Optimizing condition-based maintenance decisions for equipment subject to vibration monitoring

• Published in: Journal of quality in maintenance engineering Vol. 5; no. 3; pp. 192 - 202
• Main Authors: Jardine, A.K.S, Joseph, T, Banjevic, D
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: MCB UP Ltd 01.09.1999
• Subjects: Condition monitoring; Models; Maintenance; Decision-support systems; Cost reduction
• ISSN: 1355-2511
• DOI: 10.1108/13552519910282647

The paper reports the development of an optimal maintenance program based on vibration monitoring of critical bearings on machinery in the food processing industry. Statistical analysis of vibration data is undertaken using the software package EXAKT to establish the key vibration signals that are n...