THE CHALLENGE

Prevention of catastrophic machinery failures

Oil in heavy machinery not only lubricates, but also acts as an indicator of the internal condition of the machine. Wear particles, contaminants and changes in oil viscosity can signal serious problems. Periodic oil analysis is essential to detect these signs early and prevent catastrophic failures.

Sampling and Analysis Strategy

Oil samples are taken from operating machines and analyzed in specialized laboratories. This analysis looks for contaminants, metallic particles and chemical alterations that may indicate wear or mechanical failure.

Advantages of Predictive Maintenance

The knowledge gained allows maintenance to be scheduled proactively rather than reactively, thus optimizing service cycles and extending the useful life of the machinery.

WHAT TO SOLVE THIS APPLICATION WITH

Preditec services for this application

  • Advanced analysis

    Machinery diagnostics is a key tool in predictive maintenance, as it allows to detect and prevent failures in critical equipment before they affect the industrial productivity and operability. It is used to analyze the condition of assets, optimizing their performance and extending their useful life. At Preditec, we offer advanced machinery diagnostics services, applying technologies such as vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound and real-time monitoring, which are essential to ensure equipment reliability, avoid catastrophic failures and improve industrial maintenance management.

Preditec products for this application

  • Oil analysis

    Oil analysis allows to evaluate the internal condition of equipment by detecting metallic particles, contaminants and lubricant degradation, being essential in industrial predictive maintenance.

RESULTS

Reduction of unscheduled shutdowns of heavy machinery

Oil analysis provides a solid basis for predictive maintenance decisions, significantly decreasing the risk of unplanned failures. This translates into less downtime and lower repair costs, improving productivity and profitability.