The Reason for Condition Monitoring 

In this educational video from the RMS Reliability Training Institute (rms-training.com), filmed at Maintec in 2015, Training Manager Dean Whittle shares, 'The reason for Condition Monitoring' and explains that, "just doing condition monitoring will not improve reliability." See below for a time-stamped summary.
💡 In this video, you'll discover:
📊 [00:45] The objective of condition monitoring is to comprehend the health of assets, enhance availability, and minimise downtime, leading to benefits such as reduced costs and waste, increased capacity, and improved performance.
📈 [02:13] Condition monitoring involves not just gauging the condition of assets, but also focusing on condition improvement. The aim is to enhance the condition of assets, not just measure it and wait for something to degrade.
🚧 [04:27] The importance of understanding the condition of complex machines is highlighted. If the condition is not understood, the machines will eventually fail. Measuring condition allows for tracking the health of these machines.
📉 [08:32] The concept of the P-F interval is introduced, which is the time between when a defect is detected (potential failure) and when the asset fails functionally. The aim of condition monitoring is to detect defects as early as possible to maximise planning time and minimise risks and costs.
🎧 [12:15] Different warning signs that can be detected through condition monitoring, such as vibration, temperature changes, and changes in the oil condition are discussed. Each of these can indicate different stages of failure.
🌡️ [14:50] The importance of using the right technology for the right application, understanding failure modes, and applying the right maintenance method is emphasised.
🛠️ [16:05] The concept of condition improvement is introduced, which involves eliminating root causes of failures, not just monitoring the condition. This includes ensuring proper installation, alignment, balance, and lubrication of machines.
📚 [18:20] The importance of proper maintenance practices is discussed, including focusing on critical assets, understanding the consequences of failure, and choosing the right type of technology for monitoring.
🚀 [20:35] Emphasis is placed on the fact that condition monitoring does not make a machine more reliable on its own. Improving reliability involves addressing root causes of failure and improving the condition of the machine.
🎯 [22:45] In conclusion, breakdowns can be prevented with condition monitoring, but improving reliability requires a proactive approach that addresses the root causes of failures. The aim is to focus on condition improvement to increase reliability.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only and is not intended as professional advice. Always consult with a qualified expert before making any decisions regarding machinery maintenance or asset reliability improvement.