Corrosion is a problem that affects many types of materials, but metal alloys are most at risk. When metal corrodes, the chemical makeup of the alloy deteriorates as oxidation takes place. This can weaken certain …
Most large machines and equipment vibrate a little bit during their lifetime. Industrial, electrical and gas equipment with many moving parts and pieces may vibrate, shake or shift around more frequently than machines with fewer …
Machinery Vibrations: Normal or a Sign of Damage? Continue Reading»
Naturally occurring and human-made, polymers are chemical compounds made from molecules that bond to form a powder or liquid. When used in fiber, paint, adhesive and lubricant production, polymers help create strong, long-lasting products. Comprised …
Mercury is an organic element found naturally in the Earth’s crust and an inorganic compound commonly used in manufacturing. Although thermometers and barometers come to mind when considering items manufactured using mercury, the compound can …
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Batteries are an essential part of life as electronics can be found everywhere these days. From flashlights to smartphones, all kinds of devices utilize battery power, and lithium-ion technology batteries have become some of the …
Lithium-Ion Technology: Fueling Today’s Electric Vehicles Continue Reading»
The petrochemical industry serves many more purposes than producing fuel for vehicles or power plants. Refineries access the molecular profile of raw petroleum products to acquire a variety of new chemical substances essential for many …
Petrochemical Industry Supplies Materials For Numerous Manufacturers Continue Reading»
People are aware that large factories build products like vehicles or washing machines, but complex manufacturing systems are also needed for pharmaceutical production. The process of mixing medicinal compounds and forming them into tablets, capsules, …
Cleaning And Sanitation Practices Prevent Pharmaceutical Contamination Continue Reading»
The commercial printing industry relies on a number of different machines to produce everything from books to billboards. Printing equipment includes screen printers, offset printers, digital printers, laser printers, and more. Good printing results depend …
Follow Printing Equipment Paper And Ink Requirements For Best Results Continue Reading»
Elevators are found in all kinds of multi-story buildings, and even if you live in a rural community where tall buildings are rare, you’ve probably ridden an elevator at least once. For some city dwellers, …
What’s the Difference Between A Freight Elevator And A Passenger Elevator? Continue Reading»
Self-driving cars were slated to be the next big thing just a few short years ago, but it looks like the hype has stalled out. Although self-driving navigation is still a work in progress and …
Why the Dream of Self-Driving Cars Has Stalled Out Continue Reading»
