The Hydraulic Institute awarded Thomas L. Angle, Vice President of Product Engineering at Weir Specialty Pumps, the 2009 Member of the Year title during its 93rd Annual Meeting Gala in Marco Island, Florida. Angle was selected by the HI Board of Directors for his extensive commitment to the Institut

Megger, a leader in portable test equipment, is hosting complimentary one‑day seminars focused on Battery Maintenance Best Practices. Battery reliability is critical for emergency power supplies, yet maintenance is often overlooked. Without proper care, failures can occur only under load, jeopardizi

The Life Cycle Institute, the education arm of Life Cycle Engineering, has introduced a new Train‑the‑Trainer (TTT) course designed to transform subject‑matter experts into dynamic learning facilitators. Developed by the Institute’s Learning Consultants, the program equips participants with proven t

On March 12, a coalition of more than 30 industry leaders—representing over 20 million employees—announced a unified plan to revitalize the U.S. workforce. The Business and Industry STEM Coalition (BISSC) pledged to double the number of bachelor’s degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mat

In February 2010, ARC Advisory Group released a research report that spotlights Rockwell Automation’s InSite Managed Services as a strategic approach to outsourced maintenance and operations. The report, “Rockwell Automation InSite Managed Services Offers Seamless Extension to End User’s Staff,” was

SKF’s Integrated Maintenance Solution (IMS) is designed to elevate plant reliability and profitability by integrating SKF as a core member of the operational team. Leveraging decades of expertise in mechanical and rotating equipment, SKF crafts and executes a bespoke asset‑management strategy that d

Equipment failures are the biggest threat to cement producers, eroding uptime, productivity and profits. While many of these incidents can be avoided through a robust predictive maintenance (PdM) program, operators often hesitate to invest because of upfront and ongoing costs. Ken Rone, Vice Preside

Starting a motor on a solid foundation is essential for meeting its projected lifespan. A rigorous quality‑control program is the first line of defense that guarantees this healthy beginning. Quality assurance spans the entire lifecycle—from verifying the manufacturing or repair process, to evaluati

Twenty-five of 36 vehicle brands improved their long‑term dependability in 2010 compared with 2009, confirming a steady industry‑wide trend. Yet, for some brands, consumer perceptions lag behind actual performance, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS

On March 19, IRWIN Tools, a leader in professional hand tools and power tool accessories, announced the launch of the 2010 Ultimate Tradesman Challenge. The competition invites skilled tradespeople worldwide to compete for the title of IRWIN Tools Ultimate Tradesman. Events will take place across th

Have you ever wondered where you keep the manufacturer data sheets that come with your electric motors? During site inspections, we frequently discovered these documents tucked into empty cubicles within switchgear cabinets—often the very spaces where a recent component replacement took place. It mi

Fortune magazine has honored Grainger as the “most admired” diversified wholesaler in its annual World’s Most Admired Companies list, published in the March 22 issue. The award recognizes Grainger’s leadership as the premier broad‑line supplier of maintenance, repair, and operating (MRO) products to

When a colleague inquires about your reliability program, do you instantly think of vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonics, motor current monitoring, flaw detection, oil analysis, or other non‑destructive testing methods? Or do you immediately recall root‑cause analysis, failure mode and effe

Emerson Process Management’s Fisher control‑valve diagnostics are enabling predictive maintenance that translates into significant operational savings at Iggesund Paperboard, a subsidiary of Sweden’s Holmen Group. Iggesund is among the world’s most advanced, fully integrated pulp and paperboard mill

At Andersen Air Force Base in Guam, the 36th Maintenance Squadron’s Fabrication Flight blends permanent and deployed airmen to support the U.S. Pacific Command’s Theater Security Package and Continuous Bomber Presence. Comprising nine permanent crew members and 34 deployable specialists—24 from Elme

In today’s hyper‑competitive global market, organizations are pressed to deliver more value while cutting costs. Employees are expected to be leaner, faster, and more efficient. Terms like strategic planning, value‑stream mapping, reliability engineering, and loss elimination buzz across boardrooms

From 2007 to 2009, Rio Tinto’s U.S., Canadian and Australian operations conducted extensive field trials on HME draglines, fixed‑plant equipment, and mobile units. All tests used One Eye Industries magnetic filtration and separation systems. Across every trial, the magnetic filters reduced both ferr

Canadian Air Force Eliminates Bird Nuisance from 40,000‑sqft Hangar with Bird‑X Repellents In the rural town of Borden, just outside Toronto, the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace and Engineering faced a significant bird problem. A large colony of pigeons, purple martins, sparrows and other small

Michael was eager for his first industry conference, but his lack of preparation left him scrambling for a tuxedo and business cards. He learned the hard way that a well‑planned arrival can turn an event into a powerful networking opportunity. 1. Arrive Prepared for the Opening Reception Identify k

The following case studies showcase real data analyzed by the author, illustrating how predictive maintenance tools—vibration analysis, infrared thermography, oil analysis, and motor current analysis—detect faults early and extend equipment life. Each example is presented as a frequency spectrum, an