Category: Steel and Metals Industry

How Steam Turbines Are Redefining Traditional Power Generation

A few technologies can match the efficiency and practicality of back-pressure steam turbines, especially in traditional power generation. Despite being an older technology, they remain among the most effective tools for industrial plants seeking to reduce energy consumption, improve sustainability, and recover wasted heat. ProcessBarron’s Steam Turbine expert, Bill Hunter, shares his industry knowledge on power generation, best practices, and the future of steam turbines within industrial manufacturing. Read More

Getting It Right: Sizing, Layout, and Maintenance for Mechanical Dust Collectors

Mechanical dust collection systems (MDCs) play a crucial role in industrial environments where airborne particulates pose serious challenges to equipment performance, plant maintenance, and environmental compliance. ProcessBarron’s Mechanical Dust Collecting expert, Hunter Ray, shares his industry knowledge on best practices, things to avoid, and ways to prevent equipment failures. Read More

Expansion Joints in Industrial Manufacturing: Choosing the Right One for the Job

In this blog, we go beyond the basics, pulling insights from our seasoned product manager, Nathan Rice at ProcessBarron, who’s been in the shop, field, and the drafting room. We’ll break down the key types of expansion joints, what to consider when selecting one, red flags to watch for, and real-world examples of costly mistakes and big wins. Read More

9 Safety Protocols Every Manufacturer Should Implement

In today’s industrial landscape, compliance is the minimum standard. The true differentiator? A culture of safety. During a recent conversation with Nikki Skelton, an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) professional with more than 25 years of industry experience, we explored what it takes to not only meet safety regulations but to build a proactive, engaged, and world-class safety culture within a manufacturing environment. Read More

Mechanical Conveying: Handling Biomass and Alternative Fuels

At ProcessBarron our expertise centers around the industrial market where we design material handling systems for boilers, kilns, and furnaces. In a recent conversation, our resident expert in material handling, Joe Waite, explained the different aspects of conveying systems to increase efficiency and minimize plant downtime. Read More

How to Manage Supply Chain Risks in Industrial Manufacturing

Get an inside perspective from the experts at ProcessBarron on managing supply chain risks, including tariffs, demand fluctuations, and lead times. Learn more about sourcing strategies, the importance of strong supplier relationships, transparency, and the future of industrial manufacturing supply chain management.  Read More