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Operations
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Embracing a systems philosophy in energy efficiency
In the united effort to preserve global security of energy supply and protect the climate, the industrial sector is justifiably under intense scrutiny as a significant energy consumer. A focus on energy consumption, and therefore energy efficiency, is inextricably bound…
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Hand-tool makers emphasize safety and ergonomics
When it comes to hand tools the focus needs to be on safety and ergonomics. Hand tools will be used for long hours in hazardous conditions and often in remote work areas where, if a tool is forgotten or lost,…
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Dana completes purchase of Brevini power-transmission, fluid power businesses
Maumee, Ohio – Dana Incorporated announced that it has completed the acquisition of the power-transmission and fluid power businesses of Brevini Group, S.p.A. The combination of Brevini into Dana’s business creates numerous opportunities for profitable growth. Among them, the acquisition:…
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SKF destroys 15 tons of fake bearings
Counterfeit bearings with a market value of approximately EUR 1 000 000 were destroyed in Greece, following the successful completion of legal proceedings commenced in 2009.
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Master the basics of cleaning and degreasing
Throughout my career I often found that the lack of applied basic practices is often the root cause of many issues. Equipment cleaning and degreasing seems at first glance hardly worthy of consideration. Find the least senior worker and send…
Hannover Messe 2017 to highlight the benefits of Industrie 4.0
The last HANNOVER MESSE had a clear message: integrated industry has well and truly reached the mainstream. To prove its point, the show featured over 400 application examples of fully digitalized processes for the manufacturing and energy industries. The fourth industrial revolution, it seems, is well underway. However, to ensure that the factories of the future don’t remain castles in the air, it is necessary to shine a stronger spotlight on the benefits for industry, employees and society in general. And that is precisely what HANNOVER MESSE 2017 will do.
Nexen Group announces partnership with Reliability Resources
Vadnais Heights, MN – Nexen Group, Inc., is pleased to announce a new partnership with Reliability Resources, LLC, an experienced sales organization that represents premium manufacturers of precision motion control products. Seattle-based Reliability Resources will provide expert coverage of Nexen…
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How to select the proper industrial shaft seal for an application
For all rotating machinery in plants across industries, shaft seals play critical roles in protecting bearing arrangements and contributing to the reliability of equipment and systems. Proper sealing ultimately provides an effective defense in keeping machines performing as intended. The…
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Valve plant gains understanding of Industry 4.0 by becoming a reference factory for customers
Festo is applying new technologies and systems in a planned strategy to showcase its own machines and products as they are being used to build, yes, its own machines and products. It’s all under the umbrella of a strategy called…
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What is more important: a focus on reliability or focus on maintenance practices?
MRO’s Counterpoint columnists took to the stage at this year’s MainTrain conference, which was held September 19 – 22 in Toronto. The annual conference, organized by the Plant Engineering and Maintenance Association of Canada (PEMAC), is Canada’s largest maintenance and…
Auto parts manufacturer fined after worker injury in Guelph, Ont.
Guelph, Ont. – Auto parts manufacturer Linergy Manufacturing Inc., carrying on business as LPP Manufacturing, pleaded guilty and has been fined $80,000 after a worker was injured while handling machinery that was still connected to power. The incident took place…
Injury at vegetable processing facility results in $80,000 fine
Windsor, Ont. – Bonduelle Canada Inc., which owns and operates a vegetable processing facility in southwestern Ontario, pleaded guilty and was fined $80,000 after a worker was critically injured while cleaning a conveyor belt. The facility, located at 1192 Lacasse…
Lincoln Electric changes its weld fume control product manufacturing
Cleveland – Lincoln Electric announced that it has brought manufacturing for its weld fume extraction equipment and systems in-house, offering greater control over the manufacturing process. Because all fume removal solutions now are produced by Lincoln Electric, customers will have…
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Winterizing aerial work platforms and boom trucks
Preparing your aerial lifts or boom truck cranes for cold weather operation is an important step in ensuring a long equipment life and optimum performance on the job site. Without the proper parts and service work, slow hydraulic operation and…
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Three technology driven developments poised to disrupt field service
The field service industry has always been one of the earliest adopters of new technologies, from the original PDAs to IoT-enabled devices. Now, a new generation of technology is uniquely positioned to transform the field service industry, promising to reduce costs and dramatically improve the quality of service organizations can offer. Tom DeVroy, Senior Product Evangelist for Enterprise Service Management at IFS, identifies three technology-led developments set to disrupt field service and discusses how flexible and modular resource planning infrastructure will help organizations reap substantial rewards.
FLIR Systems acquires Prox Dynamics for $134 Million
Wilsonville, OR – FLIR Systems, Inc. announced has acquired Prox Dynamics AS, a leading developer and manufacturer of nano-class unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for military and para-military intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance applications, for approximately $134 million in cash. Based in…
SKF Canada Ltd integrates Kaydon and Cooper bearing brands
Kaydon and Cooper bearing operations were acquired by SKF Group in 2013. Until now, the sales in the Canadian market place has been managed by the master distributor Cooper-Grainger Canada Inc / Technical Bearing Sales Ltd. Starting January 2, 2017,…
PTDA Foundation sets fundraising record and builds awareness of industrial distribution careers
Chicago, Ill. – Recruiting, retaining, motivating and training employees continues to be an overwhelming challenge for industrial distributors. The collaborative efforts of the PTDA Foundation’s Industrial Careers Pathway (ICP) program in building awareness of industrial distribution careers continue to garner…
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Transition to GHS label compliance
Paint and coating formulators, distributors and end users must now ask if their chemical labels are GHS compliant – and if not, be prepared to document for OSHA their good faith efforts to become so, including an expected timeline for…
Hand tools manufacturer invests in Canadian manufacturing capabilities
Brampton, Ont. – Gray Tools Canada Inc. is proud to announce the acquisition of a new vertical machining centre, thus furthering its commitment to domestic manufacturing. The commissioning of the equipment was the final step in a nearly 18-month process…
