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Three disruptive technologies driving change in enterprise asset management
Businesses in every industry are currently undergoing massive digital transformation, creating opportunities to leverage emerging technologies and enable innovative approaches to business practices. But these are not just flash-in-the-pan technologies – they are long-term shifts in the way we use technology, requiring a strategic approach if they are to provide bottom line benefits.
Intelligent motors and actuators
“Many actuators are what might be termed ‘dumb,’ meaning they only do one thing and have no means by which they can be managed and operated in more subtle ways.” —Tom Venetis
Embracing a systems philosophy in energy efficiency
In the united effort to preserve global security of…
Anticipate failure through condition monitoring
“In most cases we won’t be monitoring our equipment continuously. We’ll do it periodically on a fixed frequency – say once per shift, daily, weekly or monthly. How do we choose the frequency? This is where condition monitoring involves a bit of informed guesswork.” —James Reyes-Picknell
Hand-tool makers emphasize safety and ergonomics
When it comes to hand tools the focus needs…
Master the basics of cleaning and degreasing
Throughout my career I often found that the lack…
Vibration diagnostics to analyze radial vibration at the bearings ensures best balance
Since September 1996, the at-speed balancing bunker in Sulzer’s…
ABB celebrates 125 years of technical innovation in Montreal
Customers and officials assembled for an evening honouring ABB’s…
What are the benefits of providing training to maintenance personnel?
Employees at world-class organizations spend as much as 10 per cent of their time engaged in training and education. But in a recessionary environment, training is often one of the first activities to be cut.
Chain lubrication tips and methods
There are several leading factors that contribute to accelerated…
Key success factors for manufacturers in 2017 – skills and new services
Bridging the skills gap and boosting services will be top priorities for manufacturers in 2017. And IoT? Today, 50 per cent of the costs of IoT projects go on integration. In 2017, many manufacturers will realize they already have IoT solutions – now they need to integrate them better to leverage the full benefits. Antony Bourne, IFS Global Industry Director for Manufacturing outlines three key predictions for 2017 – and beyond.
How to select the proper industrial shaft seal for an application
For all rotating machinery in plants across industries, shaft…
Valve plant gains understanding of Industry 4.0 by becoming a reference factory for customers
Festo is applying new technologies and systems in a…
What is more important: a focus on reliability or focus on maintenance practices?
MRO’s Counterpoint columnists took to the stage at this…
Debunking four condition-based maintenance misconceptions
Condition-based maintenance, applied to mission critical and non-critical assets,…
Winterizing aerial work platforms and boom trucks
Preparing your aerial lifts or boom truck cranes for…
Three technology driven developments poised to disrupt field service
The field service industry has always been one of the earliest adopters of new technologies, from the original PDAs to IoT-enabled devices. Now, a new generation of technology is uniquely positioned to transform the field service industry, promising to reduce costs and dramatically improve the quality of service organizations can offer. Tom DeVroy, Senior Product Evangelist for Enterprise Service Management at IFS, identifies three technology-led developments set to disrupt field service and discusses how flexible and modular resource planning infrastructure will help organizations reap substantial rewards.
Transition to GHS label compliance
Paint and coating formulators, distributors and end users must…
AEM Hall of Fame announces 2016 inductees
Milwaukee – The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announces…
Asset management professionals gain inspiration at PEMAC conference
Sustainability is about meeting the needs of today without…
Who laid off the asset management data quality people?
The petroleum-triggered economic global downturn has impacted all aspects…
Robots bring new productivity; implications for MRO
While many warehousing facilities are well-equipped to handle the mechanical maintenance of their conveyors, they may lack the robotics and software resources to maintain a fully-automated system. And with many facilities shifting toward automation processes, robotic system maintenance will forge a new MRO culture that includes advanced training or experience in technology.
Avoid health scares with regular hygiene assessments
The list of prosecution bulletins and food recalls posted…
What’s Up Doug? How are hydraulics used with bearings?
Bearings are precision components that need to be handled…
Chains drive your process
Every process has unique requirements that could make choosing the right chain a mission-critical exercise.
Cost concepts of planning and scheduling
Most people are surprised to see maintenance costs go…
Innovation could lead to cuts in chemical manufacturing energy use and emissions
Irving, Texas – Scientists from ExxonMobil and the Georgia…
MRO Inventory 101
Proper MRO parts management is a balancing act. On one hand, you want parts to be available in the case of breakdowns. At the same time, you cannot have an excessive amount of money tied up in inventory.
Does your oil and lubrication program ensure your equipment is running at its best?
Most plant managers ask themselves how they can extract…
What’s Up Doug? Rolling Element Bearings and Fluid Power
There are a number of ways that rolling element…
