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Three ways to protect threaded pipe during transport
January 26, 2015 by Daemar Inc.

Drilling pipes for use in the oil and gas industry are expensive to purchase, and when they are damaged, can be expensive to repair or replace. The parts of these pipes that most…

Three ways innovative piping system saves plants time and money
January 23, 2015 by IPEX Management Inc.

When compressed air systems aren’t functioning at peak capacity, businesses lose more than just air. They lose money in the form of wasted energy and wear on compressors, and increased operating and maintenance costs. But…

Custom fabricator provides quality service and product to petroleum industry
January 23, 2015 by Alps Welding Ltd

Since 1974, Alps Welding has been building petroleum industry equipment for a wide variety of applications, including those designed for sour service, high-tensile applications, corrosive environments or low temperature service. Over this time, the Woodbridge, Ont.-based…

How to improve plant profitability
January 22, 2015 by Henkel Canada Corporation

For industrial maintenance professionals interested in eliminating mechanical failures and reducing redundant maintenance practices, Henkel Corporation now offers a customizable, in-plant training program that finds and fixes inefficiencies — and improves plant profitability.  Henkel’s MRO Workshops…

Temperature sensors offer high performance in industrial environments
January 22, 2015 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

“When quality and performance are as important as price, you can count on our proven brands!” This has been Mod-Tronic’s motto since 1972, and 43 years later, the company prides itself more than…

New hybrid adhesive offers the best of both worlds
January 21, 2015 by Henkel Canada Corporation

Adhesives are critical components in many industrial applications — from production to maintenance. The types of adhesives are just as varied as the applications, and each have their own sets of benefits.  In the past,…

Sensor tested to ensure high performance in tough environments
January 21, 2015 by Durham Instruments

Penny+Giles’ new dual-output, no-contact rotary position sensor is designed for applications in extreme environments where space is limited. Available from Pickering, Ont.-based Durham Instruments, NRH280DP has a slim, low-profile housing (6.5mm), and uses…

Electrical code goes interactive with electronic version
January 19, 2015 by CSA Group

CSA Group, a standards development organization and a global provider of testing and certification services, has released the 2015 Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code), Part 1 — the 23rd edition of Canada’s primary…

Minco RTDs now available for higher temperatures
January 15, 2015 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

Minco has expanded its line of Thermal-Tab Resistance Temperature Detectors (RTDs), available through Brampton, Ont.-based Mod-Tronic Instruments. The family now includes models for higher temperatures up to 260 degrees C, fluid immersion, easy…

How sustainable is your product?
January 10, 2015 by CSA Group

CSA Group is committed to creating a more sustainable world. To achieve this goal, it has developed the CSA sustainability mark, which tells retailers, regulators and consumers that any product with this mark has…

Which fastener is right for your application?
January 8, 2015 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

Choosing the right fastener for the job is very important, because correcting mistakes is often a time-consuming and costly task.   When exploring the variety of options on the market, there are many…

Three important details about load testing
January 7, 2015 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

A load test is a physical proof test of a lifting device. During these tests, a lifting device is subjected to a load of up to 125 per cent of its rated capacity…

Five reasons to get pumped about York Fluid Controls’ lineup of gear pumps
January 7, 2015 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Gear pumps, which use the meshing of gears to pump fluid by displacement, are one of the most common types of pumps for hydraulic fluid power applications. They are positive displacement rotary pumps…

Factors to consider when looking for a solutions provider
December 23, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

You need to expand your currently facility, and are looking for a solutions provider who can help you convert underutilized square feet in your plant into usable space. What capabilities should you be…

How to reduce wear on a diaphram
December 22, 2014 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Air-operated diaphragm pumps are common industrial pumps that use positive displacement to move liquids. These devices, used in a variety of industries and applications, typically include a single diaphragm and chamber, as well…

Pre-start Health and Safety Reviews: What you need to know
December 19, 2014 by Engineered Lifting Systems & Equipment Inc.

