10 Minute Talk
Tank Levels
The reliability of tank level indicators has improved significantly over the past few decades. This tip will discuss how taking advantage of differences in thermal capacitance of tank contents allows for fast and effect tank level inspections.
- Roy Huff
- The Snell Group
Five Minute Facts
Ultrasound Rescues a Super Dryer for Wood Chips
As we were listening to the eighth bearing, we heard a faint ticking sound. The display indicated 2 dB. The guys on site were not worried, as it was only 2 dB. I rephrased this to say…
- Christopher Hallum
- UE Systems Europe B.V.
Two Minute Tips
How Technology Helps With Condition Monitoring
Efficient condition monitoring requires the use of technology and the right software. The right software will consolidate data for facility managers giving them the data needed to implement more efficient condition monitoring programs, it also allows......
- Warren Wu
- UpKeep
Interviews
All About Hydraulic Oil
In this interview, Nathan Walker talks to us about hydraulic oil. Hydraulic oils are the second most important lubricants in our industry, after engine oils. Hydraulics work by...
- Nathan Walker
- Lubrication Engineers
Two Minute Tips
Thermal Convection
Many electric motors use thermal convection to keep the motor cool. The greater the surface area of contact, the greater heat transfer ability.......
- Bill Kruger
- ALL-TEST Pro
Five Minute Facts
The Basics of Rigs: the Vital Role They Play in Exploration
Offshore, or marine, rigs are based on sea and onshore rigs are based on land. We select the type of rig based on the geological location and how deep we need to drill. The major concept of rigs is...
- Nishanthan Senkuttuvan
- Osborne Engineering Limited
Two Minute Tips
Puzzling Pump Problem Decoded with Motion Amplification
Routine measurements of a pump showed vibration levels of 5 mm/sec at 2X, which is high. We checked for misalignment and soft foot, but…
- Dean Whittle
- Reliability Maintenance Solutions Ltd
Two Minute Tips
Where Should You Take an Oil Sample From?
A few weeks ago, I got a question about the best place to take an oil sample for oil analysis. Instead of generic answers like “after the pump before the filter” or “never on the drain,” I like to take a more practical approach...
- Rob Kalwarowsky
- Rob's Reliability
Two Minute Tips
Electric Motor Reliability Trifecta: Quality Control (Part 2)
“Ready” spare motors are critical to ensure minimum loss of production in the event of an unplanned failure. Warehouse spares must be maintained and tested to ensure they...
- Noah Bethel
- PdMA Corporation
