March 2009 – PEM e-News
Dear Readers,
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| Greg Bork (left), president of FLIR Canada, presents a new FLIR infrared camera and Extech clamp meter to Encana Corporation representatives R.J. Robinson and Shane Tebb. |
Welcome to the PEM March e-newsletter. We have begun the process of finding this year's PEM Maintenance Award winners, sponsored by FLIR. Making a submission is even easier this year with our online form. Just click through on the story below to find out more and make your submission. Get national recognition for the work that you do.
I look forward to any feedback you have on what you read here. Let me know if there's particular information you are looking for and we'll do our best to bring it to you in this monthly e-newsletter.
Regards,
Robert Colman
Online Editor, PEM
rcolman@clbmedia.ca
INDUSTRY NEWS
PEM 2009 Maintenance Awards - make your submission today!
The PEM Maintenance Awards, sponsored again this year by FLIR, were first introduced in 1999. Through this program, PEM gives maintenance and facilities managers the opportunity to tell their own success stories. Enter your nomination now to be considered for the PEM 2009 Maintenance Awards.
To read the full story, click here.
Tooling U releases sixth version of manufacturing training website
Cleveland, OH—Tooling U, a provider of online training for the manufacturing industry, has released the sixth version of its website. Since originally launching the site in 2001, Tooling U has periodically released updated versions. This latest version adds various features to assist training administrators with the use and reporting of the site.
To read the full story, click here.
Industry leaders say more energy-efficient practices are essential in an economic downturn
Milwaukee, WI—Rockwell Automation has released a new white paper that explores how world class brands, The Boeing Company, Coca-Cola and General Mills, use sustainable production practices to help manage today's economic challenges. The paper, Perspectives on Sustainable Production: Delivering Economic Value and Serving Greater Good, features viewpoints from a variety of sustainability executives, all of whom consider sustainable production practices a necessity during the current economic downturn.
To read the full story, click here.
In a tough economy, facilities managers can boost efficiency and save money
Mississauga, ON—Fluke Corporation, a provider of portable electronic test and measurement and thermal imaging technology, has published guidelines and tips for facility managers under pressure to cut energy costs in these tough economic times.
To read the full story, click here.
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In the PEM March-April issue:
- CMMS Systems: Top CMMS expert David Berger provides valuable advice to help maximize computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) systems. Also find out why CMMS systems aren't utilized to their full capability.
- Boiler Report: It pays to strive for boiler efficiency in your facilities. These helpful tips will enable you to improve critical boiler performance.
- Gearbox Tips: From time to time, it's important to give your gearbox a needed boost. Oil seals and lubricants play a key role in the process.
And more!
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 Precision-crafted screwdrivers
Weidmuller announces the addition of several new screwdrivers, screwdriver sets and electric torque screwdriver bits to their extensive line of high-quality tools.
For full information on the product, click here.
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Airspray and electrostatic spray gun
Combination cabinets