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Cooling Technology for PPE

Cooling Technology for PPE

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How The Latest PPE Cooling Technology Can Help Its Wearers

Cooling technology for PPE has been around for ages. The very same cooling technology for PPE has been the subject of research for many scientists. It is no myth that wearing PPE does make the wearer feel uncomfortable and hot. To reduce some of that heat, researchers and scientists are trying to find ways to reduce it. That is why they came up with cooling technology for PPE.

Scientists and researchers have come up with various ways to help wearers feel less heaty and more comfortable while at work. For many years, these researchers and scientists have come up with creative ways and ideas to help alleviate the heat. In this article, we will talk about cooling technology in PPE and what has been done.

Heat Risks In PPE Items

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One of the common problems faced by PPE wearers is a heat-related illness. Heat-related illnesses are usually caused by working in high temperatures, high humidity or direct sun for a long period of time.

A lot of outdoor workers suffer from heat-related illnesses every year. On top of that, many workers die from heat-induced illnesses from PPE each year. In just 2010 alone, 30 workers who wear PPE died from heatstroke.

In heaty environments, the body releases excess heat to maintain a stable internal temperature. The human body does so by circulating blood to the skin and through sweating. If your body cannot get rid of the excess heat, it will store it. Furthermore, your body’s core temperature rises and the heart rate increases.

When your body continues to store heat, you will begin to lose concentration and have problems focusing on a task. You may even become irritable or sick, and may often loses the desire to drink water. It can then follow by fainting and even death. Those can happen if the person does not cool down fast enough (OSHA Fact Sheet).

Heat stress can lead to many different conditions. It can include, but not limited to:

  • Heat stroke
  • Or heat exhaustion
  • Heat syncope
  • Or heat cramps
  • Heat rash

Prevention of heat stress in your employees and ground workers is definitely important (CDC Heat Stress).

How Heat Risks in PPE Are Reduced

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There are quite a few ways PPE heat can be reduced. For example, cooling vests can provide a cool layer close to the skin that readily absorbs body heat. It helps keep the wearer’s body temperatures within a safe range. Lower body temperatures can lead to less water and electrolyte loss via sweating. Generally, cooling vests can preserve safe body temperatures, which helps decreases the risk of heat illness.

Back in 1988, the NAVY carried out a study of cooling vests including one that uses frozen gel packs. This particular vest was tested through several channels that include:

  • Rectal and skin temperature
  • Heart rate
  • Oxygen uptake
  • Sweat rate

During the employees’ work activities in hot environments, the vest showed people how it is kept all parameters at statistically significant lower thresholds than the usual controls. However, the vests only preserved their veracity for about two hours before having to replace the gel packs with new frozen ones (Pimental, 1992).

Other Related Researches

Another more recent research study completed in 2008 tested the effects of multiple personal cooling equipment devices. It was carried out on the alleviation of heat strain in high-temperature work areas. There were up to at least 8 testing conditions:

  • The control (wearing no cooling products)
  • Neck cooling scarf “A”
  • Neck cooling scarf “B”
  • Frozen gel-pack brimmed hat
  • Cooling vest
  • Various combinations of these items

Results showed that the rectal temperature was efficiently maintained. At the same time, overall skin temperature and heart rate become more stable when participants wear this personal cooling equipment. The researchers came to the conclusion that the combination of the cooling vest, a cooling scarf, and the brimmed gel-pack cooling hat showed a substantial amount of heat stress elimination. It comes up to a total cooling area of 4.2% of the body surface area as compared to only 3.3% when just a vest was worn (Choi, 2008).

More Research Pertaining to PPE Cooling Technologies

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A more recent study shows that cooling collars alone can actually increase the risk. Researchers verified the hypothesis that cooling the neck region can greatly improve exercise ability while working in hot environments. Athletes who also have participated in this very same study completed four running tests inside an environmental chamber.

The same athlete participants wore a cooling-gel collar in the first round of tests. However, not in the second round though. Time to exhaustion, heart rate, rectal temperature, neck skin temperature, rating of perceived exertion, and thermal sensation were used to carry out the measurement. The researchers came to a final decision that the participants who wore the cooling-gel collars are able to exercise 13.5% longer on average before reaching their maximum level of exhaustion. This is due to the cooling collars dampened the perceived levels of thermal strain.

Despite these observations of relief, their extended effort did not reduce rectal temperatures or heart rates. It may potentially increase the risk of heat-related illness (Tyler, 2011).

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Center for Disease Control (CDC), other similar safety government agencies, industry and employee groups agree that working in environments with high temperature and humidity is can be hazardous.  As a result, there have been rules and regulations to lessen and decrease this risk. NIOSH has further stated that management should:

Provide auxiliary body cooling vests or suits for cleaning the sniff (vent), maintenance work, or any other activity that occurs in high heat exposure areas.

What Manufacturers Have To Say

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Manufacturers further state that cooling vests:

Maintains a comfortable temperature even in the most extreme heated environment (by) absorbing heat generated by the wearer.

On top of that, manufacturers claim that cooling vests also offer great relief for all of the clear symptoms of heat stress.

