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The first trade show dedicated
specifically to small and community
wind took place in Detroit, Michigan
November 3–5. Denise Bode, American
Wind Energy Association (AWEA) CEO, was pleased with the turnout for the event and the increasing potential
for this segment of the wind energy
market.
In an industrial application, equipment
uptime is vital for on-time performance and profitability. The rotating members of industrial machines are subject to the highest degree of wear and are more susceptible to failure than non-moving parts. Bearing surfaces are the most critical and often the most expensive portion of the rotary assembly; it is
imperative to protect these components. The primary protector of these components is the industrial seal.
Robotics and other advanced automation technology systems are viewed as a looming threat to some in the plant
maintenance field. Although there is
a constant battle for some workers to
remain useful while machines are continuously fulfilling more roles on the plant floor, there are those who in turn have found a better use of their newly freed time.