Asset Performance as a Strategic Business Driver

In today’s industrial automation landscape, asset performance is directly linked to business success. Bently Nevada, a key component of the Cordant™ suite from Baker Hughes, delivers AI-powered hardware, software, and services that transform asset data into actionable insights. These solutions empower control systems such as PLCs and DCSs to support safer, more sustainable, and more profitable operations.

A Legacy of Innovation in Industrial Reliability

With nearly 70 years of experience, Bently Nevada has evolved from a pioneer in vibration monitoring to a global leader in asset health management. Its technology portfolio spans:

• Condition monitoring

• Predictive maintenance

• Advanced diagnostics

These capabilities help industrial operators reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and optimize maintenance strategies across factory automation environments.

Connecting the Edge to the Enterprise for Total Asset Visibility

Bently Nevada’s integrated platform bridges edge devices and enterprise systems, enabling real-time monitoring and long-term planning. By embedding analytics into control architectures, organizations gain a unified view of asset health across production lines.

Benefits include:

• Enhanced decision-making

• Reduced operational risk

• Improved overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)

Global Expertise Across Heavy Industries

Operating in over 50 countries, Bently Nevada collaborates with ARMS Reliability and alliance partner Augury to serve a wide range of sectors:

• Oil and gas

• Mining

• Pulp and paper

• Steel

• Renewable energy

Their combined domain expertise ensures tailored solutions that align with industry-specific challenges and regulatory standards.

Enabling a Safer, Cleaner, and More Efficient Future

Bently Nevada plays a critical role in advancing sustainable industrial operations. By integrating asset health data into automation systems, companies can meet environmental goals while maintaining productivity. This aligns with global trends in digital transformation and energy efficiency, reinforcing Bently Nevada’s position as a trusted partner in industrial infrastructure.

Application Scenario: Smart Asset Management in a Steel Plant

In a large steel manufacturing facility, Bently Nevada deployed:

• Edge sensors

• Enterprise-level analytics

These were integrated with the existing DCS. Through real-time vibration monitoring and predictive maintenance, the plant achieved:

• 30% reduction in equipment failure rates

• Over $1 million annual savings in maintenance costs

• Improved energy efficiency, supporting carbon reduction targets