Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation articles from September 2001

Industrial Maintenance & Plant Operation archives from September 2001

Meet Mr. OSHA.
September 1, 2001... The National Safety Congress and Expo usually seems to offer something of interest beyond usual trade-show fare to attract attendees. The show's educational offerings, for example, are usually pretty extensive and well-presented. I remember a...

Boeing to increase output of 737s.
September 1, 2001... Despite reduced orders for new airliners, the Boeing Co. announced last month it would boost production of its popular 737 model at its Renton, WA-based assembly facility. The company said the production rate would reach 28 planes per month, up...

New OSHA program aims to reduce lead exposure.
September 1, 2001... The Occupational Safety and Health Administration has announced a national program aimed at reducing occupational exposure to lead, a leading cause of workplace illnesses. The program will apply to all workplaces under OSHA jurisdiction,...

GM unveils non-automotive hydrogen fuel cell.
September 1, 2001... General Motors Corp. unveiled a stationary hydrogen fuel cell last month that it said was created to provide back-up power for housing developments, businesses and hospitals. According to the Detroit, MI-based automaker, the cell is a clean,...

Pepsi, Quaker Oats merger valued at $25 billion.
September 1, 2001... The merger of PepsiCo. and the Quaker Oats Co., completed early last month, created the nation's fifth largest food and beverage company, valued at $25 billion. It will be known as PepsiCo, headquartered in Purchase, NY. The number of...

Motorcycle industry enjoys a smooth ride despite bumpy economy.
September 1, 2001... In contrast to most market sectors, the motorcycle industry is doing well this year. According to a recent report issued by the Motorcycle Industry Council, Irvine, CA, U.S. sales of off-road motorbikes are up nearly 45% in 2001. The figure...

Safe-maker Mosler, Inc., shuts down.
September 1, 2001... Mosler, Inc., the long-time Hamilton, OH-based maker of electronic security systems and safe vaults, abruptly shut down its U.S. operations last month due to excessive debt. The move eliminated 1,800 jobs in the U.S., though at press time...

PPG Opens One-Of-A-Kind 'E-coat' Facility.
September 1, 2001... PPG Industries began operations on July 31 at a new $6: million electrodeposition coating coat) application center at its Flint, MI-based Application Development Center for its automotive business. The unique facility contains two full-size...

National Safety Council.
September 1, 2001... * The National Safety Council has launched a revised Automated External Defibrillation (AED) program, designed to save lives in cases of sudden cardiac arrest. The new program teaches how to use AED devices, why they work, maintenance...

Chiron America.
September 1, 2001... * Chiron America has moved into a new, 53,500-sq.-ft. headquarters building and manufacturing complex in Charlotte, NC. The metal-cutting- equipment manufacturer will produce its high-speed single and twin- spindle vertical machining centers at...

National Roofing Contractors Association.
September 1, 2001... * The National Roofing Contractors Association, Rosemont, IL, has expanded its Project Pinpoint survey to include the reporting of steep-slope roof assembly problems. This is in addition to its coverage of problems related to membrane roof...

Johnson Controls.
September 1, 2001... * Automotive interior supplier Johnson Controls, Milwaukee, WI, will build a new manufacturing plant in Canton, MS, to supply interior systems for three vehicles to be assembled by Nissan North America. Construction of the 120,000-sq.-ft....

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
September 1, 2001... * According to the Washington D.C.-based National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), Kokomo, IN, was the nation's most affordable housing market in 1Q 2001, a distinction the city has held 10 times since 1997. The ranking is based on the...

General Electric Co.
September 1, 2001... * Jeffrey R. Immelt, president and chairman-elect of the General Electric Co., and Alan R. Mulally, senior vice president, the Boeing Co., will discuss the near-term future of the commercial aviation business at the Society of Automotive...

Is It Price or Cost? Careful: What You Say Gives You Away.
September 1, 2001... Are you a bottom-dollar, price buyer? Does everything purchased by you or your company need to e done at the best attainable market price? When you hear the price paid for certain supplies, do you wonder if it's the lowest? Are...

THE CHALLENGE OF FOOD-INDUSTRY MAINTENANCE.
September 1, 2001... Manufacturers of edible products face a diverse world of significant challenges, including stringent government regulations, harsh working conditions and complex equipment that can be difficult to maintain. In the world of manufacturing,...

ELECTRIC LIFT TRUCK.
September 1, 2001... The SwingMast Model SLT-30 is an electric lift truck for narrow aisles. It operates as a front-loading vehicle and a side-carrier. A GE control unit uses two modules for the transport motor and hydraulic pump motor.

LIFT TRUCKS.
September 1, 2001... The new line of 4-wheel cushion tire electric lift trucks features an AC drive system with advanced power regeneration technology and SAS technology for stability. The steering column, console, and foot pedals are ergonomically located.

