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What is Predictive Maintenance?

Unlike traditional preventive maintenance, which relies on scheduled and routine tasks regardless of the equipment's real-time condition, predictive maintenance leverages data, sensors, and analytics to make maintenance decisions based on the current health and performance of the equipment.…

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Ultrasound & Eddy Current Monitoring for Sleeve Bearing Health

Combining ultrasound analysis with eddy current monitoring for sleeve bearings offers a comprehensive approach to monitor displacement and assess lubrication levels.…

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Dual Vibration & Temperature Analysis in Condition Monitoring Sensors

There are several reasons why monitoring both temperature and vibration is essential for your machine condition monitoring program - it provides a more comprehensive view of machinery health and performance and allows for early detection of potential issues.…

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Eddy Current Application Within Condition Monitoring

An eddy current is essentially a circulating flow of electric current induced within a conductor when exposed to a changing magnetic field, and eddy current technology is used in a wide variety of applications including proximity probe sensors.…

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The Power of Vibration Analysis in Oil and Gas Turbomachinery

In the dynamic landscape of oil and gas production, where precision and reliability are paramount, the role of turbomachinery cannot be overstated. These mechanical workhorses, comprising pumps, …

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What is Turbomachinery and Why Does it Need Condition Monitoring?

Learn about the most popular types of turbomachinery and why condition monitoring is essential for this type of industrial equipment.…

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Analog IC Temperature Sensor vs RTD Sensor

Learn how to determine which type of CTC temperature sensor is best for your specific industrial application.…

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Understanding Common HazLoc Terminology

Learn about the common terms used in hazardous areas and the situations in which they are used.…

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Protecting Single Sensor Data Acquisition Points in the Field

Many industrial processes require large facilities where a single pump, motor or gearbox may be located far from other locations requiring sensors, thus making it difficult, or cost prohibitive, to…

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Accelerometer Protector Options For Industrial Applications

In the industrial world many situations arise where extra protection for instrumentation is required. For situations like this CTC has developed 2 styles of sensor protection.  CTC’s MH152-1A top exit…

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