Analysis III
ISO Category
IV (Part 1)
Optional Vibration Analyst III Certification Testing is available
at a cost of $250 on the last day.
Add a Pocket Vibration Diagnostic Handbook for $49.
Delivered to you at the Seminar.
ANALYSIS
III - INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL VIBRATION ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES AND NARROWBAND SPECTRAL ENVELOPE ALARMS
This
seminar builds from ANALYSIS II and is intended for
analysts having approximately 1 to 2 years experience.
It includes in-depth coverage and demonstrations of the diagnostic
techniques initially introduced in ANALYSIS II and covers additional
diagnostic techniques required to improve PdM program effectiveness.
Topics in this seminar important for the optimization of any program
include: "Time Waveform Diagnostic Analysis" shows how
this important technique can detect problems which likely will
be missed altogether by FFT analysis alone (and can verify problem
sources that are detected by FFT analysis).
Coverage is included on how to specify key time waveform setup
parameters (required sampling period (tMAX), recommended number
of samples, and recommended vibration parameter).
"How
to and How Not to Create Meaningful Narrowband Spectral Envelope
Alarms" clearly demonstrates how such narrowband alarms should
be established, as well as real-world examples on how such envelope
alarms should be specified for different "families"
of machines.
"High
Frequency Demodulated Spectral Analysis" using a variety
of data collection systems to detect rolling element bearing,
gear, electrical, lubrication and rotor rub problems is provided.
"How
to Detect Problems Within DC Motors and Their Controls" reveals
surprising results of a 3-year study which found nearly 60% of
DC motor problems do not originate within the DC motor, but instead
in their controls and shows how to determine the source of the
problem(s).
"How to Analyze Low Speed Machines" concentrates on
10 to 300 RPM machines, along with what analyzers, transducers,
measurement parameters and techniques must be used to acquire
meaningful data on these machines, along with required measurement
setups which must be used. Case histories illustrating how such
techniques, analyzers and transducers were employed to detect
and resolve problems on real-world, low speed machines are included.
"How to Analyze High Speed Machines" explains the use
of a completely different array of transducers, transducer mounting
techniques, analyzers, measurement parameters, etc. in order to
reliably evaluate the condition of machines which generate forcing
frequencies above 10,000 Hz (600,000 CPM).
"How to Analyze Variable-Speed Machines" covers how
these machines should be analyzed both during a one-time diagnostics,
as well as within a Condition Monitoring Program. Instrumentation
and techniques required to ensure proper diagnostics on these
variable-speed machine types whose RPM may change significantly
from one survey to the next, or literally change while measurements
are being made, is given including how to specify proper frequency
spans, spectral band alarms, #FFT lines, #averages, etc. Real-world
examples clearly illustrate how relatively small changes in speed
must be handled to properly evaluate machine condition from one
survey to the next.
"Motor
Current Signature Analysis" focuses on how this tool can
be effectively used along with vibration analysis to confirm the
presence and severity of faults within induction motors. This
includes detection of problems with the stator, rotor and dynamic/static
eccentricity.
ANALYSIS III SEMINAR AGENDA
INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL VIBRATION ANALYSIS TECHNIQUES
AND NARROWBAND SPECTRAL ENVELOPE ALARMS
(Recommended Full-Time PdM Vibration Experience = 12 to 24 Months)
1. Seminar Overview
2. Review of ANALYSIS II Seminar Topics
3. Introduction to Frequency and Amplitude Interpolation and Why They are so
Important to Accurate Vibration Signature Analysis
4. How Can One Diagnose a Bearing, Gear or Electrical Problem When He Does Not
Know Rolling Element Bearing Model Numbers, Gear Tooth Count, or Number of Rotor Bars?
5. How to Properly Create and Specify Optimum Narrowband Envelope Spectral Alarms
for Various “Families” of Machines Having Different Operating Speeds
6. How Much is Too Much at Specific Vibration Frequencies for
Various Machine Types?
- At Operating Speed (1x RPM)
- At 2x RPM
- At 3x RPM
- At 2x Line Frequency in an Induction Motor
- At 1x and 2x Rotor Bar Pass Frequency in an Induction Motor
- At Blade Pass Frequency and Harmonics
- At Gear Mesh Frequency and Harmonics
- At Belt Frequencies and Harmonics
- At Rolling Element Bearing Frequencies and Harmonics
- At SCR Firing Frequencies in DC Motors
- At Other Electrical Line Frequencies in DC Motors
- At Coil Passing Frequency in Synchronous Motors
7. Acceptance Tests and Criteria for New and/or Overhauled Machinery
8. How to Accurately Track Rolling Element Bearing Condition Using Both Vibration
Signature Analysis and High Frequency Enveloping and Demodulated Spectral Techniques
9. Introduction to Gear Problem Diagnostics
10. Natural Frequency Testing
- Impulse Natural Frequency Tests
- Coast-down and Run-up Tests
- Bodet and Nyquist Plotting (Phase and Amplitude vs. RPM)
- Swept-sine Variable Frequency Shakers
11. Introduction to Special Diagnostic Techniques
- Low Frequency Vibration Measurement Considerations (Excerpts from ADVANCED Seminar Text)
- Operating Deflection Shape (ODS) Analysis by Manual as well as by Automated Software-driven Methods
- Time Waveform Analysis and how it Relates to FFT Analysis
- Synchronous Time Averaging (Excerpts from ADVANCED Seminar Text)
- Introduction to Spectral Analysis of Motor Current
12. Presentation of Effective PdM Reporting Techniques to Keep Program Successes Visible and to Ensure Proper
Corrective Actions are Taken
13. Considerations for Vibration Analysis of Specific Machine Types
- Horizontal Pumps
- Vertical Pumps
- Centrifugal Air Compressors
- Centrifugal Fans
14. Presentation of Real-World Case Histories
Prerequisites:
Students should have approximately 1 to 2 years vibration spectrum analysis experience.
General familiarity with using a calculator and with a computer
is required. Good math skills, Algebra, and fundamental Trigonometry
background will be a must. It is recommended that students previously
attend both ANALYSIS I & ANALYSIS II. Students desiring certification
for Level III must have previously passed both Level I and II tests.