The new solution brings together Schaeffler’s Optime Condition Monitoring system with the sensor variants Optime 3, Optime 5, and Optime 5 Ex for wireless condition monitoring and its intelligent, interconnected lubricator Optime C1 for automated lubrication.
According to Schaeffler, the system supports plant operators by offering particularly convenient initial operation. Hundreds of Optime elements can be installed and integrated in a short period of time due to the plug and play function. A subsequent expansion can be carried out at any time. Low investment costs, savings due to reduced machine downtimes, and increased efficiency in scheduling maintenance procedures guarantee a return on investment.
Users can gain an overview via a mobile app. The Optime Ecosystem supports daily maintenance operations with warning messages and automatic analyses and helps with data-based creation of maintenance plans.
In addition, the predictive maintenance solution is said to improve the sustainability of facilities by reducing material waste and energy consumption through reduced unplanned downtimes. Schaeffler will continue to develop and add new elements to the Optime Ecosystem based on the experience gained in successful customer projects in various sectors and applications. In this way, the Optime Ecosystem will continue to support the operation of machines and facilities in the future by providing all relevant information at a glance.