Connected Reliability Webinars

The Accelix Community’s monthly Best Practices Webinars are a great resource for maintenance and reliability professionals looking to expand their industry knowledge and gain insight into best practices from thought leaders across the globe. The webinars provide you with the opportunity to get their questions answered by industry experts.

Upcoming Webinars


Vibration Analysis: Slow-Speed Machine Applications and Impact Detection

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

In this engaging and informative webinar, we will delve into advanced techniques for analyzing slow-speed shafts, a critical component in many industrial systems. Participants will gain insights into effective methods for detecting impacts and understanding their root causes, which is essential for preventing equipment failure and optimizing performance. Additionally, we will examine the correlation between slow-speed shaft behavior and impact events, allowing for more accurate diagnostics and predictive maintenance strategies. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped with practical knowledge and tools to enhance reliability and efficiency in their operations.

Speaker:

Steven Hudson, Director, Professional Services

  • Remote Analysis Services
  • Reciprocating Analysis Analyst
  • Field Services

Background:

  • 35 years in PdM
  • ISO Cat IV Vibration Analyst
  • Naval Nuclear Power Engineering (Submarines)
  • SME Marine, Steel, Food, Combustion Engine


AI in MRO: How to Prevent Stockouts and Prioritize Critical Spare Parts for Maximum Uptime

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Is your team still reacting to stockouts, rush orders, and unplanned downtime? For operations, maintenance, and reliability leaders, MRO inventory issues remain one of the most preventable—and expensive—sources of disruption.

In this webinar, Jeromy Risner joins us as we’ll explore AI-powered best practices in MRO management that leading enterprises are using to transform reactive processes into proactive reliability strategies.

You’ll discover how AI can help you:

  • ✅ Identify at-risk inventory before it impacts production
  • ✅ Automate and improve spare parts criticality assessments
  • ✅ Prioritize stocking decisions based on asset impact and failure risk
  • ✅ Reduce excess inventory while avoiding stockouts
  • ✅ Drive data-informed decisions across maintenance and supply chain

We’ll share real-world examples and actionable steps to help your team adopt AI-driven MRO best practices that boost uptime, reduce firefighting, and support long-term reliability goals.

Speaker:

Jeromy Risner, Director of Pre-Sales Engineering, Verusen

Jeromy Risner, Director of Pre-Sales Engineering at Verusen, is a maintenance and reliability professional whose career spans all aspects of maintenance, from turning wrenches to implementing mechanical integrity and reliability programs.

He holds several PdM certifications as a former practitioner and has implemented and formally taught vibration analysis, laser shaft alignment, and maintenance best practices across many industry verticals including chemical and general manufacturing, mining, oil & gas, and food & beverage.


Give Soft Foot the Boot – Discover the Hard Facts

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT

Join us for an insightful webinar on the critical yet often-overlooked issue of soft foot in industrial equipment. Misalignment caused by soft foot can lead to excessive wear, operational inefficiencies, and costly failures. In this session, you’ll gain a deep understanding of what soft foot is, how to detect it, and the serious risks it poses to equipment health.

Our experts will walk you through proven strategies to prevent and correct soft foot, using the right tools and techniques to enhance machine stability and extend asset lifespan. Whether you’re a seasoned technician or just starting in the field, this webinar will equip you with actionable insights to improve maintenance practices and minimize downtime.

Speaker:

Brandon Zuppardo, President, AZTECH RELIABILITY, LLC

Brandon Zuppardo, President, AZTECH RELIABILITY, LLC is a subject matter expert in alignment, level 2 vibration, and level 1 ultrasound with over 13 years experience in maintenance and reliability.

AZTECH RELIABILITY, LLC is based out of Louisiana, offering only the highest quality products for Laser Shaft Alignment, Condition Monitoring and Ultrasound. as well as providing high level training and support to maintenance and reliability professionals.