Tag: industrial IoT

Understanding the Core Principles of Predictive Maintenance

Predictive maintenance, unlike its reactive or preventative counterparts, leverages data analysis to anticipate equipment failures. Instead of simply reacting to breakdowns or performing scheduled maintenance regardless of need, predictive maintenance uses sensors, machine learning, and data analytics to predict when and why a piece of equipment is likely to fail. This allows for proactive interventions, minimizing downtime and optimizing maintenance schedules. It’s about moving from a culture of reacting to problems to one of anticipating and preventing them.

The Role of Data and Technology in Predictive Maintenance

The heart of predictive maintenance is