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Reduce Maintenance Costs with Advanced Pipe Freezing Technology
Techniques involving the use of liquid carbon dioxide or nitrogen have now extended the potential to pipes up to 35” diameter and beyond.
Real-Time Loading Status Better Control Detention and Demurrage Costs by Helping Material Handlers Prioritize Dock Positions
The Dock Timer lets logistics personnel take control of each dock position by monitoring the total duration of loading activities.
New SINAMICS G120XE Enclosed Drive System Available for a Variety of Industries
The NEMA 1 enclosed drive system by Siemens is listed to UL508A and offered as wall-mounted or free-standing enclosures.
Anti-Slip Coating for Oily Manufacturing Floors
Water-, solvent-, and chemical-resistant Walk-A-Sured Water Clear Heavyduty 20 from Wooster Products contains polymer grit that adds long-lasting traction to concrete and other floor surfaces in machining and other liquid-prone areas.
Industrial Label Printers Help Optimize Compliance and Communications
DuraLabel printers and supplies from Graphic Products can be used to conveniently achieve all facility labeling needs for exceeding compliance and creating efficiency in workplace safety, general communication and more.
Motion Industries Names New President
Randy Breaux now leads the company.
Applying Principles of Order to Workplace Design
5S design of an industrial work environment by Hoffmann Group can guarantee plant aesthetics and operational functionality even when future changes are made, so that employees still feel good in their workspace and remain productive.
Engineered Work Station Holds More Tools for Higher Productivity
The durable 46 in High Capacity Steel Storage Combo from Milwaukee Tool has 18 drawers that can hold 2,500 lb, a power tool organizer to keep tools upright, a built-in power center for instant access to power, and USB ports.
Predicting the Future of Smart Factory Maintenance
Industry 4.0 technologies, particularly given their recent price drops, are already shaping up 2018 to be the year where VR, AI and other new and exciting technologies make their way onto the plant floor.
Organizational Changes at Motion Industries
Randy Breaux, Kevin Storer and Mark Stoneburner are all promoted into higher level executive management roles.
High Speed Door Operates Around Combustible Dusts
The LiteSpeed HZ high speed door from Rite-Hite is UL listed for hazardous rated environments and can safely operate in facilities where combustible dusts are not normally in the air, but can be present.
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