Reversing either line voltage polarity or phase sequence on a motor so that the motor develops a counter-torque that exerts a retarding force to brake the motor.
Filtered out particles filling the openings in a medium to the extent of shutting off the flow of product; loading up of the medium so as to reduce capacity. Also referred to as blinding or blocking.
Near size particles trapped in screen apertures (openings) preventing passage of under size particles. This problem commonly occurs when using wire or perforated plate screens. Polyurethane screens are less susceptible to plugging due to the advantage of having tapered relief openings. See-"blinding". Polyurethane Internet web site on the topic of Polyurethane.(empty)
The filling in of the area between dots in a halftone or screen caused by too much ink or too little water being run during printing. Plugging may also be caused by dirty blankets, dirty ink, improper packing or insufficient ink tack.
The process whereby a well that is no longer (and never likely to be) needed is filled with concrete and abandoned. Often referred to as "p&a" -- plugged and abandoned.
The use of compatible patches or materials to reduce or temporarily stop the flow of liquids from small holes, rips, tears, or gashes in containers. The repaired container may not be reused without proper inspection and certification.