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Join Us at Reliable Plant Conference 2025!
The Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition, co-located with the Machinery Lubrication Conference & Exhibition, is a 4-day event dedicated to the latest trends and tactics in maintenance and reliability. With expert-led learning sessions, access to cutting-edge tools and technologies offered by over 100 exhibitors, and powerful networking experiences, this is a can’t-miss event for anyone looking to transform their maintenance strategy.
- Noria Corporation
When to go Wireless, and When Not
When it comes to condition monitoring, wireless technology is becoming ubiquitous for sensing applications. But many analysts still have a tried and tested portable monitor in their arsenal, so this begs the question, why should wireless sensors be used, and is there still a place for the more traditional route-based option?
- David Procter
- Sensoteq
Sensor Fusion: The Path to Proactive Plant Maintenance and Operational Excellence
A powerful approach for improving plant maintenance programs is the integration of multiple sensing technologies to improve coverage of machines and different failure modes. This can be further complemented by effective analysis of the data from all the different sources. When using multiple sensors like this, it is called Sensor Fusion...
- Alan McCall
- Sensoteq
Steam Trap Testing
Reduce Energy Costs and Increase Process Stability with Ultrasonic Testing Equipment. Regular inspections of production equipment are essential in preventive maintenance. Early detection of damage or signs of wear leads to increased plant availability and also saves enormous costs. Is the steam trap working correctly or is it defective? Digital ultrasonic testing technology provides the answer. Energy losses are reduced and process stability is increased.
- Steffen Moeck
- SONOTEC
Why is a Crystal IR Lens not Suitable for Industrial Applications?
Some manufacturers of crystal infrared windows claim their products are “Arc Resistant”!! This is a very dangerous statement to make especially when we already know that crystals cannot take any form of impact,..
- Martin Robinson
- IRISS Inc.
How to Choose the Right Locations to Measure with Ultrasound
By nature, high-frequency sound is very low-energy, so it tends not to travel far from its source. On a motor-and-pump setup, for instance, we’d ideally like to take our readings…
- Rob Kalwarowsky
- Rob's Reliability
Six Signs Your Acoustic Lubrication Program is on Track
Poor lubrication practices account for as much as 40% of all premature bearing failures. When ultrasound is utilized to assess lubrication needs and schedule grease replenishment intervals, that number drops below 10%. What would 30% fewer bearing related failures mean for your organization?
- Allan Rienstra
- SDT International
Leak-Testing Flanged Couplings
There are a lot of flanged couplings used in heat exchanger condenser systems. Finding vacuum or pressure leaks here is challenging
- Allan Rienstra
- SDT International
Some Considerations When Using Ultrasound for Slow-Speed Systems
When using ultrasound for slow-speed systems, there are some things to consider. The first is our alarm levels. Slow-speed bearings will have a relatively…
- Christopher Hallum
- UE Systems Europe B.V.