When purchasing a thermal imager, practical performance is a key consideration. Maintenance organizations require an imager that is affordable, reliable and easily operated by plant technicians. It should also have robust image processing capabilities that improve predictive maintenance results.
The Raytek ThermoView™ Ti30 thermal imager enables maintenance personnel to capture high-quality infrared images quickly and easily. Because the Ti30 collects 12 bits of information for every one of its 19,200 pixels, users in the field simply need to “aim, focus and shoot.” With a properly composed, well focused image, any analysis can be performed with the InsideIR™ PC software, in the quiet, comfort and safety of an office.
Palette settings, emissivity values, and reflected temperature correction values are easily changeable after the image is stored in the camera and downloaded to a PC running InsideIR. This allows one thermography specialist in a plant to manage a much larger infrared predictive maintenance program—and delegate inspection routing responsibilities to maintenance professionals who specialize in the equipment being inspected (e.g. electricians and mechanics). The trained expert is free to handle program management, image analysis and interpretation, and report generation.
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Powerful yet Affordable!
DLI's newest data collector / real time analyzer offers four-channel acquisition and high performance at a lower price than many single channel collectors with far fewer capabilities. Those who have used DLI collectors in the past will be pleased to see a new lower cost option that retains the look, feel and functionality of DLI's older products while offering even more features and options. A barcode wand is available to those who want to collect data without any hassle. Advanced features such as bode plots, orbits, full spectra, cepstrum and real time modes are available for those who want access to advanced analysis tools. Either way, the DCA-50 offers a unique blend of advanced features tempered with idiot-proof data collection options at a more than affordable price.
Features of the DCA-50 include:
• Optional 4 Plane Balance Software
• Large Color Screen and Touchpad
• 4 Channels of Simultaneous Data Collection
• Access to Baselines and Historical Data in the Field
• Complete Compatibility with ExpertALERT™ Software
• Excellent Graphics Interface and Graph Tools
• Real Time Data Display
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Unlike other infrared cameras, you can use the powerful, affordable E25 in all types of harsh industrial environments to find faults in electrical and mechanical systems quickly
and accurately. Store up to 100 JPEG images inside the camera for analysis on the camera or after downloading to a PC.
The E25 is the most accurate lightweight, handheld IR camera on the market today. Using the world’s best infrared detector material, vanadium oxide, the E25 sees temperature differences as small as 0.10°C and provides
19,000 picture elements in each image.
The E25 is built tough for hard work in the field and in all weather conditions and industrial environments — a critical design capability. Dust and splash proof, the E25 meets IP 54 standards. Unlike other cameras that might be “lab calibrated,” the E25 won’t seize-up in freezing cold, extreme heat, or other harsh conditions. Its exclusive Ambient Temperature Compensation (ATC) technology assures accuracy under the most challenging ambient temperature conditions.
Download images to your PC quickly and create basic reports with ThermaCAM QuickViewTM software and standard USB or serial cables. Document your findings simply by inserting the JPEG images into your favorite word processing program.
FLIR’s offering its E25 infrared camera at a first-time-ever price of $11,950. Lease for as little as $99 per month!
Call to learn more about the E25: 1-800-464-6372
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The easiest-to-use, most economical and comprehensive CMMS available!
MicroMain XM™ gives you the tools you need to streamline maintenance operations, maximize productivity and reduce costs. This asset-based computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) works because it’s set up the way you actually work.
With MicroMain XM, you can automate work orders, schedule preventive maintenance tasks and completely track assets. Plus you can track trends with comprehensive reports and make better decisions.
• Optimize work orders
• Increase asset life
• Report progress and results
• Issue purchase orders
• Track inventory levels
• Assign labor
• And more!
For a CMMS ROI Calculator and a more detailed listing of product features please call 512-328-3235 or
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By John Moubray
Initially developed by the aviation industry, RCM is rapidly becoming fundamental to the practice of maintenance management and is now in use at hundreds of industrial and service organizations around the world. This book provides an authoritative and practical explanation of what RCM is and how it can be applied. It is of vital importance to anyone concerned with productivity, quality, safety, and environmental integrity.
