Localizing and eliminating natural vibrations
In the course of modernization efforts, a run-of-the-river hydroelectric unit was equipped with a new, more powerful impeller. Upon startup, the unit exhibited …
Bearing Failure Analysis
Using Ultrasound to Improve Lubrication Practices
Author: Adrian Messer – UE Systems Keeping a handle on lubrication is easy, right? All one needs to do is make sure the right lubricant is used in the right …
The future of condition monitoring
Most in-service bearing failures result from misuse, neglect, lubrication problems or operating conditions that were not foreseen when the machine was designed …
Load measurement and analysis:
the supreme discipline in Condition Monitoring Machines, systems, ships and motor vehicles are becoming more compact and powerful while at the same time …
Mine saves two workdays during time-critical shutdown
FLSmidth is a global engineering company supplying one source plants, systems and services to the cement and minerals industries. In September 2013, the …
A Case Study: How to improve the performance of your Pump Motor with Bearings
This case study is performed by mr.Selcuk Karabay, reliability engineer of STARWOOD Inc. Finding: The hot oil pump motor which was used for the press machine …
Lubrication Management for Improved Reliability
Lubrication practices within a plant have a direct effect on plant and equipment reliability. When a lubricant is working effectively in a machine – with no …
Wireless vibration analysis made more comfortable
PRÜFTECHNIK adds new features to VIBCONNECT RF ISMANING – A new firmware update elevates PRÜFTECHNIK’s wireless online condition monitoring system …
