<strong>Maintenance</strong> NewsAssetivity does it again!Assetivity has been listed in the BRW Fast 100 2011 of Australia’sfastest growing companies for the fifth time, as well as being listed inthe SmartCompany Smart50 for the third time and wanted to say abig ‘thank you’ to all of our valued clients for your custom and supportenabling us to qualify for these prestigious listings.Over the past year Assetivity has grown our consulting team by 60%,and we now employ 32 full-time permanent Consultants as well asa talented back-office who are continuously developing systems,training programs and procedures to support the high quality AssetManagement consulting services that we provide. Since our foundationover 11 years ago, we have delivered successful results on over 800individual assignments, for over 175 individual clients.Our recent client engagements have embraced the following:• Development & documentation of Asset Management policies,strategies & frameworks that align with the requirements of PAS 55.• Performing Asset Management and <strong>Maintenance</strong> Managementreviews and audits• Assisting with equipment acquisition and replacement strategiesand evaluation, including the use of Life Cycle Costing• Developing Reliability, Availability, Maintainability & Capacity model• Developing and Delivering customised training in <strong>Maintenance</strong>,Asset Management, and the use of Enterprise Asset Managementsystems• Project Managing and Assisting with Operational and <strong>Maintenance</strong>Readiness activities• Development of equipment and location hierarchies for new andreplacement equipment• Development of Optimal Preventive and Predictive <strong>Maintenance</strong>programs for both new and existing equipment• Technical Authoring of Inspection Sheets and Work Instructions• Developing, documenting and implementing improved <strong>Maintenance</strong>Work Management processes• Developing, documenting and implementing Defect Elimination andReliability Improvement processes and systems• Facilitating Root Cause Analyses• Development of Bills of Materials and Parts Lists• Spare Parts Cataloguing • Spare Parts Criticality Analysis• Spare Parts OptimisationIn summary, we offer a wide range of Asset Management Consultingand Training services, from high level strategic engagements, to shopfloor implementation activities. www.assetivity.com.auRCM Turbo and SOS TransformationsWhile these expert systems continue to be provided in the traditionalmanner (site licences, etc), the software can now be embraced throughSoftware as a Service (SaaS).Recently, we welcomed Australia Post as major users embracing RCMTurbo and SOS for the development and refinement of maintenancestrategies in Australia’s mail processing centres.Traditional implementations are now available in a variety of SQLformats. This centralises the availability of shared facilities within a site orgroup for information such as failure mode libraries and full assessmenttemplates. BHP Billiton Nickel West have recently embraced this formatfor their ongoing reliability improvement initiatives.RCM Turbo and SOS can also run in a Citrix environment. Some of ourusers now access the software world-wide from their own central CitrixServer, thus simplifying the ability of users at different sites to utilise thesoftware and libraries.Strategic now offers RCM Turbo and SOS to organisations anywherein the world from its own centralised SaaS Web Server. Access tothe software is obtained directly through any web browser, makingits use location independent. A feature of the SaaS approach is thatthere is no longer a requirement to install any software on Corporatesystems. Software licences are not “purchased” as they are intraditional implementations, so the involvement of local IT departmentsis minimised.In the SaaS environment, RCM Turbo and SOS can be providedon a ‘rental’ basis by the month or by other agreed periods. Systemfunctionality remains the same as always with full reporting, CMMSoutput and special Excel based add-ins for external manipulation ofdata.In future months, Strategic will release the latest version 15 of RCMTurbo. It will include as standard functionality a number of CMMS related(notably SAP) enhancements that will remove the need for external datamanipulation. Chris.kelly@strategicorp.comCENTERLINE Motor Control Centers Integrate EmbeddedEtherNet/IP CapabilitiesEtherNet/IP capabilities have beenadded to the Rockwell AutomationCENTERLINE motor controlcenters (MCCs). <strong>The</strong> EtherNet/IP-enabled MCCs allow users toaccess more detailed productiondata, ultimately resultingin higher asset availability,improved productivity & reducedmaintenance costs.Leveraging a single, standardnetwork simplifies communication for the entire enterprise and providesusers with the flexibility to control, configure and collect data fromany point in the system. In addition, by taking advantage of PremierIntegration, users can configure and commission their MCC faster withRSLogix 5000 software, reducing the risk of errors associated withredundant programming.<strong>The</strong> Ethernet connection also allows CENTERLINE MCC users to accessinformation remotely. This allows personnel to monitor, troubleshoot anddiagnose the MCC without being exposed to dangerous conditions andpower equipment.Designed to meet global standards, CENTERLINE low-voltageMCCs offer a rugged, high-performance packaging solution to meetmanufacturers’ needs. With embedded IntelliCENTER technology, theCENTERLINE MCCs use a preconfigured and pre-tested network withintegrated hardware and software. This level of integration helps reduceinstallation time with its plug-and-play setup and can help minimisefacility downtime by providing intelligent diagnostic and predictive failureinformation.For more information, visit:http://ab.rockwellautomation.com/Motor-Control/Motor-Control-CentersLegionnaires Protection: Four New StandardsStandards Australia has further refined its suite of standards protectingthe community from the threat of legionnaires disease and othermicrobial organisms.“<strong>The</strong>se standards are important for the control of microbiologicalmatters, such as legionnaires disease, and will further safeguard thewider community,” said Colin Blair, CEO Standards Australia.