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November 30, 2005
New Dye Sublimation and Heat Transfer Technology Now Available through Printa Systems, Inc.
Printa Systems, Inc.'s new 550 Series Dye Sublimation / Heat Transfer System provides users with more even heat and faster recovery times than the industry standard.
Kirkland, WA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) November 30, 2005 -- Printa Systems, Inc. introduces the all-new 550 Series Dye Sublimation / Heat Transfer System, merging groundbreaking design with steadfast reliability.
The innovative sublimation and heat transfer system offers an edge-optimized heating element that provides more even heat and faster recovery times by covering 80% of the total heat platen surface compared with the industry standard 15%. The unique swing-away spindle bearing operation provides a lifetime of service with zero wear or maintenance. The patent pending ultra smooth lever action provides even pressure for superior production results and a shorter pull length for greater efficiency with less effort. Available in 16” x 16” or 16” x 20” with exclusive optional automatic release for worry free operation and consistent results.
The 550 Series Swing-Away Press also features a patent-pending interchangeable pressboard, which eliminates bleed through and reduces product scrap while increasing overall production of digital and screen-printed transfers onto garment fronts, backs, sleeves and pockets; bags and other items.
As with all of Printa Systems’ specialty printing equipment, the 550 Series is offered with all of the necessary accessories to get users started and includes an exclusive limited lifetime warranty, a sublimation support package, factory direct training and unlimited technical support. A full line of blank and consumable products is offered in support of Printa Systems’ printing equipment.
Printa Systems offers complete solutions for companies interested in adding textile screen printing, pad printing, cylindrical printing and now dye sublimation / heat transfer equipment to its new or existing business.
For more information on the 550 Series Dye Sublimation / Heat Transfer System, please visit www.printa.com.
About Printa Systems
Printa Systems is a Kirkland, Wash., manufacturer that develops innovative, easy to use, compact and affordable promotional product decorating systems. Printa Systems offers complete solutions for individuals and companies interested in adding textile screen printing, pad printing, cylindrical printing and dye sublimation / heat transfer equipment to their new or existing business. All systems include hands on training, unlimited customer support and exclusive lifetime warranty. For more information or for a listing of upcoming trade show dates, visit www.printa.com; email: e-mail protected from spam bots (info AT printa.com) or call (800) 601-6240.
Contact:
Cynthia “Mo” Goss
Printa Systems
127 10th St. South #600
Kirkland, Wash. 98003
425-828-8933
www.printa.com
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November 29, 2005
Configurable Reaction Injection Molding (RIM) Equipment Gives Manufacturers the Solution They Need
Reaction injection molding (RIM) metering and dispensing equipment starts with standard platform, then adds a host of configurable and customizable advanced features to meet the specific needs of manufacturers.
(PRWEB) November 29, 2005 --Less than six months after reaction injection molding equipment suppliers Gusmer and LCC/Decker announced its merger into Gusmer | Decker, the company is announcing the release of a new series of high or low pressure metering and mixing equipment that combines the best technologies from both groups. The RimCell Select is based on a standard platform, yet is highly configurable with proven, patented technologies and state of the art controls in an affordable package to provide manufacturers with a RIM equipment solution that will fit their specific needs.
With over 40 years of combined technology, Gusmer | Decker has leveraged its experience in reaction injection molding to redesign the RimCell Select Series from the ground up, starting with a standard platform utilized as the foundation of both high or low pressure metering equipment. On top of this platform, Gusmer | Decker provides a host of RIM molding option modules, cutting edge component technologies (i.e. MixHeads, pumps, flow meters, PLC controllers), and additional optional features.
At the heart of the RimCell Select Series is a programmable logic control system that can be controlled via Touch Screen with full color graphics and an intuitive user interface for easy machine control. Digital readouts include pressure, temperature, output and ratio, raw material tank monitoring, alarm screens, and many others.
Because most components and option modules are available in standard, pre-configured machine assemblies, RIM molding systems can be delivered in less than half the time of typical, highly accessorized machines.
“Our goal was to leverage the best reaction injection molding technology from both companies and design a metering machine that utilized common components across the various flow rate ranges,” say Bob Biondich, Director of Sales and Marketing for the Gusmer-Decker RIM Equipment Group. “The unique concept, however, takes this common machine platform a step further and integrates these components across the board to both a high pressure, impingement mixing machine and a low pressure, mechanical mixing version.”
For more information:
Bob Biondich
Gusmer | Decker, a Graco Company
Phone (772) 519-2295
Zip code: 08701
www.gusmer-decker.com
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51-day Return-on-Investment for Hydroforming Plant -- A Real World Documented Case Study
A supplier of pickup truck side-rail frames wanted to reduce their operating costs and increase profitability. They knew that their current process was not cost effective or environmentally friendly, mainly due to the need to dispose of their entire 1,100-gallon coolant system on a weekly basis. The cost associated with this waste was becoming enormous. In addition, the future impact to the environment due to the coolant/lubricant waste was unknown. This prompted the Production Manager to contact Ronningen-Petter due to an article he saw on the Internet. After a consultation of their complete process, they got more than they bargained for! They installed a Magnetically Coupled Filter (MCF) on their Hydroforming operation -- and in addition to a safer process for their workers and environment -- they got a 51-day return on investment!
(PRWEB) November 29, 2005 --
SITUATION
The pickup truck frame manufacturer (the customer) was using press technology to convert a straight mild steel tube into a side-rail, otherwise known as Hydroforming.
As part of the process, coolant is pumped inside of the tube to counteract the forces of the presses to bend and shape the tube into the final product.
After each operation, the coolant goes to an accumulator pit along with oil and metal debris created by the Hydroforming.
This coolant is collected and then put through a series of filtration steps to remove the oil, and then the collected metallic particles from the process.
Periodically, the coolant is pumped out of the pit to a paper-band filter, where the larger metallic particles are removed.
After this first stage, the coolant goes to a series of cartridge filters to remove the smaller metallic particles. This is known as a staged-filtration process.
The customer had a number of challenges for the Ronningen-Petter MCF filter. First and foremost, the system had to be able to withstand the rigors of this 24/7 operation.
Initially, the customer sought to have the MCF -- with 25-micron slotted elements -- replace the cartridge filter. As with any disposable media filter, the cartridge costs were high, as well as the labor costs to change out the media.
In addition, there were the cost to refill the system with chemicals and water -- upwards of $500 each time -- and the disposal costs. All of which were eating in to the bottom line.
Most importantly, the oil and debris content of the coolant system were such that the customer had to dispose of their entire 1,100-gallon system on a weekly basis.
This meant downtime to the manufacturing process to enable them to pump out the system capacity, and subsequently refill the system with fresh coolant.
SOLUTION
The customer decided to install a single Ronningen-Petter MCF filter on the front-end of the process ahead of the first stage, or paper band filter.
Although the ultimate goal was to replace the cartridge filter, the customer wanted to see what influence the MCF might have on the entire system if it was installed at the beginning.
If that challenge was not enough, the customer installed the filter when the coolant system was at its dirtiest, and would normally need replacing.
Clearly, the customer was going to give the MCF a rigorous test.
RESULTS
To the customer's surprise, after eight-weeks of operation, they had not replaced a single cartridge filter.
In addition, the customer was able to disconnect the paper-band filter altogether because the coolant quality coming out of the MCF rendered the paper-band filter useless.
If that was not enough, according to the Production Manager the coolant in the system was “the cleanest we had ever seen." Moreover, they had "not needed to replace the coolant in the system during the entire time the MCF was installed."
This meant that over the eight-week operating time, the customer had saved approximately 8,800 gallons of coolant!
An added benefit -- in the customer's eyes -- was the amount of oil the MCF was removing.
The oil was agglomerating to the metallic debris in the coolant, and when the debris was removed from the screen, and ultimately purged from the filter, the oil was purged along with it. As a result, the buildup of oils in the coolant was reduced significantly.
Due to this very successful installation, the customer realized measurable savings on:
The reduced usage of cartridge filter elements.
The elimination of the labor to change out the cartridges.
The reduced disposal costs for the cartridges.
The extended life of the coolant system ( 8 weeks + vs. 1 week ).
Machine uptime as a result of the extended coolant life.
This truly was a case where the performance of a Ronningen-Petter MCF industrial filter exceeded our customer's expectations!
--by Ask Filter Man
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November 25, 2005
Global Market Insights Helps U.S. Businesses Expand Into Europe
Global Market Insights offers comprehensive marketing & business strategy consulting services for small to medium sized American firms seeking to expand into the European market. GMI has recently expanded to include comprehensive personnel search and management services in concert with partner firm, Beckett Rogers. Clients of Global Market Insights include companies in the precision steel manufacturing, publishing, and personal services industries.
