Preventive Maintenance for Hydraulic Equipment Preventive maintenance is a proactive equipment and system facilities management strategy. It operates on cost/benefit premise of creating a calendar of regularly scheduled testing and upkeep Typically, testing and maintenance are performed while equipment and systems are still in good working condition. This calendar set up can be based…
DetailsThe world is in the midst of a Fourth Industrial Revolution (Industry 4.0). This is a digital evolution of manufacturing processing technology and the creation of intelligent factories, leading to increased productivity, efficiency, and flexibility. This enables more intelligent decision-making and customization in manufacturing and supply chain operations. Supporting technological advancements include the Internet of…
DetailsSpectronics Corporation had a successful Grainger Show in Orlando, Florida last week. New product offerings from our major product lines, Spectroline for HVAC/R and Industrial, and Tracerline and Leakfinder for Automotive, were exhibited. For over 67 years, Spectronics Corporation has engineered the highest quality, premium performance leak detection dyes and products. As the inventors of…
DetailsSpectronics Corporation and ChemPoint.com EMEA BV are announcing the beginning of a strategic partnership for distribution of their SPECTROLINE WATER-GLO®, the company’s premier fluorescent leak detection dye for water/water-glycol based systems. The terms of the agreement grant ChemPoint the exclusive right to distribute and market WATER-GLO in Europe, the Middle-East and Africa.
DetailsOPK-40GS/E Kit Helps Avoid Expensive Repairs Most refrigerant leaks are only discovered when there’s a problem with your AC&R unit. If you could stop leaks before they became an issue, wouldn’t you? You can avoid expensive repairs by properly caring for your unit and putting in place a preventative maintenance plan. Stop refrigerant leaks with the OPK-40GS/E kit…
DetailsSpectroline leak detection experts discussed all things preventive maintenance during IFPE 2023. A well-thought-out preventative maintenance plan that includes a leak detection process for businesses that rely on heavy equipment is essential to success. Without it, a hydraulic leak unchecked and unnoticed destroys efficiencies and creates hazards. Wondering if you are on this list? Major…
Details(Sales Account Manager, Antwan Jobity, with President and CEO of ARG Industrial, Mike Mortenson) Spectroline leak detection has expanded its product offering into ARG Industrial locations nationwide. During their visit to the Anchorage, Alaska ARG Industrial location for their Customer Appreciation Open House & BBQ in August, they discussed the detrimental damages of leaks. Leaking…
DetailsHow to Detect Silicone Oil Leaks with Spectroline OIL-GLO® Ultra Blue Silicone fluids are essential across many industrial sectors, thanks to their exceptional thermal stability and chemical resistance. They’re commonly used in heat transfer systems, dielectric coolant systems, and as high-performance lubricants. But like all industrial fluids, silicone oils are prone to leaks, which can…
DetailsKnow What Works Fluorescent dyes provide the fastest and most accurate leak detection method for AC/R systems. When added to a suspect system, the escaping fluorescent dye exits all leak areas. Exposing the system to violet light causes the dye to fluoresce brightly. Very small leaks can be detected at a distance and technicians can…
DetailsLeaks are more than just leaks The last thing anyone wants to do is worry about finding leaks, yet the consequences of undetected leaks are crucial to be aware of. Hydraulic systems use fluid to transmit power. Any leaks in the system, no matter how small, are detrimental to workflow. Leaks cause both the loss…
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