A Pre-start Health and Safety Review (PSR) is the law in Ontario, and must be performed on any new, modified or relocated equipment, or equipment that has been moved into a new workplace…

Determining the connection between real-time income and plant performance
December 15, 2014 by Memex Automation Inc.

There are two questions that anyone in manufacturing management needs to know – “How well is my plant running?” and “Am I making money?” Manufacturing management needs a proven methodology to determine the…

The link between motion control and safety
December 11, 2014 by Vickers-Warnick Ltd.

Modern manufacturing facilities are quickly evolving into more complex, highly sophisticated automation cells. Motion control tools — motors, drives, servos, steppers, actuators, etc. — are vital to production, but they also pose risks…

Control your data with this handy device
December 11, 2014 by Durham Instruments

Do you have control of your measurement data? Portable data recorders are one way for users to gain total control of measurement data — and it’s easy.  The GEN3i High-Speed, Portable Data Recorder,…

Are your machines as productive as they can be? This tool can find out.
December 11, 2014 by Memex Automation Inc.

“If you can measure it, then you can manage it.” That’s the motto of Burlington, Ont.-based Memex Automation, a leader in the connection, monitoring and management of machines, sensors and processes in manufacturing.…

Six must-have actuator features that lower the cost of ownership
December 10, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

Every manufacturer concerned with the bottom line is looking for ways to improve efficiency, reduce waste and lower the cost of ownership of their tools, equipment and products. Utilizing actuators for precise positioning…

New program connects manufacturers to best-in-class safety system integrators
December 10, 2014 by Untitled

To help manufacturers identify best-in-class safety system integrators — with current safety standards expertise, a proven track record in building safety systems, and knowledge of productivity-enhancing safety technologies — Rockwell Automation has created…

The finishing touch: Essential features for stainless steel tubes
December 9, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

If you’re looking to complete your tube fittings system, don’t forget about stainless steel coiled or straight length tubing. It’s a necessary component that will help reduce the risk of leakage in your…

Six features to look for in a boiler system
December 9, 2014 by Miura Canada Co. Ltd.

Many industrial applications use boilers to produce steam or hot water. Forward-thinking companies that want to conserve oil and gas resources while saving money and reducing emissions should look for these six features…

EXAIR’s reversible drum vacs are now CE compliant
December 9, 2014 by Exair LLC

After undergoing rigorous testing by an independent laboratory, EXAIR’s reversible drum vacs have been proven to meet the stringent requirements of the European Union in order to be marked as CE compliant. The…

Ontario company brings you metric fasteners — fast
December 8, 2014 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

Metric fasteners are used in a variety of industrial applications — from HVAC and construction to electrical and commercial product manufacturing. They’re quite possibly a necessary component of your industrial application.  Where do…

A solution for measuring — not calculating — greenhouse gases
December 4, 2014 by Sick Ltd.

If you are required to report your greenhouse gas emissions, or need precise calculation of greenhouse gas loads within the framework of an emission trading or pollution tax system, SICK, a producer of…

Under pressure: A look at applications for pressure, vacuum and leak-testing systems
December 3, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

Pressure and leak testing are a must for manufacturers who want to produce quality products. Pressure, vacuum and leak-testing systems for high-pressure applications are, in fact, some of the products offered by Mississauga,…

Big things are happening at Alps Welding
December 3, 2014 by Alps Welding Ltd

With 30 feet ”under the hook” and 70 tons of lifting capacity, custom fabricator Alps Welding can undertake some large projects and offer capabilities to its customers that other fabrication shops cannot.  …

Eight reasons to consider Exergen D-Series infrared thermometers
December 2, 2014 by Mod-Tronic Instruments Ltd.

Exergen D-Series infrared (IR) thermometers are an entirely different type of instrument than conventional temperature measuring devices. Designed specifically for the highest possible accuracy, it is the only infrared instrument that can be…


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