Mechanical Inspection

  • Trainer Talks: Session #3 – What Is the Training Journey?

    Aired August 27, 2026Led by Jeremy Setty and Mike Naro Maximize the value of your ultrasound program by investing in the right training at the right time. This session outlines the full UE Systems training journey, from foundational learning to advanced development. Discover how structured training supports long-term success, aligns teams, and ensures your organization…

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  • Ultrasound Identifies Hidden Transformer Defect and Helps Paper Mill Avoid Nearly $1 Million in Risk

    Overview A paper mill in the southeastern United States avoided a potentially catastrophic transformer failure and significant unplanned downtime by leveraging airborne ultrasound technology, including an Si2-PRO Acoustic Camera and Ultraprobe 10,000, to identify a hidden defect undetected by traditional inspection methods. What ultimately required only a minor corrective action had the potential to escalate…

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  • Condition-Based Monitoring Programs at Amazon – Episode #17

    UE Talks Podcast Amazon’s Reliability and Maintenance Engineering (RME) division maintains and repairs automated systems like conveyors and robotics critical to warehouse operations. The division includes roles in on-site maintenance, automation engineering, and data-driven reliability. RME drives innovation using robotics, AI and machine learning to improve efficiency and uptime. It plays a key role in…

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  • Building Foundations for Maintenance & Reliability Excellence – Episode #16

    UE Talks Podcast Let’s explore the Reliability Pyramid and the essential foundations that will propel your maintenance and reliability journey. Start with a clear vision and roadmap; understanding your strategy’s direction and setting clear priorities is key to success. It’s all about having the right people in the right roles to drive this transformation. Incorporating…

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  • Lubricant Condition-Monitoring: – Episode #15

    UE Talks Podcast Jade Thompson (UK RecondOil, SKF) explores how oil and grease analysis programs support condition monitoring strategies. Using real-world case studies, she demonstrates how raw data and chemistry translate into actionable insights that improve operational performance and reliability. Jade champions RecondOil UK for SKF UK Ltd, offering technical and commercial support for the…

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  • The FLIR Thermal Solution: A Route to Improve Reliability – Episode #14

    UE Talks Podcast The portable thermal imaging solutions enhance maintenance operations by improving preparedness and effectiveness. This UE Systems Talking Reliability Podcast episode covers the range of portable hardware, the latest software developments, and how they seamlessly integrate to provide a comprehensive solution. Key benefits, including improvements in productivity, reliability, efficiency, asset management, and condition…

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  • Data-Driven Maintenance: The Holistic Strategy – Episode #13

    UE Talks Podcast Amazon’s journey in maintenance has evolved into a dynamic approach that leverages asset condition data to drive a comprehensive, holistic maintenance strategy. By utilizing advanced condition monitoring and data analytics, Luke Grice-Lowe explains how Amazon has transformed how it manages its assets, enabling proactive decision-making and optimized performance across its global operations.…

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  • Mastering Bearings: Wizardry, Sampling, Resolution, and Practical Case Studies – Episode #12

    UE Talks Podcast This UE Talks episode delves into the challenges of measuring slow-rotating bearings, showcasing how real-world applications often differ from classroom theory. It emphasises the importance of proper time waveform analysis and sampling techniques for accurate diagnostics and features real-life bearing analysis case studies to illustrate these concepts in action. James Sylvester is Director of…

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  • What You Missed – Episode #10

    UE Talks Podcast In the season finale, Chris looks back over the last episodes and discusses key takeaways from the subjects. We look into what are the main stumbling blocks and how we can address them.

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