Written by an expert in the field who has helped users apply RCM and its more modern derivative, RCM2, at more than 600 sites in 32 countries. The second edition includes more than 100 pages of new material on:
• condition monitoring
• the analysis of functions and failures
• human error
• the management risk
• failure finding
• the measurement maintenance performance
CONTENTS
• Introduction to RCM
• The Plant Register
• Functions and Failures
• Failure Consequences
• Preventive Tasks
• Default Actions
• The RCM Decision Diagram
• Planning, Organizing and Controlling the Proposed Task
• The Nature of Failure and Technical History
• Implementing RCM
• What RCM Achieves
• A Brief History of RCM
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The ThermoJet® Oil Purifier is an advanced, effective and reliable product which purifies industrial lubricants, hydraulic oils and other similar fluids. The ThermoJet® utilizes the principal of air/gas stripping making it technically sound and mechanically simple. The patented design and process of the ThermoJet® delivers benefits and results not possible with other types of oil purification equipment and technology.
Benefits of Oil Purification
• All forms of water removed to below 100 PPM!
• Increase machinery reliability: No machinery failures due to poor oil quality.
• Eliminate oil changes by always keeping your oil like new.
• Reduce particle filtration: Water catalyzes rust and corrosion formation that in turn produces sludge. When Oil is maintained with water contamination below 100 PPM, corrosion, rust and sludge is eliminated. Filter changes are significantly reduced.
• Zero disposal of waste oil.
• No drum disposal.
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Receive a free Case Study detailing how a web-based CMMS built the foundation for improving equipment reliability at a Midwest manufacturer
Read this case study and see how eMaintenance, (Projetech’s hosted MAXIMO® environment), helped a steel manufacturer achieve its maintenance goals. MAXIMO is the global standard in software for asset and maintenance management. Using MAXIMO, organizations can meet compliance requirements, increase production, expand asset life and minimize inventory. Learn how this implementation by Projetech was completed on-time and within budget.
eMaintenance is perfect for organizations who want to focus on running their business rather than administering MAXIMO. Using the power of the Internet, eMaintenance allows customers to:
• Access asset and maintenance data from any global location 24x7
• Reduce up-front capital expenditures to implement
• Reduce IT support costs
• Implement rapidly
• Pay a flat monthly fee that includes software upgrades and help-desk support.
Projetech, Inc., located in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been a provider of services for MAXIMO users since 1990, when the company was founded. We offer MAXIMO training, consulting, implementation and system administration services in a variety of industries. If you have questions or suggestions, please contact us at (800) 611-2884 or info@projetech.com.
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This new Mobile Filtration System by Dingo is a compact, self contained filtration system equipped with high efficiency, high capacity elements capable of removing particulate contamination and/or water quickly, conveniently and economically.
It is perfect for cleaning up existing systems as well as for pre-filtering and transferring fluids. Remember, new fluid does not mean clean fluid! Most new fluids have contamination levels significantly higher than is recommended for most hydraulic systems.
The most attractive feature of the new Mobile Filtration System is the significant reduction in noise, being reduced from 91 decibels to 72 decibels at full load. Additional improvement include a modular base that eliminates hoses and fittings between components, a drip pan, and easier element servicing through the new patent pending K9 base-ported filter housing.
The MFD dual filtration unit can be used to remove both water and particulate contamination, or for staged particulate contaminant removal.
Typical Applications Include:
• Supplementing continuous filtration by system filters
• Cleaning up a hydraulic system following component replacement
• Filtering new fluid before it is put into service
• Transferring fluid from storage tanks and drums to system reservoirs
Visit the new Dingo Lubrication and Oil Analysis Web Store for details and be sure to request the 20 page catalog while you are there!
