Extending Engine Life with Condition-Based Maintenance
Intuition alone dictates that reducing emissions extends the life of an engine. The logic is as follows: in part, emissions are unburned hydrocarbons and other particulate matter. Hydrocarbons and particulate matter are solids. Hydrocarbons and particulate matter attach to — and buildup on — the
Condition-Based Maintenance and Increasing Engine Life While Reducing Costs
The maintenance of a car/pickup, truck, or heavy equipment is the single most important component of extending the life of an engine. But, exactly how to maintain a vehicle — the strategy by which to do so — is a source of debate. At the center of the debate is when. When exactly the best [&hell
Fuel Catalyst: Different Than Additives, Treatments and Catalytic Converters
There are two kinds of fuel catalysts: diesel fuel catalysts and petroleum fuel catalysts. But, there are a large number of products marketed with the word catalyst. The fact that marketers advertise non-catalysts as catalysts cause confusion. For those looking to improve the fuel mileage of an auto
Skilled-Labor Shortage Exacerbates Irma/Harvey Rebuild Difficulties
Qualified, Skilled Laborers Nowhere to be Found There is a staggering shortage of skilled laborers in the construction/development trades. Contractors can not find laborers who can build competently. Equally alarming is how few workers are available to fill those open positions that do not require s
Unions Empower Union Members
Construction Unions Empower Union Members with High-Tech Training in State-of-the-Art Facilities As large corporations make a transition toward automated production; ship jobs overseas in an attempt to pay lower taxes and wages; and outsource work to freelancers and contractor workers — non-employ
Upcoming Major Construction Booms You’ll Want To Know
Construction Booms for 2017 In 2015, Equipment World predicted five cities across the U.S. would have boom years: Houston, Dallas, New York City, Chicago, and Denver. Only Houston fell short of expectations. All the other cities experienced major upturns in construction as anticipated. Projects like