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Audel Managing Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
Book
A key reference that explains the foundations of successful plant management and maintenance planning, this book shows how to implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies—while avoiding the problems and downtime that come with repairing equipment only when it fails. Managing Maintenance Planning & Scheduling shows readers how to determine the level of maintenance required to achieve an optimal standard of equipment readiness.
Audel Managing Shutdowns, Turnarounds & Outages
Book
Focusing on how to successfully execute a maintenance plan during a temporary halt in production, this essential guide shows plant managers how to orchestrate the efforts of hundreds of workers and their support equipment while minimizing downtime and costs during a shutdown, turnaround, or outage. It covers such vital topics as identifying needed work, defining the project's scope, planning and scheduling, executing the shutdown, and writing reports.
Audel Managing Maintenance Storerooms
Book
Rarely addressed, efficient Spare Parts management is essential to a well-run facility. Featuring training methods, examples, and easy-to-follow charts and graphs, this practical handbook provides detailed guidance on running a cost-effective storeroom and establishing an organized materials tracking system in any plant.
Power Plant Construction Maintenance
Book
A unique set of management skills is necessary to supervise construction or retrofitting of a power generation plant, given today's bottom-line emphasis on environment, fuel efficiency, up-to-date technical features, and the industry's loss of experienced craftsmen and supervisory personnel. This book explains the power of economics behind the industry and how to manage the finances of work activities.
Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
Computer Based Training
Extracted from New Standard Institute's popular three-day seminar, this program is designed to provide the basics of Maintenance Planning and Scheduling training without requiring seminar attendance. This material has been presented to over 7500 people in the last 15 years. This easy-to-use training software is a solid Maintenance Planning & Scheduling reference. Selected as a Finalist for the 2002 Product of the Year Award by Plant Engineering Magazine.
Lubrication
Computer Based Training
The first defense against chronic equipment failure is a solid preventive maintenance (PM) program. One of the more important aspects of a PM program is proper and periodic lubrication of rotating equipment. This computer based training program provides a thorough understanding of lubricant choices. Interactive aids make this a solid training and reference tool. Learn proper lubrication methods and how to analyze oil test results.
Belt and Chain Drives
Computer Based Training
The efficient transmission of mechanical energy has been paramount since the industrial revolution. Belt and chain drives have filled this need since the beginning, and are still in use today. Proper application of these drive elements provides only the foundation for reliable operation. This program teaches industrial manufacturing workers about mechanical power transmission, explaining engineering concepts, as well as best maintenance practices to achieve maximum operating time for various drive systems.
AC Motor Controls
Computer Based Training
Most AC motors are started through a standardized control system designed to protect the motor, the circuit, and operating personnel. This training tool focuses on ladder diagrams, wiring, and troubleshooting techniques for the most common motor used in industry, the AC induction motor. New interactive exercises and quizzes help you hone your troubleshooting skills.
Electrical Safe Work Practices
Computer Based Training
All persons who install, maintain, repair, or just work near electrical power equipment need electrical safety training. United States labor law spells out safe work practices and employee training requirements. This computer based training provides the information required by OSHA 29CFR1910 Subpart S, as well as other important safety information not required by OSHA. Selected as a Finalist for the 2003 Product of the Year Award by Plant Engineering Magazine. Winner: 2004 Product of the Year (Category: Computer & Software) by EC&M Magazine.
Electrical Safe Work Practices in Spanish
Computer Based Training
Todas las personas que instalan, mantienen, reparan, o trabajan cerca del equipo eléctrico necessita entrenamiento de seguridad eléctrico. La ley de trabajo de los Estados Unidos explica prácticas del trabajo y requisitos de entrenamiento seguros de empleado. Este entrenamiento computarizado proporciona la información requerida por OSHA 29CFR1910 Subsección S, y tambien la otra información importante de seguridad no requerida por OSHA.
Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages
Computer Based Training
The Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages computer based training module is extracted from New Standard Institute's two-day seminar. A shutdown, turnaround, or outage can be the biggest and most complicated demand on maintenance resources. Using modern project management methods can enable a maintenance professional to identify, plan, staff and coordinate the effort of hundreds of workers and their support equipment while minimizing downtime and costs. This program includes interactive critical path method training.
Measurement Methods
Computer Based Training
This practical training tool emphasizes the types of measurements commonly required for day to day maintenance. The quality of the work you perform can be improved with the use of proper measurement tools. This material is enhanced with fully interactive tools. Selected as a Finalist for the 2004 Product of the Year Award by Plant Engineering Magazine.
Three Phase AC Motors
Computer Based Training
Polyphase induction AC motors are the workhorse of modern industry. This training teaches critical maintenance skills in an easy to use format. Learn how to diagnose voltage problems, size overload protection properly, and select the right motor for the job. With attention to concepts and practical skills, this training teaches a comprehensive approach to motor maintenance. Selected as the 2007 Product of the Year Winner by Plant Engineering Magazine.
Maintenance Storerooms
Computer Based Training
The Maintenance Storerooms computer based training (CBT) is taken from New Standard Institute's two-day seminar for Storeroom and Parts Managers and provides a comprehensive approach to the mechanics and mathematics of a well-run storeroom. CBT has full narrated text. Program also includes the Reorder Point Calculator. Selected as a Finalist for the 2004 Product of the Year Award by Plant Engineering Magazine.
Gaskets and Bolted Flange Connections
Computer Based Training
Containing fluids (liquids and gases) is essential to both safe and efficient process operation. Leaky systems can be costly as well as dangerous. The US EPA has set down regulations aimed at limiting emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in pumps, compressors, valves, and flanged equipment. This training shows you how to achieve a good flanged connection as well as the essentials of studs, bolts and nuts. Selected as a Finalist for the 2004 Product of the Year Award by Plant Engineering Magazine.
