Analysis

Current, Cable Length, Slew Rate: An Important Relationship

These three equipment-related variables can affect high-frequency vibration measurements. By Meredith Christman, IMI Sensors, A Division of PCB Piezotronics Successful collection of high-frequency vibration measurements isn’t as easy as simply choosing the right accelerometer and mounting methodology. A technician also needs to take into account cable length as excessively long cables can have a negative […]

Analysis • Condition Monitoring • Condition-based Maintenance • Maintenance • Motor Testing • Reliability • Reliability & Maintenance Center

Innovative Maintenance: A Concept

2 months ago

By Howard W Penrose, Ph.D., CMRP, MotorDoc LLC There’s been a constant buzz in the reliability...

Analysis • Infrared • Non-Destructive Testing

Thermal Imager Selection: Buy Wisely

3 months ago

Make sure the chosen equipment is capable of providing clear images for your particular...

Analysis • Equipment • Pumps • Reliability & Maintenance Center • Vibration monitoring

Manage Pump-System Vibration With Sensors

3 months ago

Fluid-handling pumping systems are deployed everywhere in industry. Unfortunately, these workhorses...

Analysis • Non-Destructive Testing • Reliability & Maintenance Center • Ultrasound

Set Baselines, Alarms on Mechanical Assets

4 months ago

With advancements in instrumentation and software, structure-borne ultrasound has become a major...

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SAFETY
Reliability And Safety Inseparable
Q: How much is reliability tied to safety? A: The quick answer is that a reliable plant is a safe plant. Reduced reactive maintenance (emergency repair) is the best leading indicator of the impact safety will have on an operation.
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