Leading aerial roof‑measurement provider EagleView Technologies has released a free, fully featured iPhone app that puts accurate, on‑time roof data directly into the palms of contractors and insurance adjusters. The new EagleView App is the first entry in a growing mobile suite, enabling users to p

Early Detection of Machine Issues: Operator Best Practices Prolonging equipment life and reducing downtime begins with operators who understand what “normal” feels like. This guide equips operators with practical techniques to spot early warning signs in lubrication, bearings, drivers, and pumps, h

Honda’s sales in China surged more than 50 % year‑on‑year in 2009, and a second joint‑venture plant was slated for 2010. The company is eager to deliver more high‑quality, stylish models to the Chinese market. Key to this success is the Dongfeng Honda engine plant, situated beside the assembly line

When performing power‑circuit analysis on large electric motors, precision bridge measurements often reveal extremely low resistances—sometimes in the milliohm or even micro‑ohm range. These values are highly temperature‑sensitive, yet the relative imbalance between the three phases of a three‑phase

Following the completion of equipment and system upgrades during the most recent scheduled refueling and maintenance outage, Unit 1 at PPL Corporation’s Susquehanna nuclear power plant in Luzerne County, Pa., has become the largest boiling‑water reactor in the United States by thermal power and elec

In a landscape where the economy faces uncertainty, automotive maintenance and technology remain one of the few sectors exhibiting strong productivity growth. As vehicles evolve with sophisticated electronics, hybrid powertrains, and connected systems, the demand for highly trained technicians has n

Gates Corporation, a global leader in belt drive systems, now delivers a complete line of EPDM‑molded notch V‑belts. EPDM—an ethylene‑propylene‑diene monomer—is celebrated for its superior ozone, heat, and weather resistance. As the first manufacturer to adopt EPDM in industrial V‑belt design, Gates

The May/June 2010 issue of Machinery Lubrication is now available. Click below to download the full digital edition and stay ahead in industrial lubrication practices. Digital DeliveryOur electronic version offers all the original content plus interactive features: searchable table of contents, key

Field crews across the mobile and fixed‑asset sectors increasingly require on‑demand oil quality assessments. Traditional laboratory analysis—shipping samples, waiting for results, and then acting—creates costly delays and hinders timely decision‑making. Embedded, portable viscosity sensors give mec

Ensuring the health of every asset—critical or not—is now essential for modern plants. While high‑critical equipment receives continuous monitoring, many essential assets are too costly for wired systems and are traditionally checked only during monthly or quarterly walk‑arounds. Those infrequent ch

By leveraging a comprehensive material substitution strategy and advanced long‑life lubrication technology, NSK delivered €337,600 in cost savings to a leading micro wind turbine manufacturer. The project also yielded extended product life, enhanced reliability, and lower maintenance through the rep

Modern machine designers face a complex array of demands—energy efficiency, rapid assembly, vendor consolidation, and minimal footprint. Meeting these goals requires solutions that deliver high torque, precise motion, and low maintenance without the penalties of traditional gearboxes. Hollow‑shaft t

On June 16, Ferraz Shawmut announced it will operate under the new name Mersen, aligning its global brand with Carbone Lorraine’s unified identity. The name change reflects our history and, more importantly, our strategic direction, said Daniel Beaudron, vice president and general manager for MERSEN

On June 17, GearWrench unveiled the GearWrench @Work contest, inviting professionals and hobbyists alike to showcase their expertise. Participants submit a video for a chance to win an all‑expenses‑paid trip to Las Vegas in November to attend the Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association’s (SEMA

In a world where every manufacturing dollar counts, even small inefficiencies can erode competitive advantage. One of the most insidious culprits is a maintenance program that inadvertently becomes a production bottleneck. This article explores how reactive practices, poor planning, and inadequate o

igus is pleased to announce that its seasoned engineers are available once again to conduct complimentary inspections of cable carriers and continuous‑flex cables during this summer’s plant shutdowns. Maintenance and production teams are invited to take advantage of these free inspections, which hel

Coaching cards are a proven instrument in any change‑management toolkit. They provide a low‑friction, data‑driven way to confirm that a newly implemented process is functioning as intended and to surface any gaps before they erode the initiative. Originating from seasoned project managers who witnes

Design News has announced the winners of its 2010 “Best Products” awards. The SKF Machine Condition Advisor captured the coveted Golden Mousetrap award in the Electronics / Test and Measurement category, honoring its breakthrough as a handheld tool that streamlines machine monitoring and delivers ea

The wind energy sector is rapidly embracing multi‑megawatt turbines, amplifying the demand for dependable drivetrain components. Leveraging 110 years of engineering heritage, Timken introduces the UltraWind Series – a new line of ultra‑large tapered roller bearings built upon Henry Timken’s 1898 pat

On June 21, ITT Corporation, a global leader in high‑technology engineering for water and wastewater, announced its agreement to acquire privately held Godwin Pumps for $585 million. Godwin, founded in 1976 and headquartered in Bridgeport, N.J., supplies automatic self‑priming portable pumps to a br