Plant Maintenance Profiles

LUBRICANT PRODUCT LINE
for plastics processing industry

pm 2003/1126Petro-Canada has launched a line of lubricants tailored to the needs of plastics processors. The product line includes HYDREX hydraulic fluids, CALFLO AF heat transfer fluid, ULTIMA gear oils, PRECISION greases and a wide selection of compressor fluids. They are formulated for use in a variety of plastic processing applications including injection moulding, extrusion, blow moulding, thermoforming and lamination. These lubricants are designed to keep up with increasingly demanding operating conditions, including the extreme heat and extreme pressure experienced in the plastics processing industry.

Petro-Canada


pm 2003/1127MINI INFRA-RED THERMOMETER
with 12:1 distance to target ratio

 Extech's new high temperature InfraRed (IR) thermometer, model 42540, measures from ­50 to 760°C with 0.1° resolution. A built-in laser pointer identifies the area to be measured. The 12:1 distance to target ratio allows the thermometer to measure smaller surface areas at a greater distance. The large LCD is backlit so that readings can be taken at night or in areas with low light levels. Automatic Data Hold freezes the display and there are audible and visible overrange indicators. Fixed emissivity (0.95) covers 90% of the surface temperature applications. The thermometer is easily carried around and always handy for quick and easy temperature checks.

Extech Instruments


pm 2003/1130EXTRACTION ARMS
feature hygienic design

The new Nederman NEX system is based upon easy-to-use extraction arms used in everyday work. The NEX D and DX arms -- also available in heavy duty and 316 ss classes -- are supplied with a hygienic hose (NEX D) and special EX/EE approved hygienic hose (NEX DX). Its features include: stainless hood, antistatic/hygienic hose, acid proof, explosion proof, no maintenance and a three-year warranty.

Nederman


LINEAR BEARING
features new design that increases load capacity

pm 2003/1128The new generation of Dry Line® R linear bearing showcases a change in design of its glide pads and axial fastener, resulting in longer lifespan, higher precision and increased load capacity. The maintenance-free, dry-running, linear technology behind DryLin R makes it an ideal substitute for traditional ball bearings, especially in harsh, debris-infested or water-based environments. By changing the design of the glide pads from curved to flat, igus has reduced the clearance between liner and shaft by 50 percent. The contact area is increased to 80 percent, thereby improving the over  all load capacity of the bearing.

igus, inc.


OIL RECOVERY SYSTEM
works unattended 24/7

pm 2003/1129The Model 6V oil recovery system removes animal, vegetable and petroleum-based oils, fats and greases and oily wastes that float on the surface of water. The system works unattended 24/7, with non-clogging components that ensure long-term performance with limited maintenance. The unit removes as much as 100 gallons of waste oil per hour and decants it into a drum -- so efficiently that the recovered waste oil is virtually water free.

Oil Skimmers, Inc.


THREAD TREATMENT TECHNOLOGY
in semi-solid stick form

Loctite® Thread Treatment Sticks -- a line of threadlocking, thread sealing and anti-seize products in semi-solid form -- are designed to simplify and pm 2003/1132 improve industrial maintenance programs. They will not leak or drip and can be easily carried in a pocket or stored in a toolbox. With easy-to-identify colour-coded caps, the sticks offer greater flexibility in overhead or hard-to-reach applications, on components that cannot be moved and for penetrating bolts. Included in the line are: Loctite® 248 medium strength blue threadlocker, Loctite® 268 high strength red threadlocker, Loctite® 561 PST® pipe sealant with PTFE, Loctite® C5-A® copper-based anti-seize and Loctite® Silver Grade anti-seize.

Henkel Loctite Corporation


pm 2003/1146CITRUS DEGREASER
for cleaning grease and oil

LPS Citrus Degreaser is a citrus-based solvent designed to remove adhesives, oil, grease, wax, tar, dirt and other contaminants in seconds. It evaporates leaving low residue. The product does not contain any chlorinated solvents and has a flash point above 100°F. It is safe to use on metal parts and equipment.

LPS Laboratories


pm 2003/1134WIPING SYSTEMS
available in jumbo rolls

Jumbo Roll Wiping Systems are specifically designed for work areas where high capacity is required, such as fleet maintenance facilities and assembly line production areas. It takes 100 pounds of rags to equal one Jumbo Roll. The large roll format helps to reduce pilferage, control consumption and reduce trips to the tool crib. Perforated sheets allow users to "customize" the sheet size.

Kimberly-Clark Professional


LUBRICATION TOOLS
keep lubricants safe from machine-damaging contaminants

pm 2003/1133Oil Safe® Professional  Lubrication Tools utilize a unique, patented sealing system that keeps dust, dirt, sand, water and other contaminants from compromising lubricant integrity. It is well documented that lubricant contamination is one of the most common root causes of machine failure. Oil Safe® keeps lubricants free of contaminants and machinery free from unnecessary failures. It is available in five drum sizes, five lid types and ten lid colours.

