What type of monitoring helps in detecting faults in equipment before a failure?

Condition-based Monitoring (CBM) is designed to continuously or periodically monitor the actual condition of equipment to detect faults and assess its performance in real-time. This proactive approach allows faults to be identified before they lead to equipment failure, enabling timely interventions that can prevent costly downtime and extensive repairs. By focusing on the current state of the equipment rather than relying solely on scheduled maintenance intervals, CBM effectively utilizes data collected from various sensors and diagnostic tools to predict the need for maintenance based on the actual operational condition.

For instance, if vibrations, temperature, or wear levels exceed predefined thresholds, CBM can alert maintenance teams to address issues early on. This predictive capability makes CBM a highly effective strategy in modern engineering and manufacturing settings, where minimizing unexpected failures is critical to operational efficiency and safety.