Vibration Analysis
Two Minute Tips
Bad Vibes From A Centrifugal Pump
During periodic measurements on a centrifugal pump for an industrial client, we saw a significant increase in the trend value of our high-frequency vibrations, which is a problem...
- Tim De Block
- Fyraco Solutions
Five Minute Facts
The Wind Power Industry and Vibration Monitoring
This 5-minute fact explains how predictive maintenance based on vibration monitoring can raise the efficiency of wind turbines...
- Chris Hansford
- Hansford Sensors
Two Minute Tips
Three Into One: Triaxial Vibration Monitoring
This quick tip helps explain why triaxial accelerometers are a useful solution in vibration monitoring where multi-axis vibration measurement is required...
- Chris Hansford
- Hansford Sensors
Five Minute Facts
Which Tool or Sensor Is Best for Monitoring Pumps?
Different vibration devices are designed to fulfill different purposes. Whether using handheld tools or remote sensors, vibration monitoring can tell you a lot about a machine’s health…
- John Bernet
- Fluke
Five Minute Facts
Most Common Types of 1x Peaks and What They Mean
Vibration technicians stumble upon a high 1x peak once a week. In this short video, you will find the most common causes of a 1x peak...
- Reinier Kalp
- Wearcheck Africa
Two Minute Tips
Concepts of Phase
Phase is the relationship between two events and is measured at a specific frequency. In this two-minute tip, you will learn how to compare two phases...
- Anders Hultman
- SPM Instrument AB
Case Studies and Stories
HD Technologies: Press Roll Bearing Damage Detection
At a Romanian paper mill called Vrancart S.A., the online system Intellinova Compact with HD condition monitoring technology is installed to monitor the press section of paper machine K25. This case study involves the detection of bearing damage on one of the press rolls, showing the development of the damage over a period of about six weeks…
- Dobromir Dobrev
- SPM Instrument Bulgaria EOOD
Interviews
The Evolution of Vibration Sensors
In this interview, we take a look at the vibration sensors industry and how it has evolved over the past decade. We’ll also discuss the role that innovation plays in the market and what changes can be expected…
- Mateusz Bujak
- Hansford Sensors
Two Minute Tips
Using Vibration to Find Mechanical Faults
Use this quick tip as a guide for faulty types and ways to leverage technology to screen for impeding problems...
- Alex Deselle
- Fluke Corporation