Companion Products Inc.


pm 2003/1131ELECTRONIC REPELLER
scares animals and birds

Critter Blaster PRO's audible harassment sounds irritate animals and birds, blocking their communication and causing them to leave. This heavy-duty electronic repeller, with six acres of coverage, is programmable. Choose any or all of eight harassment sounds, then set volume, mute time between sounds, random play and hours of operation to adapt the unit for each situation. The constantly-changing sounds make it virtually impossible for creatures to acclimate to a pattern. Critter Blaster PLO consists of a control unit, four directional speakers with cords, AC adapter with cord, DC battery cables and complete instructions. A solar power panel is available for use with the 12-volt battery option.

Bird-X, Inc.


pm 2003/1135MRO SPILL KITS
are highly visible

The PIG® High Visibility MRO Spill Kits in lime green containers make them easy to locate, even in low light. Constructed of 100% polyethylene, the spill kits contain a variety of socks, mats and pillows that will absorb up to 61 gallons of non-aggressive liquids, in emergency response situations. The kits come in two sizes. In addition, to the proper absorbents, each kit comes with yellow caution disposal bags for proper disposal of the used absorbents.

New Pig Corporation


pm 2003/1136NON-CONTACT TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT
for industrial applications

This Irisys new hand-held system of  non-contact temperature measurement for industrial applications is a suitable diagnostic tool for workshop personnel and field service technicians. Use of the system ranges from industrial predictive maintenance applications such as the inspection of electrical and mechanical plant, through the design, troubleshooting and maintenance of heating, air conditioning and electrical installations to vehicle maintenance and automotive engineering. In real time, equipment can be thermally imaged and component temperatures accurately measured. The lightweight hand-held imager incorporates optical imaging and microprocessor systems, built-in visual laser aiming device and simple one-hand control. The handle and slot-in "Pocket PC" can either be click-fixed to the imager to form a single, one-hand operated unit with an integrated display or can be detached for two-handed operation of the system.

InfraRed Integrated Systems Limited


pm 2003/1139MACHINERY VIBRATION MONITOR
provides early warning of equipment problems

The Charge-Mode Accelerometer Monitor (CMAM) uses an advanced design for sensitive detection of changes in the vibration spectrum of key equipment and processes, even in harsh, limited access locations. The CMAM detects, evaluates and announces vibration problems as they develop. It alerts operators to problems; or in cases of extreme changes in equipment vibration, it shuts down equipment, preventing catastrophic breakdowns. The monitor is ideal for rotating machinery such as motors, generators, fans, compressors, pumps, engines, turbines and gearboxes. It is also effective at monitoring non-rotating equipment, such as flow  processes and transportation systems.

Intonix Corporation


pm 2003/1140STAINLESS STEEL PUTTY
repairs, fills, bonds and protects

Durabond™ 7032 one component, stainless steel putty fills, bonds, repairs and protects to 2000°F. Just apply and let dry. It cures at room temperature to form a machinable, stainless steel composite with excellent chemical, corrosion and shock resistance and high bond strength even at high temperatures. It is ideal for  repairing pumps, valves, fittings and equipment; rebuilding worn housings, shafts and tank linings; filling cracks, holes, voids and blowholes.

Cotronics Corporation


pm 2003/1141HIGH TEMPERATURE PUTTY
repairs refractory liners

Pyro-Putty™ 600 high strength alumina-silica based compound is used to repair refractory liners used in high temperature boilers, furnaces, incinerators and stacks to 1371°C. It is a single part, alumina-filled, waterborne, high temperature paste that can be used to repair defects in refractory brick and other lining materials used in boilers, furnaces, incinerators and stacks. Reinforced with high-strength ceramic fibers to provide increased mechanical strength and resistance to shock and vibration, it can be used to repair cross-sections up to 1/2" thick.

Aremco Products, Inc.


pm 2003/1137VIBRATION CALIBRATION SYSTEM
provides NIST-traceable reports

The K9100C portable vibration calibration system calibrates vibration sensors and produces NIST-traceable reports that comply with ISO 17025/A2LA requirements. The self-contained calibrator unit is equipped with its own rechargeable power source, making it ideal for testing in the field. The unit includes everything needed to calibrate displacement, velocity, and acceleration sensors when operated with user-supplied sensor signal conditioning. The system allows the user maximum flexibility, using two 10-turn potentiometers to set the test parameters for calibrating sensors in a band-width ranging from 10 Hz to 10 kHz, over an amplitude  range up to 10g.

