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Meggitt Provides Custom Vibration Monitoring Solutions
May 22, 2013 - For over 50 years Wilcoxon Research® products have been developed based on extensive understanding of the precise measurement requirements needed for condition monitoring. Meggitt’s experience in quality and innovation strengthens vibration monitoring technologies by fulfilling customers’ evolving requirements.
New Website Launched with Information on Sustainable Lubricants and Hydraulic Fluids
With the launch of the website www.biolubricants.eu interested parties have access to unbiased information on lubricants and hydraulic oils that are less toxic and better biodegradable than products based on mineral raw materials.
Mechanical Failure Prevention Conference Draws Over 200 Attendees
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA (21 May 2013) - A joint conference of the International Society of Automation (ISA) and the Machinery Failure Prevention Technology (MFPT) Society attracted more than 200 attendees to Cleveland, Ohio, USA last week to learn about the latest advances in instrumentation and mechanical failure prevention, and to discover practical synergies between the two long-standing professional associations.
New Induction Bearing Heaters Launched
LUDECA, Inc. proudly announces the addition of two new models -the EDDYTHERM Portable and the EDDYTHERM 2x- to their line of induction heaters.
Caterpillar Endorses AMT For Mining Products
Caterpillar Inc. has officially endorsed iSolutions International Pty Ltd.‘s AMT Asset Management software as “their preferred software tool for the management of Caterpillar mining products”
ISO 55000 Asset Management Standard Update
ISO/PC 251 had held its fourth meeting in June 2012. Following that meeting Draft International Standard (DIS) versions of its three standards had been released for ballot; each had been approved by a significant majority, allowing ISO/PC 251 to enter the Confirmation Stage.
DP World To Transform Asset Management Practices Across Its Global Operations
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 12 May, 2013: As part of its drive to improve efficiency, DP World has launched the industry’s largest asset management programme, covering its entire global operations.
Industrial Innovations Zero Drip Nozzle Eliminates Lubrication Waste
Wyoming, Michigan, May 7, 2013— Industrial Innovations, a leading provider of industrial lubrication equipment, announces the availability of its Z (zero drip)-nozzle with magnetic base that secures the nozzle tightly to its mount, yet can easily be moved and repositioned as needed for various applications.
Advanced Manufacturing Focus of June 10-14 Conference
MADISON, Wis. - Featuring a broad swath of leading-edge research from around the world, an advanced manufacturing research conference June 10-14, 2013, will draw nearly 500 academic, industrial and governmental participants to the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center in Madison.
New SMRP Award Program Launched
ATLANTA - The Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP) is announcing the launch of the CMRP of the Year Awards to recognize outstanding achievement among the 3,500 individuals possessing the SMRP Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) certification. The CMRP is the top credentialing program for certifying knowledge, skills and experience of M&R professionals and is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).
ISA Publishes New Book to Help Manufacturers Move to Real-time Operations Intelligence
Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA (6 May 2013) -The International Society of Automation (ISA) announces that it has published the third collection of its Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) methodology white papers designed to help manufacturers transform their paper-based processes into real-time operations intelligence that drives innovation and optimizes global supply chain management.
Michigan Manufacturing International: A New Name and a New Web Site
Stevensville, Md., May 1, 2013 - Michigan Mechanical, a leading broad line supplier of high-quality mechanical assemblies and components, is pleased to announce the company’s new name: Michigan Manufacturing International (MMI). The new name provides a more accurate description of the company’s services and reflects its global presence.
New Precision Temperature Controller with User-friendly Software and Data Retrieval
Oven Industries features a Temperature Controller with easy-to-use software.
Meggitt Introduces New Shock Accelerometers
Meggitt Sensing Systems, a Meggitt group division, has introduced the Endevco® model 7284 series, a family of lightly damped, high g triaxial piezoresistive shock accelerometers, designed to support weapons testing, high g data recorders, missile fuzes and other extreme g applications. These very rugged sensors, available in 20,000 g and 60,000 g ranges, offer superior survivability and low power consumption.
Testo Announces New IRSoft 3.2 Thermal Imaging Software
Testo Thermal Imaging is excited and proud to announce the availability of their next generation thermal imaging software.
PAS Brings Focus to Human Reliability
Human Reliability offers next big opportunity for improving industrial profitability and safety.
Intellischematic Receives Patent for Machine-Specific Documentation Application
IntelliSchematic receives patent for “Methods and Systems for Machine-Related Information Delivery,” U.S. Patent No. 8,401,675 B2.
Bentley Systems Supports ‘Water For People’ with Major Donation
EXTON, Pa., U.S.A. - April 22, 2013 - Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the leading company dedicated to providing comprehensive software solutions for sustaining infrastructure, today announced that it has contributed $100,000 to Water For People in support of the organization’s work improving water systems in emerging economies around the world.
Nordic Paper in Sweden Standardizes Its Condition Monitoring With SPM
Norweigan/Swedish forest industry company Nordic Paper AS standardizes its condition monitoring, making SPM Instrument the main supplier of vibration monitoring technology for rotating equipment in all three production units in Sweden. The overall objective is to facilitate maintenance operations, reduce maintenance costs and increase productivity.
Meggitt Sensing Systems Announces Launch of Endevco® Three-Channel PE/IEPE Signal Conditioner
April 10, 2013, San Juan Capistrano, California, USA - Meggitt Sensing Systems, a Meggitt group division, has announced the global market launch of the Endevco® model 123, a low-cost, microprocessor controlled, three-channel PE (Charge mode)/IEPE (Voltage mode) bench top signal conditioner.

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Thermal Imaging Conference June 3-6th, 2013 San Diego, CA USA - June 4
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