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May 2023
ARTICLES
10 tips to ensure accurate thermocouple measurement
Careful selection and installation of temperature sensors can ensure accurate sensor performance, which in turn improves product quality and production efficiency. 1: Select the Correct Sensor Assembly for the Application This may seem self-evident, but it is surprising how often process efficiency is hampered by using the wrong thermocouple type. Factors such as time at […]
Carburized steel mechanical properties: Bending ultimate and impact strength
Editor’s note » This is part three of a three-part series on carburized steel mechanical properties. In Part 2, it was determined that a test bar must have a radius or stress concentration in order to predict what will happen with a carburized gear loaded in bending. It was also determined a new test bar […]
Effect of heat treatment on some titanium alloys used as biomaterials
Titanium-based alloys are constantly improved to obtain properties suitable for their use. Improving titanium alloys is very important for performing alloys without side effects. In this article, effects of structure, microhardness, and indentation tests of eight titanium alloys were investigated after aging. The heat treatment consisted of a high-temperature quenching accomplished in three steps (650°C […]
NEWS
New regulatory consultant to support RadTech and PAMA
RadTech, the non-profit trade association for ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) technologies has hired Dr. Gregory Pace, an analytical scientist with broad experience in global regulatory affairs, analytical laboratory services and operations, food packaging materials testing, and product stewardship. Pace will assist with member regulatory needs and also work with members of the Photopolymer […]
May 15, 2023
Graphalloy bushings handle tough washdowns
Graphalloy® recently assisted a major food processing plant with a problem with one of its applications. The company produces name-brand sliced luncheon and deli-shaved meats which are distributed throughout the United States. The application is in the caustic washdown area of their meat-processing conveyor. The load is 3-4 pounds, speed: 193 RPM, in ambient temperature. […]
May 15, 2023
New Vastex infrared conveyor ovens up to 78 inches wide
New EconoRed™ Series VI conveyor ovens by Vastex Industrial, available in 30-, 54-, and 78-inch (76, 137, and 198 cm) widths, are equipped with six infrared heaters in a single chamber for rapid curing, drying, or preheating of parts, laminates, and coatings. Model ER-VI-30 offers a 30-inch (76 cm) wide conveyor belt and 15,600 watts […]
May 15, 2023
Seco/Warwick to supply furnace for MRO industry
Aero Space Power, a modern European MRO facility with experience in the renovation and energy industry has ordered a custom-made Vector® vacuum furnace from Seco/Warwick. The solution will be used for repair solutions for both complex aircraft engines and gas turbines for the energy industry. This is another example of an application where Vector supports […]
May 15, 2023
Exact Metrology attends POWERGEN
Exact Metrology representatives were on hand at POWERGEN International to offer solutions for the thermal, hydro, nuclear, wind and diesel industries. Exact Metrology: A Division of In-Place Machining Company and a comprehensive 3D metrology service provider and hardware sales company, exhibited together with In-Place Machining Company (IPM), Oasis Alignment Services: A Division of In-Place Machining […]
May 15, 2023
Allied Mineral announces exclusive Japan distributor
Allied Mineral Products announced Shinagawa Refractories as its exclusive distributor of monolithic refractory technology for the aluminum market in Japan. Shinagawa and Allied have a long-standing relationship. In 2005, Allied licensed its monolithic refractory technology to Shinagawa in Unanderra, Australia. Shinagawa is a global leader in high-quality refractories, supporting vital social infrastructure for 145 years […]
May 15, 2023
Optris celebrates 20 years of infrared innovation
Since 2003, Berlin-based Optris GmbH has been taking care of accurate, reliable, and non-contact temperature measurement in many different industries and research. The company has always succeeded in developing and implementing new technologies. In the meantime, customers from all over the world rely on the infrared thermometers and thermal imaging cameras known for their quality. […]
May 15, 2023
Graphalloy bearings aid high-temp application
The senior project manager at a company that developed a new technology to recycle plastics reached out to engineers at Graphite Metallizing to solve their bearing issues. Graphite Metallizing manufactures Graphalloy® self-lubricating high-temperature materials. The company is a pioneer in regenerating post-consumer and post-industrial plastics into new plastics, reclaiming these resources’ full value. This includes […]
May 15, 2023
