Expert articles in root cause analysis: investigation of failures and prevention strategies.
Forensic technical analysis on the increase in backlash in ball screws, identifying contamination and lubrication as critical factors in the loss of preload. Includes diagnostic…
Technical analysis of wear of chains and sprockets in machine tools. Diagnostics using Schneider XSAV11801 sensors and preventive maintenance strategies.
In-depth technical analysis of an overheating failure on a servomotor driven by an Allen Bradley SK-H1-ASICBD-D590 card. The investigation demonstrates the critical impact of duty…
Servo motor thermal failures in cyclic automation applications often stem from compounding errors: undersized motors, misclassified duty cycles, and degraded cooling circuits. This root cause…
Root cause analysis of premature failures in VFD-driven motor bearings, focusing on shaft stress, EDM damage, and practical mitigation strategies. Includes field checklist, vibration data…
Systematic analysis of winding failure in an Allen Bradley 700SCF440EJBC motor, investigating insulation degradation caused by voltage unbalance and mechanical overload. Forensic methodology identifies root…
Systematic analysis of premature failures in spherical roller bearings of Italian machine tools. Evidence-based diagnostic methodology to identify root causes and implement effective prevention strategies.…
Gear oil leaks pose a significant risk to operational safety and profitability. This article provides a detailed root cause analysis of leaks, focusing on critical…
Overheating of drive belts, a critical symptom of malfunction, can cause accelerated component degradation and downtime. This article analyzes 5 common causes – misalignment, inadequate…
This article analyzes the root causes of untimely trips of thermal relays that protect the motors of hydraulic units (e.g. VICKERS 3-531-4370A) in machine tools.…
Uncontrolled servo motor overheating leads to costly downtime and premature failure. This article examines common root causes, including improper sizing, duty cycle miscalculation, and cooling…
Overheating of transmission belts is a critical failure mode in industrial drive systems that leads to unexpected downtime and high costs. This article from UNITEC-D…
