PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION - HOW VIBRATION & OIL ANALYSIS WORKS

Database Development
The first phase of the predictive maintenance program will be the development of a comprehensive database for each machine in the program. Specific design, engineering and installation data will be gathered and incorporated in the software.

Baseline Data Acquisition and Analysis
The second phase of the predictive maintenance program will determine the initial operating condition of all selected equipment. Full vibration signatures will be acquired to determine a benchmark. The analysis will result in a series of reports that will: 1) identify specific problems, 2) provide specific corrective actions, and 3) establish a priority (based on problem severity) for maintenance actions.

Regular Monitoring & Analysis
Regular monitoring and analysis is the third portion of your predictive maintenance program. Therefore, all equipment will be monitored periodically. The maximum interval for any one machine in the program is 180 days - but depending on the type, design and function of the machine, it may be as often as once every other month. Based on failure history for equipment, monitoring intervals greater than 180 days dramatically increase the potential for undetected, catastrophic failure.

Data Management & Reporting
Your vibration data will be managed by a specialized software package. This package uses a relational database which provides the most efficient method for accessing, correlating and managing all of your data. A report will be prepared after each analysis defining specific maintenance tasks that are required to correct problems identified by the program. These reports will be submitted to the appropriate personnel and each report will prioritize a list of specific maintenance or inspection tasks that are required to verify or correct developing problems. In the event that imminent problem is discovered that jeopardizes personnel safety or equipment operation, responsible parties will be notified immediately.

Corrective Action & Follow-up
Corrective action should be scheduled and performed on any equipment found to have exceeded industry established vibration parameters. Following notification of corrective action, vibration readings will be taken to establish new baselines and to verify corrective action.