http://ezinearticles.com/?cat=Business:Industrial-Mechanical EzineArticles.com - Trusted By Millions as The Source For Quality Original Articles http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/ Industrial Engineering has to do with the analysis and design of people, processes, and technology so as to accomplish the goals of an organization. The history of Industrial Engineering is imbeded in the application of these disciplines to the analysis and design the manufacturing system. Tue, 13 May 2008 10:50:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of-Industrial-Engineering&id=1161260 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-History-of-Industrial-Engineering&id=1161260 To determine what seems to be causing issues with the order-cycles in every business establishment involved with marketing goods-perishable or non-perishable-it is important for transportation analysis to be conducted. This study aims to measure associated costs to the freight business that hampers the delivery of stocks. In many major industries, the most common problem that shoos customers away is the absence of the product itself-commonly referred to as out of stock. Tue, 13 May 2008 10:21:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Transportation-Analysis-Will-Result-to-Logistics-Management&id=1165658 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-Transportation-Analysis-Will-Result-to-Logistics-Management&id=1165658 Gas production KPI is an indication of how the business will do. Doing it right will ensure the business will move on to the desired goal. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:31:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-To-Check-Gas-Production-KPI&id=1167096 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-To-Check-Gas-Production-KPI&id=1167096 The gas transmission scorecard is one tool that helps in benchmarking access systems in a certain area's gas transmission. There are aspects typically included on this tool. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:30:43 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Components-of-the-Gas-Transmission-Scorecard&id=1167090 http://ezinearticles.com/?Basic-Components-of-the-Gas-Transmission-Scorecard&id=1167090 An oil refining scorecard, in essence, is just like any scorecard in any industry. All industry structures need a scientific and data driven approach to measure how the performance impacts the business as an entity and economy as a whole. Failure to meet some specifications may not only bring downfall to the company itself but to the other industries that depend on its output, especially oil. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:16:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Elements-of-an-Oil-Refining-Scorecard&id=1172756 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Elements-of-an-Oil-Refining-Scorecard&id=1172756 One of the many ways to measure efficiency for an oil company is through oil refining metrics. These are indicators of how well it is performing not only in terms of financial stability, investment return, industry structure and scalability, and product salability, but other factors that may not be felt by end consumers. These are factors that significantly impact global politics. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:15:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Untold-Oil-Refining-Metrics&id=1172753 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Untold-Oil-Refining-Metrics&id=1172753 With the advancement of technology, people can ship and receive commodities more efficiently. But is there really a significant difference when it comes to logistics vs transportation? Tue, 13 May 2008 09:12:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Rundown-On-Logistics-Vs-Transportation&id=1172739 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Rundown-On-Logistics-Vs-Transportation&id=1172739 Poor logistics performance is caused by several factors that are considered uncontrollable. It is important to know what these factors are to deal with them accordingly. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:12:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Challenges-of-Logistics-Performance&id=1172736 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Challenges-of-Logistics-Performance&id=1172736 Transportation performance is vital to the existence of the company. It serves as a means of advertising by itself and ensures sustainability of product delivery. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:03:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Essence-of-Transportation-Performance&id=1165689 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Essence-of-Transportation-Performance&id=1165689 When it comes to versatility a backhoe offers many features. You might say they are the jack of all tasks. Getting a great deal on a backhoe will be an excellent thing for you or your company. You should consider a used backhoe to help keep costs down. Tue, 13 May 2008 09:00:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Backhoe-Loader-How-They-Work&id=1166157 http://ezinearticles.com/?Backhoe-Loader-How-They-Work&id=1166157 Are you a designer who understands the wear mechanisms of pump failure? If so, that's great. Now, here's how to reduce their occurrence. Tue, 13 May 2008 08:49:52 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wear-Resistant-Coatings-Your-Ticket-to-Reduced-Pump-Wear&id=1166091 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wear-Resistant-Coatings-Your-Ticket-to-Reduced-Pump-Wear&id=1166091 With the upcoming presidential elections just around the corner, one cannot but wonder how the thermal spray coatings industry will get affected. This article explores how the next president of the United States can affect the thermal spray industry. Mon, 12 May 2008 16:49:04 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Will-The-Thermal-Spray-Industry-Flourish-Or-Flounder-Under-The-Next-U.S.-President?&id=1160972 http://ezinearticles.com/?Will-The-Thermal-Spray-Industry-Flourish-Or-Flounder-Under-The-Next-U.S.-President?