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Reducing Maintenance Costs In A Tough Economic Climate
Steve Turner
Posted 10-12-09
The current economic climate dictates that cost management is a critical activity for many companies and
their managers. Maintenance is very often seen as an area where cost cutting targets can be easily and
quickly achieved. Many maintenance managers take the view that this type of philosophy always ends up
with increased costs in the future. This is not true in many cases. more > (pdf file: 228KB) |
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Skimping on the training puts your CMMS project at risk
Kris Bagadia
Posted 10-12-09
Training for users of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) is a multiple-phase process. There are three areas of training needs. Make sure people who will operate the CMMS are familiar with computer basics and the operating system. If not, provide them with basic training so they are ready for CMMS application training. more > |
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New Generation IR Cameras
Alan Thomson
Posted 10-05-09
Three years ago the markets were hit by the first low cost, high resolution cameras that have revolutionised the use of thermography and vastly enhanced the appreciation of the benefits of the technology. They have been responsible for bringing thermography to the attention of a wider public through thought provoking images of large, well recognised buildings that have been published in media worldwide seeking to illustrate energy conservation issues. more > |
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"Lean" on your maintenance materials
Steve Stephenson
Posted 10-05-09
Lean manufacturing is arguably the single greatest advance in plant efficiency during the past 50 years. Lean has helped to systemize, organize and modernize big and small plants the world over. more > |
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The bad news has arrived: Your plant is undergoing severe curtailment/closure
Bernie Price
Posted 9-28-09
Just as with any critical situation, a long-term strategic approach coupled with a series of medium-term tactics and detailed plans are needed. You should also consider how long the shutdown is probably going to last (guesstimate) and whether or not the plant will most likely be: (a) restarted, (b) sold as a complete unit or (c) sold piecemeal. more > |
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Certification – how to achieve results using Infrared Thermography
Austin Dunne
Posted 9-28-09
The author, from a background as a full time infrared thermographer in industry, understands the benefits of running an in-house programme, and acknowledges that success was due to the experimental exposure gained over many years working with infrared technology to the exclusion of any other duties, plus the support of senior management which allowed time to conquer a steep learning curve. more > |
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Working the motor maze
by Gerardo Elias-Rodriguez
Posted 9-21-09
The Department of Commerce estimates that there are more than 12.4 million electric motors larger than 1 hp in service throughout industry in the United States, and that nearly three million of these workhorses will fail this year. more >
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Smart Shutdowns
By Ken Bannister
Posted 9-21-09
The decision to carry out a turnaround or planned outage
needs to be made at least six months or more in advance of the
event. This will allow for adequate time for event preparation. more > (pdf file 841 KB) |
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| Polymeric solutions for pumps suffering from cavitation
Glenn Machado
Posted 9-14-09
Cavitation is defined as the phenomenon of formation and consequent implosion of vapor bubbles in a region where the pressure of the liquid falls below its vapor pressure. Cavitation can occur in any fluid handling equipment, especially in pumps, one of the most important components of industry today. more > |
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How to accomplish a lean turnaround at warp speed
Joe Dager
Posted 9-14-09
How can I accelerate a turnaround, or for that matter any implementation? I can’t wait; I have to do it NOW! The first item on your list is to stop running on overload. Remember, it’s not a matter of time but a matter of priorities. Define your goals and needs correctly, create realistic completion dates as well as clear-cut plans. Time will take care of itself. Running by the seat of your pants creates numerous project breakdowns and a constant firefighting effort that will propagate throughout the organization. more > |
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Using ultrasound technology to locate low level leaks in heat exchangers
by Alan Bandes
posted 9-8-09
Ultrasonic leak detection has been used for a variety of applications ranging from energy reduction by locating compressed air leaks to quality assurance inspections such as locating wind noise and water leaks in automobiles. The secret to success is to understand the nature of what type of leak produces a detectible ultrasound and what does not, along with the techniques that can be used for effective leak identification. Once understood, there are instances where the limits of detection can be enhanced to help locate a leak in difficult situations. more > |
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Is your plant organization ship shape?
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Rex Gallagher
Posted 9-8-09
You are in the engine room of the USS Lincoln. Your job as an oiler is to perform the cleaning and lubrication routes for the steam turbines. You are watching a control panel that monitors all of the ship’s mechanical functions. You have trust that the folks up on the bridge are in agreement about where and how the ship is to travel. All 2,000 sailors rely on the functional teams working in concert to make this voyage a success. You also have faith that this is the finest ship ever built. More > |
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 Safety DVD: One Will Die:
The John Martin StoryThis 20 minute DVD is a powerful resource and brings a true story to life in an unforgettable illustration of the injuries and life-changing consequences that resulted from John Martin’s unsafe work practices and poor safety attitude. This video will demonstrate how the choices we make each day can impact ourselves, our families and our coworkers. A great training resource! more US$495 |
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