Category Archives: IBT
We know problems don’t always occur at the best time. That’s why we recently released our first-ever mobile HelpApp, Uptime. Now, it’s easier than ever before to ask us for help using your smartphone. How to Submit a Ticket on Uptime Grab your smartphone Open... Read More
Avoid downtime by transforming your workspace into an in-house hydraulic and industrial hose crimp shop with Continental’s Shop In A Box. This turnkey setup features everything you need to get the job done quickly including: Four Crimpers to Choose From PC-125: Crimps -20 B2 fittings... Read More
Tired of managing your manual lubrication system? With under/over greasing the no. 1 cause for premature bearing failure, it may be time for you to reconsider your options. That’s where Schaeffler comes in. Save time and get straight to the point with the company’s new... Read More
Shaft collars ...this small and vital tool is something most of us overlook, and you might not even know it existed. This small piece is likely used in every plant or manufacturer that made your, well….everything. From processing your favorite foods to your keeping up... Read More
Radio, not online radio... just pure old fashion airwaves. For most of us, radio is probably not our first choice when it comes to technology, we’re probably grabbing a smartphone or another wifi-enabled device. When we step back for a moment to reflect it almost feels... Read More
Are your rugged operations causing premature failure of your bearings and housings? Tough jobs like mining and bulk handling can do a number on your equipment. Downtime and labor to fix failing equipment is money out of your pocket! When you're facing this challenge it’s... Read More
Bearing replacements have you in a tight spot? Do you deal with rapid bearing replacement, in areas that are challenging to work in or hard to reach? Replacing bearings can be a tedious and time-consuming process, and taking extra steps to do your work, when... Read More
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” - Benjamin Franklin The CDC and EPA have given us a wealth of resources on how to protect ourselves against COVID-19. Most of the instructions and recommendations make a lot of sense and are easy... Read More
Downtime is a drag! Breakdowns are a pain...I think we can all agree on that. It doesn’t matter if it’s your internet or the coffee maker. If it’s down or broken, you’re missing out and probably losing money trying to fix it. These inconveniences throw... Read More
We need a solution The COVID-19 pandemic has dominated the globe. People everywhere have been under stay at home orders, and socially distancing to combat this virus. Many non-essential businesses are still closed. As others open, the demand and requirement for disinfecting and sanitizing will... Read More
Are you sick and tired of time-consuming and tedious coupling maintenance? Lubrication, repairs...it all takes time. Time you don’t have. Avoiding downtime is the name of the game in production performance. So say goodbye to those time-consuming maintenance tasks and say hello to a new,... Read More
Tradition meets Innovation Since the 1960s IBT has been a leader in Industrial Hose here in the Midwest. We have continued to excel and meet our customer’s needs. Innovating and adding new technology is one piece of our ongoing commitment to deliver the best. Now, IBT... Read More
Success in food and beverage manufacturing comes down to a micro-moment. Manufacturers will spend years sourcing ingredients and appropriate flavors that help bring their vision to life. A critical point that tends to be overlooked in food manufacturing, is the hose used to transfer the... Read More
Introducing Gates® PowerGrip™ GT™ 4 Synchronous Belt A belt that makes you better Are you tired of unreliable belts breaking, leaving you in the lurch, and dealing with downtime? No one likes dealing with repairs or failing parts. Thankfully IBT has the solution for you.... Read More
Navigating a new normal Navigating this new normal as we cope with the COVID-19 virus, can be in all honesty, a bit scary and uncertain at times. Both personally and in the workplace. Yet we don’t really get the time for fear or faltering though,... Read More