Videos

Why Vibration Troubleshooting Instruments are Inadequate for PdM

2011-11-07T09:51:41-06:00

This video explains the difference between troubleshooting instrumentation and the types of instruments and software that are used to implement predictive maintenance programs. Often providers of troubleshooting instruments confuse the industrial market as to the differences between their capabilities and true condition monitoring.

Reliable Plant 2011 Conference and Exhibition

2011-02-13T16:35:54-06:00

The Reliable Plant 2011 Conference and Exhibition is coming to Columbus, Ohio on April 19-21, 2011. Get the details at Conference.ReliablePlant.com. This brief video shows highlights from the 2010 conference.

Philadelphia area manufacturing activity continues to expand

2011-01-21T08:41:36-06:00

Results from January's Business Outlook Survey suggest that the Philadelphia regional manufacturing activity continues to expand. The diffusion index of current activity edged down slightly to 19.3 in January from a revised reading of 20.8 in December. In the special questions, firms were asked about the factors that are influencing their hiring plans.

Educating corporate executives on importance of SMRP

2011-01-20T09:03:08-06:00

This video was made to attract corporate executives to the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals and its Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professionals exam.

Former ThedaCare CEO on learning from manufacturing leaders

2011-01-20T08:57:28-06:00

Dr. John Toussaint, former CEO of ThedaCare, talks about how he learned from and was mentored by leaders from industry.

Nissan launches utility van at Mississippi plant

2011-01-20T08:55:10-06:00

Nissan North America's manufacturing plant in Canton, Miss., is adding one more vehicle to its production line, a utility van that will be an innovative addition to the global automaker's award-winning fleet.

Using iPad application for vibration analysis

2011-01-19T13:49:44-06:00

This video demonstrates a new iPad vibration analyzer for GTI Spindle.

Bull's-eye: How darts are manufactured

2011-01-19T07:48:05-06:00

Ever wonder how darts are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Are you overlooking your plant's maintenance issues?

2011-01-19T07:43:22-06:00

Are you overlooking your plant's maintenance issues? Are you covering them up or Band-Aiding them? This video slide show features photos from one plant that shows the myriad of maintenance issues that remain to be addressed.

Ford commits to keeping jobs in Missouri

2011-01-19T07:38:26-06:00

Missouri Governor Jay Nixon joined Ford executives and suppliers on Tuesday, January 18 at a press conference announcing a new vehicle production line that will be coming to Ford's Claycomo plant in Kansas City once the Ford Escape production moves to Kentucky. Missouri gave its commitment to the industry last year when it passed the Manufacturing Jobs Act, which was key in Ford's decision to stay in the state.

Innovation and the transformation of the global energy system

2011-01-18T14:21:30-06:00

Experts in energy technology, research, policy and business discuss the importance of clean energy innovation and how it can be accelerated. These include:

Kristina Johnson, Under Secretary of  Energy, United States Department of Energy
Tim Woodward, managing director, Nth Power
Dan Reicher, director of climate and energy initiatives, Google
Dr. Ernie Moniz, director of the MIT Energy Initiative
Dr. Daniel Kammen, director of the Renewable and Appropriate Energy Laboratory, UC Berkeley
Dr. Lynn Orr, director of the Precourt Institute for Energy, Stanford University

Tour of Vance & Hines manufacturing plant

2011-01-18T14:09:28-06:00

The great guys at Vance & Hines invited us to Brownsburg, Ind., to shoot video for an episode for PSM Racer TV. This is a behind-the-scenes tour of their manufacturing plant that builds exhaust systems for their own race bikes as well as consumers.

How NTN manufactures ball bearings

2011-01-18T09:13:22-06:00

Ever wonder how NTN manufactures its ball bearings? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

An explanation of the Theory of Constraints

2011-01-18T09:11:15-06:00

What is the Theory of Constraints and how does it relate to Lean Six Sigma? Watch this video and find out.

How Solutia uses the Optalign Smart shaft alignment system

2011-01-17T16:07:56-06:00

A sales engineer at Ludeca Inc. introduces the Optalign Smart shaft alignment system. He then speaks with Nihal Raval, a maintenance reliability engineer from Solutia Inc., about how Optalign Smart helped him.

Apply lean principles to training and learning

2011-01-17T09:07:55-06:00

Did you know that most training and learning programs are 85 to 99 percent waste? Hard to believe, but it's true. Just like in manufacturing, lean principles can be effectively applied to them and eliminate streamline activities, reduce costs and improve quality. In this video, Todd Hudson talks about how the classic wastes of "overproduction" and "delay" apply to training and learning and how to eliminate them.