(PRWEB) November 25, 2005 -- Global Market Insights is committed to assisting clients with cross-border and multicultural studies of various markets. It offers broad and in-depth consulting services using detailed local knowledge and market expertise. Focuses include market sizing, segmentation, positioning, price and competitive intelligence. Since 2002, Global Market Insights has provided our clients with in-depth and insightful market information and analysis on a global basis. With principal offices in North America and Europe, GMI´s purpose is to help client companies realize greater economic growth and value through strategic expansion into foreign markets.
An example to illustrate the kind of service GMI provides is a recent business success on the executive search front. Their client, a large international company in the manufacturing industry had an Executive Vice President for international sales that they wanted to replace because of a decline in sales, but they could not pin down what the “VP” was doing wrong. However, they did not want to move him out until GMI could find a replacement. As a solution to the dilemma GMI used a market research project to better understand the company and its problem. This allowed GMI to determine that the “VP” did not understand the European market which was causing the company to lose bids they should have won. The new “VP” needed to be European in order to convince the customers of their understanding of the market. Using detailed analysis of various sales and potential revenue, GMI worked with the company to find the candidate who was hired by the company. The initial increases in revenue through newly signed contracts have already paid back the costs of removing the old “VP” and hiring the new one.
"GMI's knowledge of the global marketplace is excellent, as is their individual attention to their customers' needs. Their extensive contacts throughout Europe and the U.S. have enabled them to identify and develop many new business opportunities. I have also recommended the GMI team to a number of other firms who have become equally pleased with their services. GMI is critical to our business strategy,” states Walter F. Corey, CEO and President, Pickwick Manufacturing Services.
Steve McLaughlin founded Global Market Insights, with offices in Europe and the U.S., with his vision of giving clients two synergistic competencies: knowledge of the global marketplace and industry expertise in manufacturing, finance and information technology. Steve McLaughlin has over twelve years of international experience in three continents, having started in executive search as a Beckett-Rogers Associate. Steve McLaughlin is a graduate of Rice University where he was student body president, and completed post-graduate studies in International Economics at the Universidad Mayor, Santiago, Chile. He is available for consultation by Phone: 352-26364921. Additional information is located on his website: http://www.gmi.lu.
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November 22, 2005
Sludgebusting: On-The-Fly Or Overnight
Choices for Cleaning Hot-Oil Systems
(PRWEB via PR Web Direct) November 21, 2005 -- Paratherm Corporation has given their Hot-Oil System Cleaning Liquids line a new name; The Sludgebusters™.
Both the Paratherm SC™ system cleaner and the Paratherm LC™ system cleaner will remove the sludge and carbon that tends to build up in thermal-fluid systems over time. But the two products work in very different ways, are applied with different methods, and work on distinct time lines.
Heat Transfer Fluid (also called thermal fluid or hot oil) systems can foul due to oxidation, overheating, or both. How the maintenance department chooses to clean the system depends on production schedules, labor schedules, and other operational factors. Paratherm has a Sludgebuster to meet each.
With smaller systems that are shut down regularly, or that need to be cleaned quickly and put back on line, Paratherm SC is a liquid that will do a thorough job overnight or over a weekend.
In larger systems that tend to run 24/7, the Paratherm LC is the Sludgebuster that cleans the system while it runs. Replace 10% of an existing fluid charge with the Paratherm LC cleaner liquid, and run it until the next scheduled maintenance stop.
Hot-oil systems control temperatures in manufacturing processes in industries such as plastics, foods, chemicals, packaging, converting, pulp and paper, petrochemicals, textiles, and die casting.
Both the Sludgebusters are available in 5-gallon pails or 55-gallon drums.
About Paratherm Corporation
Paratherm Corporation's product line has grown to seven heat transfer fluids and two high-performance system-cleaner liquids, but the service mission of Paratherm Engineers and Staff has remained the same; to use their thorough knowledge and experience with thermal systems and heat transfer fluids, their relationships with heater and equipment manufacturers, and their focused attention on the needs of customers, to deliver smoothly operating systems and applications, and maximum production, to processors that choose Paratherm.
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November 21, 2005
Plastic Concepts & Innovations, LLC Work Results in People’s Choice Award at SPE 15th Annual Conference
Plastic Concepts & Innovations LLC (PCI) provided the thermoforming consulting services for design, tooling and production which resulted in the People’s Choice Award won by Spencer Industries. The award was presented at the 15th Annual 2005 US SPE Thermoforming Division Annual Conference held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
(PRWEB) November 19, 2005 -- Plastic Concepts & Innovations LLC (PCI) provided the thermoforming consulting services for design, tooling and production which resulted in the People’s Choice Award won by Spencer Industries at the 15th Annual 2005 US SPE Thermoforming Division Annual Conference held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The award was given for the TPO twin-sheet, thermoformed Ingersoll-Rand AirSource Portable Air Compressor Cover. “We are thrilled to have been an integral part of this project and we will continue to focus our efforts on other innovations that will inspire the thermoforming industry,” said James (Jay) M. Waddell, Managing Partner for PCI.
PCI has a history of developing ground-breaking innovations. It was an integral team member in the development of the first long-term production program using paint film on ABS substrate in the Dodge Caravan window conversion project. Additionally, PCI provided consulting on the design, tooling and production of thermoformed TPO components for the GM HHR vehicle.
Plastic Concepts & Innovations, LLC is the recognized, leading-edge thermoforming, consulting group in the field of heavy-gauge thermoforming and the development of TPO Class A components for the Automotive, Recreational and Marine Industries.
Contact Information:
Jay Waddell, Managing Partner
843.971.7833
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Dredge Brokers Introduces New Brokerage for Dredges and Dredge Equipment
Dredge Brokers introduces a unique new resource for the purchase and selling of marine dredges and dredging equipment.
Slidell, LA (PRWEB) November 19, 2005 -- Dredge Brokers introduces a marine brokerage firm specializing in dredges and dredge equipment. Unlike other marine brokerages, Dredge Brokers is dredge industry specific, and therefore attracts customers that are specifically interested in buying or selling dredges and dredge equipment.
If you are selling your dredge or dredging equipment, you can list with Dredge Brokers for free, and receive world wide exposure through internet advertising, direct mailings, and trade publication advertising. Dredge Brokers charges a percentage based commission only after the equipment is sold.
If you are on the market for a good used dredge, Dredge Brokers lists all types of dredges, from cutter suction dredges to clamshell dredges, and all of the dredge equipment you will need to fully equip a dredging project. www.DredgeBrokers.com is a one stop equipment resource, whether you are bidding a large capital dredging project or need a dredge for your sand and gravel pit, or if you just want to replace your dredge pipeline at a good price.
“All our prices are quoted up front. We are honest about the condition of the equipment that we list, and we don’t list junk,” says Brantz von Mayer, founder of Dredge Brokers., “I think that is why DredgeBrokers.com has become an important resource for the dredging community.”
Listings are accepted worldwide. For details on how to list your equipment or to view the list of dredges that are available for sale, visit Dredge Brokers on the Word Wide Web at: www.dredgebrokers.com.
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November 17, 2005
Electrophysics HotShot Named PLANT ENGINEERING Product of the Year Finalist
Electrophysics, a leading manufacturer of infrared, night vision, and thermography cameras, is pleased to announce that the HotShot, its cutting-edge thermography camera, has been selected as a finalist for the PLANT ENGINEERING Product of the Year Award.
Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) November 17, 2005 -- Electrophysics, a leading manufacturer of infrared, night vision, and thermography cameras, is pleased to announce that the HotShot, its cutting-edge thermography camera, has been selected as a finalist for the PLANT ENGINEERING Product of the Year Award. Highly advanced and revolutionary, the HotShot combines superior performance and best in class ergonomic design in a low-cost and versatile package. Electrophysics is honored to be a part of this award that not only encompasses prestige, but is a symbol of quality and innovation in the industry.
Since its first issue in 1947, PLANT ENGINEERING magazine has stood as the leading problem-solving information source for America's industrial plant engineers. It has won virtually every readership study in its field over the past 20 years and well over 100 studies in all. The PLANT ENGINEERING Product of the Year Awards are amongst the most sought-after distinctions by manufacturers when establishing new products in the plant engineering industry. After finalists are chosen by a qualified group of senior engineers, they are placed into 16 different categories and are then voted on by PLANT ENGINEERING subscribers using a special online ballot. Awards range from Gold, Silver to Bronze and also include an overall Grand Award. The Product of the Year Awards will be presented at a black-tie reception during the National Plant Engineering and Management Show in March 2006.
