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Portable instrument measures water quality
Hydra simultaneously displays pH, temperature, total dissolved solids, conductivity, and resistance from a single water sample. The microprocessor automatically selects the proper range for the... » more
Hydra simultaneously displays pH, temperature, total dissolved solids, conductivity, and resistance from a single water sample. The microprocessor automatically selects the proper range for the... » more
Control drives down energy costs
Unidrive VTC is programmed to maximize energy savings on loads such as centrifugal pumps and fans. The easily reconfigured control input terminals accommodate HOA operation, preset speed select, and... » more
Unidrive VTC is programmed to maximize energy savings on loads such as centrifugal pumps and fans. The easily reconfigured control input terminals accommodate HOA operation, preset speed select, and... » more
Developing training programs
A free CD-ROM provides a comprehensive overview of the CourseWorks platform for building, delivering, and customizing multimedia training courses. » more
A free CD-ROM provides a comprehensive overview of the CourseWorks platform for building, delivering, and customizing multimedia training courses. » more
From maintenance to stewardship
One of the problems with industrial maintenance these days is that it's, well, maintenance. Maintenance by definition means keeping things the way they are (or in original condition), and that won't... » more
One of the problems with industrial maintenance these days is that it's, well, maintenance. Maintenance by definition means keeping things the way they are (or in original condition), and that won't... » more
PLANT ENGINEERING COST INDEX
Change, % Current Month Year Facilities group index ago ago Clay construction products 145.7 0.69 1.96 Electric devices 147 -0.34 1.52 Foundry and forge products 135 0.07 0.52 Glass 107.4 -0.09 -0.74... » more
Change, % Current Month Year Facilities group index ago ago Clay construction products 145.7 0.69 1.96 Electric devices 147 -0.34 1.52 Foundry and forge products 135 0.07 0.52 Glass 107.4 -0.09 -0.74... » more
Select, link, drag, and animate
A free CD-ROM includes a selection utility for a line of speed reducers and gear motors, link to Autodesk CAD drawings for viewing or "drag and drop" of the selected unit, catalog pages of the... » more
A free CD-ROM includes a selection utility for a line of speed reducers and gear motors, link to Autodesk CAD drawings for viewing or "drag and drop" of the selected unit, catalog pages of the... » more
Compressed air dryers use low power
Balston PSA dryers use pressure swing absorption technology, with low amperage solenoid valves, to provide clean, dry compressed air at dew points as low as -100 F. » more
Balston PSA dryers use pressure swing absorption technology, with low amperage solenoid valves, to provide clean, dry compressed air at dew points as low as -100 F. » more
Fume hood fans
Adjustable drive fans designed for exhausting corrosive fumes from industrial laboratory hoods are the subject of a 10-p catalog. The publication lists electrical and mechanical specifications,... » more
Adjustable drive fans designed for exhausting corrosive fumes from industrial laboratory hoods are the subject of a 10-p catalog. The publication lists electrical and mechanical specifications,... » more
The Motor Challenge
The DOE Motor Challenge is a program offering resources that promote energy efficiency in industrial motor systems. The program supplies unbiased information about motor system design, purchase, and... » more
The DOE Motor Challenge is a program offering resources that promote energy efficiency in industrial motor systems. The program supplies unbiased information about motor system design, purchase, and... » more
When is is right to deny an employee's vacation preference?
Some labor agreements grant workers the vacation of their choice provided the company doesn't have a valid reason for denying it. » more
Some labor agreements grant workers the vacation of their choice provided the company doesn't have a valid reason for denying it. » more
Flue gas conditioning
Systems and components for flue gas conditioning and desulfurization are the subject of a 4-p brochure. The literature describes eductor-based designs that excel at handling materials such as... » more
Systems and components for flue gas conditioning and desulfurization are the subject of a 4-p brochure. The literature describes eductor-based designs that excel at handling materials such as... » more
Electrical testing
Electrical equipment testing and maintenance services are the subject of a fact-filled 12-p brochure. » more
Electrical equipment testing and maintenance services are the subject of a fact-filled 12-p brochure. » more
Refrigerant decontamination
An 8-p brochure describes how patented portable reclaim technology is used to perform a wide variety of refrigerant decontamination services. Many services are online, including chemical... » more
An 8-p brochure describes how patented portable reclaim technology is used to perform a wide variety of refrigerant decontamination services. Many services are online, including chemical... » more
Operator interface system mounts anywhere
PT-4000 is an industrial PC, touchscreen monitor, and enclosure in one unit. Rated ABS housing means no additional enclosure is required. The unit can be mounted anywhere. Digital Systems Engineering... » more
PT-4000 is an industrial PC, touchscreen monitor, and enclosure in one unit. Rated ABS housing means no additional enclosure is required. The unit can be mounted anywhere. Digital Systems Engineering... » more
What makes the web work? You do!