An inside look at Mercedes-Benz plant in Germany

2011-01-17T09:05:48-06:00

This video provides a glimpse inside Mercedes-Benz's manufacturing plant in Bremen, Germany.

Activate, don't procrastinate on assignments

2011-01-17T09:04:18-06:00

Most people will agree that avoiding procrastination is simply impossible. However, can you just imagine what would it be like if you would acknowledge procrastination and work it into your day to the best of your abilities? How can you procrastinate well? By listing your tasks on paper, you will feel more committed. Even if you don't get to your tasks until two days later, you will still be ahead of the crowd. The biggest advantage is that you will not only feel better but you will feel more in control of your life. You will feel your energy going up and your stress levels going down. Now, don't procrastinate on watching this video!

Karin Lindner is the founder and owner of KARICO Performance Solutions located in Richmond Hill, Ontario. As an employee engagement and motivation specialist focusing on the manufacturing sector, her mission is to develop employee excellence in every level of the organization, one company at a time.

Must-see: OK Go's Rube Goldberg machine music video

2011-01-14T14:19:55-06:00

The video was filmed in a two-story warehouse in the Echo Park neighborhood of Los Angeles. The "machine" was designed and built by the band OK Go, along with members of Syyn Labs over the course of several months. Way cool and fun!

An overview on the lean concept of standard work

2011-01-14T14:12:48-06:00

This video focuses on the importance of standardization, no matter if you work in a factory or office environment.

Preview of 2011 EASTEC convention in Massachusetts

2011-01-14T09:01:59-06:00

At EASTEC 2011, the largest annual manufacturing show on the east coast, 3,500 personnel will be on hand to showcase the latest equipment and technology at more than 500 exhibits. Attendees will learn how to apply advanced technologies, cut their carbon footprint, hold down costs, cultivate new "wallets" in the form of emerging markets, and apply lean methods.

Animation explaining laser shaft alignment

2011-01-14T08:55:56-06:00

Up to 50 percent of the damage to rotating machinery is directly related to misalignment! So just see the advantages of laser shaft alignment and increase your machine availability, productivity and machine lifetime

How to laser align rotating shafts

2011-01-14T08:50:23-06:00

This video shows how to laser shaft align rotating shafts as quickly as possible with Fixturlaser's "True Position Sensing", available on the Fixturlaser XA and the Fixturlaser GO. Laser shaft alignment with Fixturlaser's dual laser, dual sensor design means the system tracks the shafts' true positions, allowing alignments to often be completed with just one set of measurements and adjustments. The XA and GO laser shaft alignment tools are available in the United States from VibrAlign Inc.

A salute to technical jargon (see if you can follow along)

2011-01-13T13:56:31-06:00

Engineers have a tendency to speak a language of their own. Understanding and translating that language can prove difficult.

With that said, here is two minutes of technical jargon heaven, thanks to our friends at Rockwell Automation. This video was created in 1997. If anyone can decipher it into a two-minute elevator speech for the common man, please let me know.

Click on the link below and enjoy.

How Lea & Perrins makes its worcestershire sauce

2011-01-13T08:28:30-06:00

Ever wonder how Lea & Perrins manufactures its worcestershire sauce? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Genentech Oceanside's continuous improvement journey

2011-01-13T08:25:42-06:00

This video provides a talk with Kawa Chiu, associate director of manufacturing at Genentech Oceanside, about initial, and lasting, Right First Time successes.

Dick Gephardt: Manufacturing and innovation can go together

2011-01-13T08:23:10-06:00

Champion of manufacturing and former House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt talks about the role that manufacturing must play in turning around the U.S. ship, and how workers can ready themselves for uncertainty ahead.

How popcorn is manufactured

2011-01-12T13:07:09-06:00

Ever wonder how popcorn is manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

An introduction to mistake-proofing

2011-01-12T08:41:15-06:00

This video clip was taken from a Lean Six Sigma green belt class taught by ProgressivEdge. It opens with a discussion on reactive vs. proactive tools and then describes the three levels of mistake-proofing.

The differences between lean and Lean Six Sigma

2011-01-12T08:39:32-06:00

Ken Rizzo, the director of technical and lean services at the Printing Industries of America, answers some questions about the continuous improvement process. He answers the questions, "Why the focus on lean manufacturing instead of Lean Six Sigma?"

Creating effective and sustainable maintenance work procedures

2011-01-12T08:36:53-06:00

You may not know how work procedures really work and their impact on asset reliability or asset integrity.

