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 Improvements to SpectrOil M Series Military-Application Elemental Analyzers 
Increase Ruggedness

Improvements to SpectrOil M Series Military-Application Elemental Analyzers 
Increase Ruggedness

Improvements to SpectrOil M Series Military-Application Elemental Analyzers 
Increase Ruggedness, Enhance Ergonomics and Upgrade Electronics and Software

 Spectro Scientific Introduces TruVu 360™ Enterprise Fluid Intelligence Platform

Spectro Scientific Introduces TruVu 360™ Enterprise Fluid Intelligence Platform

A New and Holistic Approach to On-Site Oil Analysis

Spectro Scientific, one of the world’s largest suppliers of oil, fuel, and processed-water analysis instrumentation and software, has introduced TruVu 360™ Enterprise Fluid Intelligence Platform, an all-encompassing web-based fluid analysis data management system.

  EASA Announces New Officers and Executive Committee

EASA Announces New Officers and Executive Committee

The Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA) announces new international officers for the 2018-2019 administrative year.

Condition Monitoring for Pharma Batch Processes and Internet of Condition Monitoring (IoCM)

Condition Monitoring for Pharma Batch Processes and Internet of Condition Monitoring (IoCM)

IMC-2017 Learning Session - 32:30
by Alfred Yu, Sanofi Pasteur, and Blair Fraser, Lakeside Process Controls

The impacts of unexpected downtime causing poor reliability is common and usually accepted in the pharmaceutical industry mainly due to the complexity, application specific design of production equipment and rigorous qualification steps involved for changes. This lead traditional condition monitoring technologies such as vibration and ultrasound to be ineffective when applied in silos. Also batch process with multiple phases in each cycle makes conventional condition monitoring almost impossibility to implement. As a result, it is common in this industry to rely overhauls, overtime and the overstocking of parts to reduce the impact of downtime.

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 June - July 2018

June - July 2018

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Developing an Effective Electric Motor Testing Program

Developing an Effective Electric Motor Testing Program

It is estimated that almost half (45 percent) of global electricity is used by electric motors. Electric motors drive a considerable amount of equipment in almost all industries, from power generation to water and food supply to consumer products. The importance of electric motors in modern society cannot be understated. It is because of this vital role that it pays huge dividends to keep your electric motors running efficiently through a quality reliability program that includes energized and de-energized electric motor testing (EMT).

The Role of “Large Data:” Automated Analysis and Analytics in Machine Condition Monitoring

The Role of “Large Data:” Automated Analysis and Analytics in Machine Condition Monitoring

IMC-2017 Learning Session - 45:24
by Milton Olsen, Maintenance Technology Systems, LLC.

Large data analytics is the process of examining large and varied data sets -- i.e., big data -- to uncover hidden patterns, unknown correlations, failure patterns, machinery health metrics and other useful information that can help maintenance organizations make more-informed business decisions.

Vibration data collection methods and database strategies to maintain large complete data sets will be discussed. The process that allows the post analysis of the data to occur “as if you are at the machine”. The ability to let the data lead you through the analysis process. Apply different data filters, and see the results during the analysis process. Do this same analysis on historical data, while seeking answers to the question of what has changed.

Explore the possibilities of Data analytics through the three types of vibration data collection processes. Periodic data collection, semi continuous data collection and continuously acquired data.

The goal of Large data analytics is the ability to perform analysis in the current data and previous data sets to identify the point at which machine failure began. The Large Data model necessitates the ability to analyze previous data with the same focus as the current data. The focus of the analysis will shift from simply answering the question of when the machine will fail, to the question of what caused or why or how did the machine begin to fail. This effort and process will naturally lead to identifying the real root cause of failure. From this vantage point repairs and corrections can be implemented that will increase the long term reliability of the machine.

 Fluke DS701 and DS703 FC Diagnostic Videoscopes enable maintenance teams to diagnose problems

Fluke DS701 and DS703 FC Diagnostic Videoscopes enable maintenance teams to diagnose problems

The new videoscope probes are IP68 rated to stand up to the dirtiest, harshest industrial work environments

Using IIoT to Become a More Predictive Organization: Case Study - GE Appliances

Using IIoT to Become a More Predictive Organization: Case Study - GE Appliances

IMC-2017 Learning Session - 40:15
by Scott Shaver, GE Appliances, and Bob Stallard, Viziya Corp

Do you know what to do with your IoT data? Are you having issues collating and understanding your data so it is actionable? Are you finding it difficult to streamline your work management process because you can’t connect the data to the right systems?

