Crooks who deploy skimming devices made to steal payment card details from fuel station pumps don’t just target filling stations at random: They tend to focus on those that neglect to deploy various tools designed to minimize such scams, including security cameras, non-standard pump locks and tamper-proof security tape. But don’t take my word for it: Here’s a look at fuel station compromises in 2016 as documented by the state of Arizona, which has seen a dramatic spike in fuel skimming attacks over the past year.
KrebsOnSecurity examined nearly nine months worth of pump skimming incidents in Arizona, where officials…
Despite being a volatile year for the oil and gas industry, it is keeping up with security investments as a result of increasing threats. To keep up with rising company expectations, security providers and integrators need to adapt to change, whether it be via incorporating more trending technology or better expertise in cybersecurity.
We harp how security clearance applicants need to avoid lying on government forms, but what if a reference lies during your investigation?
Despite the promise of expanded visibility into the user trail behind a data breach, the security industry has largely ignored the meticulous advances of forensic researchers. Privacy is just one reason for the snub.
A cyber security expert said it is unlikely your data will be released.
It doesn't mean that everyone you contact, or every relationship needs to be disclosed. But if you're FaceTiming someone everyday for months, and that person happens to be a foreign national - it's time to let your security officer know.
The power generation industry uses high-flow, low-head vertical pumps for circulating water in both fossil and nuclear power plants. Many of these plants are approaching 40 years old and require equipment refurbishment or component replacement. One specific component that has been a major topic of discussion is the circulating water pump.
Us tech guys at Jabsco and Rule thought "How cool would it be to show what's going on inside an impeller pump!". Well, with the help of our machinist who mad...
How can you control your pump from your smartphone? Better yet, why would you need to have access to your pool pump from your phone?
Understanding how different types of pump designs impact sealing is critical to optimizing the efficiency, safety and longevity of the sealing system.
A web press is complex—and requires constant monitoring. An equipment failure costs both money and time. Reliable tubing pumps, such as Masterflex®, and other components needing minimal attention f…
Cheap and reliable diesel pumps are the go-to tool for irrigation on farms in rural India. But diesel costs have been rising in recent yearsand so has concern over greenhouse gases. To address both problems, Greenpeace has issued a challenge to desi
Sprayer pumps are designed to push or pull fluid tank contents out to a spray nozzle(s) at specific gallons per minute (GPM) flow rates and pressure delivery.
Use this chart to select an FMI pump. Select the flow rate and pressure closest to your requirements for information on available models.
Pump systems need to be regularly inspected and constantly maintained to prevent premature failure, losses in efficiency and increased operating costs.
Cavitation is not a new phenomenon that can impact a pump system, but it is an issue that is growing. While no official figures exist, it is not misleading to say that in the last five years, cases of pump cavitation have increased markedly.
Running some pumps dry can damage the pump—a costly practice. Which pumps can be run dry? Peristaltic pumps, piston pumps with ceramic heads, bellows pumps, and diaphragm pumps can run dry for any …
Pump tubing is crucial to the effectiveness of your pump system. To maximize performance and reduce pulsation, try the following tips: Use a pulse dampener Use adjustable occlusion pump: reduce occ…
Industrial pumps can be grouped into centrifugal pumps and positive displacement pumps. Both play key roles.
Water pumps can be classified in 2 categories: centrifugal and positive displacement. Learn when to use these pumps, applications, uses and tips.
Rust from cooling system contamination and/or insufficient coolant level.