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Sprite™ is a low cost, modular, easy to install wireless vibration monitoring system that integrates seamlessly with DLI’s ExpertALERT™ software and portable data collection systems. Sprite™ is not an alarm system but an advanced diagnostic system that tells you exactly what mechanical fault is present in your machine, the severity of the problem, and a recommendation of what to do about it. Never has condition monitoring been so easy.
Look Ma, No Wires!
Don’t get up! Sprite™ will transmit information right to your desktop whether it is located in the plant or on the other side of the world. Each Sprite™ can handle up to 512 inputs of either dynamic or process data including DC voltages and 4-20 mA current loop sensors. Dynamic data include; vibration time waveforms, spectra, envelope demodulation, full spectrum, phase, speed and overall amplitude for a total picture of machine condition. BUT, why cable up 512 sensors to a central unit when it is far more cost effective to install multiple Sprite™ modules near the machines and link them wirelessly to your network?
Look Ma, No Software!
Sprite™ is also compatible with DLI’s Web Connect™ Internet based monitoring which makes raw data, expert diagnostic reports and reviewed reports available to anyone with the proper credentials via a standard web browser. Not only that, but DLI’s licensed engineers would be happy to review your data for you if desired. Why not? We’ve been doing this for other clients worldwide since 1966!
Call DLI toll free at (800) 654-2844 or...
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The ThermaCAM® E65 is the smallest, smartest infrared camera on the market today. Now with post-processing capabilities and the world’s most powerful infrared detector, the E65 offers unmatched temperature measurement accuracy and the best image quality. Interchangeable optics and calibrated for harsh environments, the E65 is rugged yet flexible, feature rich and affordable.
FLIR’s offering its E65 infrared camera at a first-time-ever price of $11,950. Lease for as little as $99 per month!
Call: 1-800-464-6372
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New Standard Institute’s free interactive software application is extracted from our computer based training (CBT) product – Gaskets and Bolted Flange Connections. This free software allows the user to choose the winding and filler material of a spiral wound gasket, and this tool will show the corresponding color coding for that type of gasket. Provided at no cost. Click the link below to learn more and to download.
Also available at our website is the full Gaskets and Bolted Flange Connections program. This training tool focuses on how to achieve a good flanged connection as well as the essentials of studs, bolts and nuts. Available as an instantly downloadable file or on CD, the training is enhanced with:
• Animations
• Interactive Exercises
• Narration
• Enlargeable Graphics
• Pop-up Definitions
• Word Search
• Quiz
Training that works ... for people who work.
New Standard Institute
84 Broad Street Milford CT 06460
203-783-1582
nsi@newstandardinstitute.com
www.newstandardinstitute.com
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Today's enterprise and asset management software systems positions maintenance management functions in a significant role. Maintenance management is no longer a passive function, but an aggressive cost management tool for informed management.
MaintiMizer™ CMMS, our Computerized Maintenance Management Software System (CMMS), will streamline your operation; by increasing production up time and lowering your overall parts cost.
Here's how:
• Ease of use - Everyone can use it effectively
• Our world class training and implementation team insures you success
• Your engineering principles are reinforced - PM routines add to the usefulness and life of assets and equipment
• Technology adds power - new processing power and reporting capabilities provide timely information vital to making power decisions
• Ties in the maintenance department as part of the management team - it puts the CMMS where it's needed and can be most productive
• Internet applications invite imagination for a new management tool
• Scope and functions - this CMMS is equally at home in facility or asset management, manufacturing, schools, government and many more industries.
For more information please phone:800.366.0793 or...
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The new intelligent Transmitter (iT Series) from Wilcoxon Research. The vibration transmitter that works smarter!
Wilcoxon’s signal-conditioning modules:• Interface with traditional ICP accelerometers
• Output to 4-20 mA data
• Can be used with existing PLC/DCS Networks for Condition Trending
• Provide dynamic output for more extensive vibration analysis
By utilizing your existing sensor infrastructure, Wilcoxon’s Total Lower Cost (TLC) Approach reduces the expense of online monitoring.
