Germantown, MD –– Wilcoxon Research, a leading supplier of quality vibration sensors and sensor networks, introduces a new side exit, low profile accelerometer with an integral cable. The 787F is the integral cable version of Wilcoxon’s extremely popular 787A side exit general purpose sensor with a permanent Viton boot and Teflon jacketed cable to provide protection in the harshest environments.

Trisca is focused on providing reliability and software services with the needs of its customers coming first. Trisca will use methods of RCM, Root Cause Analysis and Expedited Task Development using RCM techniques. Trisca relies on the expertise that every individual in the work place provides to ensure that everything is considered and all areas are covered. Reliability Lives Here!

People and Processes, Inc. is pleased to announce that Debbi Gray has joined the Business Development Team as a Senior Advisor.  Leveraging her knowledge and skills in the Reliability arena, Debbi has a unique ability to understand the needs of the partnering organization and craft a win-win solution for all involved.  As such, Debbi continues to serve as a trusted advisor for organizations wanting to move their Reliability efforts forward.  Before joining People and Processes, Debbi was an integral part of the Business Development team at Wyle, located in Jacksonville, Florida.

BURLINGTON, ON (January 21, 2008) – Ivara Corporation, the industry leader and innovator in asset performance management solutions, today announced that Allegheny Energy Inc., a leading electric utility headquartered in Greensburg, Pa., selected Ivara EXP Enterprise software to prevent equipment failure,
lower costs and improve operational performance.

Allegheny Energy is an investor-owned electric utility that owns and operates generating facilities and delivers low-cost, reliable electric service to over 1.5 million customers in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland and Virginia. The company will implement Ivara EXP Enterprise software at its Harrison Power
Plant in West Virginia to create technically validated equipment reliability programs that support a proactive process for asset care. Allegheny Energy expects to expand this initiative with the remainder of the generation fleet following the implementation at the Harrison Power Plant.

ROCK ISLAND, IL, January 16, 2008 --- Inpro/Seal Company, the Rock Island, IL, based manufacturer (and inventor) of bearing isolators reports that during calendar 2007, sales of their OM 32 Series Oil Mist Bearing Isolator far exceeded expectations.  Moreover, though thousands have been installed in refinery operations around the world, the company projects that significant growth will continue through the end of the decade, and beyond. 

The Academy of Infrared Training welcomes new Senior Thermography Training Professional Larry Welch.  Mr. Welch is Level I, II, and III certified.  He adds over 15 years experience in infrared inspection to AIRT’s training credentials. 

Rock Island, IL - January 13, 2008—Building on the ongoing success of their ability to positively seal equipment in dry powder and bulk process applications, Inpro/Seal company now offers two shaft-sealing systems for the containment of powders, abrasives, liquids and toxic vapors; the Air Mizer-PS and the Articulating Air Mizer- PS with upgraded design features.

CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA—January 11, 2008—XENONICS HOLDINGS, INC. (AMEX:XNN), a leader in high-intensity illumination and high-definition night vision technologies, announced today that it will launch SuperVision IlluminatorTM, an infrared illumination device designed to be mounted on Xenonics’ patented SuperVision hand-held, high-definition night vision system, at the SHOT Show in Las Vegas, February 2-5, 2008.

The Conference Board today announced the launch of its new Employer-Practices Locator, a web-based database that enables employers, reporters, and researchers to locate examples of specific actions companies have taken to address the challenges presented by the mature workforce. The Locator is part of a multifaceted program by The Conference Board on issues surrounding the aging workforce.

January 11, 2008
By Wil Chin, ARC

ABB recently briefed ARC on its 800xA Asset Optimization PAM (Plant Asset Management) solution.  ABB’s 800xA’s Asset Optimization provides real-time monitoring, notification and maintenance workflow process optimization for automation and production equipment, as well as plant infrastructure and IT assets.  800xA Asset Optimization brings all asset applications, including disparate information in automation and monitoring systems, together in a single user interface to provide a comprehensive view of the health and performance of all critical assets in the enterprise.