Saving costs on your facilities energy usage can allow you to reallocate funds to other facilities needs. OMNIA Partners understands the importance of keeping your facilities in top condition, so we've partnered with Grainger to provide some tips to help you reduce costs. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems combine all climate control technologies into one package. All sizes of facilities can benefit from an integrated HVAC system that reduces overall climate control costs while improving working conditions.
HVAC Maintenance Tips to Reduce Costs
August 28, 2019 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO
How prepared is your facility for hurricane season?
July 18, 2019 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO, Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Hurricane season is in full effect now until the end of November. Hurricanes are a serious threat to people and property as we have seen the recent damage Hurricane Michael has caused in the United States. It is vital to prepare for the weather, but more importantly is your facility ready to respond and recover? Here are some tips from OMNIA Partners' supplier, Grainger to make sure you are ready when disaster strikes.
7 Summer Safety Products to Protect & Boost Savings [Gallery]
June 3, 2019 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO, Fastenal, Infographic
On average, there are more heat related fatalities per year in the United States than any other weather event. There are even more heat-related illnesses. According to the National Weather Service, heat accounts for 130 victims per year, the only weather event to reach a triple digit 30-year average.
Heat Stress Signs and Prevention
May 23, 2019 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO
Employers should be aware of the dangers excessive heat has on employees. Hazards of heat exposure are most commonly associated with summer months, however, certain jobs can have extreme heat all year round, like foundry and boiler room work. Physical exertion coupled with heat and humidity can cause more than just discomfort. These variables can lead to a number of heat-related illnesses, some of which can be very dangerous. Make sure you know the signs of heat stress and how to prevent it.
Long-Term Maintenance Means Big Savings
March 26, 2019 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Industrial Supplies and MRO, Fastenal, Manufacturing
Focusing on immediate, upfront savings can actually cost more than it saves. Learn how you can purchase with the long-term in mind AND save.
Look for Energy Losses in these Top Spots
January 31, 2019 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO
When conditioned air (hot or cold) leaks from a building, the energy it took to condition that air is wasted, creating an energy loss. Leaks are only one of the sources for wasted energy; motors, pumps, and electrical boxes will generate heat and lose energy efficiency as they begin to fail. Thermal imagers can be used by creating pictures of measured infrared energy or heat and assigning colors based on the differences of temperature.
Customized MRO Inventory Reporting Automates Informed Buying
June 12, 2017 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO, Fastenal
When it comes to purchasing MRO for your facility, inadequate or inaccurate data can create spend chaos plagued by stock-outs and over-purchasing. Managing MRO inventory is critical to identify waste and recognize cost reductions as 70% of MRO spend is committed to MRO inventory.
MRO Vending Solutions Cut Cost & Increase Productivity
February 28, 2017 / by OMNIA Partners posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO, Fastenal, Infographic
$500 billion is spent annually on MRO (maintenance, repair and operations) in the U.S, making MRO a target category for procurement to manage. Approximately 30% of MRO spend is on non-inventory industrial purchases; the other 70% is committed to MRO inventory.
Finding Your Perfection with Lean Six Sigma
October 21, 2016 / by Fastenal posted in Facilities & Infrastructure, Industrial Supplies and MRO, Fastenal, Infographic
At some point, everyone dreams of reaching perfection. Making the winning shot in a big game, exceeding an aggressive sales target set for the year, or having zero defects in a complicated production process.