More from Michael Smith (9 articles)

5 Causes of Equipment Failure and How To Prevent Them

5 Causes of Equipment Failure and How To Prevent Them

Discover the 5 main causes of equipment failure and learn some practical strategies that can prevent downtime and boost operational efficiency.

Updated in apr 24, 2025

Condition Monitoring: What It Is, Benefits, and How to Apply

Condition Monitoring: What It Is, Benefits, and How to Apply

Learn how condition monitoring works, explore key techniques, and see how it helps prevent failures, reduce costs, and boost industrial reliability.

Updated in apr 16, 2025

Autonomous Maintenance: What Is, Benefits, Steps To Implement

Autonomous Maintenance: What Is, Benefits, Steps To Implement

Explore how autonomous maintenance boosts asset reliability, empowers operators, and enhances plant performance through structured, scalable practices.

Updated in apr 16, 2025

The CMMS Blueprint for Agile Manufacturing

The CMMS Blueprint for Agile Manufacturing

Discover how a CMMS supports agile manufacturing by enabling real-time decisions, cross-team alignment, and faster response on the plant floor.

Updated in apr 11, 2025

Work Order vs Purchase Order: Key Differences Explained

Work Order vs Purchase Order: Key Differences Explained

Learn how to create, manage, and optimize work and purchase orders, and see how a CMMS streamlines the entire process for maintenance teams.

Updated in apr 04, 2025

Overcoming US Labor Shortage: 4 Reasons Artificial Intelligence is Your Ally

Overcoming US Labor Shortage: 4 Reasons Artificial Intelligence is Your Ally

Are you grappling with the relentless and uncertain industrial labor scenario in the US? You’re not alone. This persistent issue has left many in the industry searching for effective solutions for the industrial labor shortage. But what if the answer lies not just in traditional methods, but in embracing the future through technology? Enter AI-driven technology. No, it’s not just a band-aid solution, but a strategic approach to redefine workforce management in the manufacturing and industrial

Updated in apr 25, 2025

Sensitive Inspection Routes: Optimizing Industrial Maintenance

Sensitive Inspection Routes: Optimizing Industrial Maintenance

One of the most widely used maintenance techniques, sensitive inspection routes consist of using the human senses to assess equipment and component condition. Sensitive inspection relies fully on the inspector’s expertise, and through it, it’s possible to identify a series of faults and serious problems in machines and processes. By hearing, it’s possible to identify irregular noises such as knocking, rattling, and dragging sounds, indicating overloads, loose parts, and excessive vibration, am

Updated in apr 25, 2025

Work Order Maintenance - The Complete Guide 2025

Work Order Maintenance - The Complete Guide 2025

With this guide, discover how work order maintenance streamlines tasks, reduces downtime, and improves efficiency with CMMS software and digital solutions.

Updated in apr 25, 2025