Not every asset is a good fit for FitMachine or FitPower – but we’ve got a guide to help you figure it out.
Before rolling out sensors, it’s important to understand which assets can be effectively monitored by FitMachine or FitPower — since they track different types of data. This helps ensure you’re applying the right sensor to the right equipment from the start, leading to better results and fewer false positives.
What Our Sensors Actually Monitor
- FitMachine tracks vibration, temperature, and acoustics to assess mechanical health — great for catching early signs of wear or failure.
- FitPower tracks electrical current draw to detect changes in energy use, performance, and potential anomalies.
Understanding which assets suit which sensor helps you pick the right tool for the job.
What Makes an Asset a Good Fit?
Before jumping into a sensor rollout, it’s worth asking a few key questions:
- What are you trying to improve — reliability, fault detection, or energy efficiency?
- Are there environmental challenges (e.g. submerged setups, variable loads)?
- Would one sensor give you a full picture, or is a multi-point setup needed?
Understanding the answers helps us steer you in the right direction – or suggest a smarter alternative. Our goal is to help you get results, not just reports. We might shed a tear if we’re not the right fit, but we’ll always point you toward what’s best for your business.
Common Assets We Monitor (and Those We Don’t)
The good news: FitMachine and FitPower are versatile and can cover a wide range of assets. We’ve seen our sensors thrive across a wide range of industries and equipment.
Here’s a quick snapshot:
- AC Motors, Generators, Compressors, and Gearboxes
Often great candidates for both sensors. Some may need adjusted sampling rates or placement to get optimal data. - Slow-moving or submerged assets
These often need special consideration. FitMachine may struggle with very low speeds or underwater conditions, but FitPower might still work if electrical components are accessible. - Certain screen types
Not ideal for FitMachine — extreme vibration can dislodge the sensor. However, the associated drive systems (motors/gearboxes) often still provide monitorable signals via FitPower.
Why All of This Matters
If a sensor isn’t going to give you useful data, we won’t waste your time (or budget) putting it on. We work with you to assess compatibility early, so you can:
- Focus your investment on high-impact assets
- Get reliable, actionable insights from day one
- Reduce the risk of false alarms
We’ve put together a comprehensive asset guide and quick-reference checklist to help you figure out if MOVUS sensors are the right fit for your plant.
Download the guide and checklist now to see what can (and can’t) be monitored – and get advice on what to do next.
Want to Learn More?
Explore how MOVUS technology works and how we help maintenance teams and managers make smarter, faster decisions — or get in touch with our team to chat about what might suit your site best.