My friend grew up playing football in junior leagues and later refereeing high‑school games. During one early assignment, a ball carrier fumbled right at his feet. Instinctively, after years of training, he leapt to recover the ball, and play resumed. When a player asked, “Hey, ref, can we have the

Allegheny Power, the electric delivery arm of Allegheny Energy Inc., has spent $156 million over the past two years on infrastructure upgrades and new construction across West Virginia. The utility serves over 500,000 homes and businesses in the Mountain State, and it operates year‑round to guarante

Maintenance manager Robert was surrounded by grease as he hunted spare parts. On his way to the supply room he ran into Ron, the corporate reliability manager. Robert was pressed for time but paused to greet Ron and exchange pleasantries. He told Ron that when he could, he’d like to discuss several

Managing a multi-technology condition monitoring program at a large mining operation was a challenging task, especially when there has been a cultural shift required to integrate the ideas of condition monitoring into an already complex maintenance strategy. One of the major challenges included shi

The Hydraulic Institute (HI), under the approval of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), invites qualified professionals across North America to review the draft of the updated ANSI/HI 1.4 standard: Rotodynamic (Centrifugal) Pumps for Manuals Describing Installation, Operation, and Main

Kimberly-Clark Professional has a solution for manufacturing companies seeking to save money and improve their productivity, worker protection and sustainability. The company has launched an exclusive Manufacturing Site Survey, a free consultation program in which Kimberly-Clark Professional manufac

On February 1, Procter & Gamble Professional released the findings of its “Cleaning in a Down Economy” survey, showing that 85 % of cleaning professionals have adopted a “doing more with less” mindset in response to the current economic climate. The survey, targeted at managers of in‑house and c

GE Intelligent Platforms has announced the launch of the Durus Plus controller, a compact, rugged solution that expands the capabilities of the proven Durus family. With integrated I/O, a full operator interface, and advanced control functions, the Durus Plus delivers a versatile, low‑end controller

On February 2, Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. announced that it has won a 2.5‑year contract to deliver engineering services for LyondellBasell’s advanced polyolefins plants at Botlek and Maasvlakte in the Netherlands. The agreement will support plant changes and a range of small projects aimed at imp

In today’s petrochemical and natural‑gas facilities, extending the mean time between repairs (MTBR) of rotating equipment—especially API centrifugal pumps—is a top priority. Maximizing lubrication effectiveness directly contributes to achieving those MTBR targets. Introduction While this article foc

Partnership agreements are formal contracts between functional areas that directly influence plant reliability. Crafting, nurturing, and committing to these agreements is a cornerstone of any successful reliability‑improvement program. Why Partnership Agreements Matter Research led by Ron Moore of

Many organizations today fall short of realizing the full potential of their computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or enterprise asset management (EAM) platforms. Industry studies reveal that only 5–10 % of available CMMS/EAM features are actively used in many cases, with 20–30 % reflec

When an electric motor sits idle for extended periods, its bearings can suffer two primary failures: false brinelling and static corrosion. False brinelling occurs when external vibrations—such as those from nearby warehouse equipment—cause the rolling elements to strike the raceway at a single spot

On February 5, Emerson Process Management, a global business of Emerson, announced a five‑year Global Framework Agreement (GFA) with Shell, designating Emerson as the Main Automation Contractor (MAC) for all future capital projects worldwide. Under the GFA, Emerson will deliver end‑to‑end project an

Azima DLI, a trusted leader in predictive machine condition monitoring, unveiled three streamlined, pre‑packaged WATCHMAN Reliability Service Plans on February 8. These bundled solutions simplify traditional, piecemeal maintenance approaches, delivering clear uptime, compliance and cost‑avoidance be

ARC Advisory Group is launching a concise survey to capture insights on how manufacturers prioritize and sustain reliability across their physical assets. By gathering data on organizational objectives, strategy, assessment tools, and tangible improvements, ARC aims to illuminate best practices and

In the PdMA tip of January 5, the double‑cage rotor’s design was explained. To safeguard motor reliability, it is essential to focus on the In‑Rush/Start‑Up test as a baseline. Because the majority of high‑frequency start‑up current flows through the smaller outer bars, start‑up stresses are concent

For decades, condition monitoring has been pivotal in optimizing maintenance and production, preventing unplanned downtime and boosting overall productivity. Vibration analysis remains the most widely used metric because it directly reflects the state of rotating machinery and delivers actionable di

SEW‑Eurodrive, a global leader in precision motion technology, highlights that motor gear units—integral to modern factories—stand to gain significantly from predictive maintenance strategies. By continuously monitoring key performance indicators such as vibration, temperature, and wear patterns, o

Landing that dream job is just the first milestone. Sustained success comes from continuous learning, initiative, and a commitment to excellence. In an uncertain economy, these habits can help you keep your position while positioning yourself for advancement. Below are nine expert‑backed strategies