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December 2008 – PEM e-News
Welcome to the December edition of the PEM e-Newsletter!

PEM's 2008 READER SURVEY

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Since 1977, PEM has been Canada's total reliability magazine. Our goal remains to make PEM your number one information source.

Over the years, the strength of PEM has been its loyal 18,000+ readership. As PEM Editor, I want to let you know how much we value your support and input!

I encourage you take part in our reader survey. Two winners will be randomly selected on January 5, 2009 by PEM to win $100 Canadian Tire gift certificates.

Please click on the highlighted button link that will take you to the simple CONFIDENTIAL online questionnaire form.

Let's hear from you today!

Cheers,

Robert Robertson, PEM Editor
PEMAC Allied Member
rrobertson@clbmedia.ca
www.pem-mag.com



INDUSTRY NEWS

From left, PEM editor Robert Robertson presents the PEM 2008 Maintenance Awards plaque to R.J. (Rob) Robinson, Christina Lake operations superintendent, Upstream Operations Integrated Oil Division; and Shane Tebb, MMP, maintenance coordinator, Christina Lake Upstream Operations, Integrated Oil Division.

From left: Greg Bork, president of FLIR Systems Canada (and official sponsor of the PEM 2008 Maintenance Awards), presents a new FLIR infrared camera and Extech clamp meter to Rob Robinson, Christina Lake operations superintendent, Upstream Operations Integrated Oil Division; and Shane Tebb, MMP, maintenance coordinator, Christina Lake Upstream Operations, Integrated Oil Division, for the Christina Lake maintenance team.

EnCana wins PEM 2008 Maintenance Awards

AURORA, ON—Calgary-based EnCana Corporation's Christina Lake SAGD facility is the winner of the PEM 2008 Maintenance Awards. There are currently a total of 75 employees and contractors at the Christina Lake facility with a maintenance staff of approximately 25 people. And at the end of the day, nothing moves without maintenance.

To read the full story, click here.


Get ready for WorldSkills Calgary 2009

CALGARY, AB—WorldSkills Calgary 2009 is part of a global movement to develop, recognize and inspire young people in the skilled professions. Over its 58-year history, the WorldSkills Competition (formerly known as the 'Skill Olympics') has established itself as the premier showcase for young skilled professionals (aged 17-22).

To read the full story, click here.


Modicon Advance Program helps out Alcan

TORONTO, ON—Schneider Electric says Alcan's Grande Baie, QC, primary aluminum production facility recently migrated from the Modicon 800 series to Quantum PLCs, through its Modicon Advance Program (MAP).

To read the full story, click here.





In the PEM December issue:

  • Picking Power: Corporate Express Canada benefits from using paperless picking technology in eight distribution centres.

  • Future Fleets: Intelligent fleet management enables companies to improve lift truck performance and reduce maintenance costs.

  • Cool Wheels: Selecting the right caster for the job is the first step. Check out these other helpful tips for your industrial casters.

    And more!

HOT PRODUCTS

Hybrid electric forklift

Komatsu Forklift recently unveiled its new hybrid electric forklift. Komatsu said it developed this system in response to customer demands for a more energy efficient electric forklift that would run for long periods of time at peak performance levels. The Komatsu electric hybrid delivers by working for 11 hours per day with a one-hour opportunity charge during the shift, says the company.

For full information on the product, click here.


EVENT CALENDAR

Check out the Event Calendar on the PEM Web site for upcoming industry seminars, conferences, shows and training sessions.

Got an event you want us to include on the Web site? Please send an email to PEM editor Robert Robertson: rrobertson@clbmedia.ca.