Several tests can be performed on a hydraulic pump to indicate its condition. The temperature of the pump case, the flow of the case drain and the current draw of the drive motor are common checks that can be done regularly and over a period of time to track the wear of a hydraulic pump.
A balance program developed for the lead phase measuring system was used for searching the effective two-plane balancing solution for the lag phase system of measurement for an overhung rigid rotor. This article presents the mathematical expression of the solution and its validation from the results of a test for two-plane balance by comparing calculated values using experimental data.
The Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance Testbed integrates machine learning algorithms and models to identify machine failures, reduce maintenance costs and keep operations safe
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In the June/July 2016 Uptime article, “Condition Monitoring and MEMS Accelerometers: What You Need to Know,” several attributes of microelectromechanical system (MEMS) accelerometers were presented that make the technology compelling for condition monitoring applications. This article reviews data demonstrating the state of MEMS technology development and performance levels by comparing it to a commercially available piezoelectric (PZT) condition monitoring accelerometer.
The RELIABILITY Conference 2016 Forum - 47:21 by Jason Kopschinsky, Des-Case
For plants that rely on hydraulics, servo valve reliability goes hand-in-hand with equipment uptime. And while a number of things can affect the reliability of servo valves, the quality and cleanliness of the hydraulic fluid is one of the primary root causes of failure. In this paper presentation we’ll explain why cleanliness is important and provide simple, practical ways to address fluid cleanliness and increase servo valve reliability and longevity.
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Although many are utilizing ultrasound in their condition-based monitoring (CBM) program, many are still lukewarm about implementing the acoustic lubrication application as part of a CBM program. But here’s why that application should be utilized.
The fuse is recognised as a proven technology – yet its evolution is continuous, with ongoing investment in design and engineering in order to adapt the technology for important new applications and emerging market needs.
Hansford Sensors, the leading UK based manufacturer of industrial accelerometers, has announced it is expanding its presence in the US by opening a joint sales and serviceoperation, based in Texas. This new office will be the latest additionto the Hansford group of wholly or partly owned subsidiaries in Poland, Australia, Germany and India plus an extensive sales network of over 30 independent Hansford Sensors distributors around the world.