Nearly 5,500 gallons of Sherwin‑Williams protective coatings have been applied to the historic Battleship Missouri, which has recently returned to her home pier near the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The ex‑U.S.S. Missouri, affectionately known as the “Mighty Mo,” is the site of J

Megger is launching a series of complimentary, one‑day seminars across the country, designed for electrical testing professionals who want to boost efficiency, effectiveness, and reliability in substation operations.These sessions, titled “Best Practices Substation Seminar and Product Showcase,” con

When people hear the phrase "social network", they usually think of Facebook or Twitter. Yet this concept has sparked a wealth of academic research. Engineers who build complex systems like cars and aircraft have long worked within their own communication networks. As with any network, gap

Workers at PPL’s Susquehanna nuclear power plant in Luzerne County, Pa., successfully finished planned maintenance on a critical water‑heating system and restarted generating electricity from Unit 2 early Monday, April 26. Unit 2 was safely shut down early Friday, April 23, to replace a damaged tube

On April 27, GE Intelligent Platforms unveiled its Quad PAC redundant controller technology, a breakthrough that virtually eliminates downtime risk for mission‑critical operations. By leveraging four synchronized controllers, this solution protects productivity, profitability, and customer satisfact

The lasting competitive advantage of any business is its workforce’s ability to learn, adapt, and innovate—ensuring the organization can meet the ever‑evolving demands of the marketplace. Training Magazine’s 2009 Industry Report found that the average organization invested roughly $484,000 in formal

Looking to boost profits while slashing maintenance costs? Advanced tools such as vibration analysis, shaft alignment, oil analysis, thermal imaging, motor circuit testing, and more provide a powerful arsenal for daily defect detection and elimination. Many facilities stop after identifying, schedul

Since 1838, the Martin family has dyed and finished canvas for diverse products—from luggage and theater curtains to medical bandages. To meet these varied demands, the company has designed and built a broad range of custom machines. When a piece of equipment fails, the Martin Corporation’s engineer

Over the past few decades, enterprise applications have evolved to offer remarkably comprehensive functionality. With adequate budgets and resources, mid‑size to large manufacturers can now find enterprise solutions that cover nearly every business process they need to manage. Yet, whether in the br

According to OSHA and the NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, workers must de‑energize all live parts unless live conditions are required for troubleshooting. Achieving an electrically safe work condition, however, is not as simple as it sounds. Proper planning, tool selection,

It’s a common misconception that once a spare part is purchased and stored, it no longer costs anything to keep it there. In reality, holding spare parts imposes significant ongoing expenses. Most companies are not self‑insured. Insurance premiums typically exceed 5% of the total inventory value, an

Electric motors power industry and modern life, consuming roughly 20 % of U.S. energy and 59 % of electricity generated. Their performance directly influences energy bills, production uptime, and maintenance costs. This article examines how motor condition—phase balance, rotor integrity, cleanliness

On February 10, Alabama Aircraft Industries Inc. (AAII) announced that it and the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) Local 1155 have renewed their collective bargaining agreement for an additional three years, extending it through Ma

Our goal is to cultivate a mindset that prioritizes problem detection and resolution over merely spotting failures. In practice, bearings often fail spectacularly, yet the vibration data that flagged the failure is rarely examined beyond the point of replacement. A structured, multi‑stage approach i

When it comes to friction, Lars Pleth Nielsen is a man of many words. Friction depends on the characteristics of the surfaces – how flat, round or rough they are, says Pleth Nielsen, manager of the Tribology Center at the Danish Technological Institute. Friction is also dependent on the medium the s

Gear designers have long struggled with noisy gear trains, especially as modern gearboxes demand higher power output, higher RPM, and greater efficiency. Reducing vibration and noise without inflating costs remains a critical challenge. Common strategies include enlarging the pinion to lessen underc

Weighing just 13 lb (6 kg), the GE DXR250V is the industry’s newest lightweight, portable digital radiography solution. Its compact size and low weight break the traditional barrier that has confined digital radiography (DR) to bulky, stationary equipment, enabling shorter shot times, lower radiatio

Benchmarking is a proven continuous‑improvement strategy that lets you measure your lubrication practices against industry leaders and world‑class standards. Whether you’re establishing a new program or refining an existing one, understanding where you stand and prioritizing gaps is essential for r

Western U.S. Coal Plant Cuts Gearbox Wear, Extends Life, and Saves Costs with ISO 460 Synthetic Gear Oil and Advanced Filtration Authors: Ken Nicholas (Schroeder Industries), Richard Winslow (PacifiCorp Naughton Plant), Ted Naman (ConocoPhillips) Executive Summary A western U.S. coal-fired power pla

Iowa Lakes Community College has received a generous in‑kind donation from Megger, valued at $10,000, to support its Wind Turbine Energy Program. Megger, a global leader in precision testing instruments for transformers, batteries, and underground cables, supplied a range of high‑quality tools that