Instrumentation and Control News - Vibration Sensors

Reciprocating Machinery Protector for Continuous Vibration Monitoring and Protection of Reciprocating Compressors

Sun, 11 Mar 2007 04:25:26 +0100

The field programmable features of the RMP allow users to customize each installation point, and tailor the output to suit their application. This includes variable set points and alarm levels for optimum performance. The RMP detects common reciprocating compressor faults such as loose or broken bolts, cracked connecting rods, and scoring in the cylinder.

Vibration sensor with integrated, frequency selective diagnosis

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 15:27:24 +0100

The Efector Octavis indicates early detection of damage to rolling element bearings, unbalance, alignment errors and meshing in critical plant parts such as gears, electric motors and ventilators. The compact diagnostic system analyses the vibration signals according to the method of frequency analysis, and a micro-mechanical accelerometer acts as the sensing element...

LDS Service for Vibration Test Systems Opens in Middleton, Wisconsin Facility

Mon, 06 Nov 2006 02:23:26 +0100

"This move will help us to better serve our customers. Now our customers have one point of contact for technical support and service for all LDS and Nicolet products.”

Next-Gen Self-Monitored Vehicle Security, Tracking System Debuts

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 15:50:47 +0200

The EziTrak Micro is half the size of previous models, measuring only 80 mm (L) x 61 mm (W) x 35 mm (H) for use in vehicles from motorcycles to plant machinery. The outer casing has a low sheen black finish and has an internal vibration sensor...

Vibration switches protect critical machinery

Mon, 07 Aug 2006 19:42:39 +0200

A range of electronic and mechanical vibration switches protect critical machinery from costly failure, by initiating an alarm or shut down when excessive vibration is detected.

Calibration system for vibration sensors

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 06:09:04 +0200

Calibration Dynamics announces the launch to the UK market of the MB Dynamics Win475 automated vibration transducer calibration system

Solidica Wins Award at 2006 Sensors Expo

Fri, 07 Jul 2006 05:36:53 +0200

Cutting edge wireless sensor technology combined with an ultra-rugged, tamperproof enclosure yields Best of Show Highest Honor.

Sensonics at Power-Gen Europe 2006

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 06:28:26 +0200

Condition monitoring specialists Sensonics Ltd will be featuring aspects of their successful predictive maintenance equipment on Booth No:U27 at Power-Gen 2006 together with a range of informative brochures...

RS485 vibration sensor

Sat, 15 Apr 2006 12:41:42 +0200

Operating on 24 V d.c. Octavis VE has a 3 Hz to 6 kHz frequency range, a 1,25 Hz spectral resolution with a speed range of 120-12 000 U/min. The sensor is suitable for operation in a -30 to +75°C temperature range and is overload protected. Data is easily recorded, analysed and assessed by the system in a decentralised manner.

Vibration monitoring protects electricity supplies

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 20:03:25 +0200

Vibration monitoring accelerometers used to measure the vibration and temperature of the suction/delivery valves as well as the vibration generated by the crankshaft and drive motor

Vibration sensors help keep frozen chips moving

Tue, 28 Mar 2006 13:11:24 +0200

By monitoring vibration levels in feeders and conveyors, engineers can react to these to ensure that corrective procedures or repairs are carried out at the most convenient time.

GE Fanuc Introduces Machining Point Control Unit

Sun, 26 Mar 2006 21:40:36 +0200

Machining Point Control's Acceleration Rate Sensor Unit simultaneously detects the acceleration rate at the machine of three axes. Output of the unit is rapidly taken into account by the CNC servo loop through the standard separate detector interface unit. The servo system software then uses the detected acceleration rate to control the motor's motion to...

Bruel & Kjaer Expands Support of I-Deas Test Products

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 11:18:58 +0100

Bruel & Kjaer has entered into a partnership with the Canadian software development company Maya HTT to become the exclusive sales and support channel for key NVH software products and active software maintenance contracts recently acquired by Maya HTT through its purchase of MTS Corporation.

Movement/vibration switch now even smaller

Mon, 20 Mar 2006 04:54:14 +0100

Last year Comus International launched its MS24 movement and vibration switch.

Philippines Rescuers Hear ‘Signs of Life‘

Sun, 19 Mar 2006 04:30:07 +0100

They deployed nine seismic sensors that can detect vibrations underground. With everyone standing still, one man then used a steel bar to hit on a rock several times and waited for any kind of response underground. Four sensors detected some "noise" or vibration, but the men could not tell what it was...