What is meant by Machine condition history?
The term "machine condition history" refers to the chronological recording and presentation of data that describe the condition of a machine or system over a specific period. This information allows for tracking changes in machine condition, identifying trends, and detecting potential problems at an early stage.
Typical software functions in the area of "machine condition history":
- Data collection: Continuous recording of machine data such as temperature, vibration, pressure, and power consumption.
- Visualization: Graphical representation of machine condition over time, often in the form of diagrams or trend lines.
- Real-time monitoring: Display of current machine condition and immediate notification of deviations.
- Predictive maintenance: Analysis of condition data to predict maintenance needs and avoid unplanned downtime.
- Alarm management: Automatic generation of warning messages when defined thresholds are exceeded.
- Reporting: Creation of reports on machine condition history for various time periods.
Examples of "machine condition history":
- Temperature profile of a motor over several weeks of operation
- Vibration patterns of a manufacturing plant compared to normal condition
- Energy consumption curve of a production line over a month
- Trend analysis of oil quality in a hydraulic press
- Utilization rate of a CNC machine over the course of a week
- Wear development of tools in a milling machine