Safety Series catalog offers industrial hose, card & cable reels equipped with the EZ-Coil Rewind Safety System. EZ-Coil reduces retraction speed by up to 80% for spring-driven reels. Slower recoil means safer workplaces and less...

New, improved "Reel Catalog".(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Reelcraft offers a new and improved "Reel Catalog." It features five additional product lines, a product features page, a helpful "how to select a reel" section and a Quick Ship listing of stocked inventory. The catalog also offers easy-to-use...

Continuous boiler blowdown heat recovery.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Brochure HRS 1188 describes the three different types of continuous boiler breakdown heat recovery systems manufactured by Penn Separator. Choose the system that's right for your application. All are designed to recover up to 90% of the BTU's...

Plain bearings.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... New, informative, and user friendly describe the iglide[R] bearings catalog. Iglide high-performance bearings made from engineered polymers are now available in 16 standard material grades. The bearings offer superior wear resistance, easy...

John Guest push-fit compressed air systems.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... John Guest's full color catalog covers a complete line of quick-connect fittings and piping for use with Compressed Air Systems. Technical information, along with product sizes and configurations, is specified in this catalog. Our products...

Adhesives/sealants and coatings.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Save time, increase productivity, eliminate waste and improve quality assurance with Master Bond adhesives/sealants and coatings. Select from our extensive line of epoxies, polyurethanes, silicones and acrylics. For prompt technical support...

Loosens frozen metal parts.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Based on a scientific discovery at Kano Labs, Kroil creeps into millionth inch spaces, dissolves rust and lubricates to Loosen Frozen Metal Parts. Kroil has been used by 480 of the Fortune 500 since 1939 and is guaranteed to meet your...

Dynatrol[R] level switch for bulk solids.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Dynatrol[R] Level Switches for bulk solids are designed for high, intermediate or low point level detection on materials ranging from light fluff to heavy granulars and pellets. Requiring no adjustments and having no moving parts, they are...

Darex introduces the V-390 industrial drill sharpener.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Even very small shops can now sharpen their own HSS, Cobalt, and Carbide drills, and keep on working. The Darex V 390 incorporates much of the same technology in our more advanced machines and is the perfect choice for shops that need a...

Users guide to lifting magnets!(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Complete 2g-page users guide to selecting the proper lift magnet. Lifting magnets are the easiest way to move many types of steel plate, sheet, tube and fabrications. This manual helps select the correct style, type, number and face contour for...

Miller Helmet offers premium performance.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... The Big Window Elite Series of auto darkening helmets satisfies the most demanding industrial requirements. Features include four independent arc sensors that aid out-of-position welding, a 30 percent larger lens window, lightweight design (4...

Evaluate your maintenance force.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Free 2004 catalog shows how to evaluate your workforce with pay-for-skills and knowledge tests for maintenance employees, mechanical, electrical, machinist, electronics, building maintenance. Print Readings Test and more, for use in assessment...

Motor testing and maintenance.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Predictive Maintenance Specialists. With its MCE, [E.sup.max] and MC[E.sup.max] motor testers, PdMA has revolutionized the way the industry tests, trends and predicts motor health. Provides the equipment, interactive remote training and free...

Krane-King[R] jib and gantry cranes.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Product line includes gantry cranes in both steel or aluminum, and either fixed or adjustable heights. Adjustable-height gantries can fit through bottlenecks as narrow as 12" with our new rotating lag feature. Floor-mount or mast-type jib...

Degreasing solution.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... High performance D-GREEZE 500 LO from Solvent Kleene, outperforms trichloroethane and aqueous degreasers. The non-hazardous, non-chlorinated degreaser/cleaner is non-flammable and can be used in any existing equipment. It is approved for oxygen...

Lawson signature series fasteners.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... This new brochure details our Supertanium, TRU-TORQ, and TUFF-TORQ fastening systems. Supartanium is for use in severe conditions; TRU-TORQ is for use in critical applications; and TUFF-TORQ is the best choice to replace standard...

New cable carrier[R] catalog.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... The 624-page catalog provides technical data and design information an a vast array of cable carrier and cable products. Includes hundreds of all-polymer Energy Chain[R]/Tube cable carriers for guidance and protection of automated cables and...

Catalog and online automation superstore.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... AutomationDirect offers over 3,500 brand-name and private-labeled products through a new 1,300-page desk reference and Online Automation Superstore. The desk reference features product descriptions, technical information and price lists for PLC...

Finger-Safe Power Distribution Blocks.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... Ferraz Shawmut announced it has taken safety to the next level with the introduction of its new line of Finger-Safe Power Distribution Blocks (FSPDBs). The first product of their kind, Ferraz Shawmut's FSPDBs incorporate a highly innovative and...

Wrapping techniques.(Product Sourcebook)
October 1, 2004... The third edition of the Good Wrapping Techniques Manual is available from Goodwrappers[R]. The 26-page manual shows different techniques for the most economical and secure ways to protect your product for shipment. Techniques for the...