Visual Inspections & Asset Reliability

Why visual inspections matter

The image used in this post is an extreme, and obvious example but issues are not always so easily identified. Visual inspections are frequently underestimated in modern maintenance strategies. But the truth is, when done thoroughly, they are often your first line of defence, providing an opportunity to stop a minor issue from turning into an unplanned outage.

What are we looking for?

• Leaks or fluid buildup
• Worn belts or misaligned pulleys
• Loose components or excessive vibration
• Unusual noise, heat, or smells

Machine Sentry® is recognised for its powerful analysis capabilities but it goes far beyond that. It also provides a structured, traceable way to log, track, and action visual findings, making it an ideal platform for managing both high tech diagnostics and day to day frontline observations.

When visual findings are recorded in Machine Sentry Mobile, they are:

• Digitally logged visual findings with photos and notes
• Timestamped and geotagged logs
• Synced to the Machine Sentry portal for team wide visibility
• Able to trigger follow up actions or work orders

This brings structure and traceability to what is often an informal or undocumented process, turning frontline awareness into actionable data.

Connecting people, processes and technology

At AVT Reliability, we believe true reliability is not about choosing between people or technology, it is about combining both. That is exactly what Machine Sentry® enables: frontline teams empowered with mobile tools, connected to a centralised system that supports smarter decision making and long term asset performance.