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The article presents the list of few articles published on the periodical's website on topics including the recognition of civilian sustainers who maintained equipment to meet combat readiness, the annual Petroleum Excellence awards, and aviation maintenance equipment.

The article presents step by step instructions on how to carry out the maintenance of a hydraulic system, or any mechanical device to keep it in a good working condition each time it is to be used.

The article offers a summary of federal regulations affecting priorities, price control and transportation in the U.S. in 1944. The small order exemption on chlorine has been raised under War Production Board (WPB) Order M-19. The manufacture of two-toned shoes made with other-than-leather soles will be allowed by WPB starting September 1. The possibility of obtaining woodworking machinery worth 350 dollars or less with blanket maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) supplies preference ratings is noted.

The article focuses on Redefining Forward Maintenance and Repair. Topics discussed include Fix forward aims to enhance equipment availability, reducing down time and quickly returning assets to service; and its conduct requires both revised maintenance procedures and new approaches to troubleshooting, diagnostics, spares support and even equipment design.

Evaluates Web sites that are related to business maintenance, repair and operations or MRO. How MROs are marketplaces designed to let companies buy and sell office and maintenance equipment; Internet sites, including EqualFooting, FacilityPro.com, Grainger, Iprocure and others.

The article discusses the ways of repairing Mustang including suspension, strut-rod, and Caster Camber Plates. Topics included are installing the strut rods, securing the upper control arm, and proper alignment settings as per the Ford shop manual. It is suggested that basic precaution is necessary while installation and maintenance.

The article discusses the spare parts of automobile company LMC Truck including tailgate shell, torsion bar and weatherstrips, also include the step-by-step instructions for repairing damages in the tailgates of the vehicle manufactured by LMC Truck. The article also mention LMC Truck invented many automobile parts for pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles.

The article offers information on federal price control, materials and transportation regulations from the U.S. War Production Board (WPB) as of June 1945. As reported, Controlled Materials Plan (CMP) regulations were amended for brass mill products, copper wire mill products and maintenance, repair and operating supplies (MRO). Included are regulations on consumer goods and machinery and changes in price control for various products.

The article evaluates several products for industrial maintenance, including the Rebel portable welding machine from ESAB, a 6.0Ah version of the 18v Lithium-Ion batteries from Makita and the XTC601 gas analyzer from Michell Instruments.

The article discusses the advantages of routinely monitoring equipment using predictive technologies and data collecting that can help better plan for equipment repairs and save money in downtime and replacement costs. Topics include content of good maintenance programs including procedure-based maintenance, a computerized maintenance management system to standardize an operation and predictive maintenance technologies including vibration analysis and thermal imaging.

The article reviews different kinds of 21 waxes, which include Angelus Clear Shoe Polish, Antiquax Original Wax Polish, and Dr. Kirk's Versa-Wax.

A cartoon is presented about the aspects of managing shelf life and service life of repair, components, and supply products in military.

Corrosion protection of industrial equipment and spare parts during mothballing and deep storage is an ongoing issue worldwide. Many factors must be considered when determining the best practice for asset preservation. Length of time, type of equipment, accessibility, preventative maintenance schedule, and environmental and storage conditions have the greatest influence, while other conditions may also need to be considered. Traditional preservation methods such as nitrogen blanketing, desiccation, or heavy, wax-based surface-applied coatings can be costly to implement and maintain, and can become even more costly if they fail. Incorporation of volatile corrosion inhibitor (VC!) systems is an effective method to replace traditional preservation programs. These systems are often more cost effective to implement, have little to no maintenance cost, and have less failures in long-term preservation programs. In this article, VCI systems are explored in both laboratory and real world settings compared to traditional systems, and costs of each are compared. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reviews the Locomotive Maintenance Shed Kit from Rail Town Railroad Supplies.

