Saturday, November 22, 2014
Why Quality is a Given for Established Ontario Machine Shop Welders
Few industrial processes are as important to modern life as welding; it is why we have cars on the road and metal bridges like the Blackfriars Street Bridge in Ontario, to name just a few. It makes sense that if you’re going to have some welding done, you’ll want to be assured of the highest quality. An article by Great Falls Tribune writer Peter Johnson reveals why you can look forward to exactly that when you consult established Ontario machine shop welders, like those from Central Machine and Marine.
http://www.centralmm.ca/quality-given-established-ontario-machine-shop-welders/
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Quality Parts, Systems, and Ship Repair Services: Sea-worthy Virtues
Many incidents, whether on land and sea are avoidable, and professionals operating machines down to the smallest systems cannot underestimate their role nor can producers of parts into whole units of vehicles underrate the costs of quality slackens at any stage of the manufacturing process. Engine room fires occur in both passenger and non-passenger ships and, luckily for the Canadian ship, the HMCS Protecteur, which got disabled in March, rescue arrived timely enough to take crew members and their family aboard another ship to safety.
http://www.centralmm.ca/quality-parts-systems-ship-repair-services-sea-worthy-virtues/
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
How an Ontario Machine Shop Can Help Petrochemical Industry Clients
With more large petrochemical firms like Pembina purchasing major pipelines to facilitate the improved transfer of imports and exports, it is clear that more terminals and facilities need to be built. Having more working pipelines would also require added maintenance as well as extra fabrication work to be done for these facilities. In an industry as important as the petrochemical sector, no less than the most qualified professionals and the highest quality precision fabricated equipment are needed. These developments call for better fabrication and welding services not only in Alberta but also in other Canadian provinces like Ontario. With the increased demand for key industrial services, an Ontario machine shop can extend its services to cater to these clients. Specialist shops like Central Machine and Marine can perform crucial tasks for many core Canadian industries like the petrochemical and the marine sectors.
http://www.centralmm.ca/ontario-machine-shop-can-help-petrochemical-industry-clients/
Monday, November 3, 2014
What Industrial Millwright Services Can Do for Damaged Canadian Ships
Given the country’s lack of more ships such as the Algonquin and the Protecteur, cost considerations dictate that there is a greater need for getting repairs done instead of having the vessels replaced. Though it has been a year since the mishap, it will still take a long time before these water craft could be replaced. To ensure that all ships in an organization stay afloat, regular maintenance and repair work can be performed by a skilled industrial millwright. There are established Ontario-based companies, such as Central Machine and Marine, that provide effective industrial millwright services to fit the demands of their clients. These firms offer the assistance of their highly trained workers who specialize in performing quick adjustments and completing rush turnaround projects.
http://www.centralmm.ca/industrial-millwright-services-can-damaged-canadian-ships/
Wednesday, October 22, 2014
Ontario Machine Shop Careers Can Be a Good Future for At-Risk Youth
The welding industry is an excellent field to get into due to its continuous growth over the years, and it is showing no signs of slowing down. With its huge part in other different industries such as manufacturing, shipping, and construction, welding is projected to have at least 8% of growth rate per year. This rate will be shared by all types of welding processes. Someday, these at-risk individuals you see around may become a valuable asset of a trusted welding and CNC machine shop like Central Machine & Marine. It would be good to know that some concerned groups are currently honing their skills and knowledge to potentially give them a bright future ahead – and to ensure that the services you get from such shops would be the excellent kind.
http://www.centralmm.ca/ontario-machine-shop-careers-can-good-future-risk-youth/
Monday, October 20, 2014
Industrial Millwright Services Offer On-Site Repair of Heavy Equipment
Fortunately, companies like Central Machine and Marine offer on-site industrial millwright services for heavy equipment. The firm uses a technique called CNC machining, wherein coded instructions are fed to a computerized machine, which rapidly and accurately fabricates the parts needed for repairs. With this technology, machining becomes automated, making fixes even on large-scale machines that much easier. As the article proved, even the most advanced machines are not impervious to damage, and when these events occur, operations can come to a screeching halt. With the help of on-site CNC machining, however, rapid industrial pump repair becomes possible no matter how big or small the fixes needed. As such, the impacts of mechanical problems on both a business and its consumers are mitigated.
