There are many different types of hose available on the market, including metal, rubber, composite, PTFE, etc. Typically metal hose is used when no other (non-metallic) construction will work. The decision of which hose type to buy depends on the application for which the hose is being used. Some of the factors listed below should
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Note: This video originally appears on Kaman Distribution’s YouTube channel. Subscribe today and follow all of our helpful tips and supplier updates. I am Ron Sheppard. With over 22 years at Kaman Industrial Technologies, I have witnessed first-hand, the importance of proper handling of bearings, as well as the repercussions of poor bearing handling.
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OSHA has begun the implementation and assessment process for the Respirable Crystalline Silica Standard (29 CFR 1926.1153). The general understanding is that they will use the next several months to assist manufacturers and construction companies in the field, and in October begin to levy fines for non-compliance. What is it about? Silica is a
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Wireless Sensor Monitoring Technology Wireless sensor monitoring technology is becoming more useful in a variety of markets including industrial, commercial, food and beverage, medical and more. The wireless technology provides a method to collect reliable data, which helps to decrease overall production cost by reducing or eliminating downtime and increasing process reliability. Traditionally, monitoring process
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There are numerous types of centralized lubrication systems you can select for your equipment. The choices of systems apply to industrial equipment, mobile equipment, food and beverage and others. Your first decision to be made involves the type of lubricant to be utilized. The use of grease will eliminate the option of an orifice type
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