Condition monitoring & asset management services
Six non-intrusive techniques that catch a developing fault weeks before it becomes a failure — delivered on-site across Mpumalanga, with reports back within 48 hours.
Infrared Thermography
Thermal imaging to catch electrical hotspots and overheating bearings before they fail.
- Electrical panel and connection scanning
- Bearing and coupling hotspot detection
- Delta-T analysis against reference points
Vibration Analysis
Spectrum analysis to detect imbalance, misalignment, looseness, and bearing wear early.
- Imbalance, misalignment & looseness detection
- Early-stage bearing wear identification
- Trend tracking against baseline readings
Oil Analysis
Lab-analysed samples reveal internal wear, contamination, and lubricant degradation.
- Wear metal & contamination testing
- Water and particle count analysis
- Trend reporting across sample history
Lubrication Analysis
Ensuring the right lubricant, applied correctly, is protecting your critical components.
- Lubricant selection & application review
- Contamination control assessment
- Storage & handling practice audit
Root Cause Analysis
Structured investigation into recurring failures — fixing the cause, not just the symptom.
- 5-Why and fishbone diagram investigation
- Evidence-based root cause identification
- Verified corrective action recommendations
Maintenance Planning
Turning condition data into a scheduled, prioritised, and trackable maintenance plan.
- Criticality-based scheduling
- CMMS-ready work order recommendations
- Severity-threshold prioritisation
Hands-on maintenance services
Beyond diagnostics, Optimal Apex provides practical industrial and mining maintenance services and technical labour supply across Mpumalanga.
Industrial Maintenance Services
Planned and reactive maintenance across electrical and mechanical plant.
- Mechanical and electrical repairs
- Maintenance and cleaning of conveyor belts
- Maintenance of all underground equipment
- Surface substation and transformer maintenance
Technical Labour Supply
Qualified and experienced technical personnel available for short and long-term placements.
- Millwrights
- Fitters
- Electricians
- Diesel mechanics
- General workers
- Engineering assistance
- Underground machinery operators