&id=1160972 Aluminium alloys are always an excellent choice of metal for home machining. It can be used on mini-lathe to make telescope parts or camera adapters and other helpful bits and pieces. Mon, 12 May 2008 15:49:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-You-Need-Anodizing-of-Metals&id=1165380 http://ezinearticles.com/?Why-You-Need-Anodizing-of-Metals&id=1165380 Although Sea Travelers have drastically reduced because of increase in commercial aviation but still ships are very effective for short journeys and luxury cruises and shipping is still the prime transporter of fright in the whole world. Modern shipping is extremely efficient solution for moving great amount of non- perishable goods. Mon, 12 May 2008 10:51:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shipping-The-Merchant-Ships&id=1162293 http://ezinearticles.com/?Shipping-The-Merchant-Ships&id=1162293 An important control to have in place, for every industry, is the knowledge of when to start and when to stop a process. This is when a level switching instruments is needed. In this article we look at Capacitance sensors and conductance level switches. Fri, 09 May 2008 15:59:57 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Switching-Measuring-Principles-of-Capacitance-and-Conductive-Sensors&id=1159298 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Switching-Measuring-Principles-of-Capacitance-and-Conductive-Sensors&id=1159298 In all industries, knowing when to stop or start any process is crucial. If you are filling, emptying, protecting or controlling processes, for every business the security and reliability of these systems is paramount. Unnoticed failure of switching systems and their ability to detect can cost money. Fri, 09 May 2008 15:59:27 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Switching-Measuring-Principles-of-Vibrating-Level-Switches&id=1159218 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Switching-Measuring-Principles-of-Vibrating-Level-Switches&id=1159218 Custom injection molding is a perfect fit for the lean manufacturing process. It is much more than cleaning up and putting posters on the wall though! Thu, 08 May 2008 14:47:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Lean-Manufacturing-Process-In-Custom-Injection-Molding&id=1162880 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Lean-Manufacturing-Process-In-Custom-Injection-Molding&id=1162880 A pneumatic sealless tool is a tool that is not generally used within a home environment, but is used in an industrial setting where it is necessary to strap together products for shipment. A homeowner who may buy one of these tools may find that they would be better off with duct tape or some rope for strapping materials rather than a pneumatic sealless tool that is used forstrapping heavy items together. The pneumatic sealless tool is a handheld tool that is great for strapping flat packages. Thu, 08 May 2008 11:21:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-Pneumatic-Sealless-Tool-and-What-Industries-Would-Benefit-From-Having-This-Tool?&id=1157075 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-a-Pneumatic-Sealless-Tool-and-What-Industries-Would-Benefit-From-Having-This-Tool?&id=1157075 What to look for in an Auto Darkening Welding Helmet. There are expensive Auto Darkening Welding Helmets, and there are cheap Auto Darkening Welding Helmets. Is there any difference? How do I know which Auto Darkening Helmets are any good? Wed, 07 May 2008 17:10:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Auto-Darkening-Welding-Helmet-Review&id=1153437 http://ezinearticles.com/?Auto-Darkening-Welding-Helmet-Review&id=1153437 What are capacitive sensors used for? Capacitive sensors can be used for level indication, continuous level measurement, level detection and switching on solids or liquids. Unaffected by pressure and vacuum along with highly resistant coatings and rugged designs it makes the capacitance sensor a great technology for aggressive products. Wed, 07 May 2008 10:12:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Capacitance-Sensor-FAQ&id=1138820 http://ezinearticles.com/?Capacitance-Sensor-FAQ&id=1138820 Seal friction and wear can be problematic, never-ending. Unless, of course, you consider these factors in your design. Wed, 07 May 2008 08:55:54 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Low-Friction-Coatings-Prevent-Wear-on-Seals&id=1153118 http://ezinearticles.com/?Low-Friction-Coatings-Prevent-Wear-on-Seals&id=1153118 Geometry isn't the issue to your die or mold wear, you say? And your workpiece material can't be changed? Finding the remedy is easy, once you add these considerations. Tue, 06 May 2008 14:29:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wear-Resistant-Coatings-Extend-Die-and-Mold-Life&id=1151222 http://ezinearticles.com/?Wear-Resistant-Coatings-Extend-Die-and-Mold-Life&id=1151222 Lost Foam Costing is a sub type of Investment Casting. This type of casting method uses foam pattern as the investment. This method benefits from the advantages of the foam properties helpful to make simple and cheap castings. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:17:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lost-Foam-Casting-Process&id=1148373 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lost-Foam-Casting-Process&id=1148373 Metalworking is the title given to any art form, craft, hobby or trade that involves working with metal. Metal is pretty useless in its natural state. Someone must know how to change the form of metal in order to make it into something useful. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:14:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Examining-the-Importance-of-Metal-for-Industrial-Societies&id=1149907 http://ezinearticles.com/?Examining-the-Importance-of-Metal-for-Industrial-Societies&id=1149907 Creating and object from a piece of metal is truly an amazing process. When looking at sculptures and metal structures one may take for granted the time, effort, and ingenuity that were required to form and create the object being admired. In fact, forming and shaping metal is challenging. Many people have devoted lifetimes to careers that focus their lives on the bending and shaping of metal. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:13:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Shaping-and-Forming-Metal&id=1149872 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Shaping-and-Forming-Metal&id=1149872 Although the discovery of metal is amazing, the various ways of working with metal are equally amazing. Many people have established their lively hood through the trade of metal working. Metal working encompasses any trade, practice or craft which uses metal to create individual parts, assemblies or large scale structures. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:11:24 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Things-That-Make-the-Metal-Working-Industry-So-Amazing&id=1149850 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Things-That-Make-the-Metal-Working-Industry-So-Amazing&id=1149850 Metal has had a strong impact on the history of civilization. In the early years, cave people slowly began to understand the elements in the environment. The need to make life easier by using tools to complete daily tasks was present among the earliest of cultures. People are adaptable and will utilize the resources available to them. For the first humans, those tools were simple and consisted of the basic known elements of the time such as rock, wood and bone. As people became more intelligent new inventions were came about making life even easier and allowing for even more social progression. A couple of the earliest novel ideas include the wheel and, most importantly, the discovery of fire. After early humans began to understand the properties of fire, it was only a matter of time before the existence and usefulness of metal was uncovered. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:10:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Exploring-the-Various-Uses-for-Shaped-Metal&id=1149820 http://ezinearticles.com/?Exploring-the-Various-Uses-for-Shaped-Metal&id=1149820 Since the discover by ancient peoples that metal can be liberated by applying heat to rock ore, methods for extracting and manipulating metal materials have been rapidly refined. The interest in metal working is sparked by modern society's need for metal products and tools. It seems like everything from household tools to automobiles and skyscrapers are products of metal forming. Today's population has become dependent on metal to complete daily tasks and function in society. For that reason, metal forming has become and increasingly important trade. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:09:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Using-the-Roll-Forming-Process-to-Shape-Metal&id=1149796 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Art-of-Using-the-Roll-Forming-Process-to-Shape-Metal&id=1149796 Since the dawning of ancient civilizations, people have sought out ways to make life easier. Even humans today attempt to find ways to complete more work in a shorter amount of time. Ancient people had the same desire and thus tools were developed to aide in the completion of daily tasks. With the discovery of metal ore, and the process of applying heat to extract the metal from the ore, the complexity of tools significantly increased. Even today tools constantly become increasingly complex with new advances in engineering. Throughout the years of progress, increasing demand prompted the development of more efficient and precise ways of manipulating metal. Modern metalworkers use a variety of different metal forming machinery to reshape metal into varies parts and components. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:08:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Methods-for-Forming-Sheet-Metal&id=1149764 http://ezinearticles.com/?Methods-for-Forming-Sheet-Metal&id=1149764 Today, metal continues to be valuable as evidenced by the fact that an entire industry of metal workers exist solely to shape metal into usable objects. Over the years as technology and the demand for metal objects have increased, the methods for forming metal have also progressed. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:07:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Process-of-Forming-Metal&id=1149741 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Process-of-Forming-Metal&id=1149741 Metal working, like it sounds, refers to the art of working with, and shaping, metal to create individual parts, assemblies or large scale structures. Because metal working encompasses a broad variety of goals, it includes a wide range of skills and tools used to practice the trade. Generally, there are three categories in the metal working process. These categories are forming, cutting and joining. Tue, 06 May 2008 11:07:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Process-of-Metal-Working&id=1149661 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Process-of-Metal-Working&id=1149661 When buying equipment for your business, don't overlook resale equipment. Pre-owned often makes sense, especially if you're a small-business owner, don't require high-volume output or frequent use. Mon, 05 May 2008 16:45:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Overlook-Good-Quality-Used-Machinery-For-Your-Business-Needs&id=1146865 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dont-Overlook-Good-Quality-Used-Machinery-For-Your-Business-Needs&id=1146865 In this article, we will review the specific assets disposal options mining companies can use to assist with the sale of surplus heavy equipment. There is big dollars involved in the disposition of mining equipment and this article will give you some possible solutions for your organization. Mon, 05 May 2008 16:27:18 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mining-Equipment-How-To-Sell-Your-Surplus&id=1147094 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mining-Equipment-How-To-Sell-Your-Surplus&id=1147094 Experienced injection molders often struggle initially when processing many of today's high-temp, high-performance thermoplastics such as PEEK (polyetheretherketone). Here are a few simple guidelines to ease the transition and help you on your way toward medical-grade molding enlightenment. Mon, 05 May 2008 16:09:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Injection-Molding-PEEK-Processing-Tips-for-High-temp-Materials&id=1146981 http://ezinearticles.com/?Injection-Molding-PEEK-Processing-Tips-for-High-temp-Materials&id=1146981 The Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM/QMB) is an extremely sensitive mass sensor, capable of measuring mass changes in the nanogram range. QCMs are piezoelectric devices fabricated from a thin plate of quartz with electrodes affixed to each side of the plate. Mon, 05 May 2008 11:29:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Machine-Olfaction-Device-(MOD)-Sensors-(Part-Three)&id=1147076 http://ezinearticles.com/?Machine-Olfaction-Device-(MOD)-Sensors-(Part-Three)&id=1147076 Experienced injection molders often struggle initially when processing many of today's high-temp, high-performance thermoplastics such as PEEK (polyetheretherketone). Here are a few simple guidelines to ease the transition and help you on your way toward medical-grade molding enlightenment. Fri, 02 May 2008 16:49:03 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Injection-Molding-PEEK-Processing-Tips-for-High-temp-Materials&id=1146981 http://ezinearticles.com/?Injection-Molding-PEEK-Processing-Tips-for-High-temp-Materials&id=1146981 Using Lean Manufacturing in the workplace helps to reduce waste in time and material, it also helps improve your efficiency levels by improving upon the material and work flow. Lean Manufacturing takes the cooperation of everyone from the utility worker in the Maintenance Department on up to the Plant Manger. Fri, 02 May 2008 16:32:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lean-Manufacturing-in-the-Workplace&id=1121446 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lean-Manufacturing-in-the-Workplace&id=1121446 Learn the basics techniques and processes of Metal Casting. Learn about Sand Casting and Spin Casting. Fri, 02 May 2008 09:33:51 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Metal-Casting-Processes-and-Metal-Casting-Techniques-Described&id=1138895 http://ezinearticles.com/?Metal-Casting-Processes-and-Metal-Casting-Techniques-Described&id=1138895 