articleClean sweep for smooth maintenance
Cleaning of railway components plays an important role for fast and smooth processing of repairs, crack testing, maintenance and service
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productSoftware to predict UAS system failures before they happen
OVER IN the US, the Air Force has awarded unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) specialist, Black Swift Technologies, a contract for the development of software capable of predicting UAS system failures before they happen.
articleOvercoming predictive maintenance scepticism
Despite the numerous and easily quantifiable advantages that can be gained, when it comes to implementing predictive maintenance, there are still some who have their doubts. Philipp Wallner looks at what lies behind the scepticism and how to overcome it
newsDigital corrosion and erosion monitoring solutions
EMERSON HAS introduced a complete corrosion and erosion monitoring portfolio with digital capabilities and full integration with the Plantweb digital ecosystem through the new Rosemount 4390 series of corrosion and erosion wireless transmitters and Plantweb Insight Non-Intrusive Corrosion application.
productIndustry urged to resume preventative maintenance
WITH THE early impact of the coronavirus pandemic restricting most of industry’s maintenance activities in 2020, leading engineering company, Alfa Laval is warning of a potential breakdown backlog if routine repairs and servicing are not prioritised.
articleWind sector servicing
With the onshore and offshore wind sector providing an increasing amount of the UK’s energy requirements and contributing to a steadily rising renewable energy percentage, Gary Husband looks at the growing servicing needs, both on- and off-shore
newsSmart device modules for AF contactors
ABB IS closing the gap between factory floor electric motors and smart factories. Enabling real-time optimisation and predictive maintenance, the company’s new Novolink smart device modules for AF contactors are fully compatible with B&R PLCs and Automation Studio, the integrated software environment used by many advanced machine builders.
newsTweaking a tool: Tips for quick fixes
Updating or repairing an injection mould tool can be complex. Yet, it is something that tool manager, Kamil Stec, does daily to help extend the lifespan and maintain the quality of precision mould tools. Here he runs through a couple of the basic rules that make these modifications more straightforward
productCarbon neutral lubricants
SHELL HAS announced it will offer customers carbon neutral lubricants across a range of products for passenger cars, heavy duty diesel engine and industrial applications. This initiative meets a growing desire from consumer and commercial vehicle drivers to lower their carbon footprint.
productIntroduction to condition monitoring & diagnostic technologies
A NEW book from the British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT), titled: ‘An Introduction to Condition Monitoring and Diagnostic Technologies’, edited by Professor A Hope and Mr D Whittle, introduces the reader to the wide range of technologies that can be used for the condition monitoring (CM) and diagnostics of structures, plant and machinery through surveillance, monitoring and analysis.
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