How scissors are manufactured

2011-01-11T13:50:49-06:00

Ever wonder how scissors are manufactured? Find out by checking out this cool video.

Educational music video on Six Sigma

2011-01-11T08:58:15-06:00

This is an educational music video about Six Sigma. Great for beginners and black belts alike. It covers statistics, the seven forms of waste, and various acronyms.

Manufacturing roundtable with manufacturing czar Ron Bloom

2011-01-11T08:53:12-06:00

Silicon Valley manufacturing CEOs, CFOs and venture capitalists hosted Ron Bloom, senior counselor to the U.S. President for manufacturing policy at the global headquarters of Applied Materials.

AC drives: Choosing the correct motor

2011-01-10T11:42:11-06:00

This seminar video was written by AC drive and motor expert James Shumberg. This seminar introduces induction motor theory and offers tips on proper motor selection for motors used on AC drives. AC drive are sometimes called variable frequency drives, or VFDs. Reasons for avoiding high efficiency and NEMA Design A motor are explained. Motors rated for inverter duty are discussed.

Tom Peters offers 3 H's for effective leadership

2011-01-10T08:39:14-06:00

Tom Peters says: "If you understand the 3 H's, you you don't need to understand anything else about business success."

Top 5 ways companies are wasting money on Lean Six Sigma

2011-01-10T08:37:18-06:00

The top five ways that companies waste money implementing Lean Six Sigma:
1. Top-down CEO commitment
2. Widespread implementation
3. Training belts and teams
4. Failure to focus
5. Lean Six Sigma software

How Trane manufacturers air conditioning units

2011-01-10T08:33:33-06:00

Ever wonder how Trane manufactures its air conditioning units? Find out by checking out this video.

Tour of Larson-Juhl frame manufacturing plant in Wisconsin

2011-01-07T13:39:36-06:00

Take a tour of Larson-Juhl's premier custom picture frame moulding manufacturing facility, located along the shores of Lake Superior in Ashland, Wis. Learn how fine quality picture frames are created through this informative video that details each step in this interesting process. This video also shares what the Larson-Juhl Ashland team does to keep their focus on sustainable lumber procurement and product development. Through the various steps the team takes, Larson-Juhl's Ashland facility is a proud recipient of FSC, PEFC and FSC forest-friendly certifications, recognized throughout the world for responsible lumber management.

How racing wheelchairs are manufactured

2011-01-07T07:34:53-06:00

Ever wonder how racing wheelchairs are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Toyota executive speaks on lean management

2011-01-07T07:32:24-06:00

Toyota executive Shankar Basu provides a keynote address on how the company utilizes lean management principles.

Wireless condition monitoring for rotating equipment

2011-01-06T15:59:36-06:00

Ron Kittle, a senior product analyst for the Timken Company, talks about the StatusCheck wireless condition monitoring system.

Tour of AstroTurf manufacturing facility

2011-01-06T09:16:16-06:00

This video provides a tour of the AstroTurf manufacturing facility and shows how it produces a synthetic football field.

OSHA lockout/tagout and electrical safety training video

2011-01-05T13:38:24-06:00

The OSHA lockout/tagout protocols in this video are covered in the Control of Hazardous Energy Standard found in 29 CFR 1910.147.

Performing maintenance at a high level (literally)

2011-01-05T11:10:51-06:00

Think you have a challenging maintenance job? Try performing maintenance high off the ground. Laing O'Rourke has recently been awarded the next contract for the continued maintenance and inspection of all aspects of the two Severn Bridges in the United Kingdom for the next seven years. Paul Lane, Inspection and Maintenance Manager for Laing O'Rourke, talks about the challenges of maintaining these busy bridges.

Tom Peters' views on innovation and benchmarking

2011-01-05T09:21:28-06:00

Tom Peters first captured the attention of global business leaders with his 1982 book, "In Search of Excellence." By examining the characteristics shared by successful companies, he created a guide for managers keen to drive their organizations to greater heights.

A series of subsequent books served to hone Peters' thinking and provided the launching pad for his successful consulting company. He now spends much of his time traveling the world, advising senior managers on the steps they need to take to ensure their company's long-term survival.

According to Peters, future economic success will spring from entrepreneurial individuals and small firms agile enough to seize new opportunities. Freed from the constraints of top-heavy management structures, they will generate the ideas and innovations needed to survive in an ultra-competitive world.

