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Smart sensors: The benefits of digital condition monitoring

David Stevens, Technical Authority and Skills Competence Manager for AVT Reliability, outlines the advantages of adopting a digital condition monitoring programme, and the important role that ‘smart sensors’ play in improving reliability, while delivering cost efficiency.

06/10/2021 16:19:09

Digital condition monitoring (CM) can bring considerable benefits in terms of improved asset performance and lifespan, reduced downtime, increased safety on the plant floor, and more productive use of personnel – all of which can have a significant impact on maintaining a strong bottom line.

However, collecting data digitally is one thing; extracting maximum value from that data is another challenge altogether. Therefore, any manager looking to take the crucial step towards digitalisation should consider very carefully the capabilities of the technological tools currently on the market, to ensure they get the best return on investment.

The selection of sensors is a good place to start.

Read the full article in DPA's October issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.