PALLET TRUCKS.
September 1, 2001... The Deluxe Series Pallet Truck features dual handle and foot controls to lift heavy loads in constricted areas. Features include pump overload bypass, adjustable fork tie rods, entry glide and exit rollers.

FORKLIFT TRUCKS.
September 1, 2001... Eight new models in the family of gas, LP gas and diesel forklift trucks feature an open-step frame and a new, adjustable tilt steering column. The air intake vent has been relocated from the engine cover to a higher location on the overhead...

WORK PLATFORM.
September 1, 2001... The new personnel work platform attachment for lift trucks is available to position workers, tools and materials where they are needed. The platform can reach heights up to 55 ft.

LED LAMPS.
September 1, 2001... S6 Candelabra-Screw Based LED lamps are designed to replace incandescent S6 candelabra screw-based lamps in miniature utility switches, industrial control panels, and other applications. They are offered in two types of LEDs: single and...

PATTERN CONTROLLER.
September 1, 2001... The PG24D solid-state microprocessor-based pattern generator is designed to enhance the performance of hot-melt applicators. It enables the programming of adhesive application events in time-based increments. Features include easy-to-read LED...

FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS.
September 1, 2001... These connectors are suitable for semi-conductor tool-exhaust hook-ups. The connectors are made from an all-fluropolymer composite consisting of high-strength Teflon PTFE and PEA. They are available in various corrugated lengths and with a...

MONITORING DEVICE.
September 1, 2001... Heatwatch TR-1 is a new system for monitoring product temperature, shelf life and spoilage. The system is based on a sensor that charts a timeline of a product's temperate history, and records changes within an operational range of -40 degrees...

DIESEL ENGINES.
September 1, 2001... The 1100 Series of diesel engines introduces a three- and four-cylinder model with natural or turbo charged aspiration. Electronic fuel injection is offered as an option to mechanical fuel injection. The 1100 Series comes with higher torque,...

FLOORING COATING SYSTEM.
September 1, 2001... StrataSheild is a line of floor coatings suitable for maintenance, commercial, processing, and manufacturing facilities. StrataShield include moisture tolerance, short cure times, easy mixing ratios and epoxies with resistance to yellowing. The...

TAILGATE SPREADER.
September 1, 2001... Designed for both large and small snow- and ice-control contractors, the Pivot-Pro 1075 offers a pivot mount, torque transmission and a spreader-control system. Pivot-Pro is intended for spreading salt, sand and de-icing materials on roads,...

OUTPUT MODULE.
September 1, 2001... The new Series 90-30 Solenoid Valve Output Module integrates DC switching circuitry, solenoid-controlled valves and the valve manifold in one package. The new module is suitable for OEMs and end users in the semiconductor, gas and chemical...

MONOMER MATERIAL.
September 1, 2001... Oz Monyt is a new monomer cast nylon material. The reinforcing filler used consists of specially developed glass fibers that remain dispersed in the cast material. The material contains three lubricants, including molybdenum, which is suitable...

VANE PUMP.
September 1, 2001... The MPT Series Regenerative Turbine Vane Pump is designed for small flows at medium to high heads. This close-coupled, magnetically driven, sealless pump features a turbine vane impeller and rare-earth Neodymium magnets for synchronous drive...

LOCKING COLLAR.
September 1, 2001... Ring-lok, a new locking collar, combines the advantages of a standard taper bushing with a keyless locking device. Ring-lok can be used for V-belt pulleys, timing pulleys, couplings, sprockets and sheaves. It is suitable for cast-iron or...

ANGLE VALVE.
September 1, 2001... The new Mark 2000 Angle Valve is a compact, pneumatically actuated on/off valve rated to 5 million cycles. It is suitable for steam, gases, water and other liquids. The valve features many actuation methods and is available in a variety of...

AC SOURCE.
September 1, 2001... The 61600 Programmable AC Source is a high-performance AC and AC+DC source. A new series of 12 models range from 500 VA to 18,000 VA. The 61600 is a powerful entry-level solution for pure, low-distortion AC, DC, or AC+DC power for real-world...

PUTTY.
September 1, 2001... Fixmaster wear resistant putty has been added to this company's line of MRO products. The putty is suitable for protecting, renewing, and repairing worn surfaces on parts and equipment. It provides tough, smooth, low-friction finishes on pipes,...

SCISSORS LIFT.
September 1, 2001... The curved rail guided scissors lift with Side Shifting Operator platform is a pneumatic/hydraulic powered personnel lift that can be used to access both sides and ends of a product as it travels on the floor guide rail. it is suitable for...

LEVEL TRANSMITTER.
September 1, 2001... This two-wire LA 12 Cricket level transmitter is mounted through the top wall of a tank and provides continuous liquid measurement. The device is suitable for use with general-purpose day storage tanks, process vessels and drums. A compact size...

