Machinery Lubrication magazine published by Noria Corporation
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RELIABILITY ASSET MANAGEMENT Advanced Gas Turbine Reliability Issues and Management Syed Ahmed Nadeem, Pakistan International Airlines Gas turbine maintenance costs are a big problem, especially with regard to hot section parts replacement and the performance of high-temperature alloys. The operating practices are typically aligned with turbine design limits. This session will explain the importance of a reliability program for gas turbines, material upgrades for power generation turbines, hot section failure analysis and the concept of reliability-centered maintenance as applied to gas turbines. Attendees will learn modifications and upgrades, best operating practices, assessments for life-extension evaluation and recommendations for gas turbine reliability issues. Effective Enterprise Asset Management Master Planning Mike Greenholtz, GenesisSolutions Enterprise asset management (EAM) in capital-intensive industries provides a major opportunity for improving equipment availability, operating performance and financial results. Effective EAM addresses the elements of the equipment lifecycle from conceptual design, manufacture, construction, commissioning, operations and maintenance through decommissioning and retirement. EAM includes computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and associated databases needed to support total lifecycle management of assets, as well as the associated business processes and key metrics required to govern the entire program. This session will cite real-world examples of the benefits that can be achieved through the deployment of an effective EAM program, including bottom-line improvements, a blueprint for continuous improvement principles on reliability efforts, examples of how this method can work and how to gain executive endorsement. How to Extend Asset Lifecycles Lonnie Morris, Rockwell Automation Many organizations around the globe rely on legacy automation equipment to meet today's production demands. Unfortunately, using older, discontinued products can lead to unnecessary obsolescence risk. Having a lifecycle management plan in place can help minimize the financial consequences that may occur due to extended unplanned downtime when spare parts or speedy repair are unavailable. Learn how to identify and understand obsolescence risks, options for migrating to newer technology, and ways to develop a service bridge in order to manage and extend the lifecycle of automation investments. Managing Risk from Transformer Failures Alan Ross, SD Myers The reliability of a system is only as good as its weakest link. In recent years, the transformer, considered the heart of the electrical system, has 11 increasingly become that weak link. Many production systems rely on transformers that have far exceeded their planned useful life. So what is a reliability expert supposed to do when an essential part of his system is for all intents and purposes beyond practical life expectancy? This presentation will examine the common mistakes organizations make when it comes to transformer management, including case studies and expert insight. Optimizing Your Most Critical Asset Nick Goebel, Rockwell Automation As automation technology constantly evolves to meet productivity demands, so must the workforce-readiness programs designed to train employees how to operate innovative technology. Without a highly trained and knowledgeable workforce, manufacturers can't expect to truly optimize the production environment, maximize profitability and retain the highest quality employees. In this session, the importance of investing in "people assets" will be discussed as well as strategies and real-world best practices for improving employee performance, productivity and engagement. Attendees will learn about the benefits of workforce assessments, why they should make training a component of their business strategy, how to implement the right training and tips for driving continuous improvement. RELIABILITY CONDITION MONITORING FRACAS – Anatomy of a Failure James Taylor, Machinery Management Solutions One of the most difficult steps in failure analysis in a facility or industrial setting is capturing good data about the failure. This presentation explains how to capture and store that data either automatically or with minimal effort. The data can then be used to support failure analysis and corrective action. This session will also look at the scene of the failure and discuss ways to collect the right physical and subjective evidence.