SmartSignal xConnector - Predictive maintenance support gets better
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Lisle, IL — SmartSignal Corporation announces that six leaders of the power-generation industry already have purchased SmartSignal xConnector since its introduction in fall 2009. Customers include Constellation Energy, BC Hydro, RRI, NV Energy, APS, and Bruce Power.
CANTON, OH — The Timken Company is introducing a new line of Type E tapered roller bearing housed units that set a new performance standard for industrial bearings. The new housed units are ideal for rugged applications, such as in process and material-handling equipment. They feature enhanced-performance bearings, double lip seals, corrosion-resistant housings and locking collars – all of which provide advanced operating levels compared with current industry leading designs utilizing standard Timken bearings, including: 55 percent longer design life, 10 times more sealing ability, and superior corrosion resistance.
Stainless steel housing increases reliability and longevity of flowmeters
Written by REM Staff
Emerson Process Management announces the expansion of its Rosemount 8800D Series of Vortex flowmeters to include stainless steel transmitter housings, which are often required for applications in corrosive environments. This new stainless steel housing increases the reliability and longevity of the transmitter in these environments, greatly reducing the overall cost of ownership.
Extech Instruments says its EX540 digital multimeter is the first hand-held multimeter to offer wireless data streaming to a laptop or PC for data logging or "real-time" monitoring. The new DMM is part of the EX500 series of industrial multimeters, considered the "toughbook" of multimeters, says the company. The new Extech is a true RMS DMM that, in addition to wireless data logging, can log up to 9,999 readings internally. It also reads voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, frequency (with dual-range sensitivity for electrical and electronic work), duty cycle (dwell), continuity, diode testing (2.8V), and even temperature (using its Type K thermistor bead probe), says the company. The Extech EX540 includes double-moulded test leads, USB wireless receiver, temperature probe, magnetic hanging strap, 9-volt battery and carrying case. Additionally, NIST calibration is available.
The Lincoln Electric Company enhanced its Vantage 500 engine-driven welder with a new model in a compact case. Now, at the same dimensions as the Vantage 300 and 400 models, the Vantage 500 Perkins is sized for truck beds where available space and weight capacity are limited. This new model is designed to handle the most demanding construction, pipeline, rental fleet or repair applications, says the company. All Vantage 500 models feature a standard stainless steel roof and side panels for reduced maintenance and corrosion-resistance, as well as simple controls to minimize training time, says the company. This engine-driven welder offers multi-process capabilities, including stick, TIG, MIG, flux-cored and the new arc-gouging mode. The machine provides 500 amps of pure welding power at 100 percent duty cycle or 525 amps at 60 percent duty cycle (rated at 104 degrees Fahrenheit/40 degrees Celsius), says the company.
Air compressors are costly to run and maintain, so any reduction of air usage will result in large financial savings in both the running cost of the compressors and maintenance reductions. The amount of compressed air that positioners consume at steady state is important. Low air consumption means the positioner is more economical from an operating standpoint with higher energy savings. In many control loops with correct PID tuning, the control actuator may move only small amounts during the control cycle and the percentage of time at the steady-state position is high. ABB Instrumentation says its TZIDC Digital Positioner provides best-in-class low air consumption at steady state (0.015 scfm) regardless of the air supply pressure.
Cleveland, OH — Lincoln Electric has introduced the new Excalibur 10018-D2 MR low hydrogen stick electrode for all-position welding of a variety of carbon-manganese, chromium-molybdenum and low alloy steels typically found in offshore welding applications.
Universal Boot accommodates up to four pipes of various sizes
Written by Rob Colman
Agawam, MA – OMG Roofing Products has introduced the QuadFlash pipe boot that provides a fast and efficient option for sealing single or clusters of rooftop pipe penetrations. Unlike pitch pockets that can crack and fail as penetrations expand and contract, the QuadFlash boot accommodates building vibration and pipe movement to provide a permanent watertight and maintenance free flashing solution.
Volvo to equip all general purpose machines with CareTrack telematics system as standard
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Volvo Construction Equipment has announced it will fit as standard its remote monitoring (telematics) system on all larger machines – along with a no charge 36 month CareTrack service subscription.
The Ultralok Construction Tooth System is the latest innovation from ESCO, a supplier of performance wear parts for the construction industry. ESCO has put together a program with its dealers to offer special deals for conversion to the Ultralok Tooth System — a decision that will improve your machine performance and lower your operating costs.
