December 2012
Compressed air: Find the leaks, lower the pressure, and measure the results
Create "good practices" around continuous monitoring of system leaks » more
Five fundamentals to successful Lean implementation
Look beyond Lean tools to changing leadership behavior » more
Smarter technology for pH sensors reduce maintenance costs, downtime
Latest development communciate health and status of sensors to maintenance » more
Seven steps to training success
Instead of asking, "What happens if I train them and they leave?" ask yourself, "What happens if we don't train them and they stay?" » more
November 2012
Particulates, liquids, oxidation contribute to oil contamination
Oil discoloration should be addressed with high importance for optimal operation performance. » more
Remote monitoring technologies lower costs, improve operations
The latest remote communication technologies allow experts to monitor and control multiple plants from any location. » more
Measuring quality through software
LNS Research has released its Enterprise Quality Management Software Selection Guide, which looks at 18 major vendors in the spaces and offers comparisons on performance and applicability to... » more
October 2012
NFPA 70E: A roadmap to compliance
Six steps can reduce arc flash hazard and protect workers and equipment » more
Distributed IO can reduce arc flash hazards
Causing thousands of injuries every year, arc flash is a serious and even deadly hazard, which makes selecting the right safety solution critical. » more
FAQs on arc flash: Understand, assess the dangers
Littelfuse has compiled a series of questions related to arc flash and hazard prevention. » more
Driving OEE: A strategy for business results
Measuring overall equipment effectiveness can influence facility productivity. » more
Troubleshooting your piping integrity takes a joint effort
A robust maintenance plan will expand life expectancy of nonmetallic expansion joints » more
IMTS exceeds expectations, attendance goals
Conference tops 100,000 visitors as new manufacturing concepts take center stage » more
September 2012
Avoid over-specifying inverter-duty motors
When combining a motor and inverter, the application should tell you what type of motor fits best. If you follow these guidelines, you can avoid more than is necessary. » more
Effective bonding, grounding: The backbone of electrical safety
Providing and maintaining an effective impedance path to ground is critical to maintain reliable, efficient, and safe operating facilities. » more
Calculating proper rolling resistance: A safer move for material handling
Friction as an important facet of industrial wheels can be either beneficial or detrimental. » more
Bridging the gap: Urgent need for solutions is being met, time for action
There was at once a sense of urgency and purpose as manufacturers and educators gathered to address the lack of skilled workers for manufacturing. » more
July/August 2012
Mid-Year Report: Bullish on manufacturing
Investment in plants and people drives a stampede toward growth. » more
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Crown Equipment VP discusses operational success
As part of Plant Engineering's Mid-Year Report, "Bullish on Manufacturing", Dave Besser, senior vice president at Crown Equipment Corp. talks exclusively online about how the company's integrated... » more
June 2012
Lubrication technology: Avoid unnecessary damage, minimize maintenance costs
The latest lubricant technology is a secret weapon in the battle for efficiency. » more
The endless journey of innovation
As innovative ideas continue to multiply at an ever-increasing pace, it’s good to reflect on how we innovate, and how we use our innovative tools to further innovate. » more
Financial planning for asset management
Businesses that need capital investment to sustain growth are forced to dramatically reduce the cost of operating in order to improve their image, while those with capital are routinely investing... » more
Industrial efficiency: Debunking the myths
Where to begin? By ignoring these myths on energy use, the necessary equipment, and the economy's impact on your investments. » more
May 2012
Combustible dust: Identifying, addressing explosion risks can save lives
Review of the current status of the OSHA National Emphasis Program for combustible dust, the NFPA standards that address how to prevent or limit explosion hazards, how to identify these hazards, and... » more
Manufacturing, by design
A true team concept lets Fluke Corporation put “life” into product lifecycle management. » more
White Paper: Vaisala: Dew Point Measurement in Compressed Air: Top 9 FAQs
This white paper answers the 9 most frequently asked questions about dew point in compressed air leading to a better understanding and a better operating compressed air system. » more
White Paper: Hormann Flexon: Speed-Commander 1400 SEL Food-Master High Performance Door Delivers Energy Control for Fast-Paced Food Processing Applications
The Food-Master design allows you to select only the stainless steel components you need without paying for unnecessary options. » more
U.S. manufacturing ‘renaissance’ earns global praise
