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Choosing the correct strainer technology
Bulk raw water users protect process and downstream equipment by selecting multi-element water strainer technology.
Post Date: 04/01/2009
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Returnable shipping containers a major boon for plant and warehouse availability
Reusable containers can increase plant and warehouse availability, and reduce plant downtime.
Post Date: 03/30/2009
Author: Dave Madden and Thomas R. Cutler

Boiler inefficiency a thing of the past at Arkema
How a chemical plant in Calvert City, Ky., fixed inefficiencies in its boiler operations.
Post Date: 03/26/2009
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What Works: Lift truck fleet sized and managed for success
Music and movies moved by the millions.
Post Date: 03/20/2009
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What Works: Dry ice blast ups cleaning productivity by 80%
Food manufacturer finds fast ROI by shooting carbon dioxide.
Post Date: 03/20/2009
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Improving protection, reducing costs
Every maintenance professional should know how to select the proper fuse for the application.
Post Date: 03/10/2009
Author: Mike Lang

Used bulk containers can cost up to 95% less than new
The per piece packaging costs for used bulk containers and totes can be as low as 5% of the costs for a comparable expendable solution.
Post Date: 03/03/2009
Author: Dave Madden and Thomas R. Cutler

Old material, new use
PMMA liquid-applied roofing can tackle your thorniest roofing problems.
Post Date: 02/16/2009
Author: Robert C. Lichy

Options for resilient flooring
Specialty products require their own installation and maintenance practices.
Post Date: 01/13/2009
Author: Christopher Capobianco

Recycling equipment brings cash to the bottom line
Russ Kratowicz, P.E., CMRP, executive editor, reports that recycling equipment can bring bucks to the bottom line.
Post Date: 01/13/2009
Author: Russ Kratowicz, P.E., CMRP, executive editor

Prevent accidental fires
Fires and explosions accounted for approximately 4% of workplace fatalities in 2006, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many things can cause fires, but interestingly, accidental fires are most likely to be caused by interaction with the environment.
Post Date: 01/09/2009
Author: Douglas Parrish, PhD., CIH, CSP

Steam system reduces costs and emissions
A multi-fuel steam-generation system reduces both the plant's fuel bill and carbon footprint.
Post Date: 12/11/2008
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Four ideas for energy conservation
Use these design features to minimize energy consumption during low-lift chiller applications.
Post Date: 12/02/2008
Author: Tony Doyon

Maintain your coatings for greatest uptime
Follow these strategies for maintaining coatings of exposed equipment.
Post Date: 12/02/2008
Author: Thomas W. Burker

Failing to go green results in lots of wasted money
When it comes to green building, how much does going green actually cost?
Post Date: 12/02/2008
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Build profits with LEED certification
Knowing about LEED certification can lead to higher profits.
Post Date: 11/11/2008
Author: Russ Kratowicz, P.E., CMRP, executive editor

What Works: Put risk of deteriorating energy savings on the supplier
Coating company replaces RTOs at no net cost.
Post Date: 10/16/2008
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What Works: iron-strength aggregate floor topping
Iron aggregate toughens floor topping.
Post Date: 10/07/2008
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Combine HVLS fans and HVAC systems for the best environmental control
High-volume/low-speed fans provide better overall environmental control when used in conjunction with conventional HVAC systems.
Post Date: 09/16/2008
Author: Dan Anderson

What Works: Boating supplier boosts lighting efficiency
Reflective fixtures boost fluorescent lighting efficiency.
Post Date: 09/10/2008
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