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January 19, 2006
Toughquip Locates High Quality Work-Ready Construction Equipment
Toughquip embarks upon locating high quality, work-ready equipment for searching customers at no additional cost to the customer.
DALLAS (PRWEB via PR Web Direct) January 19, 2006 -- Toughquip, LLC announces a new, easy-to-use heavy equipment locater service based on customer requirements at no additional cost.
Equipment locating can include high quality, work-ready; backhoes, dozers, excavators, graders, scrapers, loaders, off-highway trucks, paving equipment, compactors, skidders, pipelayers, diesel powered generators, equipment and on-highway truck engines – construction, earthmoving and mining equipment.
Toughquip, publisher of the Caterpillar® Equipment Buyer Information Guide, evaluated more than 100,000 of their website visitors and found that 78%+ were searching for specific equipment. As a result, Toughquip embarks upon locating high quality, work-ready equipment for searching customers at no additional cost to the customer. Searching customers can view a limited number of machines and specifications online www.findconstructionequipment.com/Heavy-Equipment-for-Sale.htm for immediate purchase. Customers will simply email desired requirements to Toughquip. Information should include; equipment make, model, year, number of hours, special attachments etc. Toughquip will review requirements and endeavor to locate the equipment that best fits their needs. Once the equipment has been located Toughquip will forward photos, specifications, condition, special notes and many times TA reports on the specified equipment.
When Toughquip locates the desired equipment, in most cases, the customer can view all areas of the equipment from their office with a Live-Cam. This allows the customers to check the undercarriage, tires, buckets, blades etc. before purchasing. This locating service and Live-Cam availability is offered worldwide.
For searching customers that desire to locate their own equipment Toughquip provides many links to equipment suppliers online. Online linked suppliers include; new equipment, used equipment, new parts, used parts, engines, engine parts, equipment service, equipment finance, equipment attachments, equipment auctions and heavy equipment associations.
The Caterpillar ® Equipment Buyer Information Guide can be viewed at www.toughquip.com and the equipment locator site can be viewed at www.findconstructionequipment.com/Heavy-Equipment-for-Sale.htm .
Caterpillar® is the registered trademark of Caterpillar, Inc. and is used for reference purpose only. Toughquip is not associated with, nor is it a licensed representative of Caterpillar Inc.
CONTACT:
Jeff Moore
Toughquip
820 S. MacArthur Blvd
Suite 105-325
Coppell, TX 75019
PHONE 866-681-4636
International: 972-745-6563
http://www.toughquip.com
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Metalcraft and A2B Tracking Partner to Provide Complete UID Solution
Metalcraft and A2B Tracking have teamed up to assist DoD contractors in becoming UID compliant. Metalcraft provides the permanent UID nameplate and A2B Tracking provides the software program needed to register the information.
MASON CITY, IA (PRWEB) January 19, 2006 -– Metalcraft, a leader in the identification products industry, has partnered with A2B Tracking to provide a complete solution to Department of Defense contractors looking to comply with new government requirements for unique identification of parts.
“Metalcraft and A2B Tracking will offer an excellent package which provides a complete solution for any DoD contractor,” said Steve Doerfler, Metalcraft Vice President of Sales & Marketing. “We are pleased to be working with A2B in assisting contractors with UID compliance.”
“Metalcraft is a key partner in our UID compliance solution,” says A2B President Peter Collins. “We have a great deal of respect for the company, their products and their market position, and we look forward to working together.”
The Unique Item Identification mandate requires items that are valued at greater than $5,000 or requires serialization be uniquely identified with a 2D DataMatrix bar code, and subsequently tracked and reported at key events during their lifecycle. Metalcraft specializes in the production of customized nameplates and labels for harsh environments including UID compliant products. A2B Tracking has developed a UID lifecycle management system which simplifies UID compliance by providing an economical approach to submitting UID data easily and accurately to the WAWF and UID Registry web sites. Metalcraft nameplates and labels working with A2B Tracking’s UID Comply!™ Validator software offers government contractors a comprehensive solution to meet UID identification requirements.
For more information contact Metalcraft’s Customer Service Department at 800-437-5283 or visit www.idplate.com.
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Worldwide Laser Introduces the LP8010 10 Watt Sealed Beam RF Excited Co2 Laser System
Worldwide Laser Services Corporation introduces the LP8010 10 Watt Sealed Beam RF Excited Co2 Laser System. The system is designed for laser marking, laser etching, and laser cutting.
Gilbert, Arizona, (PRWEB) January 19, 2006 -– Worldwide Laser Services Corporation announced today the introduction of the new LP8010, a 10 watt sealed beam RF excited Co2 laser system. The LP8010 10 watt Co2 laser system includes a sealed off RF excited Co2 laser, a galvo head for beam steering, the Worldwide Laser proprietary Zap-IT laser controller software, a mounting rail, a dust cover, and a choice of different focus length final focus optics. Also included in the system is a computer for laser control or the option of a Zap-Alone controller allowing laser operations with no computer.
The LP8010 10 watt Co2 laser system is ideal for laser marking, laser etching, and laser cutting. Worldwide Laser has expert engineers that can couple the LP8010 10 watt Co2 laser system with parts handlers, robotics, assembly lines, vibratory bowls or stand alone completely enclosed laser stations. Standard configurations of the LP8010 laser system are designed for static or stationary laser marking, laser etching or laser cutting. Options exist for ‘on the fly’ or laser marking, laser etching, and laser cutting while the product is moving.
Expected operating lifetime before recharge is 30,000 hours of operations. Therefore, if a plant operates 24/7 for 50 weeks per year then approximately 3.5 years of laser marking or laser cutting is possible before a recharge is required. The LP8010 laser carries a warranty of 24 months on the laser tube.