Energy, data management, and effective maintenance were three overarching themes from the 2012 Hannover Messe in Germany April 23-27. » more
April 2012
For a condition monitoring analyst, it’s just the facts
Don’t contribute to unnecessary maintenance costs » more
Go below the surface to monitor motor temperature
Using a digital infrared thermometer to check motor bearing temperature can help monitor winding temperature. » more
Wireless evolves to meet a new range of challenges
Efficiency and productivity on the plant floor are crucial components to delivering consistent product quality, minimizing downtime, and improving customer satisfaction. » more
IANA brings the world of automation to Chicago
The 2012 IANA show on Sept. 10-15 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, which will feature a two-day Industrial Automation Summit presented by CFE Media and Hannover Messe and sponsored by Beckhoff and Molex... » more
March 2012
Five reasons why plant managers should care about PLM
Product lifecycle management technology provides the ability to share information across an enterprise, including product design and the manufacturing cycle, and should be utilized by all plant... » more
Find the right cable for VFD systems
Cable quality and usage are factors in making the best choice during installation. » more
VFDs align energy consumption to power needs
Variable frequency drive technology has evolved and improved over the years to reduce energy consumption, improve reliability, and extend equipment life. » more
January/February 2012
Compressed air: Find the leaks, lower the pressure, and measure the resultsCreate "good practices" around continuous monitoring of system leaks » more
Five fundamentals to successful Lean implementationLook beyond Lean tools to changing leadership behavior » more
Smarter technology for pH sensors reduce maintenance costs, downtimeLatest development communciate health and status of sensors to maintenance » more
CMMS: Work out the kinks in maintenance
When it comes to maintenance, don’t underestimate the value of CMMS consulting and maintenance organization analysis. » more
When it comes to maintenance, don’t underestimate the value of CMMS consulting and maintenance organization analysis. » more
Seven steps to training successInstead of asking, "What happens if I train them and they leave?" ask yourself, "What happens if we don't train them and they stay?" » more
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Particulates, liquids, oxidation contribute to oil contamination Oil discoloration should be addressed with high importance for optimal operation performance. » more
Remote monitoring technologies lower costs, improve operationsThe latest remote communication technologies allow experts to monitor and control multiple plants from any location. » more
Veterans can deliver skills to manufacturing
Manufacturers are starting to look to veterans and the skills they learned during their tours of duty as a way to shrink the Skills Gap. » more
Manufacturers are starting to look to veterans and the skills they learned during their tours of duty as a way to shrink the Skills Gap. » more
Data center management more than cooling
Keeping your data center from overheating is important, but it's not the only element for proper maintenance. » more
Keeping your data center from overheating is important, but it's not the only element for proper maintenance. » more
Fine tuning your preventive maintenance schedule
A good CMMS system can deliver the information users need to better fine-tune their PM schedules. If a less-rigorous PM schedule gets the maintenance team slapped with a corrective work order, it’s... » more
A good CMMS system can deliver the information users need to better fine-tune their PM schedules. If a less-rigorous PM schedule gets the maintenance team slapped with a corrective work order, it’s... » more
Make your plant floor time productive
The amount of time spent working the floor and what is accomplished is not always proportional to each other. » more
The amount of time spent working the floor and what is accomplished is not always proportional to each other. » more
Smaller, more flexible enclosures still need to be rugged
Cabinets allow for safe and accessible storage, but can generate dangerous heat. » more
Cabinets allow for safe and accessible storage, but can generate dangerous heat. » more
Measuring quality through softwareLNS Research has released its Enterprise Quality Management Software Selection Guide, which looks at 18 major vendors in the spaces and offers comparisons on performance and applicability to... » more
Georgia Tech study: Sales, Lean, skilled worker help needed
Re-shoring on the rise in the state, according to a Georgia Tech study report » more
Re-shoring on the rise in the state, according to a Georgia Tech study report » more
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Combined maintenance, energy strategies can boost productivity and cut costs
A proactive approach can identify equipment failure before it's a problem » more
A proactive approach can identify equipment failure before it's a problem » more
NFPA 70E: A roadmap to complianceSix steps can reduce arc flash hazard and protect workers and equipment » more
