Plant Engineering’s top 5 most read articles from August 7-13, covered motor testing, preventative maintenance, index testing, augmented reality, and operational improvement. Link to each article below.

1. The benefits of testing a 3-phase electric motor

Testing a three-phase motor with a polarization index test (PI), megger test, or surge test on a regular basis helps extend the life of the motor.

2. Three methods of preventive maintenance that should not be overlooked

Sound level analysis, ultrasonics, and vibration analysis along with other preventive maintenance techniques help prevent unexpected equipment failure and downtime..

3. Polarization index testing benefits

Polarization index (PI) testing is an extension of the insulation resistance test and is designed to check specific issues in a motor such as moisture and insulation deterioration.

4. Augmented Reality for manufacturing and process control applications

Using data analysis to find out what the dominant products within a facility are and the processes used to create them and how they flow within a plant facility is a useful way to make a company Leaner.

5. Rewarding operational improvement: Target changes, not just numbers

Rewarding individual operators, and operations as a group, means recognizing them for their performance and acknowledging their contributions to their organization’s goals.

This list was developed using CFE Media’s web analytics for stories viewed on www.plantengineering.com, August 7-13, for articles published within the last two months.

Sierra Grayson, Production Coordinator, CFE Media, sgrayson@cfemedia.com.

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