Entry Level Vibration Analysis

ISO Category I

Seminar Fee: $1195
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Optional Entry Level 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.

    

Entry Level Vibration Analysis - A Hands-On Approach

This three day seminar is intended for those with little or no vibration experience and prepares participants for the ANALYSIS I course. It allows everyone to get a hands-on feel for how vibration can properly be used to detect various problems in rotating machines.

Basic vibration theory is presented to give each student an understanding of vibration as it relates to machine condition, along with hands-on demonstrations and class exercises designed to show proper data collection techniques.

Measurement pitfalls are discussed, along with their adverse effect on machine problem diagnosis, and how they are critical to evaluating the severity of problems detected.

PdM Database setup is introduced, using PdM software offered by several different vendors, along with route building, loading & unloading a series of data collectors offered by a number of different vendors. These techniques are thoroughly taught by having each student apply them using data collectors offered by several different vendors on a series of motor demonstrators.
ENTRY LEVEL VIBRATION ANALYSIS SEMINAR AGENDA

Predictive Maintenance and Machine Vibration:

  • Introduction to Maintenance Systems
    • Types of Maintenance Systems
    • Reactive Maintenance - Run-To-Failure
    • Proactive Maintenance - Preventive
    • Proactive Maintenance - Condition Monitoring
    • Proactive Maintenance - Predictive
    • Proactive Maintenance - A Broad-Based System
    • Reliability Based or Centered Maintenance
    • Total Productive Maintenance
    • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Predictive Maintenance Program (PdM)
    • Vibration Analysis
    • Goals of a PMP
    • Continuous Monitoring System
    • Periodic Monitoring System
    • Setup of a Predictive Maintenance Program (PdM)
  • Steps in a Condition Monitoring Program For a Successful PdM
    • Detection
    • Analysis
    • Correction
    • Verification
    • Root Cause Analysis
Machine Vibration - Basic Theory, Part 1:
  • Basics of Vibration
    • Spring-Mass Systems
    • Characteristics of Vibration
    • Natural Frequency
  • Displaying Vibratory Motion
    • In the Time Domain
    • In the Frequency Domain
Machine Vibration - Basic Theory, Part 2:
  • Amplitude - The Magnitude of the Motion
    • Displacement
    • Velocity
    • Acceleration
  • Root Mean Square, Peak, Peak-To-Peak Conversions
  • The Period of Vibration
  • Analyzing Frequency Peaks & Amplitude Levels
  • Phase Relationships
    • From An Oscilloscope
    • From A Strobe Light
    • From A Photocell or Tach Pulse
Preparing For Data Collection:
  • Transducers - Choosing a Transducer
    • Types of Vibration Transducers
  • Transducers - Mounting Locations and Techniques
  • Selection Criteria
    • Amplitude of Vibration
    • Frequency
    • Environmental Limitations
  • FFT Data Collectors
    Real-Time Spectrum Analyzers
The Data Processing System:
  • Data Collectors - Analyzers
    • Collection Mode
    • Analyzer Mode
  • Setting Up the Analyzer
    • Frequency Resolution
    • Frequency Range
    • Auto Range
    • Averaging
    • Dynamic Range
    • Frequency Definition

Data Collection:

  • Setting Up a Database
    • Machine Identification
    • Measurement Points
    • Measurement Routes (Lists)
  • Downloading a Route
  • Selecting Necessary Equipment
  • Safety Precautions
  • Collecting Data
    • Horizontal, Vertical, and Axial Measurements
    • Using An Accelerometer
    • Storing Data
  • Uploading the Route
    • Connecting to the Computer
    • Uploading the Data
    • Storing the Data
    • Disconnecting From the Computer
  • Report Printouts
    • "Last Measurement Report"
    • "Exception or Overall Alarm Report"
    • "Inspection Code Report"
    • "Spectral Band Alarm Report"
  • Plot Formats
    • Trend Plots
    • Narrowband Alarm Spectral Plot
    • Spectrum Map Plot
Data Analysis:
  • Definitions of Terminology
    • Synchronous versus Subharmonic
    • Synchronous versus Harmonic
    • Nonsynchronous
    • Modulation
    • Spectral "Pattern" Recognition
  • Diagnosing Vibration Problems
    • Mass Unbalance
    • Misalignment
    • Bent Shaft
    • Pump & Fan Problems
    • Soft Foot
    • Mechanical Looseness
    • Gearbox Analysis, Gear Frequencies
    • Motors
    • Pump & Fan Problems
    • Rolling Element Bearings
NEW SEMINAR RELEASE:

This seminar is in response to our previous seminar exit surveys where there have been overwhelming requests for a new course that will allow everyone to get a hands-on feel for how vibration can properly be used to detect various problems in rotating machines.

Basic vibration theory is presented to give each student an understanding of vibration as it relates to machine condition, along with hands-on training required to demonstrate proper data collection.
Prerequisites:

Little or no previous vibration experience will be required to take this class. However, no Vibration Analyst can truly be effective without some basic skills and previous experience in maintenance of the machines which will be included in the program. General familiarity with using a calculator and a computer along with good math skills in Arithmetic and simple Algebra is helpful.
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