HAND-HELD PORTABLE MICROSCOPE provides visual inspection of valves

The HandiScope™ hand-held portable microscope provides visual inspection of valves for repair and preventative maintenance. Wearing down of the packing and signs of corrosion can be detected at an early stage enabling the valve  to be replaced during a scheduled downtime. The unit has a video output which allows for real time viewing on a TV or LCD projector. The image can be freeze-framed on the monitor for closer inspection or for discussions with other maintenance personnel. Applications include: wear, corrosion, making sure of correct installation, wiring inspection, training, field service.

Innovative Data Communications

POLYMER BEARINGS for many applications

The iglide® line of polymer plain bearings is available in thirteen material grades and over 3,000 sizes available from stock. Although each iglide® bearing grade addresses specific application parameters, all iglide bearings share certain characteristics. The entire line is self-lubricating, eliminating the need for maintenance. Polymer plain bearings do not corrode and command better vibration dampening characteristics than metal bearings. DryLin® linear bearings are dimensionally interchangeable with linear ball bearings. They are oil-free, self-lubricating and excel in short stroke, high frequency applications as well as in dirty, dusty environments. The igubal® line also offers a corrosion resistant, lightweight and self-lubricating line of spherical, rod end and pillow block bearings. A clevis joint and retraining pin are also available.

igus, inc.

LASER ALIGNMENT SYSTEM provides true centerline measurement

The Boralign Laser Alignment System by Pruftechnik provides true centerline measurement for bore alignments on diesels, compressors, pumps, turbines, bearing and diaphragm alignment requirements. The unit is available as a dedicated instrument or as an add-on application package to the Rotalign Pro Laser Alignment System.

Hyatt Industries Limited

INDUSTRIAL SORBENT cleans up oil and water-based liquids

MRO 555 is a heavyweight, gray dimpled material with a light, spunbond polypropylene bottom layer added for a combination of thickness, strength and high absorbency and is effective in cleaning up oil and water-based liquids. It will tear on the perf line every time, reducing mess and waste. The material comes on a roll, 15" wide and 150' long and is perfed in two directions. It can be used as a pad, a wipe and as a roll and can also be used as a sock: it is scored for even folding and forming into a "sock" to catch leaks and drips.

Sorbent Products Company

SPILL RACK takes up little space

The PIG® Spill Pack (MRO) for cleaning up oils, solvents and other non-aggressive liquids is compact, easy to carry and easy to hang, takes up little space and can be stored anywhere. The package contains enough absorbent PIG® mats and socks to absorb up to 11.4 liters of non-aggressive liquids. The pack also contains nitrile gloves and a large disposal bag for proper disposal of the used absorbents.

New Pig Corporation

MRO PRODUCTS feature innovative container

The new line of Sprayon® Liqui-Sol™ lubricants, cleaners and specialty maintenance products features durable, re-useable spray triggers, eliminating the need for pressurized propellants, so every can is filled with 100% useable product. The adjustable spray trigger allows users to dial in just the right amount of coverage, from fan spray to pin stream. The containers are simple to dispose of or recycle: just remove or reuse the spray trigger and recycle the empty can as scrap metal. Twenty-four different MRO products are now available, including 22 Food Grade items.

Sherwin-Williams Canada Inc.

EPOXY SYSTEM fills crevices up to 18" deep

Fixmaster® Super Grout is an aggregate-filled epoxy system that allows for grouting as deep as 18 inches, including self-leveling applications under rails and sole plates. The epoxy system contains 100 percent solids and is non-shrinking, chemical- and corrosion-resistant. Typical applications include diesel or gas engines, generators, cone crushers, mine hoists, gantry cranes and any areas that require grouting up to 18 inches deep. It is used for installing, leveling and grouting for heavy equipment.

Loctite Corporation

PORTABLE THERMAL IMAGERS fits in palm of hand

The Cyclops PPM+ palm-sized thermal imager uses an uncooled 320 x 240 pixel, long wavelength, focal plane array detector and gives a temperature resolution better than 0.1°C at 30°C. It operates in the 7 to 14 micron waveband. It is suitable for a wide range of electrical, mechanical and building and works management applications within the 0 to 300°C temperature measurement range with accuracy to ±2%. Typical examples include: checking electrical connections and performance of power distribution systems; motors, bearings and couplings; integrity of insulation, blocked pipe work and other thermal faults and hidden defects in buildings such as insulation and roofs.

