Title:
Maintaining Productivity
Author(s):
Raymond Reub
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
30
Issue:
12
Appears on pages(s):
55-57
Keywords:
dowel; drill; lubrication; maintenance
DOI:
Date:
12/1/2008
Abstract:
Doweling machines commonly use pneumatic rotary impact rock drill motors to produce the holes needed to install dowels in hardened concrete. These motors must operate under harsh, dusty conditions, but managers can ensure the best performance and longest service life by encouraging operators to follow the simple guidelines presented in this article.