An entirely new concept in industrial inspection data collection, the HotShot is the world’s first thermography camera with an integrated data logger functionality and icon-based user interface. The camera was designed specifically for industrial inspection of high voltage electrical systems, production machinery and buildings. The HotShot also features a unique rotating thermal camera head that enables framing of electrical and mechanical systems from floor level to overhead while maintaining an optimal viewing angle and hand position, even when operating in tight spaces.
The HotShot integrates a high performance micro-bolometer infrared sensor that delivers sharp, highly sensitive thermal images. An easy-to-use joystick control and 3.5” LCD touch screen with on screen control buttons help to facilitate the identification of inspection point locations, incident information and observation details that can later be automatically incorporated into reports. A Compact Flash accessory port provides an industry standard interface for a wide range of existing and future accessory devices including a visible camera, CF memory cards, a WiFi card and a miniature hands-free viewfinder. The USB port and active sync provides an easy method for downloading data to a computer. In addition, the HotShot is also extremely lightweight, weighing a mere 1.8 lbs and features a low-power design that will run for 4 hours on a single charge.
Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops advanced thermal imaging, near infrared and night vision systems for use in a host of imaging applications. Since 1969, Electrophysics has maintained its focus on delivering products that reflect the company’s exceptional engineering capabilities to meet specific real world demands while keeping pace with rapidly evolving imaging technologies. The Company has realized exceptional growth as a result of its customer-centric philosophy and remains firmly committed to continually innovating its products in order to enhance the experience of end-users. Electrophysics is vertically integrated with expertise in complex signal processing, optics, embedded software, PC software applications development and hardware design.
For additional information and full specifications, please visit the HotShot product page at www.electrophysics.com
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November 16, 2005
Upholstery to Airlines: Unstable Oil Prices Affecting Many Industries
Many industries, such as upholstery, rely on petrochemicals as raw input materials. Fluctuating oil prices are a reality these days.
Houston, TX (PRWEB) November 14, 2005 --
Airlines sure. But upholstery? Oil prices can affect a larger part of the economy than is usually thought of. The reality is that a large part of manufacturing (such as plastics) rely on petrochemicals to actually make their products. Upholstery is one of these industries. “Many furniture manufacturers are seeing across the board increases in foam costs which are a primary raw material needed in the manufacturing of upholstery fabrics,” said David Nelson of Theupholsteryguide.com.
To some people, it sounds like a repeat of the 1970s. The stock market fluctuations, the lines for gasoline (which, thankfully have abated for now), and the slow influx of alternative energy solutions make it seem like we are in a time warp. However, a lot of industries can’t switch from petrochemicals even if the alternatives’ technology was far more advanced.
Industries that are staples of the economy, such as injection molding, use oil based raw materials as inputs to make common industrial items that are needed around the economy. You can’t make a solar panel into a box of garbage bags.
With oil prices now down from their close to $70 mark, a lot people are wondering in which direction oil prices could go in the near future. Airlines need expensive fuel to run their aircraft, but a lot of people don’t realize that petrochemicals play a huge part in manufacturing too. And these companies need oil to make their products: no matter what the cost.
About The Upholstery Guide
TheUpholsteryGuide.com was launched in November 2005 to provide information to consumers and business people about upholstery. Theupholsteryguide.com features articles, news, and resources about upholstery and it’s use in modern industry. David Nelson indicated that TheUpholsteryGuide.com plans on adding several new articles and tutorials about upholstery in the upcoming weeks.
Contact:
David Nelson
713-850-7525
http://www.theupholsteryguide.com
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How a Paint Manufacturer Significantly Reduced Their Product Loss -- a Real World Documented Case Study
Latex paints and stain manufacturer -- PPG Architectural Finishes of Louisville, Kentucky -- knew its filling operation was overly complicated, noisy, and required far too much operator attention. More importantly, PPG experienced an unacceptable percentage of product loss in the filtering process. PPG replaced their vibrating screen, accumulating vessel, and diaphragm pump with a Ronningen-Petter DCF-800 self-cleaning filter, greatly reducing product waste, operator involvement, and line noise levels.
(PRWEB) November 16, 2005 -- Latex paints and stain manufacturer - PPG Architectural Finishes of Louisville, Kentucky - knew its filling operation was overly complicated, noisy, and required far too much operator attention. More importantly, PPG experienced an unacceptable percentage of product loss in the filtering process. PPG replaced their vibrating screen, accumulating vessel, and diaphragm pump with a Ronningen-Petter DCF-800 self-cleaning filter, greatly reducing product waste, operator involvement, and line noise levels.
Situation
An air-operated diaphragm pump at the base of a blend tank pumped product onto a large vibrating screen, which was open to the atmosphere.
Product exiting the vibrating screen was fed into an accumulating vessel, where another pump would transfer the product through a polishing filter and into a rotary drum filling machine.
With the two pumps, vibrating screen and open-air vessel, this system was complex, noisy, and wasteful.
Mr. Doug Story, plant engineer at the Louisville plant, had some simple objectives for improving the company’s filling operation — produce as much finished product as possible, by using the most environmentally friendly and least wasteful methods available.
Solution
RPA Process Technologies showed Mr. Story how he could greatly simplify the process by installing a Ronningen-Petter DCF filter in place of the vibrating screen.
Removing the vibrating screen would also eliminate the need for the accumulating vessel and its associated piping and controls, as well as the second diaphragm pump and its compressed air components and controls.
Mr. Story said, “The simplicity of the new filling process gained instant approval from both our operators and maintenance personnel.” The old equipment was removed and a DCF-800 self-cleaning filter was installed.
With the DCF filter, paint enters the top inlet of the filter housing and passes through the screen. The screen holds undispersed pigments, paint skins, and debris, while the cleaned paint exits the bottom outlet of the filter.
A cleaning disc moves up and down the filter screen, removing debris. With the aid of the downward fluid flow and the disc movement, the debris is deposited into a holding chamber at the bottom of the filter housing.
The debris is periodically purged from the housing via a valve at the bottom of the chamber.
Results
The Ronningen-Petter DCF filter has virtually eliminated operator involvement in the operation.
Removing the vibrating screen and second diaphragm pump has dramatically reduced noise levels.
Mr. Story reports significant reductions in product waste because of the DCF filter’s top-to-bottom flow design and debris purging technology.
The DCF filter purges residual paint and debris into the plant recycling system, where the solids are separated and the paint is reused. This purge system allows filtration and cleaning to occur simultaneously.
After a year in operation, Mr. Story said:
“Post installation costs for the first year were under $10 (USD). Payback was achieved in four months, and this analysis does not include the savings generated in utilities costs for the vibrating screen, its maintenance, or additional operator time.
The DCF filter has contributed to our paint and stain production efficiency, exceeding the objectives set at the beginning of the project. We are also providing our workers with a quieter, more environmentally friendly workplace.”
--by Ask Filter Man
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November 15, 2005
The Next Generation: Cookshack’s IQ3 Controller with Meat Probe Gives Chefs More Control over Product
Cookshack, Inc. announces the release of the IQ3 Controller to the commercial cooking industry. With the addition of an electronically-controlled temperature probe to Cookshack smokers’ time and temperature control system, chefs will be able to set the smoker for the desired internal product temperature, the cook and hold temperatures, and let the smoker take care of the rest.
Ponca City, OK (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) November 14, 2005 -- Cookshack, Inc., manufacturer of high-quality commercial smoker ovens, has added an optional electronically-controlled temperature probe to their IQ controller, allowing chefs more precise cooking than ever before.
The probe will allow the user to set the desired internal product temperature, and the cook and hold temperatures. When the meat reaches the pre-programmed desired internal temperature the smoker automatically goes into a holding cycle, keeping the meat at optimal temperature.
The controller comes standard on new Cookshack smokers, and can be retrofit to older models.
For more information about the IQ3 controller or for images, please contact Cayley Armstrong or visit our website’s press section at www.cookshack.com. The IQ3 is scheduled for immediate release.
About Cookshack, Inc:
Cookshack manufactures smoker ovens for commercial, home, and competition use under the brand names of Cookshack and Fast Eddy’s by Cookshack. Cookshack has an industry-wide reputation for its high quality products and exceptional customer service. The company has been in business for over 40 years and ships its products worldwide. Cookshack is privately held and is located in Oklahoma. Commercial equipment is NSF approved and UL listed; most stainless steel models are USDA approved. Residential equipment is UL listed.
