CBT is excited to announce we are now an authorized HOFFMAN On Demand distributor, supplying the product you need when your business demands it.

When the CARES act was passed on March 27^th of this year it opened up the possibility for lighting upgrades to be 100% written off in the year installed, meaning that the federal government would be subsidizing any improvement by the amount of the companies federal tax rate.

Two local food processing plants were experiencing high bearing failure rates due to high temperatures, high pressure, and caustic washdown. We replaced their outdated bearings with the new IP69k rated Food Safe Bearings from CBT partner, ABB Dodge which led to a reduction in downtime and maintenance costs.

Essential services are running at capacity, pushing their systems more than ever before. It is critical to the success of these services that systems and equipment are reliable.

As businesses begin to reopen and employees return to work, it is imperative that companies are equipped with the proper signage to keep their staff safe and healthy.

The skills gap is a growing issue that manufacturers face daily. CBT offers a wide variety of training courses that can equip you with the skills you need to succed. 

The COVID-19 crisis has pushed several plants to shut down. What should you consider as you prepare to take systems and equipment offline? What can small teams do to ensure future success of the plant? CBT partner Fluke Corporation, has a three-part plan for shutting your systems down, coming back online, and operating at-capacity systems. This is the first installment in the series, stay tuned for the next articles that will help you acclimate as business operations start to return to normal.

Cybersecurity risks can put your entire plant at risks costing you time and money. Take the necessary steps to protect your assets and processes.