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Can you fire a chronic gambler?
Ed Bonney, a young engineer in the plant engineering department, was rated above average from a performance standpoint, but viewed as a security risk by his boss, Engineering Supervisor Bob Griffin. » more
Ed Bonney, a young engineer in the plant engineering department, was rated above average from a performance standpoint, but viewed as a security risk by his boss, Engineering Supervisor Bob Griffin. » more
CMMS
An 8-p brochure highlights CMMS products and company capabilities that help ensure successful implementation. DP Solutions, Inc. www.dpsi-cmms.com » more
An 8-p brochure highlights CMMS products and company capabilities that help ensure successful implementation. DP Solutions, Inc. www.dpsi-cmms.com » more
Gauge measures walls from one side
DX-1 handheld, ultrasonic gauge measures the wall thickness of pipes, boiler tubes, tanks, castings and other materials where access to only one side is available. A high speed scan allows checking... » more
DX-1 handheld, ultrasonic gauge measures the wall thickness of pipes, boiler tubes, tanks, castings and other materials where access to only one side is available. A high speed scan allows checking... » more
Glovia 4.0
Glovia 4.0 is a next-generation enterprise resource planning solution that provides extensive capabilities to meet the changing needs of discrete manufacturing and service operations of every type.... » more
Glovia 4.0 is a next-generation enterprise resource planning solution that provides extensive capabilities to meet the changing needs of discrete manufacturing and service operations of every type.... » more
Timers and controls
A 352-p product selection guide and application manual covers time delay relays, solid state timing modules, three-phase voltage monitors, ac current sensors, liquid level controls, solid state... » more
A 352-p product selection guide and application manual covers time delay relays, solid state timing modules, three-phase voltage monitors, ac current sensors, liquid level controls, solid state... » more
GRAND AWARD
Welding helmet allows easy removal of exhaled air Model 9000X welding helmet features aerodynamically designed exhaust vents to remove exhaled air without letting in welding smoke. » more
Welding helmet allows easy removal of exhaled air Model 9000X welding helmet features aerodynamically designed exhaust vents to remove exhaled air without letting in welding smoke. » more
Corrosion control
This 1998 Products Guide is the largest compilation of material degradation reference materials in the world. The publication features more than 1000 books, technical standards, software, and related... » more
This 1998 Products Guide is the largest compilation of material degradation reference materials in the world. The publication features more than 1000 books, technical standards, software, and related... » more
Absorption chillers
Absorption chillers, including two-stage direct-fired and steam models with ratings from 200 to 1500 tons of refrigeration, are described in a 12-p brochure. » more
Absorption chillers, including two-stage direct-fired and steam models with ratings from 200 to 1500 tons of refrigeration, are described in a 12-p brochure. » more
Electrical enclosures
A 4-p technical brief offers information on specifying materials for electrical and electronic enclosures used in corrosive environments. » more
A 4-p technical brief offers information on specifying materials for electrical and electronic enclosures used in corrosive environments. » more
Lift trucks offer ergonomic design
Series of 3000-5000 lb electric, narrow aisle lift trucks are ergonomically designed and include a multi-position control pod, power steering, and fingertip hydraulic controls. Kalmar AC, Inc. » more
Series of 3000-5000 lb electric, narrow aisle lift trucks are ergonomically designed and include a multi-position control pod, power steering, and fingertip hydraulic controls. Kalmar AC, Inc. » more
Metering pump
Pump provides economical and efficient performance when metering low-flow liquids in a wide range of process applications. Featuring highly accurate, repeatable rates, the pump offers pinpoint flow... » more
Pump provides economical and efficient performance when metering low-flow liquids in a wide range of process applications. Featuring highly accurate, repeatable rates, the pump offers pinpoint flow... » more
Should you accept applications for unavailable jobs?
