Maintenance
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A BETTER WAY TO SERVICE WAY COVERS
The seemingly minor problem of a way cover breaking down on a huge machining center can cause substantial downtime on the factory floor because the way covers require considerable labor to remove, repair and replace them. What?s the solution?
REBUILD OR BUY NEW' HOW TO RENEW LIFTING EQUIPMENT
Before purchasing new equipment, do this evaluation: Should a crane or other lifting device be modified to fix a recurring problem? Can it be upgraded to handle larger loads, more severe duty cycles or temperature extremes? Here?s how to answer those questions.
'SCRAPPING' THE SCRAP REMOVAL PROBLEM
The story of how conveyor builder Magnetic Products helped one Midwest manufacturer overcome an unusually high drop from the pass line onto the scrap removal conveyor of its recently installed press.
START YOUR ENGINES FROM THE START
Colin Roberts of SKF reports how on-line monitoring is critical for the high productivity and quality achieved with multifunction machine tools used to produce engines in a Dongfeng Honda plant in China.
BELLOWS-TYPE PROTECTIVE COVERS FOR MACHINE TOOLS
Bellows from A & A Manufacturing Company include machine way and linear rail and bearing covers, ballscrew and cylinder rod covers, die set shields, and more.
TURNING POINT: FIT AND FORGET
Sliding slewing ring bearings are a low-cost replacement for expensive roller bearings, but Tom Miller of igus explains why the environment, loads, speeds and rpm, and other parameters must be considered before selecting the right type of bearing for your application.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT CONSIDERATIONS WITH TODAY'S DRIVE SYSTEMS
Michael Perlman of Siemens Industry reminds us that it?s a process, not a product, and he explains how multiple drive factors contribute to system energy efficiency.
QUICK ON THE DRAW
Can a machine actually be rebuilt to run better than when it was new? Dana Budney and Chester Perry of Essex Machine Tool Services answer by showing how they use advanced power drawbar technology to rebuild and remanufacture conventional vertical turret lathes to CNC.
INDUSTRIAL VACUUMS FOR METALWORKING OPERATIONS
Nilfisk CFM industrial vacuums easily and quickly collect and discharge metalworking fluids, saving time and costs.
A NEW CONCEPT IN INDUSTRIAL CLEANING
The Rubbermaid DVAC 1 Pass Cleaning Solution allows cleaning professionals to collect waste and recycling, dust, and vacuum in a single pass.
CHECK-UP ON PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR HYDRAULIC PRESSES
Guest columnists Thomas Lavoie and Carl Jean of Greenerd Press & Machine Company explain how, by knowing when a hydraulic press is running well or is in need of attention, and by consistently conducting preventative maintenance, the lifespan of a press can be significantly increased to maximize your investment.
STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABILITY
Need to reduce your costs in these tough times? Opportunities for sustainability improvements can be found in virtually every piece of equipment and among all applications and processes ? and the rewards can be substantial. Check out this nugget of ideas from William C. McGlocklin of SKF USA.
