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Must a misfit be kept on the payroll?
Mechanic Grade II Tom Ketterman's work performance was rated satisfactory or better. This rating was more than could be said for his social performance. Ketterman was by far and away the most... » more
Mechanic Grade II Tom Ketterman's work performance was rated satisfactory or better. This rating was more than could be said for his social performance. Ketterman was by far and away the most... » more
ECM motor delivers 60% energy savings
ECM motor applied to fan-powered variable air volume terminal units at 277 V provides greater than 60% energy savings, compared to conventional induction motors. Although more expensive initially,... » more
ECM motor applied to fan-powered variable air volume terminal units at 277 V provides greater than 60% energy savings, compared to conventional induction motors. Although more expensive initially,... » more
Presenting...1997 Plant Engineering Magazine Maintenance Tips Of The Year
Suggestions for drilling holes in overhead positions, removing socket set or head screws, and locating bad connections were the problems solved by the winners in Plant Engineering magazine's "Ninth... » more
Suggestions for drilling holes in overhead positions, removing socket set or head screws, and locating bad connections were the problems solved by the winners in Plant Engineering magazine's "Ninth... » more
Guidelines For Choosing A Pipe Thread Sealant
Looking into any maintenance technician's tool box or a plant's supply closet likely turns up some type of pipe thread sealant. » more
Looking into any maintenance technician's tool box or a plant's supply closet likely turns up some type of pipe thread sealant. » more
Selecting Quick-Connect Couplings For Compressed Air Service
Most manufacturing plants using compressed air apply quick-connect couplings. Proper selection and sizing of these inexpensive, ubiquitous devices are usually not given the consideration they... » more
Most manufacturing plants using compressed air apply quick-connect couplings. Proper selection and sizing of these inexpensive, ubiquitous devices are usually not given the consideration they... » more
Hazgas guide
Gas Sensors Handbook provides information on the dangers of hazardous gases, principles of gas detection and monitoring systems, and includes a section on gas sensors and their characteristics and... » more
Gas Sensors Handbook provides information on the dangers of hazardous gases, principles of gas detection and monitoring systems, and includes a section on gas sensors and their characteristics and... » more
Stack lights
Complete information on a new line of stack lights is presented in a 44-p catalog. Six color modules and a combination light-sound module can be assembled without tools. Rockwell... » more
Complete information on a new line of stack lights is presented in a 44-p catalog. Six color modules and a combination light-sound module can be assembled without tools. Rockwell... » more
Blower capacity range is tripled
Draft-induced and general purpose blowers previously delivering 55 to 460 cfm now range from 15 to 1200 cfm. The line is used in a variety of furnace and hot water heaters without requiring... » more
Draft-induced and general purpose blowers previously delivering 55 to 460 cfm now range from 15 to 1200 cfm. The line is used in a variety of furnace and hot water heaters without requiring... » more
How do you know how dry I am?
Glossary of Desiccant Dehumidification Terms explains over 50 terms from absorption to zeolite. The equipment is applied in process and HVAC applications for moisture removal. Air Technology Systems,... » more
Glossary of Desiccant Dehumidification Terms explains over 50 terms from absorption to zeolite. The equipment is applied in process and HVAC applications for moisture removal. Air Technology Systems,... » more
Air compressors
A guide to understanding and measuring the cost of generating compressed air is presented in an 8-p brochure. » more
A guide to understanding and measuring the cost of generating compressed air is presented in an 8-p brochure. » more
Is a single pregnant woman entitled to maternity leave?
