ABB Introduces Ability Smart Sensor That Communicates Wirelessly

Press Release Summary:

The ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor for dodge mounted bearings uses latest algorithms for assessing the condition of bearings from vibration and temperature condition and indicates potential problems. The sensor can mount easily to the bearing and communicates via smartphone wirelessly. It enables employees to access the health data of bearings in difficult to reach locations. The sensor helps in preventing downtime on applications such as material handling conveyors in mining, aggregate and cement industries.

Original Press Release:

ABB Abilityâ„¢ Smart Sensor Checks Condition of Bearings

ABB applies industry-leading smart sensor technology to Dodge® mounted bearings to prevent unexpected downtime and extend equipment life

ABB has launched the ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor for Dodge mounted bearings, part of the ABB Ability™ Digital Powertrain, that enables "health checks" for bearings. The smart sensor technology provides an early indicator of any potential problems by assessing the condition of bearings from vibration and temperature information. This helps to prevent downtime on applications such as bulk material handling conveyors typically found in the mining, aggregate and cement industries, as well as applications in the food and beverage and air handling sectors.

ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor for mounted bearings use the latest algorithms to assess, manage and ensure performance of components. Eighty percent of bearing failures are lubrication related and a bearing "running hot" can indicate that proper lubrication procedures are not in place. Monitoring a bearing's vibration can indicate potential system problems.

The smart sensor easily mounts to the bearing and communicates wirelessly via a smartphone or other device. This capability keeps employees safe, enabling easy access to the health data of bearings in locations that may be difficult or dangerous to reach.

"Bearings are critical components in conveyor systems and are often the first indicator of a system problem," says Artur Rdzanek, product manager for sensor technologies, Dodge mechanical products at ABB. "The display of the health status of the bearing enables operators to quickly and safely identify a potential problem, which allows them to schedule maintenance and prevent unplanned downtime."

The ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor for mounted bearings is part of ABB Ability™, which brings together all of ABB's digital solutions and services, each built from a unique combination of sector knowledge, technology leadership and digital expertise. As part of ABB Ability™, customers are able to easily compare performance data of bearings across systems or plants.

ABB (ABBN: SIX Swiss Ex) is a pioneering technology leader in power grids, electrification products, industrial automation and robotics and motion, serving customers in utilities, industry and transport & infrastructure globally. Continuing a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB today is writing the future of industrial digitalization with two clear value propositions: bringing electricity from any power plant to any plug and automating industries from natural resources to finished products. As title partner in ABB Formula E, the fully electric international FIA motorsport class, ABB is pushing the boundaries of e-mobility to contribute to a sustainable future. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with about 147,000 employees. www.abb.com

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