The new LP8010 Co2 laser system from Worldwide Laser is priced below $15,000.00 for the complete system. Prices for the LP8010 10 watt Co2 laser system drop to below $14,000.00 for purchases of multiple units.
The LP8010 10w Co2 laser system can be viewed on the Worldwide Lasers home page www.wlsc.com. The picture of the LP8010 10w Co2 laser system links to a second page which includes complete system details along with viewable and downloadable installation drawings.
For additional details and information on the LP8010 10w Co2 laser system please contact Worldwide Laser 480.892.8566 option 5 or visit http://www.wlsc.com
About Worldwide Laser
Worldwide Laser was founded in 1986 and the company has evolved into a respected major laser marking systems manufacturer. They have also developed an impressive list of national and international service and parts clients. Worldwide currently has active clients in ten countries on three continents. Worldwide has developed a major service organization for TEA CO2, CWCO2, and ND-YAG based laser marking products. They provide one of the largest inventories of spare parts in North America. Their own products include the LP2000 series of TEA Co2 lasers, the LP9000 series of diode & flash lamp YAG lasers, and the LP8000 series of Co2 lasers. Worldwide Laser has established a major laser marking job shop with TEA CO2, CWCO2, Diode, and flash lamp ND-YAG laser marking systems. For further information call (480) 892-8566 or visit their website http://www.wlsc.com
Other Press Releases by Worldwide Laser
Worldwide Laser Introduce Zap-Alone Laser Controller Option for LP8000 Series of Co2 Laser Systems
Worldwide Laser Introduces the LP2000 Series of TEA Laser Marking Systems
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January 17, 2006
QSI Offers Qlarity™ Objects Allowing Their Graphic Terminals to Communicate with Mitsubishi FX-Brand PLC Controllers
QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, has created a Qlarity™ library of objects to communicate with Mitsubishi FX-brand PLC controllers with serial communication modules. This new object library allows Mitsubishi customers to utilize QSI’s Qlarity family of graphic operator interface terminals. QSI has compiled an application note to assist in configuring the controllers.
Salt Lake City, UT (PRWEB) January 17, 2006 -- QSI Corporation, manufacturer of rugged operator interface and mobile data terminals, has created a Qlarity™ library of objects to communicate with Mitsubishi FX-brand PLC controllers with serial communication modules. This new object library allows Mitsubishi customers to utilize QSI’s Qlarity family of graphic operator interface terminals. QSI has compiled an application note to assist in configuring the controllers. To obtain this documentation and support files, please visit http://www.qsicorp.com/appnotes.html.
“With the new Mitsubishi FX library, a graphical interface for an FX controller can be created in a short period of time using a variety of objects and display options,” said Ron Lloyd, Application Engineer for QSI Corporation. “This is a great enhancement to our product line, benefiting both Mitsubishi FX PLC users and QSI.”
Modules using the FX communication protocol include: FX3U-232-BD, FX2N-232-BD, FX1N-232-BD. QSI’s Qlarity library for the Mitsubishi FX-brand PLCs uses the FX communication protocol commands: Batch Read of Bit Device (BR), Batch Read of Word Device (WR), Batch Write of Bit Device (BW), and Batch Write of Word Device (WR). Once the controller is configured using Mitsubishi’s GX Developer, it can communicate with the serial module using the FX communication protocol.
Qlarity™ (pronounced Clarity) is an object-based terminal programming language used on QSI Corporation’s graphic terminals (QTERM-G55, QTERM-G70, QTERM-G75 and QTERM-Z60). Designing a simple control panel interface or a complete stand-alone application has never been easier. The ability to use pre-defined objects, edit existing objects or author your own objects, provides flexibility to the novice and expert alike. Qlarity Foundry™, a PC-based design tool, provides a Windows® environment for screen creation, application simulation, debugging and downloading to the Qlarity-based terminal. To learn more about Qlarity, visit http://www.qlarity.com. To learn more about QSI’s Qlarity-based graphic terminals, visit http://www.qsicorp.com/qlarity_hardware.html. Graphic images of the QSI’s Qlarity-based terminals can be downloaded from http://images.qsicorp.com.
About QSI Corporation
Established in 1983, QSI Corporation is a manufacturer of rugged handheld, panel-mount and pedestal-mount terminals for industrial OEMs and commercial vehicle systems integrators. QSI’s human machine interface (HMI) and mobile data terminal (MDT) products include character and graphic terminals that are programmable, customizable, CE certified and NEMA 4/12/13 rated. Numerous interfaces are available, including EIA-232, EIA-422, EIA-485, J1708, Ethernet and Power-over-Ethernet. QSI excels at designing and building custom and semi-custom terminals able to withstand high levels of shock, vibration, humidity and other environmental parameters. All QSI Corporation products are manufactured in the USA at the company's headquarters in Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information contact QSI Corporation at 801-466-8770, Fax 801-466-8792, Web www.qsicorp.com or www.qlarity.com.
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January 16, 2006
CaymanContractors.com Officially Launches It's Website and Offers Various Services To The Construction Industry.
CaymanContractors.com Launches It's Website and Offers Services to Construction Industry. The Most Authoritative Domain on the Internet for Cayman's Construction and Contractor Industry. The Cayman Islands first website resource dedicated to helping and regulating the contractor industry in the Cayman Islands is finally here.
(PRWEB) January 16, 2006 -- The Most Authoritative Domain on the Internet for Cayman's Construction and Contractor Industry is launching it's website. CaymanContractors.com is the Cayman Islands first and only website that levels the playing field within the contractor industry. Legitimate and licensed contractors will have the opportunity to showcase current projects and advertise their expertise on this site.
"Numerous contractors have already reported an increase in revenue due to their work being showcased on CaymanContractors.com and with a premium domain name like CaymanContractors.com contractors on this site are sure to get noticed" says CaymanIT.com President.