When a supervisor bases human relations decisions on his own personal philosophies and beliefs instead of accepted policy and practice, personnel problems and court cases are almost sure to erupt. » more
When a supervisor bases human relations decisions on his own personal philosophies and beliefs instead of accepted policy and practice, personnel problems and court cases are almost sure to erupt. » more
Installing Hydraulic Hose Assemblies
Just as the twig is bent, the tree's inclined," wrote Alexander Pope in the 1730s. » more
Just as the twig is bent, the tree's inclined," wrote Alexander Pope in the 1730s. » more
Feedwater heaters
A 6-p brochure describes waste heat recovery units designed to capture escaping energy in stack exhaust gases and use it to preheat boiler feedwater. Three models are used on firetube and watertube... » more
A 6-p brochure describes waste heat recovery units designed to capture escaping energy in stack exhaust gases and use it to preheat boiler feedwater. Three models are used on firetube and watertube... » more
Find your own speed
A free 548-p catalog describes a complete line of helical speed reducers and gear motors. The eight sections include descriptive information, selection and specifying data, and outline dimensions. » more
A free 548-p catalog describes a complete line of helical speed reducers and gear motors. The eight sections include descriptive information, selection and specifying data, and outline dimensions. » more
Containment system
Thermoplastic system features patented dual containment piping with options, including leak detection, HDPE manholes, valve boxes, sumps, and lining systems. Fluid Controls, Inc.... » more
Thermoplastic system features patented dual containment piping with options, including leak detection, HDPE manholes, valve boxes, sumps, and lining systems. Fluid Controls, Inc.... » more
Hydraulic jaw pullers
New 6, 8, and 11-ton hydraulic jaw pullers are the latest addition to the Grip-O-Matic line. The tools simplify the pulling of press-fit parts, including bushings, wheels, bearings, gears, and... » more
New 6, 8, and 11-ton hydraulic jaw pullers are the latest addition to the Grip-O-Matic line. The tools simplify the pulling of press-fit parts, including bushings, wheels, bearings, gears, and... » more
Now that's a lot of light!
U.S. lamp demand is expected to rise 2.4% per yr to 6.3 billion units by the year 2001. That projection is according to a new study from The Freedonia Group, Inc., a Cleveland-based industrial market... » more
U.S. lamp demand is expected to rise 2.4% per yr to 6.3 billion units by the year 2001. That projection is according to a new study from The Freedonia Group, Inc., a Cleveland-based industrial market... » more
Sensors
An extensive catalog covers a broad line of liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors. » more
An extensive catalog covers a broad line of liquid level, flow, and pressure sensors. » more
Pipe stress analysis
CAESAR II, Version 4.00, pipe stress analysis software provides functions such as wireframe plots and rendered graphics, simultaneous display of data and input plots, and cut and paste capabilities.... » more
CAESAR II, Version 4.00, pipe stress analysis software provides functions such as wireframe plots and rendered graphics, simultaneous display of data and input plots, and cut and paste capabilities.... » more
Getting oiled in the right places
Machinery Oil Analysis is a three-part video training series relating lubrication and machinery maintenance. Part one includes methods of lubrication and uses of oil analysis. Part two covers failure... » more
Machinery Oil Analysis is a three-part video training series relating lubrication and machinery maintenance. Part one includes methods of lubrication and uses of oil analysis. Part two covers failure... » more
Motor monitoring software
EMPATH Electrical Signature Analysis System monitors and analyzes ac and dc motors, as well as alternators, generators, and transformers. Framatome Technologies www.framatech.com » more
EMPATH Electrical Signature Analysis System monitors and analyzes ac and dc motors, as well as alternators, generators, and transformers. Framatome Technologies www.framatech.com » more
Guidelines For Obtaining Power Plant Permitting Under The Clean Air Act
When planning a new industrial power plant or expansion of an existing facility, permitting procedures mandated by the CAAA, as contained within the SIPs, must be considered. » more
When planning a new industrial power plant or expansion of an existing facility, permitting procedures mandated by the CAAA, as contained within the SIPs, must be considered. » more
Wire container
Stackable wire container offers visual inventory, safe stacking, and product protection. The container is available with ergonomic spring shelf and skids. Carico Systems www.caricosystems.com » more
Stackable wire container offers visual inventory, safe stacking, and product protection. The container is available with ergonomic spring shelf and skids. Carico Systems www.caricosystems.com » more
Safety news online
Industrial Safety Report-Internet Edition provides quick access to safety and compliance news. Subscribers are given notice, via e-mail, when the newsletter is posted. » more
Industrial Safety Report-Internet Edition provides quick access to safety and compliance news. Subscribers are given notice, via e-mail, when the newsletter is posted. » more
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