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Vibration Sensors for Fault Detection in Mining Machinery

Vibrasens vibration monitoring sensors are designed to detect faults, identify wear, prevent damage, and reduce costly repairs in mining equipment used in hazardous operations. Vibration analysis and diagnostics play a crucial role in helping mining industry engineers maintain reliable, well-functioning machinery for safe and efficient operations.

Typical Mining Industry Applications Using Vibrasens Vibration Monitoring Products for Predictive Maintenance

  • Conveyors, draglines, fans

  • Gearboxes, generators

  • Motors, pumps

Mining Applications

Vibration sensors enhance reliability and efficiency, helping to minimize unplanned downtime, reduce operational costs, and protect critical components from damage or failure.

Monitoring Machine Vibration in Mining Operations

Using vibration monitoring in mining applications maximizes operational uptime and minimizes maintenance costs. Detecting and preventing unexpected component failures is crucial.

Vibration monitoring establishes machine baselines and continuously tracks key components for 24/7 observation. This reliable data helps maintain components, extend equipment life, and optimize operational efficiency while reducing overall maintenance costs.

Critical Machines to Monitor

  • Motors

  • Pumps

  • Draglines

  • Conveyors

  • Generators

Quickly Identify Common Machinery Faults

  • Imbalance*

  • Misalignment*

  • Bearing damage*

  • Gear mesh faults

  • Pump cavitation

  • Belt issues

  • Bent shaft
    (*Primary causes of equipment failure)

Key Considerations & Solutions

Key Considerations Solutions Vibrasens Products
Continuous operation of machines over long periods Continuous monitoring with 4-20 mA sensors or high-MTBF accelerometers for long-term trend data PC420 sensors, 786A, 787A
Corrosion or abrasion in material handling pumps IP68-rated cable/connector assemblies and watertight sensors 786F, 786A + R6Q-J9T2A
Gear mesh faults Compact/tight-tolerance sensors, standard accelerometers 780A, 786A
Faults on geared motors and belts in conveyor drive systems Broad sensor response and 24/7 trend data with standard accelerometers or 4-20 mA sensors 786A, 787A, PC420
Bearing damage or fatigue Dynamic, high-frequency accelerometers and intelligent vibration transmitters for field configurability and control system connection 786A, 786A-I + iT300

Prevent Unexpected Failures with Vibrasens

In mining, shutdowns are not an option. Vibrasens' vibration monitoring solutions help detect early signs of machinery faults, reducing risks and keeping your equipment running smoothly.

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