All contractors in the Cayman Islands will enjoy these value added services as part of the official launch of the website: Overseas suppliers will be now be able to contact Cayman's contractors thorugh services offered by the website said CaymanIT.com President.
"All contractors will now be able to have their own e-mail, especially the smaller contracting companies. They will have various services linking them to the outside world which is something that will level the playing field for the small construction company" commented CaymanITGroup.com President.
All contractors including those listed below , will enjoy the benefits of posting their current projects and work quality on the website.
IT Contractors
Building Contractors
Plumbers
Electricians
Masonry Contractors
LandScaping Contractors
Paving Contractors
Heavy Equipment Contractors
Painting Contractors
Tiling and Interior Decorating Contractors
Architects
Mechanical Engineering Contractors
Roofing and Insulation Contractors
Steel Construction Contractors
All contractors will enjoy the feeling that a "job well done" is now able to be enjoyed by everyone worldwide.
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Mecmesin Moves Up a Weight Division
Mecmesin announces the launch of the MultiTest-i range of twin-column universal testing machines. Controlled by new generation Emperor software, the machines have been specifically designed for quality control testing in manufacturing industry.
Horsham, West Sussex, UK, (PRWEB) January 16, 2006 -- Mecmesin has launched two new computer-controlled, compressive and tensile testing machines for quality control testing in manufacturing industry. In quality control laboratories throughout the world Mecmesin single-column motorised test stands have already established themselves as the basis of cost-effective systems for assessing quality by measuring the response of samples to applied loads.
The introduction of the twin-column MultiTest 10-i and MultiTest 25-i materials testing machines now enables quality professionals to specify affordable, high performance Mecmesin equipment for testing significantly larger specimens to loads of up to 25,000 newtons. The new systems are controlled by Mecmesin’s, recently-enhanced and upgraded, ‘Emperor’ software which has been specifically designed for developing sophisticated procedures and analyses for testing manufactured products, components and materials, in tension or compression.
Both machines are driven by twin, pre-loaded, synchronised ballscrews. Each test frame has been designed to deliver unparalleled stiffness – often vital in high load, low elongation testing applications.
The increased load capacity and a 400mm gap between the columns allows much larger samples to be accommodated. To take full advantage of this increased capacity Mecmesin is also launching a new range of grips and fixtures necessary for such applications.
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Furniss Sewing Celebrates 54th Anniversary with a Grand Sale
Furniss Sewing is conducting a grand sale to celebrate 54 years of flourishing business in the industry. Outstanding quality sewing equipment are now available at discounted prices.
(PRWEB) January 14, 2006 -- To celebrate its 54th year in the business, Furniss Sewing Company, a leading source of superior quality sewing machines, is having an anniversary sale. Outstanding quality and heavy-duty sewing and embroidery machines, steam presses, vacuums, and sergers are now available at rock bottom prices.
Since its establishment in 1951, Furniss Sewing Company has been providing unparalleled service to its clients. Dedicated only to the highest levels of excellence, it carries only world class manufacturers of first rate quality sewing machines.
The wide range of first-rate quality sewing equipment manufactured by Singer that Furniss Sewing Company offers includes computerized sewing machines that are equipped with the most sophisticated features including stitch programs, underplate one-step buttonhole system, and various alphabet, numbers, and buttonholes stitching. These advanced features are guaranteed to facilitate the needlework and embroidery. In addition, these Singer sewing machines are all factory serviced and comes complete with a full factory warranty.
Furniss Sewing Company also offers Janome sewing equipment at a bargain price. The wide selection of discounted items includes the latest collection of sewing and quilting machines. Even limited edition Janome sewing apparatus like the Janome 4618, a solidly constructed machine that features automatic buttonhole system, top loading jam proof bobbin system, and seven piece feed dog, are obtainable at a discounted price. All Janome machines feature the precision of computerized speed control that will provide accurate stitches and superior performance.
Other sewing machine brand manufacturers that the company offers include Simplicity, Necchi, and Riccar.
For more information about Furniss Sewing Company please visit the website at http://www.sew4ever.com.
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January 13, 2006
Electrophysics® Introduces the New Standard in Infrared Imaging for Demanding R&D and Thermography Applications
The New Silver™ high-performance IR camera from Electrophysics boasts remarkable sensitivity, accuracy and ultra-fast frame rates.
Fairfield, NJ (PRWEB) January 13, 2006 -- For infrared applications where accuracy and precision are vital, users can turn to Electrophysics and its high-performance Silver infrared (IR) cameras. The ultimate solution for all thermography related applications, including R&D, NDT, target signature analysis and medical research, the Silver is designed specifically to meet the needs of the most demanding users of IR technology. Combining unmatched speed and sensitivity in a sleek, modern design, Electrophysics is proud to showcase the Silver at this year’s 2006 Photonics West expo.
The Silver utilizes an ultra-sensitive, 320x256 InSb focal plane array sensor that offers users sensitivity better than 20mK, while keeping an extraordinary dynamic range and high linearity across the 3 to 5μm mid-wave spectral range. The Silver incorporates an integral 25mm lens, featuring motorized focus and optional extenders that provide the application specific field of view and target geometry. The Silver also features low noise 14-bit digital electronics and user performed calibration, providing fully-radiometric IR imagery at any selected integration setting.
”When dealing with demanding infrared applications, users should never bargain with performance or precision, said Chris Alicandro, Director of Sales-Infrared Products for Electrophysics. “Offering features commonly associated with higher price point systems, the Silver boasts an impressive price to performance ratio that brings together the speed and accuracy, and more importantly, the reliability that users can depend on, all in an affordable package,” concluded Alicandro.