Logistics KPI or key performance indicators can help managers develop strategies and make decisions that will positively impact any organization's logistics. This article discusses the KPI concept and its application to logistics. Fri, 02 May 2008 09:02:30 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Making-Good-Use-Of-Logistics-KPI&id=1144985 http://ezinearticles.com/?Making-Good-Use-Of-Logistics-KPI&id=1144985 Casting is a process in which liquid material made from heating metals, is poured in a module, to give the liquid a desired shape. Then the liquid is cooled and a solid object in the desired shape and size is obtained. Casting Jewelry is the latest "in-thing" in the fashion markets. Fri, 02 May 2008 08:26:07 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Casting-Jewelry-Information-and-How-to-Cast-Jewelry&id=1141127 http://ezinearticles.com/?Casting-Jewelry-Information-and-How-to-Cast-Jewelry&id=1141127 In many working arenas it is imperative that you find good protective apparel for your lungs. There are many hazards, like toxic fumes, emissions or just dust which, if they found their way into your lungs may cause irritation or long lasting damage. Fri, 02 May 2008 07:37:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protect-Your-Lungs-in-Hazardous-Environments&id=1012218 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protect-Your-Lungs-in-Hazardous-Environments&id=1012218 Casting can be defined as a process of manufacturing, which implies pouring of a 'liquid' material into 'A Mold' containing a desired shaped hollow cavity, and then made to solidify. The ejection or breaking out of the casting then takes place to get the process completed. The use of casting is 'forming hot liquid metals' or numerous metals that are cooled after having the components like clay, plaster, concrete, and epoxies mixed. Thu, 01 May 2008 15:03:06 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Metal-Casting-Basics-and-Metal-Casting-How-Tos&id=1138765 http://ezinearticles.com/?Metal-Casting-Basics-and-Metal-Casting-How-Tos&id=1138765 The Health and Safety Executive in the UK, and legislation such as the Electricity at Work Regulations, state that electrical appliances should be maintained to ensure that they are safe and pose no risk of injury to the persons using them. The only real way to comply with the various pieces of legislation is known as Pat Testing and in London, it is an important part of any health and safety policy within the workplace. With over twenty five percent of reported accidents which involve electrical equipment ending in a fatality, statistics show that in situations where... Thu, 01 May 2008 13:08:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-You-Must-Know-About-PAT-Testing-in-London&id=1137672 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-You-Must-Know-About-PAT-Testing-in-London&id=1137672 What are the benefits of safety cabinets and what are some of the components used to make them safe? Safety Cabinets have generally been used in the industrial environment but can these cabinets be used in other settings? What types and brands are known to be the best? Thu, 01 May 2008 12:52:31 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safety-Storage-Cabinets&id=1138003 http://ezinearticles.com/?Safety-Storage-Cabinets&id=1138003 As far as health-related professions are concerned, protection from pathogens is a growing concern, and textiles with antimicrobial properties are becoming more desirable. Fungi or similar other insects are responsible for lethal infections and allergic reactions. Thu, 01 May 2008 10:23:08 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Antimicrobial-in-Textile-Industry&id=1146250 http://ezinearticles.com/?Antimicrobial-in-Textile-Industry&id=1146250 If we are honest with ourselves, manufacturing engineers looking for increased productivity, spend a lot of time looking for optimizing tool set ups, choosing correct cutting tool grades for a given workpiece and finding the maximum feed and speed conditions in turning and milling applications. They do not necessarily spend the ... Thu, 01 May 2008 09:22:19 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Modern-Threading-Technology&id=1128618 http://ezinearticles.com/?Modern-Threading-Technology&id=1128618 There are a number of applications in thread turning for which the standard tooling available will not allow the forming of a thread due to a number of factors. The main factors are a)the helix angle is so large that there is insufficient clearance for the threading insert to cut the thread form. b)internal diameters too small for the standard insert and toolholder to enter. Thu, 01 May 2008 09:19:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Threading-Tips-Coarse-Pitch-Thread-Turning&id=1128603 http://ezinearticles.com/?Threading-Tips-Coarse-Pitch-Thread-Turning&id=1128603 With the continuous development in CNC machining centers and the resulting expansion in sales of these machine tools, manufacturers now have great opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs. Most machine centers are designed for applying helical interpolation (an essential feature for thread milling) in both clockwise and counterclockwise directions, so that left and right hand threads can be machined with the same cutter. Thu, 01 May 2008 09:18:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Threading-Tips-Thread-Milling-Coarse-Pitches&id=1128594 http://ezinearticles.com/?Threading-Tips-Thread-Milling-Coarse-Pitches&id=1128594 The job of Industrial Engineer use to be a position of efficiency expert. They would be the ones to time study a process either by stopwatch or some system of predetermined time and then analyse the information and present a piece per hour target, the method that is required to meet that piece rate goal and last but not at all least, the equipment and tools needed to perform the process efficiently. They may even be used to analysis existing equipment and building layouts and then recommend an updated equipment and plant layout complete with a ROI (return on investment). ... Thu, 01 May 2008 08:50:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Industrial-Engineering-Police-or-Allie?&id=1121599 http://ezinearticles.com/?Industrial-Engineering-Police-or-Allie?&id=1121599 MUDA is a term from lean manufacturing, which basically means waste. The entire philosophy of lean manufacturing is to run a process as lean as possible. In order to accomplish this, you need to know what MUDA is and the different types. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:32:41 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-The-8-Different-Types-Of-MUDA?&id=1140779 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Are-The-8-Different-Types-Of-MUDA?&id=1140779 Cutting tool wear is inevitable. But did you know those costs can be minimized? Here's how. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:12:50 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Vapor-Deposition-Coatings-Reduce-Friction,-Wear-on-Cutting-Tools&id=1140532 http://ezinearticles.com/?Vapor-Deposition-Coatings-Reduce-Friction,-Wear-on-Cutting-Tools&id=1140532 What is an Ultrasonic Level Transmitter? You can use ultrasonic level transmitters to measure most liquids or solids for level indication in storage or process applications, at temperatures up to 150 degrees C and pressures up to 3 bar. It's unaffected by changes to product density, conductivity and is temperature compensated for changes in the speed of sound. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:18:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ultrasonic-Level-Transmitters-FAQ&id=1133813 http://ezinearticles.com/?Ultrasonic-Level-Transmitters-FAQ&id=1133813 Using a fusion splicer is the most accurate method of splicing fiber optic cables. Here's how this high-tech process works. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 09:35:36 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fusion-Splicers-The-Most-Precise-and-Accurate-Method-of-Splicing-Fiber-Optic-Cables&id=1133050 http://ezinearticles.com/?Fusion-Splicers-The-Most-Precise-and-Accurate-Method-of-Splicing-Fiber-Optic-Cables&id=1133050 You know those little tabs on some plastic parts? Those are called gates and they are really important! In fact, if they weren't there, nobody would have any cell phones. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:46:26 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Injection-Mold-Design-Of-Gates-Do-You-Like-Your-Cell-Phone?&id=1143332 http://ezinearticles.com/?Injection-Mold-Design-Of-Gates-Do-You-Like-Your-Cell-Phone?&id=1143332 The Kaizen Blitz is commonly used to jump start the lean manufacturing process, however, it also has potential pitfalls. Find out how to avoid them and get the most out of your program. Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:40:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lean-Manufacturing-Using-The-Kaizen-Blitz&id=1143038 http://ezinearticles.com/?Lean-Manufacturing-Using-The-Kaizen-Blitz&id=1143038 Polymers can be used for many devices combining unique optical, electrical, and mechanical properties. Conducting polymers can be used for optical effects and underlying physical processes. A polymer is basically a substance made up of many repeating chemical units (or molecules). A conducting polymer film is usually used as a sensor to detect vapours/odours using the same principles as those applicable for MOS*. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 17:32:22 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Machine-Olfaction-Device-(MOD)-Sensors-(Part-Two)&id=1139311 http://ezinearticles.com/?Machine-Olfaction-Device-(MOD)-Sensors-(Part-Two)&id=1139311 One of the most universal measurements needed in almost (if not every) industry is the knowledge of how much you have. This information is needed for storage purposes, controlling processes, or just needing to know how much finished stock is available. I think you will agree, that every business should be of the numbers and information about their stock, whether it's stock that needs to be made into something else, or knowing how much you have available to sell. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:39:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Measurement-Measuring-Principles-of-Radar,-Guided-Radar,-Ultrasonic-and-Capacitance-Sensors&id=1131316 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Measurement-Measuring-Principles-of-Radar,-Guided-Radar,-Ultrasonic-and-Capacitance-Sensors&id=1131316 An logic analyzer is an invaluable tool in the digital and networking industries. But what exactly is a logic analyzer, what can you do with one and how does it work? Tue, 29 Apr 2008 14:21:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Is-A-Logic-Analyzer-And-Why-Is-It-A-Necessity-In-The-Digital-And-Networking-Industries?&id=1130614 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Is-A-Logic-Analyzer-And-Why-Is-It-A-Necessity-In-The-Digital-And-Networking-Industries?&id=1130614 The Guided Wave Radar Level Gauge or TDR transmitter (also referred to as Guided Wave Radar) is for measurement and level indication on almost any liquid or solid and they can also be used for interface on some applications. The Guided Wave Radar is virtually unaffected by changes to product or process temperature, pressure, density, conductivity, vapours, build up or dust. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:48:29 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guided-Wave-Radar-Level-Gauge-FAQ&id=1128754 http://ezinearticles.com/?Guided-Wave-Radar-Level-Gauge-FAQ&id=1128754 Almost everyone wished at some point in their life to have the power to turn invisible. Regardless of the fantasized method, be it cloak, power of the mind, some sort of device, this day dream is as strong as the dream of flying or being ever young. Tue, 29 Apr 2008 10:48:12 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Metamaterials-Hold-The-Key-To-Invisibility&id=1129078 http://ezinearticles.com/?Metamaterials-Hold-The-Key-To-Invisibility&id=1129078 How do you stop gear wear? Especially when you've chosen the right material, heat treat, geometry and surface finish. What options do you have for lubrication? Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:12:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dry-Film-Lubricants-Low-Friction-Coatings-Stop-Gear-Wear-Now!&id=1136519 http://ezinearticles.com/?Dry-Film-Lubricants-Low-Friction-Coatings-Stop-Gear-Wear-Now!&id=1136519 The use of control system or computers to control industrial process and industrial machinery is called industrial automation or numerical automation. In the mechanism the human labor is replaced by sophisticated computers. It is different from mechanization. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:00:32 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Industrial-Automation-Mechanism&id=1137052 http://ezinearticles.com/?Industrial-Automation-Mechanism&id=1137052 Automation engineering refers to the application of specialized knowledge in the field of automation control. It provides specialized services to the industries to facilitate the smooth functioning of automation control system. Automation engineering measures quality and improves quality of products in the manufacturing sector. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:59:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Automation-Engineering-Services&id=1137051 http://ezinearticles.com/?Automation-Engineering-Services&id=1137051 Automation control refers to the system which controls the industrial processes through computers. In other words this system is one step ahead of mechanization. Mechanization requires manual operators for machinery to improve the efficiency of the work. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:59:25 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Automation-Control-Mechanism&id=1137049 http://ezinearticles.com/?Automation-Control-Mechanism&id=1137049 It is a kind of control system associated with the manufacturing process or system. In this system the components of the controller elements are not positioned in the center stage. Rather it is distributed through the system. And each of its components is controlled by a separate controller or controllers. This system of controllers is interconnected to each others for monitoring and communication. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:58:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Dynamic-Distributed-Control-System&id=1137046 http://ezinearticles.com/?A-Dynamic-Distributed-Control-System&id=1137046 Factory automation is based on the application of computers. It involves various technologies. These technologies are applied by persons highly qualified in automation engineering. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:58:34 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Factory-Automation-System&id=1137044 http://ezinearticles.com/?Factory-Automation-System&id=1137044 A laser, which is an acronym of Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation, is a highly focused controlled beam of single colour light and can be used either to discolour the surface of a component or to vaporise material by laser ablation to produce a deep engraving. The laser parameters and position can be precisely controlled to provide high contrast marks in the form of barcodes, data matrix codes and logo graphics. Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:27:11 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Is-Laser-Engraving?&id=1136240 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Is-Laser-Engraving?&id=1136240 Most of the choices and considerations for level measurement controls discussed with customers are based largely on the criteria outlined below. Any level sensing, control, indication, switching or detection consists of two main areas: Do I need to know how much? What do I have in storage or do I need it for 'controlling' a process? Fri, 25 Apr 2008 16:14:40 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Measurement-Control-Some-Criteria-to-Consider&id=1123511 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Measurement-Control-Some-Criteria-to-Consider&id=1123511 This article is only looking at the level measurement and control perspective, but many of the points are just as transferable to other process measurement parameters which offer equally important information, such as temperature, flow, mass and pressure. So what is level measurement? Level measurement is like any other piece of business information, as that's exactly what it is - Business information. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:33:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Measurement-Basics&id=1123699 http://ezinearticles.com/?Level-Measurement-Basics&id=1123699 Correctly bidding a construction project is not an easy task: overbid and you will lose the project; underbid and you're going to lose money. In order to bid a job properly, this article will discuss the single most important factor to estimate a project. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 11:41:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Construction-Estimating-The-Most-Important-Factor&id=1132751 http://ezinearticles.com/?Construction-Estimating-The-Most-Important-Factor&id=1132751 Statistics have shown that a forklift accident occurs 260 times everyday. There are about 95,000 per year that happen. On average about every three days a person is killed in one of these accidents. Some of these accidents could have been prevented. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:55:48 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Avoiding-A-Forklift-Accident-Making-Your-Work-Environment-Safer&id=1127927 http://ezinearticles.com/?Avoiding-A-Forklift-Accident-Making-Your-Work-Environment-Safer&id=1127927 What makes this machine so popular is that it can wrap pallets that other machines can not. A turntable machine can not wrap pallets that exceed their weight capacities. The rotary tower pallet wrapping machine can, because the pallet load sits on the floor and not on the machine itself. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:55:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pallet-Wrapping-Machine-Why-The-Rotary-Tower-Method-Is-The-Most-Popular&id=1127916 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pallet-Wrapping-Machine-Why-The-Rotary-Tower-Method-Is-The-Most-Popular&id=1127916 Almost everything that is usable will wear out and get old. Sometimes there are step we can take to ensure a longer usability life to the things that we have. In an industry where multiple factors can take a toll on equipment, there are steps that can be taken to ensure a longer life for the equipment, thus saving you the costs of replacing them with new ones. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:54:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Used-Pallet-Racks-How-Can-You-Give-Them-A-Longer-Service-Life-Cycle?&id=1127909 http://ezinearticles.com/?Used-Pallet-Racks-How-Can-You-Give-Them-A-Longer-Service-Life-Cycle?&id=1127909 The magnet is not invented, natural magnetite, first discovered and the use of magnets should be Chinese. Therefore, the "compass" is one of the four great inventions of the Chinese people. Fri, 25 Apr 2008 08:43:09 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Definition-Of-Magnets&id=1085940 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Definition-Of-Magnets&id=1085940 Welding "smoke" is a mixture of very fine particles and gases. This "smoke" can contain, such materials as chromium, nickel, arsenic, asbestos, manganese, silica, beryllium, cadmium, nitrogen oxides, phosgene, acrolein, fluorine compounds, carbon monoxide, cobalt, copper, lead, ozone, selenium, and zinc and they can be extremely toxic. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 14:09:13 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Know-What-You-Are-Welding&id=1130512 http://ezinearticles.com/?Know-What-You-Are-Welding&id=1130512 Safety practices in industrial workplaces can reduce lost productivity due to workplace accidents. Reduce your exposure to expensive lawsuits and increases in insurance costs by following simple safety procedures. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:58:59 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Industrial-Safety-Practices-Reduces-Exposure-To-Lawsuits&id=1121296 http://ezinearticles.com/?Industrial-Safety-Practices-Reduces-Exposure-To-Lawsuits&id=1121296 Every year, mostly in the construction industry, workers are killed or injured as a result of a head injury. If a safety helmet is worn the chances of being seriously hurt are greatly reduced. Wearing one could save a workers life. Thu, 24 Apr 2008 08:24:02 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helmets-Wearing-One-Could-Save-A-Workers-Life&id=1130635 http://ezinearticles.com/?Helmets-Wearing-One-Could-Save-A-Workers-Life&id=1130635 OSHA created a rule which was finalized on December 1, 1998 stating that all forklift truck operators should be trained before they begin to operate any heavy duty machine. It is the responsibility of the employer to make sure that all workers undergo sufficient forklift operator training before assigning them to work. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:38:46 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Forklift-Operator-Training-Playing-by-the-Rules&id=1121772 http://ezinearticles.com/?Forklift-Operator-Training-Playing-by-the-Rules&id=1121772 The hole pattern on the front of the blue or green upright column is what the term "teardrop pallet rack" refers to. This hole is where the beams on the rack lock into and has been proven to be interchangeable with almost all of the rack systems that facilities have in use today. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:38:01 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-the-Teardrop-Pallet-Rack-Design&id=1121767 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Benefits-of-the-Teardrop-Pallet-Rack-Design&id=1121767 Several thermal spray coatings companies are contemplating setting up plants in India in order to increase their global revenues. This article addresses some of the local situations in India as you explore the possibilities of this global venture. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:23:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Setting-Up-A-Thermal-Spray-Shop-In-India&id=1127586 http://ezinearticles.com/?Setting-Up-A-Thermal-Spray-Shop-In-India&id=1127586 Does it make sense to manufacture standard mold components, or even specialized components? Maybe it is more efficient to purchase them off the shelf. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 13:48:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mold-Components-and-Why-You-Should-Purchase-Them&id=1120061 http://ezinearticles.com/?Mold-Components-and-Why-You-Should-Purchase-Them&id=1120061 Check valves are engineered to allow the flow of fluid across a pipeline system or port in one direction only. They are reactive valves, meaning that they are activated by the amount and the pressure of the fluid present in the system environment. Check valves are typically used in backflow prevention applications, flood prevention environments, and wastewater treatment entities. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:47:28 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Duckbill-Check-Valve-Design-And-Backflow-Prevention&id=1118406 http://ezinearticles.com/?Duckbill-Check-Valve-Design-And-Backflow-Prevention&id=1118406 With greater demand for products made with laser cutters, growing numbers of small businesses and large manufacturing plants are replacing traditional mechanical cutting methods with laser cutting. Laser cutting has a number of unique benefits that other methods can't provide. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 10:01:45 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Advantages-of-Laser-Cutters-Over-Mechanical-Cutters&id=1120266 http://ezinearticles.com/?Advantages-of-Laser-Cutters-Over-Mechanical-Cutters&id=1120266 Builders need to wear decent safety boots during the course of their work. Theirs is one of the most hazardous professions when comes to feet. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:12:20 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protect-Your-Feet-At-Work-With-Safety-Shoes&id=779382 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protect-Your-Feet-At-Work-With-Safety-Shoes&id=779382 Attention Plasma Cutters-Welding Safety is not enough! There are a few things about plasma cutting safety that are different from general welding safety tips This short list of plasma cutting safety tips is geared toward light duty plasma cutting using compressed air not large industrial units that use gas mixtures and water cutting tables. Electric Shock Can Kill. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:16:05 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Plasma-Cutter-Safety-Plasma-Cutting-Is-As-Safe-As-Welding-With-A-Few-Exceptions&id=1117083 http://ezinearticles.com/?Plasma-Cutter-Safety-Plasma-Cutting-Is-As-Safe-As-Welding-With-A-Few-Exceptions&id=1117083 You can make a lot of things happen with an oxygen acetylene torch kit. You can braze air conditioning line sets, solder copper water pipe, silver braze stainless steel, weld 4130 chromoly tubing, and even heat and bend metal thicker than 1 inch. But oxy-fuel torches can be extremely dangerous if not used properly. OSHA even requires employers to ensure workers that use oxyfuel equipment to be properly trained and qualified for oxy-fuel welding, cutting, heating, and brazing. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:14:49 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Use-Oxygen-Acetylene-Equipment-Safely&id=1117077 http://ezinearticles.com/?How-To-Use-Oxygen-Acetylene-Equipment-Safely&id=1117077 The technology surrounding the radar level gauge has vastly improved in the last ten years, mainly due to the innovative leaders continuously improving radar technology. They have made non-contact radar transmitters a level measurement technique that is to easy to use and understand, offering a real alternative to existing technologies such as differential pressure transmitters and displacers. Let's look at some questions that you might have about radar level gauges. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:59:56 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Radar-Level-Gauge-FAQ&id=1116885 http://ezinearticles.com/?Radar-Level-Gauge-FAQ&id=1116885 There are two concerns in safety when using compressed air. (Flying objects and the air itself) Horseplay has been a cause of some serious workplace accidents caused by individuals not aware of the hazards of compressed air. Some television shows have shown bad examples on the use of compressed air. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 07:43:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Controlling-The-Dangers-Of-Compressed-Air&id=1120930 http://ezinearticles.com/?Controlling-The-Dangers-Of-Compressed-Air&id=1120930 The stone and topsoil industry is definitely feeling the pinch of high fuel costs. Many businesses are scrambling to cut costs, but are stopping before they take a look at their credit card processing fees? Merchant service providers can help! Mon, 21 Apr 2008 15:51:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Merchant-Accounts-For-Stone-And-Topsoil-Companies&id=1122719 http://ezinearticles.com/?Merchant-Accounts-For-Stone-And-Topsoil-Companies&id=1122719 In this report only Metal Oxide Semi-conductor (MOS), Conducting Polymer (CP) and Quartz Crystal Microbalance (QCM) will be examined, as they are well researched, documented and established as important element for various types of machine olfaction devices. The application, where the proposed device will be trained on to analyse, will greatly influence the choice of sensor. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:27:16 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Machine-Olfaction-Device-(MOD)-Sensors-(Part-One)&id=1117785 http://ezinearticles.com/?Machine-Olfaction-Device-(MOD)-Sensors-(Part-One)&id=1117785 The role of nanotechnology in textile industry has accelerated with a positive momentum during the recent past years. Textile companies have been spending amply in research and development activities in order to discover appropriate products, and add innovations to their existing ones. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:17:47 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Role-of-Nanotechnology-in-Textile-Chemicals-Industry&id=1123367 http://ezinearticles.com/?The-Role-of-Nanotechnology-in-Textile-Chemicals-Industry&id=1123367 In electrical injuries there are four main types of injuries: electrocution (will cause death), electric shock, burns, and falls. These injuries can come from direct contact with the electrical energy, electrical arcs that jumps to a person who is grounded, thermal burns including flash burns from heat generated by an electric arc, flame burns from materials that catch on fire from heating or ignition by electrical currents, and muscle contractions can cause a person to fall. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 10:06:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Electrical-Safety-Is-Not-Shocking&id=1120081 http://ezinearticles.com/?Electrical-Safety-Is-Not-Shocking&id=1120081 Business owners put a lot of thought into the selection of the correct rack frames for their workplace. Not many realize that pallet rack shelving is just as important as the frame itself. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 11:20:23 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pallet-Rack-Shelving-Materials-Learn-About-Your-Choices&id=1113491 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pallet-Rack-Shelving-Materials-Learn-About-Your-Choices&id=1113491 Remanufacturing of broken, worn out parts is a most cost effective method in the long run, better than simply rebuilding a broken worn out part. In the process of rebuilding used forklift parts, only the components that are worn out or broken are replaced. This means that other wearable parts may or may not go out shortly after purchase. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 11:19:39 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Used-Forklift-Parts-Should-You-Choose-Rebuilt-Or-Remanufactured-Parts?&id=1113475 http://ezinearticles.com/?Used-Forklift-Parts-Should-You-Choose-Rebuilt-Or-Remanufactured-Parts?&id=1113475 Pallet wrappers come in manual, semi-automatic and automatic. The different models are the high profile turntable models, low profile turntable models and rotary arm tower models. They all have their own advantages and disadvantages. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:51:21 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pallet-Wrappers-The-3-Models-To-Choose-From&id=1113501 http://ezinearticles.com/?Pallet-Wrappers-The-3-Models-To-Choose-From&id=1113501 Overview of the Indian Power Loom Sector: India manufactures 5% of cloth through organized sector, 20% through Handloom sector, 15% through knitting sector and 60% of Indian cloth is produced through decentralized power loom sector. The decentralized powerloom sector is the lifeline of Indian Textile Industry. Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:48:38 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Indian-Powerloom-Sector-With-Special-Focus-On-Powerloom-Cluster&id=1110988 http://ezinearticles.com/?Indian-Powerloom-Sector-With-Special-Focus-On-Powerloom-Cluster&id=1110988 Did you know that there could be 20 or more City, County, State & Federal agencies that you need to contact, enroll, register or license with in order to do business as a Contractor in California? Having worked in Government for over 10 years, I see first hand and on a daily basis the number of businesses that are not completely in compliance and are basically working illegally. Can it be a hassle to comply with every law, regulation and requirement? Thu, 17 Apr 2008 16:47:37 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-you-a-California-Contractor-in-Compliance?&id=1112154 http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-you-a-California-Contractor-in-Compliance?&id=1112154 There are many factors you should consider in choosing what thread mill design is the best for your application. The question is of all the different designs and manufacturers available, which is the best for your application? Which is the most cost effective? Which is the most productive? Assuming that you have narrowed down your selection to an indexable thread milling system, this article's goal then, is to inform you of the design elements that can be important for your operation. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 09:14:58 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Can-a-Thread-Mill-Design-Do-For-Your-Productivity?&id=1101578 http://ezinearticles.com/?What-Can-a-Thread-Mill-Design-Do-For-Your-Productivity?&id=1101578 Many millions of dollars a year are spent on buying chemical protective gloves to use as personal protective equipment. Gloves are available in a wide selection of natural and synthetic materials and range in price from a few cents to as high as seventy five dollars a pair. Each glove has its purpose and employers need to know how to select the best chemical protective gloves to withstand exposure to chemical agents and protect the wearer. Thu, 17 Apr 2008 08:29:15 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protective-Glove-Selection-Can-Be-Complicated&id=1115098 http://ezinearticles.com/?Protective-Glove-Selection-Can-Be-Complicated&id=1115098 Lawnmower blades see a tremendous level of wear during normal operations. Why not increase their life by putting on a tungsten carbide coating by thermal spray methods. Read this article about the steps to accomplish this. Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:59:42 -0500 http://ezinearticles.com/?Thermal-Spray-Your-Lawnmower-Blades&id=1106453 http://ezinearticles.com/?Thermal-Spray-Your-Lawnmower-Blades&id=1106453 Copyright 2008 EzineArticles.com - All Rights Reserved.