Safety and health experts believe that workers will be less prone to developing heat illness if they use cooling vests while working in hot and humid environment. The manufacturer, RPCM, states that its cool vests will endure thermally stable at 59 °F (15 °C) for hours to help keep body temperature at normal levels. TuffRhino’s evaporative cooling vests help remove body heat for (on average) 5 hours to 10 hours depending on the humidity in the atmosphere.

All MiraCool products use permeable crystals to retain water. Using evaporative cooling methods for up to 2 days before re-soaking the products is suggested.

Conclusion

The bottom line is that PPE manufacturers understand very well that it can generate heat easily. These heats are generally generated via body heat of the wearer. Having said that, there are researchers and scientists have come up with ways to reduce the heat generated and trapped in the wearer’s PPE gears. These researchers and manufacturers have worked together to create PPE that helps with heat reduction, which can further reduce the heat trapped.

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3 Common Responsibilities of Marine Engineers

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Maritime Engineers’ Tasks Vary Between Ranks

There are quite a number of marine engineering responsibilities a marine engineer has to see to. As a branch of engineering, marine engineers will see that their responsibilities are as stressful as the other engineering branches.

Marine engineers’ regular tasks usually encompass anything marine and offshore. Therefore, it is normal for marine engineers to be based on offshore rigs and marine vessels. It is also normal to hear about how stressful it is for marine engineers on their jobs. Especially when they have to be based offshore for months around. Having said that, being a marine engineer requires the individual to be mentally and emotionally steady.

Main Responsibilities of Marine Engineers

The common responsibilities of marine engineers are many. Monitoring and maintenance of mechanical systems is one of those main responsibilities. Engineers of varying ranks on board ship is allocated precise machinery and systems for maintenance and monitoring purposes.

Machinery systems are allocated among all engineers. It is the duty of each engineer to make sure that their machinery is running properly at all times. Marine engineers are also needed to look after the machinery on deck.

Here are 3 main responsibilities of a marine engineer.

1. Proper record-keeping and planning maintenance 

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The engine room department functions as a team to make sure of the maintenance of all machinery systems is carried out. It has to follow accordingly to the planned maintenance system. Precise and accurate record-keeping of different parameters is carried out for official paperwork and reporting purposes.

2. Fuel oil bunkering 

Marine engineers are also responsible for the transfer of fuel oil to the ship from a bunker station or barge. It is typically the duty of the 4th engineer who also takes regular soundings of the fuel oil tanks. The very same engineer will also have to report it to the chief engineer for planning bunkering procedures.

3. Emergency breakdown and repair

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Marine engineering also teaches the individual how to handle main maintenance and breakdown of machinery systems. This is especially important as these marine engineers will have to handle all of these while at sea. Although marine engineers are expected to be capable of the same, there are times when there may be a need for experts. In such scenarios, marine engineers are needed and advised to work with the experts to repair and resolve the issue.

On top of the above-mentioned duties, a marine engineer on ships is needed to follow all the instructions of the chief engineer. They will also have to listen to the head of the engine room department while they are still on board.

What is the workplace of a Marine Engineer like?

A good lot of a marine engineer’s responsibilities can be performed in their office. However, there are times when sea trials are part of their job responsibilities. Marine engineers may have to spend time aboard a ship to test how the vessel is performing. They will also have to gather information for maintenance. Sometimes, they may have to gather information for an upcoming retrofit.

Marine engineers who concentrate on offshore drilling will often find themselves spending time on the oil rig. When they are there, they will have to oversee and manage maintenance. They may even have to oversee repair efforts involving the rig’s mechanical systems due to their marine engineering responsibilities.

Different Marine Engineer Ranks

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There are several marine engineering ranks within the industry. Each of them holds different responsibilities. Here are some of the examples.

a. Chief marine engineer

The chief engineer of the ship is the leader of the technical department of the ship. It is his responsibility to ensure that the engine room machinery functions properly for a smooth voyage. According to the Safety of life at sea (SOLAS) convention (international maritime laws for maritime safety), it is the responsibility of the chief engineer to take care of the safety of maritime professionals working in the engine room.

In the maritime law, it says that the operation of the ship and its equipment should be properly taken care of by the chief engineer. It should satisfy all minimum standards of safety.

There are several duties of the chief maritime engineer. It applies in both emergency and general conditions.

  • The chief maritime engineer should make sure that all the ship’s machinery and equipment are functioning in an efficient manner in order to support safe navigation of the ship.
  • Regular inspections of equipment dealing with ship and personal safety must be carried out by the same chief officer at consistent intervals
  • All items used for pollution prevention has to be frequently checked and tried out for proper working conditions
  • Chief engineer should put down a set of standing orders for each crew member under his overview

Above are some of the common responsibilities of a chief marine engineer.

b. 2nd Engineer

The 2nd engineer offers supreme assistance to the Chief engineer for running the ship efficiently. On top of that, second engineer is also responsible for all the operational engineers and the crew in the engine room. He makes sure and overlooks their personnel safety and routine duties. He also plans the overall maintenance of all the machinery that are located in the engine room of the ship.

Here are some of the common responsibilities of the 2nd marine engineer.

