Are you a LinkedIn user looking to connect with peers in the manufacturing and maintenance sector? While LinkedIn hosts a variety of industry groups—ranging from Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters to Industrial Maintenance and Maintenance & Reliability—many focus on broad, global topics. If

Ineffective lubrication erodes profit margins. In one automotive case, a scheduled gearbox replacement was postponed because oil‑analysis data were ignored, leading to a catastrophic failure six months later and a 12‑hour plant shutdown that cost $15 million. Lubrigard Ltd. (a division of WearCheck

In a recent interview, Mike Deckert, vice‑president of Flo Components Ltd. and an automatic‑greasing specialist, identified the most critical lubrication challenges facing industry today. Deckert is a respected member of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) and has taught pa

Lauren FlickManufacturing jobs often carry a negative stereotype: dirty, backbreaking, low‑paying work that’s largely reserved for men. Separating myth from reality is essential for anyone considering a career in this vital sector.Myth 1: Manufacturing Jobs Pay PoorlyReality: A 2013 Joint Economic C

From automotive giants like GM to iconic food brands such as Aryzta, our machine shop delivers precision bearings and power transmission components across a wide spectrum of industries. Explore below how we tailor solutions to meet each sector’s unique demands. Food Processing We partner with food

This article is provided by Baldor Electric Company. Electrical maintenance engineers in process industries confront a double‑edged challenge: every minute a motor is down can cost a plant thousands of dollars, yet the expertise needed to predict motor health is scarce and often hidden behind compl

Introduction Maintaining equipment while controlling labor and replacement costs is a core challenge for maintenance managers. Since motors and drives can be expensive to replace, a disciplined approach to testing and troubleshooting can extend their service life and unlock significant savings. Thr

Michel Theriault, founder of Success Fuel for Managers in Guelph, Ontario, reminds us that data is only valuable when it drives action. Likewise, Professor Dr. A.K.S. Jardine—recently director of the Centre for Maintenance Optimization and Reliability Engineering (C‑MORE) at the University of Toron

The future of manufacturing is a topic of constant debate—onshoring trends, a shrinking skilled‑worker pipeline, and rapid tech adoption. Below, five leading voices in the industry share their insights on where the sector is headed. Adam Robinson, Marketing Manager, Cerasis In the latest IDC Manu

Routine motor care is essential, but did you know that rogue electrical currents can blast bearings, dust can bring drives offline, and the wrong screwdriver can make motors behave unpredictably? Learn from on‑the‑job experts how to avoid these pitfalls.Tip 1 – Perform regular health checks on motor

How an ultrasound inspection saved hundreds of thousands of dollars by finding vacuum leaks hidden beneath thick pipe insulation. A major industrial facility faced a critical need to locate a vacuum leak in a pipe insulated with 1.5‑inch thick rock wool wrapped in aluminum. Downtime was estimated

Four essential considerations for selecting and maintaining bearings in food and beverage processing. Food and beverage facilities expose bearings to some of the toughest conditions: high‑pressure washdowns, frequent contact with acids, cooking fats, detergents, moisture, extreme temperatures, and

Why Storage Matters Equipment failures aren’t new—what changes is how we protect machinery while it sits idle. Even the most robust bearings can develop false brinelling, a wear pattern that can cripple a conveyor in a single shift. The cost of replacing a single bearing can reach $100,000, and the

Keeping an extra motor on hand is essential for minimizing downtime when a production unit fails. To ensure that stored motors are as reliable as those in service, they must receive the same level of care. Two primary risks arise during prolonged storage: condensation damage to windings and bearing

A newsprint mill recently reached out after discovering a persistent noise in a single‑stage gearbox that had just returned from a local refurbishment. From day one, the unit was flagged for weekly vibration monitoring in an effort to pinpoint the source of the issue. Vibration data pointed to a po

When designing linear belt‑drive systems—such as those that move carriages or masses back and forth—it’s crucial to understand the allowable belt working tensions for synchronous belts. Although these applications differ from high‑speed power transmission, the underlying physics of tension and load

It may come as a surprise that leading bearing and power‑transmission manufacturers—Baldor, SKF, Loctite, Timken, NSK, and Gates—are not only active on social media but truly excel. They leverage Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube to showcase products, share company news, and offer maintenance

In an era of constrained capital, extending the operational life of heavy equipment like centrifugal pumps is more critical than ever. These pumps are both costly and indispensable across nearly every industry, making their reliability a key lever for productivity and cost control. Unexpected break

A metal pipe manufacturer was facing frequent downtime caused by linear bearing failures on its Nakata saw. Contamination led to two breakdowns per year, disrupting maintenance schedules, cutting production, and eroding profits. NSK industry specialists evaluated the situation through our AIP Asse

SKF has unveiled the TKSA 31, an entry‑level laser shaft alignment solution designed to simplify the alignment of rotating equipment while keeping costs low. The compact unit shares the proven design of the higher‑spec TKSA 41 but delivers comparable accuracy with a reduced price point. The trade‑o