Metrology, or the science of measurement, is a critical component of any skilled task, such as sewing, carpentry, metalwork, engineering, and architecture, all of which require tools to measure and…
Read MoreMetrology, or the science of measurement, is a critical component of any skilled task, such as sewing, carpentry, metalwork, engineering, and architecture, all of which require tools to measure and…
Read MoreAh, yes, the “simple” shaft alignment that somehow eats up your whole afternoon. On paper, shaft alignment sounds straightforward. You just align two rotating shafts so their centers are perfectly…
Read MoreVector math is often seen as an overcomplicated and daunting task. You may think that it is useless because your vibration data collector does this math for you and will…
Read MoreLike industrial machines, everyday structures also experience thermal expansion due to temperature changes. Bridges, for example, have expansion joints to accommodate the expansion and contraction of materials as they heat…
Read MoreMaintenance is a necessary function for any facility in industry today. Many corporations view this as an expensive cost of doing business. However, if done correctly, it can be a…
Read MoreWhat is often called “axial alignment” of couplings is really not shaft alignment at all. Proper shaft alignment consists of offset (parallel) alignment and angular alignment, which is really the…
Read MoreA vibration analyst’s day is always unpredictable, but there is a general flow that most of us experience. This blog post shares what a typical day looked like for me…
Read MoreA common question in vibration analysis is: What is the proper frequency of inspection for a facility’s equipment? Unfortunately, there isn’t a straightforward answer. Several factors must be considered, including…
Read MoreVertically-oriented pumps are used primarily in municipal water, HVAC, and power plant operations, although it is not uncommon to see small vertical pumps in many industrial applications. Many vertical pumps…
Read MoreShaft alignment is a critical process in the maintenance of rotating machinery. It ensures that the centerlines of the shafts are collinear when in operation, which reduces wear and energy…
Read MoreIn vibration analysis, three key parameters—amplitude, frequency, and phase—are used to identify machinery issues and determine their severity. Each plays a unique role: amplitude reveals the severity of the problem,…
Read MoreBasic machine setups are typically made to collect all the data we need for each asset. This is not always possible or reasonable as we would spend far more time…
Read MoreWhen companies seek a laser alignment tool, they often struggle to determine which option is best for their specific requirements. Some may opt for a “cheap” solution and choose the…
Read MoreWhen two vibrations with similar frequencies occur together, a phenomenon called “beating” takes place. This is like hearing two musical notes that are slightly out of tune – the combined…
Read MoreAcoem USA has recently begun selling the SoundCam Ultra 3, an easy-to-use acoustic imager and video leak detector that can detect, measure, and display air and gas leaks, vacuum leaks,…
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