Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Maintenance Engineer",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Three-step process monitors oil condition from
ALcontrol Oil Analysis Laboratories, which we summarised at the time by saying "Regular oil analysis allows machinery operators to safely extend oil drain intervals, schedule maintenance, reduce downtime and extend warranties".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Lubrication keeps ice cream producer running from
Rocol Lubricants: "Rocol Lubricants is celebrating the completion of its 1000th Rocolcare lubrication management survey with the UK's largest independent ice cream manufacturer, Frederick's Dairies".
In May 2007, we covered the news from Schaeffler (UK)
concerning its FAG Detector III device
- take a look at RFID added to vibration sensor
which says: "Schaeffler is adding RFID technology to its FAG Detector III handheld vibration monitoring and balancing system".
Take a look also at the news release from Sandvik Process Systems, Polishing machines improve belt quality,
as well as Split roller bearing units offer easy retrofitting from Revolvo,
and Machinery safety enhances plant availability from Pilz Automation Technology.
See also:
Wheels and castors for new and replacement demands
(January 2007)
BuckHickman InOne has launched more than 1300 wheels and castors under its Roebuck brand to cover virtually any application or replacement need
Split bearings cut downtime in papermaking
(October 2006)
The value of SRB bearings in the papermaking process is highlighted by an application at Lothlorien Paper Mill
Instruments enable multiparameter monitoring
(October 2006)
Today's maintenance engineer is a far cry from that of a spanner-wielding repairman called in when something has broken down
Safety training courses
(October 2006)
exida announce autumn 2006 training course schedule to be held in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, UK
Split roller bearings come of age
(August 2006)
With a new and improved design from Revolvo, the split roller bearing has really come of age and is well equipped to deliver operating benefits and reduced costs
Grasping the need for sensors
(July 2006)
Demand for robots equipped with multi function palletising grippers is constantly on the increase in the packaging industry
Drives keep their cool and save energy
(May 2006)
Invertek Drives are proving to be very popular with Nuon, one of the main electricity suppliers in Holland and a major supplier of hot water to domestic central heating systems
Industrial automation training goes global
(March 2006)
A novel training programme aims to set global standards for training in industrial automation
Ethernet switches reduce engineering effort
(January 2006)
Jetnet 3505/3508 industrial Ethernet switches are designed for the applications that require network redundancy but easy maintenance
Ballbar helps keep CNCs in position
(January 2006)
Dynamate, the plant maintenance company for world leading truck manufacturer Scania, has implemented one of the most comprehensive and well-structured maintenance strategies in its industry
Filters come with extended warranties
(November 2005)
domnick hunter is now offering customers extended warranty options across its filtration range
Protective coatings promise natural appearance
(September 2005)
CRC UK's protective coatings are designed for the 'touch-up' of metal components and structures when the normal coating has been damaged due to wear, accident, or intrusive repair (such as welding)
Service tool cuts the cost of safety programming
(August 2005)
Pilz Automation Technology is launching a new version of the PNOZmulti software for service operations
Pork processor switches lubricants
(August 2005)
The Foodlube range from Rocol is a comprehensive group of lubricants which has been specially developed for the food and drink industries
Detectors monitor machinery health
(May 2005)
A new range of equipment health monitoring system detectors has been developed specifically to monitor industrial equipment for operating condition variances
Medium and high voltage testing examined
(April 2005)
IDC Technologies is presenting a workshop on medium and high voltage testing of electrical equipment in Manchester, London and Glasgow during May 2005
How to cut false alarms by 90 per cent
(March 2005)
Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service and Asda trial 'fantastic' CST pager system that could save lives, millions of pounds and resources
Chain astonishes US food giant
(March 2005)
A US food giant producing cookies, pastries and snack products has described the wear performance of Renold's long-life Synergy chain as 'simply astonishing'
Novel kit offers instant repairs
(September 2004)
Sika has released a new repair kit based around its SikaFast rapid-set adhesive system
Lloyds is a model employee
(May 2004)
Ace Arc has found the ideal sponsorship opportunity for a small firm on a fast track to success - model racing
Gate switches provide reliable protection
(January 2004)
After a retrofit to a crucial piece of manufacturing equipment, Kaby Engineers is convinced that Pilz switches are in a league of their own
Soft starters are cure for 'excessive torqueing'
(December 2003)
Fairford soft starters are being used to overcome problems associated with excessive torque on startup with a number of 15kW mixer motors at Kernow Coatings in Cornwall
Tension control system registers label success
(November 2003)
Custom label manufacturer Skanem has recently started retrofitting ZF hysteresis units to its Gallus printing machines to match changing industry demands
IR camera boosts NDT capabilities offshore
(October 2003)
CAN Offshore's multidisciplined project services include a range of NDT inspection techniques, now including thermography
Servo controller speeds prosthetics production
(September 2003)
Ortho Europe has developed a novel carving machine for producing customised sockets for artificial limbs
Web pad helps keep plants rolling
(June 2003)
The Mobic T8 is a rugged web pad that uses the instant-on Windows CE operating system and a multitude of communications technologies - several of which are wireless
Accelerometer plumbs the depths
(May 2003)
The MTN1100QW is a compact industrial accelerometer which can operate completely submerged to a depth of 100m
PVC maker standardises process knowledge
(May 2003)
Shin-Etsu PVC has selected Experion PKS as the automation foundation for a production expansion project at its vinyl chloride plant in Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Motor solves vibration problems for British Gas
(April 2003)
Motors from ABB have helped resolve a major motor vibration issue for British Gas HRL (Hydrocarbon Resource) at its North Morecambe plant in Barrow-in-Furness
Split roller bearings cut paper plant downtime
(April 2003)
SRB split roller bearings are providing both design and plant engineers within the paper industry with a solution which both simplifies and expedites bearing replacement
Flythroughs take clashes out of building services
(March 2003)
NavisWorks has revealed how one UK customer has made NavisWorks an integral part of his business
Palm size checker speeds temperature calibration
(February 2003)
At 1.8kg, the new Jofra ETC lightweight temperature checker brings a new meaning to portability
Solution guide provides the right adhesive answer
(December 2002)
Henkel Loctite Adhesives has updated and expanded its easy-to-use solution guide
Performance tester checks motors via power cables
(December 2002)
The new Explorer MkII motor performance tester from Whitelegg Machines offers nonintrusive monitoring of electric motors via their power cables