Eddy-current couplings (coupling/clutch/brake), while slowly being replaced by variable-frequency drive (VFD) technology, are still in use and will require repairs. As these devices become less common, the expertise pool is also shrinking. On the positive side, their specialized nature ensures that those familiar with these units will be in demand for some time.

Los embragues de corrientes parásitas (acoplamiento/embrague/freno/clutch), aunque poco a poco están siendo reemplazados por la tecnología con variadores de frecuencia electrónicos (VFD) siguen en uso y requieren reparaciones. A medida que estos dispositivos se vuelven más raros, el grupo de expertos en ellos también se reduce, pero el lado positivo es que su naturaleza especializada asegura que quienes estén familiarizados con este tipo de equipos serán demandados durante algún tiempo.

The pressure to do well at work can be motivating, but if not channeled correctly, it can become overwhelming. Combined with the challenges life brings outside of work, that overwhelming feeling can transform into stress. Stress typically leads to a negative state of mind and can result in burnout or even other more serious mental or physical health problems.

La presión para hacer bien su trabajo puede ser motivante, pero si no se canaliza correctamente, puede volverse abrumadora. Combinado con los desafíos que trae la vida fuera del trabajo, ese sentimiento abrumador, se puede transformar en estrés. El estrés normalmente conlleva a un estado mental negativo y puede provocar agotamiento o incluso otros problemas más graves de salud física o mental.

This presentation discusses the importance of tracking rework in the shop and how it can lead to focused training opportunities, improved turnaround times and improved profitability.

Sales and marketing departments often work alongside each other instead of performing as a team. If marketers and salespeople don't pull together, your company will never exploit its full potential. Many B2B industrial companies suffer from an old problem; there is hardly any acceptance, appreciation and support for their own marketing department. There is a lack of understanding of why marketing is firstly so important and secondly a complex and time-consuming area. Marketing is unfortunately rarely perceived as a specialist department.

Marketing programs are essential to winning new business and increasing revenue from existing customers. However, two major barriers often stand in the way: limited budget and lack of specialized knowledge. This article reviews favorite tools two members use every day in developing marketing programs, and they’re all FREE or have free versions.

Presented at the 2022 EASA Convention, this study’s focus is wide ranging and explores general business practices, financial performance metrics, services, products and strategies around marketing and succession.

Read how one EASA member has found hiring success by using employee referrals.

Peer interaction is a sometimes-overlooked benefit that could boost your business and possibly increase your membership return on investment.