Multi-Craft Blogs
Why Cross-Training in Warehousing Often Fails – and What Top Operators Do Differently
January 23, 2026
In warehousing and distribution, cross-training fails without fundamentals. Many organizations in this space approach widespread cross-training in a way that lacks structure. This can improve initial responsiveness, but without a keen understanding of root cause analysis, organizations lose out ...
Three Signs it’s Time to Replace Your Water Pump System
December 17, 2025
Water pump systems don’t last forever and eventually they need to be replaced with newer, more efficient models.
3 Strategies That Make Workforce Onshoring Less Painful
September 16, 2025
According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), reshoring will primarily benefit smaller, more nimble manufacturers as they are able to leverage localized supply chains for greater flexibility and faster turn times.
Need to Attract Young Industrial Maintenance Talent? Train Their Way
July 24, 2025
Reaching Generations Z & Alpha is how you safeguard your maintenance workforce. Regardless of your current maintenance team’s structure, their experience levels, and their commitment to your company.
Navigating Maintenance Team Uncertainties: 5 Ways Training Helps
April 3, 2025
These industries have a massive impact on our standards of living in the U.S., and if the industrial sector grinds to a halt, it could impact more than prices at the store or pump.
The Top 9 Most-Desired Maintenance Skills and Why They Should Be Part of Your Team’s Toolbox
September 26, 2024
Respondents were asked to choose their top 3 skills. In fact, only about half included core maintenance skills as a top pick. The results were as follows.
Reducing the Risks Associated with Maintenance Team Retirements
August 8, 2024
major shift in the workforce is expected in the next decade, and many employers expect to see a dramatic increase in retirement of the workers who maintain and repair mission-critical machinery.
You’re Only as Safe as Your PPE: Tips for a Better-Protected Workplace
January 30, 2024
Electrical work is dangerous. Understanding the risks and protecting your workers is the best way to ensure they enjoy long careers with few injuries.
How to Recover After an Emergency Incident
November 29, 2023
Emergency incidents are unpredictable. They can occur at any time and on any job site. Whether natural or man-made, emergencies can threaten workers and the public, disrupt operations, or cause physical damage to an environment.
Why It’s Essential to Prepare for Emergencies
April 25, 2023
Statistics show that 1 in 4 businesses won’t reopen following an emergency. They also demonstrate that the frequency and significance of man-made and natural disasters is increasing.
Learn to Use the Tools of the Trade with Simulation-Based Training
April 3, 2023
With simulations, your team will explore a virtual environment where they can practice troubleshooting common faults, using the tools and components they’re already familiar with.
Case Study: Global Food Production Company Hires TPC to Revamp Onboarding & Upskilling Training Programs
February 17, 2023
A premier nutrition, agricultural origination, and food processing company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with 800+ facilities, 50+ innovation centers, and 38,000 employees, provides their customers with solutions to nutritional challenges.
Better Hands-on Training: How Simulation-Based Training Elevates the Workforce
March 22, 2022
It’s quite rare to find a person with technical mastery who also is great at teaching, though, and in most facilities, on-the-job training comes with these pitfalls
Top 8 Reasons Why Maintenance Training Improves Facility Safety
January 25, 2022
Training courses allow workers to learn the best practices for their jobs, whether it be safety precautions, troubleshooting methods, or simply tricks of the trade. When multiple workers participate in training as a team, they can rally around the best practices learned in their training courses.
Top Six Ways to Reduce Machine Downtime
December 6, 2021
Industry researchers have found that the average downtime episode lasts 1.5 to 4 hours and costs between $30,000 and $50,000 while production crews sit idle waiting for machines to come back online, and then earn overtime while the plant plays catch up to make its quotas.
Troubleshooting Thursday | True Cost of Factory Downtime: How Downtime Affects Productivity (Tip 67)
October 8, 2021
Today we’ll be looking at how to calculate the true cost of facilities maintenance. It’s not exactly news that factory downtime costs manufacturers.
12 Causes of Electrical Accidents
October 8, 2021
Electrical accidents are common, if not unavoidable, in the manufacturing environment. They occur for several reasons—whether it concerns the management, equipment, or employees.
How to Calculate Pump Efficiency
May 11, 2021
If pumps were ideal, the horsepower entering the pump would equal the horsepower exiting the pump, producing 100 percent efficiency. Unfortunately, friction, leakage, and other energy losses will always mean mechanical horsepower input will be higher than water horsepower output.
Steps to a Job Safety Analysis
April 27, 2021
All jobs come with some safety hazards, from the lack of an ergonomic keyboard in an office setting to the risk of arc flash when operating heavy electronic equipment.
Chilled Water System Maintenance Tips
April 7, 2021
Chilled water systems remove heat from buildings by transferring heat from the air into cold water forced through piping. The water circulates through chilled water loops, absorbing heat and returning the heated water to the chiller where refrigerant rechills the water.
OSHA Recordable vs Reportable Events
April 5, 2021
Confusion sometimes arises when discussing OSHA recordable vs reportable events, in part because not all recordable events are reportable. Here’s a brief explanation of OSHA recordkeeping requirements, with examples of recordable vs reportable events.
Ultimate List of 500+ Safety Slogans
March 31, 2021
Find the BEST list of safety slogans right here! We have 500+ slogans for you to choose from. Whether you're looking for a funny slogan or something industry-specific, you're sure to find something on this list.
Choosing the Proper PPE for Electric Arc Exposure
March 1, 2021
Clothing, face shields, gloves, and other gear must provide the level of protection needed for a given hazardous situation.