You are not alone. Imagine an IoT product that is being used successfully by several Fortune 1000 companies that addresses the data intelligence gap, and delivers on the promise of IoT to:

  • Connect your sensor data to your CMMS
  • Make that data actionable: i.e. generate work orders, work requests, assign priorities, trigger events
  • Write the data back to the historian
  • Ultimately, create a more predictive maintenance organization
 Fluke® Process Instruments Introduces Thermalert® 4.0 Infrared Pyrometer for Diverse Temperature App

Fluke® Process Instruments Introduces Thermalert® 4.0 Infrared Pyrometer for Diverse Temperature App

Fluke® Process Instruments today announced the Thermalert® 4.0, a versatile infrared spot pyrometer for automatic, noncontact temperature measurement in harsh industrial environments. Intended for use with temperatures of -40 °F to 4,082 °F (-40 °C to 2,250 °C), the pyrometer series comprises 13 models with varied spectral responses, including dedicated sensors for metals, glass, plastics, paper and food products.

Managing Effective Fluid Analysis: 10 Steps to Realize Your Return on Investment

Managing Effective Fluid Analysis: 10 Steps to Realize Your Return on Investment

Fluid analysis is an incredible tool to ensure your maintenance program sees a significant return on investment for your efforts. Not only is it an informative diagnostic tool, but fluid analysis also can help you increase productivity and boost company profits. Whether you are looking to use it alone or alongside other diagnostic technologies, fluid analysis can help you detect a variety of problems before they become failures.

 Des-Case Announces IsoLogic™

Des-Case Announces IsoLogic™

Expanding on 35 years of innovation, Des-Case enters the IIoT space with IsoLogic™ and the market's first connected desiccant breather

 New Hansford Sensors vibration switch protects critical assets

New Hansford Sensors vibration switch protects critical assets

Hansford Sensors, the leading manufacturer and global supplier of industrial accelerometers, has launched a new compact vibration switch, designed to protect machinery against unexpected shutdown and repair costs. The HS-429 automatically trips in the event of excessive vibration levels, allowing critical systems to be shut down before damage can occur.

 Fluke RSE300 and RSE600 Fixed-Mount Infrared Cameras easily integrate infrared data, images & videos

Fluke RSE300 and RSE600 Fixed-Mount Infrared Cameras easily integrate infrared data, images & videos

The first fully-radiometric Fluke infrared cameras with MATLAB and LabVIEW software plug-ins deliver continuous temperature monitoring for research, science and engineering applications

The Next Generation of Maintenance Reliability

The Next Generation of Maintenance Reliability

Connected and integrated tools, sensors and software provide maximized uptime.

As industrial production rapidly transforms, the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) drives plant-wide changes and enhanced asset health and maintenance management. Facility managers, engineers and technicians must be able to rely on their equipment’s operation. Monitoring assets and assessing their health is of paramount concern to detect problems before catastrophic failures.

 Fluke Pack30 Professional Tool Backpack allows maintenance professionals to easily carry tools

Fluke Pack30 Professional Tool Backpack allows maintenance professionals to easily carry tools

The rugged backpack features a versatile solution of more than 30 pockets and pouches to transport and protect a wide array of Fluke tools and accessories, hand tools, and tablets

 SONGWON further extends its antioxidant range for fuels and lubricants with the launch of SONGNOX®

SONGWON further extends its antioxidant range for fuels and lubricants with the launch of SONGNOX®

Following its successful debut at the Annual Meeting & Exhibition of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE) in 2017, SONGWON will once again be present this year. The company will be introducing the latest addition to its range of antioxidants for fuels and lubricants. 

 ITT expands innovative i-ALERT® Monitoring Solution Portfolio

ITT expands innovative i-ALERT® Monitoring Solution Portfolio

Launches compatible Bluetooth® Smart Pressure Sensor

ITT Inc. today announced that it is continuing to expand its innovative i-ALERT® Monitoring Solution portfolio, giving customers additional options to maximize the efficiency and total cost of ownership of all types of rotating machines.

 Petasense Launches New Asset Reliability & Optimization System

Petasense Launches New Asset Reliability & Optimization System

Petasense extends its predictive maintenance capabilities beyond vibration monitoring of rotating machines to support multiple sensor parameters across a wide range of industrial applications

 Bsquare Secures Three-Year IoT SaaS Agreement with Fortune 100 Firm

Bsquare Secures Three-Year IoT SaaS Agreement with Fortune 100 Firm

Deployment leverages Amazon Web Services (AWS) Internet of Things services to achieve the scale, availability, and security required in business-critical IoT systems