Don't overlook key steps in the safety process
Having a clear plan with executive management and safeguarding yourself against potential hazards for both the short- and long-term is vital » more
Having a clear plan with executive management and safeguarding yourself against potential hazards for both the short- and long-term is vital » more
Distributed IO can reduce arc flash hazardsCausing thousands of injuries every year, arc flash is a serious and even deadly hazard, which makes selecting the right safety solution critical. » more
FAQs on arc flash: Understand, assess the dangers Littelfuse has compiled a series of questions related to arc flash and hazard prevention. » more
Driving OEE: A strategy for business resultsMeasuring overall equipment effectiveness can influence facility productivity. » more
Troubleshooting your piping integrity takes a joint effortA robust maintenance plan will expand life expectancy of nonmetallic expansion joints » more
IMTS exceeds expectations, attendance goals Conference tops 100,000 visitors as new manufacturing concepts take center stage » more
Avoid over-specifying inverter-duty motorsWhen combining a motor and inverter, the application should tell you what type of motor fits best. If you follow these guidelines, you can avoid more than is necessary. » more
Effective bonding, grounding: The backbone of electrical safetyProviding and maintaining an effective impedance path to ground is critical to maintain reliable, efficient, and safe operating facilities. » more
Building a manufacturing dream team
Everyone who calls manufacturing a career tries each day to get better at their jobs, to better serve their customers and their markets. » more
Everyone who calls manufacturing a career tries each day to get better at their jobs, to better serve their customers and their markets. » more
Calculating proper rolling resistance: A safer move for material handlingFriction as an important facet of industrial wheels can be either beneficial or detrimental. » more
Industrial Efficiency - Debunking the Myths: Putting time, money into pumps will pay off
In this third installment of this series, Jack Creamer addresses three common myths regarding the impact of pumps in a facility, energy efficiency, and ROI. » more
In this third installment of this series, Jack Creamer addresses three common myths regarding the impact of pumps in a facility, energy efficiency, and ROI. » more
The best changeover is no changeover
Achieving effective changeovers should start with eliminating those that are unnecessary. » more
Achieving effective changeovers should start with eliminating those that are unnecessary. » more
Calculating control benefits
A verifiable approach to calculations will result in greater project success. » more
A verifiable approach to calculations will result in greater project success. » more
Bridging the gap: Urgent need for solutions is being met, time for actionThere was at once a sense of urgency and purpose as manufacturers and educators gathered to address the lack of skilled workers for manufacturing. » more
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Understanding the cost benefits of efficiency
Does it really cost too much to be sustainable with industrial/electrical systems? » more
Does it really cost too much to be sustainable with industrial/electrical systems? » more
Building a better warehouse instead of a bigger one
Sovena USA was able to address space issues within its operation without adding any more bricks or mortar. » more
Sovena USA was able to address space issues within its operation without adding any more bricks or mortar. » more
Mid-Year Report: Bullish on manufacturingInvestment in plants and people drives a stampede toward growth. » more
WEB EXCLUSIVE: Crown Equipment VP discusses operational success As part of Plant Engineering's Mid-Year Report, "Bullish on Manufacturing", Dave Besser, senior vice president at Crown Equipment Corp. talks exclusively online about how the company's integrated... » more
Quality manufacturing, community involvement address challenges of competing in global market
Key executives at The Raymond Corp. discuss the challenges of competing in the global material handling market. » more
Key executives at The Raymond Corp. discuss the challenges of competing in the global material handling market. » more
Lubrication technology: Avoid unnecessary damage, minimize maintenance costsThe latest lubricant technology is a secret weapon in the battle for efficiency. » more
The endless journey of innovationAs innovative ideas continue to multiply at an ever-increasing pace, it’s good to reflect on how we innovate, and how we use our innovative tools to further innovate. » more
Financial planning for asset managementBusinesses that need capital investment to sustain growth are forced to dramatically reduce the cost of operating in order to improve their image, while those with capital are routinely investing... » more
Industrial efficiency: Debunking the mythsWhere to begin? By ignoring these myths on energy use, the necessary equipment, and the economy's impact on your investments. » more
