RELIABILITY STRATEGY

Topics: - PM optimization - CBM vs TBM - Condition monitoring basics - Failure mode identification - Asset criticality - Maintenance planning - Leading RCA - Early warning signals - Data trends & interpretation - Reliability KPIs - Risk-based maintenance - Reducing rework

Precision Maintenance

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Shaft Misalignment and Thermal Growth: Why Bearings Fail After Alignment

Nov 17, 2025

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29 min read

Shaft Misalignment and Thermal Growth: Why Bearings Fail After Alignment

A field-tested framework for understanding thermal growth, pipe strain, and dynamic alignment on rotating equipment

Precision Maintenance

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How to Check and Fix Soft Foot on Rotating Equipment

Sep 17, 2025

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4 min read

How to Check and Fix Soft Foot on Rotating Equipment

Before you touch a dial indicator or fire up a laser, you need to check for soft foot.