RELIABILITY® Magazine is the first reader supported magazine dedicated specifically to the elements required for Physical Asset Management including Machinery Reliability, Predictive Maintenance and Machinery Condition Monitoring Technologies such as Vibration Analysis, Airborne Ultrasonics, Infrared Thermal Imaging, Motor Testing and Oil Analysis. We also focus on Maintenance Strategies and techniques such as Root Cause Analysis, Reliability Centered Maintenance, Operator Based Maintenance, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and Enterprise Asset Management.

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Prevent in-service lubricant degradation on high-vibration applications

Des-Case Corporation, an innovator of breather technology for industrial markets, today announced the extension of its product family with the launch of the Des-Case Disposable Steel breather. The sturdy DS breather prevents dirt and water from entering fluid reservoirs, providing the ideal solution for the management of lubricant condition in mobile equipment.

The patented design combines 1-micron filtration with the water adsorption capabilities of silica gel into one cost-effective package to effectively eliminate ingression of dirt and water through the filler/breather port. Featuring a rugged metal housing and stainless steel standpipe, the DC-DS breather is durable, resistant to vibration, and can withstand high temperatures.

“By design, off-road equipment tends to be exposed to large amounts of dirt and water in a high vibration environment,” said Jon Haworth, product development engineer at Des-Case Corporation. “Eliminating the potential for lubricant contamination, mobile equipment operators can simplify maintenance efforts.”

When only clean, dry air is breathed into the system, significant cost reductions are realized. Savings are evident not only through extended oil drain intervals, but also through prevention of premature component failure and by limiting rebuilds.

The unit is available with several adapter options, including a proprietary design feature for extreme humidity and high outflow applications, which creates a virtually sealed system. Like all Des-Case breather models, the disposable steel unit incorporates a field adjustable flow. Vent holes can be adjusted to meet the specific airflow requirements of the system. This controlled breathing mechanism provides longer desiccant life due to minimal moisture loading.

The disposable breather should be changed when the silica gel color indicator turns from blue to pink, visible through the indicator window—or—after one year of service.

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Ultrasound inspection is one of the most important components of any predictive maintenance and reliability program. The demand for ultrasound technology is on the rise. Driving this demand is a need for inspectors to expand their inspections from basic condition monitoring to detailed diagnostics.

SDT’s Ultranalysis kit allows inspectors to listen to and record wave files from any ultrasonic inspection tool. Files are uploaded directly to PC via USB connection. Visualize ultrasound in the time and spectrum domain using SDT’s AVM Ultranalysis software (included).

To learn more call SDT North America: 1-800-667-5325 or…
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Armstrong has updated its Steam-A-ware Sizing and Selection Software on CD!

Easy-to-use solution source for steam, air and hot water systems including:
• steam traps
• pressure reducing valves
• control valves
• temperature regulators
• water heaters
• mechanical condensate pumps

Use the software to select various types, sizes and configurations of products to fit any steam/hot water application. Steam-A-ware allows you to store multiple product specifications in a schedule and access Armstrong’s Solution Source Handbook and complete library of educational and product specific materials from the CD or the web.

Click here to order your copy of the Armstrong Steam-A-ware Sizing

Insight Services believe an educated customer really understands why they are taking oil samples. The more knowledge they have, the greater monetary return to the program.

You are invited to request the Insight Services booklet designed to guide you to an effective oil analysis program for increased reliability.

Request The New Practical Guide To Oil Analysis Booklet

May 23-26, 2005
Rosemont (Chicago) IL
Part of the Maintenance & Reliability Technology Summit

The Maintenance and Reliability Professional Review is a 3-day course designed to provide comprehensive coverage of the skill sets included in the Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) exam. For those wishing to achieve certification as a CMRP, this course will provide a solid review of the best practice maintenance management techniques that the Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals Certifying Organization (SMRPCO) has developed as the international standard. Secondly, leaders of maintenance and reliability organizations will certainly gain valuable new insights to be applied within their operation for cost savings and improved operational performance.

The course is structured to discuss each of the 5 Pillars as outlined in the SMRPCO Body of Knowledge: Business & Management, Manufacturing Process Reliability, Equipment Reliability, People Skills and Work Management. The content will be presented in an fun and informal format, allowing maximum interaction and real-world examples of the concepts discussed. Attendees will experience exactly what is required to build a truly world-class maintenance program from the ground up, and how to avoid the common pitfalls and resistance to change that often occur.

Each attendee will receive a spiral bound course workbook, a 9-part outline booklet for construction of a new maintenance organization, access to the MasteringMaintenance.com online quizzes, and unlimited access to the MasteringMaintenance.com online discussion board. For more information about the course, please contact Dave Krings at http://www.MasteringMaintenance.com , (888) 230-5280 or by email at

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Learn more about The Maintenance and Reliability Professional Review Course at MARTS-2005