On our expert blog we publish in-depth articles on our expertises: vibration, speed and SIL.
Condition Monitoring: the link between vibration and mechanical failure
A recently overhauled oil pump exhibits an abnormal vibration pattern after a short time in operation. What to do? This report discusses a case in which a deviation is observed…
The basics of machine vibrations and vibration measurements
It is important to detect vibrations at an early stage to prevent damage. The consequences of vibrations should not be underestimated. For instance, vibrations in a turbine can have catastrophic…
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…
Vibration measurement and condition monitoring on bearings
How do vibrations affect measurements on bearings of rotating machinery? Vibration measurements are carried out on machines with rotating parts. These include steam turbines, gas turbines, centrifugal compressors, fans, pumps,…
Case: custom temperature sensor that is resistant to vibrations
How do vibrations affect temperature measurements? Before we describe the case, we will first explain the effect vibrations can have on temperature measurements. Whether the vibrations are constant or sometimes…
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…
Contactless detection of flow/no flow with the SWR FlowJam
The SWR FlowJam is a microwave sensor used for contactless detection of flow/no flow. The system detects different types of flow distinguishing flow, blockage and stagnation. Check out the product…
Vibration measurements in practice: misalignment of low-pressure pump
In this project, a client is questioning whether the vibration sensors of the low-pressure pump are transmitting accurate values. Doubts about the performance of these sensors arose because the sensors…