#11399·R/M Unplanned EFUNPLANNED
Youngsville Bearing Cascade Failure
Cascade bearing failure in main mill drivetrain. Required full drivetrain assessment and sequential component replacement.
East · Youngsville Site
Dan Caron PM
Jesse Bryerton Submitter
May 15, 2026 Est. completion
Mar 9, 2026 Approval date
10 years Useful life
Approval timeline
- DirectorSarah KimApproved1 month ago
- VP SupplyMike ChenApproved1 month ago
- VP OpsLinda RodriguezApproved1 month ago
- CFOMatt AndersonApproved1 month ago
- CEOTom BlakeApproved1 month ago
Total cost$572,800
Spent to date$310,00054% of budget
Forecast remaining$262,800
Annual benefit$143,200
Problem
Sequential bearing failures in the main mill drivetrain over 14 days cascaded into gearbox damage. Root cause: lubrication system cross-contamination from a failed filter.
Proposed solution
Replace all affected bearings, rebuild gearbox, install upgraded filtration system with differential pressure monitoring, and retrain maintenance team on new lube program.
Justification
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Alternatives
| Option | Description | Total cost | Useful life | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Option 1 — Recommended | Replace all affected bearings, rebuild gearbox, install upgraded filtration system with differential pressure monitoring, and retrain maintenance team on new lube program. | $572,800 | 10 yrs | ✓ |
| Option 2 — Rebuild in place | Rebuild existing equipment in place with refurbished components. Lower upfront cost but shorter useful life and higher maintenance ongoing. | $372,320 | 6 yrs | — |
Payback & benefit
Simple payback44 months
5-yr NPV$49,076
IRR7.9%
Actuals (from ERP)
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8 transactions · $310,000
| Date | Vendor | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2026 | Schenck Process | Vendor down payment / mobilization | $46,888 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | MAC Equipment | Progress billing | $45,857 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Fike Corp | Progress billing | $44,537 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Camfil APC | Progress billing | $42,834 |
| Feb 20, 2026 | Andritz Feed & Biofuel | Progress billing | $40,589 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | CPM Roskamp | Progress billing | $37,504 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Bliss Industries | Progress billing | $32,887 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | California Pellet Mill | Final invoice | $18,904 |
Attachments
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