  • Safety of Personnel: Second engineer is in charge of risk assessment, briefing and safety training of the entire engine crew. He will have to pay extra attention especially for the junior engineers and new crew. All the emergency machinery and equipment underSOLAS are also under the overview of the second engineer.
  • Engine Room Management Responsibility: He is the go-to person for managing the engine room staff. At the same time, he has to carry out duties of the engine room. As the assistant to the chief engineer, he will directly report to the chief engineer. He will also become the PIC of the engine room on his absence.
  • Operation and Maintenance of Machinery: The second engineer is also responsible for the maintenance of all the engine room and deck machinery. He also has to overlook all the machineries and safety systems are working safely. The 2nd engineer just has to efficiently take care of it within the provided parameters.

c. Third Engineer

The third marine engineer’s role is quite similar to the second assistant engineer. His role depends on what the 2nd marine engineer does. However, his role is usually in charge of boilers, fuel, auxiliary engines, condensate and feed systems. People can consider him as the third most senior engine officer on board.

At times he may be responsible for fuelling (bunkering). If so, he may hold a valid PIC endorsement for fuel transfer operations. Once again, his precise duties will usually depend upon the type of ship and arrangement of the engine department.

The above ranks are just some of the common ranks of marine engineers on board a vessel. The marine engineering responsibilities (and pay bands) cascades as the seniority of the rank goes.

Conclusion

The bottom line is that the responsibilities of a marine engineer responsibilities is wide and varying. Their main responsibility is to the vessel and its crew members. They ensure that the vessel is in smooth operation and that the crew’s welfare is well taken cared of.

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Safety Where You Work Is Imperative After All

Workplace safety is something that TKR Engineering holds in very high regard. As we often deal with high levels of hazards and similar risks, it is only normal that we have to be ready. At all times. And for a good cause too.

As we have stressed workplace safety more often than not, here are some ways that we handle workplace safety. We made it amusing while taking it seriously.

1. Periodical fire drill practice

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Fire breakouts are some of the most common workplace risks. For that very reason, we ensure that our staffs are trained and updated periodically on what to do. Just in case a fire breaks out, our staffs are trained on how to use the fire extinguisher and the fire hose.

Training and practices are done regularly on a monthly basis. Selected staffs are asked to attend for an updated practice.

While training for it, our staffs are also educated on the different kinds of “fire hazards”. They were educated on a variety of fire-related hazards while at it. At the same time, they are also taught what kinds of anti-inflammatory items to use. We made sure that just in case a fire breaks out, our staffs are well-prepared for it.

2. Slip, trip, and fall awareness

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The slip, trip, and fall awareness occasion are to guide and train our staffs about the “dangers” of slipperiness. Malaysia is a tropical country. It rains a lot here in this South-East Asian nation. It is only “standard procedure” that we take extra precautions in anti-slip and anti-trip falls.

The slip, trip, and fall awareness are just that – bringing awareness to our staffs about the possible problems caused by wetness. We have to make sure that our staffs are careful when it comes to dampness and puddling at our office areas.

We have guided them on the possible ways to reduce or eliminate wetness at our workplace. That way our workplace safety is not compromised.

3. Wearing the correct and proper fitting PPE gears

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This is by far self-explanatory. Working around hazardous chemicals and dangerous items can be life-threatening. PPE does not necessarily remove or completely protect you from the hazards and dangers. However, staffs are often advised to wear it to reduce any potential bodily harm.

At the same time, we’d also like to mention that it’s strongly advisable for staffs to wear fitting gears. Protective gears that are the right fitting size for you. No one size bigger or one size smaller. It has to be the correct size. PPE is not meant to make you feel too comfortable or look great. It’s meant to prevent and reduce any harm that comes your way.

4. Regular checkup and maintenance of company properties

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Our HSE staffs regularly check our workplace property for any damages or problems at hand. They ensure that every item, every vehicle, every area is in proper and working conditions. Any damaged vehicles or areas in the office can lead to further deterioration. Further deterioration can lead to possible workplace safety compromise.

Nobody wants to work in an office or area that is surrounded by damages. That is why our HSE staffs are constantly keeping the workplace in check. Anything to keep our workplace safe from potential risks.

Conclusion

Workplace safety definitely means a lot to TKR Engineering. It is something that we do not take lightly. We hold workplace safety in high regards. At the same time, we have taken measures in order to ensure high levels of workplace safety.

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And why you need it

Engineering management covers a wide range of field. Although there is a wide range of different kinds of engineering types, engineering management is where engineering is mixed with management. We have previously talked about engineering management and its uses here.

This is basically what engineering management means:

Engineering management in simple, layman’s explanation means having both the aptitude of engineering skills and management skills. Engineering management basically means preparing the engineer with business acumen. Having a combination of business and management with real technical expertise can bring many benefits to engineering firms. Engineers with strong business management skills play a key role in preparing the next generation of managers in the engineering sector.

However, in a lot of engineering firms, it’s great to have a senior positioned engineer take charge of the firm under the boss. For such a senior engineer, it’s great to have effective management skills.

With that being said, let’s see how engineering management can benefit you.

Why You Need Engineering Management

Here are some reasons how your company can benefit from great engineering management.

1. Skills and insights that can provide better advantages for your company

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Engineering management needs a set of highly technical that comes with emotional intelligence and team management skills. You’ll also need to comprehend how to manage and run a project. Unlike most management roles, engineering managers are expected to the understanding of how to run an engineering business. In a competitive market, these skills are precious. Employers are often on the lookout for engineers who can do the work and will also have a strong grasp of what goes on behind the scenes in the engineering business.

