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Tis the Season for Sharing

During the month of December, most of us are busy shopping, cooking, decorating and attending parties. Our days are filled with finding the perfect gift for our loved ones, baking dozens of cookies and deciding upon the best outfit to wear to each ...

Dec. 12, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Four Membrane Cleaning Profiles with Micro-90® Alkaline Cleaning Solution, Micro® Green Clean Biodegradable Cleaner and Micro® A07 Citric Acid Cleaner

SUMMARY Fouling and cleaning profiles of four types of filter membranes were obtained using MICRO-90®, MICRO® GREEN CLEAN and/or MICRO® A07. Simulated fouling processes were performed by using either a synthetic oil emulsion or a ...

Nov. 30, 2018 Jennifer Sun

Ergonomics: A Winning Formula For Improved Quality, Safety And Production

International Products Corporation (IPC) recently upgraded their manufacturing facility with the installation of a 20-liter liquid filling line that not only provides for a quicker, more efficient manufacturing process but also provides ergonomic ...

Nov. 30, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Everything you need to know for Easy O-ring Installation

The O-ring…the little part that plays a big role! “What are the parts of a car?” Most people will answer with “engine, thermostat, radiator, water pump, battery, alternator, ignition, steering wheel, tires, windows, ...

Nov. 29, 2018 Judy Shapiro

How To Keep Your Tablet Press Clean

10 Easy Steps for Cleaning Your Tablet Press Nothing can slow production down like equipment that malfunctions or stops working altogether. Performing regular, preventative maintenance of equipment is essential and helps keep pharmaceutical tablet ...

Nov. 29, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Keep your Powersports Vehicle in Tip-Top Shape

Riding your motorcycle on a crisp fall day, feeling the wind on your face and seeing the colorful splendor of the autumn leaves, can be quite an exhilarating experience. Nothing can dampen that feeling more than having to cancel your ride because of ...

Nov. 20, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Reclaiming water to Maintain future economic growth - Case study

The Challenge How do you provide a consistent, high quality supply of water when you have a large volume ethanol distiller located in your backyard? The city of Fargo, ND came up with the perfect solution: reclaim water through the municipal ...

Oct. 23, 2018

How Can You Help Customers Install Your Parts? P-80 To The Rescue!

Did You Know? P-80 Fun Facts… Major manufacturing companies have used P-80 lubricants for years for the assembly of engine mounts, bumpers, seals, belts, bushings, O-rings, hoses, grommets, grips, plugs, moldings, tires and many other rubber ...

Sep. 20, 2018 Judy Shapiro

The ABC’s of Cleaning Validation: A Simple Primer

What is Cleaning Validation? Cleaning validation is used to ensure that a cleaning procedure removes all trace soils, cutting fluids, fingerprints, particulates and cleaning agents from surfaces in regulated processes. Any residue must be ...

Sep. 6, 2018 Judy Shapiro

10 Things To Know When Choosing An Assembly Lubricant

What is a Lubricant? A lubricant is a material that reduces the friction between two surfaces making it easier for them to move across each other. Lubricity measures the reduction of friction that results from using a lubricant. A higher percentage ...

Aug. 27, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Guidelines For Cleaning Pharmaceutical Processing Equipment

Cleaning pharmaceutical processing equipment is challenging. Cleaning methods, soils present, type of manufacturing equipment, surfaces cleaned, choice of cleaning detergent and temperature should all be considered when setting up a cleaning ...

Aug. 15, 2018 Judy Shapiro

An Easy Guide to Understanding Surfactants

What is a Surfactant? Surfactants are a primary component of cleaning detergents. The word surfactant means surface active agent. As the name implies, surfactants stir up activity on the surface you are cleaning to help trap dirt and remove it from ...

Jul. 31, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Save Time And Money With Preventative Maintenance

It’s summer! It’s time to relax and enjoy the warmer weather. Kids are out of school, daylight hours are long, families flock to beaches and it seems like just about everyone takes a vacation. While summer means various things to ...

Jul. 23, 2018 Judy Shapiro

How do I Choose the Best Detergent for My Cleaning Application?

It’s easy to see that you have a dirty surface that needs to be cleaned. Figuring out what type of cleaner to use can be tricky! Choosing the right product from the outset will make your cleaning task easier, quicker and more efficient. So, ...

May 30, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Solve Hydraulic Line Assembly Problems With P-80® THIX

A worldwide crane manufacturer experienced hydraulic system issues, including contamination, rolled O-rings, leaks, and line shut-downs resulting from numerous false-positive leak detections. Once they began using P-80® THIX for assembly they ...

May 17, 2018 Judy Shapiro

How Engineers Choose Rubber Lubricants

A Multi-Disciplinary Engineering Approach to Selecting Assembly Lubricants Rubber is everywhere! Have you ever stopped to consider how many rubber parts are in your car? Or your dishwasher? Or the airplane flying you away to your dream vacation? So ...

Apr. 17, 2018 Judy Shapiro

What is the Chemistry That Makes Detergents Work?

We all have dirty surfaces that need to be cleaned. We see the soil, reach for the detergent, clean the surface and then move on with whatever we were doing, pretty much taking the whole process for granted. Have you ever stopped to think about ...

Mar. 28, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Deciphering Reach and RoHS…The Alphabet Soup of Safety Standards

There are many safety standards that apply to chemical products. As new standards and regulations emerge it can be difficult for those who buy and use chemical products to keep up-to-date with proper safety requirements. Many businesses use ...

Mar. 20, 2018 Judy Shapiro

Rubber Lubricants make Helicopter Maintenance a Breeze

Assembly and repair of helicopters can be difficult. Helicopters are composed of numerous rubber parts, many of which can be hard to install or replace. Rotor blades, shafts, landing skids, control rods, stabilizer bars, pitch levers, blade grips, ...

Feb. 8, 2018 Judy Shapiro

What’s The Proper Way to Handle and Store P-80® Lubricants?

P-80 temporary rubber assembly lubricants decrease the installation force needed to install rubber parts, enabling them to slide easily into place. These lubricants provide a high degree of lubricity when wet, but once dry the slipping action goes ...

Jan. 26, 2018 Judy Shapiro

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