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ABB launches Ability Smart Sensor

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 new ABB Ability Smart Sensor for Dodge mounted bearings

The new ABB Ability Smart Sensor for Dodge mounted 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 industries such as mining.

ABB Ability Smart Sensor for mounted bearings use the latest algorithms to assess, manage and ensure performance of components. 80% 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 smartphones 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," said 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 combination of sector knowledge, technology leadership and digital expertise. As part of ABB Ability, customers can easily compare performance data of bearings across systems or plants.

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