UE Talks

  • 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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  • Ultrasound 4.0: Powering the Next Era of Ultrasound – Episode #11

    UE Talks Podcast Step into the future of asset reliability with Ultrasound 4.0, a transformative leap in condition monitoring built for the demands of Industry 4.0. Going beyond traditional standards, Ultrasound 4.0 fuels IIoT ecosystems, edge intelligence, and AI-driven analytics with rich, high-resolution ultrasound data. Backed by years of research and real-world applications, this new…

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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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  • Reviewing Equipment Performance: Data Driven Decisions – Episode #9

    UE Talks Podcast We’re excited to welcome Vinny Hall from Catalent Pharma as our guest. Vinny sits down with Chris to explore a crucial topic for anyone building or refining a Reliability Strategy: how to perform effective equipment performance reviews. In this Talking Reliability Podcast episode 9, they discuss:

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