Having a practical business outlook on top of your engineering skills means a lot of useful things. It can mean that you will be able to manage projects while keeping higher-level business needs in mind. This is a quality that many engineering employers look for in an engineering manager: the ability to do the work while meeting business targets.

At the same time, being an engineer manager also means that you are well-prepared for new market changes. Without a doubt, engineering markets are always updating. What’s important is how to weather the emotionally stressful side of the industry. Handle both emotional and workplace issues, you’ll be able to go far with your management skills.

2. Opportunity and Relationship Management

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Part of having great engineering management set up for excellence is figuring out the “right” opportunities and relationships. As soon as the relationships are in place, the opportunities will start to come in. Understanding which ones to tackle and which ones to give up on is more art than science. it comes with a combination of skillset, bandwidth, and alignment. You will certainly want to keep solving newer and more interesting problems. However, that implies a certain mastery of yesterday’s problems. And, even if all those ingredients are available, the relationship aspect still plays a big part.

You can understand that your engineering manager essentially work for your team and have done what’s needed to establish robust lines of communication. Then you will start focusing on relationships. You understand relationships – long-lived with ups and downs, brimming with potential that’s sometimes unfulfilled. Each individual on your team is in it for the long haul – think and plan accordingly. Going one step further, engineering managers will see that they start to behave as one unit that builds relationships with other teams. These can be users, customers, dependencies, partners, overlords, and whatnot. The success of your team is tied largely to intra-team and inter-team relationships.

3. Aiming for bigger and better goals against your competitors

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Working as a team and company developer is great. You get to be hands-on with the technology. At the same time, you get to solve difficult problems and then deliver them as part of the team. However, for some engineering managers, they may be really good at some parts of the technical role. Some others are more skilled and passionate about other parts.

Some engineering managers get more satisfaction from achieving a big goal as part of a team. Rather than achieving a smaller one as an individual. As an engineering manager, you can play a small role in towards the bigger goal. Add it all up, and you can see that engineering management made a big impact on the firm’s outcome.

As engineering managers, they are in an intense competition with other top companies for new engineering talent. Choosing a strong candidate takes strategy, execution, and sometimes a little bit of luck. Just like closing out a tennis match against a difficult opponent. If you are great (and you better be good at choosing), you will win more than you lose. When you lose, you need to be able to let it go and learn from your mistakes. You should then get ready for the next one.

What made it so satisfying in engineering management was that while your team may all be strong at execution, remember it’s all about tackling the real work to earn results. Engineering management people should be there to help, challenge, and encourage their teams along the way.

Conclusion

If you ever need engineering services, do not hesitate to contact us. We are willing to help you along the way. Our engineering team is managed by some of the best engineering managements around town. You will not be disappointed by our top-notch engineering management and services.

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How Marine Engineering Has Kept Many Sectors Afloat and Sailing

Marine engineering, by contrary beliefs, is a vital aspect of engineering for a lot of industries. Often, you can see oil and gas sectors, maritime companies, and export-import industries needing various forms of marine engineering.

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Having said that, it simply means that these sectors benefits from marine engineering. There are various ways that these sectors benefit from marine engineering. That translates into marine engineering being much needed by a lot of these sectors. Furthermore, as long as its needed, it will keep marine engineering relevant.

Advantages of Marine Engineering

If you are in some of the following sectors, then you may need marine engineering:

  • Oil and gas sectors
  • Maritime companies
  • Export-import industries
  • And many other industries that travels by sea

Here are some ways such industries can benefit from marine engineering.

1. Constant and Continuous Maintenance

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Everyone knows that transportation needs regular maintenance. From regular checkups, to repairs, and even a new paint job, they need maintenance. Marine engineers will find themselves in positions where they have to help with onboard ship repairs and maintenance.

The upkeep of a ship is a costly one, but it’s needed anyway. If you wish to maintain long term business with consistent profits, then it’s definitely a good idea to maintain the ship.

2. Offshore and Marine Safety is Especially Imperative

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Marine engineers are also responsible for keeping tabs of a boat’s safety. Accidents on boats such as boat fires, engine malfunctioning, etc., are not talked about often. A lot of times boaters and ship operators take for granted that nothing bad will happen onboard. However, they are very wrong. They totally forgot that anything can happen even when the boats are docked or berthed.

Therefore, it’s great to get a marine engineer on board to help maintain the ship.

3. Having Certain Influence Over Maritime Laws

Being a marine engineer means you have a certain voice and influence over future maritime laws. This is mostly because marine engineers understand their industry more than anyone else for obvious reasons. That means they are able to push for better and improved maritime laws.

4. Transferable Skills to Other Engineering Types

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Marine engineer may be a relatively new engineering type. However, there are certain skills and aspects that they can transfer to other engineering departments. These transferable skills have been proven useful as the marine engineers are able to find a new job within the same sector when laid off.

Generally, marine engineers learn different aspects of engineering from other engineering types. That means when they are looking for a new engineering job, they can shift to another different engineering kind. They just need to upskill other parts of engineering as a form of upgrading themselves.

