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FLIR IR cameras introduce thermal image enhancement technology
Andre Voshart | May 14, 2012
FLIR has unveiled the new FLIR T420 and T440 thermal imagers. These high-performance infrared cameras launch innovative new imaging capabilities that help professionals find and capture problems more easily and...
Read moreSKF launches Knowledge Engineering mobile apps
Andre Voshart | April 30, 2012
SKF has developed a range of informational and calculation-focused apps which enable users to experience the world of SKF knowledge engineering on their iPhone and iPad. The SKF apps make...
Read moreWalter products suitable for food facilities: Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Andre Voshart | April 24, 2012
Walter Surface Technologies has announced that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency has accepted an additional four products to the roster of Walter products suitable for use in food-processing facilities. “Most...
Read moreNew Fluke 805 vibration meter redefines vibration screening
Andre Voshart | April 05, 2012
Fluke Corp. introduces the Fluke 805 vibration meter, a portable multifunction vibration screening tool that provides quantifiable information on the bearing and overall health of motors and other rotating equipment....
Read moreBio-Circle offers Canadian Armed Forces eco-friendly cleaning solution
Andre Voshart | March 19, 2012
Walter Surface Technologies is proud to support the Canadian Armed Forces Army, Navy and Air Force divisions with Bio-Circle, a green cleaning alternative to solvents. Like many civilian industries that...
Read moreLind Equipment appoints electrical sales agent in Alberta
Andre Voshart | January 31, 2012
Lind Equipment has appointed Calgary-based ElectriXwest Agencies as its electrical sales agent in Alberta. ElectriXwest Agencies will continue to build Lind Equipment’s presence in Alberta and serve electrical distributors’ demands for...
Read moreAlberta's SMS Equipment picks Wright Tool for maintenance, assembly needs
Andre Voshart | January 17, 2012
Wright Tool is partnering with SMS Equipment for its maintenance and assembly needs. SMS Equipment, based in Acheson, Alta., chose Wright Tool as its preferred hand tool supplier for internal...
Read moreFluke acquires test-tool manufacturer Martel Electronics
Andre Voshart | January 11, 2012
Fluke Corp. has acquired Martel Electronics Corp., a Derry, N.H.-based manufacturer of electronic test tools and OEM products. In addition to producing its own Martel and Beta branded products, Martel...
Read moreRockwell launches online, mobile app energy-saving calculators
Andre Voshart | December 12, 2011
A new tool from Rockwell Automation conveniently allows manufacturers to use mobile devices or computers to calculate potential savings derived from variable frequency drives to power pumps and fans. Manufacturers...
Read moreMotion Computing's CL900 SlateMate helps Canadian mobile users document, process plant data
Andre Voshart | November 30, 2011
Motion Computing has introduced its Motion CL900 SlateMate — a productivity tool that extends the functionality of the CL900 tablet PC — to the Canadian market. Securely integrated into the...
Read moreGammaTech expands Canadian distribution of rugged computers with Pro-Data
Andre Voshart | November 28, 2011
GammaTech Computer Corp. has partnered with Calgary-based distributor Pro-Data Inc., which will distribute GammaTech’s Durabook models to resellers across Canada as well as become an authorized GammaTech service center. “We are...
Read morePaint, coating producer Krylon Industrial introduces revamped website
Andre Voshart | November 08, 2011
Krylon Industrial, a producer of industrial, commercial and MRO paints and coatings, has launched a new website (www.krylonIndustrial.com) designed specifically with the needs of our varied customer base in mind. Today,...
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Warning Signs: How to take advantage of data from condition-monitoring tools
Andre Voshart | April 19, 2012
A plant engineer’s ability to diagnose, detect and monitor equipment condition issues is advancing all the time, thanks to ongoing developments with vibration, thermography (infrared), oil analysis and ultrasound tools,...
Read moreNo Paper Trail: Digital data collection generates visible results for Finning
Andre Voshart | January 16, 2012
As the world’s largest Caterpillar equipment dealer, Alberta-based Finning sells, rents and services heavy equipment and engines. Their customers run mission-critical equipment in rugged and isolated locations. To keep customers...
Read moreData on the Go: How mobile computing is evolving maintenance processes
Andre Voshart | November 28, 2011
These days, it’s a whole new world for maintenance and engineering technicians. The use of mobile computing devices — allowing workers to take speedy, automatic readings, easily access asset histories...
Read moreGet Proactive: Condition monitoring tools a smart business investment
Andre Voshart | November 21, 2011
Unplanned downtime caused by equipment failures costs manufacturers up to three percent of revenue every year. That’s 30 percent less profit. In an era of extreme competitiveness, no one can...
Read moreIn the Cloud: Aim high with software-as-a-service for maintenance and asset management
Andre Voshart | November 14, 2011
While many companies are still feeling the pinch of the economy, manufacturing costs and spending on new equipment, employees and technology can be daunting. These companies are still required to...
Read more7 Epic Fails in MRO: Fix poor data management permeating an ERP ecosystem
Andre Voshart | September 20, 2011
Most businesses typically put their energy, resources and investment into things like product design, sales and marketing, production efficiency, process control, IT and supply-chain management. With so many important priorities...
