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News Release from: Rockwell Automation | Subject: Thermography
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 11 August 2005
Thermography shows the real picture
For an effective way to better predict equipment failure, protect production assets and boost equipment reliability, Rockwell Automation has added infrared thermography data collection and analysis
Manufacturers are always on the look out for an effective way to better predict equipment failure, protect production assets and boost equipment reliability To help address this need, Rockwell Automation has added infrared thermography data collection and analysis to its suite of condition-based maintenance services
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 13 Aug 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Complementing their existing vibration and oil analysis capabilities, infrared thermography is a non-invasive condition-monitoring technology that monitors temperatures and thermal patterns while equipment is online and running full load.
It can be used on a wide variety of equipment, including pumps, motors, bearings, pulleys, fans, gears, drives and conveyors to help manufacturers predict equipment failure and plan corrective action before a costly shutdown, equipment damage or personal injury occurs.
"While no single condition-monitoring technology can provide a complete picture of asset health, infrared technology is a valuable tool in an organisation strategy to combat downtime," explains Ralph DeLisio, business manager, Integrated Condition Monitoring with Rockwell Automation.
"When thermography is combined with vibration and oil analysis as part of an overall predictive maintenance strategy, these tools allow manufacturers to efficiently and accurately detect problems before production is impacted, while providing valuable insight into the health of electrical and mechanical assets".
Vibration, oil analysis and thermography are important tools in an integrated approach to strategic maintenance.
Strategic maintenance blends the appropriate predictive, preventive and reactive activities for optimum return on the investment of time and money.
Adding thermography to the Rockwell Automation portfolio of engineering and maintenance services helps provide users with an integrated view of electrical and mechanical asset health.
The new thermography service is available on an annual contract for daily, weekly, monthly or quarterly visits by a Rockwell Automation Service Engineer who are trained in a variety of condition-based analysis regimes.
If you currently have a Predictive Programme that is not achieving the desired effectiveness, Rockwell Automation Service Professionals also can assist in managing the day-to-day activities of your group. Request a free brochure from Rockwell Automation ...
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