Land Instruments

INSPECTION SERVICES many types provided

Domson Engineering & Inspection provide many services including visual and nondestructive testing, structural steel inspection during fabrication and erection, inspection and certification of lifting equipment, inspection of plant equipment, design and supply of custom equipment, engineered equipment modification & repair procedures; failure analysis and accident investigation.

Domson Engineering & Inspection

EPOXY GROUT forms mounting pads

Devcon Deep Pour Grout™ is a 100% solids, filled-epoxy compound suitable for forming mounting pads up to 6" deep, rebuilding spalled concrete, setting machine anchor bolts and leveling compressors, generators, large pumps and other machinery. Formulated for high compressive strength (14,600 psi) and low shrinkage, it withstands intense vibration and resists industrial chemicals. Deep Pour Grout™ is easy to mix and pour, self-leveling and bonds readily to metal or concrete. It has a pot life of 40 minutes and a functional cure time of 24 hours at 70°F.

Devcon

STOCK LUBRICATION SYSTEM cuts oil use

The MicroCoat® 780 series lubrication system applies oil to stock and dies more efficiently than pads, rollers and airless sprays. Low maintenance valves use LVLP (Low Volume Low Pressure) air to evenly coat stock or dies with a fine, consistent film of oil. Lubrication can be steady or pulsed up to 300 times per minute, to meet many different application requirements. The system can be used to apply a wide range of low- to high-viscosity lubricants to blank, sheet and coil-fed stock. The compact system is simple to install and operate and includes a MicroCoat 780 valve, valve controller and 1-, 5- or 20-gallon tank.

EFD MicroCoat System Group

CONCRETE OIL STAIN REMOVER cleans at molecular level

Pour-N-Restore® removes oil, grease, transmission and brake fluid, antifreeze and wax stains from concrete and masonry. The cleaner's Micro-Extraction technology captures the stain at the molecular level and pulls it out to be disposed of safely. It both dissolves and captures stains by penetrating deep into masonry where it captures the staining molecules. As it dries, it transforms into an absorbent powder which is swept up after a few hours.

Edgewater Industries

VIBRATION MONITOR features LED read-outs

The VS1 vibration monitor minimizes the risk of catastrophic equipment failure and expensive shutdowns by detecting both under- and over-vibration conditions that could signal trouble. Small and light, it also features exclusive LED indicators that tell operators at a glance if a machine needs attention or preventative maintenance. The VS1 is suitable for safeguarding fans, blowers, crushers, compressors, chillers, mixers, large motors, gearboxes, turbines, conveyors, pumps, blenders, reciprocating engines and vibratory conveyors.

Electro-Sensors, Inc.

INTEGRATED OIL ANALYSIS PROGRAM features chemical aging marker

An Integrated Oil Analysis Program features a proprietary chemical aging marker that pinpoints when to change plant lubricants. It is offered as part of Dow Corning's Molykote® Lubrication Management Program. The oil analysis service tracks the condition of Molykote® brand lubricants based on comparing running oil samples with their original properties. It tells exactly how the lubricants have aged and, given specific application requirements, precisely when to change them. The analysis is structured to test the six key  values of the lubricant, not just wear metals or corrosion.

Dow Corning

ACOUSTIC MACHINERY MONITOR monitors and evaluates sounds

The Acoustic Machinery Monitor monitors and evaluates sounds produced by rotating machinery, non-rotating equipment and processes to detect problems as they develop before they result in failure. The AMM includes a scope module that is capable of providing both data display and recording for evaluation on a personal or laptop computer. In addition, programmable logic controller-based configurations are now available that make time-shared monitoring of multiple microphones simple and practical. The AMM verifies critical equipment and processes, particularly in remote, inaccessible or dangerous locations. It can operate as a stand-alone product or within a supervisory control and data acquisition system.