Contact:
Cayley Armstrong, Marketing Coordinator
Cookshack, Inc
580-765-3669
http://www.cookshack.com
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November 13, 2005
Self-Cleaning Filter is Key Component in Integrated Paint Drum Filling System -- a Real World Documented Case Study
Hallman Paints in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin installed a new filling system to eliminate extensive set-up times. The new system required the teamwork of RPA Process Technologies and Hallman’s filling machine vendor. Careful consultation and a quality Ronningen-Petter filtering system helped Hallman Paints bring the pieces together for a truly integrated fill line.
(PRWEB) November 13, 2005 -- With the use of their new self-cleaning filtration system, Hallman Paints were able to eliminate:
• Bottlenecks in set-up during the integration of the filtering and filling systems
• Commitment of time and space to get ready for the filling process
• Clean-up time because the new DCF filter is designed so that every part is accessible, therefore there are no hidden surfaces where paint can be trapped.
SITUATION
Hallman Paints manufactures architectural finishes, including some textured finishes, for the professional paint market. The company offers a broad range of paint colors, which must be filtered and packaged into 55-gallon (208 liter) drums.
The old filling line was obsolete and inefficient, with a vibrating gravity sieve that filtered the paint.
The filtered paint flowed out of the sieve and onto a tray, which carried it to the fill tube and into one of the open drums. When a drum was filled, the tube was moved to another drum.
The problem with the old method was the long set-up time.
The Operations Manager explained, "We had to get drums in position for filling, take the rings and heads off, set up the vibrating sieve with the proper screen, and make sure everything was ready, so that when the batch became available, we were all set up to begin filling. If there was a delay in the batch — for an extra adjustment, or quality control — the open drums sat there taking up space on the floor."
SOLUTION
Hallman Paints needed a system that would deliver the strained material directly to the filter.
The Operations Manager said, "We wanted to marry the strainer with an automatic filter as a complete system, but nobody had done that before. So we started by looking at straining methods. Then we looked at automatic filters, and at how compatible the automatic filter and the straining method were for combining into one integrated system."
The search led him to RPA Process Technologies and the Ronningen-Petter DCF mechanically cleaned filter.
The DCF is specifically designed to filter solids from high viscosity fluids, like paints.
The Operations Manager liked the DCF filter and began looking for a way to combine it with Ideal Manufacturing’s combination drum/pail filler.
RESULTS
The new integrated filtering and filling system has eliminated the set-up bottleneck Hallman Paints experienced with the old filling system.
Now, the drums are brought in just when they are needed in the filling process.
Paint is filtered through the Ronningen-Petter DCF filter and sent to the drum/pail filler for automatic filling.
When a drum is full, the next drum is moved into position for filling. "We no longer have to commit time or space getting ready for the filling operation," said the Operations Manager.
The Ronningen-Petter DCF filter has also made clean-up much more efficient.
The Operations Manager likes the fact that every part on the filter that needs cleaning is accessible when the filter is opened.
There are no hidden surfaces or corners where paint can be trapped. Operators can easily make sure the filter is properly cleaned and ready for the next color batch.
"We are very pleased with the design of this filter and the way it operates in conjunction with the new filling system".
--by Ask Filter Man
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NASA Engineered Environmental Friend Sweeping the Globe
With exclusive marketing rights in 3 continents, over 44 countries around the world are experiencing economic and environmental benefits of the UBiee Power Pill Fe-3.
(PRWEB) November 12, 2005 -- Leading and not following, Ring SMS UBiee Power Team is prolifically expanding their vision of creating a positive global impact.
With exclusive marketing rights in 3 continents, over 44 countries around the world are experiencing economic and environmental benefits of the UBiee Power Pill Fe-3.
Without the positive influence on our environment and creation of healthy wealth harmonically resonating the UBiee Power Pill Fe3 worldwide, we will continue along the desecrated road to personal and planetary self destruction.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lists 5 major pollutants with deadly consequences: carbon monoxide, ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, and lead.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is the cause of hundreds of deaths a year. Incomplete burn of carbon in fuel forms a colorless, odorless gas known as carbon monoxide. Especially susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning are fetuses, infants, elderly, and people with a history of heart or respiratory disease, as well as anemia.
Over 78% of hydrocarbons in our atmosphere come from transportation such as automobiles, trucks, etc. As sunlight acts on these hydrocarbons, ozone is created, and at ground level is considered a pollutant, which can cause damage not only to the human respiratory system, but plant life as well. In humans, this pollutant causes shortness of breath, chest pain when inhaling deeply, and wheezing and coughing, while extended exposure can cause permanent lung damage.
Nitrogen oxides along with particulates in the air, often seen as a reddish brown layer over urban areas, is known as smog. 55% of manmade sources of nitrogen dioxide come from the combustion process in automobiles. Smog is related to cancer, asthma, chronic lung disease, and heart disease.
The process of fading out lead in gasoline due to its association with negative health effects ranging from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizures and death, especially in children 6 years and under, began in the 1980’s. Many owners of older vehicles, such as vintage or classic cars, operating on leaded fuel were left between a rock and a hard place, as unleaded gasoline created valve recession.
Fuel such as gasoline, diesel, and bio-diesel, contains sulfur and water, which combined creates sulfuric acid. During combustion, unburned sulfuric acid leaves behind carbon deposits. Carbon deposits produce decreased fuel efficiency and performance, and increased toxic emissions.
While tests, testimonials, and reports flood in from around the world, Ring SMS UBIEE Power Team’s Power Pill Fe3 exceeds expectations of addressing the EPA’s 5 major pollutants with its environmental friendliness and fuel economy characterized by:
· 78% reduction in carbon monoxide emissions
· 24% reduction in hydrocarbons
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· Elimination and prevention of carbon deposits, providing increased fuel economy and increased performance
Ring SMS UBiee Power Team’s harmonic healthy welfare circle of friendship resonates a symphony of hope beyond worst personal conditions or self imposed limitations, providing a safe harbor to save money, make money, while simultaneously protecting our environment.
Contact Info: Dee Scrip
Phone: 1-412-571-1855
Web: http://www.thepowerpill.com
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November 11, 2005
Kate’s Embroidery Center Gives Googlers Quick Introduction to the World of Embroidery
Embroidery has successfully migrated to the internet. Googlers can now find all the information in one spot.
(PRWEB) November 11, 2005 -- When you think of embroidery, you probably think of your grandmother knitting you a pink bunny rabbit outfit for Christmas. Embroidery just might be the domain of your grandmother, but it still had plenty of people who are interested in getting started in embroidery. Tim Branch of Katesembroidery.com stated that “There is a real generation gap between today’s youth and their grandparents. Teenagers seem to be more interested in their Sony PS2 and AOL Chat than learning about hand made crafts. However, the tradition is alive and well on the internet.”
As far back as Egyptian and Hebrew times individuals decorated their clothing with rich embroidery. The 18th and 19th Centuries brought embroidery to a whole new class of people, and even today, it seems that the craft has successfully migrated to cyberspace. The internet has allowed hobbyists and professionals from all over the world to mingle and discuss their latest embroidery projects. There are dozens of custom embroidery websites and people are always looking for free embroidery designs.
In fact, A Google search for the term “embroidery” shows more than 70 merchants advertising their embroidery related products. Bidding for competitive terms can become fierce very quickly. But clearly, at least 70 advertisers think embroidery is a term worth pursing.
About Katesembroidery.com:
With their corporate office in Houston, Texas, Tim Branch and his research staff prepare detailed articles and information about embroidery. Katesembroidery.com provides embroidery related content for people all over the world.
In a recent interview, Tim said he hopes to expand the website and to add many new enhancements for people who enjoy embroidery as a hobby.
Contact:
Tim Branch
832-715-2508
http://www.katesembroidery.com
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Generating Less Waste Makes Good Business Sense
In many manufacturing facilities, the filtration unit operations often are an afterthought. Unfortunately, discounting the importance of filtration can lead to major negative impacts on a process's profitability. Of course, waste minimization is a complex undertaking. However, when it is approached with the focus on eliminating waste at the source, the benefits can be seen throughout the process.
(PRWEB) November 11, 2005 -- In recent years, the focus of waste minimization has shifted from end-of-pipe pollution controls to minimizing waste at the source. In fact, the US Environmental Protection Agency’s Priority Hierarchy of Waste Management lists source reduction as the most desirable technique – and disposal as the least desirable.
