Features
Tech tips from industrial ‘superheroes’
This issue introduces a new column to Machinery & Equipment MRO, the Fan Guys. Fan Guys intends to honour the people who “keep things running” in industry. That’s you, our readers.Today’s workplace is…
Embedded sensors detect contactor erosion
Electronic technology can alert plant operators to the remaining lifetime of a variety of rotating and moving devices. The most recent advance is the embedding of sensors in contactors, devices used t…
Measurement gets better as instrument technology evolves
Measurement products group reorganizesTechniCal Systems, a distributor of instrumentation products based in Hamilton, Ont., has added new products to its line, thanks to the acquisition by Texas-based…
Helical-bevel gear products offer increased gearbox capacity
The 90.1 Series of helical-bevel gear products from Nord Gear offers torque increase over the 90 Series products in almost all case sizes and ratios. This increased capacity has been achieved through …
Infra-red sensor has many general industrial uses
The Model IL in-line non-contact, infra-red sensor from Dwyer Instruments replaces traditional contact temperature probes. This compact, low-cost, integrated sensor is designed for easy integration in…
Infra-red thermometer comes in two models
While it is designed for demanding applications, the Raynger ST ProPlus non-contact thermometer is easy to use–simply point, shoot and read. Two models are available, the ST60 ProPlus and the ST80 Pr…
Bearing seal selection guide is easy to read
Rockwell Automation has published a bearing seal selection guide for ball and roller bearings, offering sealing recommendations for the Dodge product lines under specific operating conditions. The fou…
Video inspection camera snakes into inaccessible spots
The SnakeEye video inspection camera is available from Canadian Safety Equipment. Suitable for maintenance and inspection, the waterproof camera allows the user to see into spaces that cannot otherwis…
Association members gather to share ideas
Variety was the key at the annual winter meeting of IDI Independent Distributors Inc. at the Delta Meadowvale Hotel & Convention Centre in Mississauga, Ont., in January.Various committee and member me…
Laser alignment system carries economical pricetag
The Swedish company Damalini offers a laser-based measurement tool, the Easy-Laser BTA Compact, for quick and easy alignment of belt and chain drives. Economically priced at half that of its predecess…
Digital pressure gauge comes in two models
The Series 68000 and 69000 digital pressure gauges from Dwyer Instruments accept clean, dry air, non-corrosive gases or compatible fluids. Designed for applications using non-corrosive gases and clean…
Upgrades enhance laser shaft alignment system
Hyatt Industries has announced a new Optalign Plus laser shaft alignment system, manufactured by Prftechnik. Features include IP65/67 durability rating (water-, dust- and shock-proof), improved LCD d…
Focus on Motors,Drives & Gear Units: Drives up to challenge of chemical plant
At a Kemira Chemicals plant, the movement of raw materials for fertilizers relies on both gearmotors and frequency converters. Both have been selected for reliability and flexibility, a requirement fo…
MRO & The Law: Knock knock! It’s the environmental inspector
Bold new inspection and enforcement initiatives across the country are making it more important for Canadian companies to comply with environmental and waste management legislation, regulations and gu…
How to remove water from air lines
Water in air lines displaces lubricants from critical wearing surfaces in air tools, valves and cylinders, decreasing the life of their components and increasing downtime. Water also creates rust in m…
Can you be user-friendly?
These days, “user-friendliness” is a valued commodity. User-friendly appliances, computers, customer service and information help save time and increase comfort.These early years of the twenty-first c…
Aluminum epoxies make repairs easier
Devcon aluminum-filled repair epoxies are ideal for HVAC applications. FasMetal 10 HVAC Repair paste and Aluminum Putty F cure at room temperature, withstand service temperatures up to 250F, and resi…
Catalogue depicts spherical plain bearing product line
RBC Bearings has completed a new spherical plain bearing catalogue. This 68-page catalogue details the broad line of designs and product information for each standard RBC spherical plain bearing. RBC …
Quiet storms on the highway
2002 Dodge Ram 1500If you like a tough truck look and want smooth handling, with huge cargo-hauling torque, then you’ll definitely want to check out the all-new 2002 Dodge Ram half-ton pickup. However…
Tips for bearings and chain
Why bearings fail earlyProblem: Ever wonder why a new bearing starts showing problems soon after installation? It might be simply because of the way it was stored, suggests Sphere Tech Analysis Inc., …
Finding what you need (April 01, 2002)
Stafford Manufacturing has launched a website featuring a full line of standard shaft collars and rigid couplings that can easily be searched based upon various criteria. When users log on to www.st…
ABB sells 100,000th robot (April 01, 2002)
ABB sold its 100,000th robot in March. “This is a big milestone for us as a company and sends a strong signal to our competitors,” said Jouko Karvinen, executive vice-president and head of ABB’s autom…
Washdown-duty wormgear suits food and beverage industry
The Enhanced Protection W series and VF Series wormgears and gearmotors from BNA Bonfiglioli can be installed in areas requiring high levels of hygiene and corrosion resistance specifications. The com…
Gear rack line is broadened to increase versatility (April 01, 2002)
Emerson Power Transmission has announced the expansion of its Browning line of gear rack to meet requirements in such industries as packaging, machine tools, material handling, construction and power …
Linear actuators combine precision with power
Exlar’s GS series of linear actuators integrate planetary roller screws into a brushless servo motor to yield a compact, high-performance design providing up to 16,000 lb of peak force over 18 in. of …
Economical remanufactured gear drives are as good as new
Falk Renew provides remanufactured surplus gear drives that save up to 50% over new units. Remanufactured drives are supplied with new bearings, seals and seal surfaces, gears, shafts, along with re-c…
Brochure describes bored-to-size sprockets
Martin Sprocket & Gear has issued a four-page publication describing its bored-to-size Accu-Torch sprockets. This brochure, which contains full-colour illustrations, provides specification tables for …
Planetary gear units are built for performance and cost savings
SEW-Eurodrive has added the PSE series to its low-backlash planetary gear reducer line. Benefits of these single- and two-stage compact gear units include high torsional rigidity for accurate position…
Machinery condition monitoring system cuts costs, downtime
Thanks to its multiplexed single-cable bus, the Vibronet rotating machinery condition monitoring system reduces hardware and installation costs. The intelligent master unit controls switching among up…
Test clip features ‘row-of-points’ penetrator
Now available from J.S. Popper is the JP-2 10-in-1 alligator test clip. Its row-of-points penetrator, together with the large single penetrator, neatly pierces insulation on nine wire sizes (10 to 26 …
