Maintenance & Reliability Technology Summit (MARTS)
May 23-25, 2005
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, IL,
Produced by Maintenance Technology & Reliabilityweb.com

The MARTS reliability curriculum, one of five learning tracks, begins with a pre-conference workshop on Reliability Centered Maintenance Fundamentals (RCM 101) by Peter Stock, Sentratech, and wraps up with a post-conference workshop on Reliability Engineering for Maintenance Practitioners by Vee Narayan, Effective Maintenance Ltd.

A unique series of conference sessions chaired by Jack R. Nicholas, Jr. (Maintenance Quality Systems) examine the Seven Elements of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM):

1. What are the functions of the asset in its operating context? Al Weber, IVARA Corp.

2. In what ways can it fail to fulfill its functions? Doug J. Plucknette, Reliability Solutions Inc.

3. What causes each functional failure? Nancy Regan, The Force, Inc.

4. What happens when each failure occurs? Pedro Dominguez, Strategic Technologies, Inc.

5. In what ways does each failure matter? Bill Mercier, T-Solutions.

6. What should be done to predict and prevent each failure? Richard Overman.

7. What should be done if a proactive task cannot be found? Bill Keeter, ARMS Reliability Engineers-USA.

* Plus a bonus discussion of an RCM benchmarking survey and RCM Scorecard by Jack R. Nicholas, Jr.

Register now at the conference Web site

Our precut Stainless Steel Shims are made from 304 stainless steel for durability and strength. They come in 4 different slot sizes: 21/32”, 25/32”, 1-9/32”, and 1-21/32”, and a variety of different frame sizes. We have packages of individual size shims from .001” to .125”, as well as Full Kits, Mini Kits, and Starter Kits with an assortment of different thicknesses of shims.

We also offer Aluminum and Plastic Shims and make custom shims and gaskets to your specifications in thickness, size, and shape.

Learn more about Mr. Shims Online

April 26 - Nashville, TN April 28 - Charlotte, NC
Sponsored by PdMA, EasyLaser and SDT

Join three industry professionals for a hands on seminar/workshop:

• Work hands on with the latest motor testing, alignment, and ultrasonic equipment
• Learn new tips and tricks from the pros
• Stay up-to-date on the latest product developments
• Network with other maintenance professionals
• Learn new applications vital to your job, with an immediate impact at your workplace

8:00 AM Welcome and Registration

8:30 - 9:30 PdMA Corporation - If preventing motor failures is your job this seminar is for you

9:45 - 10:45 Easy-Laser USA - Presents the latest in Laser Alignment and Measuring Systems

11:00 - 12:00 SDT North America - Presents: “Ultrasonic Inspection, Predictive Maintenance for the Masses”

12:00 - 1:00 Meet the speakers, Work with the technologies, Networking

Register by Phone: 1-800-667-5325 or…

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Wilcoxon Research has been manufacturing a wide range of vibration instrumentation equipment for 40 years. Founded in 1960 by former staff members of the David Taylor Naval Research Center, two essential goals were established then that still hold true today.

Goal 1 - Continuous contribution to the field of vibration instrumentation through research, development and manufacturing of high quality, innovative products.

Goal 2 - Provide impeccable customer service and customer satisfaction.

Adherence to these goals has provided Wilcoxon the opportunity to be recognized as a leading supplier of high quality, cost effective vibration sensors and related equipment.

Wilcoxon’s Total Lower Cost of Ownership means:
• World-class products and service,
• Greater than 98% on-time delivery,
• Industry-leading product quality and reliability,
• Competitive pricing, and
• Technology to enable your success!

Wilcoxon’s TLC Ownership - making it easy to do business.
Treating your machines and equipment with TLC!

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Powerful machine diagnosis in the field!

VIBXPERT is a lightweight, 2-channel, FFT data collector/vibration analyzer for monitoring and diagnosis of machine conditions. As a data collector, VIBXPERT records all forms of machine vibrations, bearing conditions, process data and visual inspection information. Collected machinery data is stored on an expandable Compact Flash Card (up to 1 gigabyte) and is transferred to the OMNITREND® maintenance software for further evaluation, report generation and archiving.

VIBXPERT provides comprehensive analysis functionality for the diagnosis of complex vibration problems, with an easy to use icon-driven platform. Its capabilities include: order spectrum, phase, cepstrum, cross-channel phase, orbits, run-up and coast-down measurements. Analysis tools, including various cursor types, machine-specific frequency markers, signal post processing, and extensive bearing databases are included for evaluating each spectrum. With an Fmax of 40KHz, up to 102,400 Lines of Resolution and a large ½ VGA screen, all machinery problems can be captured and easily analyzed. Alarm notifications based on ISO10816 or user-defined standards are identified with the aid of colored LEDs. If any of the spectrum’s broadband or narrow band limits are exceeded, the LEDs are also activated.

Please call Ludeca at 305-591-8935 or…

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This Self Study Course from Howard Penrose Ph.D. is based on the Instructor Led Distance Learning Course from MasteringMaintenance.com.

The CD includes narrated lessons reinforced with graphics and slides and a detailed workbook to support learning at your own pace. Self Study CD Course students can also take advantage of instructor interaction in the online Student Resources discussion area.

Level 1 covers the basics of AC industrial induction motors, theory and application. In the first section, the student will learn basic electro-mechanical theory, motor and transformer theory, insulation, motor connections (NEMA and IEC) as well as distribution and control basics. The second section covers application considerations for AC induction motors including selection and application. Application, energy efficiency, installation considerations and the basics of belted and direct drive alignment and tensioning will be covered. In the third section of Level 1, general maintenance and troubleshooting will be covered. Greasing, general maintenance and an introduction to the application of motor circuit analysis, electrical signature analysis, ultrasonics, vibration, infrared, multi-meter and insulation resistance testing is included.

An instructor led distance learning course option is also available.

To register or learn more about courses please call toll free (888) 230-5280 or…

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