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Test and Measurement
Leak Detective Sleuths Out Trouble (March 26, 2010)
How an ultrasound inspection saved hundreds of thousands of dollars by finding vacuum leaks hidden underneath …
Thermography seminars being offered in Ontario in March
Ste-Anne-De-Bellevue, QC — A seminar focused on an introduction to thermography is being offered at the end o…
Electronic Caliper Withstands Dirt, Water
Providing an IP67 level of protection against coolant, water, dirt and dust, the 798 electronic slide caliper series from L.S. Starrett is suitable for the shop floor environment. It features an extra…
Meter Monitors Mechanical Equipment Vibrations
The Reed VM-6320 vibration meter measures acceleration, velocity and displacement with a bearing condition monitoring function and piezoelectric accelerometer. Velocity measurement range is 0.01 cm/s …
UV Inspection Lamp Detects Wide Variety Of Leaks
The handheld Spectronics BIB-150P UV inspection lamp, featuring a rugged 150-W Built-In-Ballast bulb, can pinpoint any industrial leak, such as oil, hydraulics, refrigerant, gasoline, diesel fuel and …
Thermal Imager Comes With Training DVD
New Fluke thermal imagers come with a free 2-1/2-hour training DVD designed to help owners get the most from their imagers. The package includes step-by-step instructions covering both the theory and …
Compact Inspection System Sees Around Tight Drains
Ridgid has added the SeeSnake microDrain inspection system to its SeeSnake line of drain inspection products. This compact system features a 30-ft flexible cable and a 22-mm-diameter camera head that …
Power Quality Analyzer Is Ready To Go
Containing everything to measure single-or three-phase power, the TES power quality analyzer can measure active power, reactive power, apparent power, power integration and power factor, up to 600 V o…
Validator Checks Accuracy Of Test Equipment
EDL’s MOV-1 Megaohm Validator provides a simple method of ensuring that insulation resistance testers are operating properly and within specification. Measurements performed in the field can cause the…
Insulation Tester Withstands Tough Conditions
Small enough to fit into a pocket, yet tough enough to withstand industrial use, Megger’s robust MIT200 insulation and continuity testers offer safety combined with ease of use. They have a CAT III 60…
Clamp-On Meter Suits General Use
The multi-function, low-current clampon meter Model CM605 for
Stainless Steel Flowmeter Is For High-Temperature Use
Dwyer Instruments has introduced the series STFLO stainless steel flowmeters. The series is suitable for high-temperature and high-pressure applications such as steam. The direct reading scale provide…
Inspection Camera Helps Locate And Record Machinery Problems
Milwaukee’s new M12 M-Spector AV digital inspection camera allows users to capture up to 12,000 photos and record up to 90 minutes of audio/video to help when inspecting common jobsite problems. Issue…
Clamp-On Multimeter Has Dual Display
Amprobe’s compact ACD-14 Plus clampon multimeter with dual display allows simultaneous reading of amperage and voltage. Its thin jaws can access tight measurement areas, yet accommodate conductors up …
Probe Indicates Live Volt-Even With Blown Fuse
Fluke has introduced FTP fused test probes with built-in fuses for additional measurement protection. If the probe fuse blows, the probe still allows the meter to indicate live voltage. The units are …
Infrared Thermometer Is For Food Service
The model FST-200 food service infrared thermometer has been introduced by Dwyer Instruments. The thermometer has both an infrared sensor and an immersion probe for safely monitoring surface and produ…
Laser Distance Meter Is Built To Last
The 2280-20 laser distance meter from Milwaukee, designed to measure distances up to 200 ft, features an end bracket to measure from corners and edges with 1/16-in. accuracy. Six measurement functions…
Machine Condition Advisor Alerts User To Machinery Problems
SKF’s rugged yet ergonomic machine condition advisor quickly and easily checks the condition of rotating equipment, providing early warning of potential machine problems before a costly failure occurs…
Infrared Camera Helps Prevent Equipment Failure (February 01, 2010)
The Extech i5 compact, lightweight infrared camera is an easy-to-use, afford able troubleshooting tool for high-quality thermal imag ing and high accuracy, focus-free viewing. The lightweight device i…
Clamp Meter Keeps Current Flowing
Fluke has introduced two mA clamp meters designed to help technic ians test critical automation and control circuits without breaking the circuit or interrupting operations. The Fluke 772 and Fluke 77…
Wireless Infrared Thermometer Has Powerful Features
Omega has introduced the portable and rugged OS530LE-W9 series of handheld infrared thermometers, featuring built-in wireless measurement. Its laser sighting is switchable between laser dot and circle…
Bearing Fault Monitor Cuts Maintenance Costs
Designed to provide early warning of bearing and gear faults, Tekne’s bearing fault monitor detects high-frequency impacting associated with spalling, cracking and lubrication problems in industrial a…
Digital Multimeter Gets Firmware Upgrade
Fluke has announced a user-downloadable firmware upgrade for the Fluke 8845A/8846A precision digital multimeters. The upgrade includes increased VDC reading rate to 1,000 readings per second, increase…
Basic Shaft Alignment System Is Easy To Use
The Easy-Laser D450 is a simple, cost-effective measuring system for the alignment of horizontally installed machines. The system includes two measurement programs, horizontal shaft alignment and Soft…
Temperature Measurement Devices Are For General Industry
Swagelok has introduced bimetal thermometers and thermowells for general industry. The dampened-movement, factory-calibrated thermometers operate in measurement ranges from minus 70C to 540C (minus …
Thermal Imager Offers Clear Images At An Attractive Price
The Fluke TiR32 thermal imager incorporates a powerful 320-by-240 sensor to provide crisp, detailed images at a cost-effective price. Using the company’s IR-Fusion technology, users can marry high-pre…
Resistive Load Bank Solution Is Custom Built (February 01, 2010)
The custom-built AC/ DC resistive load bank service from Ohm Loads is designed for use in industries that require high-quality resistive loads for the in-house testing and ongoing maintenance of plant…
Small Engine Test System Is Versatile
A completely integrated, turn-key system for testing small two-cycle and four-cycle engines, the VersaDyne small engine test system is designed for testing engines found in equipment such as small out…
Instrumentation Product Line Is Expanded
Superior Value Products has added Reed Instrumentation products to its line-up. Reed’s instruments include thermometers, hygrometers, multimeters, clamp meters, electrical testers, calibrators, air ve…
Leak Detective Sleuths Out Trouble (February 01, 2010)
A major industrial facility had an urgent need to locate a vacuum leak in a pipe that was insulated in 1.5-in.-thick rock wool covered by an aluminum outer skin. The cost of downtime at the facility was estimated at $35,000 per hour, and the…
