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Managing alarms effectively
Many SCADA systems have built-in features that can be used to improve alarm handling, operator response times, and root cause analysis » more
Active filter cleaning technologies extend filter life, improve efficiency
Active filter cleaning has evolved from passive filtration to more active methods like mechanical and reverse air methods » more
Decoding "efficiency" for mechanical draft fans
Indoor air quality: In the industrial sector, efficiency is a hot topic, and one increasingly relevant to the design of mechanical draft fans » more
Manufacturing confidence poised for a rebound
Randstad study finds reinvestment in sector could deliver a stronger resurgence » more
Managing supply chain risk a challenge, study finds
KPMG report shows few manufacturers have visibility in their supply chains » more
Motor repair and replace by the numbers
Calculating your efficiency will point the way to the right decision » more
Fuse block mobile app
The FuseFinder app features a comprehensive database of more than 130,000 fuse and fuse block cross reference part numbers » more
Anti-microbial additive
LUBRI-ARMOUR is an anti-microbial additive designed to prevent decomposition and odors and is EPA registered » more
Ultraviolet LED light
The LEDLB-24E-UV-365NM ultraviolet LED light for curing applications and is designed to provide operators a cost effective alternative to 400 watt UV bulbs used for curing coatings and primer » more
App for operator interface
the groov View app is available for Android and iOS interfaces and is designed for OEMs and system integrators » more
Managing alarms effectivelyMany SCADA systems have built-in features that can be used to improve alarm handling, operator response times, and root cause analysis » more
Using Lean to add value, achieve operational experience
Lean manufacturing can be measured for operational excellence in three ways to ensure manufacturers are getting the most efficiency and engagement from their workers and machines » more
Lean manufacturing can be measured for operational excellence in three ways to ensure manufacturers are getting the most efficiency and engagement from their workers and machines » more
The 14 elements of OSHA inspections: How they affect maintenance processes
In the second of three parts, John Ross examines OSHA's 14 elements from their National Emphasis Program (NEP) » more
In the second of three parts, John Ross examines OSHA's 14 elements from their National Emphasis Program (NEP) » more
Active filter cleaning technologies extend filter life, improve efficiencyActive filter cleaning has evolved from passive filtration to more active methods like mechanical and reverse air methods » more
Decoding "efficiency" for mechanical draft fansIndoor air quality: In the industrial sector, efficiency is a hot topic, and one increasingly relevant to the design of mechanical draft fans » more
Lubrication strategy and energy management
Plant Engineering content manager Bob Vavra discusses lubrication maintenance strategy and its impact on energy efficiency with Geoffrey Polanek, industrial advisor for Mobil Industrial Lubricants » more
Plant Engineering content manager Bob Vavra discusses lubrication maintenance strategy and its impact on energy efficiency with Geoffrey Polanek, industrial advisor for Mobil Industrial Lubricants » more
Manufacturing confidence poised for a reboundRandstad study finds reinvestment in sector could deliver a stronger resurgence » more
Managing supply chain risk a challenge, study findsKPMG report shows few manufacturers have visibility in their supply chains » more
The history and purpose of PSM-NEP
Even with OSHA's good intent, catastrophic incidents were still happening, especially in the petroleum industry. » more
Even with OSHA's good intent, catastrophic incidents were still happening, especially in the petroleum industry. » more
ABB's Hogan to resign as CEO
Joe Hogan, has decided to resign from ABB after five years as the company's CEO » more
Joe Hogan, has decided to resign from ABB after five years as the company's CEO » more
Motor repair and replace by the numbersCalculating your efficiency will point the way to the right decision » more
Shedding new light on LED lighting’s benefits
LED lighting is an easy way for many building owners to cut down on energy bills and reduce potential maintenance and safety costs » more
LED lighting is an easy way for many building owners to cut down on energy bills and reduce potential maintenance and safety costs » more
U.S. manufacturers can benefit from global machine tool market growth
EMO officials tout American importance at September trade event in Germany » more
EMO officials tout American importance at September trade event in Germany » more
Fuse block mobile appThe FuseFinder app features a comprehensive database of more than 130,000 fuse and fuse block cross reference part numbers » more
Anti-microbial additiveLUBRI-ARMOUR is an anti-microbial additive designed to prevent decomposition and odors and is EPA registered » more
Ultraviolet LED lightThe LEDLB-24E-UV-365NM ultraviolet LED light for curing applications and is designed to provide operators a cost effective alternative to 400 watt UV bulbs used for curing coatings and primer » more
App for operator interfacethe groov View app is available for Android and iOS interfaces and is designed for OEMs and system integrators » more
Cloud computing forecast is bright and sunny
Infor product manager looks at how the cloud will benefit manufacturers » more
Infor product manager looks at how the cloud will benefit manufacturers » more
Veterans to get boost from jobs initiative
Initiative looks to translate military skills to manufacturing, private sector jobs » more
Initiative looks to translate military skills to manufacturing, private sector jobs » more
FABTECH to expand to India in 2014
Goal is to "take U.S. technology exhibitors right to the Indian market." » more
Goal is to "take U.S. technology exhibitors right to the Indian market." » more
PMI Index: Steady, but slower manufacturing growth
Index declines for third straight month, but stays above growth threshold » more
Index declines for third straight month, but stays above growth threshold » more
Switching PM gears for fast and furious maintenance
CMMS conventional wisdom tells us to schedule our machine preventive maintenance items on a calendar, but what if it's too early to check and replace a part? » more
CMMS conventional wisdom tells us to schedule our machine preventive maintenance items on a calendar, but what if it's too early to check and replace a part? » more
Beyond reshoring: Why restarting plants and hiring workers are just as crucial
An emphasis on addressing both the skills gap and opening plants that are either closed or underutilized is essential if manufacturing wants to continue growing and attracting new workers » more
An emphasis on addressing both the skills gap and opening plants that are either closed or underutilized is essential if manufacturing wants to continue growing and attracting new workers » more