September 2007 – PEM e-News
Welcome to the September edition of the PEM e-Newsletter!
Make the right choice with lubricants
In the PEM
September issue, a special oil and lubricants report provides you with
a toolbox of helpful tips. For example, at the IMC 2006 Conference held
late last year in Daytona Beach, FL, U.S.-based lubrication trainer and
consultant Raymond Thibault, CLS, talked about why companies need to
use lubrication best practices.
According to Thibault, it’s all about the “rights of lubrication.” Key considerations include:
Right type
• OEM should be the primary source of lubricant recommendations along with the lube supplier; and
• Right viscosity grade is the most important factor.
Right amount
• Identify each point and the amount of lubricant to be added.
Right quality
• Quality standards need to be established and lubricants routinely checked.
Right place
• All lubrication points should be labelled with markers, stickers or tags.
Right time
• Re-lubrication intervals should be established based on the equipment type and criticality.
“Good
lubrication practices are essential to any asset management program.
Over or under lubricating equipment is the main cause of failures,”
said Thibault. “You want to develop lubrication scheduling through the
computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) system or other
electronic program. I also recommend that maintainers keep records of
lubrication activities.”
Cheers,
Robert Robertson, PEM Editor
PEMAC Allied Member
rrobertson@clbmedia.ca
www.pem-mag.com
INDUSTRY NEWS
NSK introduces ball screw shift actuator
MISSISSAUGA, ON—NSK
Canada (part of NSK Ltd.) announced that it has developed a ball screw
shift actuator for use in the world's largest and most powerful marine
outboard motor. Designed for large, off-shore boats, this 350-hp., 5.3
litre V8 engine offers the advantages of easier hull mounting and
maintenance, as well as more interior room below the cockpit when
compared to traditional inboard engines, says the company.
To read the full story, click here.
Get on board the MainTrain!
 TORONTO, ON—The
latest and fully updated MainTrain 2007 brochure is now available.
MainTrain 2007 is developed and produced by the Plant Engineering and
Maintenance Association of Canada (PEMAC). At MainTrain 2007, you can
take charge of your career and return with the tools to excel at your
job! The main conference will be held at the Novotel Toronto Centre on
November 26-28, 2007. Technical training workshops will be held on
November 26, 2007; MMP certification on November 26 and November 29,
2007.
To read the full story, click here.
 Farr publishes dust collection brochure
JONESBORO, AK—A
new 24-page brochure from Farr Air Pollution Control (APC) showcases
the company’s extensive capabilities in the design and manufacture of
dust collectors for a wide range of processes.
To read the full story, click here.
PDTA releases key trend data for July
CHICAGO, IL—The
Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) released July 2007
month-end trend data for Canadian distributors and manufacturers of
power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) products.
To read the full story, click here.
Timken brings innovation to housed units
CANTON, OH—The
Timken Company announced two new innovations to its Timken Fafnir ball
bearing, housed-unit line—a larger, more durable housing and a new
setscrew locking system.
To read the full story, click here.
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In the PEM September issue:
- PEM 2007 Salary Survey: This year, more than 500 respondents completed a comprehensive online questionnaire form—marking the largest total since the PEM
salary survey was introduced in 2004. How does your pay and raise
compare with industry peers? Read the salary survey to find out!
- Oil and Lubrication:
Top industry expert Ken Bannister leads off the special oil and
lubrication report with his article on lubrication practices. Smart
lubrication generates big results, and Ken will show you how. The
report also includes: the laws of lubrication—it starts with a good
lubrication system; avoid the high cost of micropitting by using the
right lubricant; and understanding the ABCs of viscosity.
- Health & Safety Asbestos
is a silent killer: maintainers making repairs or anyone else working
in a plant facility may encounter asbestos. It wraps around pipes and
elbows, it lines boilers and it's present in a host of ordinary
construction materials, including wallboard and ceiling tiles. This
helpful article shows maintenance professionals and other plant workers
how to properly handle asbestos.
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Clean up hazardous spills