Achieving Condition-Based Maintenance with SSG Insight

• Published date: 1 July 2024
• Author: Michael Edwards

Condition-Based Maintenance (CBM) is something our team get asked about a lot, from where do we start to what monitoring techniques do we use, to how do we analyse the data and can we integrate with our CMMS.

We previously looked at how to get started, and then at potential standards to use for monitoring, and in this latest article we are going to take a deeper dive into how our experienced and expert team can support your journey towards CBM excellence.

Adopting Condition-Based Maintenance can be transformative, reducing unplanned downtime and optimising maintenance costs. SSG Insight offers advanced services and software solutions to help organisations worldwide implement and manage effective CBM programs. Here’s how SSG Insight can support your journey towards CBM excellence.

1. Advanced CMMS Integration
SSG Insight’s CMMS (Agility) integrates seamlessly with various condition monitoring tools. It provides a centralised platform for managing maintenance activities based on real-time asset condition data.

This includes but is not limited to:

• Real-Time Data Integration: Connects with sensors and monitoring systems to gather and analyse condition data
• Automated Alerts: Generates automatic alerts when condition parameters deviate from set thresholds
• Maintenance Scheduling: Automatically schedules maintenance tasks based on asset condition, reducing unnecessary maintenance

2. Comprehensive Condition Monitoring Solutions
SSG Insight partner with various providers of sensors and IoT devices which integrate directly with Agility CMMS, for example:

• Vibration Monitoring: Ideal for monitoring vibration in rotating machinery and enables you to analyse vibration data to detect imbalances, misalignments, and bearing faults
• Temperature Monitoring: Incorporates temperature sensors and thermographic tools to detect overheating in components such as bearings, motors, and electrical systems
• Pressure Monitoring: Pressure sensors and monitoring solutions for systems like hydraulics, compressors, and boilers, detecting anomalies such as leaks and blockages
• Oil Analysis: Monitors oil quality and contamination levels to detect wear and lubrication issues early

3. Data Analytics and Predictive Maintenance
The Agility CMMS / EAM software uses advanced analytics to predict potential failures before they occur. It supports you to analyse historical data to identify patterns and trends that indicate emerging issues. This in turn provides decision support for you and your team in the way of actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis, that allow you to make informed decisions.

4. User-Friendly Interface and Reporting
The user-friendly dashboards have intuitive interfaces that present condition data clearly and concisely. This makes it easier for you and your maintenance teams to monitor asset health and identify issues quickly. You can customise these reports to see the data your organisations needs for things like detailed reports on asset condition, maintenance activities, and performance metrics.

5. Expertise and Support Services
The SSG Insight consultancy teams based globally support customers and their organisations to design and implement effective CBM programmes. With our 40 years in the industry and a well-established team, many of whom have walked in your shoes, our experts are able to assess your current maintenance practices, recommend improvements, and assist in deploying condition monitoring solutions.

We can equip you and your team with the skills you need to effectively utilise Agility CMMS / EAM with integrated condition monitoring tools. Support is ongoing to ensure that you get the most out of the solution throughout your Agility journey, and as technology evolves and your business evolves.

6. Proven Results
Established in 1983 with offices worldwide and a team of experts, we have helped numerous organisations achieve significant improvements in maintenance efficiency and asset reliability. Many of our customers have been with us for decades and we would be happy to share case studies and user stories with you, specific to your industry, to highlight how our solutions have supported not only their Condition-Based Maintenance, but how they have also led to reduced downtime, lower maintenance costs, and extended equipment life, and much more.

In conclusion, SSG Insight provides the tools, expertise, and support necessary to implement and manage a successful Condition-Based Maintenance program. By leveraging our advanced CMMS / EAM, comprehensive monitoring solutions, and data analytics, organisations can transition to a proactive maintenance strategy that enhances asset reliability and operational efficiency. Whether you’re just starting with CBM or looking to optimise your existing program, we offer complete solutions to meet your needs. Please talk to one of our globally based team today about the specific requirements of your organisation or group, and how we can help.