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Condition monitoring keeps machinery running at top performance
November 19, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

Condition monitoring is a major component of preventative maintenance. It helps determine the condition of machinery during operation, and identifies significant changes, which could be indicative of a developing fault.  Parker Kittiwake specializes in online…

Four ways to protect product during shipping
November 19, 2014 by Daemar Inc.

Your company prides itself on quality, so you want to make sure when product leaves your facility, headed to the next destination along the supply chain, it arrives in the same condition it…

Infrared pyrometers reduce energy costs in steel industry application
November 19, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

A consulting engineering company was looking for a competitive edge. The company, which offers machinery and a complete range of engineering services to the steel mill industry, wanted to improve the temperature monitoring…

Fastener distributor revamps website
November 19, 2014 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

Advance Fasteners, a Mississauga, Ont.-based fastener distributor, has updated its website to provide visitors with a comprehensive range of industrial fasteners and supplies online. The site features hundreds of product lines and tens of thousands…

How to create a flexible and scalable industrial environment
November 19, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

In warehousing and manufacturing environments, demands often change. As business grows, you may need to move things around to accommodate that growth. Flexibility and scalability are key.  Portable in-plant offices and demountable wall assemblies…

Seven ways to put industrial cables to the test
November 19, 2014 by Lapp Canada Inc

Industrial cables play an important role in today’s production environments. They can be found in automotive plants, machine tools, instrumentation, robotics, industrial automation and many more applications. But to ensure reliability and safety, they must…

Understanding the value of certified lifting devices
November 18, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

You’re in the market for a lifting device, but with so many options, where do you start?  It is important to ensure the device is certified — designed to current regulations and standards. It’s…

Top seven reasons to use a filter/regulator with every air-operated double-diaphragm pump
November 18, 2014 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

An air filter/regulator is probably the most important investment you can make to extend the life of your air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pump, and optimize performance. That’s according to Justin Dill, product manager with…

Father-son business helps metalworkers find reliable measurement solutions
November 18, 2014 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

Precision machining cannot have its name without accurate measuring instruments and industrial gauging equipment.  Toronto-based Rotem Industrial Products is a father-and-son business, headed by Art Larman and his son, Paul, that delivers high-quality…

A 12-step guide to the safe operation and maintenance of cantilever racking
November 18, 2014 by Econo-Rack Storage Equipment

When using cantilever racks in your facility to store large or awkward items, there are a number of factors that need to considered to ensure the safe operation and continued maintenance of the…

Manufacturer increases tool life 50 per cent with cold gun
November 18, 2014 by Exair LLC

Dave Gray had a frequent problem when working on an Okuma vertical machining centre at Positech Corporation’s Fairfield, Ohio, facility, which manufactures intricate machined parts for the automotive, motorcycle and aerospace industries. Whenever…

Three features to look for in your next data acquisition system
November 18, 2014 by Durham Instruments

To ensure the most efficient production process, today’s manufacturers must acquire accurate measurement data from their production systems. A data acquisition (DAQ) and control system that provides detailed, meaningful information related to force,…

T-PAK® thermocouples reach a fever pitch in exacting accuracy and performance
October 30, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

A thermocouple is an industrial device used to measure highly elevated temperatures. Think of it as an epic thermometer with the ability to calculate extreme heat applications. The principle benefit of a thermocouple…

How Alps Welding bonds together more than just welding parts, but also the welding community
October 30, 2014 by Alps Welding Ltd

Since its inception more than four decades ago, Alps Welding has been a leading custom fabricator of choice for professionals, equipment designers, plant operators and end users, from Southern Ontario, North America, to…

Let the G-Force® be with you and your parts assembly applications
October 30, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

We at ELS heard you with your  top questions on overhead crane systems and we answered them. Now, we want to help you lift smarter – not harder. The G-Force® iQ series does…

Fuel your performance with the Acuvim-L Series of Multi-Function Power Meters
October 30, 2014 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

