Day in the Life – Jamie Dawson, Director Engineering, Otoni
9am Normally I’ll head straight to the office but this morning, I am off to do a site visit for a new client who is looking for us to create a bespoke asset intelligence solution for a complex production line. They were tired of not being able to predict when things were going to go […]
What is asset intelligence and why do I need it?
If you are responsible for managing the critical infrastructure in your organisation, then you need Otoni Asset Intelligence™… In asset-intensive environments, from utilities to manufacturing plants, maintaining uptime isn’t just a performance metric; it’s a mission-critical requirement. Yet many teams still rely on reactive maintenance and fragmented data, making it difficult to reduce risk, stay […]
Work Order Management in Otoni AI
Otoni AI’s work order management module offers many benefits, making it easy to manage and report on all types of work, including planned, predictive, remedial, and reactive maintenance. Some of these benefits are listed below; 1. Automated Work Order Creation: The system creates work orders automatically using sensor data, planned maintenance schedules, or service requests. […]
Vibration in Condition Monitoring
Vibration plays a crucial role in condition-based monitoring (CBM), particularly for rotating machinery such as motors, pumps, fans, and gearboxes. It serves multiple purposes and is highly effective for monitoring. Vibration monitoring involves measuring the oscillations of a machine or component over time. These oscillations can reveal a lot about the machine’s health, especially when […]
Thresholds in Condition-Based Monitoring
Setting thresholds is a crucial aspect of condition-based monitoring, enabling you to track your equipment’s performance and receive alerts when a specified threshold is breached. At Otoni AI, we utilise the ISO 10816 standard to establish these thresholds. This multi-part international standard provides guidelines for evaluating the mechanical vibration of machines using measurements taken from […]
CMMS Transforming Quality Assurance in Manufacturing
In the fast-paced world of manufacturing, maintaining high quality standards is crucial for success. Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) play a significant role in enhancing quality assurance processes. Here’s how CMMS transforms quality assurance in the manufacturing sector:
FMEA: The Risk Tool That Helps You Act Before Things Go Wrong
FMEA helps you identify, prioritise, and act on the risks that matter most. Find out how this structured approach supports better decisions, stronger reliability, and a proactive mindset – before failure becomes costly or dangerous.
Maintenance Legislation in the UK: What You Need to Know
UK maintenance legislation isn’t just red tape – it’s a framework for safer, more resilient operations. Discover the key regulations, what compliance really involves, and how to move from last-minute scrambling to confident, continuous control.
GDPR: What is Classed as Personal Data?
What counts as personal data under GDPR? From names to biometrics, it’s broader than you might think. This article breaks down the definitions, obligations, and steps your organisation should take to stay compliant and protect individual rights.