Conclusion

Marine engineers are useful in numerous ways. They contribute so much to the maritime industry, which in turn benefits so many other industries that need the sea.

If you ever need marine engineer services, do not hesitate to contact us. We’d be more than happy to help.

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Company Safety Training: Monthly Fire Drill Practice for December 2020

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Monthly Company Safety Training

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Every month, TKR Engineering’s parent company Misarma Enterprise will conduct a fire drill practice as a company safety training. This month, we did another fire drill company safety practice.

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We take workplace safety in high regards. In the company, we make sure that our staffs are able to protect themselves in case a fire breaks out.

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If you have any needs for safety and PPE equipment, come and find us. We are ready to help and provide.

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Keeping Your Boat Well Maintained Is Important

Boat maintenance is a vital part of any boat upkeep. A lot of ships from any industry will need some form of boat maintenance. When companies say that they need boat maintenance, it usually means almost anything:

Boats need maintenance and upkeep for a myriad of reasons. Here are some reasons why you need it.

4 Reasons Why You Need Boat Upkeep

1. Avoid battery and engine problems

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Battery and engine problems have been a prevalent issue in many boats. It can come from a series of pre-existing issues. Follow the simple steps below in keeping your boat well-maintained:

  • Always replace the engine’s reeling battery with another marine battery. Choose one that has thicker plates and a more robust design. Try not to choose an auto battery to withstand the strong vibration and pounding a boat can deliver.
  • Secure the marine battery with a good battery tray, which should at least have a base that is screwed or bolted to the boat. Or you can choose a rigid bracket or a locking strap to hold it to the base. You certainly do not want the battery smashing around in rough water.
  • Frequently check the battery terminal connections to ensure that they are snug and free of corrosion. If you use the boat less than frequently, then use a maintenance-type battery charger to keep the battery fully charged between trips.

2. Prevent fuel problems

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Using the wrong fuel may destroy your boat and its engine. Here are some tips when it comes to fuel problems:

  • If possible, fuel your boat with gasoline that does not contain ethanol. If only ethanol-blend fuel is available, then make sure to only use fuel with up to 10% ethanol (E10). No marine engine is certified to operate on fuel with more than 10% ethanol. Try to by fresh gas from a busy fuel dock or gas station where you can.
  • Use a fuel stabilizer additive if you don’t forestall using most of the fuel in your boat within a couple of weeks. Modern gasoline can begin to oxidize and form problem-causing deposits in the fuel system in just a few weeks. This is especially true in older engines fitted with a carburetor rather than fuel injection.
  • Install a 10-micron water-separating fuel filter between the fuel tank and the engine. This can have a spin-off filter element. Many newer boats are already equipped with these filters. This can in turn keep water and very fine particles of debris out of the engine. Carry a spare filter element on the boat where you can.

3. Have a solid maintenance plan

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It’s all in having a solid maintenance plan. Lack of a coherent plan makes it impossible for many marine operators to enjoy maximum satisfaction from their watercraft. Regardless of how prudent you are, a boat is an expensive transaction.

Buying one without having a plan on how to maintain and run it without spending so much money is a recipe for disaster. You will want to have as much information as you can get on the best boat for your budget range. Part of your investigation should include shopping for brands with a reputation for being trustworthy and easy to maintain.

There are boat brands that deliver optimal utility with light maintenance with OEM and off-the-market spares. Don’t buy a boat without thinking properly about the maintenance and other related costs. It’s the best way to avoid any costly mistakes.

4. Price as an indicator for long-term maintenance

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Remember that selling a boat a few years after buying may end in a loss. Buy a boat you can own for at least 10 years so you can get the maximum value. The price of a boat usually gives a clue about the cost of maintaining it. If you wish to save money on maintenance, get a boat you or your company can afford. That way, it becomes easier to pay for any expenses that come your way.

The higher the price of a boat, the more expensive its parts and maintenance costs. It’s like owning a Porsche versus a Toyota Corolla car. The premium price of the former means every product and service attached to its maintenance will command high prices to reflect the vehicle class.

So, before you sign that contract to finance that boat, think about the accessibility of spare parts. Also, think about the technical knowhow. If you are going for the best boat on the market, make sure to budget for top dollar maintenance.

Conclusion

Remember that boat maintenance is as important. We are very sure that you do not wish to pay for an expensive boat upkeep long term. Therefore, remember to do really good research before committing. After all, you do not wish to get your hands on a lemon boat either!

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Top-Notch Safety At Our Workplace

TKR Engineering is committed to workplace safety. We never take safety for granted and have always been dedicated to maintaining it at high levels. At the same time, our partner companies, Misarma Enterprise, Misarma Marine, Misarma Supply, Armada Bangsa, EVOL Technologies, and Prokil Pest are equally as committed to workplace safety as we are.

Ways to Uphold Workplace Safety

As TKR Engineering upholds workplace safety to a fault, here are some ways we uphold workplace safety.

1. Wear relevant and proper PPE at all times

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As we are an engineering firm, we work with the oil and gas sector the most. We ensure that our staffs are to wear the relevant and correct PPE at all times. It is especially imperative that our staffs wear them when working onsite.