How to calculate return on investment

2011-01-05T09:19:09-06:00

Advanced Industrial Equipment will show you how to calculate return on investment (ROI) in just two minutes. You will be able to calculate the total and percentage return on investment for any project.

GE, IBEW investing in U.S. manufacturing

2011-01-05T09:14:59-06:00

After years of attempts to remain viable in a cut-throat global manufacturing environment, the GE refrigerator plant in Bloomington, Ind. -- which employs nearly 700 members of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 2249 -- was the site of good news last fall. The factory, which was slated for closure two years ago, announced in October that it will hire 200 more workers, part of a $93 million facility upgrade to add a new line of side-by-side refrigerators that will incorporate "green" insulation and other components.

Ceremony honors Malcolm Baldrige Award recipients

2011-01-05T09:08:52-06:00

This video covers the entire ceremony for the 2009 recipients of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest honor for performance excellence and innovation, on December 16, 2010. It features presentation of awards to five recipients, including Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies.

How train wheels are manufactured

2011-01-04T08:44:39-06:00

Ever wonder how train wheels are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Kids take tour of hunting bow manufacturing plant in Wisconsin

2011-01-04T08:37:15-06:00

This video features a tour of the Mathews Inc. manufacturing plant in Sparta, Wis. Mathews is the largest grossing bow manufacturer in the world. Mathews produces lots of different compound bows. The video creators found out that Mathews has sold more than 1 million bows since 1992, when the company was started. And they spend a lot of time working to make their product better and better which is why their slogan, "catch us if you can" makes a lot of sense. We heard about how Matt McPherson, the owner of Mathews, put the company on the map with single cam technology (Solocam), which makes their bows lighter, faster, quieter and very, very accurate. That's very important stuff when you are taking a shot at a whitetail out in the woods.

How lawn bowling balls are manufactured

2011-01-03T13:49:47-06:00

This kind of bowling is played outdoors, not in a bowling alley. And the path to victory is not straight. Find out how these special lawn bowling balls are made.

Kaizen cart addresses floor marking applications

2011-01-03T13:47:36-06:00

This video shows off a kaizen cart to help you with your lean floor marking applications.

Video Courtesy of the Manufacturers of Superior Mark Floor Tape

The 3 levels of support necessary for Lean Six Sigma team success

2011-01-03T07:24:58-06:00

This video explores the three levels of sponsorship and support that Lean Six Sigma teams need to succeed.

How corn whiskey is manufactured

2011-01-03T07:21:02-06:00

Ever wonder how corn whiskey (a.k.a. moonshine) is manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Happy New Year: How champagne is manufactured

2010-12-30T13:51:42-06:00

Ever wonder how champagne is manufactured? Find out by checking out this episode of the Discovery Channel's "How Do They Do It?" television series.

Building a Times Square New Year's Eve ball

2010-12-30T13:49:09-06:00

This video takes a look at how the Times Square New Year's Eve ball was built in 2008.

Manufacturing operations and quality at Honda in America

2010-12-30T13:46:00-06:00

This video takes a look at manufacturing operations and quality at Honda's auto assembly plants in the United States.

Tour of rum manufacturing plant in the Dominican Republic

2010-12-30T09:20:49-06:00

This video provides a quick tour of a run manufacturing plant in the Dominican Republic.

How Walt Disney balanced dreamers, realists and critics on project teams

2010-12-29T08:51:35-06:00

Every Six Sigma team has a dreamer, a realist and a critic with their own motivation style and influencing language. Learn how to translate among the three to make teams successful.

Tour of Ottawa Kalmar yard tractor factory

2010-12-29T08:28:35-06:00

This short video takes you on a tour of the manufacturing facility for Ottawa Kalmar yard tractors.

What's the most important thing to achieve customer satisfaction?

2010-12-28T15:29:17-06:00

Tom Peters uses the example of patient satisfaction at hospitals to highlight the importance of kindness.

The end of Kodachrome film processing

2010-12-28T15:27:08-06:00

This CBS News Sunday Morning spot chronicles the demise of the last Kodachrome film processing plant. Kodak stopped manufacturing Kodachrome last year but now the chemicals have finally run out.

How carbon fiber softball bats are manufactured

2010-12-28T08:43:38-06:00

Ever wonder how carbon fiber softball bats are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Vice President Biden's speech at Baldrige Award ceremony

2010-12-28T08:40:01-06:00

Vice President Joe Biden addresses the 2009 Recipients of the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award - the nation's highest honor for performance excellence and innovation - on December 16, 2010. He applauds five recipients: Honeywell Federal Manufacturing &Technologies, Midway USA, AtlantiCare, Heartland Heath, and Veterans Affairs Cooperative Studies Program Clinical Research Pharmacy Coordinating Center.