By minimizing waste at the source rather than trying to address it at the end, you provide a cleaner, safer environment. You save money--sometimes millions of dollars--while reducing the long-term risk and liability. Here is how to get started...
Switch from disposable media filters (bags and cartridges) to self-cleaning filters. This can not only create an effective filtration solution, but it can also garner an immediate and significant return on investment.
You may ask where the additional cost savings are from. Cleanable media saves you money when all system costs are considered, many times referred to the hidden costs such as the cost of waste disposal, the purchase of purchasing replacement media, and the labor costs of bag changeout. Not to mention the added risk of employee exposure if the waste is a hazardous material.
The added benefit is the contribution to a cleaner, healthier, and safer environment. This will be felt for years to come.
--by Ask Filter Man
Do you have a liquid filtration question? Ask Filter Man!
http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp.
To discuss this with one of Ronningen-Petters Applications Specialist, please click on the following link: http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp.
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November 10, 2005
Farmers Best Friend Finds New Home with Disaster Recovery Specialists for Hurricane Relief Efforts
In the wake of hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma, disaster recovery units and relief organizations are finding much-needed support and mobile fuel relief from the Illinois based manufacturer Field Pup. The creator of the popular Fuel Boy used within the agricultural industry, Field Pup now provides 300, 500, and 1000-gallon fuel units suitable for disaster management activities and onsite refueling.
Milford, IL (PRWEB) November 10, 2005 -- For organizations looking for onsite fueling support, the Field Pup is finding service and positive recognition at company headquarters, job sites, and disaster recovery scenes nationwide for both commercial and government organizations.
Originally designed with the rigorous conditions of off-road functionality in mind, the units are built using heavy-duty axles and suspension for maximum durability, and are utilized to handle diesel fuel and other fuel products meeting Class 3 combustible requirements.
To support intermittent road use between job locations, the units are manufactured to meet or exceed DOT safety standards, including lights, brakes, reflectors, safety equipment, heavy duty axles, decals, and signage. The baffled round tank is manufactured to provide years of service, and includes PRE-vent, fill, 4” inspection hole, and drain plug.
The Field Pup is offered in several size options, including the 300, 500, and 1000 gallon refueling models, with many other options determined by how and where the unit will be used. The units are equipped with a 12v DC pump, filter assemblies, auto nozzle, radial steel tires or flotation tires, front aluminum tool chest and interchangeable hitches.
Many upgrades are available, as well, including hose and hose reels, theft prevention devices, spare tire racks, backup battery sources, 20GPM and 25 GPM pumps, side chests, fuel distribution meters, and more. The unit is red with a white tank, but all standard equipment colors are available for the base.
The Field Pup Fuel Boy provides an exceptional advantage to support local refueling and operational mobility for critical applications.
For more information on Field Pup refueling units, visit www.fieldpup.com online.
About Field Pup Fuel Units:
Field Pup is manufactured by Robert Davis and Son, a family-owned welding, steel, and metal fabrication business established in 1933, and provides off-road and onsite fuel solutions to construction, agriculture, military, and other government and commercial organizations.
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November 09, 2005
Concrete Washout Systems Launches Services in Texas
National Washout Services, LLC takes Dallas / Fort Worth by the horns.
Elk Grove, CA (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) November 9, 2005 -- Concrete Washout Systems, Inc., announced today that National Washout Services, LLC has recently begun distributing and servicing Concrete Washout Systems (CWS) in the greater Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex area.
National Washout Services is a newly formed company operating under the guidance of Michael Liston. Michael Liston is president of American Concrete Washouts, Inc., a CWS licensee, and has several operations within California.
“We are very pleased to have the opportunity to represent CWS in the great state of Texas,” stated Michael Liston, Operating Partner of National Washout Services, LLC. “The Texas market and specifically the Dallas/Fort Worth area, is exploding with growth and we see ourselves positioned to offer our risk management services to builders and contractors alike with a strong team and an innovative product,” added Mr. Liston.
“We are very excited to have National Washout Services as a partner with the experience and expertise their team has to offer,” stated Kevin Mickelson, Vice President of Concrete Washout Systems, Inc. “The Texas market is developing at a rapid pace and is in need of risk management solutions that National will be offering. Mr. Liston has the experience and knowledge to bring everything together,” added Mr. Mickelson.
CWS is currently seeking licensed partners in numerous markets across the nation. Licensed partners will own and operate a Concrete Washout Systems business in their designated region where they will be responsible for all aspects of the business. Currently Concrete Washout Systems has licensed partners throughout most of California, Hawaii, Las Vegas and Reno, Nevada, Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona, Denver, Colorado, Texas, Minnesota and Southeast Florida.
The patent pending CWS is a portable, self-contained and watertight bin that controls, captures and contains concrete washout material and wastewater. It allows trade personnel to easily washout concrete trucks, pumps and equipment on site and facilitates easy off site recycling of the same concrete materials and wastewater, while protecting the storm drain system from potential illegal discharges. The off site recycling component creates an even more environmentally sound application as concrete material is diverted away from landfills and recycled. This system replaces other outdated washout BMP’s, which are costly, unsightly and damaging to the environment since their containment value diminishes, due to inherently faulty material, over use and lack of maintenance.
About Concrete Washout Systems, Inc.
Concrete Washout Systems is a risk management specialist and industry pioneer in concrete washout and wastewater removal, treatment and recycling. The patent-pending Concrete Washout Systems provides a cost effective, environmentally friendly and compliance alternative for homebuilders, contractors, ready mix and pump operators and environmental engineering firms. For more information visit http://www.concretewashout.com
Contact:
Roger Engelsgaard
Concrete Washout Systems, Inc.
1-877-2-WASHOUT
Fax: (916) 689-0592
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www.concretewashout.com
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COGZ CMMS Software Online Knowledge Base Now Available
COGZ CMMS software knowledge base and complete program user manual can now be found online on the COGZ Systems, LLC Web site. Using these new reference options, users now have the resources available to figure out answers to their application questions as well as learn tips on getting the most out of COGZ for their complete maintenance management operation. COGZ Systems, LLC continues to provide new program resources and know-how to make preventative maintenance, work order management, and inventory control even more effortless.
Woodbury, CT, (PRWEB) November 9, 2005 – With the addition of the online knowledge base and complete program user manual to the COGZ preventive maintenance software Web site references, users now have a way of getting an enhanced understanding of the workings and many uses of COGZ work order software to benefit their entire maintenance management operation.
With a newly added link in the Help menu of COGZ directly to the online user manual, users can quickly access the online manual for a quick program reference. The PDF file of the manual is also available in the Help menu for reference as well. Each program update provides the latest program user manual for reference. The online user manual link automatically goes to the latest version of the online manual on the COGZ Web site so users have the most complete and up-to-date information.
The online knowledge base offers users additional reference information in one location on the COGZ Web site simply devoted to additional program how-to information, tips, recommendations, and uses for your system. This gives users a better understanding of how to use features in the program for overall maintenance improvement. With this new point of reference at user’s fingertips, they can easily and quickly determine the best options for their operation and improved maintenance operations.
To learn more about the COGZ CMMS online user manual click here http://www.cogz.com/help/index.htm
To learn more about the COGZ knowledge base click here http://www.cogz.com/kb/kbmap.htm
About COGZ Systems, LLC:
COGZ Systems, LLC is a leading provider of CMMS software for maintenance management. Since 1989, COGZ Systems has been supporting companies to effectively improve their maintenance management organization as they compete in the global marketplace. With the help of COGZ CMMS software, companies are increasing productivity by ensuring that their equipment is maintained for optimum performance and increased company-wide efficiency. Visit the COGZ Systems, LLC Web site for additional information: http://www.cogz.com
Contact:
Lori Ewen
COGZ Systems, LLC
203-263-7882
http://www.cogz.com
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How to Create a Lean Manufacturing Process with Environmentally Friendly Self-Cleaning Industrial Filters
I am sure you have heard it before, 'Self-cleaning filters not only reduce waste, but also turn it into PROFIT!" It is a well-known fact that by disposing the contaminants--and not the filter--would create a leaner manufacturing process. However, many facilities are apprehensive to take the next step, which is to switch from disposable bags and cartridges to a self-cleaning filtration process.
(PRWEB) November 9, 2005 -- Running the Numbers:
So, how do the numbers wash out? Here is a way to conduct a preliminary feasibility study to begin your return on investment justification. This five-minute analysis could save you millions in cost savings.
