As the curtain comes down on 2009, thoughts of bonuses and pay increases and/or promotions may be in the offing for a number of enterprises. Some of these incentives are designed with the expectation of even better performance from the high-flyers whilst others are geared... Read More
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Paper or Air? You Decide the Right Solution
Protecting yourself and your employees from colds and flu as much as possible is imperative this season. Consider some food for thought... Which is better: drying your hands on paper towels or air dryers? Georgia-Pacific believes that once you consider the facts, you'll find that... Read More
Avoid Slips & Falls This Winter
Get a leg up on the snow and ice this winter. Stock up on Safe Step Pro SeriesTM ice melters and be ready when the weather strikes. Specifically designed for janitorial and sanitation professionals, the Pro Series is offered in different formulations to meet your... Read More
New Extreme Makeover: Store Room Edition
ABC's popular "Extreme Makeover" TV series often details the journey from hopelessness to a beyond-your-wildest-dreams conclusion. IBT's Integrated Services Group (ISG) has a similar process pointed at store room makeovers and have seen many supply chain success stories during the past few years. In a... Read More
The Importance of a Smooth Radial Shaft in Sealing Applications
Radial shaft seals (also called oil seals or grease seals) are expected to do many things when they are placed in an application. At the very least, they are called on to keep grease or oil in place so a bearing will operate properly and... Read More
New Silicones from Loctite for Specialized Applications
Loctite has introduced two new silicone products: one for high-strength applications and another featuring an ultra-clear finish. Read more about Loctite's High-Strength Flexible Bonding Silicones and Ultra-Clear Silicones. High-Strength Flexible Bonding Silicones Loctite® has developed a new breed of high-strength, rapid curing silicones. No longer... Read More
IBT Provides Palletizer for Nebraska Plant
Synopsis: A global manufacturing company and IBT recently designed, built and installed a robotic gantry system for palletizing boxes onto pallets at the company's Nebraska plant. The company worked in conjunction with IBT Material Handling and Systems Integration (MHSI) Group and an IBT Sales Representative... Read More
Commoditization in Industrial Distribution
Like many other businesses, the industrial distribution business has not been spared the "commoditization" syndrome. This is especially more evident during these bleak economic times. The CEO of one industrial distributor even lamented that "customers are going to drive us to bankruptcy with their insistence... Read More
New from Fabco-Air: Stainless Steel Cylinders
Did you know Fabco-Air provides several of it's products in stainless steel? Stainless steel cylinders are ideal for withstanding harsh environments, as well as for wash down solutions that would ruin normal cylinders. Fabco-Air combines stainless steel with some of our most popular lines to... Read More
Siemens: Smaller Above NEMA AC Induction Motor
Siemens Industry recently unveiled the SH630 Above NEMA AC induction motor. Based on the award-winning technology of the larger SH710 motor, the SH630 is the newest member of the H-compact Plus series. It offers higher horsepower in a smaller footprint while meeting the requirements of... Read More
Hydraulic ISAF Pillow Blocks from Dodge
Ideally suited for large bulk handling conveyors, the Dodge Hydraulic ISAF (5-7/16" and larger shaft sizes) is easy to install and remove, features two superior sealing systems, and has housings and inner units made of ductile iron for added strength. This rugged bearing utilizes a... Read More
SKF: More Than Just Bearings
Chances are you know SKF for the bearings that keep your equipment running smoothly and efficiently. And with good reason: SKF bearings set the world standard for quality and reliability, and SKF bearings are original equipment components in industrial machinery of every kind - motors,... Read More
Goodyear EP Solar-Shield XL750 For Extreme Hot Applications
When you want a longer-lasting conveyor belt for extreme hot applications, the choice is Goodyear Engineered Products branded Solar-Shield® belting. And for more demanding heat applications, the clear choice is new Solar-Shield XL750 conveyor belting. Like all Goodyear Engineered Products branded heat belts, Solar-Shield XL750... Read More
New Couplings From Baldor-Dodge
Baldor Electric Company has introduced new Dodge Para-Flex® G-Series couplings. They feature the innovative Para-Flex element, designed to accommodate concurrent angular, parallel, and axial misalignment and ensure fast, easy installation. Baldor contends that their new product offers superior technology in a smaller, more cost-effective package.... Read More
Customer-Focused Service Is A Must
There is no shortage of articles on customer satisfaction in the process improvement arena. Despite that, truly memorable customer experience is something of a rarity in the marketplace. Memorable or superior customer experience can sometimes be had through simply a service level that is way... Read More