November 2017

Maintenance Matters 20 By installing a 10-zone gas catalytic infra-red oven from HERAEUS NOBLELIGHT, a Mexican manufacturer of gas propane tanks has reportedly been able to switch from batch processing to in- line coating to meet increased sales demand, while at the same time improving coating quality and reducing energy and maintenance costs. Metsa, has been involved in the manufacture of propane tanks for over 50 years. However, when demand for products increased, it was realised that the existing powder coating facility would have problems meeting this demand. Consequently, the decision was made to change from batch production to in- line production and, after successful trials at Heraeus’Applications Centre in Georgia, it was decided to install a gas analytic infra-red oven to match the faster coating speed and to solve the curing problem. t| 0151 353 2710 e| ian.bartley@heraeus.com UVEX, together with safety footwear specialist HECKEL, reports it has introduced its high- performance and extremely durable new MACSOLE X MX 300 GT GORE-TEX safety boot. The company says specially designed for outdoor work in demanding or extreme conditions, the innovative MACSOLE X MX 300 GT features outstanding technical performance and comfort. The result of a 10-year partnership between HECKEL and GORE-TEX, known for its 100% waterproof, yet breathable, products in the sports, leisure, and safety sectors, the MACSOLE X MX 300 GT boot boasts a flexible and comfortable PU/rubber sole, giving maximum resistance to oils, hydrocarbons, chemical products and heat up to 300°C. uvex says the grooves to the rear of the sole give optimal grip as soon as the heel contacts the ground, ensuring excellent shock absorption. w| www.uvex-heckel.fr NORD DRIVESYSTEMS says the new NORDAC LINK series of field distribution systems, designed for networked intralogistics facilities with many drive axes, provides an especially good user experience. The company says these frequency inverters and motor starters enable flexible configuration of features and functions to perfectly suit application requirements. Coded plug-in connectors for power, communications, and sensors enable swift and safe commissioning. Integrated maintenance switches and direction switches facilitate servicing these systems later on. Size 2 NORDAC LINK frequency inverters, the latest field distribution systems, are suitable for motor ratings up to 7.5 kW. The various models in this series now offer solutions for all typical tasks in postal hubs, airport baggage handling systems, and warehouses. t| +49 45 32 / 2 89 -0 e| info@nord.com w| www.nord.com Maximum performance | Plant &Works Engineering | November 2017 Until 31st December 2017, FLUKE says it is reducing the recommended price of its 279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter from £839 to £669. The company says thermal imagers are invaluable to help quickly troubleshoot electrical equipment, panels and transformers but electricians and maintenance technicians often do not have access to one when they need it. Fluke says its 279 FC TRMS Thermal Multimeter is the first test tool to integrate a full-featured true-RMS (TRMS) digital multimeter (DMM) with a thermal camera in one device to speed troubleshooting. It is also a member of the Fluke Connect family of wireless test tools allowing users to transmit results wirelessly to a smartphone and save time reporting to validate work is complete. More information about this and other Fluke Specials can be found at www.fluke.co.uk/promotions Thermal multimeter Networked drive electronics Improving maintenance costs New tough safety shoe KTR SYSTEMS GmbH has announced that Nicola Warning, an experienced manager and acknowledged industry expert, will take over the position of CEO, succeeding Prof. Dr. Josef Gerstner who will withdraw from the operating business. Previously the graduate engineer worked for Siemens where she held a management position. The company says having an excellent expertise of products and the market and a wealth of experience in international sales and production, Mrs. Warning will drive forward the positive development of the KTR Group. Dr Gerstner will continue to support the family-owned company as chairman of the advisory board. Founded in 1959, KTR is today operating globally with almost 1,200 employees, 440 of them working at the headquarters in Rheine. w| www.ktr.com C.K MAGMA says following extensive research among tradesmen, it has introduced the C.K Magma Technician’s Toolcase Max - its biggest and most robust tool storage solution to date, offering an impressive 35 % increased capacity and further strengthening its range of premium storage, the new Technician’s Toolcase Max is set to become a firm favourite with tradesmen. The company says delivering even greater and longer lasting performance than ever before, the C.K Magma Technician’s Toolcase Max has a wider central compartment and deeper side panels ideal for storing test equipment and the larger toolkit. The company says in the central compartment, an adjustable divider ensures sensitive equipment and tools can be separately and safely stored whilst at the same time providing easy access to kit, allowing maximum flexibility in storage options. t| 01758 704704 w| www.carlkammerling.com New CEO