Users can also take advantage of the Silver’s ultra-fast frame rate. Electrophysics offers two Silver models, which have full format programmable frame rates, ranging from 1hz to 100hz for the Silver 420M and 1hz to 400hz for the Silver 450M. Both models also offer user-friendly and flexible sub-windowing modes, which are adjustable in 1 μs increments. In 80x64 sub-window format, users can capture infrared images at up to 1,000hz with the Silver 420M and up to 20,000hz with the Silver 450M. The Silver IR camera can also incorporate an optional internal filter wheel that accepts up to four separate 25mm OD x1mm filters for viewing sub-spectral ranges. Like all Electrophysics imaging solutions, the Silver is backed by Electrophysics’ knowledgeable and dedicated customer service support staff.
Headquartered in Fairfield, New Jersey, Electrophysics develops advanced near infrared, night vision and thermal imaging 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.
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January 12, 2006
Paper Industry Pilot Coater Optimized with Ronningen-Petter DCF Self-Cleaning Filtration System--A Real World Documented Case Study
Two Ronningen-Petter Disc Cleaning Filter (DCF) stations help contract paper-coating R&D line increase capabilities, flexibility, and ease maintenance.
(PRWEB) January 12, 2006 -- SITUATION: When a new contract paper-coating pilot plant opened recently, it sought to enhance operational capability, flexibility, and maintenance to better approximate production runs for paper mills and converters who were looking to improved their current products, develop new products, or try new coating methods/equipment.
The coating plant (along with its sister plants) is a strategic R&D resource for the paper and printing industries. Ninety percent of the plants activities -- including coating, papermaking, printing, and recycling -- support their operating budget through contract services within the paper and printing industries.
Because of the variety of coatings and papers involved, proper process filtering of the type found in the actual paper mills was a critical part of enhancing the coating plant's operational capability, flexibility, and maintenance. This would better approximate production runs for paper mills and paper suppliers, and would result in more efficient production and better margins for them.
The coating plant turned to Ronningen-Petter (RPA Process Technologies) for an effective process filtration solution.
After the engineers at RPA reviewed the filtration process, they notice that the coating plant had different flow rate needs depending on the setup configuration of the coater.
Taking into consideration that sometimes one coating would be used, and other times two different coatings would be used, the pilot plant ended up with an automatic filtering system that is used in mill metering size press installations and applications where similar setup needs exist.
SOLUTION:
Two Ronningen-Petter Disc Cleaning Filter (DCF) stations now share the same drain lines and inlet-outlet headers at the coating pilot plant, and are located between the run tanks and the coater.
The beauty of this type of set-up is that if the company needs to use one DCF station for one coating -- and the second station for another -- they close the two butterfly valves installed in the headers that separate the stations.
They can then open these valves when they need both stations for single high-flow rate applications. This allows the filter to act like two filters, and saves the expense of two control systems and piping.
HOW IT WORKS:
With the DCF self-cleaning filter, coatings enter the top inlet of the filter housing and passes through the screen. The screen holds any particles over 75 microns, while cleaning coating 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, and it regularly purged from the housing via a valve at the bottom of the chamber.
RESULTS:
The coating company monitors the DCF filter's differential pressure to see if the cleaning system is being over tasked by a high debris level in the coating.
The good news is that they have not found a coating or dirty base stock it could not handle.
The differential pressure remains steady. Its ability to remove air from a coating is also a great asset for run ability, especially when we are operating the short dwell applicators.
The best part is that the filter is very easy to clean, and they have not found it necessary to open it to remove coating. They simply flush the system with water and have no compatibility problems. This is yet another example where a Ronningen-Petter filter has exceeded our customer's expectations!
--by Ask Filter Man
For questions about industrial filtration, please visit the Ask Filter Man forum at http://www.rpaprocess.com/Ask-Filter-Man-Blog.asp.
If you would like to discuss this filtration solution with one of our highly trained Applications Specialists at http://www.rpaprocess.com/ContactUs/Contact-Us.asp.
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DeFusco Industrial Supply Releasing Third How-to DVD on Fabricating Granite
DeFusco Industrial Supply Releasing Third How-to DVD on Fabricating Granite. This is the 3rd video in a a series of 3 videos. The new video is "Fabricating Stone - Glues and Sealers".
(PRWEB) January 12, 2006 -- DeFusco Industrial Supply, one of the only companies in the world to release DVDs on fabricating granite, will be releasing their much awaited third video titled “Glues and Sealers” at the beginning of February. Mark DeFusco has had great success in sales of the previous videos titled “Fabricating Stone – Profiling and Polishing” and “Fabricating Stone – The Undermount Sink”.
DeFusco customers have only great things to say about the videos.
“These videos are a must buy. Not only does he explain step by step but also explains why you are doing the steps. This company replied and took my phone calls promptly to answer any other questions I had. I recommend these 2 videos and highly recommend doing business with this company.” - Joe Guzman
Stay on the lookout for their new video. It’s a “must buy”!
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January 11, 2006
New Book Reveals Proactive Methods for Measuring and Managing Corporate Exposure to Risk
The Maintenance Scorecard, ISBN 0831131810 (Published by Industrial Press), reveals methods for proactive measurement of the likelihood of safety, environmental or operational incidents, through failures of physical assets.
(PRWEB) January 16, 2006 -- In the wake of the Hatfield disaster court case in the UK, the passage of bill C-45 into applicable law in Canada, rafts of legislation in the USA senate regarding the reliability of the energy industry, and the recent lawsuit against Disneyland following an incident there, risk has never been more at the forefront of the those who own and manage physical assets. Particularly given trends towards individual accountability as well as corporate accountability.
The new book The Maintenance Scorecard, ISBN 0831131810, looks at the area of asset management in layman’s terms as a center for the mitigation of corporate risk exposure.