UTILITY CART.
September 1, 2001... ProCart functions as both a flat-top and box-top cart. Hinged side gates convert the unit to a flat top or box-top cart on both shelves. The cart is molded from HDPE structural foam for durability and strength.

POLYUREA COATING.
September 1, 2001... AMP-100 is a spray-applied, plural component coating with a synergy or aliphatic and aromatic polymer chemistry. The AMP-100 elastomeric polyurea coating is a fast set that can be used for corrosion resistance and encapsulation.

DUSTLESS SANDING SYSTEMS.
September 1, 2001... The Mobile Turbo-Vac 4000 family of dustless sanding systems is designed for use where a central vacuum system is not practical. Each system is delivered with one or two 16-ft. air hoses with quick disconnects.

Software Solutions Can Simplify On-Site Compliance.
September 1, 2001... If OSHA paid a visit and gave your employees a pop quiz regarding the location of a particular MSDS (material safety data sheet) in your facility, would they pass? Do you know how many pounds of each EPA-reportable chemical ingredient are...

CIRCUIT BREAKER.
September 1, 2001... The Control Indicator Module (CIM) power circuit breaker features a built-in-serial link. A utility can control and monitor up to three power circuit breaker trip coils.

ENCODER.
September 1, 2001... A Sine/Cosine Rotary Electric Encoder provides non-contact rotation. Features include low power consumption, immunity to RFI/EMI, and a wide operating temperature range.

SWITCHES.
September 1, 2001... Industrial-duty pendant push-button switches with internal snap-action mechanisms give users more dependable control of overhead equipment. The switches feature one or two speeds.

LIGHTING SYSTEM.
September 1, 2001... The 250-watt Uni-Form pulse start metal halide system is available with a mogul base and in clear or coated versions. They can be used in a wide range of fixtures without cover glass.

COPPER COMPONENTS.
September 1, 2001... These electrical copper components are fabricated to your specs and are available in copper and copper alloys in large or small quantities. In-house extruding, casting, and forging processes are backed by precision-automated machining, brazing,...

CLEANING PRODUCTS.
September 1, 2001... Meanblue detergents are formulated for cold or hot pressure-washer use. The product line consists of an all-purpose cleaner, heavy-duty degreaser, and descaler. No problems with compatibility with an ALTO pressure washer.

START CLUTCH.
September 1, 2001... The Dodge Controlled Start Clutch (CSC) is a stand-alone hydroviscous clutch that features an alignment-free pulley shaft mounting design, and torque-limiting characteristics. The drive motor can be minimized by using running requirements....

DISPLACEMENT BLOWERS.
September 1, 2001... These Positive Displacement Blowers offer heavy-duty construction for both positive and negative pneumatic conveying applications. They incorporate oversized bearings and shafts and an extra drive bearing to support "V" belt load.

Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Streamlines Production With Custom-Made Work-Positioning Tables.
September 1, 2001... Roxane Laboratories, Inc., a Columbus, OH-based of prescription drugs, recently added state-of-the-art work-positioning tables to prevent back strain among its production-line employees. Since the addition of seven Roll-On Level Loaders,...

UTILITY PUMPS.
September 1, 2001... The new 12-model AquaPro line of pumps is available for residential and industrial applications, including basement drainage, sewage ejection, and utility water transfer. AquaPro pumps are constructed with cast-iron pumps and impellers....

METAL DETECTOR.
September 1, 2001... The E-Z Tec VFS metal detector detects ferrous, nonferrous and stainless steel metal contaminants present in form, fill and seal operations. The VFS model is suited for packaging system applications where vertical heights are often restricted.

CERAMIC PAPER.
September 1, 2001... 390 Ceramic paper is made from high-purity, asbestos-free, alumina-oxide based, refractory fibers. It is suitable for replacement of asbestos installation. It is available in four widths up to 24 in. Custom sizes are available upon request.

PIPE CLAMP.
September 1, 2001... The Caddy one-piece rigid pipe clamp can handle heavy loads and support rigid pipe and copper tubing to strut. The one-piece design incorporates a retained bolt and built-in nut to minimize dropped and lost parts. The tools necessary for...

RESURFACER.
September 1, 2001... F-131 Ironwear Epoxy Floor resurfacer is formulated to withstand the toughest industrial floor conditions. Reinforced with an epoxy resin, Ironwear cures to provide a new floor surface that is four times stronger than concrete.

Oil Skimmers Keep Winnebago Production Running Clean.
September 1, 2001... Based in Forest City, IA, Winnebago Industries builds quality motor homes under the Winnebago, Itasca, Rialta and Ultimate brand names, and markets them to dealers throughout the U.S. and Canada. Final production of its motor homes takes place...