Six Sigma's focus on critical to quality measures

2010-12-27T09:00:42-06:00

Six Sigma focuses on critical to quality (CTQ) measures of delay, defects and deviation. These are used with control charts and histograms to focus, improve and sustain improvements.

Mistake-proofing in Lean Six Sigma activities

2010-12-27T08:58:59-06:00

This video takes a look at mistake-proofing (poka-yoke) in Lean Six Sigma.

Facilitating Six Sigma teams using motivation styles, influencing language

2010-12-27T08:57:13-06:00

This video explains how to facilitate Six Sigma teams using motivation styles and influencing language.

How deep cell batteries are manufactured

2010-12-22T07:33:56-06:00

Ever wonder how deep cell batteries are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Engineer shares technologies behind GE carbon composites

2010-12-22T07:19:48-06:00

General Electric engineer Mark Vermilyea talks about GE's carbon composites technologies.

Jay Leno examines FARO Technologies' innovative products

2010-12-21T13:13:41-06:00

Jay Leno welcomes FARO Technologies to Jay Leno's Garage. In this episode, Jay takes a closer look at some of the most innovative technologies being used in American manufacturing.

First day of production for Winchester Model 70 rifle

2010-12-21T08:55:33-06:00

This is part of a series of videos taking you inside the Winchester Arms manufacturing plant in Columbia, S.C. The video details the first day of production for the new Winchester's Model 70 centerfire rifle.

Final assembly of a Winchester Model 70 rifle at South Carolina plant

2010-12-21T08:53:46-06:00

This is part of a series of videos taking you inside the Winchester Arms manufacturing plant in Columbia, S.C. The video details the final assembly of Winchester's Model 70 centerfire rifle.

How the Bic Cristal ballpoint pen is manufactured

2010-12-21T08:51:35-06:00

Watch how the famous BIC Cristal ballpoint pen is made. The pen has a tungsten carbide ball and can write for more than 2,000 meters. Very interesting as to how much detail goes into the manufacturing of this pen.

Alfred Reader & Company shares how it makes its cricket balls

2010-12-21T08:47:55-06:00

This video shows how Alfred Reader & Company manufactures its world-class cricket balls.

An inside look at Santa's toy manufacturing operations

2010-12-20T14:45:40-06:00

This video provides an inside look at Santa Claus' toy manufacturing operations at the North Pole.

Maintenance and sustenance at a Tata Steel plant

2010-12-20T09:51:53-06:00

This video provides a brief explanation of maintenance project performance at a Tata Steel plant.

How a printing plant uses infrared thermography to detect issues

2010-12-20T07:47:19-06:00

This video shows how a printing plant utilizes infrared thermography cameras to detect issues on press equipment.

How a bakery products manufacturer makes its muffins

2010-12-20T07:44:32-06:00

Ever wonder how muffins are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Historical look at Goodyear tire manufacturing

2010-12-17T14:31:33-06:00

This historic video (circa 1997) shows how Goodyear aviation tires are made and tested.

Massive General Motors plant prepares for closure

2010-12-17T14:29:48-06:00

General Motors is closing its Willow Run manufacturing plant on December 23, 2010. At 5 million square feet, it's one of the largest buildings in the world. A total of 42,000 people made B-24 bombers at the Ypsilanti Township, Mich., facility during World War II. Here's what it looks like today. This video was produced by AnnArbor.com's Nathan Bomey.

Analysts dissect Philadelphia Fed manufacturing report

2010-12-17T14:22:40-06:00

Mid-Atlantic regional manufacturing conditions continued to improve in December, according to the firms participating in December's Business Outlook Survey, released by the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia. The general activity index increased to 24.3 in December from 22.5 in November. Firms saw increases in prices for inputs and for their own manufactured goods. In the special questions, firms were asked for their expectations on changes in costs next year.

How parachutes are manufactured

2010-12-17T07:45:16-06:00

Ever wonder how parachutes are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Eli Goldratt on Viable Vision and Theory of Constraints

2010-12-17T07:42:48-06:00

Eli Goldratt, renowned author of "The Goal", explains about Viable Vision and how companies can increase their net profit.

