Best Practices for Junction Box Installation
It is not uncommon in industry to find a junction box or switch box enclosure with water seeping in, especially when an entry or exit is made on the side or top. Often water pours out when the analyst…
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Understanding Accelerometer Specifications - The Basics
Accelerometer datasheets include a tremendous amount of information. Here is a quick guide to understanding the basics. For the purposes of this guide, CTC’s AC292 compact, premium accelerometer…
Proximity Probe Target Material Compatibility
Learn why proximity probes must be calibrated to the specific material being monitored.…
Are Three Axes of Data Per Bearing Necessary?
For the majority of applications, it is best practice to monitor the horizontal, axial, and vertical axes. However, when it comes to permanently mounted sensors, monitoring each axis adds additional…
Types of Maintenance Programs Explained
Run to failure occurs when repair action is not taken until a problem results in machine failure. Run to failure problems often cause costly secondary damage along with…
Understanding Vibration Sensors and Accelerometers: A Closer Look
In the realm of vibration analysis, two terms that are often used interchangeably are "vibration sensor" and "accelerometer." …
Switching to CTC AC292 Sensor: A Success Story for JPS Reliability
JPS Reliability recently switched from a competitive sensor to CTC's AC292 accelerometer for improved monitoring of a crucial process water pump motor…
Sensor Calibration Basics
In order for an analyst to properly perform their job, they need to have tools they have confidence in and understand how to use. One of the primary tools for a vibration analyst is a properly…
5 Benefits of Vibration Monitoring
In the world of machinery and equipment maintenance, staying one step ahead of potential failures is crucial. This proactive approach not only saves money but also ensures safety and operational…
Vibration Monitoring for Air Handling Applications
CTC understands that monitoring the vibration of rotating components of enclosed air handling units presents a unique challenge for predictive maintenance. That's why we've created a line of the industry's most reliable vibration condition monitoring equipment to withstand the toughest industrial environments.…
