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[TRAINING](https://techstar.com/training/) - [Technical Courses](https://techstar.com/category/courses/) - [Hands On Application](https://techstar.com/theunit/) - [Custom Sessions](https://techstar.com/custom-sessions/) - [Distance Learning](https://info.techstar.com/t3-library-distance-learning) - RESOURCES - [Blog](https://blog.techstar.com/news) - [Calendar of Events](https://techstar.com/category/courses/) - [Knowledge Center](https://info.techstar.com/resources) - [View Line Card](https://techstar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/TS-All-Territory-Line-Card-LR-copy.pdf) - [CONTACT US](https://techstar.com/asktechstar/)   **TECHSTAR** **BLOG** ## [The Power of Wireless Machinery Protection](https://blog.techstar.com/news/the-power-of-wireless-machinery-protection) Posted by [TechStar](https://blog.techstar.com/news/author/twineng) on May 15, 2024, 8:55:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://cdn.skfmediahub.skf.com/api/public/09499e95fddd6b16/png_highpreview_800/09499e95fddd6b16_png_highpreview_800.png)](https://blog.techstar.com/news/the-power-of-wireless-machinery-protection) In the fast-paced and demanding landscape of process industries, maintaining operational efficiency is paramount. Any disruption, no matter how small, can cascade into significant downtime, lost production, and hefty repair costs. However, with the advent of wireless machinery protection solutions, such as SKF Axios, industries ranging from chemical plants to paper mills are experiencing a transformative shift in how they manage and safeguard their critical equipment. [Read More](https://blog.techstar.com/news/the-power-of-wireless-machinery-protection) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.techstar.com/news/the-power-of-wireless-machinery-protection#comments-listing) Topics: [vibration](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/vibration), [Condition Monitoring](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/condition-monitoring), [SKF](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/skf) ## [Turning Big Data Into Actions](https://blog.techstar.com/news/turning-big-data-into-actions) Posted by [TechStar](https://blog.techstar.com/news/author/twineng) on Aug 11, 2021, 11:41:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.techstar.com/hubfs/image-png-Aug-13-2021-04-38-16-55-PM.png)](https://blog.techstar.com/news/turning-big-data-into-actions) Today, terabytes of signal data are being generated from sensors embedded in industrial equipment. The capability to handle such large streams of data and draw actionable conclusions from is a task that requires artificial intelligence. [Read More](https://blog.techstar.com/news/turning-big-data-into-actions) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.techstar.com/news/turning-big-data-into-actions#comments-listing) Topics: [vibration](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/vibration), [Condition Monitoring](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/condition-monitoring), [SKF](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/skf) ## [SKF Wireless Machine Condition Sensors](https://blog.techstar.com/news/skf-wireless-machine-condition-sensors) Posted by [TechStar](https://blog.techstar.com/news/author/twineng) on Jun 20, 2018, 10:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.techstar.com/hubfs/Techstaris%20Feb2017/Images/TechStar-Header-Factory.jpg)](https://blog.techstar.com/news/skf-wireless-machine-condition-sensors) The SKF Wireless Machine Condition Sensor combines a sensor, data collector and radio into one compact, battery-operated device that measures both vibration and temperature data. [Read More](https://blog.techstar.com/news/skf-wireless-machine-condition-sensors) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.techstar.com/news/skf-wireless-machine-condition-sensors#comments-listing) Topics: [Condition Monitoring](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/condition-monitoring), [SKF](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/skf) ## [A Growing Sales Trend: Why Do Companies Engage Manufacturer Representatives?](https://blog.techstar.com/news/manufacturer-representatives-vs-direct) Posted by [TechStar](https://blog.techstar.com/news/author/twineng) on May 22, 2018, 5:03:26 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.techstar.com/hubfs/Techstaris%20Feb2017/Images/TechStar-Header-Factory.jpg)](https://blog.techstar.com/news/manufacturer-representatives-vs-direct) Many companies have begun to switch from the old model of internal, direct salespeople to engaging a sales agency to represent their products instead. This is a fast-growing trend, especially in highly technical fields such as manufacturing. Why are so many companies making this decision? [Read More](https://blog.techstar.com/news/manufacturer-representatives-vs-direct) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.techstar.com/news/manufacturer-representatives-vs-direct#comments-listing) Topics: [Condition Monitoring](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/condition-monitoring), [SKF](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/skf), [Manufacturer Representatives](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/manufacturer-representatives) ## [Jeremy Morton: TechStar’s New Condition Monitoring and Mechanical Solutions Expert](https://blog.techstar.com/news/meetjeremy) Posted by [TechStar](https://blog.techstar.com/news/author/twineng) on May 14, 2018, 10:14:34 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.techstar.com/hubfs/SKF-Logo.svg-1.png)](https://blog.techstar.com/news/meetjeremy) We have recently made changes to our condition monitoring product line, including acquiring a new partnership with a condition monitoring manufacturer and hiring a new full-time condition monitoring expert to support our new offerings. We are extremely proud to announce Jeremy Morton as our new condition monitoring and mechanical solutions leader. Jeremy has over 15 years of experience providing asset performance management and condition monitoring and protection solutions to a wide range of end users in the oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation industries. [Read More](https://blog.techstar.com/news/meetjeremy) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.techstar.com/news/meetjeremy#comments-listing) Topics: [vibration](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/vibration), [Condition Monitoring](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/condition-monitoring), [SKF](https://blog.techstar.com/news/topic/skf) ## [TechStar and SKF Announce New Partnership for Vibration and Condition Monitoring Product Line](https://blog.techstar.com/news/skf-partnership) Posted by [TechStar](https://blog.techstar.com/news/author/twineng) on May 7, 2018, 12:34:29 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://blog.techstar.com/hubfs/SKF-Logo.svg-1.png)](https://blog.techstar.com/news/skf-partnership) **Houston, TX – January 1, 2018:** SKF Machine Health Products, a global manufacturer of vibration and condition monitoring equipment, announced a new partnership with TechStar, the leading full-service manufacturer representative company catering to the Texas and Oklahoma area. Together, SKF and TechStar plan to bring a new full-service offering to the vibration and condition monitoring market. 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