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What to look for in a plasma cutting machine: Part 1
December 1, 2014 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

You’ve done your research — plasma cutting versus oxyfuel cutting — and you’ve determined plasma cutting is the right process for you. Now it’s time to buy a machine. Where do you start?…

When does it make sense to use a plasma cutter?
December 1, 2014 by Lincoln Electric (Canada)

Do you need a cutting tool for occasional repair and maintenance work? Have you recently embarked on a new project that requires higher cutting volumes? Are you looking for an alternative to your…

Product diversity necessitates smart web searching
December 1, 2014 by Wenglor Sensoric Canada Inc

The diversity of sensors available to product developers, engineers and users is nearly unmanageable. There are many options — and every option has even more options. How do you choose the one that’s…

Network security solutions help manufacturers protect against breaches
November 29, 2014 by Panduit Canada Corp

Network security is a real concern for many industries — including manufacturing — whether the breach is deliberate or accidental, an internal threat or an external threat. Networks are vulnerable on multiple levels…

Five elements of an effective lockout/tagout program
November 29, 2014 by Panduit Canada Corp

Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) is a process to control energy hazards for preventing accidental startup or release of stored energy during setup, maintenance and servicing of equipment. It’s a necessary process to keep your employees safe on…

Good vibrations: One way to avoid machine downtime
November 28, 2014 by Dalimar Instruments Inc

In a manufacturing plant, it is very important that the machines on the production floor are well maintained and monitored to avoid downtime. Measuring the vibration of machinery is one way to avoid costly…

Cut to the chase: Must-have features of cutting tools
November 28, 2014 by Motion Industries Canada

Cutting tools are designed to remove workpiece material — typically metal — using one or more cutting edges. They are either single-point tools, such as turning and boring tools, or multi-point tools, like…

Core drilling, Part 2: Questions you need answered
November 27, 2014 by Fein Power Tool Company

When precise drilling of holes is required in metalwork pieces, a core drilling system may be the answer. Fein Power Tool Company has compiled a list of frequently asked questions related to core…

Divide and secure: The wire mesh partition solution
November 27, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

Some industrial facilities require partitioned areas to control access to products, equipment or processes, for either security or safety reasons. Wire mesh partitions are a cost-effective solution for dividing and securing warehouse space,…

Nine benefits of pulsation dampeners and surge suppressors
November 26, 2014 by York Fluid Controls Ltd

Positive Displacement (PD) pumps create pulsation and hydraulic shock due to the reciprocating nature of their stroking action, potentially damaging the entire pumping system. A good pulsation dampener and surge suppressor should remove…

Industrial fluids: Find the best solution for your application
November 26, 2014 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

Industrial fluids are integral to any manufacturing process. Cutting fluids, hydraulic fluids, coolants, cleaners, lubricants and metalworking fluids play a big role in your operations — and there are a lot of options…

Factors to consider during tooling integration
2014年11月26日,由工程起重系统&Equipment Inc.

End-of-arm tooling is integrated with overhead lifting equipment such as hoists, process arms, rigid column manipulators and workstation arms. This tooling is used in a variety of applications, including automotive manufacturing, workstation assembly,…

Selecting the right material handling solution
November 25, 2014 by Avenue Industrial Supply Co. Ltd.

Having the right material handling solution decreases the chance of injuries, and ultimately leads to increased productivity for your company. Scissor lifts and lift tables, for example, can help increase productivity on assembly…

The evolution of Bohne Spring — from piano strings to mechanical springs
November 25, 2014 by Bohne Spring Industries Ltd.

Bohne Spring was established in Canada in 1891, known then as W. Bohne & Company Limited. The company was first formed to manufacture piano hammers for the Canadian Piano Producers, later adding on…

Custom fabricator cuts lead time in half
November 21, 2014 by Alps Welding Ltd

Over the years, Alps Welding’s commitment to customer service has allowed the Woodbridge, Ont.-based custom fabricator to develop a reputation as the ”go-to” shop for projects with a tight timeline or that have…

A modern way to accelerate your test capabilities
November 20, 2014 by Durham Instruments

Many test engineers using high-speed data acquisition tools believe it is often easier to use a paper chart recorder to quickly evaluate test data rather than trying to examine the PC’s data acquisition…

Three ways to keep your conveyor clean
November 20, 2014 by Associated Industrial Brush Co. Ltd.

