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Lapping in Machines: What You Need to Know Now

If you want to produce a flat surface, read about lapping—a finishing operation. An abrasive slurry within a glycol solution is applied to a lapping machine’s cast-iron lap. Likewise, a backing plate could do with a coated abrasive product. An abrasive’s fresh supply is ensured through a continuous feed system. The workpiece is rotated during …

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5 Uses of Heat-Resistant Fabric

When operating a workplace with dangerous materials, you must incorporate a protocol that keeps your employees and visitors safe during your operations. Be it clothing or the best heat-resistant tools, you and your employees will benefit from heat-resistant fabric.

Seal Face Materials and their Applications

The design and composition of mating faces in all mechanical seals are usually taken for granted but are crucial with respect to the prime objective—to prevent leakage reliably. To accomplish this, different materials are used—including silicon carbide, tungsten carbide, aluminum oxide, hard coatings and metals, mechanical carbon graphite with antimony, or resin impregnation. The first …

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3 Tips to Optimize Machine Liquid Maintenance

Machine liquid serves several important lubrication functions, for example, offering surface protection to prevent corrosion in the machined part, removing chip to prevent interference, and cooling to preserve tool life. However, machine liquid isn’t immune to contamination and degradation, two things that may affect the equipment operation and fluid performance significantly. To help optimize machine …

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Choosing the Perfect Flame-Retardant Fabrics

Numerous industries consider fire safety as one of their most critical concerns, and the textile/fabric industry is no exception. There’s no denying that flame-retardant fabrics have been used for years and in a plethora of different ways. The uses of flame-retardant fabrics are endless, and individuals are presented with a number of options to choose …

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Compressor Seal Replacement: Everything You Need to Know

In many industries, compressors are responsible for the toughest sealing tasks. Compressor machinery is used in chemical processing, refineries, mining, petrochemical processing, food and beverage, biosciences, and environmental sectors. These industries deal with flammable, corrosive, or toxic media on a daily basis. Such demanding conditions call for compressor seals that are reliable, operationally safe, robust …

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Importance of Spiral Wound Gaskets in Power Generation

Advancements in technology has made it possible to produce energy in several ways. For instance, there are non-renewable methods such as natural gas, coal, and fossil fuels, as well as several renewable means like solar, wind, biomass, and hydroelectric. Regardless of the technique, extreme operating conditions and pressures are a given. Which is why manufacturers …

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Pipe Fittings in Manufacturing Methods

Understanding pipe fittings manufacturing methods is an essential part of every machine engineer’s training and education. It’s helpful in assessing inner mechanics of pumps, motors, boilers, and other rotary equipment. Pipe fittings aren’t just limited to plastic or metal pipes used for water passaging.

Single vs. Double Mechanical Seals: What’s the Difference?

A mechanical seal is an essential component that pivots different parts together. They’re mostly used to fasten moving parts to the stationary ones. They eliminate spillage and leaks in the internal and external parts of a machine. There are two main types of mechanical seal: single and double seals. Both are used to cater to …

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