January 05, 2005
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Tip
Failure #6:
Inadequate assessment of vendors
Once the selection process has begun, evaluate the vendors—their software and services—and consultants. In a market as large as the CMMS/ EAM System market, you’ll find vendors of all sizes and qualifications. Your challenge is to find tile vendor with tile software and specific support programs required to complete your project successfully.
You may need maintenance consulting, software consulting, hardware consulting, training or special documentation. Define which services you will need. Then, during the selection process, evaluate each vendor’s capabilities to provide those services. Find out if the vendor has these resources as part of their organization or contracts with consultants for them. If a service you need is a third-party service, logistical problems could occur. Finally, it is always a good business practice to check with a vendor’s previous customers to find out their level of satisfaction.
Tip provided by GenesisSolutions
Tel: (203) 431-0281
http://www.GenesisSolutions.com
January 05, 2005
Vibration Tip
Selecting a vibration sensor
When purchasing a new vibration sensor there are many factors to take into consideration. Make sure the desired machinery measurement parameters fit within the sensor Fmin & Fmax capabilities. If you’re trying to capture 3x gear mesh frequency information, you will need a sensor with a frequency response that is greater than this value. Ensure the sensor is suitable for the environmental conditions. If it will be used in an electrically noisy area, an electrically isolated sensor may be necessary. Does the sensor meet the temperature requirements? One aspect that is often overlooked is the physical size of the sensor. If there are limited clearances due to piping or protective covers, will the sensor fit? Remember, cost isn’t the only consideration when choosing a sensor.
Tip provided by LUDECA, INC.
Distributor of the new VIBXPERT data collector/vibration analyzer
http://www.ludeca.com/vibxpert.htm
Tel: 305-591-8935
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