Maintenance Foreman Ben Graff ran into a problem that was all too familiar. When Electrician Grade I Peter Rifkin unexpectedly opted for early retirement, giving his boss one week's notice, it put... » more
Maintenance Foreman Ben Graff ran into a problem that was all too familiar. When Electrician Grade I Peter Rifkin unexpectedly opted for early retirement, giving his boss one week's notice, it put... » more
Choosing The Right Chain Hoist
Plant engineers and maintenance personnel understand that hoists play an ongoing vital role in the manufacturing environment. Hoists lift materials and move finished products, while taking abuse in... » more
Plant engineers and maintenance personnel understand that hoists play an ongoing vital role in the manufacturing environment. Hoists lift materials and move finished products, while taking abuse in... » more
Radio remote controls
Portable radio remote control systems, RF data links, and related products for material handling equipment will be on display. Cattron, Inc. » more
Portable radio remote control systems, RF data links, and related products for material handling equipment will be on display. Cattron, Inc. » more
Backflow preventers
An 8-p bulletin describes a full line of backflow preventers. An exclusive design streamlines the number of working parts, reducing the need for maintenance and repair. Flowmatic Valves... » more
An 8-p bulletin describes a full line of backflow preventers. An exclusive design streamlines the number of working parts, reducing the need for maintenance and repair. Flowmatic Valves... » more
Portable staircase
Staircase fits anywhere a standard ladder does, and is safe and easy to use. Safety features include handrails and a central stringer that eliminates the possibility of hitting the nosing of the... » more
Staircase fits anywhere a standard ladder does, and is safe and easy to use. Safety features include handrails and a central stringer that eliminates the possibility of hitting the nosing of the... » more
Dryers cut energy cost and wear
Clean Cycle refrigerated, compressed air dryers offer two main benefits: lower operating costs and reduced wear on components. » more
Clean Cycle refrigerated, compressed air dryers offer two main benefits: lower operating costs and reduced wear on components. » more
Liner improves acoustical and thermal performance
TouchGard R rotary-based duct liner provides high acoustical and thermal performance in HVAC systems. The liner features a tough, smooth, and damage-resistant airstream surface that ensures a... » more
TouchGard R rotary-based duct liner provides high acoustical and thermal performance in HVAC systems. The liner features a tough, smooth, and damage-resistant airstream surface that ensures a... » more
Conference Prepares Industry For The 21st Century
Over 50 application and technical programs, plus several workshops, are designed to provide attendees with the information, technology, and skills needed to integrate new products and ideas into... » more
Over 50 application and technical programs, plus several workshops, are designed to provide attendees with the information, technology, and skills needed to integrate new products and ideas into... » more
Uncommon side: Unfriendly times at UPS -- part II
Part I of this case was presented in the October 1997 issue of Plant Engineering. Our UPS case raises a number of questions. » more
Part I of this case was presented in the October 1997 issue of Plant Engineering. Our UPS case raises a number of questions. » more
Clean tubes with clean air
Packages provide a compact and inexpensive method of removing contamination from tubes, pipes, and hoses using a specifically designed projectile driven by 85-120 psi compressed air. » more
Packages provide a compact and inexpensive method of removing contamination from tubes, pipes, and hoses using a specifically designed projectile driven by 85-120 psi compressed air. » more
Videoscopes
Series 6 videoscopes with dual optics technology inspect inside piping, machinery, valves, and other hard-to-access locations. The product measures defects viewed on a video screen with 95% accuracy.... » more
Series 6 videoscopes with dual optics technology inspect inside piping, machinery, valves, and other hard-to-access locations. The product measures defects viewed on a video screen with 95% accuracy.... » more
Should a professional tolerate mediocrity?
The answer may be yes or no. Yes, because we sometimes have no choice. And no, because mediocrity always lowers the high standards the company is trying to develop and sustain. » more
The answer may be yes or no. Yes, because we sometimes have no choice. And no, because mediocrity always lowers the high standards the company is trying to develop and sustain. » more
Fasteners improve roof windstorm ratings
XHD fasteners plus a 2 3/8-in. barbed metal seam plate combine to create the industry's leading Factory Mutual windstorm classifications for mechanically attached roofing. New ratings include FM... » more
XHD fasteners plus a 2 3/8-in. barbed metal seam plate combine to create the industry's leading Factory Mutual windstorm classifications for mechanically attached roofing. New ratings include FM... » more
President's fiscal year 1999 budget seeks $725 million for technology
In a move that demonstrates further efforts to improve the economy, President Clinton's fiscal year 1999 budget request for the Commerce Dept.'s Technology Administration is $725 million. » more
In a move that demonstrates further efforts to improve the economy, President Clinton's fiscal year 1999 budget request for the Commerce Dept.'s Technology Administration is $725 million. » more
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