In particular it looks at the risk of safety, environmental and operational failures of physical assets.
Aimed at assisting asset-centric organizations to extract greater economic value from their physical asset base, this book details several aspects of risk measurement, and recognizes the unique responsibilities that physical asset managers have with respect to managing risk of a safety incident, or of a breach of environmental standards or legislation.
It starts with an overview of what risk is, and how organizations can manage risk in a cost effective manner, taking care to discuss various asset-centric business sectors. Form this point it goes on to discuss how to build the asset management structure to manage this risk, the impact of daily maintenance and operations activities (normally overlooked or seen as efficiency areas only) and then goes on to detail a new approach to measuring risk in a proactive, rather than reactive sense.
Today, many industrial organizations use only measures such as incident rate metrics, frequency of near misses and other such measures. However, as the book points out, these measures are after the event. By the time it shows up on the management dashboard it is far too late.
For this reason measurement of risk is associated with the asset management interventions that are put into place to ensure that risk is managed to a controllable level. Via this method asset managers can ensure that their physical assets are being managed in a way that supports the tolerable risk envelope that they have decided to work within. Furthermore, they are able to see when they are currently facing higher levels of risk based upon the day-to-day activities that normally go unnoticed.
When properly applied The Maintenance Scorecard is a revolutionary way for a company to view its physical asset base and its management. It changes the focus on the area from one of neccesity, to an approach that develops it as a centre for generating strategic advantages. .
Daryl Mather is a specialist in asset management, risk and reliability.
This article is based on his new book “The Maintenance Scorecard” ISBN: 0831131810. He currently assists selected companies to achieve strategic advantages.
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Sunrise Equipment newest distributor for Pitman Utility Products
Sunrise Equipment Company, LLC is proud to announce that they are the new distributor for Pitman Utility Products, bringing the added value of high quality equipment and experienced, responsive support to customers.
Canton, OH (PRWEB) January 11, 2006 -- Sunrise Equipment Company, LLC is proud to announce that they are the new distributor for Pitman Utility Products, bringing the added value of high quality equipment and experienced, responsive support to customers in Ohio and Michigan. Whether you’re purchasing, renting, buying parts or having your equipment serviced, Sunrise Equipment Company is your one stop shop for Pitman products.
The Sunrise Equipment Company is a fourth generation family owned business dating back to 1910. Since 1967 Sunrise has been a leader in utility, forestry, municipal and contractor's equipment. They have a reputation for providing the industry’s best product service and support. Now coupled with quality Pitman digger derricks and cranes, Sunrise Equipment Company is uniquely qualified to meet all of your utility equipment needs.
Sunrise Equipment Company COO Keith Joseph adds, “We are extremely excited about our new partnership with Pitman Utility Products. We simp1y love the quality and potential of this product line. As we focus on the utility companies, municipa1ities and co operatives in Ohio and Michigan. We look to partner with our existing customer base as well as many new customers. Since we already have a strong presence in the aerial bucket and digger derrick market, it is the perfect fit to add Pitman Utility to our product line -- the best qua1ity and longest lasting digger derricks on the market.”
Sunrise Equipment is a national distributor of new and used utility and forestry equipment. Sunrise’s vast inventory allows customers to always find something that will meet their needs. Sunrise Equipment’s inventory and new product lines are completely online; to view details and photos of their equipment simply visit them at: http://www.sunriseequipment.com or call Sunrise at : 1-800-325-9336.
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January 10, 2006
New 700 Series Conveyor Flange Adapter
More Reliable Worm Gear Product for Material Handling Conveyors
January 10, 2006 — Quincy, Mass. — Boston Gear announces the release of an innovative new 700 Series Conveyor Flange Adapter (CFA), which is specifically designed for increased control and lower maintenance costs on material handling conveyors. The CFA700 is a direct-mount worm gear speed reducer that provides better value for a drive train and streamlines equipment design.
“This is an exciting new product that solves material handlers’ problems on the line,” said Ralph Whitley, Director of Engineering. “The CFA700 Series is going to become the workhorse at many material handling facilities because it is easy to install, easy to maintain, and more reliable than traditional chain-drive systems.”
CFA700 is a revolutionary new product that replaces the costly and heavy chain drive that is mounted on many material handling conveyors. This versatile and flexible system costs less to operate, since there are fewer moving parts than traditional chain and sprocket drives. Plus maintenance is virtually eliminated, which provides long-term value.
CFA700 is easy to specify and to install. The adapter is interchangeable with standard two- and four-bolt mounted bearings and it attaches to existing side rails, so costly conveyor redesign is not required.
Benefits of installing CFA include: The rubber mounting pads and bushing limit vibration and noise, improving conditions. The bright-orange OSHA standard end cap cover increases operator safety by limiting their exposure to moving parts in the aisle.
Finally, the CFA700 contains the recently patented PosiVent® Pressure Equalization System, which eliminates the need for conventional pressure vents. It ships factory-filled with synthetic lubricant, and it is lubed for life, so no time-consuming oil changes are required.
Patent is pending on the CFA700 Series. Because the system is so new and innovative, a number of educational items are available. Interested parties can request copies of the following from the Boston Gear sales team as well as by contacting 888-999-9860.
€ CFA Computer Animation CD (2 min.) (P-1605-BG-CD)
€ CFA700 Series Installation Video (8 min.) (P-1606-BG-DVD)
€ Product Solutions: CFA700 for Material Handling OEMs Flyer (P-1512-BG)
€ You Do the Math Flyer (P-1513-BG)
For additional information on CFA and other Boston Gear products, visit the company’s award-winning web site at
Headquartered in Quincy, Mass., Boston Gear is a global supplier of enclosed gear drives and open gearing, electrical and mechanical power transmission components to original equipment manufacturers and industrial distribution. Boston Gear, a division of Altra Industrial Motion, is a world-class marketing and manufacturing leader with hundreds of years of industrial manufacturing experience.
