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Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Real-Time Lubrication Intelligence
Sensei is a system of Sensing devices connected via a wireless Network and delivering valuable Intelligence about the lubrication inside your critical equipment. Backed by the experts at Trico to guide you toward a more proactive maintenance mindset – marked by maximum uptime, efficiency and confidence.

Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Real-Time Lubrication Intelligence
Sensei is a system of Sensing devices connected via a wireless Network and delivering valuable Intelligence about the lubrication inside your critical equipment. Backed by the experts at Trico to guide you toward a more proactive maintenance mindset – marked by maximum uptime, efficiency and confidence.

Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Connecting You with Improved Equipment Reliability
Don’t be left in the dark about potential equipment failures or opportunities for performance improvement related to lubrication. Sensei continuously transmits key parameters to your network via wi-fi, showing you what’s going on with your equipment lubrication, 24-7, so you can be more proactive.
Your Oil Level Sensor

Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Oil Level Sensor
- Continuous infrared monitoring of oil level and ambient temperature
- Designed to fit easily over Trico Opto-Matic Oilers – with the world-recognized #5 glass reservoir
Coming soon: Many more sensing options you’ll be able to add easily to your network to cover other key aspects of lubrication and proactive maintenance. Trico is determined to keep bringing you new ways to maximize reliability and efficiency.
Simple to integrate
- Sensing devices installed in minutes at your machines
- Compatible with your existing lubrication components, including industry-leading Opto-Matic oilers


Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Save Time in Machinery Maintenance Operations
With your crucial lubrication data at your fingertips via sensing devices, your team can use data to better manage issues and move more productively, focusing only on machines that need attention – instead of wasting valuable time running through the typical lube routes.
Your Sensei Gateway

Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Sensei Gateway
The hub of the system in your facility – Receives data from your critical assets and transmits the data to your dashboard and the Trico team.
- Covers up to 64 sensors within a 250-foot radius
Configurations to Match Your Situation
Using your Internet:
- Standalone
- Rugged Standalone (enclosed to withstand elements)
Without connecting to your Internet service:
- Rugged with Cellular Router (enclosed to withstand elements)
Optional Repeater
If necessary, the Repeater relays signal to expand your network’s reach beyond 64 sensing devices and 250 feet.
Flexible to fit your operation
- Entire setup takes just minutes
- Expands easily with your needs


Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Gain Powerful New Insights into Equipment Performance
Elevate your entire approach to uptime and output. Stay in tune with your value-producing equipment around the clock, while Trico experts continuously monitor your data and recommend preventive steps and performance improvements.
The network lets you see inside far-flung machines from wherever you are. The central Gateway collects and sends sensor data to your dashboard. Additional sensors can be added to the network quickly and easily.
Your Dashboard

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Network

Intelligence
Your Dashboard
- An intuitive, web-based home for real-time data monitoring
- Fully configurable to meet your specific requirements
- Monitors oil level, ambient temperature, etc. and translates the data into effective actions
Uncovering the meaning behind the readings
Applying over a century of lubrication expertise, Trico Analysis Center experts can help you tackle issues you might not otherwise see. It’s not just limited to oil level trends. Today, through oil sampling, and soon, through forthcoming expansions to Sensei sensing products, some of the issues we can help you analyze include:
- Monitoring fluctuations that may be a sign of thermal cracking or other degradation, contamination from a solvent or a refrigerant, or use of the wrong lubricant.
- Looking for hints of a lubricant failure due to additives or perhaps a harmful chemical reaction underway.
- Keeping an eye out for possible oil leaks or shortages that could lead to equipment failure.
Helping you solve and optimize lubrication issues
- Identify and tackle leaks, contamination and other potential problems before they cause malfunctions or downtime
- Uncover trends so you can fine-tune performance

Explore a sample dashboard.
Sensei Brochure (PDF)
Get a quick intro to real-time lubrication intelligence. (Download)
Want More Lubrication Wisdom?
Check out Piece of Mind, our free series aimed at helping you manage lubrication issues. Explore Resources.
Real-Time Lubrication Intelligence
Sensei is a system of Sensing devices connected via a wireless Network and delivering valuable Intelligence about the lubrication inside your critical equipment. Backed by the experts at Trico to guide you toward a more proactive maintenance mindset – marked by maximum uptime, efficiency and confidence.

Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Real-Time Lubrication Intelligence
Sensei is a system of Sensing devices connected via a wireless Network and delivering valuable Intelligence about the lubrication inside your critical equipment. Backed by the experts at Trico to guide you toward a more proactive maintenance mindset – marked by maximum uptime, efficiency and confidence.
Connecting You with Improved Equipment Reliability
Don’t be left in the dark about potential equipment failures or opportunities for performance improvement related to lubrication. Sensei continuously transmits key parameters to your network via wi-fi, showing you what’s going on with your equipment lubrication, 24-7, so you can be more proactive.
Your Oil Level Sensor
Oil Level Sensor
- Continuous infrared monitoring of oil level and ambient temperature
- Designed to fit easily over Trico Opto-Matic Oilers – with the world-recognized #5 glass reservoir
Coming soon: Many more sensing options you’ll be able to add easily to your network to cover other key aspects of lubrication and proactive maintenance. Trico is determined to keep bringing you new ways to maximize reliability and efficiency.
Simple to integrate
- Sensing devices installed in minutes at your machines
- Compatible with your existing lubrication components, including industry-leading Opto-Matic oilers

