In theory, Predictive maintenance is the best option for every industrial facility. Monitoring in-service equipment allows you to forecast when repairs will be needed rather than waiting for a failure to occur before intervening (run-to-failure approach) or performing...
Understanding Diesel Fuel Stability and Testing In 2007, the EPA set a strict limit of 15 ppm on sulfur content in diesel fuel. While this regulation has significantly reduced emissions, it has also increased the risk of fuel instability and microbial growth over...
If you’re like most other business owners, the electric motors that power your production, packaging, and shipping operations are the lifeblood of your business. Consequently, when they’re not working at peak performance, your bottom line takes a hit from the...
The days of tearing a machine apart to remedy an unknown problem are all but gone thanks to the use and accuracy of noninvasive testing and maintenance techniques. Luckily for the human body, noninvasive testing also makes diagnosing illnesses less painful and...
Understanding Harmonics and How to Address Them Imagine the modern electrical grid as a lake, with every customer's power source acting as an inlet. A few small sources of pollution can be absorbed by the lake's ecosystem. But when pollution from multiple sources...
While HECO’s 2024 RPM Symposium will be held this fall on Oct. 1-2 in Kalamazoo, there’s still a lot to learn from our 2023 event – including Bob Bolhuis’ breakout session, “The Six Elements of a Successful Equipment Management Program.” About Our Speaker & RPM A...
A standby generator is your lifeline during emergencies, providing essential backup power. However, what if it fails to start when needed most? This scenario underscores the importance of proactive troubleshooting and routine maintenance. Here are ways to troubleshoot...
In both medicine and industrial diagnostics, less invasive methods are typically the tests and procedures that are often the most cost-effective and easiest to recover from. Ultrasonic testing – sometimes referred to as sonography – is a noninvasive imaging method...
How can we enhance the dependability of standby generators? Standby generators serve a crucial role in case of power outages or emergencies. Yet, what if your generator fails to start during an outage? Surprisingly, the leading cause of generator failure is often...
It's no secret that any operating overhead crane's reliability, safety, and longevity are contingent upon and directly related to regular inspections and proper maintenance. And while reliability and longevity might sound like abstract terms, both have real-world...