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Online Users Can Now Buy, Sell and Trade Power Tools on Newly Launched 2buytools.com
Every tool in the garage, from air tools to welding equipment can now be bought, traded and sold on the new 2buytools.com, bringing to “tool time” a whole new meaning.
Dallas, TX (PRWEB) January 10, 2006 -- Midav Enterprises announces its newest addition, www.2buytools.com, a one-stop location to buy, sell or trade a wide array of power tools for both work and hobby.
2buytools.com,launched to provide tool users a better way to outfit and update their tool kits, now offers breakthrough technology that enables them to acquire the power tools the need in their line of work or may use everyday for hobbies and projects. Online users can find everything they may need and want from a diverse selection of categories including leading brands, makes and models in Tool Accessories, Air Tools, Automotive Tools, Cordless Tools, Handheld tools, Jobsite and Storage tools, Outdoor Equipment, Power Tools and Welding Equipment.
Michael Davis, president of Midav Enterprises, 2buytools.com’s parent company, states, “We wanted to bring an E-commerce site to the market in a way that provided tool users an economical way to purchase and sell the tools that they need and use so often in order to be productive both on and off the job. We also know that many of us have garages full of tools we may have bought just for one purpose and now don’t need anymore. We wanted to provide away to offload some of those tools, so we incorporated a sell and trade function into the site as well.”
2buytools.com provides a wide range of choices in tool types and brands while having the ability to offer thousands of them at great prices. Not to mention, the same great service and selection often seen at brick and mortar stores can be experienced in an online store.
Don’t be fooled into thinking that Midav.com just offers a tool site. Midav.com brings the world of Internet users unparalleled shopping, travel and business services, a never-ending selection of merchandise at discount pricing and a wealth of information on many topics such as Investing to Health and Fitness.
Midav Enterprises owns and operates Bigado.com, Biganet.com, BigEnable.com, Big-Markets.com and TheInfoSource.com with 140 domains wholly owned and operated by Midav. Along with approximately 2500 affiliate websites, visitors can take a peek at the latest in watches and jewelry at www.watchesandjewels.com, book a relaxing vacation at a fraction of normal rates with www.travelsource.net, grab a deal on software and hardware at www.computers-source.c.com or even buy sell or trade top names tools and hardware atwww.2buytools.com.
For more information or to become a part of the network, log onto, www.midav.com or call 817-917-0219.
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January 09, 2006
EnerMax Inc. Celebrates Record Gains Again for 2005
Dallas / Fort Worth independent oil and gas company continues record growth for fifth straight year.
Hurst, TX (PRWEB) January 9, 2006 -- Bret Boteler, President of EnerMax Inc. (http://www.enermaxinc.com), announced the company’s year-end totals to his staff as they celebrated the holiday season at the Reata in Sundance Square. It was another record year as Mr. Boteler announced an impressive 61.8% increase in gross revenues from the previous year. This marked the fourth straight year of 50%+ gains for the company.
EnerMax Inc. is headquartered in Hurst, Texas, the heart of the DFW Metroplex. Boteler began the company in his home office in 2001 and drilled two wells the first year. EnerMax moved into an office building in 2002 when Boteler brought in additional staff. His company drilled 12 wells in 2005 and is adding several thousand square feet of office space this year to accommodate their needs.
When asked why EnerMax has seen so much consistent growth, Bret replied, “I would have to say that our consistent growth is due to a continual flow of high quality prospects that have generated successful outcomes. It’s certainly something to be excited about. We’re in line again this year to meet or exceed the same percentage growth that we had in 2005.”
For additional information on EnerMax Inc., visit http://www.enermaxinc.com.
About EnerMax Inc.:
EnerMax Inc. (http://www.enermaxinc.com) is an independent oil and gas company specializing in the exploration and development of proven reserves along the Texas / Louisiana Gulf Coast.
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U.S. Power Tools Market to Surge Past $11 Billion by 2010
The U.S. Market for Power Tools , a new report from Specialists in Business Information, analyzes strategies to boost growth and profit margins in this $8.6 billion industry. This updated report analyses and explores the past, present, and projected sales of electric, battery-powered, hydraulic, pneumatic, other power hand tools and accessories.
New York (PRWEB) January 7, 2006 -- Bolstered by a booming construction industry and America’s fascination with Do-It-Yourself home improvement projects, the power tools market is expected to continue it’s current growth spurt well into the next decade, with sales projected to surpass $11 billion by 2010, according to The U.S. Market for Power Tools, a new report from market research publisher Specialists in Business Information (SBI), a division of MarketResearch.com.
With sales topping $8.6 billion in 2005, SBI projects the market for saws, sanders, drills, planers, routers, and other power tools will grow at a compounded annual growth rate of 5.1% over the next five years. The market has been led by strong sales of electric saws and pneumatic hand-nailers, but future growth will depend on the success of the cordless power tools segment, a favorite in both the DIY and professional sectors.
Market-wide design and power source innovations—such as improved dust collection, laser-enabled products, ergonomic enhancements, the inclusion of lithium-ion batteries, and re-designs allowing multiple tools to share the same battery source—are also helping to invigorate the market.
“Marketers have really hit a home run by increasing the versatility and power of battery sources in the cordless segment and focusing on high-tech anti-theft technologies, which is proving very popular in the professional market, where theft is a big issue,” said Don Montuori, the publisher of SBI. “In addition, with heavy imports of high-quality, low-cost tools making them very affordable for the average homeowner, as well as increased exposure through ad spends and home improvement television, power tools have an exceptionally positive self image that makes them irresistible to even the most timid of consumers.”
