Nicole Blanchard

In the world of predictive maintenance and condition monitoring, we often focus on vibration, oil-analysis, alignment and similar tools. But one domain that remains under-leveraged–yet critical–is thermal imaging, especially when working around high-risk machinery, electrical panels, or industrial assets in harsh, dangerous environments. As an organization who prides itself on offering a full suite of … Lire la suite

The Effects of Condition Monitoring on Planning & Forecasting During Supply Chain Uncertainty It is no secret that as business leaders and decision makers, supply chain uncertainty has created increasing and unprecedented challenges for us all in the last fiver years in particular. In an era recovering from a global pandemic, and of growing political … Lire la suite

In the world of vibration analysis and predictive maintenance, nothing beats hands-on learning, especially when the stakes are high. Whether it’s safety, sales, or support on the line, being equipped with the best tools for the job is the key to winning the day. For CMA and Scott Jones, the integration of the Erbessd Instruments® … Lire la suite

Predictive maintenance has moved from buzzword to boardroom strategy. Across industries, companies are waking up to the obvious: waiting for equipment to fail is too expensive. Vibration analysis, once niche, is now mainstream. Instead of reacting to failures, companies are using vibration data to anticipate them. Online vibration monitoring systems are quickly replacing scheduled, route-based … Lire la suite

Introduction: As a predictive maintenance and Industry 4.0 specialist, I have seen how wireless condition monitoring systems can transform the way industries manage their critical assets. The PHANTOM® system by ERBESSD INSTRUMENTS® is one of the most reliable and flexible solutions available today. However, its performance and long-term reliability depend heavily on proper mapping, deployment, … Lire la suite

Women at Work: Grit, Growth & Innovation in Condition Monitoring Across plant floors, control rooms, and boardrooms around the world, the condition monitoring industry is changing–and women are helping lead the charge. The condition monitoring industry is seeing a steady shift as more women step into technical, leadership, and customer-facing roles–brining with them a fresh … Lire la suite

Wired vs. Wireless: Choosing the Right Sensors for Your Condition Monitoring Strategy As the condition monitoring landscape continues to evolve, the conversation around sensor selection is more important than ever. Whether you’re optimizing a wireless rollout or reinforcing your critical assets with rugged, high-fidelity tools, understanding the differences between IEPE and MEMS sensors can make or break your … Lire la suite

Tech Tip: Visualize Vibration with 3D ODS Simulation Want to truly see how your machine vibrates in action? The 3D Operating Deflection Shape (ODS) simulation in DigivibeMX® brings vibration dynamics to life. Here’s how to unlock it: Assign a 3D model to a desired machine in the DigivibeMX® database Stock 3D Model can be selected … Lire la suite