Top 5 Plant Engineering articles, June 29 to July 5: VFD trends and solutions, HVAC maintenance tips, manufacturing maintenance, more

Articles about VFD trends and solutions for drive systems, making HVAC maintenance more effective, achieving world-class manufacturing maintenance, NFPA 70E PPE challenges, and predictive maintenance data analysis were Plant Engineering’s five most-clicked articles from last week, June 29 to July 5. Were you out last week? Miss something? You can catch up here.

By Chris Vavra July 6, 2015

Plant Engineering Top 5 most read articles online, for Jun. 29-Jul. 5, covered VFD trends and solutions for drive systems, making HVAC maintenance more effective, achieving world-class manufacturing maintenance, NFPA 70E PPE challenges, and predictive maintenance data analysis. Link to each article below.

1. VFD trends and solutions for drive systems

The increase in variable frequency drive (VFD) installations across the globe has meant that drives are being applied in more challenging system environments.

2. Five tips to make HVAC maintenance more effective

When it comes to plants and facilities, HVAC systems play an important role in making sure the building stays at the right temperature and humidity levels. Preventive maintenance is key to keeping HVAC systems running effectively and efficiently.

3. 10 steps to achieve world-class manufacturing maintenance practices

Lean out your maintenance process and deliver cost savings and greater efficiency.

4. Arc Flash University: NFPA 70E PPE Challenges and Solutions Webcast: Your questions answered

Hugh Hoagland, Senior Consultant for ArcWear, was the presenter at the June 18 Plant Engineering Webcast, “Arc Flash University: NFPA 70E PPE Challenges and Solutions.”

5. Predictive maintenance: Analyze data properly

While new equipment can make a good first impression, what builds long-term charm is smart maintenance of all that equipment. 

The list was developed using CFE Media’s web analytics for stories viewed on plantengineering.com, Jun. 29-Jul. 5, for articles published within the last two months.

– Chris Vavra, production editor, CFE Media, cvavra@cfemedia.com.


Author Bio: Chris Vavra is senior editor for WTWH Media LLC.