Go to Wilcoxon’s website to learn how you can order an iT Transmitter and receive a free accelerometer!
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When contemplating the purchase of an infrared thermal imager, it is wise to consider all factors that impact the total cost of ownership. In addition to initial purchase price, owners may incur high costs for operator training, software licenses, software upgrades, instrument calibration and instrument service.
With Raytek’s ThermoView Ti30 thermal imaging camera, maintenance organizations benefit from the lowest total cost of ownership for a full featured, radiometric imager, uniquely designed to support infrared predictive maintenance programs.
Raytek’s total solution packages all the hardware, software and training required in order to begin or expand an infrared inspections program. This complete, affordable solution ($9,950 MSRP) includes the easy to use Ti30 thermal imaging camera; all necessary accessories; companion Inside IR software for storage, analysis and reporting (the absence of a software licensing fee provides for unlimited usage and free periodic upgrades) and two-days of professional training in thermal imaging theory and applications from Snell Infrared. Raytek’s standard calibration and service rates are also extremely competitive for the industry.
The ThermoView Ti30 solution from Raytek truly delivers the “lowest cost of ownership” for a high performance, fully radiometric thermal imager.
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Are you looking for a single place to get everything you need for oil analysis?
Dingo's new 20 page Condition Based Asset Management catalog is packed with hundreds of items to help you get your program on the fast track to results. Sample kits from 19 labs, Sample Ports, Oil Safe(R) Storage and Handling, Sample Hardware, Software and Accessories.
Get yours today and take a step towards better oil analysis results and increased machinery reliability.
Dingo has three ways to get to these money saving products. You can download a pdf catalog, request a catalog by mail or shop 24 hours at our new online Webstore.
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ExpertALERT™ 3.0’s Universal Link Technology, links quickly and easily to any third party software programs, documents and images. Now you can easily access and organize all of your PdM technologies from ExpertALERT with the click of a mouse. ExpertALERT links to anything!
Link to:
• IR Images
• IR Analysis Software
• Oil Analysis Results
• Maintenance Manuals
• Repair Logs
• Websites
• MS Word Documents
• Acrobat Files
• CAD Files
• Programs
…..anything!
ExpertALERT 3.0 is coming soon!
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Asset Tracking at Your Fingertips
Accurately track assets, record meter readings, update equipment specifications, and assess asset conditions with xmATRAK™, asset-tracking software from MicroMain.
xmATRAK allows you to easily track assets throughout your building or enterprise using a bar code scanner and a Tablet PC. By capturing information electronically, you’ll increase accuracy and save time in compiling valuable asset data.
With the Tablet PC and attached bar code scanner, you can easily accomplish a physical count of assets room by room, floor by floor, or building by building. Simply scan asset barcodes to enter data on the spot.
xmATRAK allows you to quickly inventory new facilities or accomplish regular inventories at your sites. With asset data scanned and automatically entered into the Tablet PC, you can build or update your database immediately.
Accurately track asset moves with xmATRAK and identify missing or misplaced assets. You can also document asset locations for insurance purposes.
The xmATRAK module is used with the MicroMain XM™ computerized maintenance management system. All asset information is automatically entered into the CMMS database, where it is used to create comprehensive reports.
Affordable and easy to use, xmATRAK gives you complete asset tracking control … at your fingertips!
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By Daryl Mather
This is the first book to seriously tackle the subject of bringing Asset Management into line with other areas of corporate activity. Through a unique adaptation of the balanced scorecard approach to asset management, it provides a structured approach for both the development of strategy and its implementation. Additionally, readers will find a catalogue of indicators along with their uses and weaknesses, a definitive guide to measuring the success of RCM programs, and a logical format that leads them from start to finish with information and hints on each phase of the maintenance scorecard approach. If you or your company need to manage physical assets, you need this book!
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