A BDI stone mill customer had frequent failures on 68 motors critical to their operation. The motors operate in a very harsh environment, with little visibility to their overall health. Recognizing a perfect opportunity for Condition Based Monitoring Read More

While a tagout solution is an approved procedure under OSHA regulations for the utility industry, lockout provides an added layer of safety by providing a keyed mechanical solution that prevents unexpected start-up of machinery or equipment. By combi Read More

Are you familiar with the C+L+E+A+R Method of bearing lubrication from Rexnord? Click on the attachment below for a printable pdf. Read More

Bearing damage and gear failures in the propulsion of an oil platform are extreme costly as oil production may have to be stopped completely for the repair work. For this reason it was of great importance for the customer to increase the operational Read More

Thanks to a service contract with Schaeffler based on offline vibration analysis some chronic damage had been detected in the tandem motor bearings of the customer‘s hot strip mill. Schaeffler had determined that these damages were caused by cu Read More

A regional milk producer had been using Federal clutches on its capping machine for years. They would rebuild the units on a monthly basis to extend their life. The rebuild process was long and tedious, though much cheaper than buying new backup Read More

The cutting saws of two different lines are driven by a gear motor system that at the same time drives a cutting disc. The saw drive supports the dynamic forces of the process. Due to the operating conditions it is exposed to an increased danger of w Read More

When an Aggregate manufacturer went down due to a large split block bearing failure on a Sunday morning, PTI was able to overcome obstacles and had the manufacturer up and running by Monday morning. See the attachment below for details. Read More

PFUW, Clamp-on Flow Sensor The PFUW series is a clamp-on flow sensor designed for liquids. It offers a unique set of advantages due toits clamp mounting system, which eliminates the need for piping modification and direct fluid contact. ThePFUW is mo Read More

SMARTWATCH ANALOGYSmartwatches have transformed personal health management by providing real-time data on heart rate, activity, and other vital signs. This constant monitoring helps users make informed decisions—like adjusting daily activity to Read More