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How the War in Ukraine Is Affecting Grain Supplies

June 15, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

In the last two months, the world has witnessed two neighboring countries, Russia and Ukraine, engaged in a fierce battle. The war’s outcome is still very much unknown, and there’s no doubt that people worldwide are highly concerned about the number of lives lost every day. Therefore, the international community has called for the two countries to stop the current battle.  Negative Impacts of the Ukraine-Russia War Essentially, the war has had several negative impacts on the world. One of the most significant ones is the increasing price of grain. The main reason is that a large part of Ukraine’s... View Article

Common Causes of Electric Motor Failure

May 30, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Motors are commonly used all around industrial environments. They are also becoming more technical and complex, making it a challenge to ensure they remain working as they should. The causes of driving issues and motor issues are not confined to one single domain of expertise. Both electrical and mechanical issues can cause motor failure. It is important to arm yourself with the appropriate knowledge when it comes to electric motor failure. Electric Motor Failure Causes Transient Voltage Transient voltages can arise from many different sources, whether outside or inside of the plant. Transient voltages can be generated from adjacent loads... View Article

The Roles of Bearings in Engineering

May 18, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

Mechanical bearings are small mechanical elements that enable parts to move concerning each other.  Bearings have multiple roles, and their importance cannot be ignored. Therefore, based on the type, there are multiple bearings uses and applications in engineering. Reduce Machine Friction The primary role of bearings is to reduce friction. In other words, it is the mechanical element that ensures two surfaces in contact do not rub against each other. This function is essential as it helps increase the efficiency of machines by reducing wear and tear while also ensuring smooth movements. There are different types of bearings based on... View Article

Ways Routine Maintenance Can Benefit Your Cotton Gin

April 28, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

A cotton gin is an essential part of machinery and equipment used to help produce cotton in its final form. While a cotton gin is durable and built to last, it will require some maintenance and care on occasion. It is important to stay current with your cotton gin maintenance plan and schedule as it can help to benefit your cotton gin in various ways.  Keep Cotton Gin Clean One of the ways cotton gin maintenance can benefit your cotton gin is by keeping the cotton gin clean. A cotton gin is a complicated machine that can efficiently help to produce cotton. However, cotton gins tend to... View Article

5 Maintenance Tips for Textile Mills

April 18, 2022 12:00 am Published by Leave your thoughts

The textile industry is very important. It supplies different types of fabrics that you use for clothing, upholstery and household items. Besides that, it also provides job opportunities for the many people working in a textile mill. However, the quality of the fabric that a textile mill will produce depends on how well a mill is run and maintained. Below are five textile mill maintenance tips that one needs to remember when running textile factories. Use the Proper Equipment, Machines and Chemicals A lot of textile factories use local detergents and tools, such as washing powders, household brooms and phenyl to clean... View Article

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