Building Operating Management’s NFMT 2014 is being held in Baltimore, MD, March 4-6th at the...
Day: February 6, 2014
How Cost Justification Can Save Your Predictive Maintenance Program
You collected the data. You made the appropriate corrections, repairs, and improvements. Because...
Predictive Maintenance – A Multi-Tiered Approach
When it comes to selecting a predictive maintenance technology to monitor your equipment, there is...
Steam Trap Surveys – Infrared or Ultrasonic
There are typically two schools of thought on steam trap surveys, infrared thermography and...
Vibration Data Collection: The Importance of Being Accurate and Consistent
The truth of the matter is that vibration analysis is where the bulk of our time and energy are typically spent. It takes a lot of training and years of practice to become a great analyst. Training someone to operate a data collector and run a route seems much simpler and is often treated as less important. That mentality can be dangerous to your program. If you start collecting bad data, the best analyst in the world will not be able to give you the correct analysis.
Pros and Cons – In-house or Contract your PdM Program?
Congratulations! If you’re contemplating this particular dilemma, then at least you’re on the...