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WORKFORCE MOBILITY ROUNDUP PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT 1 Emerson's CSI 2140 Machinery Health Analyzer According to Emerson Process Management, not all vibration-measurement technologies are the same. The company explains that its small, compact, easily-carried CSI 2140 Machinery Health Analyzer takes vibration measurements to the next level with simultaneous four-channel plus phase data collection and unique peak detection capabilities for the earliest indication of bearing and gearbox degradation. Emerson says it designed the CSI 2140 to meet the toughest user challenge. In addition to delivering faster data collection that translates into less time in the ﬁeld and/or more machines monitored, the multi-tasking unit incorporates ergonomic features that allow comfortable, single-hand operation all day long. Other features and capabilities include a battery life that lasts beyond a full shift (10+hours of continuous use); a bright, full-color touch-screen that auto-adjusts to every lighting environment; embedded analysis-expert capabilities to help even novice users with sophisticated troubleshooting tests; early bearing- and gear-wear detection with PeakVue technology; and sleeve-bearing analysis via dual orbit plots Routine data and corrective maintenance jobs can be uploaded to Emerson's AMS Suite: Machinery Health Manager for additional analysis and reporting. 2 TAB@LIGN Laser Shaft Alignment from Ludeca Ludeca's tab@lign is an entry-level wireless alignment system for tablets and smartphones. Combining PRUFTECHNIK measurement technology with mobile devices, its lets users align horizontal machines in three simple steps: Enter dimensions, rotate shafts and display measurement result. According to the manufacturer, tab@lign's standard features and capabilities include "Active Clock" measurement mode; "Live Move" for real-time corrections; a Bluetooth communication module; pre-assembled brackets for quick mounting; and the ability to measure, correct and save soft-foot ﬁndings. Measurement results can be emailed immediately as a clear single-page graphical report. The tab@lign App runs on Apple and Android mobile devices. It can be downloaded free of charge from the Apple App Store or Google Play. 3 Opto 22's groov Box Opto 22 has introduced a new groov Box (GROOVAR1) that hosts the company's groov mobile operator interfaces for virtually any automation system. The company's groov technology is a zero-programming, Web-based way to build, deploy and view eﬀective, scalable operator interfaces to monitor and control automation systems and associated components, equipment, and processes. These interfaces can be viewed on almost any mobile device or computer, regardless of manufacturer, operating system or screen size, and two-way communication allows remote control for authorized and authenticated users. With the new groov Box, users ﬁrst connect their automation systems to groov, then connect authorized mobile devices to groov via a Web browser or app. This allows each device to interact with the automation system in a secure, predeﬁned manner.According to the company, the groov Box is manufactured in and supported from the USA. Opto 22 product support is free. JULY 2014 1 2 3 4 4 ALL-TEST PRO On-Line II According to the manufacturer, the ALL-TEST PRO Online II (ATPOL II) reﬂects two instruments in one: a complete Power Quality Analyzer (PQ) and complete Motor Analyzer (ESA). The unit's wireless Bluetooth communication capabilities eliminate the need to run cables back to a PC and allow operators to test motors up to 10 meters away from energized equipment. The company says optional ALL-SAFE PRO connection boxes can be installed so the electrical panel doesn't need to be opened for data collection. In addition to improving safety, the optional connection box can help a user test up to 100 motors per day. The ATPOL II is suited for use with equipment like AC induction and DC motors, generators, wound-rotor motors, synchronous motors, machine tool motors and transformers. 5 Benchmate's PDA Module The Benchmate PDA Module captures maintenance activities and equipment condition as the work is performed. The Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) lists jobs downloaded from Benchmate. As planned work begins, a Benchmate-printed equipment label 5 is scanned to display job description and comprehensive details downloaded from Benchmate CMMS. The PDA's integral bar-code scanner identiﬁes parts used on each job Unplanned or emergency maintenance requests are recorded by scanning the equipment bar code, which also captures the start date and time. After entering a brief description of the request or problem, labor, parts used and comments are captured as for planned jobs. When maintenance data from the PDA is downloaded to Benchmate, it's posted to the Service Log, the associated Work Order or Trouble Call is closed and PMs rescheduled. Unplanned or emergency jobs are designated as unplanned. Recent Service Log activity can be displayed with one-click, allowing supervisors to review and sign-oﬀ on each job. The PDA Module utilizes the Janam XM66 Mobile Computer with Benchmate software to capture data and scan bar codes. Benchmate CMMS controls communication with the device to capture maintenance activities from the PDA and load jobs into the PDA. MT MAINTENANCETECHNOLOGY.COM | 31 http://www.MAINTENANCETECHNOLOGY.COM

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