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January 26, 2007   What is an Arc Flash?

Think of an arc flash as a short circuit through the air. In an arc flash incident, an enormous amount of concentrated radiant energy explodes out wards from the electrical equipment (see video on our web site), creating pressure waves that can damage a persons hearing, a high-intensity flash that can damage their eyesight and a superheated ball of gas that can severely burn a workers body and melt metal. The pressure waves can also send loose material like pieces of damaged equipment, tools and other objects flying through the air.

Arc flash is a serious hazard that can be devastating to those exposed to it.


Find out more about Arc Flash at IRISS online

January 26, 2007   Mikron Infrared M7800 Camera is Now Available with DualVision!

Mikron’s economical, easy-to-use, high-performance infrared PPM camera, with laser pointer and digital visual recording is now available with visual and thermal image functionality.

What is DualVision? DualVision is the ability to display a thermal-over-visual image, on the M7800’s sizable 3.5” LCD. The percentage of the overlayed thermal image can be adjusted from 0-100%, allowing the operator to pin-point problems faster! Both types of images can be downloaded via USB 2.0.

The M7800 still features a 320x240 resolution, displayed on its sizeable 3.5” articulating LCD. Three optional lenses are compatible with the M7800, including the revolutionary Mikron SpyGlass™ Lens.

For more information, call 1-888-506-3900 or…


Find out more about DualVision online

January 26, 2007   Shaft Alignment: Move Over to Easy Street

Make the move to our Model D450 shaft alignment system and you will never turn back. It is simple to use and learn and it has all the features that you would expect from a more expensive model.

Easy-Link PC Software to store files and generate reports, built in Tolerance Tables, Thermal Growth compensation and a Value Filter to stabilize the readings in a harsh environment. Only $5500.00!


Visit Easy-Laser Online to learn more

January 26, 2007   Intrinsically Safe accelerometers from Wilcoxon Research

Wilcoxon Research has received Intrinsic Safety certification for two of its most popular low cost accelerometers: the 786 and 787.

Obtaining the Intrinsic Safety (IS) certification means that Wilcoxon’s 786 IS Series and 787 IS Series units can be used where flammable or explosive materials are present without causing electrical sparks or “hot spots” strong enough to cause ignition of gases or dusts in the air.

The 786 IS Series includes an integral cable model (the 786F) and the first dual output accelerometer with temperature sensor to receive IS certification (the 786T). The 787 IS Series are side exit, low profile units.

Wilcoxon 786 IS series and 787 IS series are certified as Intrinsically Safe for:
Class I, Division 1 rated for Groups A, B, C, D
Class II, Division 1 rated for Groups E, F, G
Class III, Division 1
Class I, Zone 0, Ex ia IIC T4 (zone approval for Canada)
Class I, Zone 0, Aex ia IIC T4 (zone approval for US).


To learn more about Intrinsic Safety, check out Wilcoxon’s Knowledge Desk

January 26, 2007   Safe Clean Pouring - New Disposable Funnel

Trico’s Industrial Fast Funnels are the simple, convenient and clean way to pour. Intended for one-time use, each funnel remains clean and compact until separated from the header and opened. Made of coated, heavy grade paper stock, they can be used with most lubricants and liquids and are designed to fit a wide variety of orifices as small as ¾” in diameter. Since a new funnel is always ready for use, particle contamination and fluid cross-contamination is virtually eliminated.


Find out more about Fast Funnel

January 19, 2007   PdMA’s 13th Annual Motor Reliability Technical Conference

Are you responsible for monitoring your company’s motors/assets? “Strike Gold” with PdMA’s 13th Annual Motor Reliability Technical Conference “Discover the New Frontier of Motor/Asset Management,” highlighting the trends and advancements in the predictive maintenance industry.

Hear electricians, technicians, and engineers share experiences with their own predictive maintenance systems, while case study presentations and keynote speaker provide valuable knowledge that you can immediately take home and utilize in your motor management role.

From PdMA motor experts providing in-depth analysis of fault zones to real-life case studies presented by your peers, this conference is a must for anyone using predictive motor technologies.


Find out more about PdMA’s 13th Annual Motor Reliability Technical Conference

January 19, 2007   Concerned about NFPA70E?

The revolutionary C-Range Hawk IR Sightglasses are the only product of their type to be deemed Arc-Resistant and can be retro-fitted to electrical equipment providing thermographers with maximum protection.

The next generation C-Range IR Sightglasses not only allow infrared scanning of high voltage equipment without removing the cover but can protect personnel should a sudden explosion occur.

The C-Range IR Sightglasses with CLIRVU optic offer unrivalled safety and protection to IR personnel when scanning live high voltage switchgear and electrical equipment in general.

You can safely expand your infrared programme into areas previously not possible.

For more information please contact Hawk IR on 1 877 4 HAWKIR or email .


Find out more about HAWK-IR online

January 19, 2007   SDT 170M+ Let’s Lube Techs Hear More

Want an easy-to-use digital acoustic lube kit that can store and generate basic reports in Excel or Word? The SDT170M+ Lube Tech Kit is perfect for you.

The 170M Lube Tech kit is specially configured with the accessories required to do the job right, plus a simple PC interface that transfers your day’s work directly to MSWord or Excel.

Our Acoustic Grease Gun Adaptor works in combination with the Lube Sensor for repeatable condition monitoring and accurate re-greasing. Plug in the Infrared Temperature accessory to detect rapid heat fluctuations; a sure sign of over-greased bearings.

The SDT170M+ Digital Lube Tech Kit bridges the gap between your grease gun, your ultrasonic data collector, and your PC.

For a limited time receive a FREE Allemite Grease Gun when ordering your Lube-Tech Kit and Hear More.


Find Out More About SDT 170M+ Lube Tech Kit

January 19, 2007   Proactive Testing of Electric Motors

The ALL-TEST PRO family of testers includes the ALL-TEST PRO 31, an inexpensive tester that is the perfect tool for Pro-Active as well as Trouble Shooting of electric motors.
By testing all motors, new or repaired, before installing, many hours of unnecessary assembling and/or disassembling are saved.

The ALL-TEST PRO 31 is also widely used to troubleshoot motors after a fault is suspected. It eliminates the guesswork whether the problem is mechanical or electrical; in the motor or in the attached machinery.

Many users of FVDs are also using the testers for evaluating the health of the motors before installing the drives.

Using a range of frequencies, the patented ALL-TEST PRO 31 checks for internal faults such as turn-to-turn and coil-to-coil faults, impedance and inductance unbalance between windings as well as ground insulation and rotor faults.


Find out more about the ALL-TEST PRO 31

January 19, 2007   5 Pillars: Maintenance & Reliability Professional Review Course

By: Nobreakdowns.com – Arms Dealer for the Maintenance Battlefield

Instructor: Dave Krings - CMRP, BSME

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Dates: February 22-23, 2007 (details forthcoming)

Cost: $795/person, $695/person for groups of 3 or more

Join us in Las Vegas, Nevada for this popular and fun course, designed for those preparing to take the Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) exam. This comprehensive session covers each of the five topic areas contained in the certification in detail. Spend Thursday and Friday in class, and stay for the weekend!


Click here to register, and view more information