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Combustible dust: Identifying, addressing explosion risks can save lives Review of the current status of the OSHA National Emphasis Program for combustible dust, the NFPA standards that address how to prevent or limit explosion hazards, how to identify these hazards, and... » more
Manufacturing, by designA true team concept lets Fluke Corporation put “life” into product lifecycle management. » more
White Paper: Vaisala: Dew Point Measurement in Compressed Air: Top 9 FAQsThis white paper answers the 9 most frequently asked questions about dew point in compressed air leading to a better understanding and a better operating compressed air system. » more
White Paper: Hormann Flexon: Speed-Commander 1400 SEL Food-Master High Performance Door Delivers Energy Control for Fast-Paced Food Processing ApplicationsThe Food-Master design allows you to select only the stainless steel components you need without paying for unnecessary options. » more
U.S. manufacturing ‘renaissance’ earns global praiseEnergy, data management, and effective maintenance were three overarching themes from the 2012 Hannover Messe in Germany April 23-27. » more
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For a condition monitoring analyst, it’s just the factsDon’t contribute to unnecessary maintenance costs » more
CMMS: A tech tool for the next generation
U.S. manufacturing has been making a comeback in the last 12 months, so the demand for qualified maintenance professionals is quickly surpassing supply. » more
U.S. manufacturing has been making a comeback in the last 12 months, so the demand for qualified maintenance professionals is quickly surpassing supply. » more
Go below the surface to monitor motor temperatureUsing a digital infrared thermometer to check motor bearing temperature can help monitor winding temperature. » more
Wireless evolves to meet a new range of challengesEfficiency and productivity on the plant floor are crucial components to delivering consistent product quality, minimizing downtime, and improving customer satisfaction. » more
IANA brings the world of automation to ChicagoThe 2012 IANA show on Sept. 10-15 at Chicago’s McCormick Place, which will feature a two-day Industrial Automation Summit presented by CFE Media and Hannover Messe and sponsored by Beckhoff and Molex... » more
Five reasons why plant managers should care about PLMProduct lifecycle management technology provides the ability to share information across an enterprise, including product design and the manufacturing cycle, and should be utilized by all plant... » more
Nothing staged about manufacturing’s reality
I’ve heard little from either side in this political season that strives to address the real issues of manufacturing… If Congress and the White House were as well organized and efficient as most... » more
I’ve heard little from either side in this political season that strives to address the real issues of manufacturing… If Congress and the White House were as well organized and efficient as most... » more
Find the right cable for VFD systemsCable quality and usage are factors in making the best choice during installation. » more
The carbon economy has arrived; are you ready?
Integrating an enterprise resource planning solution with carbon accounting software aids in a company’s efforts to better track, manage and reduce its overall carbon footprint. » more
Integrating an enterprise resource planning solution with carbon accounting software aids in a company’s efforts to better track, manage and reduce its overall carbon footprint. » more
VFDs align energy consumption to power needsVariable frequency drive technology has evolved and improved over the years to reduce energy consumption, improve reliability, and extend equipment life. » more
NGM Report: Sustainablity: A smart strategy
Sustainable engineering is moving to the forefront as U.S. manufacturers look to become more and more viable in a growing global industry, particularly as the U.S. moves out of a recession. » more
Sustainable engineering is moving to the forefront as U.S. manufacturers look to become more and more viable in a growing global industry, particularly as the U.S. moves out of a recession. » more
Fed Letter: Why are manufacturers struggling to hire high-skilled workers?
Manufacturing has struggled in recent years to attract highly-skilled workers with particular skills. Britton Lombardi and William Testa from the Federal Reserve explore why there has been a struggle... » more
Manufacturing has struggled in recent years to attract highly-skilled workers with particular skills. Britton Lombardi and William Testa from the Federal Reserve explore why there has been a struggle... » more
Figure out the benefits of NEMA Premium motors
Are NEMA Premium motors always better than their non-Premium predecessors? » more
Are NEMA Premium motors always better than their non-Premium predecessors? » more
Asset analysis: The forgotten ROI from your CMMS
It’s one thing to use CMMS to manage everyday work orders and preventive maintenance schedules of assets/equipment. » more
It’s one thing to use CMMS to manage everyday work orders and preventive maintenance schedules of assets/equipment. » more
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