Maintenance Module Improves Safety and Lowers Costs For Law Enforcement

For over 30 years DSI has been providing reliable and innovative systems that enable your department to work safely and efficiently. The law Enforcement Module is part of a suite of barcode tracking solutions that include Inventory, Documents, Evidence,, Fixed Assets, E-Ticket, and ID Badge Printer Systems. Bar code data collection has been proven to be the most accurate and efficient method of tracking or counting items.

Checkmate Service Module Improves Safety & Efficiency:
DSI has announced the launch of The Checkmate Maintenance Scheduler, targeted for Law Enforcement Agencies who want to reduce the loss of gear and save time tracking down which piece of equipment is checked out to which officer.

The program reports when an inspection is due on items such as laptops, weapons, tasers and vests, and keeps track of the expiration date of consumables such as OC Spray.  It is easy to check in and out shotguns and long rifles for every shift. The inventory module will keep track of class B items such as batons, masks, gloves, and handcuffs.  It’s affordable for almost all agencies, even those with just a few employees,” stated Bill Allen, Process Control Consultant. See additional information at http://www.a-barcode.com/case-study/police-equipment-trac...

Cost Justification:
“Loss of equipment and malfunctioning gear can be a major overhead cost for agencies. Our customers see a typical payback for the Equipment Manager within 3-4 months,” states Alison Falco, President of Dynamic Systems.  

Contact:  Rob Freeman, V.P. Business Development
800-342-3999; robf@dsisales.com

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eReplacementParts.com Offers 5 Lawn and Garden Power Tool Maintenance Tips for Spring

Spring is officially here, which means lawn and garden power tools will soon be in use as the days grow warmer and the plants become greener. However, these power tools have been out of commission all winter long, and will need some tuning up before first-time use.  eReplacementParts.com has put together a lawn and garden power tool maintenance spring checklist to help homeowners prepare for upcoming yard maintenance.

“Inspecting and maintaining your power tools isn’t just important for the tool’s performance,” said David Fairbanks, CEO of eReplacementParts.com. “It’s important for safety as well.” eReplacementParts.com recommends performing the following inspections to ensure tools are in proper working condition.

Check for broken parts and loose screws.

It’s important to check equipment such as lawn mowers, chainsaws and trimmers for loose screws and damage from last season and fix it accordingly. “Sometimes things break and you forget about it when you haven’t used the tool for a few months,” said Mark Sodja, eReplacementParts.com’s outdoor equipment specialist. “It’s important to thoroughly inspect your tools before using them. If the tool is broken, you can find parts and repair tutorials on eReplacementParts.com.”

Check spark plugs, air filters and fuel filters.

Checking and replacing spark plugs, air filters and fuel filters will extend the life of the tool and burn gas more efficiently“ "Checking and changing spark plugs, air filters and fuel filters is simple,” Sodja said. “Anybody can do it themselves with the proper instructions. I provide short tutorials on how to perform these tasks and more on the eReplacementParts.com YouTube page at http://www.youtube.com/ereplacementparts.”

Change oil

Start the season off with a fresh oil change to ensure your engine will run powerfully and dependably. “Fresh oil will keep the engine’s moving parts lubricated and operating smoothly,” Sodja said.

Sharpen or replace blades

Inspect lawn mower and chainsaw blades to determine whether they should be sharpened or replaced. It’s important to have sharp blades to keep cuts clean and reduce work time. “Replace the blade if you notice it is damaged. Otherwise, a good sharpening will keep it cutting smoothly,” said Sodja. “You can generally sharpen a blade one to three times before you need to replace it.”

Clean

Finally, it’s important to make sure lawn and garden power tools are clean from last season’s debris. “If you didn’t do it before storing it away for winter, you’ll want to clean the lawn mower undercarriage, trimmer motor casings and chainsaw chain to ensure it is in top working condition.” eReplacementParts.com offers replacement parts for a wide variety of lawn and garden equipment brands. Visit http://www.ereplacementparts.com/lawn-equipment-parts.html for a complete list of part brands.

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Equipment & Maintenance Manager Improves Safety and Saves Money for First Responders.

In business since 1981, DSI provides bar code systems that track equipment, inventory, documents, capital assets and maintenance or service schedules.  Bar code data collection has been proven to be the most accurate and efficient method of tracking or counting items.

Release of Equipment Manager Software:
DSI has announced the launch of Equipment Manager, targeted for agencies that need to track service due on equipment and save time tracking down tools and gear. The software tells you who has it, where it is, when it is due back.

The program reports when an inspection, repair, or cleaning is due on items such as parts, laptops, hoses, pagers, radios, pagers, and terminals. It is easy to check equipment in and out to each apparatus and between stations.  You can also track inspections of buildings, extinguishers, hydro testing, hose inventory, repairs, SCUBA gear, maintenance of the station, training records, and maintenance on vehicles and equipment (NFPA 1851). The inventory module tracks consumable supplies as well. “Checkmate will improve performance and is an affordable program for even those with a few employees,” stated Bill Allen, Process Control Consultant.

Cost Justification:
It requires less than a minute to check an item in and out, and cuts hours off equipment checks and inspections. Loss of time and malfunctioning gear can be a major overhead cost for departments.  Our customers see a typical payback with the Equipment Manager within 3-4 months,” states Alison Falco, President of Dynamic Systems. Contact:  Rob Freeman, V.P. Business Development, 800-342-3999.

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