Some people tend to feel “uncomfortable” wearing PPE for a myriad of reasons. Reasons ranging from being too hot and stuffy, too tight, or just feel like it’s obtrusive. However, unfortunately, they will still have to keep it on whenever they are working on site.

PPE serves as a protective entity. It was meant to reduce the damage done by the workplace accident. PPE doesn’t prevent workplace accidents; it reduces risks. However, it’s the preventive measure in place and following them that further eliminates the risk of workplace accidents.

2. Have preventive measures in place

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Wearing and using the correct PPE can only reduce so much risk. However, what enhances workplace safety is the preventive measures put in place. Having staffs follow it accordingly is what matters most.

As soon as these preventive measures are put in place, staffs are advised to observe it accordingly. Every one of our staffs is informed of any preventive measure updates. They will be kept in the loop for any new preventive measures.

3. General workplace training for safety measures

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For any preventive measures put in place, if there are any needs for staff training, we will make sure of it. Every new staff will be given in-house training of the safety measures observed by TKR Engineering. They will be given hands-on training of our safety rules.

If there are any new and updated safety rules, TKR Engineering will provide the necessary training where needed.

Conclusion

With all that being said, we are proud to have a solid enough workplace safety. We make sure that our staffs are safe while working at our office grounds. TKR Engineering made sure that none of our staffs gets into accidents stemmed from lack of workplace safety. Our HSE personnel made sure of that.

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EVOL Technology: Pump Solutions for Oil and Gas Sector

EVOL Technology: Pump Solutions for Oil and Gas Sector

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Our EVOL Technology branch of the company was formed back in 2018 to specialise in pump solutions. These pump solutions are especially meant for the oil and gas sector mainly. However, it does not mean they do not provide services that needs similar to what we have to offer.

Even though EVOL Technology’s pump solutions are our popular main line of business, they also offer industrial instruments and PPE to sell. When we say “industrial instruments”, we generally refer to items to support and pair up with the pumps.

Here are what the versatile EVOL Technology has to offer.

Pump Solutions

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EVOL Technology provides three kinds of pumps:

  • Air Titan Series (Pneumatic Injection Pump)
  • Neptune Series (Motor-Driven Metering Pump)
  • Tornado Series (Air Operated Diaphragm Pump)

EVOL Technology designs and manufactures three different series of customizable high-quality pumps applicable for many applications used in the oil and gas sector, petrochemical industry, and other related industries. Recognizing our customer’s needs for convenience and product performance, we concentrate on promoting solutions that are quality assured yet cost-effective to solve your problems.

Pump Safety

If you work around pipelines you will know that it requires pumps to function (to an extent). And like every other technology out there, it needs maintenance and repair works from time to time.

It’s very easy to overlook common maintenance works. It’s just as easy to rationalize the fact that it’s not worth the time to regularly inspect and replace faulty parts. Pretty easy to overlook a lot of things when everything is running smoothly, isn’t it?

However, nothing can be further from the truth. The genuineness is that the majority of facilities have several pumps performing a variety of functions that are essential to the successful operation of the plant. If any of the pumps breaks or malfunctions, it can cause the entire plant to shut down.

Pumps are like car engines. They are the cogs in the wheel that keeps your facilities functioning resourcefully. Whether if you choose to use them for manufacturing purposes, HVAC, water treatment, among other industrial uses. If you wish to keep pumps running properly, then you should implement and follow a regular maintenance schedule.

Pump Repair Maintenance: Getting Started

There is, without a doubt, importance in pump repair for your facilities’ overall upkeep. As mentioned before – pumps are like car engines. They are part and parcel to keeping your facilities up and running.

Here are some pump repair and maintenance tasks you should keep track of as a company:

Maintenance Frequency

It’s good to know your system and make it a point to observe your pumps. Observe it while they are in the works – live! Take note of any leaks, unusual sounds, odd vibrations, or funny smells.

Safety First

Ensure that machines are shut down before you do your maintenance. Do it even when you are doing your systems check. Proper isolation is crucial not only for electrical systems but also for hydraulic systems too.

Mechanical Inspection

Here are some things you may need to inspect:

  • Check for secure mounting points
  • Look out for faulty mechanical seal and packing
  • Check for leakages on pump flanges
  • Inspect the couplings
  • Do overall inspection and clean the filters frequently

Lubrication

When it comes to lubricating the motor and pump bearing, follow the manufacturers’ guidelines. Make sure that you don’t over lubricate. If you over-lubricate, you may cause damage to the pumps as a result instead of under-greasing it.

If the bearing has a vent cap, take away the cap and run the pump for 30 minutes. Then re-install cap. This lets the access grease to work its way out of the bearing.

Electrical and Motor Inspection

When it comes to lubricating the motor and pump bearing, follow the manufacturers’ guidelines. Make sure that you don’t over lubricate. If you over-lubricate, you may cause damage to the pumps as a result instead of under-greasing it.

If the bearing has a vent cap, take away the cap and run the pump for 30 minutes. Then re-install cap. This lets the access grease to work its way out of the bearing.

Step 1: Check and make sure that all terminations are tight.

Step 2: Then inspect the motor vents and windings for dust/dirt build-ups. Clean accordingly as per manufacturer’s guidelines.

Step 3: Inspect the starter or contractor for any arcing, overheating, etc.

