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Top three benefits of FEIN’s fully automatic magnetic core drill
January 22, 2015 by Fein Power Tool Company

FEIN’s fully automatic two-speed magnetic core drill, the KBM 50 Auto, has the ability to save users time and money thanks to a digitally controlled drill feed and low weight. The two-speed motor has electronic…

Industrial supplier offers wide selection of drills, fast
January 21, 2015 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

In its more than 50 years of business, Rotem Industrial Products has developed a reputation in the industry as a company that supplies high-quality products, quickly.  The Etobicoke, Ont.-based company’s lineup of high-quality…

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,…

Air-cooled cast aluminum heaters the solution to costly water-cooling issues
January 19, 2015 by Process Heaters Inc

More often than not, water-cooled cast-ins (cast aluminum heaters) are discarded because their cooling tubes have become blocked. Often the heater itself can still heat, but the cooling tubes are blocked. The result: a perfectly…

A quick guide to installing shaft repair sleeves
January 14, 2015 by Daemar Inc.

Over time, sealing lips can cause grooves in shafts due to dirt, heat, excessive water, lack of lubrication and high shaft speeds. DMR Sleeves — precision stainless steel wear sleeves — are designed to prolong…

Longer static eliminator neutralizes and cleans wide surfaces
January 13, 2015 by Exair LLC

Exair has expanded its long super ion air knives to a range from 60 inches (1,524 mm) to a maximum length of 108 inches (2,743 mm). All knives 60 inches or longer are…

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…

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…

Service is key for metalworking product distributor
January 6, 2015 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

Rotem Industrial Products offers more than the largest stock of metalworking and wire-related products in Canada. The Etobicoke, Ont.-based company also offers laboratory testing, sump cleaner rental and industrial sump cleaning services to…

A look at must-have mechanical seal features
January 5, 2015 by Daemar Inc.

Off-road and earth-moving equipment must endure extreme service conditions that would quickly destroy common elastomeric lip seals. The drive components on such machines require stronger seal performance to keep out dirt, water, rock…

A look at double containment systems for industrial environments
January 2, 2015 by IPEX Management Inc.

Manufacturing processes require products that can withstand the conditions of an industrial environment. IPEX Inc. designs and manufactures integrated thermoplastic piping systems — pipes, valves, fittings and auxiliary components — engineered from the…

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…

Understanding the importance of calibration and the impact on your business
December 16, 2014 by Thermo-Kinetics Measurement & Control Ltd.

Your business runs on the accuracy of your equipment, which represents a major investment by your company. Through proper, regular calibration, you not only achieve the greatest return on your investment, you also…

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…

How to extend the life of your bearings
December 5, 2014 by Daemar Inc.

Premature bearing failure is a real problem. Bearings are at risk whenever seals allow lubricant leakage or contaminant intrusion into the housing. Until now, there has been no comprehensive solution — only partial…

Good vibrations: One way to avoid machine downtime
November 28, 2014 by Dalimar Instruments Inc

In a manufacturing plant, it is very important that the machines on the production floor are well maintained and monitored to avoid downtime. Measuring the vibration of machinery is one way to avoid costly…

Six steps to selecting the right service partner
November 28, 2014 by Untitled

Time is money. So if you have a machine down and production stops, quick action is of the essence. Every wasted second is wasted dollars. Are you prepared?  You are if you’ve selected…

How to diagnose a leaking steam trap
November 27, 2014 by Keystone Steam Supplies

Steam traps have a tendency to leak. A faulty steam trap not only wastes valuable heating dollars, but it can also destroy condensate pumps, create hot and cold spots within a heating space,…

Everything you need to know about ultrasonic steam trap leak detection
November 27, 2014 by Keystone Steam Supplies

A faulty steam trap can waste valuable heating dollars, destroy condensate pumps, create hot and cold spots within a heating space, cause production inefficiency, produce destructive water hammer, and lead to premature failure…

Three benefits of the redesigned Fein MultiMaster power tool
November 25, 2014 by Fein Power Tool Company

The Fein MultiMaster power tool has been redesigned for maximum performance and minimum vibration.  Three of its most impressive features include:  1. More powerful The FEIN MultiMaster FMM 350 Q saws up to 35…

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…

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…

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…

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…


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