14 | Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk March 2021 Maintenance Matters Focus on: Asset Management A recent report compiled by ERIKS UK & Ireland following research with the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), found that 50% of equipment used in 65% of factories is over 10 years old and that more than 70% have equipment with no spares availability, while 50% don't know the lead time on spares for critical equipment. In summary, a step-by-step obsolescence plan is essential to avoiding the terminal risks of downtime with legacy equipment, and is something you can integrate into your digitised systems as you upgrade over time. By looking into suppliers' end-of-line (EOL) plans, manufacturers can mitigate the risk of discontinued support or technology upgrades. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the different types of hammers and mallets, and the kinds of maintenance applications each should be used. It says that the soft-faced hammer can be used in machined or soft surface hits. It states that the riveting hammer must be used in driving rivets and light chiseling. It adds that rubber mallets should be used when forming sheet metal or driving small stakes and dowels.

The article previews cabinet making and maintenance products including T10460 panel-shaping jig from Grizzly Industrial, Columbia Radius bending plywood from Columbia Forest Products, and Emerald Collection knobs from Top Knobs.

The article talks about maintenance tools as objects of desire for bikers. Their role as more than just essential for maintaining bikes is stressed. Some cyclists appreciate tools' finer qualities and their quality while others see tools as a means to an end, a necessary evil. Cyclists are advised to have the right tool for the job not only to make he process not only simpler but often more satisfying too.

The article offers brief information on several maintenance and shop equipment including the rapid deployment aircraft jack set from Malabar International, battery-powered vertical lift from JLG Industries Inc., and mobile spill station in Andax Industries LLC.

The article offers tips related to tools that are useful in performing various tasks at home or a garden. It recommends that one could save money while purchasing simple tools like a hammer or screwdrivers, but quality should not be compromised while buying power tools and suggests every home to have a basic maintenance tools' set. It describes basic garden tools and the factors which should be considered while buying lawnmowers, power drills.

The article evaluates several trail tools including Master Mechanic Swift Driver, Coverking Tactical Seat Covers and Power Tank Tire Repair Kit.

The article offers information about the notice of adopted amendment from the U.S. Department of Public Health. It mentions that treatment and transport protocols shall address the use of infusion pump, ventilator, with administration of medication drips, maintenance of chest tubes, and other equipment.

The article offers information on United States. Federal Aviation Administration software which helps in calculating the return of investments. As stated, the tool is designed for operational managers in ramps or maintenance and helps in the prevention of ground damages which would help ensure safety. The article also states that the FAA software provides lot of details and helps assign specific categories and values to returns and investments with quality of diligence and data accuracy.

The article focuses on the various attempts of US Airways Corp Inc. in becoming environmentally friendly. The article further reports the opening of a new 75,000 square foot ground support equipment maintenance facility at the Philadelphia International Airport in a move towards growing green. The article also states that as a part of the ongoing Green Airport Initiative, electric tugs have been purchased by the U.S. Airways in partnership with the Airport. INSET: GSE MAINTENANCE FACILITY HIGHLIGHTS.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by the offshore wind business in terms of operation and maintenance cost associated with the functioning of the wind farms. To reduce the maintenance cost, a planned maintenance activity should be done and transfers of the solar system equipments like blades and jackets, along with the cables and related transmission systems also include the huge operational costs. As stated to reduce the huge loss associated with cable damage, the offshore wind players are advised to work together to set up common centers for cable installation and maintenance at suitable locations. INSETS: OFFSHORE ACCELERATOR;NEW SENSORS FOR BLADES.

The article discusses the importance of using maintenance software in keeping equipment functional and track costs in construction projects. It mentions that software packages enables contractors to perform routine maintenance and repairs in a timely way as well as other critical functions. It states that the software creates and stores more accurate and complete records and can track the performance of equipment better.

The article evaluates acrylic fiberglass restorers for sailboats including Klasse High Gloss Sealant Glaze, Highley FiberGloss Restorer, and Presto Gelcoat Rejuvenator. INSET: Test Looks at Durability, Gloss, and Application.

