Electricity + Control November 2019

Product News

PLANT MAINTENANCE, TEST + MEASUREMENT

Next generation sensors for predictive maintenance QM30VT Series vibration and temperature sensors from Turck Banner build on the capabilities of the QM42VT Series sensors they replace. They maintain all the same functionality, registers and scaling of the QM42VT Series and offer the further advantages of ultra-compact design (30 mm x 30 mm x 13.25 mm) and rigid metal construction which reduces resonant interference, enabling high accuracy in measurements. The new sensors are available in IP67- and IP69K-rated models and are some of the smallest sensors on the market. RMS velocity and other vibration characteristics. They will detect even slight changes in machine performance, so potential problems can be identified early, before an issue can cause additional damage or machine failure and costly unplanned downtime. The sensors provide for local and remote monitoring. Used in combination with the Wireless Solutions Kit for Temperature and Vibration, they generate view graphs of vibration data, create alerts, and store and analyse data from multiple assets. Alternatively, users can create their own solutions using Banner’s Connected Data Solutions cloud software in combination with the sensors, radios or nodes, and a DXM Series wireless controller. QM30VT Series vibration and

- Establish more strategic scheduling of equipment maintenance - Reduce spare parts inventories by providing predictive insights into future failures - Monitor machines and collect data in diverse industrial applications. The sensors can be used alone for simple monitoring and data collection applications, or as part of a comprehensive predictive maintenance solution. For more information contact: BrandonTopham at Turck Banner. Tel: +27 (0)11 453 2468, email: brandon.topham@turckbanner.co.za

Designed to fit easily in small spaces, the QM30VT Series sensors also have a thin, flexible cable and easy- to-use bracket options which simplify installation, even in hard-to-access positions. The sensors are available with IP67-rated sealed aluminium housing – suitable for use in most industrial applications, or with an IP69K-rated 316L stainless steel housing – for use in wash down environments. Machine vibration is often caused by imbalanced, misaligned, loose, or worn parts. QM30VT Series sensors provide greater levels of accuracy in measuring

temperature sensors can be used on any machine with rotating motion or vibration to: - Expose machine performance issues caused by misalignment, unbalance, bearing failures, pump cavitation, blade damage, or other such problems - Reduce downtime by providing predictive insights to potential issues before a failure can occur

Vibration and temperature sensors in the new QM30VT Series are among the smallest available.

Drones can transform inspection, safety, compliance on mines Percepto, a global market leader providing autonomous industrial drone solutions, participated at Smart Mining 2.0 in Toronto, Canada, in September, demonstrating how mining operations around the world are harnessing its Drone in a Box (DIB) solution to improve monitoring, inspection, security, safety and compliance. powered DIBs can collect, capture and analyse more data across more applications much faster, and at greatly reduced cost. Chief Commercial Officer and Co- Founder of Percepto,ArielAvitan, explains: “Conducting site surveys, routine noise and dust pollution assessments, daily inventory and equipment checks, perimeter security patrols and production forecasts can all benefit greatly from the aerial observations and data that our multi-mission DIBs can capture and transform into meaningful insights.”

increasing use of driverless vehicles: “Drones can assess large sections of roadways quickly and immediately notify personnel of any obstacles that may impede or damage vehicles and slow down operations.” Percepto’s autonomous drones are making the benefits of drone technology more accessible for mining companies around the world. Avitan says, “Mining companies recognise the potential of the technology to transform their operations, but to date, the operational expense and availability of skilled pilots have proven prohibitive. With Percepto, once the DIB is deployed, the only cost is the electricity to power the system.”

Accessing essential data at a mining operation often involves personnel climbing on stockpiles with GPS equipment, 3D imaging and laser inspection, or hiring manned aircraft to fly over sites. The mining industry has been quick to recognise that drones offer a viable alternative to these costly and laborious processes. At Smart Mining 2.0, Percepto showed how the next generation of autonomous, artificial intelligence

Autonomous drones also minimise risk associated with confirming the clearance of safety zones ahead of planned explosions and providing real- time situation monitoring in the case of an emergency. Avitan points out, too, how drones are supporting the

For more information visit: www.percepto.co

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NOVEMBER 2019