Does Your Meter Safety Measure Up?
Sep 1, 1998, By Edward Shen
Meters can, and do, blow up, causing personal injury and equipment damage. The good news is it doesn't have to happen to you....
Hard Facts on Software
Aug 1, 1998, By Mark Lamendola, Technical Editor
Software or nightmare? In the world of desktop computers, it's often impossible to tell the difference. Here are hard facts you can use to create the system you intended to have....
The Bells and Whistles in Today's DMMs: Which Ones Do You Need?
Aug 1, 1998, By Dale Cigoy, Keithley Instruments
Today's digital multimeters have a wide array of features. Which ones will best help you overcome the problems you face, and which ones can you forego?...
Why are Generator Batteries Failing?
Aug 1, 1998, Edited by Robert J. Lawrie
The answer to JK’s question on “failing generator batteries” in June 1997 needs additional information. First, you need to find out why the engine-driven...
Look At Your Motors' Lubrication
Aug 1, 1998, By Patrick Kilbane, Predict, Inc.
You've set up a sound preventive maintenance program. You've even added some predictive maintenance elements to it. Yet, your motors and other rotating equipment continue to suffer from catastrophic failure. Isn't there something to tell you what's going on? Yes: Ferrography....
The Case Of A Hospital's Emergency Power Failure
Jul 1, 1998, By Robert E. Garrett, P.E.
Here's an example of how a hospital pinched pennies too tightly and almost lost a patient because of it....
Troubleshooting Industrial Power Quality Problems
Jul 1, 1998, By Ken Michaels, F.D. Hayes Electric Co.
The right approach and practical test methods will ensure success time and again....
Reduce Your Labor Costs With Multi-Tap Connectors
Jul 1, 1998, By Edward Schutte, E.E., ILSCO Corp.
New labor-saving, self-insulating tap and splice connectors give you a competitive edge....
Ergonomics: An Effective Productivity Tool
Jun 1, 1998, By Joseph R. Knisely, Senior Editorial Consultant
Manufacturers are moving ahead by promoting comfortable work areas and ergonomically designed tools. This results in happy workers, better safety, and improved productivity....
Learning Lessons In High-Voltage Safety >By Alex Rose
May 1, 1998,
When you review an accident, your objective should be to prevent another one like it. By reviewing the following accident, we hope to help prevent such...
Test Live And Stay Alive >By Dick Troberg
May 1, 1998, Joseph R. Knisley
"I usually get an invitation to teach this safety seminar after a facility has suffered its first fatality." How sad that the instructor of an electrical...
The Case of the Unheeded Warning
May 1, 1998, Paul E. Pritzker
A fellow crew member's comment on "getting static" while working near a 115kV air switch goes unheeded and results in an electrician's death.Engulfed...
Power Site Survey: A Case of "What Went Wrong"
Apr 1, 1998, Ken Michaels
Beware of consultants and companies that may have a financial stake in the resolution of your power quality problem. Also, make sure their personnel follow...
Case Of The Unseen Swimmer >By Paul E. Pritzker, P.E., C.S.P.
Apr 1, 1998,
Veiling reflections and burned-out lamps at a swimming pool prevent clear observation of a drowning victim. Good illumination is critical for pool safety."Let...
Watch Out For Burnouts On Hard-To-Start Loads
Mar 1, 1998, Robert J. Lawrie
A deceptive cause of motor failure is the hard-to-start load. You must take special care when choosing premium-efficiency motors to drive such loads.Motor...
