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By Greg Arsenault Below are the most common failure modes of turbochargers: 1. Contaminated oil2. Lack of oil3. Foreign debris in air stream4. Excessive heat/friction5. Hot shut downs6. Physical contact of rotating components within the housing Although the above list...

By AMBAC International Being more productive in procurement is not some hard-lined secret, nor is it a puzzle with only one solution. Productivity manifests with many different strategies, many of which are overlooked due to the influx of various demands on...

By Eric Brisbon Always do the hard side first. As a weekend warrior of project vehicles, it’s always a good idea to keep this philosophy in mind when venturing into some new replacement part that comes in multiple components. Overall, this motto does wonders for the...

By Eric Brisbon The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) can be viewed as an industry curse or hailed a hero depending on your point of view. However, it is inarguable that engines put off less pollutants, diesels no longer belch black smoke or smell terrible, and...

There are many aspects that go into being a buyer; from evaluating different suppliers, to negotiating contracts, to understanding supply chain management. Needless to say, you’ve got quite a bit on your plate to manage. Below are some tips to help make your job...

By Robert Isherwood Your procurement department’s time is valuable and should be spent on the tasks that reap the greatest ROI for your company. Repetitive and simple tasks, such as data entry and email sorting, can be handled or eased by using some of the readily...

By Eric Brisbon Every once in a while something happens that you might consider great.  The dictionary defines great as, "Of an extent, amount, or intensity considerably above the normal or average."  This could be translated to great people, great times, or...

By Eric Brisbon Those of us who are mechanically minded and enjoy older vehicles, usually get a kick out of viewing a driveline of a vehicle from yesteryear. The simple, straight forward approach of providing power to the wheels, along with ample work room, brings...

By Lori Murray Mother Teresa once said, “I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” What began as an initiative with Babcock Center Inc. to better the local community by offering jobs to people with lifelong...