Articles by Carlos E. Torres
Defining Equipment in Predictive Maintenance: A Practical Guide with ISO 14224 and Power-MI
In industrial maintenance, one of the most critical yet overlooked questions is defining an industrial asset . This definition directly impacts how organizations plan maintenance, monitor equipment, manage reliability programs, and even how PdM software licenses are calculated. T
» Read moreVisual Inspections as the Cornerstone of Condition-Based Maintenance: A Comprehensive Framework for Integration into Condition Monitoring Programs
When I talk to maintenance managers, many are surprised when I tell them that visual inspections are the first condition monitoring tool that should be used in any company before investments in more sophisticated instruments and online systems. Rare is the company that has a visu
» Read moreStrengthening Risk Management with Condition-Based Maintenance: How Power-MI Users Secure Better Insurance Contracts
For years, I’ve observed how some of our clients at Power-MI have leveraged Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) to achieve outstanding operational benefits. One of the most surprising yet powerful outcomes is how these clients use Power-MI to demonstrate controlled risk and consist
» Read moreThe Economic Benefits of Condition-Based Maintenance
Over the years as a provider of condition-based maintenance technology, I've noticed a rather curious trend. Most hardware sales are in the final months of the year, precisely when maintenance departments are closing their budgets. It's common practice for maintenance managers wi
» Read moreChallenges in Implementing Condition-Based Maintenance
A while ago, a former university classmate of mine, now a maintenance manager at a large manufacturing plant, shared a cautionary tale that perfectly encapsulates the challenges many organizations face when implementing Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM). His company had hired a c
» Read moreThe P-F Curve: A Cornerstone in Condition-Based Maintenance
In today's industrial landscape, efficiency and reliability are critical. Unplanned downtimes and equipment failures lead to financial losses, production disruptions, and safety issues. Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) has become a key strategy to ensure asset reliability and lo
» Read moreThe History and Evolution of Condition-Based Maintenance
In the rapidly advancing industrial landscape, maintenance practices have significantly evolved to enhance operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and cost-effectiveness. One of the most pivotal strategies that have emerged is Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM). CBM leverag
» Read moreMaintenance Categories: A Comprehensive Guide Based on ISO 14224
In the industrial sector—particularly within the petroleum, petrochemical, and natural gas industries—maintenance is far more than a routine task; it's the backbone of safety, reliability, and operational efficiency. Over the past 20 years in maintenance management, I've witnesse
» Read morePredictive Maintenance Goals and Metrics: Harnessing the Power of PdM Software
In the realm of engineering, particularly for those of us dedicated to the fusion of mechanical prowess and mechatronic sophistication, the implementation of predictive maintenance (PdM) stands out as a game-changer. As a seasoned professional in this field and a lecturer at the
» Read moreVibration Analysis of Steam Turbines
Steam turbines are considered critical auxiliaries for operation in industrial and manufacturing plants. They are primarily used as prime movers for mechanical devices such as pumps, compressors, fans and generators for specific work in the plant processes. The function of a stea
» Read moreWhat is Power-MI?
Power-MI is a cloud based solution that allows you to design & manage your condition-based maintenance plan integrating all techniques into one platform. Easy reporting, automatic work orders and CMMS integration.
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