http://www.centralmm.ca/industrial-millwright-services-offer-site-repair-heavy-equipment/
Saturday, August 16, 2014
Industrial Millwright Services Can Help Restore Pump System Alignment
"Machine manufacturers continue to improve pump systems to minimize the potential for misalignment. Part of this advancement is the addition of alignment monitoring devices, including straight edge and feeler gauges, dial indicators, and laser-optic devices. However, these devices can only do so much. Alignment issues may still arise due to mechanical breakdown, natural disaster, and system failure. Pump alignment problems are often encountered by companies dealing with huge amounts of fluid, such as the petrochemical industry. They are the ones that greatly need the service of experienced millwrights whenever industrial pump repair is necessary. They are experts in assembling pump system components and sealing them for optimum functionality. They also perform maintenance of the system to keep it in shape under extreme conditions. "
http://www.centralmm.ca/industrial-millwright-services-can-help-restore-pump-system-alignment/
Thursday, August 14, 2014
Future Advancements You Can Expect From a Machine Shop in Ontario
"CNC equipment nowadays are more versatile and affordable than before, and this trend will continue in the future. Technological advancements will influence massive changes in the manufacturing industry, as more and more business owners will start relying on CNC machining to improve the productivity of their business as well as the quality of their products. With user-friendly CNC equipment soon to be available in every trusted machine shop in Ontario, expect a more technologically-able workforce in an industry formerly dominated by blue-collar workers. Future CNC equipment is expected to focus more on being functional and affordable. The continuing trend of technology making everything smaller and more portable will also extend to CNC machining. Adaptable CNC applications that can perform multiple manufacturing operations like cutting, welding, drilling, milling, grinding, beveling, and grinding are projected to replace bigger, single-purpose machines. In addition, the diversity of
http://www.centralmm.ca/future-advancements-can-expect-machine-shop-ontario/
Friday, June 27, 2014
Tips on Starting a Manufacturing Company
Are you thinking of
producing your own sellable goods? If you have the resources for a
serious investment, you can start your own manufacturing company or
factory. Instead of outsourcing that can leave the quality of work
uncertain, producing your own products can be more efficient and
profitable.
Here are some practical
tips on starting a manufacturing company:
Build your brand.
Your original business
idea or concept should provide the foundation for your management
strategies. Most likely, you already know what you want to produce,
but you have to determine if the product is something that consumers
need and demand. Study the industry you’re about to compete in, and
determine how your products can stand out. Eventually, you can boost
brand awareness through public relations, advertisements, and other
marketing strategies.
Determine what you
need.
The operations of a
manufacturing company need the proper number of trained staff, an
appropriate facility, and complete equipment. If you are not familiar
with all the specifics, consult experts in identifying the ideal
location, factory setups, and machines.
Partner with a
reliable machine shop.
Your manufacturing or
packaging machines would need regular maintenance to ensure
consistently good quality products. From time to time, these
equipment may break down or will need upgrades to keep up with
industry standards. A reliable machine shop acting as your business
associate can promptly attend to your maintenance issues and repair
needs. These shops can also provide ready-made or customised parts as
replacements.
Thursday, June 19, 2014
How an Ontario Machine Shop Helps Gather Petroleum from Oil Sands
"Indeed, Husky Energy recognizes the value of having high quality equipment and machinery not only in cost-effectiveness but in delivering optimum performance that will keep the Sunrise project operating to its fullest. A local CNC machine shop like Central Machine and Marine can offer durable milling and mining equipment and components, like machines for facing tube sheet for heat exchangers, line boring machines, shearing tools and equipment, hydraulic presses, vertical milling machines, surface grinders and many more. The challenge for major resources industries like petrochemical companies lies in assessing which equipment will best work for them, and which provider can offer them the best deals."
http://www.centralmm.ca/how-an-ontario-machine-shop-helps-gather-petroleum-from-oil-sands/
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Expert Industrial Millwright Services to Prevent a Petroleum Problem
"Oftentimes, pump stations house positive displacement (PD) pumps. They exert more pressure than centrifugal pumps to let the crude oil flow thanks to its reciprocating parts. Maintaining the smallest units of a vast system is essential to keeping the production line in motion. This is where skilled industrial millwright services get involved. It will be more difficult to find machining experts like Central Machine and Marine in the following years. The shortage in machining skills will greatly diminish the number of qualified machinists, millwrights, and welders available to repair or maintain Canada’s pipeline network. So, as early as now, you should get in touch with the industry’s proven names as part of your contingency plan."
http://www.centralmm.ca/expert-industrial-millwright-services-to-prevent-a-petroleum-problem/
Friday, June 6, 2014
Millwrights: Precision to a Micron
Factories and plants
wouldn't be running at full capacity if not for millwrights. These
mechanics specialize in taking apart industrial equipment to fix any
problems, then putting them back together. Millwrights may do the
same jobs as industrial machinery mechanics and maintenance
mechanics, but they do more than simply repair and maintain factory
equipment.
Due to the nature and
scope of their job, many millwrights operate their own facilities and
service other factories or plants. A millwright’s facility houses
equipment necessary to take apart and fix huge industrial machinery.
Millwrights’ tools of trade include hammers and blowtorches, and
the always present measuring tools.
The latter are
especially important because, apart from repairing and maintaining
industrial machinery, millwrights also build them. They can design
and build machine parts from scratch, particularly those which are
hard to come by or require customization. Precision is key in
building machinery parts and this is where the measuring tools come
in handy--one miscalculation in the design of a part can spell
disaster for the machine it was built for.
The most reliable
millwright services make use of state of the art equipment and
devices that allow precise measurements down to a micron, to produce
various equipment servicing industries that include manufacturing and
vital services.
Thursday, May 15, 2014
Knowledge and Skills Needed in Machining
Machining
is the process of using various tools and machines to create
different metal parts, which may be used as components for a new
product, or as replacements for broken down or worn out parts.
