Sensors for speed measurements
Choosing the right speed sensor for an application is of crucial importance for an accurate and reliable measurement. After all, the signal of the sensor is the input for an…
Machine protection
New: Vibration transmitter for SIL2 applications
The ST5484E is a SIL2 certified vibration transmitter for vibration measurements on bearing housings and is suitable for rotating machinery and reciprocating compressors. With the certification, the transmitter is applicable…
Machine protection solutions and systems
There are different system structures to facilitate machine vibration protection – one more advanced than the other. Which method is used depends on the application and the criticality of it.…
Sensor solutions for vibration measurements
Selecting the right sensor for the application is crucial for measuring machine vibration. The sensor signal is the input for the protection or monitoring system. A false sensor leads to…
8 effects of machine vibrations
Monitoring machine vibrations affords greater control over the safety and availability of the equipment. It reduces unscheduled downtime and potential damage or failure can be resolved at an early stage.…
A brief history of vibration
In 1939, T.C. Rathbone published a paper called ‘Vibration Tolerance‘ in the magazine Power Plant Engineering. The ideas in this paper are considered the foundation of modern industrial vibration measurements.…
How employee safety is influenced by corporate culture
The management of a company is always ultimately responsible for the safety of its employees. In the process industry, it is crucial to pay close attention to safety assurance, as…
The importance of machine monitoring
It is very important that machines/installations in a factory are operational, especially when a factory needs to operate day and night. Unplanned downtime is highly undesirable, as it incurs high…
Centralized versus distributed machine monitoring system
Vibro-Meter VM600, centralized measurement system The VM600 measurement system from Vibro-Meter is a centralized machine monitoring system that can be expanded to a condition monitoring system. It is developed for…
Application note: Reciproke Compressor
This application note shows Metrix’ solutions for possible issues or problems that occur in reciprocating compressors. A reciprocating compressor is a positive-displacement compressor that uses pistons driven by a crankshaft…
