Maintenance is the backbone of plant reliability and safety. This category offers practical strategies for routine inspections, troubleshooting mechanical failures, and establishing preventive maintenance programs. Topics include vibration monitoring, thermal imaging, alignment checks, lubrication practices, and managing spare parts. Emphasis is placed on reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) and how data can be used to schedule interventions and minimize downtime. For both day-to-day operations and long-term planning, these insights help engineers make informed decisions that balance cost, risk, and performance.
Welding Repair Methods: A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Right Technique
Learn the basics of welding repair in industrial maintenance. This simple guide explains common welding methods and how to choose the best one for each situation.
Understanding TBM: How to Set the Right Overhaul Cycle for Your Equipment
Learn how to effectively use Time-Based Maintenance (TBM) to set realistic overhaul cycles based on real equipment conditions, not just fixed schedules.
Metal Repairs Are Not Permanent: Know the Limits of Quick Fixes
Quick metal repairs are not long-term solutions. Learn when they're acceptable and why permanent fixes are crucial for safe plant operation.
How to Choose the Right Pipe Thread Sealant: Practical Tips for Engineers
Learn practical tips for choosing the right pipe thread sealant for industrial applications. Avoid leaks and failures with proper sealant selection and application.
How to Balance Maintenance and Space Saving in Equipment Design: Tips from the Field
Learn how to design compact industrial equipment without sacrificing maintenance accessibility. Practical tips from real-world engineering experience.
Using Sound Velocity for Equipment Diagnosis: A Simple Guide for Engineers
Learn how measuring sound velocity can help diagnose equipment health. A non-destructive method to detect internal corrosion, thinning, or cracks in industrial machinery.
Why Piping Stress Analysis Is Rarely Used in Everyday Design
Piping stress analysis is rarely needed in everyday plant design. Learn when it’s necessary, why it’s often skipped, and how engineers make safe decisions without it.
How and Why to Replace Parts That Experience Stress in Equipment
Learn why timely replacement of stress-prone parts in industrial equipment is essential for safety and performance. Discover signs to watch for and best maintenance practices.
Should You Install a Sensor on Your Pump? Key Points to Consider
Should you install a sensor on your pump? Learn when sensors are useful, types of sensors, and key considerations for optimal pump monitoring.