The article focuses on the importance of housekeeping as a form of preventive maintenance to ensure proper functioning of baling equipment in document destruction operations. Dust can lead to failure in oil leak detection, insulation of the hydraulic oil tank and clog in oil cooler. Greg Leon of PTR Baler & Compactor Co. says that contamination of the hydraulic oil can lead to failure of hydraulic cylinder which is the most expensive part of a baler. Ken Korney of IPS Balers suggests removing paper jams and using an air hose to remove dust.

The article focuses on sea strainers in boats. It explains the function of strainers in protecting engine cooling systems, and how the proper positioning of through-hull fittings is crucial in the proper intake of raw water in engine rooms. It discusses the advantages of internal strainers, including ease of service. It points out that external strainers keep raw water and contents from even entering the boat and engine, and the enables the ram effect. The article also presents strainer designs, including wedge-shaped, and scoop strainers.

ELectric power generation from wind turbines is the fastest growing source of electric power in the U.S. and worldwide. According to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA) U.S. Wind Industry Report (AWEA, 2009) for year ending 2009, over 10 000 megawatts (MW) of wind was installed in 2009 for a total wind power capacity of 35000 MW in the U.S. While the wind industry's current focus is on new generation installation and startup, future emphasis will be on long-term reliability and maintainability of wind energy assets. Failures of critical wind turbine components are occurring earlier than expected, resulting in increasing maintenance costs, unplanned outages and decreased capacity factors. Today's wind turbines of the 1.5 MW output cLass have blades that span approximately 50 to 70 m and up to 6 m in chord, the distance from the leading to trailing edges. Due to the large, complex surface area and access considerations, examination of these structures is challenging. Visual testing (VT) is the primary examination method used by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and maintenance service providers to examine wind turbine blades. While VT is limited to surface testing discontinuity detection, other nondestructive testing (NDT) methods are available for blade inspections, which may provide better information about the structural integrity of a blade. One NDT method that is capable of testing large component surfaces is laser shearography. Laser shearography has seen extensive use in aerospace and marine applications for the inspection of composite materials for detection of nonvisibLe surface and near-surface discontinuities. This paper will discuss the theory behind laser shearography and detail the application of laser shearography NDT techniques for the inspection of wind turbine blades. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents a comparison of bosun chairs manufactured by Brion Toss Yacht Riggers, ATN Inc. and Spinlock.

The article discusses the basics of solar photovoltaic systems, an 800-pound gorilla of renewable energy. The author mentions the advantages of using such system, such as the lesser time needed for its maintenance, the easy ways to use it compared to the hydronics and the adaptability of its installation hardware and method to thermal collectors. It notes another way of using it and cites the products currently on the market for such application.

The article presents several tips and tricks for a four-wheel drive sport utility vehicle in going through trail rides. These include keeping air tires down, checking the age of tires and keeping the hood held down during the trip. Spare parts that should be carried include U-joints, complete driveshaft, and axle shaft. It is also advised to carry an emergency spill kit that may be used in cleaning any fluids that may spill out of the engine or drivetrain component.

The article discusses the changes in the scheduling of maintenance program for tools, parts, hazmats, and disassembling components by using the condition based maintenance plus (CBM+) sensors at the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA).

The article evaluates several brands of vacuum cleaners including the Vax Power 7 Pet Barrel canister vacuum, the Neato 48210 Botvac D85 robotic vacuum, and the Vax 4160144 Slim stick vacuum.

The article focuses on electrical equipment manufacturer CEM Instruments (India) Pvt. Ltd., a global leader in the field of testing and measuring equipments, and technologies offered by the company. CEM offers Preventive & Predictive Maintenance (PPM) technologies which ensure the proper functionality of equipment and facilities. CEM's 3-axis DT-178A Vibration Data Logger is simple to use and easy to program to log the measured data in real time.

