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Description
M&B’s 1˝-day Vibration Fundamentals seminar
introduces the machinery-related vibration principles needed to begin using
vibration analysis in a Predictive Maintenance (PdM) or Reliability program.
Upon completing this course participants will have sufficient hardware and
software training to begin executing vibration measurements as part of a PdM
Program. Attendees are not trained in PdM program design, vibration analyzer
or sensor selection, or database configuration and maintenance.
Vibration Fundamentals provides an introduction
to vibration analysis; how to apply vibration severity criteria; and how to
identify common rotating machinery faults. Hands-On Workshops allow students
to acquire vibration data from a Rotor Kit machine simulator using the
latest diagnostic and PdM instruments. Case Histories are also presented to
review typical field experiences & recommended procedures.
We also provide an overview of various
on-line monitoring systems used in plants to monitor critical
machinery, such as Bently Nevada's 3500 and 3300 series monitors. This helps
users better understand
the machinery condition information that is available to
better operate their machinery.
There are no prerequisites to taking this
course, though a general knowledge of plant machinery is helpful. Attendees
are given a Certificate of Completion at the end of the seminar; there is no
certification examination. |
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Objectives
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Introduce PdM programs, objectives, goals,
benefits & limitations
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Introduce time-waveform & spectrums and
their fundamental signal characteristics
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Describe the four vibration transducer
classes and their machinery application
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Review PdM Data Collectors & dedicated
analyzer systems
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Explain how to acquire vibration data from
plant machinery; review “best practices”
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Operate a portable data collector & gather
data; upload / download data
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Review industry vibration standards; assess
severity; learn how to establish alarms
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Teach diagnostic procedures to identify
common machinery problems
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Review on-line monitoring systems
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Review and analyze Case Histories from
power plant machinery field experiences
Course Materials
A manual containing slide presentations,
discussion materials, workshop exercises and additional reference
information is provided in hardcopy and CD-ROM.
Instructors
Mr. Stanley R.
Bognatz, P.E.
Mr. Timothy S.
Irwin, P.E..
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Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for rotating equipment
and OEM engineers, vibration analysts and technicians, supervisors, and
managers who are responsible for the operation, maintenance and reliability
of rotating equipment.
Prerequisites
No prior vibration analysis experience is
required. General knowledge of industrial rotating machinery is helpful.
Continuing Education
This course provides 12 Professional
Development Hours (PDH) for engineering licensure requirements.
Course Fees
Hotel Seminars (U.S.):
$375 per
person
On-site (U.S.): $1,600 fixed price for up to eight (8) attendees.
International seminars are priced
by quotation -
please contact us for more information.
Course Schedule
Click here for the
current schedule; on-site
seminars can be scheduled at any time.
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Introduction to
Predictive Maintenance Programs
- Definitions
- Program Design
- Objectives & Goals
- Benefits & Limitations
- Program Justification; ROI
Vibration Signal
Characteristics
- What is Vibration?
- Why Measure Vibration in a PdM Program?
- Introduction to Time-Waveforms & Spectra
- Amplitude, Frequency & Shape
- Phase Angle
Vibration Transducers
- Proximity Transducer Systems
- Velocity / Seismoprobes
- Accelerometers
- Tachometers
Workshop –
Time-Waveforms & Spectra
- Demonstration of vibration data generated
from Rotor Kit machine simulator during startup, steady state and shut down
operation
Portable Data Collectors
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Introduction & Operation
- How to acquire machinery vibration data
- Best Practices
- Uploading / downloading routes & data
- Recognizing bad data
Data Collectors vs.
Dedicated Analyzers
- Comparison of features & limitations
- Typical field analysis applications
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Workshop – Data
Acquisition
- Data collection under normal operating
conditions
- Data uploaded & reviewed; identify
characteristics
- Data is further analyzed at conclusion of
Machinery Fault Analysis to determine severity & possible machinery problems
within the data
On-Line Monitoring
Systems
- Introduction to on-line monitoring systems
- Bently Nevada 3500 & 3300; SKF; CSI, etc.
- What information is available?
- Interfacing monitors with plant control
systems
- Helping operators & users manage machinery
Vibration Severity
Criteria
- Vibration Tolerances
- HI, API, AGMA, NEMA
- ISO 1940 Balance Quality Grades
- How to Set Alarms in a PdM Program
- Overall vs. Band Alarms
Introduction to
Machinery Fault Analysis
- Steady state vs. Transient Speed Analysis
- Identifying Common Machine Faults
- Mechanical Unbalance; Misalignment; Rolling
Element Bearing Faults; Resonances & Criticals
Case History Workshops
- Primary Air Fan & Induced Draft Fan
(Balancing)
- Boiler Feed Pump (Optical Alignment)
- Boiler Feed Pump (Analysis - Flow
recirculation)
- VFD Motor (Analysis - Bearing fluting)
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M&B specializes in
providing technical training related to condition monitoring, vibration
analysis, predictive maintenance, shaft alignment, and rotor balancing, all
customized to your specific needs. We provide seminars both
on-site at your location, and off-site at hotels or other locations for
centralized training.
If you have questions on any training course, or would like a
custom-designed course, please contact us. |
