http://www.che.com Chemical Engineering en-us 2013 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:58:31 EDT This article describes some options for determining the value of upgrading. The narrative and illustrations presented here highlight some methodologies that are available to reliability professionals who are ready to de-emphasize purely intuitive approaches, in favor of simple yet effective numerical pathways.... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/10087.html Tue, 1 Jan 2013 0:00:00 EST The newly launched sensALIGN is an intelligent sensor system for machinery alignment. By incorporating the patented intelligent-sensor technology from a partner into its own platform, this company offers... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/10004.html Sat, 1 Dec 2012 0:00:00 EST This condition-monitoring specialist company has introduced a vibration data collection-and-analysis service for industrial plant operators that aims to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. Where no fixed... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9793.html Mon, 1 Oct 2012 0:00:00 EDT In order to detect unexpected torsional and lateral vibrations in mechanical drive systems, computer simulation is crucial to determine the dynamic behavior of rotating machinery. This company offers a... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9799.html Mon, 1 Oct 2012 0:00:00 EDT With ATEX Zone 0 and Class I, Div. 1 ratings, the CSI 9420 Wireless Vibration Transmitter can now be installed directly in hazardous areas, such as chemical, petrochemical and offshore facilities, as... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9802.html Mon, 1 Oct 2012 0:00:00 EDT Condition monitoring tests and predictive maintenance can help pump operators determine when to overhaul pumps in a way that minimizes costs. It is hoped that the tools presented in this article will help asset managers and engineers apply predictive maintenance approaches and condition monitoring to process pumps, as well as improve management of pump assets to provide capacity for production and improve energy efficiency.... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9682.html Sat, 1 Sep 2012 0:00:00 EDT The new version of this company’s asset management software, AMS Suite: Machinery Health Manager 5.5, augments the analysis of predictive diagnosis from mechanical assets by delivering advanced plot... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9560.html Wed, 1 Aug 2012 0:00:00 EDT Lloyd’s Register (London, U.K.; www.lr.org) says it has designed industry’s first reliability-based mechanical integrity (RBMI) software designed to address the maintenance needs of rotating and instrumentation equipment. The new modules integrate with the components of Capstone RBMI, allowing... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9134.html Fri, 23 Mar 2012 0:00:00 EDT This company now offers an intrinsically safe Bluetooth module for wireless transmission of measured data from its laser shaft-alignment systems. Now it is possible to work wirelessly in explosive... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/9067.html Thu, 1 Mar 2012 0:00:00 EST For decades, plant-wide oil-mist systems have been used to lubricate rolling-element bearings in high-speed applications throughout the petrochemicals, textiles, pharmaceuticals, mining and other chemical process industries (CPI). Applications range from small motors to large rotating cylinders and a variety of fluid movers. Plant-wide oil-mist systems provide a centralized way to supply lubricating oil to all such components, and often eliminate the need for frequent maintenance and corrective action. Follow these tips to select the best system.  ... http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/information_technology/predictive_and_preventive_maintenance/8615.html Tue, 1 Nov 2011 0:00:00 EDT