Catch problems early with advanced monitoring tools like vibration, ultrasound and thermography.
Asset condition management
With John Crane Performance Plus™, you can access proactive, data-driven asset condition services that reduce downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Our services
Vibration
Vibration monitoring and analysis allow early detection of a range of issues with rotating and reciprocating machinery.
By determining the underlying causes of degradation, we can help eliminate recurring defects, reduce downtime and improve overall asset performance.
Our most widely applied and effective technique for monitoring rotating machinery health involves collecting vibration data manually on a periodic basis, or wirelessly through installed sensors such as John Crane Sense® Monitor.
Motion amplification®
This powerful troubleshooting tool uses a specialised camera to visualise and amplify subtle vibrations and movements in both rotating equipment and other plant assets, without the need for physical sensors.
This video-based technique helps diagnose complex vibration issues by converting invisible motion into clear, visual insights. It supports root cause analysis, enhances reliability programmes and makes technical problems easier to understand and resolve, helping prevent failures and improve asset performance.
Ultrasound
This service enhances asset condition monitoring, supports compliance with industry standards and helps reduce downtime by identifying problems early and improving lubrication practices.
A non-destructive, real-time technique, it uses high-frequency sound waves to detect lubrication issues, air and gas leaks, and seal face contact in rotating equipment.
Thermography
Our infrared thermography service uses non-invasive imaging to detect heat patterns and anomalies in both rotating and static equipment. It helps identify potential failures early, thereby improving maintenance efficiency.
Safety is enhanced by detecting electrical risks. It also supports energy savings and process optimisation. This is especially valuable in situations where other diagnostic tools may be limited.
Lubrication management
Our lubrication management plan helps extend equipment life and improve reliability through a structured approach. This involves assessments, condition-based lubrication, fluid sampling and analysis, oil filtration, real-time particle monitoring and hardware upgrades.
Each element is designed to optimise lubrication practices and reduce maintenance costs.
Fugitive emissions detection and qualification
We develop structured emissions monitoring plans, including the execution of field inspection routes, that comply with industry standards and regulations.
Deploying certified engineers on Quantitative Optical Gas Imaging (QOGI) and providing expert field support, data analytics and actionable insights, we support emissions mitigation and prevention efforts.
We help customers reduce their carbon footprint and achieve their ESG corporate objectives by detecting and quantifying emissions and supporting effective mitigation strategies.
Start-up and acceptance testing
Minimise early failure risk and ensure smooth commissioning with enhanced monitoring and precision setup.
Our service includes vibration analysis, thermography, lubricant testing, pump performance checks and in-field support for shaft alignment and rotating machinery balancing.
We’re here to ensure equipment starts reliably and performs as expected from day one.
Remote vibration monitoring
John Crane Sense® Monitor provides wireless, remote vibration monitoring for rotating equipment including pumps, motors and fans.
Data collection and advanced analytics detect early signs of mechanical issues such as misalignment or cavitation, conditions that can lead to seal degradation or equipment failure.
With alarm management and expert recommendations, the service supports preventive maintenance, helping reduce downtime, improve safety and optimise asset performance.
Remote dry gas seal health monitoring
John Crane Sense® Turbo uses embedded sensors within dry gas seals to continuously collect and analyse data, providing near real-time insights into seal health and compressor performance.
Supported by expert diagnostics and advanced analytics, the service helps detect operational anomalies early, reduces unplanned downtime and avoids costly failures to ensure centrifugal compressors operate safely and efficiently.
Operational outcomes
Prevent failures using real-time diagnostics and predictive insights.
Solve issues faster with visual tools like Motion Amplification® and expert root cause analysis.
Extend equipment life through better lubrication and condition-based maintenance.
Improve safety and compliance with emissions detection and electrical risk monitoring.
Ensure smooth start-up with precision testing and alignment support.
Optimise performance remotely via John Crane Sense® for vibration and seal health monitoring.
Sustainability support. Emissions monitoring enables customers to decarbonise operations and meet environmental targets.
Reduce downtime and cost by acting before issues escalate.
Customer success stories
Improving equipment reliability and reducing maintenance costs with John Crane Sense® Monitor.
Refinery achieves 50% fewer recurring equipment failures with John Crane reliability contract.
Motion amplification camera for LNG vibration diagnostics.
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Seal reliability management
Improve reliability and production throughout your plant.
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Reliability engineering for maintenance
Turn technical insight into operational advantage.
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Upgrades and retrofits
Take advantage of planned downtime to modernise equipment.
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Maintenance and repairs
Restore performance through efficient, expert servicing.
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Training
Empower teams to improve uptime, reduce costs, and operate safely and sustainably.
Learn moreFrequently asked questions
How does John Crane use vibration analysis to improve equipment reliability?
John Crane uses vibration analysis to detect early signs of mechanical issues in rotating and reciprocating machinery. Vibration data is collected manually, wirelessly via John Crane Sense® Monitor, or continuously through protection systems. This enables early identification of degradation causes, such as misalignment or cavitation, so recurring defects can be eliminated, downtime reduced, and asset performance improved.
What types of rotating equipment does John Crane monitor in oil and gas operations?
John Crane monitors a wide range of rotating equipment critical to oil and gas operations, including pumps, compressors, turbines, motors, and fans. These assets are essential to production and safety, and are supported through advanced diagnostics, remote monitoring, and condition-based maintenance strategies.
What is Motion Amplification® and how does it work?
Motion Amplification® is a video-based diagnostic tool used by John Crane to visualise and amplify subtle vibrations in rotating equipment. It converts invisible motion into clear, visual insights without physical sensors. This technique supports root cause analysis, simplifies complex vibration diagnostics, and enhances reliability programmes by making technical issues easier to understand and resolve.
How does John Crane use infrared thermography to detect equipment anomalies?
John Crane’s infrared thermography service captures heat patterns and anomalies in rotating and static equipment using non-invasive imaging. These thermal signatures reveal potential failures, electrical risks, and inefficiencies, enabling early intervention, improved safety, and more efficient maintenance planning.
What is infrared thermography inspection and how does it support reliability programs at John Crane?
Infrared thermography inspection is a proactive service offered by John Crane to identify thermal anomalies before they lead to equipment failure. It enhances reliability programs by detecting overheating components, electrical faults, and mechanical wear, especially in environments where other diagnostic tools may be limited.
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