On our expert blog we publish in-depth articles on our expertises: vibration, speed and SIL.
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.…
Flow equipment and dust monitoring at a waste-to-energy plant
In a waste-to-energy plant, we encounter various subprocesses to convert waste into energy. The entire process can roughly be divided into four subprocesses: waste input, resource recovery, the combustion process,…
Digital configuration of vibration proximity transmitter reduces the need for many spare parts
With many suppliers of proximity sensors, it is necessary to use a separate transmitter for each system length, probe diameter, and target material due to the specific hardware configuration of…
Choosing the right accelerometer mount: 6 effective methods explained
In a previous article, we wrote about 11 important considerations for choosing the right accelerometer. However, to achieve reliable measurement results, the mounting method is crucial for maximizing accuracy. Various…
Infographic: Which Vibration Monitoring Strategy fits my machine?
When it has been decided to start a machine condition monitoring program on a machine to start a predictive maintenance strategy, it appears that there a various possibilities how this can…
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…
How to determine the critical frequencies of rotating machinery
When a rotating machine reaches its resonant frequency, it can lead to severe damage to the machine (and the plant), injury to employees, and massive financial consequences. This must be…
How to test an overspeed monitoring system of a turbine
A turbine is designed to reach a maximum number of revolutions per minute (rpm), where the blades of the turbine can achieve enormous speeds. This limit must not be exceeded,…
What are the differences between Safety Integrity Level (SIL) and Performance Level (PL)?
Safety Integrity Level (SIL) SIL stands for Safety Integrity Level (EN-IEC 62061) and is a part of Functional Safety. SIL is a method to assess electrical, electronic, and programmable electronic…
11 tips for choosing the right industrial IEPE accelerometer
For monitoring and overseeing rotating machines (pumps, motors, fans, gearboxes), you naturally want to use reliable and high-quality vibration monitoring systems. In this article, we discuss 11 key points to…