Chain drive and gear wear: Root causes and measurement techniques
Forensic analysis of a failed chain drive. Discover the root causes of chain elongation, measurement techniques according to ISO standards and practical inspection steps for…
Root cause analysis
Expert articles on root cause analysis: failure investigation and prevention strategies for industrial equipment.
Root Cause Analysis of Hydraulic Cylinder Seal Failure: Contamination, Incorrect Alignment and Pressure Peaks
A Schneider Electric XB4BW31B5 hydraulic cylinder has suffered a failure caused by contamination, misalignment or pressure spikes. The analysis has identified root causes and provided…
Electric Motor Winding Failure: Insulation Breakdown, Overload and Voltage Imbalance
A 7.5 kW motor with serial number MHD093C058PGOAN showed an insulation breakdown due to overheating and overload. The analysis showed that a lack of monitoring…
Root Cause Analysis of Encoder Signal Loss: Cable Protection, EMI and Connector Damage
Loss of encoder signal may cause production stoppage. In the analysis, the main causes were identified: cable shielding damage, EMP influence, and connector damage. Use…
Thermal Analysis of Overheated Transmission Belts: Five Causes and Diagnostic Method
Thermal analysis of an overheated V-belt drive on a Siemens motor. This article deals with root cause analysis, measurement methods, temperature limits and a practical…
Root Cause Analysis: Locking of Pneumatic Valves due to Contamination and Lubrication Failure
Detailed forensic analysis of stuck failures in Festo pneumatic valves, addressing moisture contamination, lubrication degradation and countermeasures based on ABNT and ISO standards.
Root Cause Analysis of Leaks in Reducers: Seal Selection, Ventilation and Assembly Errors
Advanced technical guide for reliability engineers on root cause analysis of leaks in industrial gearboxes, covering failures in seals, ventilation and assembly.
Forensic Failure Analysis of Industrial Gearboxes: Causes and Remedial Measures for Gearbox Oil Leaks
Systematic Cause Analysis of Gear Oil Leaks in Industrial Gears Considering Housing Pressure, Shaft Quality and Sealing Technology.
Chain transmission elongation and chain wheel wear: Forensic analysis and measurement techniques
Forensic analysis of chain elongation and chain wheel wear in industrial drives. This article deals with measurement techniques, root causes such as lubrication failures, and…
Failure Analysis: Wear Patterns in Linear Guides FIBRO 202.19.050.224.10
Forensic failure analysis of linear guides FIBRO 202.19.050.224.10, investigating wear due to contamination, pre-load errors and lubrication failures.
Root Cause Analysis: Signal Loss in Encoders due to Electromagnetic Interference and Connector Degradation
Forensic analysis of signal loss in industrial encoders connected to Schneider Electric PLCs. Causes due to EMI, incorrect shielding and degradation of M12 connectors are…
Root Cause Analysis: Failure Modes of Couplings and Pneumatic System Verification
Forensic analysis of a coupling and pneumatic cylinder failure Festo DNC-50-25-PPV. Systematic investigation, root causes, corrective actions and diagnostic guide for technicians.