Step 4: Use a megohmmeter on the windings to check for any insulation failure

Replace Any Damaged Seals

If any seals or O-rings show damages, please replace it immediately. By using a temporary rubber assembly lubricant, it will ensure a skin-tight fit and prevent any leaks or slips.

Pump Repair and Maintenance: When To Replace It?

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Most times people will advise and advocate to get a professional pump specialist to do the pump repairs. However, there are check-ups that you can do yourself to make sure that your pump continues to function in efficiency and reduce the risk of failure.

Submersed pumps are harder for you to assess its condition, as the pump sits below waterlines and out of human sight. In these systems, you can search for any signs of damages to the system. Pay attention to any alarms that your system is sounding. Calling a specialist when you notice damage or warning buzzers can allow you to have your own system repaired before total failure.

If your pump is visible above ground, then you are able to see the warning signs of failing components. Seeing any liquids leaking from the casing and from joints are an indication that the seals have failed.

You may not always be able to see water leaking directly from the pump. However, seeing damp patches, mould, smelling stale water or sewage are important signs that your pump isn’t sealed properly.

If you witness or notice any of the above-mentioned things, call a pump company as soon as possible. Arrange for an inspection and repair service.

Key Takeaway for Pump Solutions

Remember to look at all the conditions of your system and address the consistent operational requirements of preventive maintenance. At the same time, also look for signs of possible future problems to avoid reaching a point of pump system failure. This may be due to pre-existing conditions:

  • Unusual sign of wear
  • Heat generation
  • Lubrication usage
  • Vibrations
  • Pressure
  • Speed
  • Noise
  • Flow
  • Strain
  • Leakage
  • Fugitive emissions
  • Power consumptions

Keeping pumps running successfully in the long run of time needs proper pump design selection, proper installation, careful operation, and the ability to observe changes in performance over time.

Furthermore, if there ever is a failure in the future, the bulk of the investigation of the failure’s cause will be great. Do make sure to take relevant measures to prevent the problem from happening again.

Make sure that your pumps are in good condition so you can avoid frequent pump repair and service. To ensure that you don’t have to experience catastrophic failure in the future, make sure that your pumps are:

  • Properly sized
  • Dynamically balanced
  • Sits on stable foundations with good shaft alignment
  • Proper lubrication
  • Operators to start, run, and stop the pump with care
  • Maintenance crew to observe for unhealthy trends

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EVOL Technology: Instruments

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EVOL Technology may specialize in pumps, but do you know that they also sell instruments? They design and manufacture their own instruments to facilitate your industrial fluid needs.

Level Gauge

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Look into their QG Series Level Gauge. Made of high-purity quartz glass tube, meter shell, and explosion-proof valve, it guarantees quality and stability within its vicinity. It takes advantage of light refraction and reflection laws when displaying the level. It makes the indication level more visible.

Bi-Color Quartz Glass

Our level gauge’s tube is made with quartz glass and stainless steel. By using each material makes the instrument excellent tools for extreme operational conditions. The gauges come with easy installation and maintenance. It translates into the material being cost-effective and a common sight among many sight glass applications.

Integral Block Bleed Valve

EVOL Technology have made 2 kinds of integral block and bleed valves:

  • SB Series Single Block and Bleed Valve
  • DB Series Single Block and Bleed Valve

Both are designed to achieve positive sealing in a most solid design. They are available in stainless steel, carbon, alloy, and polymers to accommodate moderate to severe usages.

Injection Quills and Sampling Probes

Want to inject chemicals and other substances into the valves? EVOL Technology have the right injection quills and sampling probes just for you.

Pulsation Dampener

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EVOL Technologies’ bladder type pulsation dampener offers the most effective solution to reduce or eliminate pressure levels and complete system shock on any pump discharge.

Say goodbye to destructive pulsation and hydraulic shock in your pumps!

Chemical Hose

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EVOL Technology’s in-house UHMW-PE chemical hose is specifically made to safely and reliably transfer a wide variety of acids and chemicals. Their chemical-resistant tubing with its high flexibility makes it effective in handling a vast range of corrosive liquids even under extreme pressure and temperature.

Ensuring Workplace Safety With PPE

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Looking for PPE supplier? Perhaps you are looking for PPE for industrial uses. Coveralls. Visors. Gloves. Boots. Helmets. You name it, EVOL Technology will get you covered. Legitimately covered – from head to toe!

Avoid getting into unnecessary accidents at the workplace by wearing the correct kinds of PPE. Protect yourself and your staffs by using the right kinds of PPE gears. Getting into needless workplace accidents is the last thing you want.

Coveralls

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Need PPE coveralls? EVOL Technology have just what you are looking for. Avoid getting splashed by harmful chemicals and other liquids. Don’t let the harmful chemicals eat into your bare skin with the help of EVOL Technology’s PPE coveralls.

EVOL Technology can provide you with coveralls that are breathable and comfortable to wear. Let’s not allow harmful chemicals from damaging your skin. It’s definitely not something people will want.

Visors

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Protect your valuable eyes from harmful dust, chemicals, sparks, and other dangerous elements. Avoid getting blind by exposing your eyes to harmful elements. Wear PPE visors to prevent unneeded optic accidents at your workplace.

