Vibration - Continuous
Forestry & Building Materials
Refiner & Motor
$
140,000
Savings
24 Hrs.
Downtime Prevented
Observation
The bearing showed an upward velocity trend across all asset sensors, with multiple harmonics of turning speed present in the waveform and spectrum—signs consistent with looseness.
Recommendation
The AssetWatch Condition Monitoring Engineer recommended a field inspection to check for abnormal conditions, as well as inspecting for excessive wear, damage, lubrication issues, and any loose or broken structural components.
Resolution
After installing new refiner plates, vibration levels dropped significantly and returned to normal. This action helped prevent potential bearing damage and unplanned downtime.
