Today the efficiency of production and maintenance processes has become one of the factors directly affecting a business’s competitiveness. For this, condition-based maintenance and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) supporting it go beyond classic maintenance methods and offer sustainable and cost-effective solutions. Within this write-up, we’re going to discover how condition-based monitoring can be applied step-by-step through the bEAM Cloud software.
What Is Condition-Based Maintenance?
Condition-based maintenance is a maintenance strategy that allows the prediction of equipment failures and helps companies perform maintenance only when needed. With this model, the working conditions of the equipment are constantly monitored and the system gives warnings in case of deviation from threshold values.
CBM offers great advantages in terms of decreasing the number of unplanned interruptions, extending the life of equipment parts and lowering maintenance costs. Research shows that CBM applications help companies save 10% to 40% in terms of maintenance costs.
CMMS and Condition Monitoring: Why Are They Stronger Together?
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) are vital when applying CBM strategies. Advanced platforms, such as bEAM Cloud, integrate sensor data and combine the features of both condition monitoring and predictive maintenance software. This combination allows the analysis of not only equipment condition but also parts performance, work order efficiency and response time of maintenance teams. This integration of bEAM Cloud helps businesses both see the maintenance data and act on it.
Standout CMMS Features of bEAM Cloud
The CMMS is not just software that records data. It is also a management tool that allows companies to make meaningful decisions with this data. bEAM Cloud gathers all steps of maintenance processes under one roof to increase traceability and interaction. Other standout features of CMMS include:
- Real-time data integration and constant monitoring with IoT sensors,
- Maintenance planning based not on time but on data,
- Decision support systems with reporting and analysis modules,
- Mobile compatibility and cloud-based structure,
- Advanced authorization system,
- Work requests management,
- Work orders calendar,
- Work safety tracking and compliance management,
- Unplanned/incidental maintenance processes,
- Management of calibration and measurement processes,
- Periodic maintenance module,
- Predictive maintenance ability,
- Workflow support and automation,
- Advanced analysis and reporting competence,
- Integration with ERP, IoT and other systems.
Step-by-Step Application of Condition-Based Monitoring with bEAM Cloud
1. Digitize Inventory of Assets
First, all equipment needing maintenance should be entered into the digital inventory. bEAM Cloud offers barcode/QR code support and detailed asset management modules to facilitate this process.
2. Identify Suitable Sensors and Install Them
Choosing the right sensors for condition monitoring is of critical importance. Examples include:
- Vibration sensors (for rotating machinery)
- Heat and humidity sensors (for engines, HVAC systems)
- Oil analysis sensors (within the hydraulic and diesel systems)
3. Determine the Threshold Values
The system is made to give warnings by comparing data from sensors to predefined threshold values. These values should be set based on past data, manufacturer recommendations and breakdown history. bEAM Cloud can analyze past breakdown records to automatically set recommended thresholds. This can minimize human error and back maintenance decisions with data.
4. Set Up an Automatic Warning System Through bEAM Cloud
With bEAM Cloud ‘s built-in algorithms, technical teams are alerted automatically when there is a deviation from threshold values. This eliminates the need for manual control and significantly speeds up action.
5. Make Maintenance Planning A Dynamic Process
bEAM Cloud updates the maintenance schedule automatically based on monitoring data. Unlike classic maintenance, this efficient system optimizes both time and resources because it only requires you to take action when needed.
6. Measure and Optimize Performance
With bEAM Cloud’s reporting module, the number of breakdowns in the system, response times and costs are analyzed and maintenance strategies can be constantly improved accordingly.
Advantages of CBM and bEAM Cloud
bEAM Cloud can offer sector-based KPI comparisons and help you compare your facility’s performance with other users. Through this you can build a maintenance strategy that is not only reactive but also competitive. These comparisons are especially valuable to companies looking to reach sustainability goals such as ISO 55000 compliance. Other advantages of bEAM Cloud include:
- Lower number of unplanned interruptions,
- Longer equipment life and less spare part usage,
- Reduced maintenance costs,
- Minimized human error and safer operations,
- Stronger legal compliance and traceability (especially in the food and medicine sectors).
The Future of Maintenance Is Shaped by CBM and Smart CMMS
Condition-based maintenance is no longer just accessible to large-scale industry facilities. Small and medium-scale businesses can also access it now. Integrated CMMS condition monitoring solutions, such as bEAM Cloud, facilitate this transformation and offer cost advantage, operational efficiency and competitive edge to businesses.
bEAM Cloud is a strong maintenance management solution developed by Bimser with over 25 years of experience in enterprise software. Many companies around the world are choosing bEAM Cloud to secure both their present and their future. To take your manufacturing operations to the next level, request a demo and discover bEAM Cloud now!