“<strong>The</strong> new standards improve what is already a very sound set ofstandards, to effectively manage the possible threat of legionnaires.“<strong>The</strong> objective of the new Standard in the suite, AS/NZS 3666.4, isto provide a performance-based approach to air handling systemmaintenance to assist users in the control of microorganisms,” Mr Blairsaid.Mr Blair said the efficient completion of the standards projectsdemonstrated effective committee participation. <strong>The</strong> new Standardsupdate AS/NZS 3666 (parts one, two and three, with a new part four).<strong>The</strong> AS/NZS 3666 series relates to microbial control in air handling andwater systems in buildings. Parts one and two are referenced in theNational Construction Code Volume 1 (Building Code of Australia) asthe deemed to satisfy provision for design, commissioning operation andmaintenance. Parts three and four are performance based documentsfor maintenance. Part three covers cooling water systems, part fourcovers air handling sytems.<strong>The</strong> Australian Institute of Refrigeration, Air-conditioning and Heating(AIRAH) were the proponent of the projects through StandardsAustralia’s project prioritisation process. Chief Executive <strong>Of</strong>ficer ofAIRAH, Phil Wilkinson, welcomed the publication of the standards asyet another step forward for the industry.Vol 25 No 1
<strong>Maintenance</strong> News 57“<strong>The</strong>se four important Standards represent best practice in managingthe threat of legionnaires and microbiological control. <strong>The</strong> industry ispleased with the progress that has been made in standards developmentwithin a short amount of time,” Mr Wilkinson said.Visit www.airah.org.au for more information.Dates for the ITC (Infrared Training Centre) Level 1 IR<strong>The</strong>rmography courses:Melbourne 6-10 February 2012Sydney 13-17 February 2012Adelaide 18-22 June 2012Melbourne 12-16 November 2012Perth 10-14 December 2012Accredited courses delivered by the University of Melbourne for Level1 & 2 Infrared <strong>The</strong>rmography are the longest running in Australia.Demand for training has grown significantly since they were started in1997. Maximum class size of 20 participants is applicable for Levels 1& 2. A program for Level 2 training for 2012 is being finalized.Tel: 03 9810 3354 Web: www.mccp.unimelb.edu.auEmail: <strong>The</strong>rmography@commercial.unimelb.edu.auVesta Launches Australia AsiaPac Operations!SAP EAM and <strong>Maintenance</strong> ManagementServices Firm Focuses on Global Expansion.Vesta Partners LLC, a professional services firm specializing inmaintenance management and SAP Enterprise Asset Management(EAM) technology services, has announced that it has launched anexpansion into the Australia AsiaPac region with the opening of a newoffice in Melbourne Australia to serve the Australian, Asian and Pacificmarkets to meet global customer demand.Peter Dunford is the Managing Director of Vesta’s Australia AsiaPacoperations. Prior to joining Vesta, Mr. Dunford has worked for GlobalResources giant, BHP Billiton, followed by significant senior rolesconsulting internationally. “I am excited to be part of an organization thatshares the same values and beliefs about how to improve performancein asset management and maintenance as well as leveraging systemsto support business processes,” stated Mr. Dunford. “We look forwardto giving our clients the value that comes from being a part of the globalleader in this space. Vesta has a great brand and reputation and we arethrilled to be part of the team.”Mike Maiolo, Senior Partner and CEO of Vesta states, “One of thekey differentiators for our firm has always been our focus on bringingtogether industry best practices in maintenance and asset management,with a practical and systematic approach to implementing SAP EAMsolutions. This was the core foundation for building Vesta and continuesto separate us from our competitors. With the team we have assembledto serve the Australia AsiaPac market, Vesta can continue to supportour customers’ enterprise-wide initiatives as well as meet new globalopportunities.”“Vesta has some of the best thought leaders in the field of Enterprise AssetManagement,” added Craig Anderson, Director Operations, AustraliaAsiaPac. “We will leverage our collective knowledge and experienceand focus very clearly on what we are good at – getting organizationsto get the most from their Asset Management, <strong>Maintenance</strong> and SAPSystems.”Vesta Partners is a professional services company with deep domainexpertise in maintenance and asset management. As a SAP ServicesPartner, our approach combines industry best practices with practicaltechnology solutions that provide our customers with a competitiveedge.With offices located in the United States, Canada, Europe and AustraliaAsiaPac, we help our customers shift their maintenance operations froma necessary cost center to an enterprise improvement platform.For more information visit www.vestapartners.comDon’t Hit That BearingProper Cold Mounting InstructionsCold mounting is the most basic way to mount a cylindrical bore bearing on a straight shaft. <strong>The</strong> term “coldmounting” implies taking the bearing out of the box and pushing it onto the shaft without using heat to expandthe bearing.Although this is an effective mounting method used by many, extra care must be taken because today’sbearings are more precise and potentially susceptible to damage if mounted improperly. Here are some tipsto help you avoid common mistakes:• Use the three inch rule: never cold mounta bearing with inside diameter larger thanthree inches (75 mm).• When cold mounting smaller bearings,always apply 360 degree support on thering being mounted and apply evenpressure. For example, never mount abearing on the shaft by applying pressureto the outer ring.• Bearings with inside diameter larger than3 inches (75 mm) should be heatedbefore mounting.NEVER directly strike any bearing. Bearing steel is very hard and brittle, and can shatter on impact.Content and pictures courtesy of SKF @ptitude ExchangeVol 25 No 1
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