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Keeping plant operations slick with multipoint solution
The most common cause of bearing failure in an industrial plant is improper lubrication. Which is why a multipoint lubrication system is recommended, particularly for large operations such as those typical in the building material manufacturing sector, says lubrication expert Mandar Shivalkar. “The key point to understand is that over-lubrication can be just as damaging … Continue reading Keeping plant operations slick with multipoint solution
May 21, 2020 0 comment
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Keeping operations fluid with Shell’s global bespoke lubrication solutions
Building material manufacturing plants are often equipped with bespoke and uncommon production components that are not readily available locally and, in many cases, not available internationally. Should a lubricant-related failure occur, this can affect the entire production process and ability of the site to manufacture its finished product. “Using lubricants manufactured from high quality ingredients … Continue reading Keeping operations fluid with Shell’s global bespoke lubrication solutions
May 6, 2020 0 comment
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Reducing operational costs through good lubrication
Extending the life of heavy gear for cement manufacturers is crucial for them to save operational costs associated with maintenance. Manufacturers’ Monthly finds out why from the John Sample Group. Cement manufacturing is a vital part of the Australian economy and a significant national industry that employs over 1,300 people directly and more than 5,000 … Continue reading Reducing operational costs through good lubrication
April 15, 2020 0 comment
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Industrial consumables tailormade for Australian manufacturers
Enabling safer practices was first and foremost on their mind when CBC Australia established their own house brand Marlin Industrial Products to supply industrial consumables, including cleaning chemicals and materials handling equipment, to building materials manufacturers. With their significant technical knowledge in keeping equipment and machinery in optimal working health, CBC noticed that understanding industry … Continue reading Industrial consumables tailormade for Australian manufacturers
January 28, 2020 0 comment
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How a chemicals supplier became an agile solutions provider
CRC Industries manufactures products that keep machinery and fleet equipment performing at its peak. While they are known as a maintenance and repair products supplier, with more than 50 years’ experience in the industry, they have become an agile solutions provider. As a solutions provider, the company is able to cater to the diverse maintenance, … Continue reading How a chemicals supplier became an agile solutions provider
January 16, 2020 0 comment
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Bearing the burdens of Sheet Glass manufacture
A key facet of most all buildings & architectural structures is sheet glass. The “float glass” continuous production process presents some challenging application demands for bearings and related components. Whilst the glass production machinery manufacturers design and select components such as bearings to match the operating requirements, the ever-increasing pressures for greater production output means … Continue reading Bearing the burdens of Sheet Glass manufacture
January 15, 2020 0 comment
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No lubricant bearings developed for heavy industry
Recent testing has confirmed that igus’s iglidur Q2E can withstand up to 130 MPa. The bearings, designed to be used in construction machines, agricultural machines, utility vehicles and offshore installations, are made from high-performance plastics. Distributed by Treotham in Australia, these bearings are lubrication and corrosion free. Due to not needing lubrication, maintenance requirements are … Continue reading No lubricant bearings developed for heavy industry
June 26, 2019 0 comment