Machine Vibration Basics
Computer Based Training
The unexpected breakdown of rotating machinery is the single largest cause of emergency downtime in industries. This computer based training program explains the physical basis for vibration monitoring, vibration analysis through identification of discreet frequencies, and provides extensive problem solving examples of real life machinery problems. Grand Award Winner for the Product of the Year 2005 by Plant Engineering Magazine.
Presentation Version Electrical Safe Work Practices
Computer Based Training
Safety Managers / Trainers: Enhance the training process using visual aids. This package includes both the Electrical Safe Work Practices eLearning module and an LCD Projector-ready slide show style presentation program.
We recommend each student be provided with their own eLearning module, prior to an instructor-led Presentation of the material.
Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
Seminar
This widely acclaimed seminar provides instruction and workshops intended to develop and improve a maintenance effort. Over the next few months this seminar will be held in the locations shown below. New Standard's practical approach and exciting presentation has made this session popular with Maintenance Planner/Schedulers, Supervisors, and Maintenance Managers.
Shutdowns, Turnarounds, and Outages
Seminar
A shutdown, turnaround, or outage can be the biggest and most complicated demand on maintenance resources. Modern project management methods can enable a maintenance professional identify, plan, staff and coordinate the effort of hundreds of workers and their support equipment while minimizing downtime and costs. A review and demonstration of current project management software makes this seminar especially relevant for today's planner, outage, or turnaround manager.
Leadership Skills For Maintenance
Seminar
Step away from your facility to gain perspective and learn how to strengthen your leadership skills. Your leadership style impacts your company, those you work with, and your own success. This activity-enriched session focuses on personal awareness, working relationships, influence skills, and conflict resolution distinctive to a maintenance operation.
Maintenance Storerooms
Seminar
Modern business requirements offer many new challenges for Materials Managers and Maintenance Storekeepers. MRO supplies must be available on demand while keeping inventory values to an absolute minimum. These seemingly contradictory goals are achievable through good materials management. This seminar couples the fundamentals with cutting edge methods to help bring credibility back.
Maintenance Process Management
Seminar
Modern organizations must move toward improving the maintenance process. Preserving assets while fulfilling the overall mission of the company is key to any maintenance effort. This seminar is presented by Joel D. Levitt and features his acclaimed book "The Handbook of Maintenance Management."
Microsoft® Project for Maintenance
Seminar
This is a hands-on seminar, designed specifically for maintenance. Project management software isn't just about Gantt charts and task lists anymore — learn to make the most of Microsoft® Project in all phases of maintenance activity. Applicable to a wide range of maintenance operations, from projects as large as multi-million dollar petrochemical turnarounds to those as small as a single-minute exchange of die, the benefits of a well-implemented Microsoft® Project program are broad and can significantly affect your bottom line.
Plant Construction Management
Seminar
Good construction management means that outcomes are predictable. This seminar is a survival guide that provides economic guidance and support to those involved in the management of plant construction activities, whether these activities are the building of a new plant or modification of existing plant components. The processes, checklists, matrices, and abstracts provided in this seminar have been developed by a seasoned plant construction manager with over 30 years of experience. Your new motto after this seminar will be "Surprises are not acceptable."
CMMS Made Easy
Seminar
This clear, step-by-step seminar will help you evaluate your company's maintenance operational needs and implement the system for optimal efficiency and cost-effectiveness. This session shows Plant Managers, Engineers, and Maintenance Supervisors how to control the issuance and documentation of planned and unplanned maintenance work, and how to manage maintenance inventory, requisition, and purchasing.
Advanced! Microsoft® Project for Maintenance
Seminar
This hands-on session is designed specifically for those who have used Microsoft® Project to manage a major shutdown. Go beyond the limits of the program to build templates and processes that will make your shutdown sing. The session is designed for projects as large as multi-million dollar petrochemical turnarounds to those as small as a single-minute die-exchange.
Energy Management
Seminar
Rising prices of gas, coal and oil are playing a major role in your company's profitability. This Energy Management seminar can be the first step to providing the solutions you need be a problem solver at your facility. Quick and easy solutions will be presented as well as longer term energy policies. Stop wasting energy! Get the answers you need.

  eBooks
18+ Best Practice Maintenance E-Books on CD
30-week Best Practice Maintenance Training Program CD
Asset Management Systems and Methods
Bearings and Lubrication Explained
Belt Bucket Elevator Design - SECOND EDITION
Bulk Materials Handling Introduction
Centrifugal Pump Problem and Answers
CMMS Secrets
Dust Control Equipment and Methods
Electric Motor In Use
Emergency Diesel Electric Generators Ebook
Gold Reliability Training 4 CD Set
Heat Transfer Equipment Essentials
Helical Rotor Pump - Progressive Cavity Pump Guide eBook
How to Smash Maintenance
Maintenance Management – Tips For Success
Maintenance Policy and Procedures Manual Ebook
Metal Corrosion Control for Beginners
Performance Safety: Lessons For Life e-Book
Plastic Applications Fundamentals
Process and Utilities Plant Hands-on
Process Control and Instrumentation
Pump Types Explained
Pumping Basics
Pumps 3 eBook Package
Rotating Machinery Long Life Basics
Safety in the Workplace
Silver Reliability Training 4 CD Set
The "Maintenance Bible" - 150 Best Maintenance Practices CD
The Japanese Path To Maintenance Excellence
The Submersible, Sump Pump and Bilge Guide e-Book
The True Cost of Manufacturing Downtime
Welding and Metallurgy in Maintenance Overview



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