Conducting an instant preliminary feasibility study:
Undoubtedly, you have some questions. You are wondering whether self-cleaning filters can help with your waste minimization problems. Or just how much they can reduce your disposal costs. Or improve your return on investment.
Grab a calculator and a pencil. By completing the following self-survey, you can quickly calculate what disposable media filters are costing you in terms of disposal costs alone.
When you finish, you will have taken a major step toward determining whether self-cleaning filters are a viable alternative to the filters you are currently using or considering.
Determining Your Disposal Costs for Disposable Media Filters:
1. For one filter, multiply the number of cartridges or bags it contains by the number of changeouts per year. This will give you the total number of spent media per year. Write your answer below.
Example: A cartridge filter with 36 - 10-inch cartridges is changed every week: 36 cartridges x 52 weeks - 1,872 cartridges per year.
CARTRIDGES PER YEAR: __________
Spent Media per Year:
2. If you are using 10-inch cartridges or bags, divide the total number of spent media per year by 180 (this is how many of these cartridges or bags fit into one 55-gallon drum). If you are using 30-inch cartridges, divide the total number of spent cartridges per year by 60. In each case, the result is the total number of 55-gallon drums that you will fill each year.
Example: 1,872 total spent cartridges divided by 180 = 10.4 barrels per year.
BARRELS PER YEAR: __________
10-inch cartridges or bags:
30-inch cartridges:
3. Multiply the number of barrels per year by the cost per barrel for disposal.
Example: Assuming you pay $500 per barrel for non-hazardous waste (or $1,000 per barrel for hazardous waste), the calculation is 10.4 x $500 = $5,200 (or 10.4 x $1,000 = $10,400).
DISPOSAL COSTS PER FILTER PER YEAR: $__________
Remember – these calculations are based on a single filter, and they account for disposal costs only. Additional costs include the purchase price for disposable cartridges or bags (typically at least $3 apiece) as well as associated costs such as the labor required for media replacement, the increased emissions, and the increased safety risk.
--by Ask Filter Man
For questions about industrial filtration, please visit the Ask Filter Man at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp
If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of RPA Process Technologies highly trained Applications Specialists, please contact us at http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp
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November 07, 2005
Why Spray Nozzle Protection is Important During Your Manufacturing Process
WHAT IS SPRAY NOZZLE PROTECTION? Spray Nozzles are specifically engineered for four critical functions: flow control, cleaning, coverage, and atomizing. It is important to filter solids from water, or any industrial liquid, before they reach your spray nozzles.
(PRWEB) November 6, 2005 -- Unwanted and oversized particles can block the inside of an orifice, which in turn restricts water flow, impairs spray uniformity, and allows debris to pass through which in turn ends up in your process or on your product.
The proper filtration will help keep the nozzle clear of debris enabling them to provide uniform and consistent spray patterns.
For spray nozzle protection, careful media selection is essential. The primary factor to be considered is orifice size and shape of the nozzle opening. Other factors include solids content, type of contaminant, particle size, and shape, amount of contaminant to be removed, liquid temperature, and required flow rates.
For liquids other than water, knowing the liquid's viscosity, corrosiveness, abrasiveness, and adhesive qualities are essential in specifying the nozzle protection filter.
EXAMPLE -- FLUE GAS SCRUBBER SPRAY NOZZLE PROTECTION
To prevent fly ash and sulfur dioxide from venting into the atmosphere, flue gas scrubbers uniformly spray a sorbent into the dirty, hot flue gas. These sorbents, however, often contain oversized particles that can plug spray nozzle orifices. When this happens, the spray becomes uneven, and fly ash and sulfur dioxide can escape from the scrubber.
The key to spray nozzle protection is to filter the liquid before sending it to the spray nozzle. This eliminates the excess and oversize particles, which ultimately plugs the nozzle orifices. Once plugged, the spray becomes uneven, and the output quality becomes compromised. All at an additional and unnecessary expense to the bottom line.
The pro-active approach to this problem is to protect the spray nozzles, which is to filter the solution before it reaches this stage of the process. While there are many different filtration options, the most cost effective is to use self-cleaning filters. This is why incinerator systems manufacturers regularly contact Ronningen-Petter (RPA Process Technologies) to analyze their filtration methods in hopes of protecting their expensive spray nozzles while lowering their process costs.
A SELF-CLEANING SOLUTION
Ronningen-Petter typically determines that the solution to this problem is twofold. To begin, many manufacturing facilities are throwing out more cartridges than necessary with disposable media. That is because disposable media are typically changed on a time cycle (e.g., once a shift, once a day, or once a week), regardless of whether the media needs replacement. To effectively filter when needed -- and not when convenient -- it is important to use automation when at all possible.
With the use of automation, the filters can be cleaned at precisely the right time, rather than when it is convenient. That is because the cleaning is controlled by the pressure differential between inlet and outlet headers as contaminants build up on the filter screen. When the pressure reaches a predetermined level, the screens are cleaned automatically -- only as needed, and when needed.
The second problem was their use of processing liquids (sorbent) with unwanted and prior supposedly 'filtered' particles in it, which resulted in fouling and clogging of the spray nozzles. The consequence of this dynamic was uneven spray and fly ash/sulfur dioxide escaping from the scrubber.
Once identified, the incinerator systems manufacturer eliminated this problem by using Ronningen-Petter (automated) self-cleaning filters. This meant less waste in the process. It also limited the unwanted particles in the process stream, which eliminated the spray nozzle clogging. Therefore, the process line did not have to be stopped to clean the nozzles.
RESULTS
The incinerator systems manufacturers are extremely pleased with the reliable operation of the filters, the elimination of spray nozzle plugging and fouling, as well as the fact that there are no spent cartridges to dispose.
--by Ask Filter Man
For questions about industrial filtration, please visit the Ask Filter Man at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp
If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of RPA Process Technologies highly-trained Applications Specialists, please contact us at http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp
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Chemical Company Reduces Hazardous Waste On Resin Production Line
Learn how a chemical company reduced hazardous waste on their resin production line by using a unique industrial filter.
(PRWEB) October 31, 2005 -- Resin and Polymer manufacturing demands tremendous finished product quality and consistency. Even slight impurities can cause significant problems later in the manufacturing process, not to mention the risks associated with the hazardous waste.
The plant manager at a U.S. chemical company--which produced resins for the construction industry--wanted to make improvements in their resin production line filtering systems to reduce their hazardous waste. Using filtration effectively means a finished product with consistent properties, which is free from contaminants and offers homogenous composition.
Filtration process:
There were three separate filtering applications on the line: pre-pump straining, intermediate filtering, and finished product filtering. And, each filtering system generated a host of housekeeping, waste disposal and productivity issues.
A standard pump strainer installed between a process vessel and pump was being used to screen out large diameter particles before product entered the pump.
Cleaning the strainer was a messy job, and the cleaning process sometimes allowed large particulate to bypass the strainer and cause pump failure.
Further down the line, a cartridge filter screened out small particulate after a process tank discharge pump. Changing the fiber-mesh filter cartridges required halting production, and the used cartridges generated environmental and disposal costs.
Finished product filtering was handled by a dual housing bag filter that used two 300-micron, nylon bags. In addition to the hazardous waste generated when the bag filters were changed, product was being wasted when the product-gorged filter bags were removed.
The plant manager consulted with Ronningen-Petter about upgrading the facilities filtering processes. He was interested in the capability of the company’s DCF Self-Cleaning (Mechanically Cleaned) filter, and was especially attracted by the prospect of eliminating the messy housekeeping and disposal problems that the current pump strainer, cartridge filter, and dual bag filters generated.
Solution:
The standard pump strainer was replaced with a Ronningen-Petter DCF-1600 filter. The cleaning cycle on DCF is automatically initiated when the differential pressure within the system reaches a predetermined point.
Now, with DCF in place, filtering is continuous and the pump is protected from the large particulate that previously threatened pump performance.
To eliminate the hazardous waste problems associated with disposal, the intermediate cartridge filter was replaced with a DCF-1600 equipped with the twin actuator option.
Resins are a unique filtering challenge and the twin actuators were designed for sticky, quick-drying liquids. With its robust dual drive mechanism, DCF with Twin Actuator option performs the difficult resin-filtering task flawlessly.
The standard Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filter performs its self-cleaning action using a single pneumatic actuator to drive a patented cleaning disc up and down the filtering screen, scraping debris from the screen.
Collected debris is then automatically purged from the collection chamber at the bottom of the filter, without halting production.
