What to add to the CMMS? The answer may surprise you.
Michael Lippig
As a planner using a CMMS system, are you confused about what to add to the system as you are planning work? Are there times
Technical / Equipment
You’re Doing it Wrong! Checking Bearings
Owe Forsberg
Checking bearings to detect early signs of failure is an excellent way extend the life of equipment, but don’t do it wrong! You need to
Unusual Condition Monitoring Tools
Christer Idhammar
When you are performing condition monitoring tasks, don’t just rely on expensive condition monitoring tools, some unusual and simple tools can be used. Here’s a
MINExpo – Features Videos and Interviews with Vendors at the Show
Torbjörn Idhammar
Enjoy this quick recap from our time at this year’s MINExpo 2021 in Las Vegas. This video features interviews and presentations from LOKRING, COGEP, Lanfranco,
What Can Be the Impact of Dissimilar Metal Corrosion?
Owe Forsberg
A trailer was repaired after scraping the side a few years ago. The bolts that hold the cross members to the aluminum frame on the
Infrared Thermography – not just for Electrical Switchgear
Torbjörn Idhammar
Infrared (IR) thermography has become an essential tool in many Predictive Maintenance (PdM) Programs. In spite of becoming more user-friendly and affordable, there is a
Listen to your Cog Belt
Torbjörn Idhammar
Are you hearing a slapping noise? This can be caused by poor tension, which may cause a reduction in performance and lead to belt breakage.
Condition Monitoring Standards
Torbjörn Idhammar
Visual Inspections- Des-Case Breather Check the color of the breather. Blue color means that the breather is still active, while red means it is saturated and
Reliability Tip: OTR Inspections- Gear Coupling
Torbjörn Idhammar
Subjective OTR inspections on gear couplings should include Noise, Visual, Temperature, grease leaking, guards and keyway. Noise could be caused by:
Measuring a bearing condition without a vibration analyst
Torbjörn Idhammar
Scenario: You are the Reliability Engineer responsible for developing an in-house condition based PM program. One item you’re monitoring is an important process fan. This
Maintenance Tip – Oil Sampling
Terry Taylor
The most important point about oil samples and oil analysis in general is you are looking for any “change” that is taking place.
Test Your Maintenance Method Knowledge
Torbjörn Idhammar
Test your knowledge of maintenance methods. How is a cost effective maintenance process established to so that the process generates more money than it costs?
Types of Misalignments
Torbjörn Idhammar
Picture 1: Offset, or Parallel – the shafts are parallel to each other, but are not co-planar, or in the same plane. This can be both vertical
Carbon Brush Wear in DC Motors and Generators Caused by Silicone
Terry Taylor
Why does silicone cause carbon brush wear in DC motors? It is known that the presence of silicone will cause very rapid wear of carbon
Maintenance Tips: Cleaning Equipment Components
Angel Custodio
Companies tend to minimize the impact of basic cleanliness on equipment / components. Maintenance usually emphasize in condition monitoring programs such as vibration, temperature (motors,
Corrective Maintenance – Smart Methods in Maintenance: Part 3
Christer Idhammar
Before discussing smart corrective maintenance methods, I would like to say that I appreciate feedback from readers. If you have any new or old tricks
Smart Methods in Maintenance: Part 2
Christer Idhammar
Most maintenance problems are the result of neglecting the very basics of essential component care and inspections, including improper lubrication, poor operating practices, faulty alignment
Smart Methods in Maintenance: Part 1
Christer Idhammar
A long time ago, I discovered that most maintenance people like gadgets and smart methods, especially from within their fields. I must include myself in
Diesel Fuel Injector Failures
Terry Taylor
Over the past 10 years, the North American diesel fuel market has slowly moved from High Sulphur fuel to Low Sulphur fuel (< 500ppm) and
Grease Selection Made Simple
Terry Taylor
First question- what is grease? Grease is simply a semi-fluid product that’s made up of an oil (70-90%) combined with a “thickener” (5-15%). Added to
