by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Oct 13, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
RDI Technologies, Knoxville, TN, has released the Iris CM camera that allows continuous monitoring of an asset with three cameras, over extended periods of time. Powered by RDI’s patented Motion Amplification technology, the product lets users...
by Drew Troyer, CRE, CMRP, T.A. Cook/Accenture, Editor | Oct 12, 2019 | Plant Reliability in Dollars and $ense, RAM's Human Factor
About 10 years ago, as Technical Editor for ReliablePlant and Machinery Lubrication magazines, I conducted a reader survey around the question “What goes wrong in your plant?” That question and insight gained from the responses continue to be relevant...
by Bob Williamson, CMRP, CPMM, MIAM, Editor | Oct 11, 2019 | Maintenance Management, Plant Operations
When critical equipment fails the traditional cry is “Fix It Now!” In most cases, that’s exactly what happens. The equipment gets “fixed” and is up and running. That is, until it fails again. The problem continues and the fixes continue. The reliability...
by Ken Bannister, MEch (UK), CMRP, MLE, Editor | Oct 11, 2019 | Lubrication Corner, RAM Tools & Methods
When it comes to harsh working environments, the resource sector reflects some of the most brutal. In light of such conditions and the typically remote locations of these operations, equipment reliability is paramount. Although this article focuses on the resource...
by TheRAMReview | Oct 11, 2019 | Solution Showcase
Vertiv, Columbus, OH, has introduced the eSure C48/58-1000 Power Extend converter to the North American market. According to the company, the compact device economically boosts voltage up to -58 VDC to support increasing 5G-technology-related power needs of remote...
by Drew Troyer, CRE, CMRP, T.A. Cook/Accenture, Editor | Oct 7, 2019 | Newsletter Column
Welcome to The RAM Review. We’re glad you’re here. We’re also proud to be rolling out this new website and the first installment in our series of Monday-morning newsletters, “Dispatches From The Plant,” during the 27th Annual SMRP Conference, Oct. 7 – Oct. 11, 2019,...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Oct 7, 2019 | Solution of the Week
Recently released AXR 5000 and 5800 Large AC NEMA motors from ABB, Cary, NC, are said to deliver an average of 15% more power than conventional designs. The new line also meets API 541 and 547 standards for motors operating in the oil and gas industry. According to...
by Ken Bannister, MEch (UK), CMRP, MLE, Editor | Oct 6, 2019 | Planning & Scheduling, RAM Tools & Methods
Achieving recognition as a valued partner within a corporation is a “best practice” hallmark coveted by all aspiring maintenance organizations. Achieving this type of recognition is built on the cornerstone foundation that an effective Maintenance Planning and...
by Heinz Bloch, P.E., Editor | Oct 6, 2019 | Maintenance Management, RAM Tools & Methods, The Bloch Files
Few pieces of petrochemical process machinery lend themselves more readily to early symptom-cause identification than reciprocating compressors. This fact becomes quite clear when considering how the neglect of subtle performance changes can result in costly wrecks....
by TheRAMReview | Oct 5, 2019 | Solution Showcase
Emerson, St. Louis, has partnered with Cisco, San Jose, CA, on a next-generation industrial wireless networking solution that fundamentally transforms data management to improve plant productivity, reliability, and safety. The new Emerson Wireless 1410S...