The Ronningen-Petter DCF with Twin option performs the same function as the standard DCF but uses two actuators in place of one. This enables the unit to filter tough applications like viscous and/or sticky liquids, high shear materials, sugar-based liquids and quick-drying paints.
Resins are no problem for the DCF with Twin Actuator option.
Finished product filtering was also upgraded by installing a Ronningen-Petter
DCF-1600 in place of the bag filters for final cleaning before product is loaded
into tankers for shipment.
Results:
The upgrades made by installing Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filters at pre-pump, intermediate and finished product filtering stages have provided tremendous improvements in overall resin processing productivity,
filtering quality, waste reduction and maintenance.
By automating the pre-pump filter cleaning process, filter screen cleaning is performed on demand, rather than when product flow becomes severely restricted.
In addition, DCF performs its cleaning cycle without halting production or leaving the pump exposed to contaminants. At the resin filtering or intermediate stage, DCF eliminated the hazardous waste challenges and messy filter changes required by cartridge filters.
DCF installed for finished product filtering eliminated many housekeeping issues. Contaminated bag filters are no longer being transported down the loading platform, because the DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filter drains at ground level.
The mess, time and cost of removing, transporting and disposing of the bag filters is gone forever. DCF has also provided the ability to reuse filter purges
in lower grade product, thereby reducing product loss and increasing product output.
Conclusion:
The success of the Ronningen-Petter DCF Mechanically-Cleaned filter with Twin Actuator option in resin filtering has prompted the plant manager to specify the filter for all new filter installations at the plant.
Because of the proven performance of DCF at this site, three other company facilities have installed DCF 1600 filters for finished product filtering.
Application details:
Filter model: Ronningen-Petter DCF-1600 with Twin Actuator Option
Type of liquid: Resins used in the construction industry
Application: Intermediate filtering of resins
Temperature: 100° F (38° C)
Flow Rate: 90 gpm (20.4 m3/h)
Viscosity: 500-3500 cps (500-3500 cPo)
Particle size and Loading: Small particles and light loading.
--by Ask Filter Man
For questions about industrial filtration, please visit the Ask Filter Man at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp
If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of RPA Process Technologies highly trained Applications Specialists, please contact us at http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp
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Spectral Analysis Software ToolKit Released
Transform/NET Spectral Analysis software gives developers an edge in advanced numerical applications.
BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA (PRWEB) November 5, 2005 -- Windale Technologies has announced the release of Transform/NET 4.0, a mathematical software component for the .NET Framework, which will enable the rapid development of Windows or ASP.NET Web Spectral Analysis applications. The Transform/NET software suite encapsulates sophisticated algorithms in an easy to use software package which includes extensive sample applications with full source code in Visual Basic .NET, Visual C# and VC++ .NET.
Transform/NET is designed specifically to be extremely fast and efficient: the algorithms used in the component have been extensively benchmarked and chosen to ensure the highest speed and reliability.
The component includes Fast Fourier Transforms (Real and Complex, Forward and Inverse), Window functions: Kaiser, Blackman, Hamming, Hanning, Bartlett, Welch, Parzen, Gain, Phase and Magnitude functions to enable fast viewing of FFT outputs.
"In many data intensive applications, there is often a need to obtain the frequency response or spectral characteristics of data. Implementing a Fast Fourier Transform algorithm to give high computational speed can be very difficult and time consuming. Transform/NET solves this problem by packaging all the normally required methods in one easy to use and highly efficient software component" said Dr. Andrew Back, CEO of Windale Technologies. "Transform/NET enables software developers to focus on quickly solving their application maths problems."
By partnering with Windale Technologies, application developers will have a strong competitive advantage in the marketplace. Transform/NET is one of a number of software products on offer from Windale Technologies which provide application developers with the software tools to enable sophisticated mathematical algorithms to be included within almost any Windows application. Transform/NET reduces time-to-market, streamlines costs and increases revenue. Transform/NET is available for immediate purchase online.Transform/NET is priced at $395 per license and $795 for a version with ASP.NET capabilities and a single web server license.
Software Information, ScreenShots and Demos:
http://windale.com/transformnet.php
About Windale Technologies:
Windale Technologies provides math, science and engineering software components for companies developing Windows applications. Windale Technologies’ advanced components enable developers to quickly and efficiently produce applications which perform various types of complex data analysis using sophisticated mathematical algorithms. Recognized by many as providing superior mathematical components, Windale Technologies counts numerous major companies among its many clients. The company is based in Brisbane, Australia. Additional information is available at windale.com.
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November 04, 2005
Trade In Your Old Tungsten Grinder For A New DGP Grinder
Diamond Ground Products, “The Tungsten Electrode Experts” has been the industry leader in tungsten preparation and tungsten electrode grinding since 1990. Now, for a limited time, we will allow you to trade-in your current tungsten grinder from any of our competition toward the purchase of any DGP Model Tungsten grinder.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Newbury Park, CA (PRWEB) November 4, 2005 -- Diamond Ground Products, “The Tungsten Electrode Experts” has been the industry leader in tungsten preparation and tungsten electrode grinding since 1990. Now, for a limited time, we will allow you to trade-in your current tungsten grinder from any of our competition toward the purchase of any DGP Model Tungsten grinder.
Here’s your chance to purchase the grinder you probably wish you had purchased in the first place. Whether a member of our Piranha series of grinders, or our industrial quality DGP models, we will take your trade-in toward the purchase of the most reliable and capable tungsten grinders on the market.
Contact DGP today at 805-498-3837 for a quote on your trade-in!
Diamond Ground Products is dedicated to the improvement of weld quality & welder productivity, and maintains a reputation as the industry leader in tungsten and tungsten preparation. Our ongoing management philosophy is to provide quality product and receptive service that exceeds even the most stringent expectations. Contact DGP today to see how we can help with your current or future welding applications.
For more information, contact:
Jim Elizarraz
Diamond Ground Products
2550 Azurite Circle Newbury Park, CA 91320
Ph: (805) 498-3837
Fax (805) 498-9347
Website: www.diamondground.com
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November 03, 2005
IRON Solutions and eqpower™ Align to Further Extend Customer Market Reach
IRON Solutions now offer sellers the ability to transfer listings to CNH Capital's eqpower.com website.
Fenton, MO (PRWEB) November 2, 2005 -- IRON Solutions (www.IRONSolutions.com), the largest online equipment marketplace and publishers of the Industry Official Guide, announces it will offer sellers the ability to transfer listings to the eqpower.com website operated by CNH Capital America LLC (CNH Capital) to enhance sellers’ Iron Solutions listings.
In addition to the more than 20 million hits each month that customers enjoy on IRONSearch.com, including 400,000 unique visitors, users will be able to easily connect with an additional 7.5 million hits and over 11,000 monthly unique visitors in an auction format. Related sales results will become part of the massive data collection efforts that go into creating the Industry Official Guide.
Scott Derksen, senior vice president of technology and development for IRON Solutions, states, “we see this as a win-win situation for our customers and both companies as the relationship with eqpower connects sellers with another market and augments the reach and quality of the Official Guide. We plan to phase eqpower support into our online and offline tools.”
Tim Biewer, director of asset management at CNH Capital, is also very excited about the alliance. “We are very enthusiastic about the potential to increase listings for our buyers and make it very easy for buyers and sellers to list, appraise, and most importantly, buy or sell equipment on our website.”
About IRON Solutions
IRON Solutions is the leading provider of equipment market intelligence on used agricultural, industrial and outdoor power equipment. The organization helps equipment buyers and sellers agree on the value of equipment. Its solutions include official guides to equipment values, IRON Search, IRON Classifieds, IRON Appraiser, Quote Pro Sales Suite for automating the sales department processes in equipment dealerships, and more. To learn more about IRON Solutions, its products or services, please visit the IRON Solutions website at http://www.ironsolutions.com.
About eqpower
Eqpower.com, operated by CNH Capital, is a leading online marketplace for buyers and sellers of used agricultural and construction equipment. Customers can view listings and bid, acquire and finance the units listed. More than 50,000 units worth over $1 billion have traded hands on eqpower.com. To learn more about the eqpower online marketplace, visit http://www.eqpower.com/.
About CNH Capital
CNH Capital, the financial services business of CNH Global N.V., provides a comprehensive range of services, including wholesale and retail financing, leasing, insurance, asset management, and revolving lines of credit, for the global marketplace. Building on nearly 50 years experience in the equipment finance industry, CNH Capital services a portfolio of more than $13 billion, helping customers through various wholly-owned subsidiaries and joint ventures throughout North America, Latin America, Europe and Australia.
More information about CNH Capital and its products and services can be found at http://www.cnhcapital.com.
