Having formerly worked in sales for pdm, I have extensive experience in selling airborne ultrasound instruments. Upon reflecting on past customers, I have noticed that many purchased the equipment for specific tasks. How are you utilizing airborne ultrasound in conjunction with other technologies like vibration analysis and infrared imaging in your facility? Are there proactive initiatives in place to detect anomalies such as air leaks on control air lines by walking the assembly line with ultrasound? Is there a strategy to diagnose bearings on the assembly line using ultrasound, either independently or in combination with vibration analysis? Have you considered regularly scanning electrical switchgear panels with airborne ultrasound, perhaps bi-annually without infrared and annually with an IR camera? Or is your airborne ultrasound instrument currently only being used as a leak detector? I recently conducted a training session in a plant where a superior instrument was discovered after being previously overlooked and underutilized. I believe that implementing or re-implementing an airborne ultrasound program can significantly reduce downtime. How are you currently utilizing airborne ultrasound technology in your plant operations?
I have extensively researched this cutting-edge technology. However, can operators and technicians easily master it? If seeking to utilize it beyond just leak detection, it must be user-friendly, right? Additionally, do the outcomes rely on the proficiency of the user, similar to non-destructive testing methods?
During my experience visiting various industrial facilities, I have observed that many plants neglect the use of ultrasound, vibration, and other monitoring instruments for several reasons. These reasons often include a lack of adequate staff, insufficient training, a lack of management support, neglected maintenance of instruments or software, and the absence of knowledgeable individuals or responsible personnel due to internal changes within the company. Additionally, I question the terminology of "airborne" ultrasound when contact measurements are commonly utilized for assessing bearings, valves, and steam traps. It is essential for plants to address these issues in order to maintain an effective monitoring program.
Five years ago, I initiated a steam trap survey program that is still successfully operational today. Like all technologies and methods such as PM, PdM, and Infrared, there is a period of adjustment needed for implementation. In my experience, vendors often prioritize sales over practicality. Prior to purchasing the UE2000, I had clearly defined objectives and had already established 80% of the necessary infrastructure. Many advertisements promote a "silver bullet" solution, claiming that a $5000 tool can save millions, but the true challenge lies in proving these claims. It is essential to have a vision when making any investment. Just as we carefully consider purchases for our personal lives, the same level of thought should be applied to professional decisions. I remember learning about structure-borne phenomena in school, but considering that waves can also propagate through air, the term "airborne" seems more fitting (sound travels through air, allowing us to hear).
Please refer to the document titled "Considerations" attached to this message. As a former Electrical Motor Diagnostics (EMD) vendor, I agree with the valid point raised. It is common for facilities to use issues as excuses when there are underlying problems with their maintenance program or overburdened personnel. I have encountered this scenario numerous times in the past. Sincerely, Howard. (Keywords: Electrical Motor Diagnostics, maintenance program, equipment maintenance, facility issues)
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It's great to hear about your experience with airborne ultrasound! In our facility, we've started integrating it with vibration analysis and infrared imaging to create a more comprehensive maintenance strategy. For instance, we walk the assembly line weekly with portable ultrasound units to proactively detect air leaks and monitor bearings, which has really helped in catching issues before they escalate. We found that combining the ultrasound data with vibration readings gives us a clearer picture of equipment health. As for electrical switchgear, we've scheduled bi-annual scans with the ultrasound and plan to incorporate IR inspections annually. It’s amazing how much more value we've been able to extract from our ultrasound program by just being a bit more proactive and strategic with it!
Great points! We’ve had great success integrating airborne ultrasound with vibration analysis and infrared imaging in our facility. We use ultrasound not only for detecting air leaks but also for diagnosing bearing issues, where we’ve seen improved accuracy when combined with vibration data. Our team conducts regular walks along the assembly line, which has helped us catch potential problems before they escalate. We also scan electrical switchgear panels annually with infrared, but I love the idea of incorporating more frequent ultrasound checks. It’s amazing how much potential our instruments have when we use them to their fullest! Thanks for sharing your insights; I’ll definitely consider pushing for a more robust ultrasound program!
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Answer: - Airborne ultrasound technology can complement vibration analysis and infrared imaging by providing additional insights into equipment health and detecting anomalies such as air leaks and bearing issues.
Answer: - Yes, walking the assembly line with ultrasound can be an effective proactive measure to detect air leaks on control air lines before they escalate into larger issues.
Answer: - Utilizing ultrasound independently or in combination with vibration analysis can help diagnose bearing issues on the assembly line accurately and efficiently.
Answer: - Regularly scanning electrical switchgear panels with airborne ultrasound, perhaps bi-annually without infrared and annually with an IR camera, can help prevent electrical failures and ensure equipment reliability.
Answer: - Implementing or re-implementing an airborne ultrasound program can significantly reduce downtime by detecting issues early, identifying potential failures, and allowing for timely maintenance interventions.
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