Containing comprehensive data on U.S. shipments, imports and exports, end-use markets, purchaser demographics, and the competitive environment, The U.S. Market for Power Tools identifies key issues and trends affecting the marketplace, and profiles major marketers along with manufacturer and retailer. Priced at $3,000, this report can be purchased directly from SBI by clicking: http://www.marketresearch.com/product/display.asp?xs=r&productid=1187418. It is also available at MarketResearch.com.
About Specialists in Business Information
Specialists in Business Information (SBI), a division of MarketResearch.com, publishes research reports in the industrial, construction, materials, and consumer goods markets. For more information visit http://www.marketresearch.com/vendors/viewvendor.asp?SID=89381101-333751516-381123633&VendorID=775, or contact Tom Ehart at 240-747-3014.
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January 06, 2006
Why Cleanable Media for Industrial Filter Processes is More Environmentally Friendly
Due to the new environmental regulations -- and the costs associated with waste disposal -- the manner in which industries filter to either recycle or eliminate filtration waste will change significantly over the next five years. The question whether to use cleanable media rather than disposable media is treading in to the environmental forum, and with good cause.
(PRWEB) January 6, 2006 -- Due to the new environmental regulations -- and the costs associated with waste disposal -- the manner in which industries filter to either recycle or eliminate filtration waste will change significantly over the next five years.
Selecting filtration equipment is the combined result of many considerations.
In addition to removing undesirable material from a liquid stream, the filtration method selected must also satisfy other requirement.
Installed costs must be weighed against operating costs. Waste disposal costs must be considered. Is continuous flow a requirement of the application, or can the filtration equipment be operated intermittently? Is worker exposure to the process liquid during filter cleaning or replacement a problem?
These and other factors must be weighed when choosing the right filtration method for a particular application.
Today, more than ever, self-cleaning filters (cleanable media) is the better methodology -- and many times the right thing to do -- for many reasons.
With cleanable systems, you enhance employee safety by minimizing worker and workplace exposure to process liquids.
You minimize or eliminate the unlimited cost and inconvenience of media replacement.
You minimize or eliminate the never-ending and ever-rising cost and hassle of media disposal.
You drastically reduce the labor costs to source, purchase, inventory, transport, change, and dispose of replacement media.
You increase the quality and consistence of filter performance and productivity.
To help reduce the confusion when you are evaluating different filtration methods/systems, I have compiled a list of questions you may want to consider:
Factors to Consider:
When selecting a filter for a particular application, the following criteria should be considered.
1. How large is the process volume? What is the flow rate?
2. Is it a continuous or batch process?
3. What are the material characteristics of the solids being removed? How large are the particles? Is the material hazardous? Can the material being removed be recycled back into the process stream at another point?
4. What are the waste disposal costs? How often do bags or cartridges need to be replaced? Can the waste volume be reduced or eliminated by switching to a different filtration method?
5. What are the labor and downtime costs for filter or cartridge replacement? Can downtime be reduced or eliminated by switching to a different filtration method?
-- by Ask Filter Man
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January 05, 2006
Burkhalter Engineers Biggest Freight Transfer at Kentucky Port
Successful barge offload and heavy haul delivery of JIER mechanical presses to DANA Corporation by Burkhalter Rigging adds significant economic potential to the Eddyville River and Industrial Port Authority.
Columbus, MS (PRWEB) January 5, 2006 -- Burkhalter Rigging, Inc. (http://www.burkhalter.net), the award-winning specialized lift, rigging, and transport professionals who engineer solutions with a major emphasis on safety for heavy industry announce the successful barge offload and heavy haul delivery of JIER mechanical presses to the Hopkinsville auto parts plant of DANA Corporation. An impressive heavy haul, lift, and transport achievement that adds significant economic potential to Eddyville River and Industrial Port Authority.
“This is first time that anything of this magnitude (heavy and large) has come through here,” says Jay Hunt, operations manager for the Eddyville River and Industrial Port Authority. “By being new to us, we really didn’t know what to expect. We were somewhat concerned about how something so big would be brought off the water onto the bank. I was pleasantly surprised by how efficient and smooth Burkhalter made the transfer. We now have high expectations for more heavy-equipment to be offloaded at the Eddyville port.”
Burkhalter Rigging will deliver four presses in all — two that weigh 2,500 tons each, and two that weigh 1,000 tons each. Burkhalter Rigging was chosen by Toledo Press Company to transport and millwright the four metal-stamping presses manufactured by the JIER Mechanical Press Company. The stamping-press components were offloaded from a barge by a self-propelled Goldhofer trailer. Transportation overland was by a Goldhofer, 16-line, 1 1/2 wide, multi-axle hydraulic platform/trailer.
“Our specialized heavy lift, rigging, and haul services often create business and economic advantages that are long-lasting and considerable,” says Delynn Burkhalter, CEO and president of Burkhalter Rigging, Inc. “I am confident that bringing such a heavy cargo through the Eddyville port facility was once thought impossible. Fortunately, we knew that our specialized equipment and engineering would make the port a strategic alternative to a lengthy and expensive overland route. Plain and simple, Burkhalter Rigging lowers costs and speeds deliveries by doing the seemingly impossible—safely.”
According to Barry West, DANA Corporation’s project manager, the presses will stamp frame components for the new model year of Toyota Sequoia, a sport utility vehicle, and Toyota Tundra trucks.
About DANA Corporation
Dana Corporation designs and manufactures products for every major vehicle producer in the world. Dana is focused on being an essential partner to automotive, commercial, and off-highway vehicle customers who collectively produce more than 60 million vehicles every year.
About Toledo Press Company and JIER Machine-Tool Group Company, LTD
Toledo Press Company of Toledo, Ohio is the exclusive distributor of JIER mechanical presses.
