First, it is important to monitor the condition your lubricants. You can test the chemistry to determine if the lubricant can continue to do its job. You can also detect contaminants, both particles such as dirt and fluids such as water, because they can harm the lubricant and harm your machine. But if your oil analysis includes particle counting and can detect metallic elements, do you also need to perform wear particle analysis? The short answer is “yes”.

If you are involved with condition monitoring and reliability improvement, you know there is a lot to learn, and there is so much at stake. As they say, “you are only as good as your last recommendation”. But how do you keep learning? Do you randomly ask google and keep your fingers crossed (that you find what you want and that it is accurate and up-to-date)?  Well, now there is a much better way to stay ahead, and to contribute if you are willing to share.

This month, Belzona has revealed its latest formulation of an industry favourite chemical resistant epoxy coating - Belzona 4311 (Magma CR1). Originally introduced in 1986, this material has long been known for its barrier properties, resisting the attack of the harshest chemical compounds, such as sulphuric and hydrochloric acid, among others.

The new videoscope probes are IP68 rated to stand up to the dirtiest, harshest industrial work environments

While videoscopes are commonly used in many applications, industrial inspections require a powerful, high-resolution videoscope that clearly displays the condition of internal equipment components. High-resolution videoscopes allow industrial maintenance teams to quickly identify equipment issues and schedule preventive maintenance measures to avoid costly unplanned shut-downs. The new 800 x 600 resolution Fluke DS701 Diagnostic Videoscope and 1200 x 720 resolution Fluke DS703 FC High Resolution Videoscope are built for industrial maintenance troubleshooting and quality assurance testing and are designed to stand up to the challenges of a rugged environment. For more information on the Fluke DS701 and DS703 FC High Resolution Diagnostic Videoscopes, visit: www.fluke.co.uk/imaging.

Valuekeep announced the launch of an improved version of the Asset Management module, available now on Valuekeep Mobile with the main goal of improving and centralize all the asset management work.

Thomson Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, has created a video that details how its smart linear actuators have benefited Tribine Harvester, LLC, a recent entrant into the grain harvester market. The six-minute video explores the challenges Tribine Harvester faced and how they managed to set their design apart from conventional harvesters by using unique applications of Thomson Electrak® HD electric linear actuators.

Fluke has introduced upgraded versions of two of its best-selling infrared cameras. The new Fluke Ti400 PRO and Ti300 PRO Infrared Cameras feature a more intuitive touch screen interface with a higher contrast display and compatibility with optional smart telephoto, wide-angle and macro lenses which can be interchanged without calibration. The cameras provide fast, one-handed operation to perform multiple inspections quickly and accurately - ideal for predictive/preventive maintenance, for industrial, commercial and HVAC electricians, facilities managers and energy auditors. More information about the new thermal cameras and the rest of the Professional Series of IR cameras can be found at www.fluke.co.uk/ti

Circuit breakers are easily switched on and off which can cause problems for professionals carrying out an intervention. Shocks and extreme injury can be the results of prematurely reactivating a circuit. To avoid these accidents, and to enable safer machine interventions, Brady Corporation offers 2 circuit breaker lockout solutions that are easy to apply.

Until 30th June 2018, Fluke is offering a free Fluke true-RMS AC/DC clamp meter when purchasing a Fluke TiS75 thermal imager. Both use the Fluke Connect® system, enabling users to wirelessly transmit measurement data from their test tools to their smartphone or tablet for secure storage on the Fluke Connect Cloud and allow team access from the field. The top model of the Fluke Performance Series Infrared Cameras, the TiS75 offers improved resolution to help industrial, maintenance, and HVAC professionals analyse equipment health more quickly and accurately. The FLK-TiS75 9HZ/376FC bundle includes a free Fluke 376 FC AC/DC Clamp Meter with an iFlex™ Flexible Current Probe offering measurements up to 1000V and 1000A, AC or DC, along with the TiS75. More information can be found at www.fluke.co.uk/Free376  

PRUFTECHNIK expands its intelligent Online Condition Monitoring portfolio with VIBGUARD compact. As intelligent online CMS, the new VIBGUARD compact offers premium asset manufacturers of drivetrains and machines as well as their operators the same performance as its big brother VIBGUARD.

While VIBGUARD features 20 measuring channels, VIBGUARD compact offers 6 measuring channels for continuous monitoring of fast and highly dynamic processes. The system can be easily integrated into the process control environment of the customer using the bidirectional Modbus interface. With focus on rotating equipment, VIBGUARD compact delivers continuous and detailed condition overviews of all relevant machine components in nearly real time.