Implementation of the ISO 55000 standard in the maintenance of industrial assets
The implementation of ISO 55000 transforms maintenance from a cost unit to a strategic asset. The standard helps to optimize costs, increase reliability and minimize…
Standards & Safety
Industrial standards, compliance and safety regulations for MRO
Conformity in Electrical Safety of Machines: Practical Guide to the ABNT NBR IEC 60204-1 Standard
Compliance with ABNT NBR IEC 60204-1 is critical for the electrical safety of industrial machines in Brazil. This practical guide details design, maintenance and component…
Vibration Compliance and Operational Safety: Application of the ISO 20816 standard to rotating machines
Discover how the ISO 20816 standard is transforming the maintenance of rotating machines. Technical guide on vibration monitoring, critical thresholds and industrial compliance for engineers.
SIL Ratings in MRO: A Guide to Selecting Safety Components for Industrial Equipment
Learn how to choose the right SIL-certified components for equipment safety systems. A Guide to IEC and ISO Compliance for Engineers and Managers.
CE and NR-12 Marking on Replacement Components: When a Retrofit Requires New Certification
Technical guidelines for maintaining the conformity of European machinery in Brazil. Understand the limits between component replacement and substantial modification under NR-12 and the Machinery…
Implementation of the ISO 55000 Standard in the Maintenance of Industrial Plants
Technical guide for the implementation of the ISO 55000 series in the management of industrial physical assets. Defines component certification requirements, compliance audits, and preventive…
Electrical Safety of Machines: EN 60204-1 Requirements for MRO in the Machine Tool Sector
The EN 60204-1:2018 standard defines the electrical safety requirements for machine tools, critical to preventing accidents and machine downtime. This article analyzes the obligations for…
IEC 62443 Cyber Security of Industrial Control Systems: Patching and Maintenance Requirements
The article considers the practical requirements of the IEC 62443 standard for patch management and maintenance of industrial control systems at Ukrainian enterprises. Included is…
New safety directives for mechanical power transmission systems in 2026
Technical analysis of the new Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 and its impact on mechanical power transmission systems. Includes regulatory compliance requirements, a detailed checklist for MRO…
Calculation of Performance Level (PL) in Safety Circuits: Compliance with ISO 13849-1 for the Brazilian Industry
ABNT NBR ISO 13849-1 is crucial for designing and validating safety systems in industrial machines, ensuring compliance with NR-12 in Brazil. The Performance Level (PL)…