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Industrial Vacuum Pumps & Increased Energy Efficiencies
Industrial vacuum pumps eliminate gases from enclosed areas for the purpose of creating a vacuum. They are used for a variety of applications (holding, lifting, moving, shaping, forming, preserving, clean environment requirements, etc.) throughout a number of different industries. There are many different types of vacuum pump systems, all of which work a little differently. Quincy…
Read MoreC.H. Reed Named A Top 20 Graco Distributor for 2015
C.H. Reed is honored to be named a Top 20 GRACO High Performance Protective Coatings distributor for North America for the second year in a row. Take the guesswork out of selecting the right protective coatings equipment for your applications and contact C.H. Reed today!
Read MoreNitrogen Generators for Aluminum Degassing
Nitrogen Generators for Aluminum Degassing A local aluminum foundry was experiencing issues with impurities in their aluminum castings and needed a quick, complete package solution to improve the quality of their finished product. When aluminum is cast, impurities known as inclusions can create weak points in the product. One of the most prevalent causes of…
Read MoreC.H. Reed Takes Part in Energy Efficiency Workshops
In the past couple months, C.H. Reed has attended a number of FirstEnergy’s Pennsylvania Utilities’ Energy Efficiency Incentive Program workshops at a number of locations throughout the state. The purpose of these seminars were to develop a deeper understanding of what it really means to be energy efficient, why it’s so important for Pennsylvania businesses,…
Read MoreApplying Non Skid Coatings
Nonskid Paint & Coatings Applications Non-skid coatings are used in many different industries and applications. Non skid coatings have been engineered to withstand heavy traffic; from forklifts and steel-wheeled vehicles to jets and helicopters. Rapid-cure slip resistant coatings use a complex coating system containing aggregates that help provide a slip-resistant surface in walking or traffic…
Read MoreLow-Pressure or High-Pressure Diaphragm Pump? The Choice Is Yours.
Does your application call for a low-pressure or high-pressure diaphragm pump? With Graco, the choice is yours. Graco’s Husky 1050HP High Pressure, Air-Operated Diaphragm Pump is unlike any other pump on the market. It’s the only pump that allows the user to choose between low pressure and high pressure operating modes. Since high-pressure isn’t always…
Read MoreWhat To Expect From A Compressed Air System Analysis
What to Expect From a Compressed Air System Analysis To stay competitive, most manufacturing plants are required to continuously increase production while reducing costs. To do so, plants need to identify productivity and quality improvements that lead to lower operating costs. Compressed air audits offer an excellent opportunity to reach these goals with a feasible…
Read MoreAnnual Energy Savings In Excess Of $100,000
Optimizing energy usage for maximum efficiency is an essential objective for manufacturing plants in all industrial sectors. The generation and distribution of compressed air throughout the facility is a large expense incurred in virtually all manufacturing processes. Not only is the generation and treatment equipment expensive, but significant amounts of electricity is consumed and frequent…
Read MoreJob Opportunity: Compressed Air Service Technician
C.H. Reed Inc. is looking for a Compressed Air Service Technician to join our Hanover, PA headquarters location. Interested candidates should email resumes to careers@chreed.com. Please see our full job description below. C. H. REED, INC. JOB DESCRIPTION COMPRESSED AIR SERVICE TECHNICIAN Reports To: Service Manager Takes Direction From: Senior Service Technician as Assigned Location: Hanover,…
Read MoreAdvancing Manufacturing: One Aircraft Carrier at a Time
When discussing Advanced Manufacturing, it is important to remember that the term involves more than improving ways to manufacture existing products. While improving efficiency and productivity is a major aspect of Advanced Manufacturing, the term also incorporates the finished product. Using emerging technologies to manufacture more advanced products is also an important aspect of Advanced…
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