How food plants manufacture doughnuts

2010-12-16T13:58:42-06:00

Ever wonder how doughnuts are manufactured? Find out by checking out this episode of the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

The Bugatti performance manufacturing story

2010-12-16T13:56:32-06:00

In 1998, Volkswagen AG decided to revive the legendary Bugatti automobile brand, purchasing all trademark rights, and the next year Bugatti Automobile S.A.S. was founded in Molsheim, Alsace, as a Volkswagen France subsidiary.

As early as 1998, Volkswagen presented its first Bugatti prototype at the Paris Auto Salon -- the Bugatti EB 118, a two-door coupé with 555 HP designed by Italdesign. It was followed by another Italdesign product, the Bugatti EB 218, a four-door limousine which was presented at the Geneva Auto Salon in 1999. At the International Automobile Exhibition in Frankfurt in the fall of that year, Volkswagen introduced the Bugatti 18.3 Chiron, named after the greatest Bugatti racecar driver of the interwar era. The Bugatti Veyron Concept Car was first shown at the Tokyo Motor Show. Both the Chiron and the Veyron were developed by the Volkswagen AG design team led by Hartmut Warkuss.

In 2001, Volkswagen decided to start serial production of the super-sportscar Veyron, whose official name was "Veyron 16.4". In the fall of 2004, after renovation of the traditional Bugatti headquarters at Château Saint Jean was completed and the new assembly studio constructed, Bugatti S.A.S. began manufacturing the first Veyron. About 80 cars are assembled each year, most of them being picked up directly in Molsheim by their new owners. This is a pleasure that customers back in Ettore Bugatti's days also used to indulge in.

The importance of non-destructive testing and condition monitoring

2010-12-16T09:08:06-06:00

The British Institute of NDT is the professional institute for all those engaged in non-destructive testing and condition monitoring. It is concerned with the education and training of its members, and the advancement of the science and practice of the subject.

Vibration analysis at an AkzoNobel plant

2010-12-15T07:45:10-06:00

This video explores the application of vibration analysis at an AkzoNobel plant.

Structural vibration monitoring of wind turbines

2010-12-15T07:43:03-06:00

This video explores the subject of structural vibration monitoring of wind turbines.

How the Oglethorpe Power Plant uses vibration analysis

2010-12-15T07:40:20-06:00

This video shows how the Oglethorpe Power Plant in Georgia uses vibration analysis.

Progress Energy targets uptime, costs with infrared cameras

2010-12-15T07:38:03-06:00

See how FLIR's P640 infrared camera is used by Progress Energy, a power transmission company, for predictive and preventative maintenance to ensure constant supply.

Orlando to play host to 2011 infrared thermography conference

2010-12-15T07:35:57-06:00

Organized by the Infraspection Institute, IR/INFO is the most important conference of the year for infrared thermographers. This year, the infrared conference will be held at the Disney Boardwalk Conference Center in Orlando, Fla. For infomation, visit www.irinfo.org.

Infrared cameras provide benefits for utility companies

2010-12-15T07:33:29-06:00

This video shows FLIR cameras in the field and why infrared thermal imaging has become a key tool for predictive maintenance programs for utility firms everywhere.

Interactive boards enable lean at SCA paper plant

2010-12-15T07:30:27-06:00

This video shows how a SCA paper manufacturing plant uses interactive information boards in conjunction with lean efforts.

Mercury Marine saves big with Six Sigma energy-savings project

2010-12-14T10:15:58-06:00

A Mercury Marine manufacturing leader explains the results of a Six Sigma project that saved energy and costs at its plant in Wisconsin.

A very good primer on Six Sigma principles

2010-12-14T10:14:21-06:00

What is Six Sigma? It's a systematic way to solve problems involving defects and deviation.

You only need a handful of tools to solve most problems:
1. Control charts of current performance (and to monitor performance after improvement.
2. Pareto charts (for defects) and histograms (for variation)
3. Ishikawa - Fishbone diagrams for root cause analysis

Address waste, rework, defects with 4-50 Rule

2010-12-14T10:12:40-06:00

Learn the 4-50 Rule: Four percent of the steps in any process cause 50% of the waste, rework, defects, deviation and lost profit. Use Pareto charts to narrow your focus to the 4% to maximize results and profit.

How pressure gauges are manufactured

2010-12-10T07:23:36-06:00

Ever wonder how pressure gauges are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

How police badges are manufactured

2010-12-10T07:18:51-06:00

Ever wonder how police badges are manufactured? Find out by checking out this video from the Discovery Channel's "How It's Made" television series.

Tom Peters explains why courtesy matters in business

2010-12-10T07:17:18-06:00

Tom Peters reminds us that grand gestures aren't always necessary. It's the little things that matter.