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Product diversity necessitates smart web searching
December 1, 2014 by Wenglor Sensoric Canada Inc

The diversity of sensors available to product developers, engineers and users is nearly unmanageable. There are many options — and every option has even more options. How do you choose the one that’s…

Food manufacturer’s vision of high-speed inspection comes to life
December 1, 2014 by Keyence Canada

For Nutrition & Santé, a maker of organic and health foods, quality is a big factor in the company’s success. But like most manufacturers, speed is also important — getting product to the…

Network security solutions help manufacturers protect against breaches
November 29, 2014 by Panduit Canada Corp

Network security is a real concern for many industries — including manufacturing — whether the breach is deliberate or accidental, an internal threat or an external threat. Networks are vulnerable on multiple levels…

Five elements of an effective lockout/tagout program
November 29, 2014 by Panduit Canada Corp

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is a process to control energy hazards for preventing accidental startup or release of stored energy during setup, maintenance and servicing of equipment. It’s a necessary process to keep your employees safe on…

Divide and secure: The wire mesh partition solution
November 27, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Some industrial facilities require partitioned areas to control access to products, equipment or processes, for either security or safety reasons.  Wire mesh partitions are a cost-effective solution for dividing and securing warehouse space,…

Nine benefits of pulsation dampeners and surge suppressors
November 26, 2014 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Positive Displacement (PD) pumps create pulsation and hydraulic shock due to the reciprocating nature of their stroking action, potentially damaging the entire pumping system. A good pulsation dampener and surge suppressor should remove…

Industrial fluids: Find the best solution for your application
November 26, 2014 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

Industrial fluids are integral to any manufacturing process. Cutting fluids, hydraulic fluids, coolants, cleaners, lubricants and metalworking fluids play a big role in your operations — and there are a lot of options…

Factors to consider during tooling integration
November 26, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

End-of-arm tooling is integrated with overhead lifting equipment such as hoists, process arms, rigid column manipulators and workstation arms. This tooling is used in a variety of applications, including automotive manufacturing, workstation assembly,…

Three simple questions to determine if your application requires humidity sensors
November 26, 2014 by Durham Instruments

Humidity sensors can improve performance, reduce energy consumption and increase safety in a variety of applications. Increasingly, OEMs are designing relative humidity/temperature sensors into engines, electronics and other products to improve control and…

Innovative storage and racking solution supports company’s growth
November 25, 2014 by Redirack Storage Systems

In 2012, Live To Play Sports, moved from its warehouse in Woodbridge, Ont., to a bigger distribution centre (DC) in Toronto’s Rexdale neighbourhood. Due to a rapidly expanding business, the bicycle and bike…

Factors to consider before buying industrial springs
November 25, 2014 by Springs & Things Inc

The average spring isn’t very big or expensive, but it is one of the most critical elements of any mechanical assembly, and It has to be designed and built to high standards.  Before…

Selecting the right material handling solution
November 25, 2014 by Avenue Industrial Supply Co. Ltd.

Having the right material handling solution decreases the chance of injuries, and ultimately leads to increased productivity for your company.  Scissor lifts and lift tables, for example, can help increase productivity on assembly…

The evolution of Bohne Spring — from piano strings to mechanical springs
November 25, 2014 by Bohne Spring Industries Ltd.

Bohne Spring was established in Canada in 1891, known then as W. Bohne & Company Limited. The company was first formed to manufacture piano hammers for the Canadian Piano Producers, later adding on…

Three features to look for in an automated fluid dispensing system
November 24, 2014 by Nordson EFD

A good fluid dispensing system can help manufacturers increase throughput, improve quality and lower production costs. With such high stakes — and many options on the market — the decision of which system…

Food processor cooks up delicious meals with “green” boilers
November 24, 2014 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

Hot Cuisine America, a state-of-the-art fresh-prepared meal facility in New Jersey, needed boilers to drive machinery, heat its 16,000-sq.-ft. facility, and generate the hot water supply for sanitation and facilities use. But it…

Sensor helps prevent low-temperature damage
November 21, 2014 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

A new low-temperature cut-out and averaging sensor helps prevent low-temperature damage in industrial environments.  The solid-state Chill-Out sensor, from Minco and available through Mod-Tronic Instruments, senses freezing temperatures within any 12-inch section along…

Common causes of O-ring failure — and what to do about it: Part 2
November 21, 2014 by Daemar Inc.

We recently highlighted three common causes of O-ring failure. But there are more.  This article highlights three more frequent causes of failure.  1. Explosive decompression results when, after a period of service under…

Common causes of O-ring failure — and what to do about it: Part 1
November 21, 2014 by Daemar Inc.

Like any device subject to judgment in design or human error during installation, O-ring seals can fail.  While there are a number of different types and causes of seal failure, this article highlights…

Should you replace thermocouples with resistance temperature detectors?
November 21, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

Resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) — sensors used to measure temperature by associating the resistance of the RTD element with temperature — are slowly replacing thermocouples in many industrial applications below 600 degrees C. Why? RTDs have…

Five benefits of fibreglass dock-level storage systems
November 21, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Flexibility is a must in today’s ever-changing industrial environment. When a company needs to expand, but doesn’t have the space in its facility, fibreglass storage systems may be the answer.  Below are five…

Sorting through sortation system options
November 21, 2014 by Wecon Systems Ltd.

At the heart of any material handling process is a sortation system. These systems provide automatic product identification and separation into predefined groupings.  There are many applications where these systems are a fit,…

A modern way to accelerate your test capabilities
November 20, 2014 by Durham Instruments

Many test engineers using high-speed data acquisition tools believe it is often easier to use a paper chart recorder to quickly evaluate test data rather than trying to examine the PC’s data acquisition…

Three ways to keep your conveyor clean
November 20, 2014 by Associated Industrial Brush Co. Ltd.

Many industrial environments rely on conveyors to efficiently move materials from one location to another. If the systems aren’t properly maintained, though, the result is often downtime. And just like that, the company…

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…

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…

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…

Three ways to solve your industrial aseptic valves problems
September 8, 2014 by Nordson EFD

Processing plants and laboratory applications depend on industrial aseptic valves to consistently and accurately offer sterile processes. The prevention of airborne or stagnant substances from the ambient air penetrating or migrating to critical…

Infrared heat: the overlooked ingredient to make good food look even better
September 5, 2014 by Heraeus Noblelight

Ever wonder how French fries get its appetizing golden brown appearance? Or perhaps while fine dining at a fancy restaurant you sampled some bread or meat embossed with the restaurant’s name or logo?…


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