The article offers brief information on several maintenance equipment including a new range of neodymium shallow pot magnets from Eclipse Magnetics, the uvex sportstyle eyewear from UVEX, and a new height Euro stacking container from goplasticboxes.com.

The article offers information on the importance of electrical safety boards for electrical equipment maintenance. It states that whether a unit use a display board or with another system in containing the electrical emergency equipment, a unit should have the gear and could be accessed easily. It says that a unit may need more than one board or more than just one station for electrical equipment.

The article evaluates several maintenance and shop equipment including the B787 Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Coolant Servicing Cart from Farwest Aircraft Inc., the 2x25 gallon engine compressor washing rig from A.T. Juniper (Liverpool) Ltd., and the aircraft maintenance hoists from PF Fishpole Hoists Inc.

The article reports on the lawnmower maintenance services in San Juan Capistrano, California. Dennis Abbott, owner and partner of Lawnmowers Etc., says that 80 percent of their clients are landscape professionals and the rest are homeowners. Abbott adds that most landscape professionals just wait for their lawnmower to be ruined. Felix Orozco, owner of Lawn/Turf Equipment Repair, notes that one of the biggest mistake in maintaining lawnmower is washing the gas tank with water.

The article presents information on the various details that should be taken into account when one is preparing for an adventure on road. The author thinks that minimizing the chance of mishaps is important for any journey and one just have to be thorough during each stage of the trip. One of the suggestions is a mechanical check-over for the vehicle. Another is to check and update the recovery kit. Some other details mentioned include food, water and communication equipment.

The article discusses paint work spray gun operation, spraying technique and gun and equipment maintenance. An elaboration of spray gun setup and technique, specifically gun angle, gun distance, gun speed and overlap and gun control is offered. The author also presents common problems encountered in spray gun operation, its causes and corrections.

The article evaluates several maintenance equipment including Universal 2x25 gallon compressor wash rig from A.T. Juniper (Liverpool) Ltd., Servo Valve from K.I.M. Aerotech and Crush-Proof Lavatory Dump Hose from U.S. Airmotive GSE.

The article offers tips in the proper maintenance of the chain and sprocket of motorcycles in the U.S. Motorcycle users should provide the needed care and maintenance needed by their motorcycle unit to keep it in top shape especially to its parts including chain and sprocket. One can use commercially available chain cleaners or a stiff part cleaning brush in cleaning these equipment. It is important to remove road grimes because it will lead to rust and wear out of rollers and bushings. INSETS: GEAR ME UP, GEAR ME DOWN;WHY SO SLACK?.

The article discusses wireless technology and its use in maintaining ground support equipment (GSE) in airports. The author says that wireless technology enhances GSE maintenance, safety and helps in pinpointing defective equipment and their location in real time. Other benefits include minimal interference due to low bandwidth frequency and reliable indoor and outdoor communication.

The article focuses on the right of way of railroad systems including its trackside communication, safety and maintenance equipment. It offers routes for commercial communication networks where companies leased circuits in exchange for its use. Some of its items are designed to prevent accidents and injuries such as bumping posts, car stops and derails. Its maintenance of way offered modeling opportunities where equipment and supplies are kept at regular intervals near stations and towers.

An interview with Buddy Himes, owner of Himes Service Co. in Waco, Texas, is presented. When asked about the cause of catastrophic baler failure, he cites the lack of preventive maintenance or no attention given to the equipment. On operator's putting too much stress on their baler's cylinder, he advises that they should be knowledgeable regarding the capability of the equipment to be able to know its limits. On mismatches between material and baler style, he names as an example, baling plastic in an equipment not designed for it.

The article features several maintenance and shop equipment, including the Model 8500 Hydraulic Mule from Burch Aircraft Equipment Co., heavy duty maintenance lifts from Stertil-KONI USA, and high capacity hydraulic jacks from Regent Manufacturing.