Why should vibrations be taken into account?

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Sufficient importance is not always given to excessive vibrations that can occur, suddenly or gradually, in machines. But the consequences are multiple, such as:

  • Annoyances due to increased noise.
  • Decreased safety of plant personnel.
  • Increased energy consumption.
  • Unnecessary maintenance.
  • Reduced machine availability.
  • Quality defects.
  • Material damage.
  • Unscheduled shutdowns.

The vibrations may be due to a design problem in the machine. In this case, an attempt will be made to improve the design to minimize vibrations. Then we will talk about alignments, balancing, tightening or even progressive start-ups. Worn components can lead to increased vibrations, for which good maintenance and regular checks are absolutely necessary.

Once this step has been taken, all that remains is to treat the residual vibrations that will have to be isolated to prevent their propagation to floors and walls, pipes or other equipment in direct or indirect contact.

A good insulation will be beneficial in terms of the useful life of the components, and will avoid unexpected stops, the costs of which can be exorbitant. In the automotive sector, an average of 20,000 € of loss per minute of activity is considered. Other studies have shown that 25 % of the motors fail during one year, and that 50 % of the problems

If it is proven, why not act beforehand and prevent the damaging effects of vibrations?

Epidor Seals and Rubber Technology can help equipment manufacturers and plants to control and isolate vibrations with a wide range of anti-vibration mounts and stops that we detail in our catalogue.

“I’m pickin’ up good vibrations (oom bop bop)”

The Beach Boys