If you have given any attention to the World Wide Web since its explosion in 1994, you surely have seen countless articles telling what makes a good website. » more
If you have given any attention to the World Wide Web since its explosion in 1994, you surely have seen countless articles telling what makes a good website. » more
Sensor detects water in oil
Water Sensor detects the leakage of water into all types of petroleum-based and synthetic oil. The sensor can be calibrated to the sensitivity range of the operation and report the presence of water... » more
Water Sensor detects the leakage of water into all types of petroleum-based and synthetic oil. The sensor can be calibrated to the sensitivity range of the operation and report the presence of water... » more
SSRV motor starters
A 4-p brochure describes a line of medium voltage (1000-6900 V) solid state soft starters that offers solutions to problems caused by across-the-line starting. » more
A 4-p brochure describes a line of medium voltage (1000-6900 V) solid state soft starters that offers solutions to problems caused by across-the-line starting. » more
Stop rust before it starts
Dri-Touch sealant protects bare metal from rust, and can also be applied directly to wet surfaces. Water is lifted off the surface and out of recessed areas, such as blind holes, threads, and porous... » more
Dri-Touch sealant protects bare metal from rust, and can also be applied directly to wet surfaces. Water is lifted off the surface and out of recessed areas, such as blind holes, threads, and porous... » more
Uncommon side: The slow learner -- part I
The qualifying test for Electrician Grade I was divided into two sections: written and hands-on. Both parts were timed. Four maintenance employees took the test. Three qualified; Joe Chernoff was the... » more
The qualifying test for Electrician Grade I was divided into two sections: written and hands-on. Both parts were timed. Four maintenance employees took the test. Three qualified; Joe Chernoff was the... » more
Networking products
An industrial line of network products, fiber interfaces for various bus systems, and interconnections to cable systems and sensor/actuator devices is depicted in a 16-p brochure. » more
An industrial line of network products, fiber interfaces for various bus systems, and interconnections to cable systems and sensor/actuator devices is depicted in a 16-p brochure. » more
Industrial camera stores and relays images
Smart cameras include up to 8 MB of RAM, 2 MB of Flash EPROM, and a powerful DSP. They feature optically isolated industrial I/O, four 12-24 V inputs and four 150 mA outputs, and an RS-232 interface.... » more
Smart cameras include up to 8 MB of RAM, 2 MB of Flash EPROM, and a powerful DSP. They feature optically isolated industrial I/O, four 12-24 V inputs and four 150 mA outputs, and an RS-232 interface.... » more
Mounted bearings meet metric standards
Metric-Skwez hard ball bearing mounted units engineered to metric standards have a locking collar which centers the shaft in the bearing bore. » more
Metric-Skwez hard ball bearing mounted units engineered to metric standards have a locking collar which centers the shaft in the bearing bore. » more
Moving magnetically
A technical bulletin on the MPH Series of high temperature pumps describes close-coupled, sealless, magnetically driven units designed for low flow, high head, high temperature applications. » more
A technical bulletin on the MPH Series of high temperature pumps describes close-coupled, sealless, magnetically driven units designed for low flow, high head, high temperature applications. » more
Environmental compliance
Environmental compliance brochure describes available inspection and maintenance services. The 8-p piece details environmental assessments and checks of tanks, monitoring systems, wastewater, spill... » more
Environmental compliance brochure describes available inspection and maintenance services. The 8-p piece details environmental assessments and checks of tanks, monitoring systems, wastewater, spill... » more
Motor challenge
The second International Motor Challenge Teleconference will be broadcast from 9:00-11:00 a.m. PDT on May 19, 1998. The interactive, live teleconference will focus on strategies for assessing and... » more
The second International Motor Challenge Teleconference will be broadcast from 9:00-11:00 a.m. PDT on May 19, 1998. The interactive, live teleconference will focus on strategies for assessing and... » more
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