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Teach Your Organization To FishIf reliability is to be sustained, a successful reliability engineer will teach others in the plant “how to fish.”
Take Risk Out Of Full Scale ProjectsPilot plants demonstrate the feasibility of proposed process technologies for real-world operations.
Find Competitive Advantage With Asset ManagementBy Drew D. Troyer, CRE, CMRP, Contributing Editor Most people think of reliable asset management as maintenance. This is natural. How many, though, also think of it as an opportunity to create a competitive advantage? Let’s explore. Some years back, researchers Robert H. Hayes and Steven C. Wheelwright created a model showing how operational excellence […]
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Each month we talk with maintenance and technology professionals about their views and pressing problems on the factory floor.
Double Up With Autonomous MaintenanceQ: What is the purpose of autonomous maintenance and what benefits does it provide? A : The purpose of autonomous maintenance is to set up a process that enables operators and trades/technicians to continually communicate regarding equipment health.
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Featured Podcast: IoT’s Invisible Revolution, with Microsoft’s Jaishree SubramaniaThe results of IoT Signals, a 2019 study conducted by Microsoft, are the subject of this podcast with Jaishree Subramania, Senior Director of Product Marketing for Azure Microsoft. Subramania discusses survey results that involved 3,000 international respondents. Some 85% of those respondents have at least one IoT project in the works and their answers to […]
- Featured Podcast: IoT Pros, Cons, and Security Issues with Microsoft’s Galen Hunt
Dr. Galen Hunt, founder and leader of the Microsoft Azure Sphere team, discusses the benefits of IoT technology/sensors applied to new and existing assets. He also offers insights into current trends, cybersecurity issues, and the role Microsoft’s Azure Sphere technology can play in cloud computing, data handling, and overall digital transformation. Dr. Galen Hunt, Distinguished […]
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Improve Through Culture ChangeWhen I visit and/or assess plants, the largest roadblock to improvement that I encounter continues to be a need to improve culture. When enterprises experience success in this area, it usually comes from one of two paths: • communicating a clear, understandable vision that is believable and carries easily identified benefits • dissatisfaction that people […]
- Find Competitive Advantage With Asset Management
By Drew D. Troyer, CRE, CMRP, Contributing Editor Most people think of reliable asset management as maintenance. This is natural. How many, though, also think of it as an opportunity to create a competitive advantage? Let’s explore. Some years back, researchers Robert H. Hayes and Steven C. Wheelwright created a model showing how operational excellence […]
Asset Management: Evolution to RevolutionQ: Asset management is changing rapidly. Where is it all headed? A: Maintenance and reliability concepts have been evolving for a long time with increasing complexity and capabilities. This is further complicated by global competition, the high number of trades/technicians leaving the workforce, changing business dynamics, and the ongoing need to improve culture.
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Create a Material BOMBy Kristina Gordon, Illumiti A bill of materials or BOM, as it is called in SAP, is a useful tool as it allows the maintenance planner to easily view the materials associated with a specific piece of equipment. This saves time and money.
- Teach Your Organization To Fish
If reliability is to be sustained, a successful reliability engineer will teach others in the plant “how to fish.”
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Brush Up on Mag-Meter BasicsMag meters (electromagnetic flow meters) offer a number of benefits in fluid-handling applications.
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ICML Sets Standard For Best PracticesThe International Council of Machinery Lubrication has introduced ICML 55.1, a new standard for lubrication-management programs.
Keep Your Air Compressors HealthyAn air compressor is similar to the human body. It requires routine upkeep and regular checkups to make sure it’s functioning as designed.
High-Performance DriveThe GA800 variable-speed drive is said to provide a combination of power, ease of use, flexibility, and performance. Designed to control traditional and emerging motor technologies through 600 HP, the drive handles applications ranging from simple fans and pumps to high-performance test dynamometers requiring precise regulation. The unit provides highly flexible network communications, embedded functional […]
ECM Motor for Furnace ApplicationsThe Genteq Ensite motor is an electronically commutated motor (ECM) for furnace applications. It complies with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Fan Energy Rating (FER) regulatory requirements that take effect in July 2019. The motor features advanced Blak Box motor diagnostics technology, Electrand wand compatibility, and Near Field Communication (NFC) capabilities that provide Internet of […]
Pump Condition-Monitoring DeviceThe IN-1000 condition-monitoring device, for pumps in operationally critical and environmentally sensitive chemical engineering applications, accommodates one master and as many as 10 satellite modules/network. Built-in features include a two-level warning and alarm system, logging of sensor data, and remote monitoring with a smartphone app. It is available with ATEX certification for use in EX […]
Enhanced Ground TesterThe DET2/3 earth/ground resistance tester includes an optional test lead reel that is said to dramatically reduce time and frustration for the operator. Designed to test communications and ground systems, the tester has a graphic display for better data analysis, excellent error detection capabilities, and a range of test frequencies to ensure noise protection. With […]
Air-Cooled CompressorsThe Ultima U75-160 series compressors are air cooled, oil free, and can be used for air and water cooling. Using heat recovery for process water heating, the unit reportedly allows collection and recovery for as much as 98% of generated heat. Gardner DenverQuincy, ILgardnerdenver.com
Point-Level SwitchThe Nivector FTI26 point-level switch detects all types of powdered and fine-grained solids such as plastic granules, detergent, grain, sugar, spices, and other dry materials. The switch can be installed at the top of a tank to indicate high level, or at the bottom of a tank to indicate low level. The capacitance device fulfills […]
Manifold LineThe Rosemount R305 integral manifolds and R306 in-line manifolds have a Pressure-Lock valve design said to simplify high-pressure operation, increase safety, and enhance reliability. The two-piece stem does not rotate in the seat, providing solid closure with minimal wear. An adjustable packing nut simplifies valve maintenance. Back seating prevents blowouts for increased user safety. EmersonSt. […]