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Inspections
e LMS emphasizes routine detailed inspections as a cornerstone of condition
monitoring and overall effective maintenance. ese systems facilitate the setup of
regular inspection schedules, during which technicians can assess equipment condi-
tion through a series of specific questions and answering prompts. is helps support
on-the-job training with example images, videos, etc., and also aides in the collection
of data to complement other condition-monitoring technologies.
Lubricant Analysis
Regular lubricant analysis involves assessing factors like viscosity, contaminants,
and the presence of wear particles. By monitoring these parameters, maintenance
teams can identify early signs of lubricant degradation or component wear. e first
step for lubricant analysis, oil sampling, must be done carefully, or it will compromise
the value of the condition-monitoring technique, just like with inspections.
e LMS helps manage these activities by employing step-by-step procedures that
reference best practices. Collecting a representative oil sample also requires a properly
identified sampling point and sampling valves, which is recommended and defined
within an LMS like LubePM. When done correctly, lubricant analysis empowers users
to take preventive maintenance measures, such as scheduled lubricant replacement,
before more severe issues arise.
"Lubrication management systems help take the
guesswork out of best-practice lubrication"