How to Extend Boiler Life
February 12, 2021
As you might expect, the more effort you put into maintaining your boiler, the longer you can expect it to function. Here’s how to extend boiler life.
HVAC Challenges in Historical Buildings
February 10, 2021
Installing or upgrading HVAC for historic buildings is a complicated—and sometimes nerve-wracking—process. As the HVAC installer, you have two responsibilities that can sometimes clash.
The True Cost of Deferred HVAC Maintenance
February 10, 2021
Deferred HVAC maintenance is a new term for that old adage, “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” On the surface it makes sense—if the HVAC system is running, why expend the resources associated with preventative maintenance?
Types of Pumps and Their Applications
January 29, 2021
Choosing the right types of pump requires an understanding of the classifications of pumps: the right pump for one situation is entirely wrong for other pump applications.
How to Read a Blueprint
January 8, 2021
Knowing how to read a blueprint is a valuable skill for anyone who works in construction, maintenance, or facilities management. Accurate blueprint reading helps you identify the location of important building elements during renovations, rebuilding, or work on electrical and HVAC systems.
Case Study: TPC’s Training Impact with Tyson Foods, Inc.
October 30, 2020
Tyson Foods, Inc., with a corporate base in Springdale, Arkansas, is comprised of 110 production facilities with approximately 120,000 employees throughout the US.
Generator Safety Tips
October 8, 2020
A portable generator is used to produce electricity when temporary or remote power is required. Often used on construction sites or to power facilities during power outages or disasters, portable generators are powered by engines, and must be used with care to avoid injury and fire.
The Benefits of Simulation Training
September 16, 2020
Simulation training offers opportunities to practice complex and sensitive processes in a safe, virtual environment. But what is simulation training, and do simulation training methods have a place in your workforce training program?
How Automation Can Help Improve Workplace Safety
October 21, 2019
Automating hazardous operations can greatly improve workplace safety, but the relationship between automation and safety goes far beyond distancing employees from dangerous tasks.
Why Safety and Incident Reporting is Important
October 14, 2019
OSHA reporting and incident tracking is a vital part of health and safety management. An inaccurate or missed OSHA report can have serious repercussions on a company.
Using Mobile Forms to Improve Compliance Efficiency
October 4, 2019
Complying with local, state, and national regulations requires a paper trail--it doesn't matter if you’re in compliance if you can’t prove it.
Asbestos Hazards and Awareness Safety in the Workplace
May 23, 2019
Asbestos is an umbrella term describing six natural fibrous materials, all of which are mined. For years, asbestos was praised as a miracle material due to its strength, flexibility, electrical resistance, and ability to withstand chemical and thermal degradation.
What Is Lock Out Tag Out Procedure?
April 16, 2019
Lock out / tag out, also known as energy control procedure, is a set of essential safety steps required before working on potentially energized machinery.
18 Legal Tips: Handling OSHA Citations the Right Way
March 1, 2019
We interviewed 18 top legal experts in order to provide you with a list of critical information you should be aware of in the event you receive an OSHA citation.
What are Approach Boundaries?
February 6, 2019
Arc flash describes a dangerous event which occurs when electric current leaves its intended path and arcs through the air until making contact with another conductor or the ground.
Common Electrical Hazards
January 2, 2019
Electricity is a powerful force, and it’s no surprise that electrical safety usually comes up in conversation when work safety topics are discussed.
Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Levels
September 15, 2018
Corrective and preventive maintenance are often classified by levels of complexity, with each level indicating the need for more specialized training to successfully complete procedures, diagnostics, and repairs.
What is Motor Pump Alignment? (And Why it's Important to Train Your Employees On It)
August 22, 2018
Proper motor pump alignment helps ensure your equipment has longer life spans while requiring fewer repairs and costly downtime. Here we’ll explain what motor/pump alignment is, why it’s so important, and why your maintenance staff need alignment training.
Bearing Failure Analysis and Best Practices
August 8, 2018
Roller bearings are one of the sturdiest precision components in industrial motors and other applications, with less than one percent not completing their expected lifecycle.
Case Study: TPC Training’s Program Increases Critical Maintenance Knowledge at Hadeed
July 10, 2018
Every facility, whether domestic or abroad, runs on information. But too often the information that a workforce needs to operate and maintain the equipment in their facilities is severely outdated, missing, or difficult to utilize in the field.
Who's At Risk for Arc Flash Injuries?
October 24, 2017
Arc flash is a serious industrial accident where electrical current leaves its intended pathway and travels through the air. Between five to ten arc flash explosions occur in the USA every day, with 2,000 people a year treated in burn centers for arc-related injuries.
Facilities Management and the Bottom Line
November 9, 2016
When the economy worsens and a company’s bottom line suffers, facilities managers often see their budgets decimated. As a result, Staff may be laid off, inventory reduced, and important facilities management training courses delayed or cancelled.
How to Improve Industrial Preventive Maintenance
August 23, 2016
Improving your company’s preventive maintenance (PM) program can feel overwhelming. PM processes often develop organically as new machinery and equipment comes into play, old equipment is phased out, and new reliability strategies become available.
How to Prevent Problems with Your Condenser
July 19, 2016
Located on the outside of the building, an air conditioner’s condenser is exposed to the elements and vulnerable to damage. Here’s how to identify and prevent problems with your condenser before they become serious.
Does your facility meet OSHA and NFPA standards for Qualified Electrical Workers?
May 25, 2015
Did you know that OSHA and NFPA require documented in-person or classroom training for electrical workers? We find that many of our customers are unaware of these requirements; understanding them can make your facility safer and reduce employer liability.