Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Maintenance Procedures",
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 Safety isolators cut power consumption from
MTL Instruments Group, which we summarised at the time by saying "The reduced power consumption and high efficiency of the isolators enables high signal densities to be achieved, together with improved freedom in cabinet layout and design".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Twin-headed switches do double safety duties from
Euchner (UK): "The use of a single safety switch for the control of two guards or doors has obvious cost cutting advantages".
In July 2007, we covered the news from Hoerbiger-Origa
concerning its Airfit automatic drain valve
- take a look at Automatic drain valve expands operating range
which says: "The addition of a new drain valve expands the Airfit's maximum ambient and medium temperature for the new valve to 120C".
Take a look also at the news release from Fanuc Robotics (UK), High-speed robot works in tight environments,
as well as Gearbox company acquired from Deritend Group,
and Water meter overcomes traditional problems from Krohne.
See also:
Refurbishment cuts cost of bearing replacement
(January 2007)
Schaeffler Llanelli helps Corus Packaging Plus, Trostre Works, solve bearing vibration problem on critical tin plate leveller rolls
Blinds that follow the safety rules
(December 2006)
AJG Waters (Equipment) now offers Strahman Line Blinds for 100 per cent isolation of equipment to ensure the safety of personnel during plant maintenance
Survey highlights torque-tool maintenance
(December 2006)
Industry survey reveals a shocking lack of awareness of the importance of properly maintaining torque-controlled tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers
Preventative maintenance for electrical safety
(November 2006)
Jim Wallace, research and technology manager at Seaward Electronic, explains the importance of ensuring the safety of electrical equipment used in the workplace
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
Staying on the straight and narrow
(October 2006)
Phil Burge, Marketing Manager at SKF (UK) looks at how laser technology is improving alignment in a wide range of applications
Vision systems keep watch on bottle quality
(September 2006)
Supplying packaging to consumer drinks manufacturers is serious business, and so Rexam automatically inspects bottles in order to ensure that they are intact, clean and meet safety standards
Software brings positioners into asset management
(September 2006)
Flowserve ValveAnalysis is a novel software plug-in for Emerson Process Management's AMS Suite of asset management tools
Health check monitors discharges
(August 2006)
MCERTS Health Check service assists UK water companies in complying with discharge consents
Hydraulic filter thrives underground
(July 2006)
The latest bypass microfilter unit from Filtration Analysis Services Technology is specifically designed for applications where nonsparking, strength and durability are required
Ion exchange system saves on water
(June 2006)
A novel ion exchange system is targeted at a broad range of industries
Handy guide to belt drives and bearings
(June 2006)
A pocket sized 'Belt drives and bearings reference guide' includes specific user information on belts, sheaves and bearings
Chains last longer on white knuckle rides
(June 2006)
Renold has recently won orders from some of the biggest names in thriller theme park rides to supply replacement drive chains as part of routine maintenance procedures
No action to be taken on Chancery Lane incident
(March 2006)
The Health and Safety Executive's (HSE) HM Railway Inspectorate (HMRI) has published its web-based report into the Central Line train derailment at Chancery Lane tube station on 25 January 2003
Flexible insulation reduces burn risk
(February 2006)
Non-fibrous, removable, high temperature insulation products in the form of sleeves, wraps, blankets, tapes and component insulation help reduce the potential for burn injuries in the workplace
Cool-Skin insulation in a wide variety of formats
(February 2006)
Worbo is introducing a full range of Cool-Skin non-fibrous, removable, user-friendly, high-temperature insulation products in the form of sleeves, wraps, blankets, tapes and custom designs
Drive range expanded
(January 2006)
Variable speed drive range for electric motors expanded with 15 larger sizes to take it from 0.7kW up to 530kW
Pipe insulation eliminates hazards and saves money
(January 2006)
Worbo's Cool-Skin pipe insulation will help hot mix asphalt plants make significant energy savings while creating a safer workplace
Rotary valve aids food production pilot
(January 2006)
Seeking improved performance and reliability from its pilot plant in Fermoy, Co Cork, Moorepark Technology chose Rota Val to supply a custom-designed rotary valve for its spray drier
World's largest refinery aims to boost reliability
(January 2006)
ABB has been selected by Petroleos de Venezuela to improve reliability and reduce the downtime of critical equipment at the Paraguana Refining Centre, the largest oil refinery in the world
Vibration sensor provides practical maintenance
(September 2005)
The chlor-alkali producer Ineos Chlor has used Monitran's recently launched MTN/410 Defender vibration sensor to help clean up its operational maintenance procedures
Torque transducers serviced and calibrated
(July 2005)
Datum Electronics can service and calibrate both its own noncontact and slop ring torque transducers and indicators and many other commercially available devices
Bigger conduits house more cables
(May 2005)
Premium Duty Jumbo Flex is a new high quality large diameter nonmetallic conduit with its own specific connector
Maintenance products take to the field
(April 2005)
A new range of Henkel Loctite maintenance products are designed specifically to extend the life of quarry equipment at a minimum of effort and cost
Vapour booster provides additional protection
(August 2004)
The high-throughput 18B4 vacuum pump has been upgraded with additional features to enable easier maintenance and operation
Research targets harsh sensor applications
(July 2004)
Endevco is working with the University of California, Irvine to investigate the use of wide-bandgap materials for harsh sensor applications
Drives promise new levels of savings
(July 2004)
A new series of variable speed drives for electric motors claims to set new benchmarks for energy saving
Middle East users to meet in Bahrain
(July 2004)
The Fieldbus Foundation End User Council Middle East will hold its inaugural End User Council meeting, 'Multaqa 2004', from 13th to 15th September 2004, at the Ritz Carlton Hotel in Manama, Bahrain
Middle Eastern fieldbus users unite
(May 2004)
The Foundation fieldbus End User Council - Middle East (FFEUC-ME) is a new organisation that mirrors the dramatic growth of fieldbus technology in the Middle East
Frost and Sullivan rewards pharmaceutical work
(May 2004)
Honeywell has received Frost and Sullivan's prestigious Pharmaceutical Automation Customer Value Leadership (CVL) of the Year Award
Containment unit augments ball valve seals
(April 2004)
The MCU media containment unit is a novel accessory for Flow-Tek ball valves that offers a secondary seal in addition to the exceptional primary stem sealing capacity of the high quality valves
Low-profile relays have green credentials
(March 2004)
Acal Radiatron is now offering the RX family of low-profile lead- and cadmium-free relays, rated at up to 16A, in either clear or opaque housings only 15.7mm high
News on the Roller chain maintenance procedures from Diamond Chain Company
(January 2004)
Diamond Chain Company has issued a maintenance procedures guide answering questions concerning roller chain maintenance and problems caused by improper maintenance
Sightglasses allow safe inspection
(December 2003)
IR sightglasses are designed to enable thermographers to obtain accurate high-definition infra-red images of electrical switchgear without removing protective guards and covers