Professionals in this industry need training in such fields as
geometry, engineering, and metalworking. The most qualified
machinists would also have accumulated on-the-job
knowledge and skills. Some of a machinist’s jobs include:
Knowing
the right materials – Selecting the appropriate metal for a project
is a basic task for a machinist. Some metals may be appropriate for
one product, but not necessarily for another. Someone with
engineering knowledge can match the best material for a part.
Knowing
where to start – Machining is all about accuracy and precision. A
piece of metal incorrectly cut is a resource already wasted.
Machinists study the parts that need to be worked on, and often start
with the simplest processes, working their way to completion.
Preparedness
– Certain tools can only cut certain materials. Most machining
companies are well equipped to handle any material for a wide range
of projects. These companies’ employees would also be well versed
on the requirements for each job, and would have the right knowledge
and skills in operating the machines and equipment needed for a job.
This know-how also allows machinists to participate in the
maintenance of the apparatus and materials they work with.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Scratching Beneath the Hard Surface of Industrial Millwright Services
Skilled industrial millwright services from established companies like Central Machine & Marine Inc. are vital to a number of industries such as mining and manufacturing. At first glance, the tasks of a millwright may seem to only involve the construction of machines or assembly of equipment, but they can actually do so much more. The following are some of the services that tradespeople from millwrighting and machining companies typically offer:
Ship Repair Services
Due to the large number of seagoing vessels in Canada’s waters, from cruise ships to naval fleets, comprehensive ship repair services are greatly in demand.
http://www.centralmm.ca/scratching-beneath-the-hard-surface-of-industrial-millwright-services/
Ship Repair Services
Due to the large number of seagoing vessels in Canada’s waters, from cruise ships to naval fleets, comprehensive ship repair services are greatly in demand.
http://www.centralmm.ca/scratching-beneath-the-hard-surface-of-industrial-millwright-services/
Monday, May 12, 2014
Ontario Machine Shop Announces Approval of Sarnia Harbour Divestiture
The approval also brings forth a huge impact in the in the harbour’s future sustainability, as well as the general economy, the industrial sector, and the marine industry in the area. Located in the north of Sarnia Bay and Seaway Road, the Sarnia Harbour was previously under the watch of Transport CanadaThe proposal for divestiture stems from previous efforts undertaken by the city, along with some local groups in 1996, which aimed to increase the efficiency of the harbour while lessening the tax burden on the people. Moreover, it also aimed to empower users, local interests, and communities, when it comes to decision-making.
With the proposal’s approval, CMM will be able to extend their services and share their knowledge, particularly in the area of marine repair and maintenance. Their services cover all phases of afloat hull repairs, bulkhead, and internal structure renewals.
http://www.centralmm.ca/ontario-machine-shop-announces-approval-of-sarnia-harbour-divestiture/
With the proposal’s approval, CMM will be able to extend their services and share their knowledge, particularly in the area of marine repair and maintenance. Their services cover all phases of afloat hull repairs, bulkhead, and internal structure renewals.
http://www.centralmm.ca/ontario-machine-shop-announces-approval-of-sarnia-harbour-divestiture/
Monday, May 5, 2014
Why Industrial Companies Need Millwright Services
Industrial
plants and facilities have machines of various types and sizes rarely
seen in other places. A lot of them are custom-designed for certain
functionalities, which makes them complex to handle, requiring
specialized operations, repairs, and maintenance. It takes
professional skills to be able to fix any damage that may cause
delays in production.
Fortunately,
there are businesses that are dedicated to providing millwright
services, including machine design, manufacturing, and repair. While
millwrights are also employed by some manufacturing companies, their
counterparts in machine fabrication shops are expectedly more
technically equipped to inspect and repair the products they
themselves have created.
A
millwright can be distinguished from a typical mechanic by the size
and type of machines he handles. Unlike a mechanic that installs and
fixes mainly vehicle engines and other smaller equipment, a
millwright often has to work with large, heavy-duty equipment and
pipes in huge industrial facilities. He installs and assembles
machine parts and tests them for efficiency.
Some
of the machines serviced by a millwright company are turbines and
service power generators. A millwright’s job requires accuracy
considering the potential damage and outage mistakes can cause. In
doing his job, a millwright could sometimes put his life on the line,
particularly when accidents occur and immediate machine repairs are
needed.
Thursday, April 10, 2014
Elevator Fail-Safes Need Regular Maintenance Too
Elevators
are a safe and convenient way to get to any floor of your residential
or office building. Each unit is outfitted with several fail-safe
mechanisms that ensure the safety of passengers in case of an
accident.
Elevators typically
make use of several high-tension steel cables. In truth, each
elevator only needs one cable to operate properly. However, several
cables are used as a fail-safe to keep the elevator suspended in the
event one cable snaps (this is very unlikely to happen if the unit is
well-maintained).
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Getting the screws back on alignment
The propeller
drive shaft is one of the most important parts of the ship.
During construction, the shaft is inserted with millimetric precision
into the ship and interlocked with the engines. However, the rigours
of maritime travel exert all manner of force into the shaft and the
slightest damage will wreck the entire assembly, even trigger an
unfortunate accident. As such, aligning the shaft is a tedious but
important procedure.
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