Industrial Talk is onsite at Xcelerate 2026 and talking to Nisarg Shah, Maintenance/Planner Engineer at Martinrea International about "eMaint platform deployment".

Overview

Nisarg Shah, a maintenance planner at Martinrea, discussed his experiences with Fluke's eMaint software at the Xcelerate 2026 event. Initially, the challenge was getting employees to use tablets for data entry. Nisarg overcame this by daily encouragement and teaching. The next challenge was integrating eMaint with the existing email system to automate data collection. They now focus on pulling data directly from PLCs, including temperature readings and cycle counts. Nisarg highlighted the benefits of meter-based PM, which significantly reduced breakdowns. He also mentioned using acoustic imaging for leak detection, saving money on maintenance.

Outline

Fluke's Xcelerate Event Overview

Scott introduces the Industrial Talk podcast, sponsored by Fluke, highlighting the Xcelerate event in Austin, Texas.
The event featured high-energy keynotes, hands-on predictive maintenance tools, and breakthrough AI diagnostics.
Xcelerate proved to be a launch pad for smarter, faster, and more reliable operations.
Listeners are encouraged to visit fluke.com for more information.

Introduction to Nisarg Shah and His Role

Scott welcomes Nisarg Shah, a maintenance planner at Martinrea, a tier-one supplier to the automotive industry.
Nisarg started with Martinrea as a student at the University of Windsor, where he worked on deploying eMaint at the facility.
Nisarg has been with the company for four years, and the company has been in operation for about 30 years.
The company specializes in stamping and welding, and Nisarg is responsible for implementing and managing eMaint.

Challenges and Implementation of eMaint

Nisarg faced challenges in getting employees to use tablets for data entry, as they were not tech-savvy.
The initial challenge was convincing employees to enter data accurately, which was previously done via email.
Nisarg addressed the issue by continuously teaching and pushing employees to enter data correctly.
The company needed a better way to manage assets and prevent breakdowns, leading to the implementation of eMaint.

Integration and Data Collection

Nisarg discusses the next challenge of integrating eMaint with the existing email system to collect better data.
The goal is to get direct data from the PLCs instead of manual data entry.
The company is currently working on integrating temperature readings, cycle counts, and PM calendars.
Plans include installing vibration sensors and thermocouples on a new 3000-ton press to collect more comprehensive data.

Impact of AI and Advanced Technologies

Nisarg is impressed by the AI version of eMaint , which can build on existing data to provide more accurate predictions.
AI can help in quickly accessing manuals and specific pages, reducing the need to scour through lengthy documents.
The company is also using acoustic imaging to detect leaks, saving money on maintenance.
Nisarg highlights the benefits of using AI and advanced technologies to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.

Benefits of Meter-Based PM

Nisarg emphasizes the effectiveness of meter-based PM, which helps in predicting and preventing breakdowns.
Meter-based PM allows for better data collection and analysis, leading to improved asset management.
The company has seen significant improvements in reliability and reduced downtime by using meter-based PM.
Nisarg recommends integrating all assets with eMaint to achieve even better results.

Conclusion and Contact Information

Nisarg shares his contact information, inviting listeners to connect with him on LinkedIn.
Scott thanks Nisarg for sharing his experiences and insights on the podcast.
The podcast wraps up with a reminder to visit fluke.com for more information on Fluke's solutions and services.
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NISARG SHAH'S CONTACT INFORMATION:

Personal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nisarg-shah-475395128/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/martinreainternational/ Company Website: https://www.martinrea.com/

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