Intonix Corporation

I.D. FLUORESCENT PAINTS provide extreme visibility

Krylon® Industrial Tough Coat® I.D. Fluorescent paints are suitable for the labeling, coding and marking of all steel substrates. The paints dry to touch in 15 minutes, allowing for "production speed" marking. All colors are bright and vibrant, with a high amount of solids to assure maximum coverage on metal and wood. Applications include the color-coding of sheet metal, steel bars, conduit, safety equipment, electrical equipment, motors, tools, pipelines, ducts, wood, machinery and touch-up.

Sherwin Williams Canada Inc.

TOOL STORAGE SYSTEMS for maintenance personnel

The 60" wide heavy-duty tool storage system features ball bearing drawer slides. The unit has a 13-drawer roller cabinet with 6" x 2" casters that are rated in excess of 2600 lbs. An 8-drawer chest sits on the roller cabinet. Two gas lifts raise the lid when the top is unlocked; drawers automatically lock when the lid is closed. The unit also features a 7-drawer side rider, plus a roomy storage locker for really big tools and equipment.

Lyon Workspace Products

PORTABLE MICROSCOPE inspects and documents fluid film bearing defects

The HandiScope™ hand-held portable microscope inspects  defects found on the inner surface of Fluid Film Bearings. It enables a close-up inspection with 20x50 selectable magnification lens. The video output allows for real time viewing on a TV or LCD projector. Applications include: large steam turbine bearings, crusher and trunion bearings, hydroelectric guide bearings, fan, motor and pump bearings, hydrogen seals.

Innovative Data Communications

DISPOSABLE CLEANING TOWELS cut through industrial grime and residue

Saturated with a powerful cleaning agent, Mold & Metal Wipes remove mold releases, grease, oil, silicone, polishing compounds and much more from almost any surface which dries quickly. They come in a handy tub dispenser which can be placed conveniently at strategic locations throughout a plant. They are also available in  small, single-wipe packets.

Slide Products, Inc.

STRIPER removes stripes and floor coatings

The StripeJet™ removes floor coatings and pavement marking without damaging the underlaying surface. Its rotating water jets are mounted to a compact vehicle with a tight turning radius, for easy maneuvering around loading docks, warehouses, parking lots and other areas. It removes thick or thin films at rates of 300 to 2,000 square feet per hour. Vacuum recovery keeps the water and debris contained and leaves floors dry. The unit has five cleaning head options, from 8 inches to 24 inches, to suit a variety of surfaces, coatings and markings. It connects easily to a NLB ultra-high pressure pump unit and a vacuum truck.

NLB Corporation

INSPECTION PORT KITS for predictive maintenance programs

Inspection Port Kits are designed for use with any guard, new or existing. Available in 50mm and 90mm sizes, the kits can be installed on most guard surfaces in any location to provide visual, strobe and infrared inspection capabilities. They can be used to retrofit existing guards for use with predictive maintenance programs. The kits are made from 16 gauge 304 stainless steel with a powdered coated flat black finish and 6mm alternating slots. They are simply added to the guard inside surface using a metal hole saw and two stainless steel fasteners. The plate can also be manually bent to conform to curved surfaces.

Orange Peel, LLC

CAULKING GUN LOADER allows users to buy in bulk

The Force-Flo caulking gun/cartridge loader permits an operator to pump one pound of material from a five gallon pail to a caulking gun or cartridge in about four strokes. The loader eliminates waste by preventing spillage and contamination as well as skimming-over of opened pails. Force-Flo loaders are ideal for many industrial products including sealants, caulks, adhesives and mastics, whether in single or two-part formulations. Both solvent and non-solvent-based products can be accommodated.

Force-Flo, Inc.

VIBRATION DATA ANALYZER for rotating equipment

The CSI model 2130 RBMconsultant® PRO data collector/vibration analyzer combines fast and easy operation and gathers information quickly. As collection time is reduced, personnel can monitor more plant equipment in the same amount of time. Its dual channel functionality makes it possible to simultaneously gather any two vibration signals, cutting data collection time. The unit features extremely low-noise circuitry, patented PeakVue® technology, accurate measurement of variable speed machinery, in-field alarming and advanced diagnostics. Low-noise circuitry enables the unit to zero in on low-amplitude signals, such as those from an inner race bearing fault.

Emerson Process Management

Canadian Industrial Equipment News May 2003