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Hydraulic Tools, Inc. Announces Launch of the Company's New Website, HydraulicToolsInc.com
Hydraulic Tools' new website provides economic comparisons between hydraulic and conventional tooling and technical information on individual tools. They offer tooling from Stanley Underwater, Lynx, HiTech USA, Sunex, Fluke, DeWalt and more.
Chesapeake, VA (PRWEB) November 2, 2005 -- Hydraulic Tools' new website, www.hydraulictoolsinc.com, provides economic comparisons between hydraulic and conventional tooling and technical information on individual tools. They offer tooling from Stanley Underwater, Lynx, HiTech USA, Sunex, Fluke, DeWalt and more.
Marketing and education go hand in hand at Hydraulic Tools, Inc. From the beginning, Hydraulic Tools, Inc. (HTI) has been about helping companies improve their profitability through the deployment of tooling that demonstrates superior economics and higher profitability for the user. John "Mac" McGrath, the company's founder, believes that every product HTI carries will have a positive impact on a client's bottom line. HTI takes a "system view" of tooling solutions and finds those devices that increase an operator’s productivity and create competitive advantage.
From the beginning, HTI's leadership has understood the need to educate prospects and clients alike. "It is because of our focus on education that I'm pleased to announce the launch of our new website, http://www.hydraulictoolsinc.com," said the company's founder. "HTI sees an incredible need to educate both clients and prospects in the construction, contracting, maritime recovery and demolition trades in methods available to enhance work crew productivity while decreasing operating and maintenance costs through proper tool selection," stated Mr. McGrath.
"We wanted to create an authoritative resource site that explains to decision makers in our market segments what impact their tooling investment decisions could be having on their bottom lines. We also wanted to make it easy to purchase tooling that we've determined will improve our client's profitability," explained Mac. "This site has been designed to explain the economic value of the tooling offered by HTI and help senior executives realize that employee productivity is the major driver in tooling economics," he added.
Included in the site is information about HTI, the company's vision, mission statement and core beliefs. It introduces the ownership team and HTI's advisory board and provides economic comparisons between hydraulic and conventional tooling. In addition, visitors will find detailed comparisons of tooling economics from initial investment to ongoing operating and maintenance costs. Finally, technical information on individual tools may be easily accessed throughout the site and visitors to the site are provided with an easy means to order any tooling or related accessories during their visit.
“HTI invites you to browse the site at your leisure. Don't forget to answer our poll question when you stop by and we also ask that you recommend any tools you believe should qualify for the "Diamond Standard" designation, regardless of their power system. In addition to great tool values, you will find testimonials from our clients that describe special challenges we’ve helped them solve as well as news articles that will help you solve your own tooling challenges,” stated Mr. McGrath. Comments or questions can be submitted us via the site’s online form, e-mail or phone.
For More Information, Please Contact:
John McGrath
President
Hydraulic Tools, Inc.
Ph: (757) 638-0669
http://www.hydraulictoolsinc.com
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New Reliability Roadmap e-Book Provides Strategies for Enterprise Asset Management
As companies become more aware of the competitive advantage of effective physical asset management, information technology strategy is considered a critical element
Fort Myers, FL (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) October 31, 2005 -- Reliabilityweb.com, a web portal focused on industrial plant and facility maintenance and reliability announced the release of the first Reliability Roadmap e-Book titled “A Strategic View of Enterprise Asset Information Management”.
Terrence O’Hanlon, CMRP, Publisher states, “There are major shifts taking place both in the increased corporate awareness of the need for effective and efficient asset management and in the capabilities of enterprise asset management systems that are part of an integrated suite of enterprise resource planning (ERP) that enterprises use to manage all company activities including finance, human resource and supply chain.
Previously, most enterprises found that specialized “best of breed” applications were a more logical choice to manage asset information because features, functionality and usability were generally superior. Most recently – the gap between integrated suite applications and best of breed is shrinking.
The intersections of these factors were the drivers that caused us to compile a report from several industry experts to examine these issues more carefully.”
Companies deploy investment capital in physical assets in order to generate a positive return for shareholders. Managing physical assets to ensure the best return for the entire life cycle requires instant and accurate information in format that can be valuable to maintenance, operations, accounting and management among others. To be competitive, companies will have to choose a strategy for managing this information.
Contributors included representatives of Oracle, Indus, SPL Worldwide and Ivara in addition to commentary and best practices benchmarking study written by Mr. O’Hanlon.
Printed copies of the Reliability Roadmap will be published for distribution at EAM-2006, The Enterprise Asset Management Summit, held on March 8-10, 2006 in Las Vegas, Nevada. A PDF version is available for immediate download at no cost can be found on the homepage at Reliabilityweb.com at www.reliabilityweb.com
About Reliabilityweb.com:
Reliabilityweb.com (www.reliabilityweb.com) includes a network of maintenance and reliability web sites serving over 55,000 maintenance and reliability professionals from around the world. The site serves as a resource for Maintenance Managers, Reliability Engineers and users of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Systems. Online tutorials, articles, case histories and news items are updated daily.
Contact: Terrence O'Hanlon
Reliabilityweb.com
PO Box 07070
Fort Myers FL 33919 USA
Tel: 888-575-1245 ext 111
Intl Tel: 305-735-3746
http://www.reliabilityweb.com
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KEE Technologies Releases the ZYNX X20 Multi Functional Console - The Next Generation of Complete Precision Agriculture Systems
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, October 30, 2005. KEE Technologies, a leader in the manufacturer of precision agriculture and farming solutions, announced the release of its next generation ZYNX X20 system at the Farm Equipment and Manufacturers Association (FEMA) Convention in Las Vegas today.
Las Vegas, Nevada (PRWEB) October 30, 2005 -- KEE Technologies, a leader in the manufacturer of precision agriculture and farming solutions, announced the release of its next generation ZYNX X20 system at the Farm Equipment and Manufacturers Association (FEMA) Convention in Las Vegas today.
“The success of our current ZYNX range of precision farming solutions has been unprecedented” KEE’s Chief Executive Officer, Les Mann said when he made the announcement. “Today we are releasing the next generation ZYNX solution giving our customers the most robust and the most powerful and the most flexible precision farming solution available.”
The ZYNX X20 complete farming solution provides an advanced precision agriculture system for farmers including: automatic steering; satellite guidance; up to five bin/tank one-pass variable rate seeding/planting applications including granular, liquid and NH3 control; up to 30 auto boom section sprayer control; fertilizer spreading; and harvester control and monitoring. All from a single, rugged, Windows® XP cabin console. The ZYNX X20 also supports the industry standard ISO11783 CANBUS.
“The new X20 has a fantastic super-bright touch-screen that has a screen area that is 70% larger than the X10 and X15 but the actual high impact enclosure is about the same size. Our farmers wanted a larger screen – and we’ve done that. They also wanted a more powerful system – and we’ve also done that. Our customers, who are some of the most advanced and cost efficient farmers in the world wanted a system capable of handling 30 section auto-boom shutoff and 5 layer variable rate mapping with elevation maps and the flexibility to add more and more features.
“The X20 comes standard with the Windows® XP Professional Operating System so it provides the flexibility to add other applications such as wireless networking with other X20s, digital devices and IT systems that are being demanded by our most progressive farmers, more advanced OEMs and agribusiness customers.”
“Real time connection of the in-vehicle console with other digital systems or access through the Internet allowing real time monitoring and control will be a driver to the acceptance for the X20. This connectivity available through the X20 will allow real improvements to the efficient operations by farm managers.” Les Mann said.
Graeme Kennelly, KEE’s Global Marketing Manager, said, “The market has really accepted our products in a big way in the United States and Canada – its great to be able to launch the X20 here at FEMA. Nothing on the market can beat a ZYNX X20 for true multi-tasking. Being able to start with a simple screen based manual guidance system and be able to progressively add applications – without cluttering up the cab is a real bonus. Farmers have told us that with guidance plus auto-steer, variable rate application and mapping is saving them between 20-30 percent on fertilizer and chemicals as well as over 10% on fuel costs. With the current cost of fuel, energy and other farm input costs the ZYNX from KEE Technologies is the only way to go.”
KEE is located in both Alberta and South Dakota and has distributors and OEMs throughout the major farming regions of North America.
KEE Technology contacts for more information:
Jeff Rohlena or Dan Iseminger, South Dakota: 1-866-KEE-USA1
Steve Jones, Alberta: +1 403 340 1118
Graeme Kennelly, Australia: +61 8 8203 3300
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