ISO Category I

ISO CATEGORY I

Entry Level Seminar

Are you just learning about Vibration Analysis? Do you know you need to learn more, but do not know where to start? Our Entry Level course is designed specifically to help build a strong foundation for those just learning about the powerful PdM tool of Vibration Analysis.

  • OVERVIEW

    • 3-Day Class: Tuesday - Thursday, 8am - 6pm
    • Certification Testing: Friday 8am - 10am

    This three-day seminar is intended for those with little or no vibration experience and prepares participants for the ISO CATEGORY II 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.

  • INTENDED AUDIENCE

    This seminar is in response to our seminar exit surveys where there have been overwhelming requests for a 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 PdM program.
    • General familiarity with using a calculator and a computer along with good math skills in Arithmetic and simple Algebra is helpful.
    • Take the VIBRATION ASSESSMENT QUIZ to help you decide if you should attend the ISO Category I (Entry) or the ISO Category II (Analysis I) seminar.

  • SEMINAR FEES & OPTIONAL EXAM

    SEMINAR FEE: $1595


    OPTIONAL CERTIFICATION EXAM: $275


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    A 5% DISCOUNT will be given for full payments received at least 60 DAYS  prior to the seminar start date.


    Seminars Fees include textbook, breaks, and lunches.

ISO Category I

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 PdM
      • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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 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

Seminar Fee: $1595

A 5% DISCOUNT will be given for full payments received at least 60 DAYS  prior to the seminar start date.

Seminars Fees include textbook, breaks and lunches.

When registering for a seminar, please do not forget to fill out the SEMINAR REGISTRATION FORM either before or after visiting our ONLINE STORE to make sure we have all the correct information needed to properly fill out all Certificates, as well as the information we need to best tailor the seminar to meet your individual needs based on the instrumentation used at your company.

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