Vibration Analysis
10 Minute Talk
AC or 4-20mA Vibration Sensors
Using an AC Sensor in signal conditioning module, the signal is converted to a 4-20mA for an increasing vibration...
- Martin Armson
- Hansford Sensors
Interviews
How Can You Benefit from HD Technologies?
In this interview with Ron Kittle, CBM CONNECT examines the cutting edge development of HD Technologies and how this impacts the vibration world. How will you be affected by Industry 4.0, smart factories, and HD Technologies...
- Ron Kittle
- SPM Instrument Inc
Five Minute Facts
Analyzing Vibration Trends of Frequency Spectra
Overall data (trends) from frequency selective brands (FMin) (FMax). Warn and alarm check against ISO norms, Manufacturers references...
- Sven Fleischer
- Easy-Laser AB
White Papers
Selecting Vibration Sensors
Selecting the best accelerometer for a specific predictive maintenance application can be a daunting task – even for the most seasoned walk-around warrior…
- Meredith Christman
- PCB Piezotronics
Case Studies and Stories
Detecting Vortex Rope in a Francis Turbine Operating at Partial Load
The dynamic behavior at part load has been a major problem for low head and medium head Francis turbines...
- Emre Orhon
- Pro-Plan Ltd. - Istanbul Turkey
Case Studies and Stories
Best Practice in Gearbox Monitoring
Vibration monitoring on gearboxes is not obvious. Brand new gearboxes do have vibrations. Therefor putting alarm detection based on overall vibration levels often leads to false alarms or missed fault detection...
- Jos Sas
- Allied Reliability Group
Five Minute Facts
Modern Vibration Analysis – Following Bearing Damage Progression to Failure Mode
The time frame on which the spectrum analysis is based is very short, catching only the exact moment when one rolling element passes the specific position...
- Ron Kittle
- SPM Instrument Inc
Articles
The Ideal Vibration Analyst
The condition monitoring technologies, vibration analysis, in particular, are challenging to master. That is an understatement. Focusing on vibration analysis, it is a sad fact that “anyone” can set up a program, take readings, view spectra, and say that they are running a vibration monitoring program...
- Jason Tranter
- Mobius Institute
Case Studies and Stories
A Hoist Application in the Mining Industry
A hoist or winder is a mission critical application found in underground mines. The hoist is used either to transport ore to the surface or personnel to or from the mine shaft. There are three types of hoists...
- Tim Sundstrom
- SPM Instrument