Founded in 1937, JIER Machine-Tool Group Company employs 4,900 employees at its 1.01 million sq. meters manufacturing plant in Jinan, Shandong Province, P.R. China. JIER is one of the largest & leading heavy-duty press and CNC milling machine-tool makers. Its products are exported to 50 countries and regions worldwide.
About Burkhalter Rigging, Inc.
For more than 30 years, Burkhalter Rigging has provided heavy industry with a full range of multimodal capabilities including barge, rail and heavy-haul highway transport. Burkhalter’s extensive capabilities and specialized gantry systems, strand jacks, and lift frames make it a significant leader in the industry. Difficult, heavy, and large lifts are made possible because Burkhalter engineers use time-proven methods and the latest computer modelling to support expert craftsmen who regularly exceed the company’s exacting standards of precision and safety.
For the fifth-year running, Burkhalter has won a Step Platinum Award, the highest national honor for safety by the Associated Builders and Contractors. Burkhalter safely engineers every aspect of lifts, rigging, and specialized transport. Every maneuver is procedurally designed, planned, and executed by a team of engineers, superintendents, and project managers in accordance with Burkhalter’s ISO 9001:2000 Quality System. Telephone: (662) 327-7711.
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Plastic Concepts & Innovations, LLC Work Wins Automotive Award
Plastic Concepts & Innovations LLC (PCI) provided the thermoforming consulting services for design, tooling and production resulting in Meridian Automotive Systems winning the Automotive Award at the 15th Annual 2005 US SPE Thermoforming Division Annual Conference held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
(PRWEB) January 5, 2006 -- Plastic Concepts & Innovations LLC (PCI) provided the thermoforming consulting services for design, tooling and production resulting in Meridian Automotive Systems winning the Automotive Award at the 15th Annual 2005 US SPE Thermoforming Division Annual Conference held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
The award acknowledged and honored from the development and production of the first full fascia manufactured for an OEM vehicle program using a thermoformed Class A paint film/TPO laminate. The process is revolutionary because it eliminates the need for injection molding and painting. “PCI is thrilled to have played such an integral role in this project and will continue to focus our efforts on other innovations that will inspire and grow the thermoforming industry,” said James (Jay) M. Waddell, Managing Partner for PCI. The front bumper fascia (cover) is commonly used as a decorative covering that conceals the structural steel bumper beam of most passenger vehicles and light trucks.
PCI has a history of developing groundbreaking innovations in thermoforming. 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 consulting group in the field of heavy-gauge thermoforming, The company is also an expert in the development of Class A finish TPO components for the Automotive, Recreational Vehicle and Marine Industries.
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January 03, 2006
Worldwide Laser Introduces the LP2000 Series of TEA Laser Marking Systems
Worldwide Laser Services Corporation introduces the LP2000 series of TEA laser marking systems which utilizes a mask for laser etching and laser marking.
Gilbert, AZ (PRWEB) January 3, 2006 -- Worldwide Laser Services Corporation today announced the introduction of the LP2000 series of TEA laser marking systems. The TEA laser system utilizes a mask for laser etching and laser marking. Worldwide Laser manufactures the LP2000 a spark gap driven TEA mask Co2 laser, the LP2500 a ceramic thryatron Co2 TEA laser, and the LP3000 with a water tight metal vessel & ceramic thryatron.
The LP2000 series of TEA mask Co2 lasers come in several configurations from Standard System (SS) to High Speed (HS) and Very High Speed (VHS). They are capable of laser marking or laser etching up to 90,000 parts per hour. The LP2000 series of lasers are generally air cooled but for higher speed operations they are water cooled. The power ranges from 1.9 joules to 5.0 joules depending on the model and configuration. The lasers require an external gas bottle and are ‘flow through’ so that the laser gas mix is consumed. The LP2000 series of laser has a refined and redesigned gas flow system which makes the laser gas consumption of the LP2000 series of TEA Co2 lasers the lowest in the industry.
The LP2000 series of TEA Co2 lasers are not controlled by computers therefore they require operator intervention to change the mask for the laser mark or for the laser etch to be changed. However the TEA Co2 lasers which are pulsed have extremely high peak power. Therefore, they can laser mark or laser etch many materials that sealed beam RF excited Co2 lasers are unable to mark or etch.
Worldwide Laser has been manufacturing, rebuilding, & maintaining TEA Co2 mask lasers for over 20 years. Worldwide Laser is the industry leading experts for TEA Co2 laser marking systems. Worldwide Laser also has the complete range of spare parts and optics for the Lumonics series of TEA Co2 laser from 920 to 960.
For information or a quote on the LP2000 series of TEA Co2 laser marking and laser etching systems, parts for the Lumonics series of Co2 TEA lasers, or a refurbished 940, 960, or 960 SSM TEA Co2 laser just call Worldwide Laser at 1-480-892-8566 option 5 or visit their website http://www.wlsc.com
About Worldwide Laser
Worldwide Laser was founded in 1986 and the company has evolved into a respected major laser marking systems manufacturer. They have also developed an impressive list of national and international service and parts clients. Worldwide currently has active clients in ten countries on three continents. Worldwide has developed a major service organization for TEA CO2, CWCO2, and ND-YAG based laser marking products. They provide one of the largest inventories of spare parts in North America. Their own products include the LP2000 series of TEA Co2 lasers, the LP9000 series of diode & flash lamp YAG lasers, and the LP8000 series of Co2 lasers. Worldwide Laser has established a major laser marking job shop with TEA CO2, CWCO2, Diode, and flash lamp ND-YAG laser marking systems. For further information call (480) 892-8566 or visit their website http://www.wlsc.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) January 2, 2006 --
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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