Save Time in Machinery Maintenance Operations
With your crucial lubrication data at your fingertips via sensing devices, your team can use data to better manage issues and move more productively, focusing only on machines that need attention – instead of wasting valuable time running through the typical lube routes.
Your Sensei Gateway
Sensei Gateway
The hub of the system in your facility – Receives data from your critical assets and transmits the data to your dashboard and the Trico team.
- Covers up to 64 sensors within a 250-foot radius
Configurations to Match Your Situation
Using your Internet:
- Standalone
- Rugged Standalone (enclosed to withstand elements)
Without connecting to your Internet service:
- Rugged with Cellular Router (enclosed to withstand elements)
Optional Repeater
If necessary, the Repeater relays signal to expand your network’s reach beyond 64 sensing devices and 250 feet.
Flexible to fit your operation
- Entire setup takes just minutes
- Expands easily with your needs

Gain Powerful New Insights into Equipment Performance
Elevate your entire approach to uptime and output. Stay in tune with your value-producing equipment around the clock, while Trico experts continuously monitor your data and recommend preventive steps and performance improvements.
The network lets you see inside far-flung machines from wherever you are. The central Gateway collects and sends sensor data to your dashboard. Additional sensors can be added to the network quickly and easily.
Your Dashboard
Your Dashboard
- An intuitive, web-based home for real-time data monitoring
- Fully configurable to meet your specific requirements
- Monitors oil level, ambient temperature, etc. and translates the data into effective actions
Uncovering the meaning behind the readings
Applying over a century of lubrication expertise, Trico Analysis Center experts can help you tackle issues you might not otherwise see. It’s not just limited to oil level trends. Today, through oil sampling, and soon, through forthcoming expansions to Sensei sensing products, some of the issues we can help you analyze include:
- Monitoring fluctuations that may be a sign of thermal cracking or other degradation, contamination from a solvent or a refrigerant, or use of the wrong lubricant.
- Looking for hints of a lubricant failure due to additives or perhaps a harmful chemical reaction underway.
- Keeping an eye out for possible oil leaks or shortages that could lead to equipment failure.
Helping you solve and optimize lubrication issues
- Identify and tackle leaks, contamination and other potential problems before they cause malfunctions or downtime
- Uncover trends so you can fine-tune performance

Explore a sample dashboard.
Where Wireless, Real-Time Lubrication Intelligence Can Help
Imagine the advantages when Sensei is monitoring your lubrication systems for you and your team.
It's ideal for...
Your facility and your work.
Every facility is unique. Have an idea where Sensei might benefit yours? Drop us a line and we’ll help you analyze the potential.
Oil Level Sensor
Simple to integrate
· Sensing devices installed in minutes at your machines
· Compatible with your existing lubrication components, including industry-leading Opto-Matic oilers
Ongoing insight
· Continuously monitors and transmits key parameters to your network via wi-fi
Watches your oil for you
· Continuous infrared monitoring of oil level and ambient temperature
· Designed to fit easily over Trico Opto-Matic Oilers – with the world- recognized #5 glass reservoir
Coming soon: Many more sensing options to cover other key aspects of effective maintenance

Get Started with Real-Time Lubrication Intelligence
Play in the Sensei Sandbox-
Explore a Sample Dashboard. Get access to a live, firsthand look at the kinds of data you can monitor.
Get a Complete Demonstration-
Schedule a full-system demonstration with one of our strategic partners.
Talk to Us about Your Needs-
Discuss how Sensei might be able to help your facility.
Please fill out the form to get started. Or you can email inquiries@tricocorp.com or call 262-691-9336, ext. 253.

Sensing

Network

Intelligence
Eliminating the Unknown
Is your equipment at risk from poor lubrication? If you’re like many, you may not know for sure. That unknown can cause a lot of worry – not to mention emergency maintenance, extra work and wasted time.
You can do better – and we want to help. You can tap into Trico’s expertise to help you approach equipment reliability and maintenance issues more comprehensively, strategically and effectively.
Move More Proactively by Becoming More Data Driven
It’s not just about collecting data and responding to alerts. That’s no way to prevent problems, let alone improve performance.
We believe it’s time for a new way of thinking and behaving – shifting from routine and reactive to preventive and productive.
- Identifying machines that need attention, so you can go directly to a problem instead of making unnecessary rounds
- Uncovering trends, enabling you to continuously fine-tune equipment performance and identify habitual bad actors.
- Anticipating failure risks, so you can prevent problems before they occur
- Benchmarking and tracking, to hold each other accountable for making real, sustainable improvements
Sensei™ Is the Next Step Forward
Sensei is the only system that helps you keep constant watch on the lubrication in equipment all around your facility in real time.
No more wondering. No more worrying. No more wasting time.
Your Competitors Are Becoming More Data Driven. What about You?
Gain some pointers on using data to transform your maintenance efforts in Part 9 of our free Piece of Mind resource series. Get your copy.

Gain some pointers on using data to transform your maintenance efforts in Part 9 of our free Piece of Mind resource series. Get your copy.
Sensei Brochure (PDF)
Get a quick intro to real-time lubrication intelligence. (Download)
Want More Lubrication Wisdom?
Check out Piece of Mind, our free series aimed at helping you manage lubrication issues. Explore Resources.