What does CBM mean in CONSULTING

Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) is a maintenance methodology that enables the proactive identification of problems and preventive action to maintain equipment in an optimal condition.

CBM works by collecting data from sensors as well as visual inspections so that maintenance schedules can be tailored to the needs of specific machines or systems. This helps maintain equipment at its peak performance levels, reducing downtime and improving productivity.

The main benefit of CBM is its ability to identify potential issues before they become major problems. This allows for proactive repairs and prevents costly unplanned downtime when large components suffer catastrophic failure. Additionally, it can also reduce overall costs associated with regular scheduled maintenance since only necessary repairs will be performed.

Data collected for use with CBM includes temperature readings, lubricant analysis, vibration readings, electrical circuit current/voltage fluctuations, noise levels and more. All this data is monitored and analyzed to detect any changes indicating possible defects or malfunctions in components within a system.

Any system where machine reliability and cost-effective operation are important can benefit from using CBM. Examples range from production lines in manufacturing industries to turbines in power plants and even vessels and aircrafts in transportation industries.