Five Minute Facts
Know Your Emissivity
Emissivity is a measure of a material’s ability to emit infrared energy. The emissivity of a surface is the ratio of the energy radiated from it to that from a blackbody at the same temperature and wavelength and under the same viewing conditions...
- Martin Robinson
- IRISS Inc.
Two Minute Tips
Understanding the P-F Curve
The P-F Curve is a critical and often misunderstood representation of asset health. In this quick tip you will learn the warning signs and how to prevent failure...
- John Bernet
- Fluke
Five Minute Facts
Importance of Checking Amp Probes Prior to Data Collection
In this presentation we will discuss the many different options available when checking amp probes, which include current monitoring, balance loading, FFT…
- Don Donofrio
- The Snell Group
Five Minute Facts
Does an IR Camera Work With Your Infrared Windows?
Someone comes into your facility with an infrared (IR) camera to take measurements through an IR window. How do you know their camera will work...
- Martin Robinson
- IRISS Inc.
Interviews
Lubricant Viscosity
In this interview with John Sander, we discuss what viscosity is, why it’s important, and what conditions you should consider…
- John Sander
- Lubrication Engineers
Five Minute Facts
Roughing In
The roughing-in process as it relates to alignment is very important. The most common method is the straight-edge method. Is there a more effective way?
- Stan Riddle
- Acoem USA
Two Minute Tips
How to Measure Your Machine’s RPM
If your machinery is not operating at the correct RPM, it will cause significant loss of time and productivity. This quick tip will show you how to correctly measure your machine's RPM…
- Stan Riddle
- Acoem USA
Two Minute Tips
Don’t Forget to Label Your Infrared Inspections Window
Although you may be the engineer responsible for installing the IR window, you may not be the one using it. Record all required target data inside the panel, as this will make sure that the same data is recorded using…
- Martin Robinson
- IRISS Inc.
Five Minute Facts
Time Synchronous Averaging Explained
Standard averaging is not the best method for synchronous faults in the case of gear conditions. Adjusting the number of averages per sample affects …
- Derek Harrod
- Fluke Reliability
