Blue-collar folks (yep, we work at CMT) are the backbone of American society. We keep America running. Turn on the tv, read the newspaper, go online, and you will hear a lot of talk of blue-collar workers this election year. The first “blue-collar” description was made in reference to trade jobs in an Iowa newspaper […]
Who uses lifting magnets?
Lifting magnets aren’t your average refrigerator magnets. Some are the size of queen beds. Lifting magnets are used in industrial settings. Magnets are often seen at scrap yards where they are used to move scrap steel and cars. Lifting magnets are also used in steel mills to safely and efficiently move newly made steel. Magnets […]
How do you keep magnets safely within their designed operating range?
Simply by paying strict attention to the magnet’s duty cycle. Duty cycle is the time the magnet is in use. More specifically, duty cycle is the percentage of time a magnet is to receive its rated voltage in any 10-minute period. Most magnets are designed to operate at a 50 percent or 75 percent duty […]
How does a lifting magnet work?
In the next few weeks, we will take an in-depth look at lifting magnets. Lifting magnets are magnets that are used in scrap handling operations and in steel mills. Some lifting magnets can move cars and several pieces of steel and can be as big as queen-size beds. Most lifting magnets are designed to operate […]
Industrial pump motors serve demands of summer heat
Industrial pumps come in a wide variety of applications, and the motors operating them must meet the severe demands of hot weather. Pumps are found in municipal swimming pools, golf course irrigation, amusement parks and just about anything else required to move water. A motor failure never happens at a convenient time, but some motors […]
OH State Representative visits CMT
Ohio State Representative John Boccieri from the 59th District stopped by CMT today to have a discussion with Youngstown area business owners.
Surge testing provides comprehensive motor winding analysis
Electric motors can and do fail while in service. If motors are not monitored on a frequent basis, a failure can lead to a forced outage. Such outages are often very costly production stopping events. In order to maximize service life, a motor can be inspected with an instrument known as a Static Motor Analyzer, […]
Happy Fourth of July!
This weekend will be filled with pools and picnics, but let’s offer a moment of thanks for the gift of freedom. God Bless America! A heartfelt thanks to all those who serve in our Military.
CMT: Keeping you cool all summer long
The hot weather is coming this weekend. Weather forecast looks great. Did you know we keep you cool in the summer? Electric power is transmitted to consumers and industry through sub-stations that utilize large transformers. These large transformers require cooling fans, which are especially critical in hot weather. Various types of motors and fan systems […]
Rotating high speeds call for Babbitt bearings
Babbitt bearings are found in heavy industrial machinery, such as compressors, turbines, electric motors, large power generators – anything high speed that rotates. Babbitt bearings are often times called centrifugal castings and their terms can be used interchangeably. Basically, Babbitt bearings are made when a mold is continuously rotated at a high speed while molten […]