The Track link along with the bush are often the most important components to measure during a machine audit. The links can be measured using 2 of the available tools: Ultrasonic Tool and the Depth Gauge. Ultrasonic Tool The Distance F is measured using the Ultrasonic Tool. A small amount of Gel is placed on […]
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Pins and bushes can be one of the trickiest components to measure when performing a machine audit. Here are some tips and thoughts to help you.The Pin and bush on the undercarriage chain is subjected to wear from 2 directions depending on whether the machine is being operated in the forward direction or in reverse.
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Collecting Undercarriage Field Inspection data – Measuring the undercarriage component wear needs to be done regularly and accurately. Readings should then be supported by images and comments. Automatic calculation of % wear and the physical limits along with any prior reading history help the Inspector provide quality information. All this functionality should be available offline
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A boneyard of Scrapped Undercarriage components tells a story of how the undercarriage components are managed. Components with life remaining = money lost
How many $ Dollars lie in this boneyard of Undercarriage Components Read More »
Get value from your undercarriage by running it to between 112% and 120% worn
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The last inspection before the undercarriage is removed is the most important and provides a wealth of information
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Undercarriage can make up more than 50% of the maintenance costs of a machine. Therefore, managing this wear surface can deliver large $ savings. Utilizing Undercarriage Software requires integrating the inspections into the daily inspection routine across the job site. Points to consider when calculating the ROI:- Time and accuracy to complete an inspection The
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Internal Undercarriage measuring and management capability can deliver large financial benefits
The COVID Pandemic has led to a number of new market forces affecting business. Some among others is the slowing of supply chains including the availability of replacement undercarriage components. There are probably a few factors causing this: – Reduced manufacturing capacity at some period over the last 12 months, thus causing a backlog of
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The Mobile tool to make collection of Field Inspection observations and measurements easy and accessible
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