Helmets

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The head is probably one of the most important parts of your human body. We are pretty sure that you do not want your head getting smashed by heavy falling objects. PPE helmets may not be able to help prevent deaths or major damages to your head and your body. However, it can help reduce any damages to your head.

Gloves

Getting your hands and fingers sawed off is definitely a gruesome affair. To avoid such grisly affair, get yourself PPE gloves to help protect your precious hands. We are sure you do not want missing fingers on your hands. That can be a handful to deal with.

Boots

PPE boots are made to protect your feet from any heavy objects or chemical spillages. Your regular fashion boots will not make the cut. This is mostly because they are not made of the same material that PPE boots are.

Get yourselves your PPE boots with us. Avoid having heavy objects falling on your feet and subsequently crushing it. Prevent chemical spillages from harming your feet. Avert any possibilities of accidentally stepping on sharp objects lying carelessly around the worksite.

Conclusion

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Ever need anything from EVOL Technology? Reach out to EVOL Technology via:

Official Websites: https://evol-technologies.com/

Address: Lot 2075, Jalan Disa, Krokop,98000 Miri Sarawak

Telephone: +085 416 320 / 433 101

Fax: +085 433 801

Email: enquiry@evol-technologies.com

Working Hours: Mondays to Fridays – 8am to 5pm; Saturdays – 8am to 12pm

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New Service in Town: Prokil Pest (Pest Control Service)

Prokil Pest: Exterminate The Pests!

Prokil Pest: Exterminate The Pests!

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An All-Rounder Pest Control Site To Solve Your Pest Problems!

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We have recently launched Prokil Pest – our latest business venture into the pest control industry. Anyone who has any remote experience with pest and vermin will know what a nuisance they are. Having said that, we are here with Prokil Pest and its pest control services.

Prokil Pest specializes in providing a full spectrum of pest management solutions to a series of industries and businesses. We adhere to the global standard and are recognized by Jabatan Pertanian Malaysia.

Services Provided

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Here are some of the pest control services we provide:

General Pest Control

Prokil Pest applies the latest & most effective techniques including spraying of approved chemicals, traps/trays, application of gel baits and other forms of baiting systems. We choose the products that pose the most minimal risk and special care. We pay great attention to minimize any possible adverse effect that may impact the environment.

Termite Removal

Many termite species can do significant damage to unprotected buildings and other wooden structures. Their habit of remaining concealed often results in their presence going undetected until the timbers are severely damaged. We at Prokil Pest provide an effective termite treatment to get rid of these pests, putting the worries of your properties and assets to rest.

Fogging Services

Fogging is a technique used for killing insects that involves using a fine pesticide spray. The pesticide is directed by a blower. Our team at Prokil Pest are well-equipped and are ready to provide fogging services at a moment’s notice.

Pre-Construction Soil Treatment

Before organizations start on their construction, they’d clear their lands for soil treatment. Some area of lands used to be home to pests. Sometimes the lands cleared for new buildings used to be rubber tree or palm oil plantation. It may have previously been infested by termites and other pests.

In order to prevent the land from further infestation, construction companies will need to disinfect and decontaminate the area.

Signs of Pest Infestations

Here are some signs of possible infestation at your perimeters. Check for these signs yourself, or you may find one of our representatives to determine it for you.

Mub tubes – “roads” and “hives’ made by termites that have infested your perimeter.

Termite Swarmers – Not necessarily limited to termites, as it can also include other types of flying insects – ants for example. They may not survive enough in numbers to form a new colony, as most will die after a short amount of time (usually a few hours). However, it may re-occur again sometime in the future.

Wood Damage – This is a very obvious sign of termite infestation. You can see your wooden items (tables, cabinet, wardrobes, etc.) get eaten by termite. It can be rendered useless in the future.

Termite Frass – This is the wood remnant taken by the termites. They will usually use it to create mub tubes, termite colonies, and similar colonial homes.

Termite mounts – you can commonly find these in your gardens. However, you can also find them within enclosed compounds and other well-drained areas. The mounds are usually made of dirt and other natural elements.

Live Termites – they tend to boldly appear wherever they are not wanted. You can spot their presence by seeing small new holes in walls, discoloured or drooping drywall, buckling of wooden or laminated floors, and so on.

How To Get Started With Prokil Pest’s Services

Step 1 – Call us for an inspection date. We can book a day and time to come and inspect your infected area. Don’t worry as the inspection session is totally free.

Step 2 – As soon as we have arrived at your infected location, we will inspect and evaluate the infected area. We will access what kind of infestation it is, and what mode of treatment it’ll need.

Step 3 – As soon as we have determined the cause of infection, we will proceed with the treatment as agreed.

Step 4 – Upon completion, we will wrap up the treatment session.

Step 5 – If there are any re-infestations in the near future, contact us again for another inspection date (repeat from step 1).

How To Reach Prokil Pest

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You are able to reach Prokil Pest via the following:

Official Website: http://www.prokilpest.com/

Address: Lot 2075, Jalan Disa, Krokop, 98000, Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia

Email: enquiry@misarma.com

Telephone Number: +6085 416 320 / +6085 433 101

Office Hours: Mondays to Fridays – 8am to 5pm; Saturdays – 8am to 12pm

Or you may reach them via their Facebook page here.

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