Articles on the application of decisions

Ultrasound… Your first line of defense for Condition Monitoring

Ultrasound is considered the first line of defense for finding defects that can lead to asset failure.

The first signs of change in the operating condition of an asset are usually indicated in the ultrasound frequencies.

Only after the asset has progressed to a more severe stage of deterioration do other asset condition monitoring technologies begin to play a role.

For planners and schedulers, having the largest window of opportunity possible to order parts, plan downtime, and allocate labour represents a tremendous advantage.