Read moreMetro Vancouver renews, updates condition-monitoring program for treatment-plant reliability
Andre Voshart | August 15, 2011
Metro Vancouver has expanded its services agreement with Azima DLI and will now benefit from Azima DLI’s web-based data analysis capabilities, in addition to its vibration monitoring tools, to support...
Read moreData Drill Down: Teck Resources unearths stronger asset performance with ERP
Andre Voshart | July 13, 2011
Vancouver-based Teck Resources operates six metallurgical coal mines in British Columbia and Alberta. The desire to coordinate workflow among them and manage inventory efficiently had the coal division looking for...
Read moreTag, You're It: Bar-code tags keep hundreds of thousands of leak points in check
Andre Voshart | July 13, 2011
Where engineers see valves, flanges, pumps and threaded connectors, the trained eye of a leak-detection and repair (LDAR) specialist sees potential leak points. LDAR or fugitive emissions programs help major...
Read moreManage plant-floor software and devices through change management
Andre Voshart | July 11, 2011
When a plant is running at peak efficiency, so is the business. But when things break down and production lines stop, so does productivity — and that can have far-reaching...
Read moreLook for Leaks: Infrared uncovers fugitive gases hidden to the naked eye
Andre Voshart | March 04, 2011
Over the past few decades, infrared cameras have revolutionized maintenance in many industries by finding hidden electrical and mechanical faults before major equipment damage can occur, saving money and enhancing...
Read moreReduce HVAC consumption through proper cleaning
Andre Voshart | February 15, 2011
HVAC systems account for over half of the energy used in commercial and residential buildings. For this reason alone, it is important to keep energy expenditures to a minimum. Excessive...
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SDT200 ultrasonic detector
May 07, 2012
Introducing the SDT200, an ultrasound detector without compromise. From the moment you pick up the SDT200 and grip its robust chassis you know that SDT has not sacrificed quality for...
Read moreOPK-341 industrial leak detection kit
May 07, 2012
Spectronics Corp. has introduced the OPK-341 industrial leak detection kit, an effective and efficient way to pinpoint the exact source of all fluid leaks in hydraulic equipment, compressors, engines, gearboxes,...
Read moreNew Fluke 62 Max and 62 Max+ infrared thermometers
April 23, 2012
Fluke Corp. introduces the new Fluke 62 Max and 62 Max+ infrared thermometers. These rugged, accurate, easy-to-use test tools are dust, water and drop resistant, making them ideal for the...
Read moreDemolition hammer
April 23, 2012
The new Hilti TE 700-AVR demolition hammer is built for comfort and has been specially designed for extensive renovation work. Featuring 15 percent more power, a reduced contact pressure, as...
Read moreWireless link for handheld digital multimeters
April 09, 2012
Agilent Technologies Inc. has introduced a wireless connectivity solution that links up to three Agilent handheld digital multimeters to smartphones, tablets and PCs. By enabling remote viewing and control from...
Read moreKit measures motor shaft voltage
April 09, 2012
Whether they drive the fans and pumps of commercial HVAC systems or the conveyors of industrial production lines, motors controlled by variable frequency drives (VFDs) are vulnerable to electrical bearing...
Read moreSafer rust removal
March 26, 2012
Walter Surface Technologies has released BIO-RUST, a non-corrosive solution that eradicates rust on iron and mild steel, which can be used anywhere rust is present. For example, fabrication shops can...
Read moreMetal surface cleaners and conditioners
March 26, 2012
Metal surface cleaners and conditioners from Birchwood Casey improve black oxide coating and other metal finishing processes, available in a range of biodegradable liquid cleaners and mild acid conditioners. For...
Read moreShare borescope inspection video over the web
March 12, 2012
Extech announces the BRD10 Wireless USB Video Receiver which enables Extech borescopes to behave like a wireless webcam for real-time inspection video streaming over the web with major web-based services...
Read moreMobile MRO workstations
March 12, 2012
Lista International Corp. introduces its durable mobile MRO workstations, which are mini workstations and high-density storage cabinets on wheels. Ideal for maintenance and repair applications, these storage solutions can be...
Read moreMine product news: Synthetic mine hoist rope passes critical coiling test
February 24, 2012
Lightweight, high performance synthetic ropes have become the standard in many industrial applications where the weight of wire rope, but not exclusively, is a drawback. Underground mine hoisting — deep...
Read moreChemical and abrasion-resistant epoxy
January 16, 2012
Henkel has introduced a two-part, sprayable ceramic coating designed to protect metal surfaces on industrial equipment from wear, abrasion and corrosion. Loctite Nordbak 7255 sprayable ceramic coating is sprayed onto...
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Located on the edge of Lake Ontario just east of downtown Toronto, PEM’s 2011 Maintenance Award winner is Pickering Nuclear — one of the world's largest nuclear generating facilities. The massive plant has six operating CANDU reactors, and all together, the station has a total output of 3,100 megawatts. Learn how the maintenance team does it all.- Better Physical Asset Management - Initiatives that Work (May 28.05)
- PTDA Canadian Conference (June 07.06)