ELECTRIC OVEN.
September 1, 2001... No. 891 is a specially modified electric universal oven currently used for heating tool cassettes. The oven features an aluminized steel exterior, stainless steel interior, and insulated walls, plus a silicone rubber door gasket and...

PROXIMITY SENSOR.
September 1, 2001... The Superprox Model SM300 Series is an ultrasonic proximity sensor that features miniature housing and reliable detection of all materials at distances of 6.35 mm to as far as 50.8 mm from the sensor face. The new sensor is equipped with both...

PLASTIC PALLET.
September 1, 2001... This durable small footprint plastic pallet is said to be an effective way to minimize inventories with just-in-time parts delivery. The StructoCell automotive pallet and lid system is compatible with a variety of totes.

PRE-ASSEMBLED BUILDINGS.
September 1, 2001... These pre-assembled Model EQP buildings safeguard equipment against vandalism, theft and the elements. The Duraluminum Model EQP equipment buildings can secure your electronic and mechanical possessions in either indoor or outdoor applications....

TOOLHOLDER TESTING.
September 1, 2001... The Taper Check is a testing system that inspects toolholder taper shank wear during production. Taper Check tests toolhoders with components in place so machinists can identify and evaluate worn tool-holders before tool and/or spindle damage...

INTERFACES.
September 1, 2001... EtherNet/IP networking capabilities have been added to PanelView standard operator interfaces, providing users with real time I/O control. The PanelView products now give users Ethernet for automation, device configuration, diagnostic...

MOISTURE ANALYZER.
September 1, 2001... The NanoTrace Moisture Analyzer is said to quickly and accurately measure part-per-trillion levels of moisture in inert gas samples. Moisture is measured by gauging the intensity of a laser before and after absorption by moisture.

HAND CLEANSER.
September 1, 2001... This industrial hand cleaner with grit is available in 3.5 and 8 liter put-ups. The medium-duty cleaner contains a natural citrus cleaning agent, d'limonene, and polymer-bead grit. It is designed to tackle light oils and greases.

BOOM LIFT.
September 1, 2001... The Scanlift SL 240 self-propelled boom lift is available in four-wheel or two-wheel drive, or four-wheel steer with crab steering and an oscillating axle. Hydraulic outriggers have interlocks that prevent the platform from being raised unless...

DUAL DRIVERS.
September 1, 2001... These dual drivers allow communication with two devices (PLCs, Motion Control) simultaneously through serial ports, Ethernet interface or Profibus interface. Users can download any two of the drivers at the company's Web site. Color or black...

FLOOR MAT.
September 1, 2001... The new Statfree Type CE Mat is a cleanroom, cushioned worksurface mat. It features a durable, heat and chemical resistant worksurface with a dissipative rubber top layer. The cushioned, conductive bottom layer provides energy absorption for...

DATA LOGGER.
September 1, 2001... The new pDR-1 200 aerosol monitor/data logger uses a pump to measure particle size. It provides real-time measurement and direct readout of concentrations of airborne dust, smoke, mists and fumes. It is suitable for monitoring continuous...

INDUSTRIAL SHREDDER.
September 1, 2001... The Model DS-22 features dual cutting mechanisms for the destruction of bound documents and off-spec products. All systems include a conveyor. The end particle is evacuated to a twin-bag collection system or dumpster.

LEVEL MEASUREMENT.
September 1, 2001... The LVU-1100 non-contact micromeasurement system sensor technology fits where ultrasonic, non-contact systems' sensors were too large. The system consists of the transducer and microprocessor-based electronics.

PLIERS.
September 1, 2001... The line of pliers includes slip-joint utility pliers, cutting pliers, long-nose cutting pliers, long-reach pliers, flat-nose pliers and linesman pliers. The forged, heat-treated tools feature ergonomic cushioned grips.

WIRE WRAP TOOL.
September 1, 2001... The redesigned metal wire wrap tool is made of aluminum. Two models are available with special insulated electrical properties. Both are ergonomically designed and work with a full line of 3- and 5-in, bits and sleeves.

SCREWDRIVERS.
September 1, 2001... The new 8020ES screwdriver and 8030ES drill/driver feature the "Z-handle" and a positive-clutch operation. The tool is designed to fit tight angles. These screwdrivers are suitable for plant maintenance and repair, and construction.

PNEUMATIC SCISSORS.
September 1, 2001... The Airshirz industrial pneumatic scissors for cutting, snipping and trimming are available in two grip designs. Both the two-finger grip and a larger loop style feature an automatic spring-return action. A safety latch secures stainless steel...

INDUSTRIAL TOOL KIT.
September 1, 2001... The JTK-94F offers 91 tools, including pliers, a hex key set, socket sets, screwdrivers, a torx key set and adjustable and combination wrenches. s. Four precision cut pallets hold tools snugly. The case features a telescoping handle, four clear...