Need to power up your performance on controlling and monitoring your power distribution system? Plug into the Acuvim-L series of power meters designed for power metering and monitoring electrical panels and energy consuming…

Pump up your performance with diaphragm pumps by Blagdon Pump
October 29, 2014 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Got liquid? We have a diaphragm pump for that. Classified as the titan of transfer pumps, diaphragm pumps are capable to transmit liquids of varying viscous degrees – and even dense material solids.…

Cement your strain gauge adhesive knowledge in the next 90 seconds with this primer
October 28, 2014 by Durham Instruments

An old adage says if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. While this maxim rings true, so does the reality that the correct bonding agent contributes to the overall success or…

Prefabricated guardhouse buildings: six best cost-saving qualities to enjoy now
October 28, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Offer an efficient working environment for your on-site security, ticket booth or scale house personnel with the benefits of guardhouse buildings. Similar to how mezzanines can offer a huge return on investment, so does…

HARTING adds RFID-equipped versions of heavy-duty Han HPR connectors
October 28, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, QC, September 12, 2014 – HARTING has expanded its Han® HPR heavy duty power connector lineup with passive UHF RFID-equipped housings that lets users track data they define about the unit, like…

New components facilitate HARTING har-speed M12 X-Code connector deployment
October 24, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, QC, July 15, 2014 – HARTING has introduced complementary M12 X-Code components –straight and angled PCB receptacles and M12-to-RJ45 panel adaptors as well as an M12 gender changer – that expand the…

HARTING monoblocks expand utility of popular connectors Han-Eco®, Han-Yellock®
October 24, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, QC, June 10, 2014 – HARTING has expanded the capabilities of two best-selling modular connector series, Han-Eco® and Han-Yellock®, by developing dedicated, high density monoblock inserts for each. With these inserts, a…

HARTING’s new har-flexicon series delivers new wire-to-board flexibility
October 23, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, QC, May 15, 2014 – HARTING has unveiled its new har-flexicon® series of discrete wire-to-board connectors and terminal blocks that deliver greater PCB performance and density with robust connectivity. These miniature components…

Ha-VIS eCon Ethernet Switches Stand for High Efficiency and Performance
October 23, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, QC, April 16, 2014 – High efficiency and performance, along with simple and quick operation – the new Ha-VIS eCon Unmanaged Ethernet Switches place a premium on meeting these demands. Optimized and…

HARTING expands RFID transponder lineup with VT92, optimized for North America
October 23, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, November 5, 2013 – HARTING has given its new VT92 transponder for North America a read range up to five metres by adjusting the antenna structure to pitch to 920 MHz. Passive…

HARTING adds PushPull Signal to PushPull connector portfolio
October 23, 2014 by Harting Canada Inc

Montreal, October 9, 2013 – HARTING has expanded its PushPull device connector family with a new 10 pole PushPull Signal for delivery of analog, low voltage and bus signals in all power ranges.…

Boost your strain gauge installation know-how now!
October 22, 2014 by Durham Instruments

Now that you know what a strain gauge amplifier is from reading our last article, let’s take a step back to show you the importance of strain gauge installation. Strain gauges and their…

The truth on how to save 20% on your fuel costs with our LX series of steam and hot water boilers
October 22, 2014 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

Okay, we admit it. Miura Canada is well-equipped to vaporize the industrial steam and hot water boiler competition. How do you ask? Our boiler products conserve oil and gas, but they also conserve…

Get more done today with our quick tutorial on music wire and garter springs
October 22, 2014 by Bohne Spring Industries Ltd.

Manufacturing precision mechanical springs, metal stampings and strip and wire forms is both an art and a science. To combine the best of both artistic and scientific worlds, we aim to deliver precise…

Structural steel mezzanines saves on industrial factory floor space and a business’ bottom line
October 21, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Structural steel mezzanines are a sound investment in both cost and construction for commercial, retail and industrial operations looking to boost on floor or storage space without a hefty financial commitment. At Excess…