The Modal Shop


pm 2003/1138DIGITAL MICROGAUGE
simplifies factory alignment

The Laser Microgage 2000 can be used by manufacturing employees right on their own production lines for checking alignment, improving manufacturing efficiency and reducing downtimes. It is easy to set up and use and can quickly check mechanical straightness, slide and stage runout, surface flatness, machine parallelism, mechanical squareness and many other parameters. The unit works with a laser transmitter that projects a collimated laser reference beam that is captured by a receiver connected to a digital display. As the receiver moves, relative to the laser beam, the readout displays the measurement. By moving the receiver to various locations, the surface or mechanical device can be measured, checked and ad-
justed.

Pinpoint Laser Systems


REMOTE MONITORING
for mechanical equipment

CSI offers Global Remote Analysis of mechanical assets using permanently installed measuring equipment to continuously obtain data on the condition of critically important machines. That information is then transmitted via the internet to CSI's Analysis Center for professional analysis and reporting. Or, the entire process can be handled with in-plant personnel using portable equipment to systematically gather the data. Either way, the participating plant receives periodic assessment reports and immediately alerts on any machine showing signs of impeding failure that could cause a costly unplanned shutdown. Oil analysis and motor current analysis can also be incorporated into a remote vibration monitoring and analysis  system.

Computational Systems, Inc.


pm 2003/1148DESICCANT BAGS
absorb 280% of weight in moisture

Sphinx Container Dri® II bags absorb 280% of its weight in moisture at 90% RH @77°F to keep the dew point temperature below the actual temperature, even with day-night fluctuations. Featuring a Tyvek® bag that is tear-resistant, the active ingredient in this patented desiccant dryer is CaCl2 which is safe, non-toxic and can be disposed with regular waste. Available in 50 gm and 125 gm bags, with or without adhesive backings, the bags can be used in any size shipping container.

Sphinx Adsorbents, Inc.


SEAT TRACK CLEANERS
work fast and prevent replacement

Rex-Cut® Seat Track Cleaners are made from multiple layers of non-woven cotton fiber and abrasive grains which are pressed and bonded into mounted wheels that are profiled to match all the interior surfaces of seat tracks. Capable of removing dirt, gum and soda from inside the seat tracks in one operation, using one tool, they eliminate the need for replacing the tracks. Allowing maintenance personnel to clean the entire inside of a seat track using a standard grinder with 1/4" mandrel, the cleaners can also remove burrs, but will not affect the internal geometry of the track.

Rex-Cut Products, Inc.


HYDRAULIC OILS
extend equipment uptime

pm 2003/1142Molykote® brand hydraulic oils extend equipment uptime, reduce maintenance costs in high-moisture environments. The products are unique blends of synthetic polyalpha olefin (PAO) and chemically engineered mineral oils that provide exceptional life in high-moisture environments such as food processing and paper-making applications. Molykote mineral oils are custom engineered at a molecular level to formulate a unique oil base that meets targeted performance specifications and offer reduced lubricant consumption, longer oil-drain intervals and extended equipment life.

 Dow Corning Corporation


pm 2003/1143AQUEOUS PARTS WASHER
for large parts

The model A35 high density polyethylene "sink-style" parts washer provides an over-size sink strong enough to hold 300 lbs for soaking and cleaning large parts. After adding cleaning solution to the proper operating level, parts are washed in heated, water-based cleaning solution using the flow-through brush supplied. When necessary, parts can be soaked in the heated, recirculating solution. It also features a built-in weir to continuously skim oil from the sink, extending the life of the cleaning solution. The drain design into the machine base keeps surface oils from contaminating clean solution. The weir in the machine base captures the oil and allows it to be easily removed through the drain valve in the machine base.

Kleer-Flo Company


BAFFLES
reduce noise, reverberation

Sound-adsorbing SONEXvalueline™ baffles feature an optional new hanging system that reduces installation time. Ideal for busy manufacturing areas, the ceiling baffles are hung from a cable suspended over the shop floor. Installation is completed by pushing baffles into place from one side of the room, allowing production work to continue uninterrupted. Fitted with stainless steel corkscrew hangers, the baffles can also be suspended from the ceiling with cables or chains. Both methods allow baffles to easily clear lights and fixtures. The baffles absorb sound energy from multiple sources, reducing noise and reverberation throughout the environment.

illbruck, inc.


COATING PROCESS
resists vibration on any size locknut

The patented process used by Nylok to spray bond blue nylon powder onto the threads of locknuts provides exceptional self-locking ability and vibration resistance, which can often allow the use of a shorter bolt to make assemblies lighter. The Nylok Blue Torq-Patch® process can be applied with patch coverage up to 360° to any grade standard hex nut from as small as #10 up. The pre-applied patch increases assembly efficiency since hex nuts with a Torq-Patch can be assembled from either side. The tough resilient blue nylon patch element compresses as the mating threads are engaged, creating a counterforce and a stronger metal-to-metal contact, yet allowing the locknuts to be adjusted or reused if needed. The durable nylon material is resistant to lubricants, fuels, hydraulic fluids and most solvents.

Nylok Corporation


Canadian Industrial Equipment News November 2003

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