Many industrial environments rely on conveyors to efficiently move materials from one location to another. If the systems aren’t properly maintained, though, the result is often downtime. And just like that, the company…

Condition monitoring keeps machinery running at top performance
November 19, 2014 by Wainbee Limited

Condition monitoring is a major component of preventative maintenance. It helps determine the condition of machinery during operation, and identifies significant changes, which could be indicative of a developing fault. Parker Kittiwake specializes in online…

Fastener distributor revamps website
November 19, 2014 by Advance Fasteners Ltd

紧固件,小姐ssauga, Ont.-based fastener distributor, has updated its website to provide visitors with a comprehensive range of industrial fasteners and supplies online. The site features hundreds of product lines and tens of thousands…

How to create a flexible and scalable industrial environment
November 19, 2014 by Excess Space Solutions Inc

In warehousing and manufacturing environments, demands often change. As business grows, you may need to move things around to accommodate that growth. Flexibility and scalability are key. Portable in-plant offices and demountable wall assemblies…

Seven ways to put industrial cables to the test
November 19, 2014 by Lapp Canada Inc

Industrial cables play an important role in today’s production environments. They can be found in automotive plants, machine tools, instrumentation, robotics, industrial automation and many more applications. But to ensure reliability and safety, they must…

Father-son business helps metalworkers find reliable measurement solutions
November 18, 2014 by Rotem Industrial Products Inc

Precision machining cannot have its name without accurate measuring instruments and industrial gauging equipment. Toronto-based Rotem Industrial Products is a father-and-son business, headed by Art Larman and his son, Paul, that delivers high-quality…

A 12-step guide to the safe operation and maintenance of cantilever racking
November 18, 2014 by Econo-Rack Storage Equipment

When using cantilever racks in your facility to store large or awkward items, there are a number of factors that need to considered to ensure the safe operation and continued maintenance of the…

Manufacturer increases tool life 50 per cent with cold gun
November 18, 2014 by Exair LLC

戴夫灰色有工作时频繁的问题n Okuma vertical machining centre at Positech Corporation’s Fairfield, Ohio, facility, which manufactures intricate machined parts for the automotive, motorcycle and aerospace industries. Whenever…

Three features to look for in your next data acquisition system
November 18, 2014 by Durham Instruments

To ensure the most efficient production process, today’s manufacturers must acquire accurate measurement data from their production systems. A data acquisition (DAQ) and control system that provides detailed, meaningful information related to force,…

How Alps Welding bonds together more than just welding parts, but also the welding community
October 30, 2014 by Alps Welding Ltd

Since its inception more than four decades ago, Alps Welding has been a leading custom fabricator of choice for professionals, equipment designers, plant operators and end users, from Southern Ontario, North America, to…

Get more done today with our quick tutorial on music wire and garter springs
October 22, 2014 by Bohne Spring Industries Ltd.

Manufacturing precision mechanical springs, metal stampings and strip and wire forms is both an art and a science. To combine the best of both artistic and scientific worlds, we aim to deliver precise…

Gould Fasteners delivers competitively priced high-quality fasteners and electronic hardware to industries since 1979.
October 16, 2014 by Gould Fasteners Ltd

Quality and customer service excellence sets Gould Fasteners apart from other fastener companies. We offer a value-added service providing full inspection (to MIL DTL 105E) of the parts you purchase from us. This…

CPV seals up the o-ring competition: say hello to our 6000 PSI o-seal valve series
September 16, 2014 by CPV Manufacturing

Oh what a difference an o-ring makes. Whether designed as a water seal valve or a valve seal eliminating dry air, o-rings are the humbly yet hugely significant piece of gasketing material designed to…

Make a perfect fit by using metric hydraulic compression tube fittings
September 12, 2014 by Williams Fluidair Corporation Limited

Play plumber for the day once you get to speed on compression tube fittings, which are a handyman’s or handywoman’s staple pipe or valve coupling component. The anatomy of a hydraulic compression tube…

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