Are you a purchasing agent trying to assess an overhead crane for replacement parts? Maybe you’re an engineer and need to create a custom industrial solution using an overhead crane. You might even be a dock worker in the market for a new crane hoist. All of these positions have one thing in common: overhead […]
No matter the industry, brake lining is essential to assure workers and products are kept safe. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration aims to identify workplace hazards and ensure safety is upheld. It’s not difficult to see why maintaining your industrial brakes is essential. You want your brakes to do what they need to do: apply friction […]
Did you know that putting off routine equipment maintenance is actually costing you money? It is, in the form of downtime. In fact, we’re talking about six figures. If you’re one of the 30.2 million small businesses in the U.S., this can be catastrophic. The good news is, you can prevent costly downtime. Even better news? We’re going […]
Every company wants to run at full efficiency. One minute of unexpected downtime costs big money. In fact, 81% of companies surveyed said 60 minutes of unplanned downtime costs them more than $300,000. However, it’s more than a loss of productivity and money. When your equipment fails, the safety of your employees is at risk. […]
Dock work is crucial to the ebb and flow of transported goods, and in turn, to the economy. The safety and smooth processing of dock work is also a must if you want to remain in business. Dock workers are at risk for workplace injuries, but you don’t want faulty equipment to retract from the […]
Whether you realize it or not, ball bearings are involved in many aspects of your life. They are in any machine with moving parts, as well as your car and your bike. Cave drawings show that at the very beginning of civilization, people discovered that it was easier to move cumbersome things by placing them […]
You need an industrial motor, but what kind should you get: AC or DC? That depends on what you’re trying to accomplish with the motor. There’s no clear winner in the DC vs. AC motor debate, but learning more about how each motor works can help you decide. First, let’s answer the question, “What is […]
Cranes can last decades if you buy them from a reputable brand and maintain them properly. But, no matter how much preventative maintenance you undertake, all machinery gives up eventually. The key is to know whether you can replace some parts or if you have to buy a new one altogether. Read this to find […]
Every industry aims for maximum efficiency and safety. One minute of unplanned downtime costs companies thousands of dollars. In fact, 98% of industrial organizations say one hour of downtime costs them at least $100,000. Regular equipment maintenance reduces potential downtime, thus reducing the chance of losing money. But having the right equipment and knowing how […]
When you’re in your car and hit the brakes, you probably don’t think about how they work… Unless they don’t. Finding out how frictional material works can help in more than just your car, though. It can also assist in an industrial setting where friction material is used. Keep reading to find out what you […]