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Metal Detectors 101 

August 14, 2024

Metal Detectors 101 

Did you know that in 2012 Kellogg recalled millions of cereal boxes “due to the possible presence of fragments of flexible metal mesh from a faulty manufacturing part?” In January 2015, Unibright Foods recalled tens of thousands of pounds of prepared meat products after it was revealed that packages might contain “extraneous metal materials” by the Department of Metal Detectors 101 

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Servo Valves vs. Proportional Valves: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job 

August 9, 2024

Servo Valves vs. Proportional Valves: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job 

Hydraulic valves are fundamental parts of machinery that regulate fluid flow within a hydraulic system. They control the trajectory, rate of flow, and force and are crucial to controlling energy conversion for mechanical output. While there are many types of valves, we’re going to focus on two: servo and proportional valves.   Servo valves were created Servo Valves vs. Proportional Valves: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job 

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Is Your Machine Coughing? Preventative Maintenance is the Cure! 

July 26, 2024

Is Your Machine Coughing? Preventative Maintenance is the Cure! 

Have you heard the words “preventative maintenance” one too many times? There’s a reason for that!   Preventative maintenance is when you entrust your machine to experts like us, who will care for it when it shows symptoms of a needed repair. Symptoms can include unusual noises or vibrations, fluid leaks, and increased downtime. If warning Is Your Machine Coughing? Preventative Maintenance is the Cure! 

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Optimizing Electric Boat Performance: The Role of VFDs and HMIs 

July 23, 2024

Optimizing Electric Boat Performance: The Role of VFDs and HMIs 

While electric boat engines aren’t powerful enough for all boats, they’re becoming more popular every day for a multitude of reasons. They are more efficient as they use less energy to run (saving money on fuel), and they are generally easier to operate. With the rising trends towards sustainability, these engines are also cleaner because Optimizing Electric Boat Performance: The Role of VFDs and HMIs 

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The Silent Hero of Your Chicken Dinner: Food Equipment Repairs 

June 19, 2024

The Silent Hero of Your Chicken Dinner: Food Equipment Repairs 

Chicken undergoes an extensive process from the farm to your plate, eventually served between two buns with cheese and pickles. Equipment repairs play a crucial role in the production of chicken. Many appliances are imperative to running a smooth food processing facility. For instance, metal detectors help prevent harmful objects from ending up in your The Silent Hero of Your Chicken Dinner: Food Equipment Repairs 

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