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

Vibration Analysis

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

Vibration Analysis

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

Gearbox Monitoring by Jos Sas of Allied Reliability Group

Condition Monitoring Management & AI
Vibration Analysis

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

Vibration Analysis

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

Vibration Analysis

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

Vibration Analysis

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...